January•NDABannualmeeting

-pg11

•Meetyourelectedofficial:ScottWagner-pg11

•HBApastpresidentDonBarnumpassesaway-pg16

•Builders:ParadeofHomesentrydeadlineisMarch1-pg18

•MeetyourParadeofHomeschair:RobinSwanson,SuperiorInsurance-pg23

•Memberprofile:FossArchitecture&Interiors-pg24

•RemodelersCouncilFocus:JudyLee,InteriorAffairs-pg27

•HealthTech&TradesCareerExpo-pgs30-31

2012 Home & Garden ShowFeb. 24- 26 • Fargodome

Don’tmissoutonthisyear’sHome&GardenShow,featuringseminarsbyHGTVhostsJohnGiddingandWilliamMoss.Learnaboutyourhome’scurbappeal,fan-favoriteprojects,tipsandtricksforgrowingfruitsandveggies,andtried-and-truetechniquesforsuccessfulplants!

February General Membership MeetingFeb.9•5-7p.m.•FabricatorsUnlimited

‘CHILLY’ COOK-OFF

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See pgs 8-10 for details...

Platinum Sponsor

Register by Feb. 7 and put your award-winning chili to the test!

Seminar Schedule on pg 27...

2012 Plains Builder January2

HBA of F-M Executive Committee & Board of Directors

HBA of F-M Staff

HomeBuildersAssociationofF-M180232ndAvenueSouthFargo,ND58103(701)232-5846•(701)280-1108faxwww.hbafm.com•info@hbafm.com

TERRYBECKER TerryBeckerConstruction,LLC(PresidentandNationalDirector)DARRICKGUTHMILLER KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.(PresidentElectandNationalDirector)CARLITADIETZ JayDietzConstruction,Inc.(TreasurerandNationalDirector) JOHNVASTAG PerfectTemp(AssociateVicePresident)SYLVIALUNSKI DesignDirection,Inc.(Secretary)TYRONELESLIE HeritageHomes(PastPresidentandNationalDirector)

BRYCEJOHNSON ExecutiveVicePresidentJENNYERICKSON Development&ProjectCoordinatorJENNIFERMCKINNEY MembershipCoordinatorKRISTAMUND CommunicationsManagerAMANDAOHLSEN Accounting&RecordsCoordinatorKIRSTENROSENOW Communication&OfficeCoordinatorROCKYSCHNEIDER PublicAffairsCoordinatorALISONSTREYLE EventsCoordinator

BRYCEJOHNSONPublisher

KIRSTENROSENOWEditor,Photographer,Design

KENANDERSEN KWAConstructors,Inc.STANBIRKY StanBirkyConstruction,Inc.CLAYDIETRICH DietrichHomes,Inc.HARRYGILBERTSON HarryGilbertsonConstructionBRUCEJOHNSON RE/MAXRealty1NANCYKELLY HeartlandLaborJOHNKOERSELMAN RedRiverDrywall&PaintingServices,Inc.PAULKRABBENHOFT GatewayHomesofFargo-Moorhead,LLCTERRYLIPP FergusonBath,Kitchen&LightingShowroomNANCYMICHELSEN VividInteriors,LLCTOMSPAETH AccentContracting

Ex-officiostotheboardofdirectorsDONDABBERT,JR. DabbertCustomHomes(LifeDirector)GERALDEID Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.(SeniorLifeDirector)JASONEID Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.(NDABFirstVicePresident)JOHNGUNKELMAN DakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.(LifeDirectorandNDABStateRepresentative)KENKRAJSA StateBank&Trust(NDABAssociateNationalDirector)DANLINDQUIST DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.(NationalDirector)JOHNMAHAN MahanConstruction,Inc.(LifeDirector)

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Calendar oF eventsJanuary 2012

Jan.4....... HBCBoard............................................................11:30a.m.

Jan.5...... GMMNewYearCelebration/Installation.................11:30a.m.

Jan.10..... WorldofThanks.......................................................7:30a.m.

Jan.10..... EducationCommittee....................................................8a.m.

Jan.11..... NDABradon-resistantbuildinginnewconstruction... 11:30a.m.

Jan.13..... ElectricalContractorContinuingEducation..................8a.m.

Jan.13..... EventsCommittee....................................................8:15a.m.

Jan.16..... NewMemberDevelopment&Retention........................ Noon

Jan.17..... HBABoardofDirectors...............................................11a.m.

Jan.18..... Minn.ContractorContinuingEducation.........................8a.m.

Jan.19..... RemodelersCouncil......................................................8a.m.

Jan.23..... ParadeofHomesCommittee................................... 3:30p.m.

Jan.24...... TakeyourboothorParadehomeoverthetopin2012..11:30a.m.

Jan.27..... CommitteeChairTraining.............................................. 2p.m.

Feb.1...... Minn.ContractorContinuingEducation.........................8a.m.

2012 Plains Builder January4

news briefsHires & Promotions

Briefs con’t on next pg

• LisaMarvel-Tull has joined ParkCo.Realtors as a sales associate.

• JulianStephens and RodRichter have joined the sales team at PrudentialPremierRealEstate.

• Nor-Son,Inc.has named ScottKuehl as president and chief executive officer. BobSweeney, former CEO, moves to the position of chairman of the board.

• TerryGolling, has joined WidmerRoel as a certified public accountant.

• PeteFullerton has joined CornerstoneBank as president and chief executive officer. BradA.Sinclair has joined the bank as senior vice president of administration and corporate legal counsel.

• HeritageHomes has hired JoshHass, as jobsite coordinator, AnnSherrill as frontline specialist and JacobVoelker as an accounting assistant.

• JohnDocken has joined FirstInternationalBankandTrust as vice president and corporate counsel.

• RogerL.Erges has been named ag and business banker at AmericanFederalBank.

Awards & Accolades• LisaArtz, executive vice

president of marketing for ChoiceFinancial, has graduated from the Dale Carnegie course, where she won the Human Relations Champion Award. TreverMathew completed the Certified Frontline Professionals program, which is designed for financial employees who greet and serve a bank’s customer base.

• CarlMeckle,JohnTruhlicka,JimWolters and GeorgeGuggisberg, service plumbers at Laney’s,Inc., have earned the Nexstar service technician certification, recognizing their professionalism and outstanding customer service.

• Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors elected ToddAnhorn,AdvantageRealtors, to president. Directors elected included KevinFisher,ParkCo.Realtors; AlHavig, ColdwellBankerFirstRealty;and BenSchroeder,ParkCo.Realtors.BobLee,ParkCo.Realtors, and PeggyIsakson,ColdwellBankerFirstRealty, were elected to serve as directors for the North Dakota association.

• DarylBraham,PrudentialPremierRealEstate, has been appointed the 2012 Realtor political fundraising lisaison for the National Association of Realtors.

• PrudentialRealEstate has recognized MicheleEvert and ShawnaHuseth as second place winners in the Top 3 Sales Professionals in North Dakota for residential GCI.

• GateCityBank has donated more than $218,000 to area organizations including education institutions and the arts.

• EdinaRealty has awarded $1,000 grants to three Fargo area organizations.

HBA sets 2012 continuing education dates

The HBA of F-M will hold Minnesota contractor continuing education classes Jan. 18 and Feb. 1. The same set of classes will be offered both dates and have been submitted for approval for seven credits, including the one hour of required energy. Electrical contractor continuing education class will be Jan. 13. Power limited continuing education class for Minnesota will be March 9, and will fulfill eight hours of code. Contact Kirsten at (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@hbafm.com to register.

Plains Builder classified listings availableConstruction-related classified listings are now available for purchase for 30 words or less for only $20. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com for details.

Sign up to get Plains Builder by email

If you are currently getting the Plains Builder as a hard copy, and would like to receive it electronically, please contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@hbafm.com. It is our goal to reduce waste and save member dollars as much as possible.

Habitat for Humanity Tour de Habitat

The 2012 Tour de Habitat will at 1 pm. March 3. The Tour de Habitat is a Stationary Bike Race held to raise funds for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.

Join a team or create your own! Each team consists of six riders who each ride for a 15-minute interval. Each rider is asked to raise a minumum of $250 ($1,500 per team. There are great door prizes donated by area businesses that each rider is eligible to win, along with a t-shirt for every rider. There are also prizes for the most miles, most money raised and team spirit.

This is a fun day for the competitive and non-competitve, all while supporting the 2012 homes that Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity will build.

2012 Home & Garden Show sponsorhips available

Now is the time to sponsor the HBA of F-M’s Home & Garden Show Feb. 24-26 at the Fargodome. This is a great way to get your company name in front of thousands of consumers through print, radio and television advertising. Gold, Silver, Bronze and Show Supporter sponsorships are available.

Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

Cougar Tree Care, Inc. wins a free year of membership.Congratulations to Cougar Tree Care, Inc., for winning a free year of membership with the HBA of F-M! The Association tracks those members who pay dues before the month of their renewal, and all of those companies go into a drawing for a free year of dues.

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 5

CHALLENGEGuess Who!Each month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan trustee, committee chairperson or staff member.

It’s your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846.

The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product. The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder. See page 38 to find who last month’s Guess Who was.

Note: Co-workers and relatives of the featured member/staff person are not eligible to win.

Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year.

news briefsBriefs con’t from previous pg

Hints:• Don’t “bank” on him being in the office when he could be out on his motorcycle.• Originally from the Mahnomen, Minn. area.• He’s not a Builder, but he’s hammered home a lot of Spikes!

Crime alert from Fargo Police Department

The Fargo Police Department has taken a number of reports in which tools were taken from construction sites. These thefts were crimes of opportunity as the property stolen was not secured. Contractors, equipment dealers, insurance companies and equipment manufacturers all suffer when job sites are vandalized or equipment and materials are stolen.

The Fargo Police Department is taking this opportunity to remind everyone to prevent the likelihood of this type of crime by implementing some simple crime prevention techniques.

• ALWAYS secure the job site prior to leaving, especially trailers or buildings containing tools and other equipment that can be easily stolen. The majority of equipment thefts take place between 6 p.m. Fridays and 6 a.m. Mondays.

• Posting signs stating “Private Property” or “No Trespassing” may help deter a criminal.

• If feasible, consider installing video surveillance systems to monitor the site.

• Consider fencing options, if applicable.• Mark equipment with your company logo, name or

other distinguishing mark.• Keep an inventory of all equipment to include make,

model and serial numbers.• Remove keys from vehicles and large quipment and

lock the doors, when applicable.• Plan to end the day with near-empty fuel tanks.• Report any suspicious behavior immediately to the

police.Please contact Crime Prevention Officer Tara Morris

with questions or if you need assistance: (701) 461-7872 or trmorris@cityoffargo.com.

Fourth quarter building permit reportsThe fourth quarter building permit report for Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and Dilworth areas will be in the February issue of the Plains Builder.

World of Thanks distributionThe HBA of F-M will hold its 2012

World of Thanks distribution Jan. 20 at the HBA office to deliver packets to members including the 2012 Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide, 2012 Development Map and window decal. The 2012 calendar will be distributed electronically to members and posted on the HBA’s website. If you have not received your packet by the end of January, please contact Jennifer at (701) 232-5846 or jennifer@hbafm.com.

Marvin Windows & Doors mentioned in Obama’s speechAccording to the Crookston Daily Times, President Obama mentioned the locally-owned company, Marvin Windows & Doors, because of its dedication to employees through tough economic

times. View the whole speech at www.c-spanvideo.org/program/PresidentialRemarksontheEconomy7

Builders must register by March 1 for Spring Parade of Homes

Builders, don’t forget the Spring Parade of Homes is right around the corner. Registrations are due March 1. Ask your suppliers for show home discounts! The Parade of Homes is the best way to raise awareness, generate traffic and it is a great marketing tool for builders.

BuilderFusion will produce a high-quality glossy magazine and website to give you the recognition you deserve. See pg 18 for more details.

HBA of F-M makes year-end donations

The HBA of F-M board of directors approved year-end donations to the following:• $1,000 to Greater Fargo-

Moorhead Economic Development Corporation

• $1,000 to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead

• $2,000 to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity

• $2,000 to Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades

HBA members enrolled on health plan are eligible for EAP...HBA of F-M members who are enrolled on the Association’s health plan are eligible for The Village Employee Assistance Program. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (800) 627-8220.

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Terry BeckerTerryBeckerConstruction,LLC

HBA of F-M President’s Report

Happy New Year: HBA gears up for 2012 Habitat for Humanity build

Happy New Year! I am honored to be serving as the HBA of F-M’s president for 2012. When I completed my term as president in 2010, it seemed to have flown by. Just when I had become somewhat comfortable in

that leadership role, the year was over and I was sad to see it end. It is exciting to have another term to help guide the Association’s priorities and shape our services to you, the member.

Our members continue to be extremely supportive of the HBA. This Association currently holds one of the highest member retention rates in the country. Thank you for your commitment. We hope to continue supporting you and your business through legislative advocacy, quality education opportunities and ways to market your business to consumers. Watch for a list of our priorities for 2012 in next month’s Plains Builder.

Do not hesitate to pick up the telephone and contact me with any concerns you may have. If there are issues we can help with or questions we can answer, I would like to know. You are the reason we exist, and we need to know what you need in these tougher economic times. We also welcome your participation in the HBA and hope you will consider joining a committee or participating in events this year.

Thank you to Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, for his enthusiasm, hard work and commitment last year. Tyrone was the spokesperson for our industry and had many challenging issues to deal with. His positive attitude is unstoppable and he brought good energy and laughter to our board meetings and other events. My goal is to continue the good work the Association is doing, build on the message that housing is good for our economy and keep reiterating that permanent flood protection is an absolute necessity for our future growth.

Home Builders Care BuildIn November, we announced exciting news that your

HBA, Home Builders Care Foundation and Remodelers Council are coming together to build a home with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity in the summer of 2012. It looks as though the home’s location will be at 902 27th St. N. in Fargo on a nice, 50’ x 140’ infill lot. We have already seen a preliminary floor plan and are excited to start planning and fundraising for our first-ever Habitat build!

We will need $60,000 in cash to complete the build. We will also need donations of materials, products and labor. Remember, Habitat homes are modest, so the materials used in construction and furnishing need to reflect that.

We know it is still early, but there are ways you can help prepare by giving cash donations (don’t forget to designate

your funds to be used for the Home Builders Care Build); participating in the Tour de Habitat bike race each March that raises funds for Habitat for Humanity; or by planning for in-kind donations of materials and labor. If you can help, contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

Also, there will be a lively fundraising event at the Jan. 5 New Year Celebration/General Membership Meeting: HBA staff and members will ride a stationary bike for cash donations to the build! As long as attendees keep donating, they have to keep peddling.

Congratulations to Eid, Koerselman on NDAB honor

The HBA has the honor of two of its members being named state Builder of the Year and Associate of the Year! Congratulations to Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc., and John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc., who were the North Dakota Association of Builders’ top honorees at its Annual Meeting in November in Bismarck. We appreciate everything that they both do for the Association, industry and community and applaud their achievements on the state level, too.

Important dates for 2012On a final note, important dates for this year include:• Feb. 24-26 – Red River Valley Home & Garden Show,

featuring architect John Gidding and master gardener William Moss. Both are HGTV hosts bringing great expertise in their fields.

• April 28-May 6 – Spring Parade of Homes• June 11 – HBA Golf Outing• Sept. 8-9, 15-16 – Fall Parade of Homes• Sept. 15-16 – Remodeled Home Tour• Sept. 29-30 – Fall Home Show (tentative)The Home & Garden show is fast approaching. Thanks

to all exhibitors, sponsors and volunteers who make it happen. The Forum is selling ads for the guide inserted in the newspaper Feb. 19. This is the official guide and is published in conjunction with the HBA. If you are an exhibitor, purchase an ad and help the HBA help YOU attract customers to your booth! Or if you are not yet an exhibitor and want to sign up, contact Alison at (701) 232-5846.

