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HBA of F-M Executive Committee & Board of DirectorsDARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.(President and National Director)CARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.(President Elect and National Director) CLAY DIETRICH Dietrich Homes, Inc.(Treasurer)SYLVIA LUNSKI Design Direction, Inc.(Associate Vice President and National Director)TERRY LIPP Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting (Secretary) ShowroomTYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes(Past President and National Director)DirectorsKEN ANDERSEN KWA Constructors, Inc.STAN BIRKY Stan Birky Construction, Inc.HARRY GILBERTSON Harry Gilbertson ConstructionJOHN KOERSELMAN Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.PAUL KRABBENHOFT Coldwell Banker First RealtyDAN LINDQUIST (Nat’l Director) Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.NANCY MICHELSEN Vivid Interiors, LLCGARY ORTH Cornerstone Specialties, Inc.TODD RASMUSSEN Valley LightsTOM SPAETH Accent ContractingROBIN SWANSON Superior Insurance

Ex-officios to the board of directorsDON DABBERT, JR. Dabbert Custom Homes(Life Director)GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.(Senior Life Director)JASON EID Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.(NDAB President)JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.(Life Director and NDAB State Representative)KEN KRAJSA Bell State Bank & Trust(Life Director and NDAB Associate National Director)JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction, Inc.(Life Director)

HBA of F-M Staff

Home Builders Association of F-M1802 32nd Avenue SouthFargo, ND 58103(701) 232-5846 • (701) 280-1108 faxwww.hbafm.com • info@hbafm.com

BRYCE JOHNSON Executive Vice President JENNY ERICKSON Development & Project CoordinatorKRISTA MUND Communications ManagerMICHAEL OBACH Public Affairs CoordinatorAMANDA OHLSEN Director of Accounting & RecordsALISON STREYLE Events CoordinatorALLISON WECKMAN Membership CoordinatorMARIAH WENAAS Communications & Office Coordinator

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The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, N.D., 58103. The Plains Builder is mailed or emailed to all members of the HBA of F-M.

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The subscription rate of $15 includes 12 issues. This annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues.

2013 Plains BuilderJune 3

Features9 Fall Home Show booth reservations are open!9 Minnesota Fire Sprinkler Update10 U.S. Senate passes bill authorizing Diversion11 HBA’s hard work ensures that permanent flood protection progress continues: HB 1020 passes11 There’s a new code in town: 2012 International Residential Code update16 All employees, employers, trade contractors are accountable to OSHA18 HBA Celebrates another successful Parade, HBC’s 20th anniversary, Mund’s 15 years 21 Featured Homes raise over $10,500 for HBC23 HBA introduces employee assistance program at discounted rates for all member companies24 Member profiles: Dave Meyer Construction; Cass County Heating Inc.27 Remodeled Home Tour: Forms out in June29 Triple Player Spotlight: Tyrone Leslie30 PAC Spotlight: John Koerselman32 HBA advances on new Strategic Plan33 Member of the Month: Paul Krabbenhoft33 Meet your Public Issues Committee Chair: Paul Lindemann34 Interest rates yield no recession34 Spike Superstar: Brenda Martinson

In Every Issue:

4 News Briefs6 Local President’s Report11 Local Public Issues Report12 NDAB State Association Report14 BAM State Association Report15 NAHB National Public Issues Report24 Builder Member Feature25 Industry Spotlight26 Remodelers Council Report28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report36 Renewals37 New Member Report

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News BrieFs

Hires & Promotions• JamieStenseth has been hired

as the manager of ShowplaceKitchens. He brings forth a strong combination of 20 plus years of experience in customer service,

management and sales along with a diverse background in remodeling and new construction. Stenseth believes customer service, attention to detail and following your

project through completion are the keys to success.

• AngelaPogueandToryWilliamshave joined theRDOEquipmentCo.Field Support Office, Fargo.

• StarionFinancial has hired RobbyLundbohm as a business banking officer and DougLee as a mortgage processing specialist at the bank’s Urban Plains location, Fargo.

• BremerBank has promoted JenniferLund to vice president in treasury management in Fargo. She was previously an assistant vice president in the treasury management area.

• ThecityofMoorhead has hired MattMaslowski as the business development and retention service manager, KimCitrowske as assistant planner and TiaBraseth as community development program administrator.

• S&SPromotionalGroup, Fargo, has hired BenRheault as a screen printer and DenielleLeland and OliviaOlson as embroiderers.

• CornerStoneBank, Fargo, has hired JeffThomas as the senior vice president and business banking manager, RyanSchumacher as an operations assistant, and KristiNodsle and BrandiGreen as tellers.

• AndreaDinneen has joined BlueCrossBlueShieldofNorthDakota as manager of public relations.

• SteveBlazek has joined FirstInternationalBankandTrust

as a senior vice president/business banking manager.

• KathyHolman has joined the staff of Fiebiger,Swanson,West&Co. as an accounting technician.

• PropertyResourcesGroup, Fargo, has added JasonMorken to its real estate agent team.

• ButlerMachinery, Fargo, has hired BryantStilwellas a service technician.

• BlackRidgeBANK has hired GretchenSchoer as vice president of mortgage operations and underwriting in the BlackRidge Financial offices in Fargo.

