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A Cut AboveLake Region Builders AssociationAPRIL 2011
A monthLy newsLetteR seRvIng beCkeR, otteRtAIL, noRmAn, wILkIn And mAhnomen CountIes
emAIL: [email protected]: 218.847.0699vIsIt ouR websItewww.lakeregionbuilders.com
Lake RegionbuildersAssociation
Greetings!The spring thaw is a little slow but we are on our
way! The Home Show and silent auction was a great success, thanks to Sharon and all of our committee members and volunteers. We had nice weather and lots of traffic. Our March meeting was at the speak easy. Our speakers were Sandy Gunderson and Matt Dretsch from the Becker County Environmental Ser-vices, as well as, Roger Rolf from the MN pollution control agency. They had lots of good information to share! We have two new members so far this month, and one for April! Let’s keep that momentum going!
Last month I discussed the Legislation issues that BAM, our state associa-tion watch dogs and how being a member supports that fight. This month I will discuss how membership provides credibility to its members. Consumers are intimidated when it comes to hiring contractors and buying from vendors. It is even more challenging in the home building industry. There are so many choices out there. To top it off there are a whole slew of bad choices to be made. Some people just simply understand the value of industry membership and will do business with companies that are giving back to their industry. Good standing membership in just about any type of legitimate organization requires a back ground check and references. They will also revoke the mem-bership of any member who would use unethical business practices. Many consumers look to industry organizations when trying to make these determi-nations about a contractor or vendor who they plan to do business with. Your membership puts you in the trustworthy eye of the consumer.
There are several different ways to show your membership credentials and benefit from them. 1. Use the association logo(s) on your business cards, advertising, web site, letter head & so on. 2. Verbally mention to your customers that you are a member and why it should matter to them. 3. Be seen participating in community projects and other organized events organized by the association.
So far we have discussed the legislation issues and credibility benefits that benefit our members. As I previously mentioned these are the things we need to emphasize when recruiting new members. Next month’s discus-sion… I have some ideas of my own; however I am open to hearing some of yours.
Bryan Schoenberger LRBA President
buILdeRs buZZ
PResIdent bryan schoenberger, Pike Creek Builders/Modern Living Concepts
seCRetARy/tReAsuReR Jason Coley, Don Tietz Construction
PAst PResIdent tim Roble
vICe PResIdent
eXeCutIve oFFICeR sharon westerholm
tim Roble, Lavelle Company
marga ybarra, Floor to Ceiling Carpet One
mike hough, Hough, Inc.
greg neisen, Crane Johnson Lumber, Perham
nick green, Green's Plumbing and Heating
marty ekern, Apex Electric
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APRIL 12th geneRAL membeRshIP meetIng to be heLd At I’LL tILe And stone
I'll Tile & Stone, Inc. is a locally owned and operated company specializing in both resi-dential and commercial flooring and installation. Although their name is I'll Tile & Stone, Inc., they not only have tile and stone, they also carry carpet, hardwood, lami-nate, vinyl, countertops, glass block, and much more.
Everything they sell, they also professionally install. Specializing in tile, the crew has many different samples and unique products to choose from. Bathrooms have been the big thing this year! We've been doing a ton of beautfiul walk-in tiled showers. With the pictures to show, you'll have plenty of ideas if your bathroom is in line next. Stop in to visit with Skye Fingalson about your residential needs. I'll Tile and Stone, Inc. is located North, just off of Richwood Road on Dan Street. Call or stop on in for a Free Estimate. I'll Tile & Stone, Inc. is looking forward to hosting the Lake Region Builders Association at their beautiful showroom.
the mARCh 8th meetIng heLd At sPeAk eAsy wAs A gReAt suCCess. Sandy Gunderson, Matt Dretsch, pictured right, and Roger Rolf, pictured left, from Beck-er County Environmental Services were our speakers for the evening. They each talked about the require-
ments for proper disposal. Information was given out to everyone. Proper disposal can mean a difference in the charges when going out to the county landfill.
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Code oF ethICsMembers of the Home Builders association subscribe to the following Code of ethics
n Members shall constantly seek to provide better val-ues for the customers they serve.
n Members shall at times share their knowledge with fellow members in the public in the best interest of those they serve.
n Members shall not obtain any business by means of fraudulet statements or by use of implications unwar-ranted by fact or reason-able probability.
n Members shall comply, both in spirit and letter, with rules and regulations prescribed by law and government agencies for health, safety and progress of the community.
n Members shall not perform a cause to be performed at any act which would tend to reflect on or bring into disrepute any party of the industry served by this as-sociation.
“to Promote Professionalism and to educate members and
consumers on legislative issues, while fostering
cooperative relationships for all stakeholders”
If you’re here, it’s safe to assume you are committed to the building industry. Many of us have lost much the past few years. Some have literally lost every-thing. Yet here we are. Makes you wonder why, doesn’t it? Well, I have some theo-ries. Some are here to network; some to learn. Others are here to promote their business and sell product. But given that the construction industry isn’t as lucra-tive as it used to be, I believe most of us are here for two main reasons.
Camaraderie. How many times have we heard a football player say the rea-son for their last season or two is not the money – it’s the locker room? My wife, Denise has asked me why I don’t do more with my friends. Fact is I spend time with my friends every day. It just so happens a high percentage of my friends are in the construction industry. No-body understands, accepts, encourages or challenges me more than the friends I’ve made the past 25 years in the con-struction industry. The simple fact is if we are to stay in this industry, we need each other.
You Care. The second reason, I be-lieve you’re here is because you care. You care about your family and your liveli-hood. You care about what happens to your friends in the industry. You care about what happens to the construction industry because it is noble and worth preserving and protecting. Most of you care about your customers and the millions of Americans who still believe home ownership is the foundation of the American Dream.
Because I believe you care and want to succeed I would like to challenge you with five thoughts as we enter 2011.
1. Don’t assume things will return to “normal.” What we experienced a few years ago was not normal. Waiting, wishing or assuming that things will return to the way it was is not healthy. Tom Brokaw made an interesting obser-vation in his documentary The Greatest Generation, stating that after World War II America had no competition. In the years following the war we built 80% of the world’s automobiles, the average
American income doubled pre-to-post ware, making the average American in-come 15 times more than the rest of the world. No wonder we prospered!