There are also a limited number of sponsorships open for the show that offer great promotional opportunities for your company through television, radio and print, depending on the level of sponsorship. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 if you are interested!

Mark Your Calendar!2012 Continuing Education Dates•MinnesotaContractorCE:Jan.18•Feb.1•ElectricalContractorCE:Jan.13•PowerLimitedTechnicianCE:March9

Registertoday:www.hbafm.com(701)232-5846•kirsten@hbafm.com

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 7

Thank you Salvation Army bell ringing volunteers!

Many HBA of F-M members took time to ring bells for the Salvation Army Dec. 12-14 at Hornbacher’s Southgate. Thank you for volunteering your time for such a great cause:• Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction; • Donna Berglund, AM Realtors; • Marc Bushee, Property Resources Group; • Devin Gaard, TCI Insurance; • Jessica Grondahl, Nodak Stores; • Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.; • Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc.; • Ken Krajsa, State Bank & Trust; • Kimberli Laasch, Bremer Bank, National Association; • Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc.; • Rob Lyngstad, Matrix Properties Corporation; • Larry Mayer, Solution Design, Inc.; • Scott Mollberg, Stenerson Lumber; • Amber Nefzger, Starion Financial; • Dan Parrow, ISR Homes; • Kami Pederson, Braaten Cabinets; • Dawn Schmitt, Braaten Cabinets; • Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company; • Shannon Stumpf, Cass County Electric Cooperative; • Jimmy Tehan, Krueger Construction; • Kim Tehan, Castle Realty; and • John Vastag, Perfect Temp.

Builders - Save the Date!Spring Parade of Homes:

April 28 - May 6Look for entry packets in February.

Entry deadline is March 1!

Booth space is available!

Alisonat(701)232-5846oralison@hbafm.com.

Showdates:Feb.24-26,2012Fargodome

2012 Plains Builder January8

Company Name BoothsA&TLandscaping...............................C90;C91ASoundEnvironment,LLC................. 72;73;74ABCSeamless......................367;368;369;370; 371;372;373;374;C66;C67AbsoluteLandscaping...................................226AccentContracting.............20;21;22;23;24;25ACMETOOLS............................... 282;283;284ACSSecuritySolutions.................................. C8AllFinishConcrete,Inc....................................45AmconBlock&Precast.................................153AmericanCustomDecks......................C78;C79AmericanFamilyInsurance...........................247AmericanFederalBank...................................81AndersonHardwoodFloorsLLC...................410AndersonHomes,Inc............................ 170;172ArcticAudio........................... C142;C143;C144AristaDevelopment.................................... C156B-DirtConstruction,LLC....................... 174;176BakerNurseryGardens............................. 47;49BarnesvilleEconomicDevelopmentAuthority. 175BarnesvilleHomesInc..........................C72;C73BasementTechnologiesofNorthDakota,Inc............................................. 213;215BergesonNursery........................................ C29Bernie’sWaterConditioning............................26BFJHomeBuildersInc..................................162BlueOxTimberFrames,Ltd......................... C35BremerBank,NationalAssociation...............438BudgetBlindsofFargo..................................383BuildingConcepts,Inc........................... 155;157CassCountyElectricCooperative............................ 262;263;264;265CassCountySoilConservationDistrict........ C71ChaseRealty......................................... 259;261ChrisHawleyArchitect..................................269CityofDilworth............................................. C14CityofFargo-ForestryDepartment............. C37CityofFargo-RecyclingServices............... C38CityofFrazee............................................... C18CityofKindred............................................ C168CoatingsUnlimitedLLC.............................. C126ColdwellBankerFirstRealty................. 191;193ComfortWorldWindows................................241CraneJohnsonLumberCompany............. 90;91CryoftheLoonArtGallery............ L19;L20;L21CulliganWaterConditioning...................... 88;89CurbDesign.....................................................36CurbXtrehm................................................. C22CutcoCutlery................................................ C52D&MIndustries,Inc............................. 435;436D&MRoofing&SidingCompany............. C107DakotaFence............................................ 50;52DakotaKitchen&Bath..................................201DakotaWallSystems,Inc..............................238DECKMASTERS................................. 34;35;39DesignDirection,Inc................................... C166DesignOneHomes,LLC.............................. C13DigitalMediaPlus,Inc............................... 86;87DIYWoodStudio.............................................L4DrainServices,Inc................................. 184;186DustBustersFurnance&DuctCleaning.... C130EarthloopofFosstonLLC..............................182EdgewoodVillageofFargo............................188EdwardJones................................................. C3ElectroWatchman,Inc...................................286Enercept,Inc.......................................... 384;386EnvironmentalAirSolutions..........................L32ExclusiveHomeProducts........................... C165

Company Name BoothsExecutiveMortgageCorporation.................... C5ExtremePanelTechnologies,Inc................ C118EZOpenGarageDoor,Inc.................... 414;416F.M.WaterSystems-Kinetico......................154FabricatorsSupply.........................................347FabricatorsUnlimited.....................................349FargoGlass&PaintCompany............. 301;302;303;304;305;306;307;308;309;310;311;312FargoImports............................................. C109FargoTractor.. 329,330A;330B,331;332,333A; 333B;334;335,336A;336B,337FergusonBath,Kitchen,&LightingShowroom..................................... 205;207;209FirstClassMortgageII,Inc............................189FirstInternationalBank&Trust........C151;C152FirstMortgageService,Inc............................224FlagsWestPinkInk.......................................216FloorCoveringsInternational.................... 32;33FMHome&Patio,Inc............................ 212;214FoamDR’sLLC.............................................278FoltzBuildings...............................................218GateCityBank.......................................... 42;43GraceElectric............................................... C31GraniteTransformations........................ 279;280GreatPlainsBrokerage-SanfordHealthPlan....................................................285GreenscapeCompaniesInc............................16GutterTopperofNorthDakota.......................239HankinsonCommunityDevelopmentCorporation,Inc............................................ C61HarmoniousArchitecture...............................L30HazelwoodEnterprisesLLC-Flagpoles.......L17HealingArtsChiropractic.............................. C94HeartofAmericaSales........................C27;C28HebronBrickSupply..............C101;C102;C103; C104;C105;C106HeritageHomes..........................338,339A;341, 342A;344,345AHighPlainsWater..........................................287HighPointHomes.......................................... C36HillsboroHospitality.......................................375HomarkHomesInc....................................... C19HomeHeating,Plumbing&A/C,Inc............. 270; 271;272;273;274;275;276HotSpringsSpas&FourSeasonSunrooms...............................................L38-L65InTheShades...............................................L13InnovativeBasementSystems&EgressWindows................................ 288;289;290;291InnovativeStoneDesign,LLC.......................227InSealationSolutionsLLC.............................L34InteriorAffairs................................................168InterstateSprayFoam,LLC...........................L15InvisibleFenceofFargoLLC.......................... C1JackChiversRealty.......................................300JordahlCustomHomes,Inc.................. 326;328JRConstruction........................................C6;C7Kensok’sHardwoodFloors,Inc............. 321;323KitchenSolvers...................................... 256;258KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc....................382LakeAgassizHabitatForHumanity............. C98LakeRegionalElectricCooperative....... 376;378LampertsLumber.................. 250;251;252;253Laney’s,Inc.................................... 432;433;434LemkeHomeImprovements,Inc......C140;C141LifeChiropracticCenter.............................. C155LindsayCrystalPureWater............................ C4LumberLiquidators................................ 228;230

Company Name BoothsLuxuryBathofFargo................................. 46;48M&ESales.........................C48;C49;C50;C84MarkEnterprises...........................................292MarvinWindows&Doors.391;392A;392B,393; 394,395A;395B,396;397,398A;398B,399MayvillePortlandEDC...................................219MerryMaids.................................................. C34MidwestFasteners...................................... C149MidwestGrinding,Inc....................................229MillCreekCustomCabinetry................. 348;350MiniISmartMassager.................................. C25MinnesotaStateCommunityandTechnicalCollege............................................19MinnesotaWarehouseFurniture&AmishGifts.......................................C121;C122MinnkotaWindows,Inc......................... 355;356; 357;358;359;360;361;362MonkeyBarsGarageStorage..... C10;C11;C12MortonBuildings...................................C62;C63MyPillow,Inc.................................................231NAINorthCentral................................345B,346NectaroftheVine..........................................277NelsonWindowCompany.................... 106;107; 108;109;110;111NicholsFamilyChiropractic.......................... C20NodakStores..........100;101;102;103;104;105Nor-Son,Inc........................................... 325;327NorthDakotaOneCall....................................41NorthernPlumbingSupply..............................82NorthernTurfManagement,Inc................. 37;38NorthlandTrussSystems,Inc........................202NorwexEnviroProducts............................. C128OasisPlantscapes...........................................83OlsonAwning&Canvas........................ 210;211OlsonPools&Spas.92;93;94;95;96;97;98;99OneHourHeating&AirConditioning............249OppConstruction................... 363;364;365;366OutdoorDesign&LivingGuide.................. C100OverheadDoorCompanyofFargo.............. C83PacificSoundandVideo........ 158;159;160;161ParkCo.Realtors................................... 246;248PartyliteGifts................................................ C16PaulBunyanTreeService...................... 266;268PaulaRaeHomes&Gardens,Inc.............. C167PellaWindows&Doors......... 220;221;222;223PrairieSupply,Inc......................................... C87PrecisionConcreteCutters................... 120;121; 122;123;124;125;126;127PremierGarageTailoredLiving.....................146PremiumDecks.............................................203Price-RiteHomeImprovements,Inc......... .51;53PropertyResourcesGroup.................... 150;152PrudentialPremierRealEstate.....................236QualityCabinets,Inc.........................C116;C117QualityConcrete,Inc.....................................113RainbowPlaySystemsofNorthDakota.............. 58B,59;61B,62;64B,65RE/MAXRealty1................................... 206;208RealDealsonHomeDecor........................ C125RedRiverGlazing,Inc................... 294;296;298ReviveSales........................................... C64;L2

Coupons and 2-for-1Get a $1-off admission coupon in the

show guide Feb. 19, or download it at www.hbafm.com after Feb. 20. Show guides will run in The Forum Feb. 19 and will be available at all Hornbacher’s starting Feb. 20.

2-for-1 admission is back! Friday from 3-5 p.m., Saturday 9-11 a.m., and Sunday 3-5 p.m. ($1-off admission coupon is not valid during this time.)

Exhibitors con’t on next pg

Feb. 24-26, 2012

Fargodome

*as of 12/20/11

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 9

Two HGTV show hosts featured at the 51st Home & Garden ShowCurb Appeal: The Block host and designer John Gidding, Dig In host and gardener William Moss by Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

Red River Valley Home & Garden Show organizers are excited to bring in two top-notch speakers giving seminars on design, curb appeal and gardening. John Gidding and William Moss are both hosts of HGTV shows and have been helping homeowners for years. Attendees will take away great tips

and ideas on how to spruce up their homes’ curb appeal, garden in our extreme climate and start a garden of any size. Spring won’t come soon enough as attendees will have ideas for projects as soon as weather permits!

Gidding is the host and designer on HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block and has experience in residential, commercial and landscape architecture as well as urban and graphic design. His specialty is in the creation of sculptural interior architecture. Gidding also founded his own company, John Gidding Design, Inc., in New York City and has a second office in Atlanta. His first seminar will share behind-the-scenes dish from fan-favorite projects – from hidden obstacles, to money-saving tips and more! His second seminar will provide tips for improving a home’s curb appeal and include many of his tried-and-true tricks he’s seen and/or used over his years of experience.

Moss is the host and gardener on HGTV’s Dig In and has been coined the Gardener Boss for his in-depth knowledge and sound advice. He uses his landscaping know-how to engage, educate and entertain audiences and has helped homeowners tackle landscape projects resulting in dramatic transformations. Moss has completed the Chicagoland Master Gardeners program and is also a horticultural educator for the Chicago Botanic Garden working with youth programs, adult continuing education courses, and school gardens. His first seminar will leave you with tips and tricks for growing fruits and veggies, plus knowledge on choosing the best plants and varieties for your area. His second seminar will give you the top food and flower plants for container-growing along with the tried-and-true techniques to make it a success.

The Home & Garden Show will be Feb. 24-26 at the Fargodome. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com for information on exhibiting. For sponsorship details, contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

Accent Kitchen & Bath is the show’s platinum sponsor, offering kitchen and bath seminars for consumers. Features for children include The Home Depot’s Kids Workshop and a professionally managed playground for children while parents shop.

Education Opportunity for exhibitors “Take Your Home Show Booth or Parade Home over the Top in 2012”. See back cover for details. Check out the complete Home & Garden Show seminar schedule on page 27.

Maximize your Home Show marketing opportunities!Advertise in the official show

guide published by The Forum. Inserted in the Sunday, Feb. 19, edition, all Hornbacher’s locations and available at the show, this is the only guide published in conjunction with the HBA of F-M. Ad deadline is Jan. 20. Contact Alicia Marcella, The Forum, at (701) 241-5496 for more details.

Company Name BoothsRigels,Inc.............................. 293;295;297;299RonHolstromAntiqueFloors&More............317RoseCreekDesign.................................... C137RuscoWindowCompany...... 351;352;353;354Ryan’sRusticRailings&Furniture,Inc..........L10SanfordHealthCareAccessories..........C23;C24Scentsy....................................................... C120SculpturebyDesign.............................. 149;151SelectComfortStore........................... 131,132ASensibleSecurity.......................................... C65Shaklee....................................................... C164SignatureLandscapesInc..................... 179;181SimonsonLumber......................... 385;387;389SisterswithJewels.................................... L5;L6SiteOnSound,Inc................... 401B,402;404B, 405;407B,408SmartSpaces,Inc...........................................44SmartRoomsofNorthDakota.......................322StahlArchitects&Builders....... 54,55A;57,58AStarionFinancial............................................112StateBank&Trust............................C157;C158SteamMastersCarpetCare..........................381SteamaticoftheRedRiverValley.................147StoneCountertopOutlet........................ 388;390StructuralMaterials,Inc.... 141B,142;144B,145StudstoRugs,Inc.........................................260SunCompanies..................... C124;C135;C136SuperiorSteamCleaningandRestoration............................................ 314;316SwensonMasonry.........................................320SyndicateSalesCorporation........... 281;80;L33T&SCustomHomes,Inc...............................40TastefullySimple......................................... C153TerryEgganConsultingLLC...........................85TheHomeDepot................................... 413;415Thermo-TechWindows.......................... 232;234TomahawkLog&CountryHomes,Inc.. 313;315Town&CountryCreditUnion....................... C92Town&CountryRealty.......................... 233;235TubsofFun!TheFamilyRecreationSuperstore!..... 339B,340;342B,343TCIInsurance............................................... C21TurtleShellStainedGlass.............................409TwinCityGarageDoor,Inc............ 195;197;199TwinCitySharpening,Inc..............................319USBank......................................................... C9ValleyCentralVacuum...................................240ValleyLights.......................................... 116;118ValleyMortgage............................................ C15WatkinsProducts........................................ C163WellnessSolutions....................................... C60WesternProducts,Inc...163;165;167;169;171; 173;190;192;194;196;198; 200;C40;C41;C42;C43;C44;C45WesternStateBank.................................... C146WindowsPlus,Inc................. 242;243;244;245XcelEnergy...................................................255

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2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 11

Public Issues Report of Area AffairsMeet Your Elected Official: Cass County Commissioner Scott Wagner

What issues have been most important to you as a commissioner and what is being done to address them?