• VISIONBank in Fargo has promoted JodyBenshoof to senior loan processor and JaymeKautzmanto assistant vice president of compliance.

• Two Fargo staff members, AvaArchibald and AnnRockswold, have been accepted into the partnership of EideBailly.

• ColdwellBankerFirstRealty in Fargo has hired NateCallens as director of marketing and MichaelWhite and KirkCarlson as sales associates.

• MooreEngineering has hired Laurie Beach as an accounting assistant and MarkDose as a project engineer in the firm’s West Fargo office.

• LexstarRealEstateServices, Fargo, has hired DanStanley as corporate financial officer.

Awards & Accolades

• KelliSimonsonwas elected as a new member of the board of directors atVISIONBank, Fargo.

• BrentKeller, S&SLandscaping, MattTollefson,OppConstruction and RyanHoss,BakerGardenandGift, all of Fargo, were named as top landscape designers in the 2013 North Dakota Nursery and Greenhouse Association Landscape Awards Program which recognizes outstanding work done by landscape professionals throughout the state.

• NormaStende, vice president and key account commercial line

account manager for WarnerandCo.Insurance, Fargo, celebrated her 40th anniversary with the agency in April.

• SidBerg, Colfax N.D., has been elected to the Minnkota Power Cooperative board of directors. Berg represents CassCountyElectricCooperative on the 11-member Minnkota board.

• DavidHalvorson, HalvorsonCompany,Inc., Fargo, has qualified for the Court of the Table of the Million Dollar Round Table. The honor recognizes Halvorson among the top professionals in the life insurance and financial services industry.

• DonAbarr,JohnSchumacher and JasonBedford, managers with AmericanFederalBank, have been selected to attend the Graduate School of Banking, Boulder, Colo.

• ACUITY has recognized InsureForward, Fargo, for the 25th anniversary of their business relationship.

• DawnLahlum, president of ParkCo.Realtors, Fargo, was featured in the summer 2013 issue of “Lives of Real Estate” magazine published by REAL Trends Inc., Castle Rock, Colo.

• FirstInternationalBank&Trust has joined the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation to help protect seniors at the Sheyenne Crossings Care Center in West Fargo. The bank is funding the Senior Crimestoppers program for people residing at the care facility.

• BergstromElectric, a Grand Forks-based electrical contracting firm with offices in Fargo, Bismarck, Devils Lake, N.D., Thief River Falls and Crookston, Minn., has been sold to its employees.

Realize your member benefits at www.nahb.org/ma

Through the National Association of Home Builders membership, you are entitled to discounts on vehicles,

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shipping, computers, car rentals, office supplies and more. Participating nationally known companies include: General Motors, FedEx, Office Depot, Dell and Hertz, to name a few. NAHB’s purchasing power means big savings!

Visit www.nahb.org/ma for more information on the Member Advantage Program.Nominations open for Builder, Associate of the Year

Each Fall, the HBA of F-M presents Builder and Associate of the Year awards at its Annual Membership Meeting in October. A committee made up of past winners and HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson is now accepting nominations for consideration. Call the HBA at (701) 232-5846, if you have suggestions.Sign up for Bogey with the Builders

The North Dakota Association of Builders will hold its golf tournament, Bogey with the Builders, June 18 at Bully Pulpit Golf Course in Medora. See page 15 for more details.HBA seeks Fall Home Show, Fall Parade of Homes sponsors

The HBA of F-M seeks sponsors for its Fall Home Show Sept. 27-28 at Scheels Arena and the Fall Parade of Homes Sept. 7-8 and Sept. 14-15. The Fall Home Show features over 80 exhibitors and attracts 1,000-3,000 consumers each year. The HBA promotes Fall Home Show sponsors through signage and inclusion in show advertising (print, radio and television). Parade sponsors will be promoted through the Parade magazine, on the HBA website, in the Plains Builder and in radio advertising. Contact Jenny at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.Charity Ride scheduled for Aug. 17

The Home Builders Care motorcycle/classic car ride is set for Aug. 17. Proceeds from the ride will benefit the Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation. Get out

News BrieFs

CHALLENGE

Guess 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.

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

Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year.

Hints:• She has three adult children and six grandchildren.

• She likes to travel, go whitewater rafting and tour the Parade of Homes!

• She went to college at Fairview school of Nursing - University of Minnesota.

Briefs con’t from previous pageyour motorcycles, classic cars and street rods and start buffing. Summer is here!

If you are interested in receiving information about the 2013 Charity Ride, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.Mark your calendar: Builder Appreciation Event July 24; Family Fun Aug. 15

Builders, mark your calendars to attend the HBA of F-M’s Muddy Boots Picnic July 24. Bring your crew for a free meal of brats, potato salad, chips and all the fixings on the HBA lawn.

Don’t miss a family fun night at the HBA’s annual picnic Aug. 15. Come join us for a barbeque dinner at Rheault Farm, entertainment and lots of bouncy games for the kids.HBA of F-M offers discount program through Verizon Wireless

The Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead has a discount program for builders through Verizon Wireless. Builder members may be eligible to receive 22 percent off monthly access calling plan fees, plus more!

To take advantage of this discount, go to www.mynpp.com and click ‘Join now’. After you register you will receive a username and password with directions to receive the discount.

