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Thank you to all who attended the 2013 Fall Board Meeting in Sandestin!

 

Congratulations to the 2013/2014 Senior Officers that were installed at the fall meeting!

 

 
(L-R) Neal Davis, Rob DeRieux, Tara Mincey, Ted Noe, Kelly Lass, Jason Dickens, Les Stumpff
 
  
HBAG President Rob DeRieux and his wife, Anissa, at the 2013 Fall Board Installation Dinner
 
 
 2013-2014 HBAG Leadership
 
President
Rob DeRieux

 

Vice President
Ted Noe

  

Vice President/Treasurer
Les Stumpff

 

Vice President/Secretary
Neal Davis

 

Immediate Past President
Jason Dickens

  

Associate Vice President
Amanda Roland

  

GEOC President
Wendy Myers
 
Area Associate Directors
 
Area I- Heather Bounds
Area II- Corey Minshew
Area III- Sammy Baker
Area IV- Lonnie Williams
Area V- Judy Malcom
Area VI- Joel Beasley
Area VII- Vicky Biles
Area VIII- Tara Mincey
 
 
HBAG 2013 Builder of the Year Award
Congratulations to the 2013 HBAG Builder of the Year, Stanley Richardson!
 
Stanley and immediate Past President, Jason Dickens, at the 2013 Fall Meeting
  
Stanley Richardson, a past president of HBAG, has been an active member of the association and continues to offer his time on numerous task forces. He has been an outstanding member for many years and he most certainly exemplifies the unselfishness and giving of his time and expertise. Congratulations Mr. Stanley Richardson!

 

 
HBAG Member Rebate Program
 
 
 
No one likes to leave money on the table. So, what would you think if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nation's leading product suppliers? Well, now you can! HBAG's Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line. For the minimal effort of informing us about the home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project, you'll be putting money back in your pocket. Both Builder and Remodeler companies, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program, and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer. For more information and to register click here.
 

125 Days Until  2014 IBS!

  

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Registration is now open for the 2014 International Builders' Show in Las Vegas, Nevada February 4-6, 2014! A block of rooms has been reserved at Caesars Palace for Georgia Delegation to make reservations beginning September 3, 2013. 

  

Visit www.buildersshow.com to register, reserve a room, and for more information regarding IBS 2014.  

  

We hope to see you in Vegas!

  

ALL- A Liveable Lifestyle Home Program

 

HBAG is very excited to announce the launch of the new 

ALL program. ALL 

stands for: 

A Liveable Lifestyle Home 

 

ALL is a voluntary certification program presenting design features built into a new home or within a remodeled home that promote a liveable and accessible lifestyle. It is a home for all people - young or old, and of all abilities.

ALL is a state-wide program. It works for builders and consumers in all price points and home types. 

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Bettie Sleeth at bsleeth@hbag.org. Greater Atlanta HBA member and ALL founding partner, Betsy Sheppard, betsy@gilbertsheppard.com has created the website and marketing materials. Bettie Sleeth and Betsy Sheppard are available to make presentations on the ALL Home Program to your local association or other groups. 

Be sure to like the ALL - A Liveable Lifestyle Home Program Facebook page by clicking here!

 

 

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SALES TAX HOLIDAY
 

The state of Georgia will have an ENERGY STAR and WaterSense Sales Tax Holiday October 4 through October 6, 2013. 


During the sales tax holiday, these items will be exempt from sales tax if they have the ENERGY STAR label and have a purchase price of $1,500 or less per item:

  • Air conditioners
  • Ceiling fans
  • Clothes washers
  • Dehumidifiers
  • Dishwashers
  • Doors
  • Fluorescent light bulbs
  • Programmable thermostats
  • Refrigerators
  • Windows

In addition, these items will be exempt from sales tax if they have the WaterSense label and have a purchase price of $1,500 or less per item:

  • Bathroom sink faucets
  • Faucet accessories (such as aerators)
  • High-efficiency toilets
  • High-efficiency urinals
  • Showerheads
  • Weather- or sensor-based irrigation controllers

The sales tax exemption will not apply to ENERGY STAR or WaterSense products purchased for trade, business or resale.


Download the list of sales tax exempt items by clicking here. 

 

 
2013 HBAG AWARD WINNERS
Congratulations to all of the 2012/2013 Award Recipients 

 

Builders Engaging Associate Members "BEAM"  Award
Franklin Bailey: Franklin Bailey Construction
Franklin Bailey of the HBA of South Georgia was the  second ever recipient of this years  2013 State BEAM award. 

 

Associate Vice President Appreciation
Tara Mincey: Georgia Power
2013 Associate Vice President Tara Mincey was presented with an award for her outstanding service, leadership, and contributions.

 

GEOC President Service Award
Jean Channell: Athens Area HBA
Jean Channell, executive officer of the Athens Area HBA, was recognized for all of her years of service to the GEOC. 
 