The first is to meet the challenges of fighting record flooding and the need to secure permanent flood control. As a member of the Diversion Authority Board, I’m working with representatives from six political subdivisions from North Dakota and Minnesota to secure authorization and funding for the Red River Diversion.

Secondly, I’ve been helping to lead efforts to preserve local control, keeping local government in the hands of local citizens and the people they elect locally. As president of the North Dakota County Commissioners Association in 2007, I helped lead the effort to keep budget authority at the local level. Currently, I am helping to educate the public on the effects of Measure 2, the property tax elimination measure.

Lastly, with record population growth over the past 20 years, Cass County Government has had to tackle many capital infrastructure projects. As chairman of the Cass County Building Committee, I’ve helped lead efforts to deal with these needs including the new west addition, which is a 70,000-square-foot addition to the 1904

Scott WagnerCassCountyCommissioner

Elected Official con’t on pg 29

NDAB holds annual meeting in BismarckBoard votes to oppose Measure #2by Rocky Schneider, Public Affairs Coordinator

The North Dakota Association of Builders held its annual meeting in Bismarck in November. Joining the board meeting as special guest speakers were N.D. Governor Jack Dalrymple, U.S. Representative Rick Berg, N.D. Secretary of State Al Jaeger, USDA Rural Development Director Jasper Schneider and Mike Anderson from the N.D. Housing Finance Agency.

As a part of the meeting, a new president and slate of directors were chosen to represent the Association for the coming year. Congratulations to the following 2012 NDAB directors: Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings who will serve as first vice president; John Gunkelman who will serve as state representative; Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes who will serve as Build-PAC trustee; Ken Krajsa, State Bank & Trust, who will serve as Associate National Director; and to the other directors: Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC; Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, and Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc..

Vote NO on Measure #2The NDAB took a firm position to oppose a

constitutional measure to abolish property taxes that will be voted upon on June 12, 2012. The measure, known as Measure #2, would abolish property taxes as a means of taxation. The main problem with the measure is that it offers no solutions, only a path to more broken government. While property taxes may not be popular,

Builders – Make sure to file for the new property tax exemption by Feb. 1

Builders qualify for $150,000 off the property tax valuation of their homes under construction in Fargo and West Fargo thanks to recent legislation passed in North Dakota and approved by the City Commissions.What you need to know:

• Builders must file for exemption by Feb. 1 or will miss out on the chance.

• Exemption is limited to only five properties picked at the beginning of the year. The list does not rotate.

• Exemption is worth $150,000 off the valuation of the structure and does not include the value of the land.

• Exemptions last for the taxable year after construction starts and one year after, up until the home is sold and/or occupied.

City contact information for applications and questions on the exemption:

CityofFargoAssessor–(701)241-1340CityofWestFargoAssessor–(701)433-5340

2012 Dues Deductibility Statement

2012 dues payments to the HBA of F-M are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, dues payments may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, subject to an exclusion for lobbying activity. Because a portion of your dues is used for lobbying by NAHB, NDAB and HBA of F-M, the following portion is not deductible for:

• BuilderandAssociatemembers: 13.16 percent of the total dues or $59.22;

• RemodelersCouncilmembers:14.14 percent of the total dues or $7.07; and

• Affiliatemembers:10.23 percent of the total dues or $3.07.

NDAB meeting con’t on pg 37

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President’s Message

It’s my honor to serve as your state president for 2012, and I look forward to visiting the local Associations during my term. Please feel free to provide input to me and your local Association board members — we are working to serve members’ needs and want to hear from all of you.

The appraisal issue is of key importance to our association, and we work closely with other housing partners in an effort to make sure appraisals are fair. Legislation during the past session has set in motion several reforms that we believe will make improvements to the process.

Here is some information from National Association of Home Builders on appraisals from a national perspective:

Flawed appraisals preventing home salesOne out of three builders are reporting losing signed

sales contracts during the preceding six months because appraisals on their homes are less than the contract sales price, according to a recent nationwide survey conducted by the NAHB.

It is too common, due to faulty appraisal practices, for brand new homes with appliances and interior upgrades to be compared to distressed properties that have been sitting vacant and in disrepair. The result, in many cases has been that the new house is appraised at less than the cost of construction.

The NAHB survey data confirms this, where a full 60 percent of respondents reported they were experiencing appraisals coming in below their contract sales price.

Of those reporting that they had encountered this problem, 53 percent said the appraisal amount was actually less than the cost of building the home.

These appraisal practices are a major contributing factor to the current acquisition, development and construction (AD&C) lending crisis that has choked off credit for home builders and threatens to prolong the current housing downturn.

Falling appraised values for land and subdivisions under development have led some financial institutions to stop lending to developers and builders, to demand additional equity and even to call performing loans.

Housing incentive fund enhanced

During the special session of the Legislature, $11 million was added to the North Dakota Housing Incentive Fund (HIF). The fund is a means for developing affordable multifamily housing by incentivizing private investment.

It’s capitalized by contributions from state income and financial

institution taxpayers. Contributors receive a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit that may be fully claimed in the year their contribution is made to the fund. Contributors can target their contributions to a specific project, community or area so their funds support their community needs. Priority is given to projects that create units for low- to moderate-income households and in areas of the state that demonstrate an unmet housing need or shortage.

“North Dakotans can now have a say in how their state tax dollars are spent,” said Mike Anderson, NDHFA executive director.

“There is a critical need for rental units in our energy and disaster impacted communities. Gaps in financing are slowing down construction and keeping good projects from being built.”

Once a contribution is received, NDHFA issues a tax credit certificate to the contributor and the North Dakota Office of the Tax Commissioner. The credits can be fully claimed in the year that the contribution is made, or if a taxpayer can’t use his or her entire credit the first year, it may be carried forward for up to ten tax years.

“Contributions made before Dec. 31 can be taken on 2011 returns, and those dollars will support construction next spring,” said Jolene Kline, NDHFA planning and housing development division director.

As the fund administrator, NDHFA is authorized to accept contributions to the fund up to $15 million. The fund is to be capitalized solely by state income and financial institution taxpayers.

More information on the HIF is available at www.ndhousingincentivefund.org or by contacting Jolene Kline at (701) 328-8080 or (800) 292-8621.

News from the North Dakota Association of Builders

Eddy MitzelNDABPresident

Doreen RiedmanNDABExecutiveOfficer

2012 IBS state reception

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NorthDakotansattheInternationalBuildersShowinOrlando,Florida,Feb.8-11,2012.TheNorthDakotaStateReceptionwillbeheldFeb.8attheRosenCentreHotel.InvitationswillbesenttoallregistrantsfromNorthDakota—pleaseplantoattend!RegisterwithSandyattheNDABofficeatsandy@ndbuild.com.

Building Radon-Resistant HomesLunch & Learn, Jan. 11

This 90-minute webinar will be available in each local association area. Get your North Dakota Professional Builder education credits AND learn about this cost-efficient technique to market your homes! Call (701) 232-5846 to register, or email kirsten@hbafm.com.

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News from around the state...amonthlybriefingfromtheNDAssociationofBuilders

onnewsfromeachlocalassociation

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association • (701) 222-2400Roxy Jacobson, Executive Officer • www.bmhba.com• The Annual Banquet is scheduled for Jan. 19 at the Seven Seas. We will

be inducting our new 2012 board of Directors and all the 2011 year-in-the-making awards.

Dickinson Area Builders Association • (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer, Executive Officer • www.dickinsonareabuilders.com• Dickinson Area Builders held the Annual Christmas Party & Gift Exchange

Dec. 14 at Lady J’s Club & Catering. It was a very enjoyable evening.• Home Show plans are moving along. We are close to being sold out.• We are asking our out-of-town exhibitors to book motel space early. Space is

very limited in spite of the many motels being built and ready for occupancy.• Our speaker for the January meeting at the Eagles Club will be N.D. Sen.

George Nodland. Forx Builders Association • (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald, Executive Officer • www.forxbuilders.com• We had a great turnout for our December Builders after Hours hosted by

Keith’s Security World with food provided by the Membership Committee.• At the Jan. 24 General Membership Meeting we will have the Installation of

the Board of Directors for 2012. This will be at the Grand Forks Country Club.• Feb. 8 will be our annual Contractor’s Education Day to be held at the Ramada

Inn.• ACME Electric will sponsor the February Builders after Hours at its store.

Minot Association of Builders • (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer • www.minotab.com• Final internet connections were made Dec. 12th at the new MAB office.

Move-in has begun! It is an awesome place and we thank Real Builders for providing us with this amazing new home! We feel like we can finally start fresh and leave behind us the emotional and physical trauma of being evacuated and flooded at our old location. It was home to MAB for over 12 years and we will miss it but feel overjoyed to have this opportunity to continue our mission at the new location.

• The annual holiday open house was held Dec.16 at our new office. We were excited to show off our new digs!

• February GMM will be hosted by Northwest Contracting at their new home on 20th Ave. SW on Feb 21.

Williston Area Builders Association • (701) 572-4722 Tina Hanson, Executive Officer • www.willistonbuilders.com• Our Home Show is set for March 30-31 at the Raymond Family Community

Center. We had a great first home show in 2011, and we’re looking to expand our next one.

NDAB Member Rebate Program

This exciting North Dakota Association of Builders program will actually put money back into your pocket! The country’s leading manufacturers pay rebates as their way of thanking our members for their product loyalty. You may already be using many of these products, so why not get paid a rebate for something you’re already doing? This program is just another example of how being a NDAB member helps your company be more profitable. Both builders and remodelers, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program and are encouraged to participate. Please note: This program is only available to current NDAB Members (HBA of F-M members are NDAB members).

1. Registeronline(onetime)atwww.hbarebates.com/ndab.html.

2. Eachquarter,submitthecurrentrebateclaimformincludingcompletedhomes,remodelingprojectsand/ormulti-familyunits.

“We have been very happy with the program so far. The process to submit claims is very easy. If we have questions, NDAB responds very promptly. The rebate we received back was definitely worth the amount of time we spent applying. A lot of people should be able to take advantage of this program since there are numerous companies and products that offer rebates through NDAB.”

-SuzieRohde,assistantcontroller/projectmanageratJordahlCustomHomes,Inc.

Appreciation sent from Minot Association of Builders...

Thank you for the generous donation to our Association. It will be put to good use for the benefit of our membership. We are now moving into our

new office and ready to resume our activities. Thank you, Phil Olstad, President, and Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer

The HBA donated funds to MAB last fall to help its members rebuild from flooding.

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News from the Builders Association of Minnesota

Local Associations make it happen

The Builders Association of Minnesota is here for you all year long; advocating at the Capitol, acting as a connection to government and fighting issues on your behalf. Your local association represents you and where you live and work. And once a year, each local Association has a chance to show a little “local color” by attending the BAM Annual Convention. Attendance means a chance to represent, meet the other local Associations and have fun.

The BAM Convention brings together the statewide home building industry including Builders, remodelers, architects, interior designers and Associates to meet, learn and celebrate. Come hear from industry experts about trends and strategy, see what your competition, vendors and clients are up to. Strengthen your relationship with the Association that is working for your interests every day of the year. Improve relations through networking and share your opinions.

From the awards and keynote speaker, to the food and the band, if you’ve been to the Convention you know it’s the year’s biggest event. If you haven’t been, what are you waiting for?

Two days. Three times the fun! BAM is partnering with the Builders Association of the

Twin Cities (BATC) to bring you three great events in two days. Day one is BATC’s Minnesota Builders Show AND the joint BAM/BATC CASINO NIGHT.

Day two brings you BAM’s statewide Convention, with the annual meeting, keynote speaker, awards banquet and dance with a live band. The theme for all three events is Mardi Gras. Sure you’re recovering from the holidays now, but come February you’ll be ready for a break from the winter. Come party with your peers and join the fun!

Registration is now open. Check out the Early Bird Rates at www.mnbuildersshow.com.

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2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 15

News from the National Association of Home BuildersHome builders still supporting communities, despite downturn

During the holidays, many Americans pause to reflect on the year that is coming to an end. There was no relief in 2011 for the home building industry, which has been dev-astated by the economic downturn. Thousands of builders went out of business and many others continue to struggle to make ends meet on a daily basis. Yet home builders around the country are still putting aside their challenges to help less fortunate members of their communities.

“Home builders are making extraordinary sacrifices as they try to survive the ongoing economic downturn, and yet their generous spirit continues to shine in selfless acts of charity every day across the country,” said Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders and a home builder from Reno, Nev. “NAHB’s members are doing everything in their power to help others and preserve the American Dream of homeownership for those who are less fortunate.”

Despite Florida being extremely hard-hit by the down-turn – it is among the states with the highest foreclosure rates in the country – home builder members of the Lee Building Industry Association in Fort Myers completed 33 charity projects in 2011. The projects included six major home renovations, four wheelchair ramps, six handicap accessibility bathroom renovations and other emergency construction services worth a total of more than $600,000.

“Home builders’ businesses have been suffering for years, but as long as we are physically able to help others who can’t help themselves, we will be out there giving back to this community,” said Bob Bassett, board president of Lee BIA Builders Care.

Kelly Watson, owner of Bluestone Building in Birming-ham, Ala., felt compelled to help a family whose home was destroyed by a tornado in April when he read in the local paper that the family was still trying to find a way to rebuild in August.

“When I read that the mother, who has multiple sclero-sis, was going to have to be her own contractor, I thought it was another disaster just waiting to happen,” Watson said. He recruited volunteers and support from local and national

organizations and provided the Burchfield family with a 1,600-square-foot three-bedroom accessible universal design home with a tornado-resistant safe room a few days before Thanksgiving.

When Dan Steurer and Kelly Stephens asked fellow members of the Southern Utah Home Builders Associa-tion to give what they could to help remodel and build a 2,200-square-foot expansion of the Doctors’ Volunteer Clinic in St. George, Utah, nearly 200 companies respond-ed. The clinic, which was originally built by members of the SUHBA 10 years ago, provides medical care to low income and uninsured people in the community, and pa-tients were being seen in storage closets and hallways due to overwhelming demand for services.

“For those in our industry to have given so much to build something that blesses so many at such a difficult time economically is an inspiration to us all,” said Steurer, a home builder and co-owner of Sunwest Development in St. George, Utah.

Home builders aren’t limiting their generosity to their own communities. Rutland, Mass., home builder Len Gengel has spent 22 weeks in Haiti this year building an orphanage that will house more than 60 children and staff to care for them.

Gengel and his wife founded “Be Like Brit,” a 501(c)3 charity (BeLikeBrit.org), after his daughter Britney and five others from Lynn University were killed during the January 2010 Haiti earthquake just one day after they arrived on a humanitarian mission. Due to the severely limited resources on the island, Gengel had to bring in even the simplest con-struction materials by ship or make them on site.

“On my last trip I checked eight hockey bags full of electrical supplies as luggage on the plane just so we could do the wiring,” said Gengel. “But two years after the earth-quake there are still Haitians living in tents, so if we have to do it one cement block at a time, we will give these orphans an environment where they can grow, learn and thrive.”

Each year, the home building industry contributes mil-lions of dollars in cash, building materials, supplies, and countless volunteer hours to community charities through local community service projects.

To learn more about how NAHB members support their communities across the country, go to www.nahb.org/homebuilderscare.

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HBA Past President Don Barnum remembered for his upbeat attitude, sincere personalityby Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Many of the words Don Barnum’s friends and former business associates use to describe him are the same: positive, sincere, caring, personable and committed. Barnum passed away Nov. 13 and left behind a long legacy of involvement and support for the building industry.

