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February 5, 2016

Monthly news & resources for PBA's local and regional association leaders. 

 
New to the PBA News...

The blog on our PBA News page will now feature regular updates directly from our GA Staff! Don't miss out on crucial headlines like:
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Benefit of the Month: 
PBIP



JRG Advisors and PBIP offers PBA members a wide array of insurance choices. From group and individual health insurance, to dental, vision, life and disabilty plans, the staff at PBIP can help your members find an option that works best for them and their employees. Get more information about the PBIP options here


 
Save The Date 
*Submit your local events and 2016 Home Show dates for the PBA web calendar!

February 16-24, 2016
 
March 18-19, 2016
Omni Bedford Springs, Bedford

2016 Installation Banquet
March 18, 2016 - 7 p.m.
Omni Bedford Springs, Bedford

EOC Conference Calls
April 6 - 9:30 a.m.
May 4 - 9:30 a.m.


In This Issue
 
Associates' Council Fundraiser 
The 2016 PBA Associates' Council will be conducting a fundraiser at the Winter Board Meeting (March 18-19) in partnership with Family Services, Inc. The goal of this fundraiser is to provide Family Services, Inc. with supplies to help improve their Teen Center. 

Accepted donations include paper products, non-perishable snacks, hand and household tools, as well as monetary donations. Tables will be set up during Lunch on March 18 and during the Board of Directors Meeting on March 19. Click here to learn more.
2016 PBA Winter Board Meeting
 
Be sure to check the events calendar on the PBA website for links to Board Meeting information and registration starting next week. An email for Board Registration will also be sent next week, so keep an eye on your inbox!

Don't miss the 2016 Installation & Awards Banquet on March 18 - featuring the Hari Karaoke Band! Which PBA members would you pay to see on the stage? 

Click here for event information and to RSVP. 
PA Teams Grab Top Spots at 2016 RCM Competition 

 


At this year's Residential Construction Management Competition, not one but TWO Pennsylvania teams claimed top spots in the Secondary division. Williamsport High School came out on top for the second year in a row, and York County School of Technology came in second place. Both of these programs are PBA-endorsed! Congratulations to both teams for their awesome accomplisment. 

2016 PHRC Industry Education Week
 
PHRC will be hosting the 2016 Industry Education Week in State College on March 2 & 3 with two concurrent conferences: The 24th Annual Housing & Land Development Conference, and the 3rd Biennial Residential Building Design & Construction Conference.

Both of these events are beneficial to Builders, Remodelers, Contractors, Manufacturers, and Design Professionals. Click here to download the flyer. 
Must Member Dues Always Be Monetary? 

 

Joe Rominiecki explores the idea of exchanging basic membership privileges for volunteered time and services. The potential upsides and likely concerns are just a few reasons why this debate is currently a hot topic. Check it out here!