If you have any questions, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.HBA welcomes nominations for board of directors

It will soon be time to elect members to serve on the HBA of F-M board of directors. The directors with terms expiring at the end of 2013 are: Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. and Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes. Guthmiller will remain on the board as an ex-officio for an additional year, serving as immediate past president.

The following board members are up for re-election: Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom; Todd Rasmussen, Valley Lights; and Tom Spaeth, Accent

Kitchen & Bath.The HBA has formed a committee

to discuss possible nominations for the two open Builder positions being vacated by Guthmiller and Leslie. Call (701) 232-5846 or send an email to info@hbafm.com, if you have suggestions or interest.Snow, Sladek keynote addresses available on DVD

The HBA of F-M has videos of the keynote addresses of Dennis Snow, Snow & Associates, Inc., and Sarah Sladek, XYZ University, at the November and March membership meetings available if you were unable to attend. Snow discussed customer service in a presentation called “Lessons from the Mouse: Mickey, That Is.” Sladek’s topic was on generational differences titled “The End of Work As We Know It – How Y Will Change Everything.” Copies of the presentations are for sale on DVD for $5. Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or info@hbafm.com.

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Darrick GuthmillerKochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.

hBa oF F-M PresideNt’s MessaGe

HBA's hard work ensures that permanent flood protection progress continues: HB 1020 passes

As many of you are aware from the numerous emails, updates, and calls to action you received, your HBA of F-M

was closely monitoring and participating in discussions at the N.D. Legislature regarding House Bill 1020. This bill contained appropriations for the North Dakota Water Commission along with funding for the F-M Area Diversion Project.

In mid April, joint efforts by several local business organizations were successful in another step forward to secure funding for the project. After our efforts to lobby the Senate for an amended bill that removed many of the stipulations that came out of the House, an acceptable version was carried to the Senate floor by Sen. Tony Grindberg (R - Fargo). Some of the specifics included: • The Diversion Authority will only be able to spend state

dollars for levee and dike protection.• The project can move forward once it receives federal

authorization, a project partnership agreement with the federal government and a federal appropriation of any amount for construction.

• The budget must be approved by the Water Commission.Read more about this issue on page 11.Thank you to everyone who took time to travel to

Bismarck or contact their legislators about this extremely important issue. Also, thank you to the legislators who were in favor of the F-M Area Diversion Project and supported its funding.

Please remember that we will need to continue to stay involved with this issue. Stay tuned for future updates and requests for action. There will be more work ahead.Fargo on the brink of 2012 IRC adoption

The city of Fargo is close to officially adopting the 2012 International Residential Code. Your HBA has been very involved in the process. We crossed a major hurdle last month as the Fargo Board of Appeals accepted our amendment to exclude Chapter 11 of the 2012 IRC and retain the energy provisions from the 2009 code. Our HBA Codes Committee found that the new energy provisions in the 2012 IRC could cause moisture issues in homes, add $5,000 - $10,000 to the cost of a home and would not provide any return on investment to the home owner in energy savings. The code with proposed local amendments will likely come before the Fargo City Commission this month. The HBA will host classes on the code changes with Fargo Inspections Administrator Ron Strand June 25 and 27. See page 11 for a full update and more details.

Another successful Parade of Homesis in the books

Our 53rd Annual Spring Parade of Homes was a great success with positive feedback from the Builders who participated. Thank you to all who help make this event happen. The quality of the product that our members construct makes our industry shine with professionalism. We appreciate all that you do. The Parade of Homes Celebration was May 9 with many door prizes and cash prizes handed out to attendees. See page 18 for a recap and details.Golf Outing

There is still time to sign up for the HBA’s Golf Outing June 10 or July 9. New this year, we have two afternoon flights to choose from! Take advantage of your Association’s most popular social event to get out in the fresh air, network with other members and possibly win some great door prizes. This year’s outing will be at Oxbow Country Club and includes a free golf clinic with lunch available. Check out page 8 or contact Events Coordinator Alison Streyle at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com for details. Remodelers: Get your projects ready for second annual Remodeled Home Tour

Our second-annual Remodeled Home Tour is coming up Sept. 14-15. While that may seem like a long way off, it truly isn’t. Now is the time for our remodeler members to think about those clients who may be interested in showcasing their remodeled home or room and opening it up to the public. Last year’s participants had wonderful feedback and we would like to see member participation in this event double from seven projects to 14! Contact Alison Streyle at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com for details, or see page 27.

DECKMASTERS is hiringDECKMASTERS is looking for a showroom manager

who enjoys working with people, is dependable, organized and highly motivated.BriefJobDescription:• Establish new deck and fence trade accounts• Maintain existing relationships• Design and estimate• Communicate all facets of DECKMASTERS’

products/services to all prospective clients.• Manage project jobs• Must have four years experience in construction.

DECKMASTERS offers competitive salary, health and dental insurance, pension plan program, with other additional perks and benefits.

Salary plus commissions.Email your resume to info@deckmasters.netDECKMASTERS(701) 232-4001Closing date for Job - June 30, 2013

2013 Plains BuilderJune 7

IBS registration opens in September

Member registration for the 2014 International Builders Show Feb. 4-6 in Las Vegas will open in early September. It’s never too early to start planning! Visit www.buildersshow.com for more details or contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

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Erickson completes Chamber leadership program

Development & Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson, HBA of F-M, graduated from The Chamber’s Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo program May 9 during a graduation ceremony at the Bluestem Center for the Arts.