Barnum’s building-industry involvement began in 1978, when he and brother-in-law, Gerald Beyers, created ABC Seamless. Barnum served as secretary-treasurer and general manager until 1992, when he sold his share of the business due to poor health.

While working for ABC Seamless, Barnum became involved in HBA of F-M activities and was named to the HBA board of directors. He served as president of the local board in 1984 was also a director on the North Dakota Association of Builders and National Association of Builders for several years. Barnum received the HBA’s Builder of the Year award in 1984 and was recognized with NAHB’s Grand Spike Award for recruiting over 150 lifetime members.

John Mahan, Mahan Construction, is an HBA past president and NAHB Life Director. He served with Barnum on the HBA board of directors, NDAB board of directors and on the NAHB board of directors.

“We traveled together a lot with the state and national meetings we were involved in, and I have many good memories,” he says. “Don cared about others, donating his time and giving 100 percent to whatever cause he was involved in.”

Mahan kept in touch with Barnum over the years and visited him many times in the hospital when he was facing health challenges.

“He always had a positive attitude,” Mahan says. “Even when he was sick, he would enjoy reminiscing about the past and we had good visits. Don was always Don. He was the same person at the end of his life as the day I met him.

He was sincere… a good father, husband and friend.”Charlie Funfar, Funfar Construction, was a friend of

Barnum’s and a business associate with ABC Seamless in the 1980s and 1990s. He remembers that strong commitment to the HBA and credits Barnum with encouraging him to become more involved. Funfar served

as HBA president in 1987.Funfar notes that Barnum

was a major factor in the HBA building its office on 32nd Ave. S. in Fargo in 1991-1992. ABC Seamless and many other HBA members donated a lot of time and materials to the project. Barnum was also very involved in growing and expanding the Home & Garden Show as well as the Parade of Homes.

Barnum’s wife, Evonne, speaks fondly of his HBA involvement as well.

“Don’s association with the HBA was a very special part of his life. He enjoyed his years of service and made many long-lasting friendships,” she says.

In the last 10 years, Barnum looked forward to the camaraderie of the HBA’s Past Presidents Council and General Membership Meetings when his health allowed.

Funfar says, “Don and his wife, Evonne, are just all-around good people. Don was always upbeat and worked so well with people. He influenced those who worked for him and around him to do a better job and have a great work ethic just because of the positive attitude he had about things.”

Barnum was born Sept. 7, 1941, in Breckenridge, Minn. The youngest child of Hilda (Ehlert) and Milburn Barnum, he lived his young life with his family north of Breckenridge. Barnum attended country grade school and graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1959. He farmed with his father and spent part of his summers custom combining in the Midwest. He attended North Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton, N.D., graduating with an associate’s degree in marketing in 1971. He graduated in 1975, from Moorhead State University, Cum Laude, with a bachelor’s degree in marketing education.

Barnum married Evonne Kurtz of Breckenridge on August 28, 1961, at St. Mary’s Church, Breckenridge. The couple had three children. From 1959-1970, Barnum was self-employed, farming in Breckenridge, along with owning and operating a service station from 1959-1963, and co-owning and operating a pizza shop in Breckenridge from 1964-1968. In 1971, the couple moved with their family to Moorhead, MN, where Don worked for Overvold Motors and with Beyers in the landscaping business. In 1978, Barnum and Beyers created ABC Seamless.

DonBarnumispicturedmakingphonecallsforfundraisingaspartofhisleadershiprole

intheHBAofF-Minthe1980s.

BarnumreceivedtheHBAofF-M’sBuilderoftheYearandservedaspresidentin1984.

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 17

Judges appear to oppose NAHB arguments to reinstate ‘opt out’ provision in Lead Paint RuleNov.14,2011 - Efforts to reinstate

the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule’s “opt-out” provision - which allowed remodelers working in homes built before 1978 to disregard more expensive work practices in cases where there were no children living in the home and the owner gave permission - may have to wait for a new Administration.

On Nov. 1, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit heard arguments from the National Association of Home Builders and the EPA on the agency’s recent removal of the opt-out provision from the lead rule.

A central issue tackled by the court was whether the agency had contradicted the findings of its earlier scientific research by revising the rule.

In taking a look at the issue, one judge appeared to side with the EPA.

The EPA’s decision to remove the opt-out provision was a way of making the existing regulation “safer, more effective and more reliable” and a way to “protect people that would not be protected under the opt-out rule,” said Judge Merrick Garland, one of the appeals court’s three Justices presiding over the oral arguments.

The judge suggested that the Obama Administration had the right to discontinue the opt-out provision even if the previous Administration thought it should be included in the rule.

That would give a future Administration the ability to restore the opt-out provision.

NAHB noted that the law does not cover home owners who elect to do the work themselves - effectively ignoring about half of the nation’s renovation jobs.

“Congress specifically decided to exclude a huge segment of renovation activities: the whole category of

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However, the judges seemed to place little importance on this omission.

The court will discuss the briefs and oral arguments before presenting its decision at a later date.

“I’m glad we got our day in court, but it’s still clear to me that the opt-out provision was removed without carefully considering the consequences,” said NAHB Remodelers Chair Bob Peterson.

“We’ll continue our outreach to help our members comply with the law even as we continue to advocate for a just and equitable regulation,” he said.

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Did you know?• Buildingandremodelingfirmsmusthaveone

ormorecertifiedrenovatorsassignedtoeachjobwherepaintisdisturbedinhomesbuiltin1978orearlier.Eighthoursoftrainingisrequiredtobecomea“certifiedrenovator.”

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2012 Plains Builder January18

Builders: Parade of Homes entry deadline is March 1

If you are planning to participate in the 52nd Spring Parade of Homes April 28 – May 6, be sure to get new model homes ready now! The HBA of F-M is working with BuilderFusion again to produce a high-quality publication.

The success of the Parade depends on your support!

Publication Highlights:Deadlines

• March 1, all registration items are due.• Look for Parade registration packets in January.

Classy look• Full-color magazine.• High-gloss finish and UV coating on magazine cover

to protect them from weather and keep them looking great.

• Each home will receive a half page dedicated to a description.

• 3-D color, computer-generated renderings with an optional floor plan.

• Builders still have opportunities to proof their home description pages.

Technological advances, better maps• All entries will be submitted via computer.• Clear and detailed Parade maps made to scale and easy

to understand.• Builders can view maps in advance to make

suggestions or corrections.• Online Web magazine allows consumers to browse

homes, view maps and look for Builders.• Dedicated, interactive Parade website for the HBA’s

Parade of Homes. • Personalized Web access for each home description.• Parade information stays active until the next Parade

begins.

Great media campaign• Radio, TV, print and other ads will promote the Parade,

the publication and the Parade website.• Hornbacher’s will distribute the Parade magazine at all

of its locations.Parade rules

A home may be occupied by the builder provided it was completed after Jan. 1, 2011. Homes may be entered in four consecutive Parade of Homes after the home was completed. Any new home that has never been occupied by a consumer and was built after Sept. 1, 2010, may be entered in the Parade of Homes. ANY new home that has never been lived in by a consumer AND is less than two years old is eligible for the 2012 Spring Parade.

• Builders must include their contractor’s license with the Parade registration.

• Builders only must sign the paperwork to submit home entries for the parade.

• Builders must submit full-color renderings of each home model. If the builder does not have access to these services, BuilderFusion can assist in creating a full-color rendering at a fee of $300 per model.

• No late entries will be accepted and no late fees will be assessed.

• Only completed homes may be open during the Parade.Check out examples of previous Parade websites!

• See www.northdakotabuild.com and click on samples of the 2011 Fall Parade of Homes website.

Look what you get for your entry fee!• $750 plus refundable $105 sign deposit.• $650 for each additional home plus $105 sign deposit.

What you get in return:• Half-page color ad in glossy magazine - 7,500 copies

printed and distributed.• Home listing that goes into Sunday issue of The

Forum.• Radio ads running prior to and during event.• TV ads running before and during event.• Parade of Homes website listing each home including

rendering, price and description.• Online magazine you can email to your customers.• Forum banner ad online at www.inforum.com.• Ads placed in

The Forum, Area Woman and Inspired Home

magazine promoting the event prior to the date.• Hundreds of consumers entering your homes in a

nine-day event.Compare to other ad options:

• You place a half-page color ad in a local glossy magazine - at least $1,000+.

• Insert into Sunday edition of Fargo Forum - $3,500+• Radio ads promoting an open house - $3,000+ (not

including production, voicing, etc).• Television ads promoting an open house - $5,000+

(not including production, voicing, actors, etc.).• Individual website promoting your home

listing - $hundreds• Magazine you can email to your clients - $hundreds.• Forum banner ad online - $2,700+.• Placing ads in all local magazines and newspaper – at

least $2,500.• Your own open house might result in a handful of

customers...

Congratulations to Eid-Co Homes! For returning the 2011 Fall Parade of Homes survey they were drawn

to receive $200 off one 2011 Spring Parade of Homes entry!

The choice is easy:Parade of Homes gives you the most bang for your buck!

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 19

HBA thanks outgoing directors

A big thanks to Bill Blixt, Western Products, Inc.; Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.; and Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc., for their time on the HBA of F-M Board of Directors. Atkins and Eid served six years, and Blixt served seven years. They received plaques at the Dec. 13 meeting for their dedication and commitment to the HBA board and the mission of the Association.

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January 5 • Holiday Inn • 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

New Year Celebration & Installation

HBA of F-M General Membership Meetings

Come for a fun, festive atmosphere over the lunch hour, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Holiday Inn of Fargo.

Join us for a buffet lunch as we install the 2012 HBA Board of Directors and HBC Board of Trustees and their presidents; present the Extra Mile Award for 2011 and recognize our PAC contributors.

Don’t miss it!HBA members and staff will ride stationary bikes for the HBA’s upcoming

Home Builders Care Build for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. As long as attendees keep the cash donations coming, they will have to keep peddling!

Menu:Baked ham buffet, salad, potato, vegetable, rolls and beverageCost: $20 pre-registered; $22 walk-ins

Register by 4 p.m. Jan. 3 – Cancel by noon Jan. 4 or you will be billed. Sign up online at www.hbafm.com. Click on “Calendar,” then Jan. GMM to register. Or you may also call (701) 232-5846, email info@hbafm.com or fax (701) 280-1108.

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Feb. GMM ‘Chilly’ Cook-OffWarm up with the HBA and bring your competitive edgeby Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M will be holding its 3rd Annual “Chilly” Cook-Off from 5 - 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at Fabricators Unlimited in downtown Fargo (828 NP Ave. N., Fargo). This event is entirely a social networking event with a little competition included. This is a fun-“filled” event and you won’t be leaving hungry. If you do, it’s your own fault!Want to enter a chili? It’s only $20!

We want to taste your top-secret, award-winning chili and give you a chance to win the People’s Choice award! The winner will receive a grand prize valued at over $100 on behalf of the event sponsor, Fabricators Unlimited. What a great reason to invite your co-workers to join us! Please read the rules and guidelines on the next page before filling out the registration form included as an insert in this issue. Costs are listed below. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com with any questions.Want to be a taste-tester – only $12 and two free drink tickets!

If you don’t consider yourself chef quality, we still want you to taste! Join fellow members as the taste-testers who are also the judges. Taste all the chilis and enter your favorites to win the People’s Choice award. Register now!

Sign up online at www.hbafm.com. Click on “Calendar,” then Feb. GMM to register. You may also call (701) 232-5846, email info@hbafm.com or fax (701) 280-1108.Chilientrycost: $20 per team (up to

three teammates). Teams members will not be charged the GMM fee.Taste-testercost: $12 pre-registered;

$20 walk-ins.Register by 4 p.m. Feb. 7 to enter a

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2012 Plains Builder January22

Health Plan Management Committee welcomes new leaders, thanks outgoing trustees

The Health Plan Management Committee welcomed Barb Grande, Coldwell Banker First Realty, as 2012-2013 chair. Reed Stigen, Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc., passed the gavel Dec.15. Rob Lyngstad, Matrix Properties Corporation, was named 2012-2013 secretary.

During its meeting, the committee also thanked Ryan Hoss, Baker Nursery Gardens, and Bob Footitt, Sr., Bob Footitt Construction Inc., for their time and dedication to the committee. Hoss served nine years and Footitt served ten.

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‘Chilly’ Cook-Off Rules and Guidelines1. Teamsmayconsistofthreeindividuals.

2. Onlyonerecipeperteam.

3. Chilimustbehomemade(fromscratch),preparedoff-siteandbroughttovenueinacrockpotorroaster!Please,nochilimixesormixeswithpre-measuredspices.Sanitarypreparationisappreciated.Teammustbringtheirownelectricalcord.

4. Chilimustbereadytobeservedat5p.m.Teamscanarriveat4p.m.tosetup.

5. Entrantsareencouragedtocreateauniquenamefortheirchili.

6. Bowls,spoons,ladles,napkins,allthefixin’s(sourcream,onions,cheese,crackers,chips),punchanddessertwillbeprovidedbytheHBA.

7. Allattendeeswillreceivetwodrinktickets.Youmayalsobringyourownbeverage,butnoglassplease!

8. AllattendeeswillbeprovidedwithjudgingcriteriaandwillbeallowedtovoteforthePeople’sChoiceaward.

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2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 23

Meet Your Parade of Homes Chairby Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Robin Swanson, an agent at Superior Insurance Agency, has been involved with the HBA of F-M’s Parade of Homes Committee for four years and became chairperson for 2012. Her favorite part of participating on the committee is getting to know her fellow HBA members and

becoming more acquainted with builders who participate with the Parade.

“The committee is an awesome group of people with whom to work!” she says.

Swanson has always enjoyed touring homes, looking at floor plans and experiencing different types of homes, so the Parade of Homes Committee and event appealed to her when she was considering becoming active on an HBA committee.

“The Parade event impacts so many HBA members, from Realtors to trade contractors, to builders, to attendees, it is an important event for our economy and our community,” she says. “We want to do a good job of representing the HBA members.”

Currently, the Parade of Homes Committee is helping the Remodelers Council plan a new event for 2012; it is called the Remodeled Home Tour which will be tied in with the Fall Parade of Homes. Its members are also considering updates to the Horizon Awards process and May General Membership Meeting that celebrates each spring Parade.

In her spare time, Swanson enjoys golf, cooking and entertaining. Her daughter attends school in Idaho and her son is enrolled at the University of North Dakota. She is a Rotarian, is an affiliate member of the F-M Area Association of Realtors and is involved in other networking groups.

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HUD regional administrator tours Crossroadsby Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

On Friday, Dec. 2, Housing and Urban Development Regional Administrator Rick Garcia, visited the Fargo Housing & Redevelopment Authority’s property, Crossroads Senior Living Community.

During Garcia’s visit, he toured both the Crossroads project and the 16th Street Townhomes. Garcia discussed the affordable housing options Fargo was giving its senior residents through HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and how partnerships like these also created construction jobs for the area.

Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker spoke about the importance of such facilities to the community and how Crossroads is invaluable to its tenants. Lynn Fundingsland, Fargo Housing & Redevelopment Authority executive director, also discussed the value of HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program and FHRA’s plan to rebuild and revitalize Fargo for affordable housing needs.

Fargo Crossroad Senior Living Community is located at 1670 E. Gateway Circle S., Fargo.

The 16th Street Townhomes are located at 113 and 123 16th St. S., Fargo. Both were developed by Beyond Shelter, Inc.

RickGarcia,HousingandUrbanDevelopmentregionaladministrator,

visitedFargoDec.2todiscusstheimpactofHUD’sNeighborhood

StabilizationProgram.