In today’s worldwide economy, America faces competition unlike any time in history. We cannot afford to make the mistake of assuming the “good, old days” will return simply be-cause history repeats itself. Richard Nixon said, “Nostalgia is not a crimeas long as people don’t act on it.” It’s time to move on in our thinking.
2. Do your homework. The most intellectually enlightening time in my career was in 2007. I spent the year working for a company that does market research for the residential construction industry. Part of my duties included physically driving through 100’s of neighborhoods counting the inventory of lots, homes under construction, mod-el and spec homes and researching plat approvals at county recorder offices in the 13-county area. I was dumbfounded at the excess inventory in the market-place. Even more astounding was how much information is available to help anyone in the construction business know their clients, what they need, and how much they’ll spend to get it. So chal-lenge number two is: do your homework and discipline yourself to plan your busi-ness activities around facts not habits.
3. Stay engaged in your builders asso-ciation. I can’t tell you how many people I meet in the construction industry have no idea what is going on in the world of politics and building codes and how it affects them. Some are aware of what’s happening, but believe nothing can be done about issues like warranty law or mandatory sprinkler systems. That’s just not true! BAM has become a force at the capitol and we need to keep it that way. I often say, “If we’re not at the table we are on the menu,” and it’s true! (This is one historical pattern that does repeat itself). Remember those who make the decisions impacting your business rarely know as much as you do, so when we lobby, we educate. We absolutely need to stay at the table.
4. Think outside the box. The movie, The Patriot (2000), with Mel Gibson is a war-hero’s story in which he comes home to find former troops building him a new house. I noticed the struc-ture looked similar to a modern-day construction site, but the movie was set in the late 1700’s. What product do you own that is still built the same way it was 220 years ago?
I am convinced we don’t build the way we do because of consumer prefer-ence. This may sound crazy, but I don’t recall any customers demanding I place 2x6 studs every 16 inches. But they have always demanded style, sustainability and above all, value. Are there better ways to meet the demands of future ho-meowners? I believe there are and only those of us that figure them out will be here in 10 years. Afraid of change? Bet-ter get over it! Big box stores and big companies will figure out a way to meet the demand if we don’t.
5. Don’t give up. Winston Churchill said, “The pessimist sees the difficul-ties associated with every opportunity and the optimist sees the opportunity with every difficulty.” Let’s face it. It can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel, but we know it’s there. Industry experts tell us we are at or near the bottom, and I think that’s true. As a youngster, I recall jumping a little too far off the dock into the lake at my grandmother’s cabin. I struggled to get back and remember the sense of relief in feeling the bottom of the lake. It wasn’t solid, but it was there and I think that’s where our industry is now, beginning to feel the bottom. So, don’t give up!
Thank you to the Board of Direc-tors for placing your trust in me, and this year’s executive committee, to lead in 2011. Most of all, thank you for ap-proving a budget that allows us to keep this great organization moving forward. I anticipate great things!
As of February 1, 2011, municipalities will be required to verify lead certification prior to issuing building permits for pre-1978 residential properties. Yes, you read that correctly. If you do not have your Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Firm Certification, you will not be issued a building permit by municipalities which enforce Minnesota State Building Codes. Com-pliance made direct:
1. Bring proof of the residential property’s date of original construction.
2. Bring a color copy of your firm’s certificate with you.
3. Bring lead-based paint testing results, if you plan to claim an exemption.
4. Enable the permit office personnel to confirm that you are EPA compliant by having your required documentation readily available.
5. Display your firm certificate logo and identifica-tion number on your trucks, business cards, proposals, contracts and letterhead.
6. Stand out and be visible – Say, “Yes, I am a Certi-fied Firm.”
Do not delay your jobs – Be pro-active.According to 326B.106, 2010 Minnesota Statute
subdivisions 13 and 14, residential building contrac-tors, residential remodelers, manufactured home in-stallers, and residential roofers must be EPA certified firms in order to receive a building permit prior to be-ginning their job. Unless the pre-1978 property can be documented as meeting one of the RRP rule’s excep-tions, a licensee working on the structure must provide information to the commissioner so that certification can be verified.
Portion of the statute:Subd. 13.Lead certification.When issuing permits in compliance with the State
Building Code to a residential building contractor, residential remodeler, manufactured home installer, or residential roofer licensed under section 326B.805, municipalities must verify lead certification qualifica-tions of the licensee required under subdivision 14 for renovations performed on residential property con-
structed prior to 1978. Municipalities may charge a sur-charge for verification of this certification under section 326B.815, subdivision 2.
Subd. 14.Pre-1978 structures.A residential building contractor, residential remod-
eler, manufactured home installer, or residential roofer licensed under section 326B.805 performing renova-tion as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.83, on a residential structure constructed prior to 1978 must be certified in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.89, unless the property has been determined to meet an exemp-tion under Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.82. Before performing the renovations as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.83, on a residential structure constructed prior to 1978, a licensee working on the structure must be able to pro-vide to the commissioner information so that proof of certification can be obtained as required in this subdivi-sion. The department shall provide on its Web site a link to the United States Environmental Protection Agency Web site for verification of certification of a licensee.
From the office of Gov. Mark Dayton Feb. 17, 2011 -- Gov. Mark Dayton signed into law
Senate File 139, a bill related to online notification of EPA-certified lead abatement licensed contractors. Un-der current law, a building inspector must prove that a contractor received their EPA certificate in lead special-ization when remodeling pre-1978 houses by confirm-ing their certification online. Under SF 139, contractors who receive their certification now have until August 1 to post their name to the verified list, which will be available on DLI's website.
View the text of the bill at: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bin/bldbill.php?bill=S0139.1.html&session=ls87
More information about the Environmental Protec-tion Agency's new rule for work on homes and other buildings with lead paint is available on DLI's website at http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/lead.asp
- Visit the EPA's Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) information page at http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm for further details about the re-quirements.