The Chamber’s leadership program is centered on creating leaders through community training and leadership development. The program is designed to expose emerging and existing community leaders to the issues that face the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo region while challenging

and engaging participants to strengthen the community through service and leadership.

“Our leadership graduates leave this program with a sharpened sense of how they can positively impact this community,” said Craig Whitney, Chamber president and chief executive officer. “These individuals have been immersed in a powerful leadership experience that has given them knowledge, skills and dedication to achieve professional and organizational success.”

The Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce is a bi-state, regional federation of over 2,100 private, public and non-profit member firms representing more than 94,000 people. The largest local chamber in North Dakota and Minnesota, the Chamber advocates for a strong metropolitan community and supports the interests of its members, which are located in Cass and Clay counties and beyond.

Jenny EricksonDevelopment & Project Coordinator

November membership meeting will feature David Mitchell

Over 200,000 people have attended David Mitchell's “enter-TRAIN-ment” seminars on topics that include leadership, customer service, selling skills, and personal performance enhancement. Mitchell’s organization development consulting firm,

The Leadership Difference, was founded in 1995. Watch for more details on his November appearance soon!

Mark your calendar for HBA fall events!

Fall Home Show - Sept. 27-28

Fall Parade of Homes - Sept. 7-8 & 14-15

Remodeled Home Tour - Sept. 14-15

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Sign up now – limited availabilityFree Golf Clinic to all golfers

Attention Golfers! All abilities are welcome in the HBA of F-M annual Golf Outing. Sign up as a foursome or individually and we’ll place you on a team. We want to see a great variety of the HBA membership out for a great round of golf June 10 and July 9 at the Oxbow Country Club, located at 130 Oxbow Dr., Oxbow, N.D. Registration

There are only a select amount of spots available - so make sure to sign up soon! Forms are included in this issue of the Plains Builder or visit www.hbafm.com to download one. Great prizes are available on nearly every hole and each participant gets a chance at a variety of door prizes during dinner! Plus, a FREE golf clinic is available to all golfers prior to the event. A $5 lunch will be available during this time.Schedule:Golf Clinic .................................11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.($5 burger/chicken lunches available)Registration ....................................noon - 12:45 p.m.Rules/Announcements ..............................12:45 p.m.Shotgun start .................................................... 1 p.m.Dinner, awards, prizes ...................................... 6 p.m.Sponsorships still available

There are still a few sponsorships available for this event. Contact Alison Streyle now at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com to secure your spot.

A $250 sponsorship includes the following promotion for both event dates: • Company name on sponsor sign at a hole,

displayed during golf clinic prior to the event, during lunch and dinner, listed on scorecards, programs, HBA website, on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter, the Plains Builder.

• Company listing linked with company website and/or Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page.

Games on a hole Sponsor Game Prize#1............Gate City Bank ........................................................Norwegian golf .....................................$50 gift card#2............First International Bank & Trust .............................David Hasselhoff Challenge .................Golf Club#5............Heritage Homes ......................................................Hammerschlagen ..................................iPad mini#6............July only: Bell State Bank & Trust .........................Farthest from pin (on green) .................$50 gift card#7............Valley Title ..............................................................Minute to Win it ....................................$50 gift card#9............Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom .....Toilet chipping ......................................Cash prizes#10..........Choice Financial .....................................................Hoola hoop contest ...............................$50 gift card#11 Arvig Security Marshmallow drive 2 Legends Club seats for June 28/July 19 Twins game#13..........Becker Millwork & Doors ......................................Longest drive ........................................Golf gear#15..........HBA of F-M ............................................................Most balls in water ................................Golf shirt#17..........June only: TCI Insurance ........................................Chipping game ......................................TBD#18..........Norandex .................................................................Longest putt ..........................................Putter All Golf Sponsors ...................................................................Red Dot Game ......................................$50 Oxbow gift card

Golf Outing Full Event Sponsors:

ABC SeamlessAlerus Financial

Allied Building Products Corp.Anderson & Fercho, PLLC

Arvig SecurityBecker Millwork & Doors

Butler Machinery CompanyCass County Abstract CompanyCentral Minnesota Credit Union

Chase RealtyChoice Financial

Coldwell Banker First RealtyCornerStone BankDakota FasteningDawson Insurance

Designer Homes of Fargo-MoorheadEide Bailly LLP

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom

First International Bank & TrustGate City Bank

Hebron Brick SupplyHeritage Homes

Investment Consulting Services, LLC

Minnkota Windows, Inc.Norandex

Northland Truss Systems, Inc.One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

and Benjamin Franklin PlumbingPella Windows & Doors

Property Resources Group

RHR Construction Inc.Sandman Consulting PC - Structural

EngineeringStone Holding Company

The Title CompanyTwin City Garage Door, Inc.

Valley TitleWestern Products, Inc.

Western State BankJune 10 Outing Sponsors:

CabinetMakers, Inc.Cass County

Electric CooperativeCrane Johnson

Lumber CompanyGoodin Company

Network Cabling Services, Inc.Opp Construction

Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.