2012 Plains Builder January24

HBA of F-M Builder and Associate Member Feature

Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc.Longevity, commitment, expertise attributed to company’s successby Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

A North Dakota State University graduate and Fargo native, Robert Ames has been with Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., for over 20 years. Ames began working for Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., while going to college and became a stockholder in 1994. He was named president in 2010 and is co-owner with Wade Erickson.

Originally, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., was founded by A. H. Foss , a sole practitioner, in Elbow Lake, Minn. In 1936, it became incorporated and has been one of the top design firms in the area since its relocation in the 1950s.

From the beginning, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., has focused on architectural design of community, civic and institutional project. Ames specializes in both education and religious projects, but also helps with civic related projects.

“Our success is a tribute to our commitment of emphasizing creative design, technical expertise, quality and customer service,” says Ames.

The company is known for its work across many communities in the region, including Discovery Middle School in Fargo, Christian Life Center at Trinity Church in Moorhead and Lommen Hall Renovation at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Currently, Ames and his team are overseeing the new Offutt School of Business at Concordia College, which is scheduled to open next fall. By partnering with other firms, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., has also been able to provide production support on high-rise hotel, condominium and casino projects, and is excited to offer the popular Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, referred to often as green or sustainable design.

As architecture grows and develops, many changes can be seen in the industry. Ames sees the industry being challenged by expectations for instant results. By changing project delivery models and using advanced computer software, Foss Architecture & Interiors, Inc., is able to keep up with the demand and reduce project delivery times. Although there is pressure for immediacy, Ames still enjoys the client interaction.

“I enjoy working with clients to evaluate their building needs and develop creative solutions to meet those needs,” says Ames. “And then to see their excitement and appreciation as they move into new or renovated facilities.”

For those starting out in the industry, Ames encourages maintaining relationships. “Foster and maintain good client relationships. Work for repeat clients is much easier to get than new work,” says Ames. He also reminds new professionals to continually develop their own skills and ideas, “Take the initiative to learn. Investigate, research, and develop solutions on your own, then ask others for input and guidance.”

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HBA is excited to announce 1st Annual Remodeled Home TourEvent will be a showcase of area remodeled homesby Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M will roll out its first-ever Remodeled Home Tour Sept. 15-16, 2012. It will run ONE WEEKEND ONLY in conjunction with the second weekend of the Fall Parade of Homes.

Eligible projects must have started after Jan. 1, 2010 and can include kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, basements, additions, landscaping, backyard enhancements, an entire home, etc. Each entry will be reviewed be a subcommittee of the Remodelers Council before approved to be on the Remodeled Home Tour.Start planning today

Here’s a reminder to start thinking of prior project or upcoming projects that may be eligible for this event and start talking to your clients today! This event will be a unique way to market your business to consumers for the surrounding areas.

Sponsorship of this event is available. If interested, please contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

If you think you have an eligible entry for the 2012 Tour please email alison@hbafm.com or call (701) 232-5846.

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2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 25

What is your company’s focus?“Balance Your Books Inc. specializes in accounting

and business management advisory using Intuit products and applications for efficiencies and enhancements to the financial reporting and management process.”What is the latest trend in your business/industry?

“In addition to your typical accounting process and reporting techniques, we are using add-on applications to enhance the analysis, planning and forecasting of our clients’ financial strength and longevity. Balance Your Books Inc. promotes a proactive approach to business success and continued growth by using these analytics. As a business

owner, being informed and educated on your own accounting function and strength is becoming increasingly important as the banking and economic environment is volatile and rapidly changing.”What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“Securing capital is the biggest challenge the building and construction industry is facing today. The guidelines are rapidly changing, banks are limiting their risk and becoming more diversified in their client portfolios. To communicate adequately with the bank, a business owner needs to understand his accounting function as well as build trust in the banking enviroment. Our services deliver these results. When we engage with clients, we become a team member to their business and take the steps necessary to help them achieve their business and personal goals.”

TheHBAthanksmemberswhoareinvolvedwiththis

industry:

Attorneys; Accountants; Consultants; Architects,

Planners, Drafters & Consultants; Engineering

Anderson&Fercho,PLLCAnderson,Bottrell,Sanden&

ThompsonArcanumGroup

BalanceYourBooksInc.BuildingConcepts,Inc.

BusinessResourceGroupInc.CBIBusinessServices

ConmyFesteLtd.DavidL.Vandrovec

Design-7P.C.EideBaillyLLP

Fiebiger,Swanson,West&Co.FossArchitecture&Interiors,

Inc.GaryCavett&Co.,CPAs

GreatPlainsEnvironmentalHeyerEngineering

HochhalterBuildingSolutionsInc

JD&Associates,Ltd.LEGENDTechnicalServices

LightowlerJohnsonAssociates,Inc.

MooreEngineering,Inc.PrairieDesignStudio,Ltd.

PrecisionDrafting&DesignLLCSandmanConsultingPC-

StructuralEngineeringSerklandLawFirm

Solberg,Stewart,Miller&TjonStahlArchitects&Builders

StantecT.L.StrohArchitects

TrioEnvironmentalConsulting,Inc.

VidgerBusinessConsultingWidmerRoelPC

HBA of F-M Industry Spotlight

Balance Your Books Inc. • Christine Gray819 30 Ave. S., #104 • Moorhead, MN • (218) 299-2090

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Sandman Consulting PC - Structural Engineering Kurt Sandman

402 21 St. S. • Moorhead, MN 56560 • (218) 227-0022www.sc-pc.com

What is your company’s focus?“Our focus is on structural engineering and consulting

commercial, industrial, residential and specialty engineering. For examples we do steel connections, erection, shoring, earth retention and structural inspections.”What is the latest trend in your business/industry?

“BIM, or Building Information Modeling. This is the concept of the architect and all subconsultants working in the same total project model to facilitate optimal coordination. Its goal is to provide a complete project, by eliminating errors and field problems, and avoiding conflict between trades.”

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“I believe the biggest challenge of the industry today is the age of instantaneous results. Projects can be completed at such an accelerated pace today with the implementation of the latest tools in terms of high level design, analysis, and drawing software. Projects can move at such a rapid pace because of this, yet proper time elements, such as planning, design development and coordination, must take place to ensure a successful project.”

Kurt SandmanSandmanConsultingPC-StructuralEngineering

Christine GrayBalanceYourBooksInc.

2012 Plains Builder January26

2012remodelers CounCil

Ursula HegvikSmartSpaces,Inc.(ViceChair)

Member CompaniesABCSeamless

AccentContractingACMETOOLS

BraatenCabinets,Inc.CasseltonLumber,Inc.

CraneJohnsonLumberCompanyDakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.

DaveAndersonConstructionDesignDirection,Inc.ElliottInteriorDesign

FargoLinoleumCompanyFergusonBath,Kitchen&Lighting

ShowroomFiskeConstruction,LLP

FoamDR’sLLCGranitesUnlimited

HomeHeating,A/C,&Plumbing,Inc.HomemakersVilla

InteriorAffairsJaussConstructionInc.

KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.LakeAgassizHabitatforHumanity

Laney’s,Inc.MarvinWindows&DoorsMinnkotaWindows,Inc.

NorandexNorthernPlumbingSupply

NvisionBuilding&RemodelingOppConstruction

PropertyResourcesGroupRedRiverElectric,Inc.

RRCSpecialtiesRuscoWindowCompany

ShowplaceKitchensSimonsonLumberSmartSpaces,Inc.StenersonLumber

StoneHoldingCompanySyversonTile&StoneTectonProducts,LLC

TwinCityGarageDoor,Inc.UnitedProductsCorporation

ValleyCentralVaccuumWesternProducts,Inc.

News from the HBA of F-M Remodelers Council

ChairmanDan BeecherFoamDR’sLLC

Gary GrandboisGranitesUnlimited(PastChair)

Remodelers Council ramp projectby Corin Gunderson, Communications Intern

The HBA of F-M’s Remodelers Council constructed a wheelchair accessibility ramp for Fargo resident Elena Andersen, 3443 17th St. S., on Dec. 7.

Andersen, daughter of Sherry Andersen, was diagnosed with myelomeningocele, more commonly known as spina bifida, at birth. Spina bifida is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do not close before birth. This has caused Andersen’s spinal cord and meninges (the tissues covering the spinal cord) to stick out her back, leaving her entirely wheelchair-bound.

Companies and volunteers who helped with the project include: Accent Contracting; John Fugle, Casselton Lumber, Inc.; Dave Anderson, Kevin Briggs and Tyler Carr, Dave Anderson Construction; Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc.; Dan Beecher, Foam DR’s LLC; Gary Grandbois, Granites Unlimited; Roger Bauch and Terry Rocheford, Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.; Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows, Inc.; Russ Richards, Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area,

Inc.; and Ursula Hegvick, Smart Spaces, Inc.

The Remodelers Council is a committee of the HBA that deals with issues affecting the remodeling segment of the building industry. Council members continually lend their efforts to these types of charitable projects building two to three ramps a year

depending on funding and emergency needs. In the past they’ve remodeled a house and constructed bunk beds for an area shelter.

HomeBuildersAssociationRemodelersCouncilmembersworktogethertoconstructawheelchair

accessibilityrampforFargoresidentElenaAndersen.

Above: SherryandElenaAndersenwiththeirnewlyconstructedwheelchairaccessibilityramp.Right:Volunteersposeforapictureonthefinishedramp.

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 27

Remodelers Council FOCUS: Judy Lee, Interior Affairsby Kirsten Rosenow, Communication & Office Coordinator

With 30 years of interior design experience, Judy Lee, owner of Interior Affairs, knows what it takes to make your dream home come true. Lee is

certified in fabricating draperies, valances and bedding and also specializes in custom window treatments, duvet covers, decorative pillows, table runners and baby nurseries.

Lee joined the HBA of F-M in 2010, and shortly after joined the Remodelers Council. She says she joined to give back to the community by using her time and talents on various projects.

“I am amazed and inspired by the generosity of the Remodelers Council members,” says Lee. She is a big believer in community service, and encourages other members of the HBA to consider getting involved.

Lee is looking forward to the busy year ahead, in particular the summer Home Builders Care Build for Habitat for Humanity.

Throughout the year, the Remodelers Council takes part in community service projects, like building wheelchair accessibility ramps for those who are elderly or disabled in order for them to remain at their homes. The Council provides material and labor as their way of giving back to those in need.

For more information about the Remodelers Council, contact Jennifer McKinney at (701) 232-5846 or at jennifer@hbafm.com.

Judy LeeInteriorAffairs

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ContactAlisonat(701)232-5846oralison@hbafm.com.

Show dates: Feb. 24-26, 2012 Fargodome

Main Stage ProgramsFri., Feb. 24 Show Hours: 3 – 9 p.m. 2-For-1 Admission: 3 – 5 p.m.

4:30–5:30p.m. “BehindtheScenes:Secretsfrom HGTV’sCurbAppeal:TheBlock,”JohnGidding

6:30–7:30p.m. “TipsforImprovingYourHome’sCurb Appeal,”JohnGidding

Sat., Feb.25 Show Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 2-For-1 Admission: 9 – 11 a.m.

9:30–11a.m. “AnySize,AnywhereEdibleGardens Part1:GrowingTips&Techniques,” WilliamMoss

12–1p.m. “BehindtheScenes:SecretsfromHGTV’s CurbAppeal:TheBlock,”JohnGidding

2–3p.m. “TipsforImprovingYourHome’s CurbAppeal,”JohnGidding

4–5:30p.m. “BestContainerPlantsforFood&Flowers Part1:GrowingTips&Techniques,” WilliamMoss

Sun., Feb. 26 Show Hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 2-For-1 Admission: 3 – 5 p.m.

11:30a.m.–1p.m. “BestContainerPlantsforFood &FlowersPart2:ChoosingBest PerformingPlants,”WilliamMoss

2–3:30p.m. “AnySize,AnywhereEdibleGardens Part2:SelectingBestPlantVarieties,” WilliamMoss

Mezzanine Level ProgramsSat., Feb. 25 Show Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Kids Workshop sponsored by The Home Depot

11a.m.–Noon SeminarsbyAccentKitchen&Bath

3–4p.m. SeminarsbyAccentKitchen&Bath

Sun., Feb. 26 Show Hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Noon – 4 p.m. Kids Workshop sponsored by The Home Depot

1–2p.m. SeminarsbyAccentKitchen&Bath

3:30–4:30p.m. SeminarsbyAccentKitchen&Bath

Seminar Schedule

2012 Plains Builder January28

2012Home Builders CareBoard oF trustees

CHADMALOY(VicePresident)

MIKEANDERSON(Secretary)

DANPARROW(Treasurer)

CLARKBERNARD(PastPresident)

CASEYBECKERLEGCARLBLANK

BRADMORRISANDYNELSON

BOBKOCHMANN

ERICROKKE

CARLITADIETZ(HBALiaison)

GateCityBank

BierschbachEquipment&Supply

ISRHomes

RedRiverElectric,Inc.

StenersonLumberStructuralMaterials,Inc.CasseltonLumber,Inc.LavelleCompanyKochmannBrothersHomes.Inc.RokkeConstruction

JayDietzConstruction,Inc.

Thefoundation,createdin1993bytheHomeBuildersAssociationofFargo-Moorhead,isalocal501(c)3nonprofitcharitableorganization.

ItwasestablishedwithfundsdonatedbyHBAmembers,fundraisingeventsandtheHBAitself.Thepurposeforitscreationwastoprovideanoutletforthebuilder,remodeler,andcompaniesrelatedtothebuildingindustrytoshowthecommunitythatthereismoretothebuildingindustrythandemolition,construction,andremodeling.

TheHBAofF-Mhandlestheadministrativedutiesforthefoundationatnocharge.Anycontributiondesignatedtothefoundationgoesdirectlytothefoundationanditscharitablework.

PresidentDave AndersonDaveAndersonConstruction

News from the Home Builders Care Foundation

HBC first annual telethon very successfulHome Builders Care had a great year in 2011 and I know 2012 will be a good

year as well. I am excited that our first-annual telethon brought in over $4,500 over the two days trustees made calls. We plan on making this an annual event, so if you haven’t donated to HBC by October, you may be receiving a call from us! Be sure to check out all of our 2011 donors on the next page. Thank you to everyone who has supported us in the past.

Home Builders Care BuildThis year we are kicking off the Home Builders Care Build for Lake Agassiz

Habitat for Humanity. The build will be at 902 27th St. N. in Fargo and we are working with LAHFH to finalize the house plan. You can support this project through cash donations or provide materials and labor to complete the home. The build will take place this summer and we will be getting a specific list of needs soon. Start thinking now about what you can contribute to this project.

Local Student ChaptersJanuary and February are always big months for our local student chapters

with the Residential Construction Management Competition at the International Builders Show. Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science and North Dakota State University are all working hard on their presentations and will be traveling to Orlando in February to compete with schools from across the country. If you are planning on attending IBS, try to fit watching a few presentations into your schedule. The school’s schedule is available on the IBS website, www.buildershow.com.

Support your FoundationHome Builders Care has many ways for HBA members to support the

Foundation. I challenge you to choose at least one way to contribute to HBC this year.

• Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs. You can even give online using your credit card. Just click on the Donate button of the HBC’s website homepage. One of my favorites is the Triple Player which was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues, invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care.

• Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online. Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support. Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back.

• Take your aluminum, magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care.

• Host us at any public or networking event you organize. We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money.

• Plan on supporting the HBA/HBC Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity build that will be taking place this summer. We will be needing materials, labor and cash to make this project successful. Watch the Plains Builder and your email for more information on how you can support the build.

• Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2012 session. For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers.