FRom the oFFICe oF gov. mARk dAyton
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my ViewSharon Westerholm, EOWhat a busy month
March has been. It is al-ways an exciting time when the Home Show gets closer with last minute changes to the floor plan, getting people to decide on having a booth, and trying to get the arenas full. There were
495 people on Saturday, 393 people on Sun-day with a total of 888. This was down quite a bit from last year - 1097 and way down from the average of 1300. If you have ideas for making things better, we would appreci-ate hearing from you. April schedule is an RRP class on April 6th, membership meet-ing on April 12th at I’ll Tile and Stone, BAM board meeting on April 13th, and the 4th annual TRAP SHOOT on April 23rd.
There is a lot of information in the news-letter, so enjoy reading and looking at the pictures.
Our next meeting is at I’ll Tile and Stone. Please call or email me at; [email protected] and let me know if you plan to attend. Also, if you have something you would like to go in the newsletter let me know. I would also like to get back to doing a MEMBER SHOWCASE where a member can put a picture of their showroom and have a write up of their business. (How long in business, why you joined the LRBA). Have a good April and hope for nice weather soon.
Sharon
breaking News From Minnesota president Todd bjerstedt’s Thoughts For The Year
Feb. 17, 2011 -- Gov. Mark Dayton signed into law Senate File 139, a bill related to online notification of EPA-certified lead abatement licensed contrac-tors. Under current law, a building inspector must prove that a contractor received their EPA certificate in lead specialization when remodeling pre-1978 houses by confirming their certification online. Under SF 139, contractors who receive their certification now have until August 1 to post their name to the verified list, which will be available on DLI's website.
View the text of the bill at: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bin/bldbill.php?bill=S0139.1.html&session=ls87 More information about the Environmental Protection Agency's new rule for work on homes and other buildings with lead paint is available on DLI's
website at http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/lead.asp - Visit the EPA's Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) information page at http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm for further details about the
requirements.
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NODSLE CONSTRUCTION Perry Nodsle phone: 218-847-7603 email: [email protected] DAvIS RESTORATION & REMODELING Jeff Boehm phone: 218-847-1800 email: [email protected] web: pdremodel.compIkE CREEk BUILDERS/MODERN LIvING CONCEpTS Bryan Schoenberger phone: 218-841-2006 email: [email protected] web: pikecreekbuilders.comDON TIETz CONSTRUCTION Don Tietz/J. Coley phone: 218-439-6271 email: [email protected] CUSTOM HOMES Warren Woytassek phone: 218-844-4661 aSSOCIaTE MEMBErS AMERIGAS pROpANE Tom Kirby phone: 218-847-1133 email: [email protected] web: amerigas.comApEx ELECTRIC & LIGHTING Marty Ekren phone: 218-847-5244 email: [email protected] & M ELECTRIC Mike Eidenschink phone: 218-847-1946CLASSIC CONCRETE CONTRACTORS Dan Baker phone: 218-849-4744COLOR-TEk COATINGS, INC. Tom Jessop phone: 218-847-7100 email: [email protected] web: colortekcoatings.comCRANE JOHNSON LUMBER Greg Neisen phone: 218-346-5555 email: [email protected] HOME CENTER Dan Zierden phone: 218-998-5070DL OvERHEAD DOOR SERvICES Tim Lamb phone: 218-847-2129 email: [email protected] web: detroitlakes
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ELSNER WELL DRILLING Kelly Elsner phone: 218-844-8400 email: [email protected] web: elsnerwelldrilling.comExpRESS EDGING Dennis Bartunek phone: 218-439-3121 email: dbartunek@ expressedging.com web: expressedging.comESSER pLUMBING & HEATING Scott McKenzie phone: 218-849-1885 email: scottmckenzie@ esserplumbingandheating.comEz OpEN GARAGE DOOR Keith Kolle phone: 701-235-2802FERGUSON BATH, kITCHEN & LIGHTING GALLERy Terry Lipp phone: 800-383-4132 email: [email protected] web: ferguson.comFLOOR TO CEILING CARpET ONE Marga Ybarra & Darryl Bartholomay phone: 218-844-6600 web: floortoceilingcarpetone.comFOLTz DRyWALL, INC. Nate Foltz phone: 218-844-8837GEMSTONE MASONRy Todd Rodeman phone: 218-334-3274 email: [email protected] web: gemstonemasonryinc.comGOODIN COMpANy Jonna Esser phone: 218-847-9211 Web: goodinco.comGREENS pLUMBING & HEATING Nick Green phone: 218-847-7542 email: [email protected] web: greensplumbing andheating.comHOUGH INC. Mike Hough phone: 218-847-7391 email: [email protected]’LL TILE & STONE Troy Fingalson phone: 218-847-0335 email: [email protected] ExCAvATING Ed Jutz phone: 218-334-5692kAHLE pLUMBING & HEATING Dave Kahle phone: 218-847-1008
kINETICO - THE WATER DOCTORS Local Contact: Shannon Benson Detroit Lakes phone: 218-844-PURE Alexandria - Shanna Nack phone: 320-762-1266 email: [email protected] web: kinetico.comkRUEGER WATER WELLS Brad Krueger phone: 218-439-3327 email: margaret_m_krueger @yahoo.comLANEyS, INC. Chad Harstad phone: 218-847-1309LAvELLE COMpANy Tim Roble phone: 218-849-7876LUxURy LAWN & LANDSCApING Chris Okeson phone: 218-439-6277 email: [email protected] ELECTRIC Brad Malstrom phone: 218-847-3132 email: info@malstrom electricinc.com web: malstromelectricinc.comMENARDS Steve Novak phone: 218-846-9885MID-vALLEy GEO-THERMAL, INC. Kevin Olson phone: 701-847-3031 email: [email protected] BANk Stephen Daggett & Denise Fredrickson phone: 218-847-4771 Email: denise.fredrickson @midwestbank.net web: midwestbank.netMIDWEST MINNESOTA COMMUNITy DEvELOpMENT John King phone: 218-847-3191 email: [email protected] web: mmcdc.comMODERN HEATING & pLUMBING Rick Michaelson phone: 218-847-7459 email: [email protected] web: modernheating andplumbing.comNOAH’S HOME FURNISHINGS Mike Noah phone: 218-8471835 email: [email protected] web: noahshomefurnishings.comNORTH COUNTRy kITCHENS Ed Lillis phone: 218-847-1022 email: [email protected] web: northcountrykitchens.net
OLSON pOOL & SpAS Steve Olson phone: 218-483-3541 email: steve@olsonpools andspas.com web: olsonpoolsandspas.compAINTERS pLUS OF DL Shane Heille phone: 218-847-5295pELLA WINDOWS & DOORS Wayne Reichling phone: 701-281-1390 email: [email protected] web: pella.compRO BUILD Curtis Thom phone: 218-847-2688 email: [email protected] web: probuild.compRO SySTEMS CORp Mike Brodsho phone: 218-847-9277 web: psys.comSCHILLER INSURANCE Ross Gailfus phone: 218-847-5696 email: rgailfus@warner andcompany.com web: schillerins.comSTATE BANk & TRUST MARk HAGEDORN phone: 218-844-3000 email: mhagedorn@ statebanks.com web: statebanks.comSTENERSON LUMBER OF DETROIT LAkES Joel Nelson phone: 218-847-2188STENERSON LUMBER OF FERGUS FALLS Mike Diekman phone: 218-739-4481 email: mdiekman@ stenersonlumber.com web: stenersonlumber.comTWIN CITy GARAGE DOOR Jeff Swenson phone: 701-281-4759 email: [email protected] web: tcgdwf.comWESTERN pRODUCTS, INC. Ross Amundson phone: 701-293-5310 email: [email protected] web: westernproducts.comzAyIC CONCRETE John Brehm phone: 218-844-2200 email: [email protected] web: zayicconcrete.com
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oFCALendAR
eventsApril 6th Renovate, Repair and
Paint class Speak Easy - Definite
April 7th 12:00 board meeting Office
April 12th 6:30 social 7:00 general meeting I'll Tile & Stone
may 10th Final meeting until fall - To be Determined... Picnic? Fun night?