TCI InsuranceWidmer Roel PC

July 9 Outing Sponsors:Aggregate Industries - North Central Region

Appraisal Services Inc.Bank of the West

Bell State Bank & Trust BW Insurance Agency, Inc.Floor To Ceiling Carpet OneMid-States Truss CompanyNorthern Plumbing Supply

Wood Specialists, Inc.Golf Outing con’t on page 36

Thank you to all sponsors!(As of 5/16/12)

Tournament Sponsor: Blue Cross Blue Shield of N.D.

Beverage Sponsor:Innovative Foundation Support Works

Registration & Cart Sponsor:Marvin Windows & Doors

2013 Plains BuilderJune 9

Fall Home Show booth reservations are now open!

The HBA of F-M's Fall Home Show at the Scheels Arena Sept. 27-28 is now officially taking booth reservations from all HBA members! The Remodelers Council and the HBA have worked out a new layout with multiple booth options for optimal visibility and traffic for your company's exhibit.

The Scheels Arena offers over 46,000 sq. ft. of potential exhibit space that flows together from the moment consumers walk through the door. See the map below to see the booth availability and find out what fits best for your company! Plus, the seminars are in the perfect spot for consumers: easy to get to, by concessions and amongst exhibit space!

The HBA is looking at an aggressive advertising campaign to make sure the show's new look is promoted to the public as the place to be for your one-stop shopping for all home building and remodeling needs.

This show is for builders, remodelers and all other facets of the industry: windows, garages, landscaping, finance, etc. Please jump on board and support your Association in getting the Fall Home Show back on track and make it a full-service home show for the community to enjoy and the industry to grow. The Fall Home Show wants and needs your support.

Minnesota fire sprinkler updateby Michael Obach, Public Affairs Coordinator

As you know, the Builders Association of Minnesota and the HBA of F-M have been pushing and working every possible means to convince legislators from both bodies to eliminate the mandate requiring fire sprinklers in all new homes over 4500 sq. ft. Unable to get a separate bill specifically dealing with the mandate onto the legislative floor of either chamber, BAM was able to get language attached to the Senate version of the Omnibus Jobs Bill. Unfortunately, the final recommendation from the conference committee was to not include the sprinkler mandate prohibition in the committee report. There were also efforts to add it to the Omnibus Game and Fish Bill, but the amendment was perceived as not being germane to the actual bill itself and didn't make it past conference committee.

BAM will be focused on making the most out of the Administrative Law Judge hearing to be held sometime this summer. One other glimmer of light is that BAM has the 2014 legislative session before the new code goes into effect, giving opportunity to tackle the issue again, if need be.

Thank you to everyone that took the time to support these efforts, especially those that made the time to call or write your legislators. This issue is far from over. Continue to look for more updates, alerts and potentially some "Calls to Action" in the near future.

If you would like further updates or clarification on any of the information above, contact HBA Public Affairs Coordinator Mike Obach at (701) 232-5846 or mike@hbafm.com.

Fall Home Show now at Scheels

Arena!

See the new layout on the map

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U.S. Senate passes bill authorizing Diversion by Michael Obach, Public Affairs Coordinator

Although we are far from being finished fighting, there is one less hurdle preventing the Fargo-Moorhead region from building the much-needed Diversion. The U.S. Senate has passed a measure that would provide federal authorization for the F-M Area Diversion Project. The bill enjoyed the support of both North Dakota’s and Minnesota’s Senators. N.D. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp says, “I was pleased to vote in favor of passage of the Water Resources Development Act bill and to see it pass the Senate today on a strong bipartisan vote. This legislation is so important for communities throughout North Dakota and across the country. In a state like ours, where we are constantly dealing with water issues, whether it be too much or too little, this legislation allows critical projects to advance to address our water resource needs.”

This is the first step in the needed federal approval and appropriation for the project and the bill will next need to be passed by the House. N.D. Rep. Kevin Cramer told The Forum May 16 that this isn't likely to happen before this fall.

The WRDA of 2013 (S. 601) authorizes important Army Corps of Engineers projects that will create jobs, spur economic growth, and enhance the nation's economic competitiveness. The $1.8 billion Diversion Project would provide permanent flood protection for approximately

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2013 Plains BuilderJune 11

PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs

There's a New Code in Town: 2012 IRC Update

Fargo Inspections Administrator Ron Strand will instruct this class on the 2012 International Residential Code, its significant changes, and Fargo’s amendments. He will also update attendees on the International Energy Conservation Code and Chapter 11 residential energy provisions of the IRC. Fargo City Commission is set to vote on the 2012 IRC adoption soon, and implementation within the city and its extraterritorial jurisdiction will follow.Abouttheinstructor:

Ron Strand has been Fargo inspections administrator (building official ) for 27 years. He previously served as building official in Devils Lake, N.D. Strand has certifications as building inspector and plans examiner, and holds a journeyman plumbing license. He has served two

terms as the North Dakota Building Officials Association president and is a charter member of the board of directors for the five-state Region 3 Upper Great Plains Chapter of the International Code Council. He currently serves as Region 3’s Education Committee Chairperson and Nominating Committee Chairperson. Strand is an author and presenter of many seminars and articles regarding the International Code set.Details:

• 9 a.m. – noon• June 25 or June 27 (select one)• Cass County Electric Cooperative Community Room,

3312 42nd St. S., Fargo• Cost: Free to HBA members, and code officials; $20 for

non members• Register by contacting Mariah Wenaas at mariah@

hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846! Seating is limited.