Presidential Awards
Jean Channell- for her extraordinary service and leadership

 

Tara Mincey- for her generous commitment and outstanding leadership

 

Stephanie Dickens- for her patience, support, and sacrifice

 

Kelly Lass- for her continued dedication and leadership

 

Executive Officer of the Year

Mary Mardis: Greater Columbus HBA

This year the Senior Officers and HBAG leadership chose executive officer of the Greater Columbus HBA, Mary Mardis to receive the EO of the year award. Mary has been an EO for many years and has been very active in GEOC and served as a mentor to other local executive officers throughout the state.  This award is based on attendance at meetings and seminars, involvement in the GEOC, and participation in HBAG and NAHB activities and meetings. 

 

Georgia Outstanding Association Leadership 

"GOAL" Awards

These awards are presented to recognize outstanding achievement by local associations in Georgia. Awards are based on the size of the association for each classification. 

 

Classification "A" (500 and above members)

Greater Atlanta HBA- 2013 Best New Project- "Professional Women in Building Chapter"

 

Greater Atlanta HBA- 2013 Best Non-Dues Revenue- "Home Owner Handbook"

 

Greater Atlanta HBA- 2013 Best Education Program- "How to be OSHA Compliant Roadshow"

 

Greater Atlanta HBA- 2013 Best GAC/Political Program- "City of McDonough Impact Fee Lawsuit"

 

Greater Atlanta HBA- 2013 Best Communication to Members- "Atlanta Building News Magazine

 

Classification "B" (200-499 members)

HBA of Greater Savannah- 2013 Best New Project- "2013 Parade of Homes"

 

Classification "C" (less than 199 members)

HBA of South Georgia- 2013 Best New Project- "2013 Home, Hobby, and Outdoor Show"

 

HBA of South Georgia- 2013 Best Non-Dues Revenue- "Casino Night"

 

Greater Columbus HBA- 2013 Best Membership/Retention Program- "Membership in  a Nutshell"

 

HBA of Middle Georgia- 2013 Best Education Program- "Building Homes Starts with Growing Trees"

 

HBA of South Georgia- 2013 Best Government Affairs Program- "Lowndes County Political Forum"

 

 
NEW NPDES PERMIT ISSUED

 

The new NPDES General Permit Nos. GAR100001 (Stand Alone), GAR100002 (Infrastructure) and GAR100003 (Common Development) have been issued by the Director effective September 24, 2013.  The Common Development is the one used by residential construction. The Permit is effective for 5 years.

 

Note: Existing construction sites must submit a "re-issuance" NOI- Version 2013 no later than 90 days after the effective date of the new permits. Failure to submit an NOI can result in severe penalties.

 

Details on the new Tertiary Permittee requirements that may provide financial and paperwork reduction for smaller projects will follow. Contact Bettie Sleeth, bsleeth@hbag.org or 678-468-9900

 

The final permits, fact sheet, addendum fact sheet, NOI's and response to public comments have been posted on the EPD website at www.gaepd.org/npdes.  If additional information is required, please contact Jan Sammons with the NonPoint Source Program at 404-675-6240.

 

NEW FLOOD MAPS 

  

Georgia has been involved in an extensive remapping program for flood prone areas over the past few years. There have also been changes to the flood insurance program and rates. HBAG recommends checking on property you are considering developing as it may be subject to more strenuous requirements.

  • To find out if your house or property has been moved into a high-risk flood hazard zone, go to www.GeorgiaDFIRM.com and click the "Find Your Flood Risk" tab.
  • To learn more about flood insurance or to find an insurance agent, visit www.FloodSmart.gov.
 

 

Voluntary Guidelines Released for Schools' Carbon Monoxide Detectors 
Courtesy of DCA
 
The Department of Community Affairs' State Codes Advisory Committee established a special task force in January at the request of Governor Nathan Deal, to examine the need for carbon monoxide detectors in schools.

 

After a review of the facts and available information during the winter and spring of 2013, the committee completed its Final Report in July 2013 and the Board of the Department of Community Affairs adopted it at its August meeting.     

Commissioner Gretchen Corbin noted, "The task force found that a mandate to require carbon monoxide detectors in all of Georgia's 8,000+ schools might not always be the best solution to the problem. The task force found that a school-by-school assessment of need by local officials, combined with good training for school staff is more beneficial than a state mandate."

 

For more information regarding the work of the task force or the voluntary guidelines issued, please contact Ted Miltiades-  ted.miltiades@dca.ga.gov

 
DRBC Workshops  

  

The state has developed and is conducting a comprehensive training program for building officials and the construction industry on the importance, implementation and enforcement of the Disaster Resilient Construction Appendices. The training will focus on the provisions within the appendices and aid in helping a community to determine which options may apply to provide increased requirements beyond what may be currently enforced. The one day workshops consist of (2) three hour sessions with a lunch break. The appendices workshops are provided free of charge and registration is required:

 

Contact DCA to register:
Dee Leclair, DRBC Project Manager
Phone: 404-327-7909

 


Oct. 30 - South Fulton County, Atlanta at 9:30 AM

Oct. 31 - Training for state agencies at the State Operations Center, Atlanta

Nov. 15 - McIntosh County, GA at 9 AM

Dec. 4 - Bartow County, GA at 9 AM

Dec. 10 - Columbus, GA at 10 AM

 

If you have any questions, please contact the Construction Codes Program at 404-679-3118 or constructioncodes@dca.ga.gov.

  

More information about the workshops is available on the DCA webpage.