Housing starts, a hallmark measure of housing activity, fell 22.5% in February to the second
lowest level in a series that goes back to 1959.The collapse was broad based with single-family starts
falling 11.8% and multifamily falling46.1% from an unusually high January level. The de-
clines were exacerbated by upward revisionsto both single- and multifamily estimates in January
and by unusually bad weather in February across some regions of the country.
The severity of a proposed New epa Regu-lation Depends Upon it!
Nahb needs your help to identify mem-bers with active construction sites who can assist in data collection efforts on the tur-bidity — or cloudiness — of storm water dis-charges from their construction sites.
The field data will enable Nahb to more accurately assess whether a numeric turbid-ity limit expected to be proposed shortly by the epa — and finalized in June — can be consistently achieved by builders and devel-opers using passive control systems.
any turbidity limit set by the epa will re-quire builders and developers to significantly change how they currently plan, design and operate their construction sites and manage storm water discharges.
The epa originally proposed to limit dis-charges from construction sites disturbing 10 or more acres to 280 NTUs. but Nahb and the small business administration forced the epa to revise and evaluate its proposed limit, which is why Nahb needs your help now.
Nahb will evaluate the data, which we hope your members will gather as quickly as possible, and work towards setting a limit our industry can live with.
cOllecTiNg The DaTa is easY — aND QUick
Tell your members that collecting the data is easy and quick. all they have to do is fill three small glass vials with storm water. a two-minute video shows how it's done.
collecting the data won’t take much lon-
ger than it does to watch the video. Nahb will provide storm water collection kits to those who volunteer. instructions and the sampling protocol will be included.
Members also will be asked to fill out a simple one-page data sheet.
Members who already have monitoring data for the turbidity of the water coming off their site can also participate by filling out data sheets provided by Nahb.
MeMbeR pRivacY eNsUReDNahb is not collecting or recording indi-
vidual contact information or job site, just county and state level data for soil charac-terization. Your members' privacy will be en-sured.
Dave Francis, Francis Construction receiving Red Spike award for 100 members
Gene Hill, G & R Hill Const. receives Life Spike award for 25 spike credits
Marga Ybarra receiving the certificate for Floor to Ceiling Carpet One for Best Designed Booth
Not pictured was Paskewitz Millwork for Most Sales Effective Booth
Jessy Jepson and Gloria Anderson at the front desk of the Home Show!
Seminar - Creative Containers by Belynda Nickolauson - Country Fields Greenhouse & Landscaping
Josie Denman receiving the certificate for Dream It for Best Designed Booth
Al Clark, Al Clark Const. receives Blue Spike award for 25 spike credits
Perry Nodsle, Nodsle Const. receiving his certificate for 6 spike credits
NAHB UPDATE
Stormwater Data Collection Needed!
AWARDS
2011 HOME & GARDEN SHOW
BOOTH WINNERS
SILENT AUCTION
SEMINARS
NAHB memBers
coNtiNue to receive A vAluABle
$500*
offer from Gm.
NAHB members can get a $500* private offer toward the purchase or lease of most new Gm vehicles. GM offers a wide selection of vehicles, including the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD. This private offer is compatible with many GM consumer incentive programs. Visit gmfleet.com/nahb for more details.
redeeming this private offer is easy: 1) Obtain your NAHB proof of membership form at nahb.org/ma. 2) Visit your GM dealer and mention this private offer. 3) Choose an eligible vehicle(s) to purchase or lease and present your NAHB proof of membership form to your dealer.
Through the GM Business Choice Program,† business owners receive even more when purchasing or leasing an eligible Chevrolet or GMC van, truck or SUV for business use. For program details, visit gmbusinesschoice.com.
* Offer valid toward the purchase or lease of new 2009, 2010 and 2011 model year GM passenger cars and light duty trucks, excluding Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette ZR1, Cadillac, HUMMER, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn vehicles and medium duty trucks. Not available with some other offers. Not valid on prior purchases. Program subject to change without notice. See dealer for details. Take delivery by 1/3/11. † To qualify, vehicles must be used in day-to-day operations of your business and not solely for transportation purposes. Must provide proof of business. Visit gmbusinesschoice.com or your Chevrolet or GMC dealer for details. Take delivery between 10/1/10 and 1/3/11. ©2010 General Motors
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oFCALendAR
eventsApril 6th Renovate, Repair and
Paint class Speak Easy - Definite
April 7th 12:00 board meeting Office
April 12th 6:30 social 7:00 general meeting I'll Tile & Stone
may 10th Final meeting until fall - To be Determined... Picnic? Fun night?