HB 1020 passes the N.D. legislature; while our work is far from complete, we are still on track for permanent flood protectionby Mike Obach, Public Affairs Coordinator

Your HBA of F-M has been actively participating in discussions at the N.D. Legislature regarding the F-M Area Diversion Project. House Bill 1020 contained appropriations for the North Dakota Water Commission and specifically the funding for the Diversion. Concerns arose when last-minute amendments were attached to the bill containing the budget for the State Water Commission. These amendments were implemented without any previous discussion and had the potential of essentially “killing” the project in its current form. The HBA, the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerace, the Greater Fargo-Moorhead Economic Development Cooperation, the Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors and other community leaders recognized the necessity of permanent flood protection for the Red River Valley area and that it is the only solution that can protect us to a high enough elevation. Therefore the HBA became part of the Business Leaders Taskforce for Permanent Flood Protection. This entity has developed plans to engage members of the state Senate to seek removal of damaging amendments or at least modification to an acceptable means. In mid-April, this group was successful again in another step forward to secure funding for the project. After working tirelessly lobbying at the Senate for an amended bill that removed many of the stipulations that came out of the House, an acceptable version was carried to the Senate floor by Sen. Tony Grindberg (R-Fargo). Some of the specifics included: • The Diversion Authority will only be able to spend state

dollars for levee and dike protection.• The project can only move forward once it receives

federal authorization, a project partnership agreement

with the federal government, and a federal appropriation of any amount for construction.

• The budget must be approved by the Water Commission.This bill then went to a conference committee between

the House and Senate. A few amendments were put in place, including a stipulation from Rep. Clark Williams (D–Wahpeton) that the Corps of Engineers cannot begin working on the southern half of the project until July 1, 2014. Sen. Grindberg did not object to this inclusion, as no work in that sphere is slated to begin until after that date. Committee Chair Al Carlson (R–Fargo) said in The Forum, April 29, “It gives them more time to develop those plans and let all interested parties and affected parties have input on that.”

However, Diversion Authority Chairman Darrell Vanyo was amenable to the changes and considered the bill’s final version as being successful for continuation of efforts to build the Diversion. Of utmost importance was the fact that this final bill, unlike the version that initially came out of the House, included the full $450 billion allotment (provided that the federal government match up to that level).

Once the bill was approved by the conference committee April 25, it went back to both chambers for a final vote. HB1020 passed the state House and Senate April 29, and was signed by the Governor May 2.

Thank you to everyone who made efforts to contact legislators and a special thanks to the members and staff that traveled to Bismarck to speak directly to legislators on this important issue. Hearing from you is what will make a difference to our legislators and may result in a favorable outcome.

Please remember that we will need to continue to stay involved with this issue, as funding is considered at the Minnesota legislature and at the federal level. Stay tuned for future updates and requests for action. There will be more work ahead.

If you would like more information on the bill, contact HBA Public Affairs Coordinator Mike Obach at (701) 232-5846 or mike@hbafm.com.

2013 Plains Builder June12

Jason EidNDAB President, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.

Doreen RiedmanNDAB Executive Officer

News FroM the North dakota associatioN oF Builders

President’s Message

More than 20 representatives from the North Dakota Association of Builders and local associations will participate in the NAHB Legislative Conference June 5 in Washington, D.C.

Some of the major issues we will discuss with our state’s congressional delegation include:

• Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) Bill: This has passed the Senate and now moves to the House. If successful, it will authorize funding for numerous water projects, including the F-M Area Diversion.

• National Flood Insurance Program: The concerns of home builders and home owners on the potential cost increases in federal flood insurance policies.

• Tax Reform: The preservation of the mortgage interest deduction is a major goal, since 70 percent of home owners claim this deduction.

• Immigration Reform: We support a fair and workable employer verification system and market-based visa program to ensure workers for the construction industry.

State Building Code Amendment ProcessThe State Building Code Advisory Committee

(SBCAC) is in the process of amending the new State Building Code which will take effect Jan. 1, 2014. NDAB has one representative on this nine-member committee, Hap Hildebrand, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc., in Fargo.

Currently, the State Building Code follows the 2009 International Codes, and the SBCAC is now considering amendments to the 2012 International Codes. NDAB has submitted numerous amendments relating to the energy code requirements in the International Residential Code and the International Energy Conservation Code. More information can be found at: www.ndbuildingcodes.com.

Here is the schedule for updating the SBC:• July 23-24, public hearing of the SBCAC to

receive comments and develop recommendations on the proposed amendments.

• Week of Aug. 12, DCS will send out the recommendations by the SBCAC on the proposed amendments to the eligible voting towns, cities, counties, and committee members.

• Sept. 10-11, meeting of the eligible voting jurisdictions and voting individuals to vote on the proposed amendments.

• Jan. 1, 2014, effective date of the updated North Dakota State Building Code.