• Volunteer at the Health Tech & Trades Career Expo. You can see highlights from the 2011 Expo on pages 30-31. We always need people to represent our industry. Start planning an interactive booth now!

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Triple Players(TripleplayerspayHBAduesandgive$365

tobothNDAB-PACandHBC)Terry Becker

TerryBeckerConstruction,LLCToby Christensen

Camrud-FossConcreteConstr.,Inc.Jason Eid

Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.John Gunkelman

DakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.John Koerselman

RedRiverDrywall&PaintingServices,Inc.Tyrone Leslie

HeritageHomesDan Lindquist

DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.

Builders Club Members (Thosewhohavepledged$500peryearfor5years)

John GunkelmanDakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.

Dan Lindquist DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.

Dan Parrow ISRHomes

Red River Electric, Inc.

Silver Donors ($500 - $1,999):

Terry BeckerTerryBeckerConstruction,LLC

Toby ChristensenCamrud-FossConcreteConstr.,Inc.

Dietrich HomesFargo Force Hockey Club

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Showroom

John GunkelmanDakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.

Tyrone LeslieHeritageHomesDan Lindquist

DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.Dan ParrowISRHomes

Red River Electric, Inc.Simonson Lumber

Stahl Architects and Builders

Bronze Donors ($1 - $499):

Andrew Alsop,AcmeInvestmentCompanyStan Andvik,AndvikEnterprises

Casey Anderson,CaseyConstructionChuck Anderson,ARCAppraisals

Dave Anderson,DaveAndersonConstructionMike Anderson,BierschbachEquipment&SupplyPete Anderson,AndersonHardwoodFloorsLLC

David Asplin,AsplinExcavating,Sand&Gravel,Inc.

Brent Atkins,MinnkotaWindows,Inc.Terry Bladholm,BladholmBrothers

George Blank,StructuralMaterials,Inc.Gary Bloom,PaulDavisRestoration&

RemodelingoftheRedRiverValleyTom Boyle,D&MIndustries,Inc.Doug Bruer,BruerConstruction

Greg Burchill,EnterpriseSalesCompanyKade Bussinger,NetworkCablingServices,Inc.

Mike Carlson,DakotaExteriorsJason Carpenter,Carpco.Inc.

Carpet WorldHal Dickelman,D&UConstruction,Inc.Carlita Dietz,JayDietzConstruction,Inc.

David Dietz,PreferencePersonnelDan Doeden,AlerusFinancial

Jason Eid,Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.Jeff Ellenson,EllensonCaulking,LLC

Zac Fluto,PremiumDecksFour Points Logistics

Todd Funfar,DECKMASTERSDallas Gjestvang,DigEm,Inc.

Mike GraffAaron Greterman,DesignerHomes

ofFargo-MoorheadHanson Bros., Inc.

Monica Hart,MonicaHartInteriorDesign,Inc.Dennis Hegel,BrockWhiteCo.

Harlan Herberholz,DreamHomesLLCRyan Hoss,BakerNurseryGardens

Kirby Kassenborg,KassenborgConstruction,Inc.Knife River Materials

Paul Krabbenhoft,GatewayHomesofFargo-Moorhead,LLC

Cindy Kummeth,Jeff’sPlumbing&DrainCleaning,Inc.

John Lien,GOLDMARKPropertyManagementSylvia Lunski,DesignDirection,Inc.

Shanna McArthur,BusinessResourceGroupInc.Chad Maloy,GateCityBank

Dave Meyer,DaveMeyerConstructionMidwest Concrete Pumping LLC

Jerry & Jackie MiglerMoorhead Community & Technical

College FoundationJim Morken,NorthAmericanBuilding

SolutionsLLCBrad Morris,CasseltonLumber,Inc.

Todd Nankivel,GateCityBankPaul Nelson,NelsonHomes,Inc.

Ron NelsonKelly Nystrom,ButlerMachineryCompany

Chad Ohnstad,AllFinishConcrete,Inc.Kris Olson,ProfessionalInteriorsInc.Gary Ostrom,Ostrom’sHardware,Inc.

Bob Pearson,RE/MAXRealty1Chris Peterson

Jason Plecity,PlecityKowalskiConstruction,Inc.Nicole Plecity,GateCityBank

Greg Raun,RaunTechnologies,Inc.Roers’ Construction and Development, Inc.

Eric Rokke,RokkeConstructionMarcus Roman,FloorToCeilingCarpetOne

Lynn Scheck,ArmstrongConstruction&PrecastProducts,Inc.

Randy Schneibel,DesignerTopsInc.Rod Shafer,ArcticAudio

Sig Olson & Sons Plastering, Inc.inmemoryofDonEngebretson

Terry Skjerseth,PiferAuction&Realty-TerrySkjerseth,Realtor

John Sliper,Price-RiteHomeImprovements,Inc.Brian Sperle,SperleMasonry,Inc.

Nancy Stotten,BorderStatesPaving,Inc.Jeff Swenson,TwinCityGarageDoor

John Vastag,PerfectTempLee Wegner,ABCSeamless

Mark Wentz,RedRiverElectric,Inc.Charlie Zach,ZachConstruction

Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is HBC’s long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving,

support additional projects and provide for endowment growth. HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community.

courthouse. When completed, this facility will house much-needed space for general government operations, criminal court and inmate holding. During my tenure in office, Cass County has opened a new jail, jail addition, vector control facilities, and highway office expansion.

What do you see as the future issues facing the county?

The first issue is the continued pursuit of permanent flood control. Local officials are awaiting the signing of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chief’s report to be submitted to Congress for authorization and funding. The project will protect over $9 billion in property and protect the regional economy that generates over $4.3 billion in wages annually.

Secondly, the pending June 12 vote on Measure 2. Measure 2 is the property tax elimination measure that

Elected Official con’t from pg 11 would, in effect, transfer most local government budget authority to the state. It is estimated that this loss of property tax would cost $1.7 billion per biennium to replace statewide. Currently property tax in Cass County generates $215 million annually that helps to fund schools, counties, cities, park districts and townships. It has been estimated that to replace property tax statewide, the state would have to triple state income tax or double state sales tax to raise the revenue lost by property tax elimination.

Is there anything you would like to see the HBA do more of to help address these issues?

As a long-time public official, I’ve appreciated the commitment that the Home Builders Association has made to take an active role on issues of importance to our local communities. I would encourage the Home Builders Association to continue its commitment in playing an active role in issues that are vital to the future of our community.

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Concrete Constr. Inc., Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc., Dave Anderson Construction, Focal Point Kitchens, Heritage Homes, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc., Midwest Concrete Pumping, M State – Carpentry Program, Network Cabling Services, Inc., Opatril Concrete and Red River Electric, Inc. for representing the building industry at the event.

See the next page for a list of exhibitors and volunteers.

Endorsed by Your

Endorsed by YourAssociation

Contractors InsurancePotential dividends paid to participating NDAB

(or HBA of Fargo/Moorhead) members

Auto • Home • Business • Bonds

Financial Services • Professional Liability

Contact Steve Winter

721 1st Ave N • Fargo, ND 58102(701) 237-3311 • 1-800-220-4514

steve@dawsonins.com

Health Tech & Trades Career Expo recapby Jenny Erickson, Development & Project Coordinator

The ninth annual Health Tech & Trades Career Expo took place Dec. 8 and was a great success. Over 2,200 students from 30 area schools attended and were able to experience a multitude of careers. Over 71 companies were represented at the Expo and had interactive booths. Students were able to try out welding, use a crane, find DNA in strawberries, start IV lines on medical dummies, review x-rays and much more!

The construction industry was well represented at the event. Thanks to Baker Nursery Gardens, Camrud-Foss

Studentsfromareaschoolslearnaboutavarietyofcareersfromcompanies

likeUnitedBloodServicesandDakotaConstructionofFargo.

BryceVanderwerff,RedRiverElectric,Inc.,watchesoverastudentatthe

CareerExpo.Around2,200studentsgottoexploreover71companybooths.

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Exhibitors:Baker Nursery GardensBismarck State College - Energy CareersButler MachineryCamrud Foss Concrete Constr., Inc.Case New Holland (CNH)Cass County Sheriff’s OfficeCaterpillar Reman Drivetrain LLCCentral MN/ Eastern ND Area Health Education CenterDakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.Dave Anderson ConstructionEssentia HealthFargo Fire DepartmentFargo Jet CenterF-M Ambulance ServiceFocal Point KitchensGeneral Equipment & SuppliesHeritage HomesHome Builders Association of Fargo-MoorheadHome Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead FoundationIndustrial Builders, Inc.Job Service NDJunior Achievement of the Upper MidwestKochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.Lake Region State College - Accounting/Office ManagementLake Region State College - Fitness Trainer TechnicianLake Region State College - NursingLake Region State College - Wind Energy TechnicianLake Region State Collge - Information TechnologyLynnes Welding Training Inc.Minnesota State Community & Technical College (M State)M State - Automotive TechnologyM State - BiotechnologyM State - Carpentry M State - Computer and Network SecurityM State - Computer and Network TechnologyM State - CosmetologyM State - Criminal JusticeM State - Diesel Equipment TechnologyM State - Garden Center TechnologyMidnite Express Inc./ Dixon InsuranceMidwest Concrete PumpingMinnesota School of BusinessND Career & Technical EducationNorth Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS)NDSCS - FargoNDSCS - Allied HealthNDSCS - Culinary ArtsNDSCS - DieselNDSCS - ElectricalNDSCS - Math and ScienceNDSCS - Mechanical Systems (HVAC/Plumbing)NDSCS - NanoscienceNDSCS - Welding/Machine Tooling/ManufacturingNDSU College of Pharmacy, Nursing & Allied HealthNDSU Veterinary Technology Network Cabling Services

Northland Community & Technical College - Aviation & UAS MaintenanceOpatril Concrete Construction, Inc.Radio Fargo-Moorhead Bob 95 & Y94Rasmussen CollegeRDO Equipment Co.Red River Electric, Inc.Rural MN CEP, Inc.Sanford Health Sanford Life FlightTitan MachineryTrail King Industries U.S. Army & Army ReserveUND AerospaceUnited Blood ServicesWanzek Construction

Gold SponsorsAssociated General Contractors of NDCase New Holland (CNH)Essentia HealthThe ForumHome Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead FoundationIndustrial Builders, Inc.Minnesota State Community & Technical CollegeNorth Dakota State College of ScienceRDO Equipment Co.Sanford HealthSouth East Education CooperativeWanzek Construction

Silver SponsorsButler MachineryDixon Insurance/Midnite Express Inc.Fargo Jet CenterGeneral Equipment & SuppliesGreater Fargo-Moorhead EDCLake Region State CollegeLynnes Welding TrainingTitan MachineryTrail King IndustriesUnited Blood Services

Hospitality SponsorsFargo Public SchoolsFM Water Systems - KineticoSubway

Volunteers:SpecialthankstothefollowingpeopleforhelpingoutattheHBA/HBCboothduringtheHealthTech&TradesCareerExpo:• Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson

Construction• Brent Atkins, Minnkota Windows• Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz

Construction, Inc.• Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann

Brothers Homes. Inc.• John Gunkelman, Dakota

Construction of Fargo, Inc.• Stephanie Lindemann, Heritage

Homes• Chase Griesbach• Darrin Mulcahy, Dakota

Construction of Fargo, Inc.

ThefollowingHBAmembersworkedside-by-sidewithcompetitorstocreateboothsthatrepresenttheirindustry.Thankyouforcollaboratingonthisefforttopromoteourindustrytostudents:• Chris Bourassa, Midwest Concrete

Pumping, LLC• Kade Bussinger, Network Cabling

Services• Toby Christensen, Camrud-Foss

Concrete Constr. Inc.• Paul Finn, Red River Electric, Inc.• Joey Johnson, Red River Electric,

Inc.• Mike Lorenz, Opatril Concrete

Construction, Inc.• Brady Neros, Focal Point Kitchens• Scott Persoon, Camrud-Foss

Concrete Construction, Inc.• Don Smith, Midwest Concrete

Pumping, LLC• Justin Stevens, Focal Point

Kitchens• Mike Stotts, Opatril Concrete

Construction, Inc.• Bryce Vanderwerff, Red River Electric, Inc.• Mark Wentz, Red River Electric, Inc.

Above: TobyChristensen,Camrud-FossConcreteConstr.

Inc.,wasoneofseveralHBAmemberswhorepresentedthe

constructionindustryattheExpo.Right:Studentsgettoexperiencewhatacareerin

nursingmightbelike.

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33rd Annual Industry Auctionby Amy Berg, CIT, NAWIC Chapter Member

On Nov. 17 the Fargo-Moorhead chapter held the 33rd Annual Industry Auction to raise money for the Construction Industry Programs that introduce the youth of the area to the construction industry, as well as support local students enrolled in construction industry courses at local colleges and universities, by providing scholarships. The following students were recognized as our 2011 recipients:

• $500–WendySorenson; sophomore in architecture at Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Detroit Lakes.

• $250–MeganLee; junior in civil engineering at North Dakota State University.

• $250–NathanTodd; sophomore in civil engineering at NDSU.

Congratulations to each of them and good luck in their future careers in the construction industry.

The chapter officers for the 2011-2012 year were installed:

• President–Onie Loeks, Dakota Supply Group• ImmediatePastPresident–Dawn Wiedewitsch

Sazama, Tomboy Tools• Secretary–Angie Boisjolie, Ultieg Engineers• Treasurer–Amy Berg, CBT, CIT, Innovative

Window and Door Service, LLC• BoardMembers–Lynn Madaus, Brock White Co.

and Laura McKown, Advance NDT, Inc.

The ceremony was performed by former member Carrie Bertsch Vetter.

Members not in attendance were: Suzi Retzlaff, Empire Engineering (vice president); Dawn Schmitt, Braaten Cabinets; and Elise Siverson, Eide Bailly.

NAWIC, along with the NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF), sponsor programs and competitions to foster and promote construction as a viable career choice among students from grade school to high school level. To learn more about NAWIC, NEF and the NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) visit www.nawic.org or contact Amy Berg at (218) 234-6633 or aberg.nawic@yahoo.com.

#246 Corner

Members get more for dues dollars in today’s economy

by Bryce Johnson, Executive Vice President

Your HBA of F-M wants to work with you to get through these difficult economic times. We don’t need to tell you that times are tough – the media is doing a good job of that already. We are continuing to work with you through these challenging times so members get the most value for their dollar. If you have any concerns, do not hesitate to email or call the HBA office.

We at the HBA, just as in your own businesses, must adapt to the market. We need to find ways to be leaner, more effective, and we must communicate better than ever before. With that in mind, everything we do at the HBA – every publication, every activity, every event – is being evaluated to be sure that we are fully representing and supporting the Builders and Associates in our community.

Rest assured, we will continue to work to make sure the investment you make in us is worth every hard-earned dollar. We will continue to fight the seemingly never-ending regulatory battles and negative media and provide you with opportunities to make your business stronger. If there was ever a time to be a member of the HBA, it is now. You are getting more for you dollar than ever before.

The HBA of F-M’s total membership dues is currently $450. As a member of the local HBA, you also are a member of the National Association of Home Builders and the North Dakota Association of Builders. That’s a 3-in-1 membership designed to benefit you, the member. Visit www.hbafm.com to check out your local Association offers, www.ndbuild.com for the state Association and www.nahb.org for the national Association.

The HBA also has a strong relationship with the Builders Association of Minnesota and continues to support the work they do for the industy. Visit www.bamn.org for more information.