Housing starts, a hallmark measure of housing activity, fell 22.5% in February to the second
lowest level in a series that goes back to 1959.The collapse was broad based with single-family starts
falling 11.8% and multifamily falling46.1% from an unusually high January level. The de-
clines were exacerbated by upward revisionsto both single- and multifamily estimates in January
and by unusually bad weather in February across some regions of the country.
The severity of a proposed New epa Regu-lation Depends Upon it!
Nahb needs your help to identify mem-bers with active construction sites who can assist in data collection efforts on the tur-bidity — or cloudiness — of storm water dis-charges from their construction sites.
The field data will enable Nahb to more accurately assess whether a numeric turbid-ity limit expected to be proposed shortly by the epa — and finalized in June — can be consistently achieved by builders and devel-opers using passive control systems.
any turbidity limit set by the epa will re-quire builders and developers to significantly change how they currently plan, design and operate their construction sites and manage storm water discharges.
The epa originally proposed to limit dis-charges from construction sites disturbing 10 or more acres to 280 NTUs. but Nahb and the small business administration forced the epa to revise and evaluate its proposed limit, which is why Nahb needs your help now.
Nahb will evaluate the data, which we hope your members will gather as quickly as possible, and work towards setting a limit our industry can live with.
cOllecTiNg The DaTa is easY — aND QUick
Tell your members that collecting the data is easy and quick. all they have to do is fill three small glass vials with storm water. a two-minute video shows how it's done.
collecting the data won’t take much lon-
ger than it does to watch the video. Nahb will provide storm water collection kits to those who volunteer. instructions and the sampling protocol will be included.
Members also will be asked to fill out a simple one-page data sheet.
Members who already have monitoring data for the turbidity of the water coming off their site can also participate by filling out data sheets provided by Nahb.
MeMbeR pRivacY eNsUReDNahb is not collecting or recording indi-
vidual contact information or job site, just county and state level data for soil charac-terization. Your members' privacy will be en-sured.
Dave Francis, Francis Construction receiving Red Spike award for 100 members
Gene Hill, G & R Hill Const. receives Life Spike award for 25 spike credits
Marga Ybarra receiving the certificate for Floor to Ceiling Carpet One for Best Designed Booth
Not pictured was Paskewitz Millwork for Most Sales Effective Booth
Jessy Jepson and Gloria Anderson at the front desk of the Home Show!
Seminar - Creative Containers by Belynda Nickolauson - Country Fields Greenhouse & Landscaping
Josie Denman receiving the certificate for Dream It for Best Designed Booth
Al Clark, Al Clark Const. receives Blue Spike award for 25 spike credits
Perry Nodsle, Nodsle Const. receiving his certificate for 6 spike credits
NAHB UPDATE
Stormwater Data Collection Needed!
AWARDS
2011 HOME & GARDEN SHOW
BOOTH WINNERS
SILENT AUCTION
SEMINARS
NAHB memBers
coNtiNue to receive A vAluABle
$500*
offer from Gm.
NAHB members can get a $500* private offer toward the purchase or lease of most new Gm vehicles. GM offers a wide selection of vehicles, including the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD. This private offer is compatible with many GM consumer incentive programs. Visit gmfleet.com/nahb for more details.
redeeming this private offer is easy: 1) Obtain your NAHB proof of membership form at nahb.org/ma. 2) Visit your GM dealer and mention this private offer. 3) Choose an eligible vehicle(s) to purchase or lease and present your NAHB proof of membership form to your dealer.
Through the GM Business Choice Program,† business owners receive even more when purchasing or leasing an eligible Chevrolet or GMC van, truck or SUV for business use. For program details, visit gmbusinesschoice.com.
* Offer valid toward the purchase or lease of new 2009, 2010 and 2011 model year GM passenger cars and light duty trucks, excluding Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette ZR1, Cadillac, HUMMER, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn vehicles and medium duty trucks. Not available with some other offers. Not valid on prior purchases. Program subject to change without notice. See dealer for details. Take delivery by 1/3/11. † To qualify, vehicles must be used in day-to-day operations of your business and not solely for transportation purposes. Must provide proof of business. Visit gmbusinesschoice.com or your Chevrolet or GMC dealer for details. Take delivery between 10/1/10 and 1/3/11. ©2010 General Motors
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BUIldErS & rEMOdElErSAHMANN CONSTRUCTION Wayne Ahmann phone: 218-935-2622AL CLARk CONSTRUCTION Al Clark phone: 218-849-4489 email: [email protected] CONSTRUCTORS David Anderson phone: 218-532-7429 email: [email protected] CONSTRUCTION Hunter Briard phone: 218-439-6043 email: [email protected] CONSTRUCTION Tom Crowell phone: 218-847-1931 email: [email protected] HOMES Arlen Johnson phone: 218-847-2611 web: dynamichomes.comFOLTz BUILDERS David Foltz phone: 218-847-3281 email: [email protected] web: foltzbuildings.comFRANCIS CONSTRUCTION OF DETROIT LAkES David Francis phone: 218-847-4054 email: [email protected] GENEREUx CONSTRUCTION Francis Genereux 218-849-8808 email: [email protected] & R HILL CONSTRUCTION Gene & Randy Hill phone: 218-847-5947 email: [email protected] HEITkAMp CONSTRUCTION Gary Heitkamp phone: 218-847-8441 email: [email protected] CONSTRUCTION Don Gravelle phone: 218-847-3562HERITAGE HOMES, LLC Tyrone Leslie phone: 701-281-7184JBS BUILDERS, LLC Jayson Storo phone: 218-495-2005 email: [email protected] web: jbsbuildersllc.comJON pEDERSON CONSTRUCTION OF DETROIT LAkES Jon Pederson phone: 218-847-1845 email: [email protected] GREFSRUD CONSTRUCTION Karl Grefsrud phone: 218-863-5075 email: [email protected]