Legislative Wrap-UpThe 63rd Legislative Assembly has

completed its work, and NDAB fared quite well during this session. Here are highlights on the 115 bills tracked by NDAB:• Supported One-Call Notification: Worked with a coalition to amend the process to allow for 21-day locates, up from 10 days. Whitelining is now required, though residential projects are exempt

from this provision. Fines increased to $25,000. Bill passed.• Opposed New Construction Unemployment Insurance

Classification Changes: This would have raised premiums for others in the construction groups. Bill failed.

• Opposed Fire Sprinkler Legislation: This had potential for code exemptions that could lead to residential fire sprinkler requirements. Bill failed.

• Opposed Changes to State Building Code Advisory Committee: Would have changed the committee makeup without prior discussion among entities. Bill failed.

• Supported Sales Price Disclosures: Though we preferred some privacy aspects, this bill now provides sales price disclosures on real estate. Appraisers lobbied for this legislation to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Bill passed.

• Supported Bank of North Dakota Residential Mortgage Loan Program: Allows small community banks to provide mortgage loans in cooperation with the Bank of North Dakota and its professional mortgage lending department. This was supported by bankers as well. Bill passed.

• Supported Regulation of Scrap Metal Dealers: This bill, championed by Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem, will help prevent further theft of copper wire. Bill passed.

• Supported Housing Incentive Fund: Now provides $20 million in tax credits, in addition to another $15 million for shovel-ready projects statewide. Bill passed. (If you’re paying N.D. income taxes, contribute to the Housing Incentive Fund to get full tax credits. See www.ndhfa.org for info.)

• Supported F-M Area Diversion Project: We supported the F-M Area Diversion project that will provide $450 million in state funds for permanent flood protection. Bill Passed.

• Supported Infrastructure Funding for Oil Impact Areas: We encouraged the Legislature to ensure that needed funding for roads, emergency services and other infrastructure are provided. Communities in those areas require funding to ensure the bonding of various projects. The final bill appropriated $1.14 billion in funding for hub cities (Williston, Minot and Dickinson), as well as for infrastructure, hospitals, schools, roads, and much more. Bill passed.

• Accessibility in New Buildings: For buildings over 7,500 sq. ft. and in the assembly, business, educational, institutional and mercantile classes of the International Building Code, automatic door openers will now be required. If part of a strip mall, only spaces in excess of 7,500 sq. ft. would be required to have the automatic doors. NDAB monitored this legislation but took no position.

2013 Plains BuilderJune 13

News from around the state...a monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders

on news from each local association

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association • (701) 222-2400Roxy Jacobson, Executive Officer • www.bmhba.com• On June 13, the BMHBA will be hosting the Annual Picnic at The Post. We’ll

have a silent auction benefiting the Bismarck State College Scholarship fund that evening, as well as a special auction for an authentic, vintage BMHBA member sign donated by member Lori Willson.

• The Annual PAC Golf Tournament will be July 16 at Hawktree Golf Course. Get ready for a fun day out on the links with sponsors at every hole and a dinner to cap off the event. The spaces for this event are limited and sell out quickly. So, make sure to sign up as soon as you get a registration form.

• Get ready for the Sporting Clay Shoot at Capital City Sporting Clays Aug. 29. We’re shooting for a really great time! Bring your rifle and safety glasses and get ready for a great day out on the course.

• Mark your calendars for the Fall Parade of Homes, Sept. 26–29.Dickinson Area Builders Association • (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer, Executive Officer • www.dickinsonareabuilders.com• Our scholarship deadline is June 15. DABA Scholarships will be named and

awarded Aug. 1.• Golf Scramble coming up in July, watch for the date and other details.• Annual Family/Employee Picnic will be held at the Eagles Park Wednesday

Aug. 14. Watch for additional information.• General Membership Meetings start up again Sept. 11 at Lady J’s Club &

Catering.Forx Builders Association • (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald, Executive Officer • www.forxbuilders.com• We have buyers for the 2013 Project House and are sending out bid packages

already for the 2014 Project House.• The rain has stopped long enough for a nice day for our Sporting Clay Shoot.

We want to thank Andersen Windows & Doors for sponsoring the event as well as all the station sponsors for a great time.

• Tim Shea’s Nursery will be hosting their Builders after Hours July 16. It should be a fun time!

Minot Association of Builders • (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad, Executive Officer • www.minotab.com• Annual Trap Shoot and Picnic will be held June 3 at the Minot Gun Club.

Steak dinner hosted by Real Builders.• MAB/NDAB Annual PAC Fishing Excursion is set for June 22 at Indian

Hills, Lake Sakakawea. Fish fry hosted by Joe and Beth Stenvold.• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Update revisions have been completed and final

review is underway.Williston Area Builders Association • (701) 572-5744Jessica Taylor, Executive Officer • www.willistonbuilders.com• Welcome to our two new board members, Bill Tracy, City of Williston

Building Department, and Mark Hoxmeier, Whitetail Heating & Cooling.• WABA is preparing for our first Parade of Homes Sept. 20-21. A committee

has been meeting regularly to iron out details to present to our membership.• Thank you to Gary Wendell and Doug Lalim for your time served on the

board. Good luck with future endeavors.

Don’t leave money on the table: check out member rebate program

No one likes to leave money on the table. So, what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nation’s leading housing industry product suppliers? Well, now you can!