Bryce JohnsonHBAofF-Mexecutivevicepresident

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Thank You 2011 PAC ContributorsHBA of F-M raises $20K

Your commitment to the industry in which you work is honorable and unmatched. The Association’s advocacy program is two-pronged. The first comes in the form of being a voice on behalf of the industry in favor of legislation and regulations that are beneficial to the building industry. The other prong of advocacy is the North Dakota Association of Builder’s Political Action Committee.

What is NDAB-PAC?NDAB-PAC is the North Dakota Association of

Builders’ Political Action Committee. It is a non-partisan political action committee that provides support for candidates who are friends of the building industry. People who show they care and are concerned about the building industry’s future make contributions to NDAB-PAC because they believe that cooperation equals strength.

Contact Rocky at (701) 232-5846 or rocky@hbafm.com for details.

$2,500TyroneLeslie,HeritageHomes

$1,000DanLindquist,DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.

DaveAsplin,AsplinExcavating,Sand&Gravel,Inc.DonDabbertJr.,DabbertCustomHomes

JasonEid,Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.JohnGunkelman,DakotaConstructionofFargo,Inc.

JohnKoerselman,RedRiverDrywall&PaintingServices,Inc.

KenKrajsa,StateBank&TrustMikeArnold,AccentContracting

NancyKelly,HeartlandLaborRobertLeslie,Jr.,DesignerHomes

ofFargo-Moorhead

$500DanArmbrust,DawsonInsurance

JeffSwenson,TwinCityGarageDoor,Inc.

$365BryceJohnson,HBAofF-M

HarryGilbertson,HarryGilbertsonConstructionRobLyngstad,MatrixPropertiesCorporation

RodPaseka,HebronBrickSupply StanBirky,StanBirkyConstruction,Inc.

TerryBecker,TerryBeckerConstruction,LLCTobyChristensen,Camrud-FossConcreteConstr.Inc.

$100+KristaAndrews,AndersonBottrell,

Sanden&ThompsonBrentAtkins,MinnkotaWindows,Inc.

PatBellmore,BlueCrossBlueShieldofNDBillBlixt,WesternProducts,Inc.

DaveBranson,EdinaRealtyTerryCullen,CullenInsulation,Inc.

DarrickGuthmiller,KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.ChuckHelmstetter,PropertyResourcesGroup

BobKochmann,KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.PaulKochmann,KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.PaulLindemann,LindemannFinishCarpentry,Inc.

SylviaLunski,DesignDirection,Inc.NancyMichelsen,VividInteriors,LLC

RogerOlson,SigOlson&Son’sPlastering,Inc.DebPierce,NorthlandTrussSystems,Inc.SheldonPoss,PossCustomCabinets,Inc.

ReedStigen,HomeHeating,Plumbing&A/C,Inc.GregThompson,Anderson,Bottrell,

Sanden&ThompsonJohnVastag,PerfectTemp

MarkVoxland,CityofMoorheadTonyWatterud,CraneJohnsonLumberCompany

LisaWheeler,TheTitleCompany

$20+Marshal Albright,CassCountyElectricCooperative

Annette Ambuehl,BWInsuranceAgency,Inc.Jim Anderson,LampertsLumber

Tom Bevins,FergusonBath,Kitchen,&LightingShowroomScott Breidenbach,ParkCo.Realtors

John Brendel,CraneJohnsonLumberCompany,Kade Bussinger,NetworkCablingServices,Inc.

Jason Carpenter,CarpcoInc.Kevin Christianson,PropertyResourcesGroup

Carlita Dietz,JayDietzConstruction,Inc.Gerald Eid,Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.Kyle Eid,Eid-CoBuildings,Inc.

Lynn Fundingsland,FargoHousingandRedevelopmentAuthorityAaron Greterman,DesignerHomesofFargo-Moorhead

Monica Hart,MonicaHartInteriorDesign,Inc.Bruce Johnson,RE/MAXRealty1

Cheyenne Jundt,DesignerHomesofFargo-MoorheadChuck Klabo,BWInsuranceAgency,Inc.

Jay Kleingartner,DawsonInsuranceJohn Knossala,PrudentialPremierRealEstate

Ben Koppelman,BasementTechnologiesofNorthDakota,Inc.Corey Krueger,KruegerConstruction,Inc.

Nick Meyer,ThomsenHomes,LLCJohn Nitzskorski,NitzMasonry

Erik Opdahl, TCIInsuranceJaeden Pederson,ABCSeamless

Matt Pobst,DanLindquistConstruction,Inc.Jeff Schmidt,CabinetMakers,Inc.

Jeff Shipley,KellerWilliamsRoersRealtyPaula Simley,PaulaRaeHomes&Gardens,Inc.

Rick Simonson,SimonsonLumberPeter Stenehjem,FirstInternationalBank&Trust

Joe Straus,FirstInternationalBank&TrustJim Thompson,EideBaillyLLP

Phil Trebnick,EdgewoodVillageofFargoDarin Trites,TRNAbstract&Title

Dean Vetter,TCIInsurance

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EducationThis committee develops education programs for the Association. It

provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing. The committee’s purpose is to assist the development, professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industry.• The committee has planned the 2012 Minnesota

contractor, electrical contractor and power limited technician continuing education classes. MN CE will be Jan. 18 and Feb. 1. Electrical will be Jan. 13 and PLT will be March 9.

• The North Dakota Association of Builders will offer a Lunch & Learn class on radon-resistant building through all local Associations Jan. 11.

• A Lunch & Learn will be offered Jan. 24 on tips for trade show and Parade of Homes success by Jodee Bock of Keller Williams Roers Realty and Bock’s Office.

NextMeeting:8a.m.,Jan.10

Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment for the

General Membership Meetings, and coordinates the annual HBA Golf Outing and the Home & Garden Show. Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for the coordination as well as logistics during each of these events.• Jan. 5 GMM Luncheon at the Holiday Inn – 11:30 a.m.

– 1 p.m. 2012 Board of Directors Installation, Extra Mile Award and PAC recognition and fundraiser for Home Builders Care Build for Habitat for Humanity coming up in summer 2012.

• 2012 RRV Home & Garden Show Feb. 24-26. Featured speaker: HGTV John Gidding, Curb Appeal and William Moss, Dig In.

Nextmeeting:8:15a.m.,Jan.13

New Member Development & Retention Committee

This combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and welcoming new members, and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership. It explores reasosn why members join and leave, is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis.• The membership status as of Oct. 31 is 815 members,

218 builders, 580 associates and a retention rate of 91.7 percent. Past due accounts were reviewed and assigned. November call results were reviewed, and December calls were assigned (calls are made 60-90 days prior to member renewal date). The number of renewals in 2011 is 528. New prospects were assigned. Committee members will be contacting those leads and reporting back to staff.

• The committee’s 2011 goal was to recruit 65 new members (22 Builders and 43 Associates) with a retention rate goal of 93 percent. After the December board meeting we recruited 57 new members and had a retention rate of 91.7 percent, so missed the goal slightly. 2012 goals have been set at 50 new members (15 Builders and 35 Associates) with a retention rate of 91

percent. Please notify Jennifer if you have any leads. Also our New Member Development & Retention Committee members are actively looking for members to join our recruitment and retention efforts. Let Jennifer now if you would be interested in checking out a meeting.

Nextmeeting:Noon,Jan.16

Parade of Homes:A “Parade of Homes” is designed to promote HBA builder members

to consumers. It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for bulder members. This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall Parade.• Spring Parade of Homes dates are set for April 28 – May

6. The Parade of Homes judging taskforce has been collecting info from Parade Builders to help decide whether or not to continue the judging and Horizon Awards.

• The Fall Parade of Homes will run Sept. 8-9 and 15-16, 2012.

• The Remodeled Home Tour will run ONE WEEKEND ONLY, Sept. 15-16 (the second weekend of the Fall Parade). A postcard was mailed to various members who may be interested in entering a project.

NextMeeting:3:30p.m.,Jan.23

Public IssuesThe public issues committee is responsible for keeping tabs on

governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issues.• A task force has been established to review the

infrastructure requirements in the city of Moorhead. The group has commented on the cost analysis provided by the city and is now waiting for the city to meet. The purpose of the group’s recommendations is to ultimately reduce infrastructure costs.

• The HBA has been reviewing the tree preservation ordinance created by the city of Fargo and is working with a group of city staff to help formulate the draft. The draft has been through a dozen rewrites as more information is gathered, discussed, and put through real world examples. The final ordinance will be submitted to the city commission in the coming months.

• The city of Fargo has passed river setbacks so there will be no building allowed within 450 of the center line of the river. The official ordinance is still being worked on. The committee is discussing whether there should be variation on distance based on different rivers. Also, the HBA has been in conversations on what the setbacks should be along drains and how the city should handle the increase in base flood elevations, which are expected to put much of Fargo into the 100-yr floodplain.

Nextmeeting:11:30a.m.,Jan.24

PAC This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate

fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Builders’ political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builder’s political action committee (BUILD-PAC). It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final

Committee Briefs

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2012 Committe Chairs, Vice Chairs

EducationChair:JohnRogalla,StenersonLumberViceChair:LarryMayer,SolutionDesign,Inc.

EventsChair:JessicaGrondahl,NodakStoresViceChair:DianaStead,StoneHoldingCompany

New Member Development & Membership RetentionChair:PeterJohnson,CornerStoneBankViceChair:BryceVanderwerff,RedRiverElectric,Inc.

PACTyroneLeslie,HeritageHomes-Chair

Parade of HomesChair:RobinSwanson,SuperiorInsuranceViceChair:ValerieFiske,ParkCo.Realtors

Public IssuesChair:BobKochmann,KochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.ViceChair:PaulLindemann,LindemannFinishCarpentry,Inc.

Remodelers CouncilDanBeecher,FoamDR’sLLC-ChairUrsulaHegvick,SmartSpaces,Inc.-ViceChair

vote on distribution of PAC funds the Association distributes to local candidates running for office.

Total PAC fundraising for 2011 is over $20,000: make your contribution today! See page 33 for a list of contributors.Nextmeeting:12:30p.m.,Jan.24

Remodelers CouncilThis council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of

F-M through national Remodelers membership. It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show.• The HBA, HBC and Remodelers Council are partnering

up with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity for the Home Builders Care Build in summer of 2012. At this point, cash donations are being accepted but materials will also be needed closer to build time. We request that the materials donated are basic due to Habitat’s building guidelines. The mortgage for the family is determined by what goes into the home. Thanks for considering and more information will be coming.

• The Council reviewed items for the Fall Home Show and is currently looking at dates. The show will be held at the Fargo Civic Center for 2012.

• A Remodeled Home Tour is in the works for 2012. This tour is to spotlight what can be done by simply remodeling rather than building new. It will be in conjunction with the Fall Parade of Homes and ONLY be held on the second weekend due to the homeowners needing to have their homes open to the public. Watch for updates in the newsletter and Parade publications.

NextMeeting:8a.m.,Jan19

609 Main Avenue • Moorhead, MN218.233.6104

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The Village Employee Assistance Program

800-627-8220www.VillageEAP.com

Offering confidential professional guidance for: • Relationship Issues • Emotional Health • Drug & Alcohol Issues • Workplace Issues • Financial Counseling • Legal Counseling

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

This is a benefit provided to health plan members of Home Builders Association.

2012 Plains Builder January36

HBA of F-M Member Renewal ReportThanks to these members who have renewed membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M. The number of years they’ve been members is reflected behind the company name. If you notice discrepancies, please let us know so we can update our records: (701) 232-5846. (Allow 60 days for name to reappear.)Company Name YearsAllFinishConcrete,Inc.................................................................. 5Anderson,Bottrell,Sanden&Thompson.................................... 17BairdConstructionInc................................................................. 22BigTreeNursery.......................................................................... 18BlackRidgeBANK........................................................................... 5BobFootittConstruction,Inc....................................................... 32BraatenCabinetsInc................................................................... 27CarpetMillClub........................................................................... 20CentralDoor&HardwareInc......................................................... 8Clark’sExcavating&SepticPumping.......................................... 26CorwinAppraisalInc.................................................................... 17CustomCinema&Sound,LLC..................................................... 7D&MIndustries,Inc................................................................... 28D.J.’sPlumbing&HeatingInc...................................................... 10DakotaSupplyGroup.................................................................. 44DakotaTube&Steel.................................................................... 17DavidL.Vandrovec...................................................................... 13DelaneyHomes,Inc...................................................................... 7FMBuildersExchange.................................................................. 1FrolovBrothers,Inc........................................................................ 7FullCircleConstructionServices,Inc............................................ 8GemstoneMasonryOperatingCompanyInc................................ 2GoodinCompany......................................................................... 13GreenRiverCountryLLP............................................................ 19HamConstructionInc.................................................................... 1Hanson’sPlumbing&Heating....................................................... 5HintzFireEquipment,Inc............................................................ 24IntegrityWindows&Doors.......................................................... 14InteriorAffairs................................................................................ 1Ira’sCustomCabinets,Inc........................................................... 29Johnson&JohnsonInsuranceAgency,LLC................................. 3J-RRemodeling,Inc...................................................................... 4

Company Name YearsKnifeRiverMaterial..................................................................... 39KnightPrinting............................................................................. 24LakeAgassizHabitatForHumanity.............................................. 6LaserSystemsSecurity................................................................. 5MidlandGarageDoor,Mfg.Co.................................................... 24NoonanEnterprises,Inc.............................................................. 12NorthernTitle................................................................................. 5NorthwesternBankN.A................................................................. 8NvisionBuildingandRemodeling.................................................. 3OppConstruction........................................................................ 21PaulDavisRestoration&RemodelingoftheRedRiverValley..... 6Pierce,Inc.................................................................................... 42PrairieSupply,Inc.......................................................................... 9PrecisionDrafting&DesignLLC................................................... 8PrecisionPlumbing,Electric,Heating&Cooling,Inc.................... 8PrudentialPremierRealEstate-DeAnneMason,Realtor............ 4RE/MAXRealty1......................................................................... 21RiversEdgeConstruction.............................................................. 1RuscoWindowCompany............................................................ 49SheyenneConcreteLLC............................................................... 1ShowplaceKitchens...................................................................... 5StainedGlassOverlayoftheRedRiverValley.............................. 9StarionFinancial............................................................................ 3StrandFloorCoverings.................................................................. 2StudstoRugs,Inc......................................................................... 3TerryWelleConstructionInc........................................................ 55TheHomeDepot........................................................................... 9TheRealEstateBook.................................................................. 17TubsofFun!TheFamilyRecreationSuperstore!........................ 16WendtConstruction,Inc.............................................................. 35WilsonInvestments,LLC............................................................... 8Zook-Christianson,Inc............................................................... 18

2012 Plains BuilderJanuary 37

HBA of F-M New Member Report

2012 Membership DriveContenders

(November2011-October2012)

Themembersbelowhavekickedoff2012withgreatrecruitmentefforts.EachmemberwhorecruitsatleastonenewmemberbetweenNov.1,2011,andOct.31,2012,willbeplacedintoadrawingforprizesgivenawayatthe2012NovemberGMM.

Name, Company # recruitedJeremy GregorieBert’sTruckEquipmentofMoorhead,Inc.......1Chris KulesaBlueCrossBlueShieldofND.........................1Deanna WierimaBlueCrossBlueShieldofND.........................1Drew LiknessChaseRealty..................................................2Don Dabbert, Jr.DabbertCustomHomes.................................1David CurrierDakotaFence.................................................1Tony SwartzDiamondVogelPaints.....................................1Terry LippFergusonBath,Kitchen,&LightingShowroom..1Nancy KellyHeartlandLabor..............................................1Paul KochmannKochmannBrothersHomes,Inc.....................1Greg KruegerKruegerConstruction,Inc...............................1Bruce JohnsonRE/MAXRealty1............................................1Phil StahlStahlArchitects&Builders.............................1Stan BirkyStanBirkyConstruction,Inc...........................2

Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts!