NODSLE CONSTRUCTION Perry Nodsle phone: 218-847-7603 email: [email protected] DAvIS RESTORATION & REMODELING Jeff Boehm phone: 218-847-1800 email: [email protected] web: pdremodel.compIkE CREEk BUILDERS/MODERN LIvING CONCEpTS Bryan Schoenberger phone: 218-841-2006 email: [email protected] web: pikecreekbuilders.comDON TIETz CONSTRUCTION Don Tietz/J. Coley phone: 218-439-6271 email: [email protected] CUSTOM HOMES Warren Woytassek phone: 218-844-4661 aSSOCIaTE MEMBErS AMERIGAS pROpANE Tom Kirby phone: 218-847-1133 email: [email protected] web: amerigas.comApEx ELECTRIC & LIGHTING Marty Ekren phone: 218-847-5244 email: [email protected] & M ELECTRIC Mike Eidenschink phone: 218-847-1946CLASSIC CONCRETE CONTRACTORS Dan Baker phone: 218-849-4744COLOR-TEk COATINGS, INC. Tom Jessop phone: 218-847-7100 email: [email protected] web: colortekcoatings.comCRANE JOHNSON LUMBER Greg Neisen phone: 218-346-5555 email: [email protected] HOME CENTER Dan Zierden phone: 218-998-5070DL OvERHEAD DOOR SERvICES Tim Lamb phone: 218-847-2129 email: [email protected] web: detroitlakes
overheaddoor.comD L WINDOW & DOOR Dan Mullikin phone: 218-847-8708 email: [email protected] REALTy Dave Branson phone: 1-800-449-1712 email: davebranson@ edinarealty.com web: edinarealty.com
ELSNER WELL DRILLING Kelly Elsner phone: 218-844-8400 email: [email protected] web: elsnerwelldrilling.comExpRESS EDGING Dennis Bartunek phone: 218-439-3121 email: dbartunek@ expressedging.com web: expressedging.comESSER pLUMBING & HEATING Scott McKenzie phone: 218-849-1885 email: scottmckenzie@ esserplumbingandheating.comEz OpEN GARAGE DOOR Keith Kolle phone: 701-235-2802FERGUSON BATH, kITCHEN & LIGHTING GALLERy Terry Lipp phone: 800-383-4132 email: [email protected] web: ferguson.comFLOOR TO CEILING CARpET ONE Marga Ybarra & Darryl Bartholomay phone: 218-844-6600 web: floortoceilingcarpetone.comFOLTz DRyWALL, INC. Nate Foltz phone: 218-844-8837GEMSTONE MASONRy Todd Rodeman phone: 218-334-3274 email: [email protected] web: gemstonemasonryinc.comGOODIN COMpANy Jonna Esser phone: 218-847-9211 Web: goodinco.comGREENS pLUMBING & HEATING Nick Green phone: 218-847-7542 email: [email protected] web: greensplumbing andheating.comHOUGH INC. Mike Hough phone: 218-847-7391 email: [email protected]’LL TILE & STONE Troy Fingalson phone: 218-847-0335 email: [email protected] ExCAvATING Ed Jutz phone: 218-334-5692kAHLE pLUMBING & HEATING Dave Kahle phone: 218-847-1008
kINETICO - THE WATER DOCTORS Local Contact: Shannon Benson Detroit Lakes phone: 218-844-PURE Alexandria - Shanna Nack phone: 320-762-1266 email: [email protected] web: kinetico.comkRUEGER WATER WELLS Brad Krueger phone: 218-439-3327 email: margaret_m_krueger @yahoo.comLANEyS, INC. Chad Harstad phone: 218-847-1309LAvELLE COMpANy Tim Roble phone: 218-849-7876LUxURy LAWN & LANDSCApING Chris Okeson phone: 218-439-6277 email: [email protected] ELECTRIC Brad Malstrom phone: 218-847-3132 email: info@malstrom electricinc.com web: malstromelectricinc.comMENARDS Steve Novak phone: 218-846-9885MID-vALLEy GEO-THERMAL, INC. Kevin Olson phone: 701-847-3031 email: [email protected] BANk Stephen Daggett & Denise Fredrickson phone: 218-847-4771 Email: denise.fredrickson @midwestbank.net web: midwestbank.netMIDWEST MINNESOTA COMMUNITy DEvELOpMENT John King phone: 218-847-3191 email: [email protected] web: mmcdc.comMODERN HEATING & pLUMBING Rick Michaelson phone: 218-847-7459 email: [email protected] web: modernheating andplumbing.comNOAH’S HOME FURNISHINGS Mike Noah phone: 218-8471835 email: [email protected] web: noahshomefurnishings.comNORTH COUNTRy kITCHENS Ed Lillis phone: 218-847-1022 email: [email protected] web: northcountrykitchens.net
OLSON pOOL & SpAS Steve Olson phone: 218-483-3541 email: steve@olsonpools andspas.com web: olsonpoolsandspas.compAINTERS pLUS OF DL Shane Heille phone: 218-847-5295pELLA WINDOWS & DOORS Wayne Reichling phone: 701-281-1390 email: [email protected] web: pella.compRO BUILD Curtis Thom phone: 218-847-2688 email: [email protected] web: probuild.compRO SySTEMS CORp Mike Brodsho phone: 218-847-9277 web: psys.comSCHILLER INSURANCE Ross Gailfus phone: 218-847-5696 email: rgailfus@warner andcompany.com web: schillerins.comSTATE BANk & TRUST MARk HAGEDORN phone: 218-844-3000 email: mhagedorn@ statebanks.com web: statebanks.comSTENERSON LUMBER OF DETROIT LAkES Joel Nelson phone: 218-847-2188STENERSON LUMBER OF FERGUS FALLS Mike Diekman phone: 218-739-4481 email: mdiekman@ stenersonlumber.com web: stenersonlumber.comTWIN CITy GARAGE DOOR Jeff Swenson phone: 701-281-4759 email: [email protected] web: tcgdwf.comWESTERN pRODUCTS, INC. Ross Amundson phone: 701-293-5310 email: [email protected] web: westernproducts.comzAyIC CONCRETE John Brehm phone: 218-844-2200 email: [email protected] web: zayicconcrete.com
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Code oF ethICsMembers of the Home Builders association subscribe to the following Code of ethics
n Members shall constantly seek to provide better val-ues for the customers they serve.
n Members shall at times share their knowledge with fellow members in the public in the best interest of those they serve.
n Members shall not obtain any business by means of fraudulet statements or by use of implications unwar-ranted by fact or reason-able probability.
n Members shall comply, both in spirit and letter, with rules and regulations prescribed by law and government agencies for health, safety and progress of the community.
n Members shall not perform a cause to be performed at any act which would tend to reflect on or bring into disrepute any party of the industry served by this as-sociation.
