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Greetings!
Below is this week's news from the HBA of Billings
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Certified Green Build
Feb 1-3 7:30- 5:00 Certified Green Build: At the end of this comprehensive 3 day course you will be NAHB Green Build Certified. Course includes the day long business management class.
There is still a chance to register:
Certified Green Registration Form
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Lead Paint Certification Class
The HBA is hosting a Lead Paint Certification Class Tuesday, February 7th. 7:30am-6:30pm. The EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) which affects renovations in pre 1978 homes went into effect on April 22, 2010 an update was made to the ruling and went into effect on October 1, 2011. Who needs this training? Anyone working for compensation in pre-1978 housing whose activities include disturbing painted surfaces is subject to the rule, including but not limited to carpenters, HVAC workers, insulation installers, electricians, and plumbers. Visit http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm for complete details on the rule. Click Here to Register or contact Anita at 252.7533 or anita@hbabillings.net |
February 28th - March 1st
MBIA Education and Business Development Conference
Education Conference, with classes for people involved with all aspects of building trades. Two days of training on marketing and designing products for baby boomers and the emerging growth market. One full day of classes on obtaining business financing, QuickBooks, new design trends, harnessing the power of social networking, creating unique branding opportunities and developing brand loyalty with your customers. Additional classes will focus on liability in the building trades and marketing energy savings. Click Here For More information |
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2012 Parade of Homes Dates Set
September 14-16 & 21-23
Contact the HBA if you are interested or are considering an entry into the 2012 Parade of Homes
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Storm Water Protection and Prevention Plan
(SWPPP Training)
Provided by MCA
Storm Water Management During
Construction: Developing and
Implementing Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plans (SWPPPs)
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COT Scholarship Sponsors needed
Four COT Student Built House Students are interested in attending the Lead Paint Certification Class. If you are interested in donating a registration fee or a partial fee, please contact Denise Smith at 252.7533 or denise@hbabillings.net |
Follow Up to the January
General Membership Meeting
How to Build an All American Home
For the list of American Made products and supplies visit: http://theallamericanhome.com
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Incumbent Worker Training Grants Available
Worker Training Grants available to reimburse for training qualified employees
Worker Training grants are available to help reimburse you for approved training for your qualified employees. To be eligible for the Incumbent Worker Training grant, your business must have been in operation and registered with the Montana Secretary of State continuously for at least one year. You also must have no more than 20 employees in one location, and 50 statewide to be eligible. The training that you propose for coverage under the grant must address the following items: - It must be an integral part of a plan for worker retention, skill improvement, and/or wage enhancement.
- It must benefit the business in terms of increased efficiency, productivity, competitiveness, and/or reduced employee turnover.
- It must benefit the employees in terms of increased wages, job security, and/or enhancement of the workers occupation or craft.
The training also must NOT be a regular and customary requirement for maintenance of the employee's professional or occupational licensure. If approved, the training grant can cover 80% of in state training, including travel and lodging, if required. If you choose out of state training, the grant may cover 80% of the training, and 50% of the travel and lodging. The grant can be up to $2000 per full-time employee, and $1000 per part-time employee, per fiscal year. All employees must be past their probationary period to be eligible, and must be permanent employees. Part time employees are only eligible if they work an average of at least 20 hours per week predominantly year round. If you are interested in more information or would like the application, contact the HBA office at 252.7533 or email denise@hbabillings.net |
Members Save Money AT:
 As an NAHB benefit, members have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies. Click on the picture above or go to http://www.nahb.org/ma |
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Sincerely,
Denise Smith
Executive Officer
Home Builders Association of Billings |
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E.Blast Sponsorships Available
 If you or your company have new and exciting information that they would like to get out to your fellow HBA members, consider sponsoring the HBA E.Blast. This form of communication can provide an important tool to provide information in a time sensitive method.
Sponsorship Rate: $25.00/wk |
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