Turn Key Construction, Inc. Builder, Residential CodyAbbott55540thStS#142Fargo,ND58103(701)799-0070Sponsor: DrewLiknessChaseRealty

Sculpture by Design Interior Design & Decorating BrendaThibodo411512thAveSWPineRiver,MN56474(218)232-0372 Sponsor: TerryLippFergusonBath,Kitchen,&LightingShowroom

this flawed attempt to alter the state constitution is not the method to take to work on the problem.

If the measure were to pass, it would create a number of immediate problems causing instability across the state. To start, the measure’s faulty language would make the action retroactive to the first of the year. Hundreds of governmental jurisdictions, including cities, counties and school boards, working off of budgets, would find themselves without a means to cover expenses of the last six months.

Possibly the most chilling factor to take place, if this measure passes, would be the loss of local control. Locally elected city and county commissioners, along with school board members, who have been charged by their constituents to listen to their neighbors and create budgets to meet their needs, would have their work nullified. Budgets would now have to be funneled and approved by state legislators who already have other responsibilities and are limited to the number of days it can work by the constitution. This loss in local control would be bad for the state and would be irreversible due to the constitutional alterations of this measure.

NDAB and the HBA of F-M urge you to vote NO June 12, on Measure #2

NDAB meeting con’t from pg 11

Do you know someone who would make a great HBA of F-M member?

ContactJenniferat(701)232-5846orjennifer@hbafm.comwithanynewmemberleads!

2012 Plains Builder January38

Guess Who Revealed!Guess Who! is a feature every month. We will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member, HBC trustee, Health Plan Trustee, committee chairperson or staff member.

December’s Guess Who!

Hints:• Was terrified of dogs as a child, but now owns a beagle.• Proud to be a MSUM Dragon.

• Has served on two HBA committees. • Her employer will “floor” you.• Has a pasion for the Parade!

Answer:Elizabeth Blatchford

Floor Coverings International

Winner:Neil Graf

Advantage Realtors, Inc.

windows doors lumber roofing siding trusses hardware drafting delivery

featuring high-quality Andersen® products

3300 Main Ave • Fargo, ND 58103701.235.3131 phone • 701.235.3135 faxwww.cjlumber.comwww.midstatestruss.com

advertiser indexPlains Builder

ABCSeamless............................................................7ACMETOOLS...........................................................17AggregateIndustries.................................................23BlueCrossBlueShieldofND....................................21ButlerMachineryCo..................................................19BWInsuranceAgency...............................................22Camrud-FossConcrete.............................................19CarpetWorld.............................................................22CassCountyAbstractCo..........................................20CassCountyElectricCooperative.............................21ColdwellBanker...........................................................7CraneJohnsonLumberCo.......................................38DakotaGypsum.........................................................19DawsonInsurance.....................................................30GoodinCompany.......................................................39Hauck&BuchholzDrywall,Inc....................................7KnightPrinting.............................................................7LampertsYards..........................................................15Mid-StatesTruss........................................................38MinnkotaWindows,Inc................................................2NodakStores.............................................................19NorthlandTrussSystems...........................................30PropertyResourcesGroup........................................36Rigels,Inc..................................................................35StateBank&Trust.....................................................20StenersonLumber.....................................................21TheTitleCompany....................................................20WesternProducts,Inc.................................................7XcelEnergy.................................................................3

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January 11NDAB Lunch & Learn: Radon Webinar• 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.• Cost: $10 (includes lunch)• The North Dakota Department of Health will hold

a 90-minute webinar to encourage radon-resistant building in new construction.

January 13Electrical Contractor Continuing Education• 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.• Member cost: $65, Non-member cost: $90 (includes

lunch)• Skills & Technology Training Center, 1305 19th Ave.

N., Fargo• Class title is “2011 NEC Rules for Motors,

Transformers, and Taps.” Questions and discussion are encouraged throughout. The seminar is approved by both the Minnesota and North Dakota State Electrical Boards. Taught by Tim Pull, instructor at North Dakota State College of Science for 25 years in the electrical department, who has a master electrician license for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has done more than 100 NEC classes through the outreach and customized training division of NDSCS.

January 18 and February 1 (Twodateoptions!)Minnesota Contractor Continuing Education• 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.• Member cost: $95, Non-

member cost: $140 (includes lunch)

• Butler Machinery Training Facility, 3401 33rd St. S., Fargo

• Class is pending approval with the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry to satisfy seven hours of Minnesota contractor continuing education credits including one hour of energy. Topics include Minnesota building code issues by Moorhead Building Official Kurt Wenzel and a variety of industry topics: building a safe stair system; ventilation; siding installation; engineered tall walls and light-gauge steel beams.

January 24Lunch & Learn “Take Your Home Show Booth or Parade Home Over the Top in 2012”• 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.• Cost: $10 (includes lunch)• Jodee Bock, of Keller Williams Roers Realty and

Bock’s Office, will discuss how to get the most from your Home & Garden Show and Parade of Homes experience. Brush up on trade show basics, learn some new sales techniques for that “face-to-face” environment, and discuss ways to make your product stand apart from the competition. Bring questions!

Home Builders Association of F-M

Education OpportunitiesUnless otherwise noted in individual listings:

Classes are held at HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S. in Fargo.Contact (701) 232-5846 or kirsten@hbafm.com to register.

Sponsored by:

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!Get rid of those winter chills and jointhe HBA of F-M in its 3rd annual chili cook-off!

5 p.m. Feb. 9

Fabricators Unlimited828 NP Ave. N., Fargo

$20 per team*Team members will not pay GMM fee.

Company: _________________________________Chili Name: _______________________________Team Captain: _____________________________Team Members: ______________________________________________________________________Telephone: ________________________________

Register by Feb. 7. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before event.Return form to: HBA of F-M • 1802 32nd Ave S.Fargo, ND 58103 • P (701) 232-5846 • F (701) 280-1108.

Win the People’s Choice award and receive a grand prize from GMM sponsor,

valued at over $100!

Just want to taste?Cost: $12 pre-registered *by 4 p.m. Feb. 7 $20 at the door

Register at www.hbafm.com,email info@hbafm.com or call (701) 232-5846.

team RegistRation

1. Teams may consist of three individuals.2. Only one recipe per team.3. Chili must be homemade (from scratch),

prepared off-site and brought to venue in a crock pot or roaster! Please, no chili mixes or mixes with pre-measured spices. Sanitary preparation is appreciated. Team must bring their own electrical cord.

4. Chili must be ready to be served at 5 p.m. Teams can arrive at 4 p.m. to set up.

5. Entrants are encouraged to create a unique name for their chili.

6. Bowls, spoons, ladles, napkins, all the fixin’s (sour cream, onions, cheese, crackers, chips), punch and dessert will be provided by the HBA.

7. All attendees will receive two drink tickets. You may also bring your own beverage, but no glass please!

8. All attendees will be provided with judging criteria and will be allowed to vote for the People’s Choice award.

9. Dress is very casual – blue jeans and baseball caps allowed.

10. Contact Alison at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com by Feb. 7 to enter your chili and teammates.

FINAL RULE: All teams MUST PROMISE TO HAVE FUN, enjoy some friendly competition and eat as much food as possible.

Rules and guidelines:

Class Topic: 2011 NEC® Rules for Motors, Transformers, and Taps. Attend this year’s electrical continuing education course to find out the answers to questions like:

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of autotransformers? • What does the NEC® mean by “a tap?” • What does the “2.5% Z” on a transformer nameplate mean? • What is meant by “additive polarity” as it applies to transformers?

In addition to the NEC® rules for transformers, motors, and taps this course will review all the various transformer and motor connections; included is single phase, three phase and autotransformer connections plus the benefits of taking advantage of the tap rules the NEC® allows.

About the instructor: Tim Pull, instructor at North Dakota State College of Science for over 25 years in the electrical department, has a master electricians license for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has done more than 100 NEC® classes through the outreach and customized training division of NDSCS.

WHEN: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Jan. 13, 2012

WHERE: Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 19th Ave N, Fargo

REGISTER: (701) 232-5846 (701) 280-1108 (fax) kirsten@hbafm.com

NAME _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ___________________________NAME _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ___________________________NAME _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ___________________________NAME _______________________________ License # (MN/ND/SD) ___________________________

COMPANY ___________________________________________PHONE _________________________FAX _______________________EMAIL ___________________________________________________ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________________________CITY _____________________________ STATE ______________________ ZIP _________________Please use my credit card (circle one): Visa/Mastercard#________________________________________________________Exp.___________________ VIN (3 digits on back) ________________

Registration must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advance of the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class.

HBA Members: Full day (includes lunch): $65 Non-Members: Full day (includes lunch): $90

January 13, 2012 Electrical Continuing Education Registration

Return form to:HBA of F-M1802 32nd Ave SFargo, ND 58103(701) 232-5846(701) 280-1108 faxinfo@hbafm.comwww.hbafm.com

Fulfills 8hours of CODE

continuingeducation!

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead presents

HigH qualitye d u c a t i o nat a reasonable price!

Electrical Contractor Continuing Education

Satisfies continuing education requirements for electricians in North Dakota and Minnesota.

Thank you sponsors!

NAME_ _______________________________NAME_ _______________________________NAME_ _______________________________

COMPANY____________________________________________PHONE__________________________FAX________________________EMAIL____________________________________________________ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________________CITY_ _____________________________ _STATE________________________ZIP__________________Please_use_my_credit_card_(circle_one):_Visa/Mastercard#________________________________________________________Exp.____________________VIN_(3_digits_on_back)_________________

Registration must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advanceof the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class.

Return to: HBA of F-M • 1802 32nd Ave S. • Fargo, ND 58103 • Phone (701) 232-5846 • FAX (701) 280-1108

HBA_Members:_Full_day_(includes_lunch):_$75

Non-Members:_Full_day_(includes_lunch):_$100

About the instructor: Tim_Pull,_instructor_at_North_Dakota_State_College_of_Science_for_over_25_years_in_the_electrical_department,_has_a_master_electrician’s_license_for_Minnesota_and_North_Dakota._He_has_done_more_than_100_NEC_classes_through_the_outreach_and_customized_training_division_of_NDSCS.

REGISTER NOW!

Power Limited TechnicianContinuing_EducationMarch 9, 20128 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Class fulfills 8 hours of CODE!

Skills & Technology Training Center1305 19th Ave. N., Fargo

TopicsThis 8 hour session covers:• Understanding Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 Remote-Control, Signaling

and Power Limited Circuits • Communications Systems• Wiring Methods• Minnesota Requirements for PLTs and Basic Electrical Theory Review

Offered by Home Builder Association

of Fargo-Moorhead

Power Limited Technician Continuing Education

Mbr NonMbr

MinnesotaHotTopics:BuildingCode(1credit)............$14........ $20

BuildingaSafeStairway(1.8credits)...........................$28........ $40

BestPracticesonSidingInstallation(1.2credits)........$14........ $20

VentilationSavingEnergy(1.8credits).........................$28........ $40

LiteSteelBeamsandTallWalls(1.2credits)...............$14........ $20

TotalPaymentEnclosed________________Name:___________________________________________________Company:________________________________________________Address:_________________________________________________City,State,Zip:____________________________________________MNLicenseNumber:_______________________________________Phone:___________________Email:___________________________

Offered by Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead2012 Minn. Contractor Continuing EducationJan. 18 & Feb. 1

MARCH1,2012:DeadlineforMinnesotacontractorstosubmitdocumentstoDept.ofLabor&

IndustryforrenewaloflicensesexpiringMarch31,2012.

HBAofF-Mmembersandnon-membersarewelcometoattend!

Thesecourses,scheduledforJan.18andFeb.1,2012,arependingapprovalbytheMinnesotaDepartmentofLaborandIndustryfor7creditsforresidentialcontractorcontinuingeducationsatisfyingcredits(referencedtotheleft)towardcontinuingeducationforbuildingcontractor,residentialremodelingorresidentialroofingcontinuingeducationrequirementsforre-licensure.Thisincludestherequired1hourofenergy(forallcontractors).

Registrantsmustfilloutthisformandreturnwithpayment.

All registrations must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advance of the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class.If an approved class is cancelled, all fees will be returned within 15 days of the date of cancellation.

Classlocation:

ButlerMachineryTrainingFacility340133rdSt.S.,Fargo

ClassesarependingapprovalforsevenNorthDakotaProfessionalBuildercreditsthroughthe

NorthDakotaAssociationofBuilders.FormoreontheNDPBdesignation:www.ndbuild.com.

Returnformandpaymentto:HomeBuildersAssociationofFargo-Moorhead180232ndAve.S.Fargo,ND58103(701)232-5846•Fax:(701)280-1108

Checkone: Jan.18 Feb.1

Checkone: HBAMember Non-Member

Checkone: FullDay(7credits) Selectionsbelow Mbr:$95 NonMbr:$140

Ifnottakingfullday,selectfromoptions:

Tentative schedule for both dates:8-8:30 a.m. Registration8:30-9:30a.m. MinnesotaHotTopics:BuildingCode*9:30-9:45 a.m. Break9:45-11:15a.m. BuildingaSafeStairway**11:15a.m.-12:15p.m. BestPracticesonSidingInstallation**12:15-12:45 p.m. Lunch (served on-site)12:45-2:15p.m. VentilationSavingEnergy** (1hourofrequiredenergy)

2:15-2:30 p.m. Break2:30-3:30p.m. LiteSteelBeamsandTallWalls**

Both dates will include:*OnehouronMinnesotabuildingcodehottopicsbyMoorheadBuildingOfficialKurtWenzel.

**SixhoursfromDarrellGeorge,BuildingProducts,Inc.,onindustrytopicslistedabove.

HBA Minnesota Contractor Continuing Education Registration

Sponsoredby

Home Builders Association of F-M ‘Lunch & Learn’ Education Opportunity

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11NDAB Lunch & Learn:

‘Building Radon-Resistant Homes’• This90-minutewebinar,offeredbytheNorthDakotaAssociationofBuilders,willbeavailableateachlocal

Association.GetyourNorthDakotaProfessionalBuildereducationcreditsANDlearnaboutthiscost-efficienttechniquetomarketyourhomes!

• WatchthewebinarattheHBAofF-Moffice.• Costis$10.

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24‘Take Your Home Show Booth or Parade Home

Over the Top in 2012’• JodeeBock,ofKellerWilliamsRoersRealtyandBock’sOffice,willteachaclassonhowtogetthemost

fromyourHome&GardenShowandParadeofHomesexperience.Attendthisseminartobrushupontradeshowbasics,learnsomesalestechniquesforthat“face-to-face”environment,anddiscusswaystomakeyourproductstandapartfromthecompetition.Questionsanddiscussionarehighlyencouraged.

• Costis$10.

WHERE:HBAofF-Moffice,180232ndAve.S.,Fargo.Contact(701)232-5846orkirsten@hbafm.com.withanyquestions.

Please register the following person(s) for Lunch & Learn class date(s):

Jan. 11 Jan. 241) __________________________________________________________2) __________________________________________________________3) __________________________________________________________4) __________________________________________________________5) __________________________________________________________Name: ______________________________________________________Company: ___________________________________________________Billing Address (of Credit Card if used): _______________________________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip: _______________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one): Visa/Mastercard # ____________________________________ Exp.__________ VIN (3 digits on back) _____

Cost is $10 per person per class. Return form and payment to:

HBA of F-M1802 32nd Ave S.Fargo, ND 58103(701) 232-5846 phone(701) 280-1108 fax

All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least 24 hours in advance of the class. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received 24 hours before the class.