“to Promote Professionalism and to educate members and
consumers on legislative issues, while fostering
cooperative relationships for all stakeholders”
If you’re here, it’s safe to assume you are committed to the building industry. Many of us have lost much the past few years. Some have literally lost every-thing. Yet here we are. Makes you wonder why, doesn’t it? Well, I have some theo-ries. Some are here to network; some to learn. Others are here to promote their business and sell product. But given that the construction industry isn’t as lucra-tive as it used to be, I believe most of us are here for two main reasons.
Camaraderie. How many times have we heard a football player say the rea-son for their last season or two is not the money – it’s the locker room? My wife, Denise has asked me why I don’t do more with my friends. Fact is I spend time with my friends every day. It just so happens a high percentage of my friends are in the construction industry. No-body understands, accepts, encourages or challenges me more than the friends I’ve made the past 25 years in the con-struction industry. The simple fact is if we are to stay in this industry, we need each other.
You Care. The second reason, I be-lieve you’re here is because you care. You care about your family and your liveli-hood. You care about what happens to your friends in the industry. You care about what happens to the construction industry because it is noble and worth preserving and protecting. Most of you care about your customers and the millions of Americans who still believe home ownership is the foundation of the American Dream.
Because I believe you care and want to succeed I would like to challenge you with five thoughts as we enter 2011.
1. Don’t assume things will return to “normal.” What we experienced a few years ago was not normal. Waiting, wishing or assuming that things will return to the way it was is not healthy. Tom Brokaw made an interesting obser-vation in his documentary The Greatest Generation, stating that after World War II America had no competition. In the years following the war we built 80% of the world’s automobiles, the average
American income doubled pre-to-post ware, making the average American in-come 15 times more than the rest of the world. No wonder we prospered!
In today’s worldwide economy, America faces competition unlike any time in history. We cannot afford to make the mistake of assuming the “good, old days” will return simply be-cause history repeats itself. Richard Nixon said, “Nostalgia is not a crimeas long as people don’t act on it.” It’s time to move on in our thinking.
2. Do your homework. The most intellectually enlightening time in my career was in 2007. I spent the year working for a company that does market research for the residential construction industry. Part of my duties included physically driving through 100’s of neighborhoods counting the inventory of lots, homes under construction, mod-el and spec homes and researching plat approvals at county recorder offices in the 13-county area. I was dumbfounded at the excess inventory in the market-place. Even more astounding was how much information is available to help anyone in the construction business know their clients, what they need, and how much they’ll spend to get it. So chal-lenge number two is: do your homework and discipline yourself to plan your busi-ness activities around facts not habits.
3. Stay engaged in your builders asso-ciation. I can’t tell you how many people I meet in the construction industry have no idea what is going on in the world of politics and building codes and how it affects them. Some are aware of what’s happening, but believe nothing can be done about issues like warranty law or mandatory sprinkler systems. That’s just not true! BAM has become a force at the capitol and we need to keep it that way. I often say, “If we’re not at the table we are on the menu,” and it’s true! (This is one historical pattern that does repeat itself). Remember those who make the decisions impacting your business rarely know as much as you do, so when we lobby, we educate. We absolutely need to stay at the table.
4. Think outside the box. The movie, The Patriot (2000), with Mel Gibson is a war-hero’s story in which he comes home to find former troops building him a new house. I noticed the struc-ture looked similar to a modern-day construction site, but the movie was set in the late 1700’s. What product do you own that is still built the same way it was 220 years ago?
I am convinced we don’t build the way we do because of consumer prefer-ence. This may sound crazy, but I don’t recall any customers demanding I place 2x6 studs every 16 inches. But they have always demanded style, sustainability and above all, value. Are there better ways to meet the demands of future ho-meowners? I believe there are and only those of us that figure them out will be here in 10 years. Afraid of change? Bet-ter get over it! Big box stores and big companies will figure out a way to meet the demand if we don’t.
5. Don’t give up. Winston Churchill said, “The pessimist sees the difficul-ties associated with every opportunity and the optimist sees the opportunity with every difficulty.” Let’s face it. It can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel, but we know it’s there. Industry experts tell us we are at or near the bottom, and I think that’s true. As a youngster, I recall jumping a little too far off the dock into the lake at my grandmother’s cabin. I struggled to get back and remember the sense of relief in feeling the bottom of the lake. It wasn’t solid, but it was there and I think that’s where our industry is now, beginning to feel the bottom. So, don’t give up!
Thank you to the Board of Direc-tors for placing your trust in me, and this year’s executive committee, to lead in 2011. Most of all, thank you for ap-proving a budget that allows us to keep this great organization moving forward. I anticipate great things!
As of February 1, 2011, municipalities will be required to verify lead certification prior to issuing building permits for pre-1978 residential properties. Yes, you read that correctly. If you do not have your Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Firm Certification, you will not be issued a building permit by municipalities which enforce Minnesota State Building Codes. Com-pliance made direct:
1. Bring proof of the residential property’s date of original construction.
2. Bring a color copy of your firm’s certificate with you.
3. Bring lead-based paint testing results, if you plan to claim an exemption.
4. Enable the permit office personnel to confirm that you are EPA compliant by having your required documentation readily available.
5. Display your firm certificate logo and identifica-tion number on your trucks, business cards, proposals, contracts and letterhead.
6. Stand out and be visible – Say, “Yes, I am a Certi-fied Firm.”
Do not delay your jobs – Be pro-active.According to 326B.106, 2010 Minnesota Statute
subdivisions 13 and 14, residential building contrac-tors, residential remodelers, manufactured home in-stallers, and residential roofers must be EPA certified firms in order to receive a building permit prior to be-ginning their job. Unless the pre-1978 property can be documented as meeting one of the RRP rule’s excep-tions, a licensee working on the structure must provide information to the commissioner so that certification can be verified.
Portion of the statute:Subd. 13.Lead certification.When issuing permits in compliance with the State
Building Code to a residential building contractor, residential remodeler, manufactured home installer, or residential roofer licensed under section 326B.805, municipalities must verify lead certification qualifica-tions of the licensee required under subdivision 14 for renovations performed on residential property con-
structed prior to 1978. Municipalities may charge a sur-charge for verification of this certification under section 326B.815, subdivision 2.
Subd. 14.Pre-1978 structures.A residential building contractor, residential remod-
eler, manufactured home installer, or residential roofer licensed under section 326B.805 performing renova-tion as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.83, on a residential structure constructed prior to 1978 must be certified in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.89, unless the property has been determined to meet an exemp-tion under Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.82. Before performing the renovations as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, title 40, section 745.83, on a residential structure constructed prior to 1978, a licensee working on the structure must be able to pro-vide to the commissioner information so that proof of certification can be obtained as required in this subdivi-sion. The department shall provide on its Web site a link to the United States Environmental Protection Agency Web site for verification of certification of a licensee.
From the office of Gov. Mark Dayton Feb. 17, 2011 -- Gov. Mark Dayton signed into law
Senate File 139, a bill related to online notification of EPA-certified lead abatement licensed contractors. Un-der current law, a building inspector must prove that a contractor received their EPA certificate in lead special-ization when remodeling pre-1978 houses by confirm-ing their certification online. Under SF 139, contractors who receive their certification now have until August 1 to post their name to the verified list, which will be available on DLI's website.
View the text of the bill at: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bin/bldbill.php?bill=S0139.1.html&session=ls87
More information about the Environmental Protec-tion Agency's new rule for work on homes and other buildings with lead paint is available on DLI's website at http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/lead.asp
- Visit the EPA's Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) information page at http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm for further details about the re-quirements.
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March has been. It is al-ways an exciting time when the Home Show gets closer with last minute changes to the floor plan, getting people to decide on having a booth, and trying to get the arenas full. There were
495 people on Saturday, 393 people on Sun-day with a total of 888. This was down quite a bit from last year - 1097 and way down from the average of 1300. If you have ideas for making things better, we would appreci-ate hearing from you. April schedule is an RRP class on April 6th, membership meet-ing on April 12th at I’ll Tile and Stone, BAM board meeting on April 13th, and the 4th annual TRAP SHOOT on April 23rd.
There is a lot of information in the news-letter, so enjoy reading and looking at the pictures.
Our next meeting is at I’ll Tile and Stone. Please call or email me at; [email protected] and let me know if you plan to attend. Also, if you have something you would like to go in the newsletter let me know. I would also like to get back to doing a MEMBER SHOWCASE where a member can put a picture of their showroom and have a write up of their business. (How long in business, why you joined the LRBA). Have a good April and hope for nice weather soon.
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breaking News From Minnesota president Todd bjerstedt’s Thoughts For The Year
Feb. 17, 2011 -- Gov. Mark Dayton signed into law Senate File 139, a bill related to online notification of EPA-certified lead abatement licensed contrac-tors. Under current law, a building inspector must prove that a contractor received their EPA certificate in lead specialization when remodeling pre-1978 houses by confirming their certification online. Under SF 139, contractors who receive their certification now have until August 1 to post their name to the verified list, which will be available on DLI's website.
View the text of the bill at: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bin/bldbill.php?bill=S0139.1.html&session=ls87 More information about the Environmental Protection Agency's new rule for work on homes and other buildings with lead paint is available on DLI's
website at http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/lead.asp - Visit the EPA's Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) information page at http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm for further details about the
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A Cut AboveLake Region Builders AssociationAPRIL 2011
A monthLy newsLetteR seRvIng beCkeR, otteRtAIL, noRmAn, wILkIn And mAhnomen CountIes
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Greetings!The spring thaw is a little slow but we are on our
way! The Home Show and silent auction was a great success, thanks to Sharon and all of our committee members and volunteers. We had nice weather and lots of traffic. Our March meeting was at the speak easy. Our speakers were Sandy Gunderson and Matt Dretsch from the Becker County Environmental Ser-vices, as well as, Roger Rolf from the MN pollution control agency. They had lots of good information to share! We have two new members so far this month, and one for April! Let’s keep that momentum going!
Last month I discussed the Legislation issues that BAM, our state associa-tion watch dogs and how being a member supports that fight. This month I will discuss how membership provides credibility to its members. Consumers are intimidated when it comes to hiring contractors and buying from vendors. It is even more challenging in the home building industry. There are so many choices out there. To top it off there are a whole slew of bad choices to be made. Some people just simply understand the value of industry membership and will do business with companies that are giving back to their industry. Good standing membership in just about any type of legitimate organization requires a back ground check and references. They will also revoke the mem-bership of any member who would use unethical business practices. Many consumers look to industry organizations when trying to make these determi-nations about a contractor or vendor who they plan to do business with. Your membership puts you in the trustworthy eye of the consumer.
There are several different ways to show your membership credentials and benefit from them. 1. Use the association logo(s) on your business cards, advertising, web site, letter head & so on. 2. Verbally mention to your customers that you are a member and why it should matter to them. 3. Be seen participating in community projects and other organized events organized by the association.
So far we have discussed the legislation issues and credibility benefits that benefit our members. As I previously mentioned these are the things we need to emphasize when recruiting new members. Next month’s discus-sion… I have some ideas of my own; however I am open to hearing some of yours.
Bryan Schoenberger LRBA President
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Everything they sell, they also professionally install. Specializing in tile, the crew has many different samples and unique products to choose from. Bathrooms have been the big thing this year! We've been doing a ton of beautfiul walk-in tiled showers. With the pictures to show, you'll have plenty of ideas if your bathroom is in line next. Stop in to visit with Skye Fingalson about your residential needs. I'll Tile and Stone, Inc. is located North, just off of Richwood Road on Dan Street. Call or stop on in for a Free Estimate. I'll Tile & Stone, Inc. is looking forward to hosting the Lake Region Builders Association at their beautiful showroom.
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