The North Dakota Association of Builders’ Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line.

For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use, and when you close on a home or project, you’ll be putting money back in your pocket.

Both Builder and Remodeler companies, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program, and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer. No change needed in your business practices

Besides the money, the next-best part of the program is that it doesn’t change the way you do business. You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products. NDAB does the paperwork, collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directly!Register online

To start receiving your rebate, please register online at www.hbarebates.com/ndab.html.

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News FroM the Builders associatioN oF MiNNesota

Top 10 reasons to be a memberAre you saving money with your Builders Association

of Minnesota membership? Membership delivers value for your business and bottom line, and it's a 3-for-1 deal giving your company three times the benefits. Check out the perks and make sure you’re getting the most value from your membership. Reasons it’s good to be a member are also reasons to become a member. Check out these resources and more at www.bamn.org/membership. Drum roll please...Number10.Legislativewins

Every year the government tries to make changes to the way you do business. That’s where we come in. BAM is at the state Capitol and has been for over 35 years. Together we are 3,000 member businesses, which means our voice at the Capitol is strong. We’ve successfully fought countless harmful bills over the years. BAM members meet year round to decide what to fight and what to promote for business and the industry.Number9.Codewins

Every three to six years the government gives us a new building code. Thankfully, BAM combs through the proposed codes and fights for safe, durable and affordable housing. Your BAM membership buys you a seat at the codes table. We’re there fighting for you and we’re good, too.Number8.Legalprotectionandlegalwins

“You can’t handle the truth!” (Actually we know you can.) Court decisions impact your business, and just one can radically change your insurance rates or flip the home warranty around. Enter BAM. Your membership means we’ve got your back. BAM has a legal fund to fight member battles that affect the whole state. Members make decisions about which cases to take on, and we have a darn good track record. Number7.Discounts

Cha ching! A cool part of BAM membership is the discounts on stuff you use. Members have access to discounts on fuel at Holiday and office supplies at Office Depot as well as a 22 pecent discount on your Verizon plan. You can take that savings straight to the bank! We have a rebate program that gives you money back and we haven't even talked about the perks at your local and national associations! These awesome savings can more than pay for your annual membership. Sold!Number6.Quality,affordableinsurance

Are you covered? The residential construction industry requires special insurance coverage. As a BAM member you have access to high quality, discounted coverage from The Builders Group for workers’ comp and from Corporate Four for general liability.Number5.Contracts

Don't waste your hard earned money and your precious time creating your company contracts. BAM has it taken care of! We have six quality contract templates available for download for members-only. Drafted by attorneys that specialize in residential construction, and updated when the law changes, these contracts are available in Microsoft Word

and Adobe pdf formats so you can download and edit the contracts right on your computer. These contracts are worth over $10,000. That will pay for your membership for years to come!Number4.Codeguides

When the government puts out a new code, we get the language, but they don't tell you HOW to build to it. BAM does. For members only we put together detailed code guides - written by experts - so you know exactly how to build to the new code. This is one of our most popular resources, downloaded the most by members. We’ve also been known to create a few alternate methods. A new set of codes will be out in 2014, so look for the new code guides.Number3.Information,the411,theskinny

In addition to discounts having your back, fighting for you, and providing tools and resources you need to do your job well (wow that's a lot!) BAM membership also means information! We make sure you're in the know. Giving you the details on what's happening in the industry, the economy, at the Capitol and right here at BAM. We’re tweeting, blogging, posting on Facebook, emailing, writing white papers and more. Like us on Facebook - follow us on Twitter - sign up to receive our blog - and stay in the know!Number2.Getsomeaction

Membership means being in on it. You get:• Influence. Make decisions about real issues that affect your

business including laws and codes that govern the industry. BAM has several working committees on which members can serve. These committees make important decisions and we want YOU!

• Leadership Training. Being involved on a committee, on the BAM board of directors and/or the executive committee provide you with leadership training. Making decisions for 3,000 member businesses takes leadership. Interested?

• Political education. At the Capitol it’s all about politics, and this is not a drill - it’s the real deal. It’s messy, and awesome, and one of the coolest parts of being an American. The question is, “What can you do for your industry?”

• Networking. Each year BAM holds events drawing statewide attendance. Our Day at the Capitol (free for members) during the legislative session allows you to talk with your legislators and fellow members. All BAM events give you the chance to meet new people, learn something new and grow your business - all possible with BAM membership.

AndtheNUMBERONEREASONtojointheBuildersAssociationofMinnesotaisUNITY

The residential construction industry is a huge economic driver for the state economy. We contribute $1.3 billion annually in income for Minnesota residents and more than 19,000 jobs. BAM - as the state association - is a collaboration of all 13 local associations across our great state. We exist because we know we’re stronger together.

Membership means being the voice of the industry at the State Capitol, the regulatory agencies and in the courts. And membership means banding together as a collective to work for a better industry, a better economy and a better state.

2013 Plains BuilderJune 15

News FroM the NatioNal associatioN oF hoMe BuildersNews FroM the NatioNal associatioN oF hoMe Builders

Golf OutingTwo Afternoon Flights

June 10

July 9

See page 8.Sign up now before

it’s too late!

‘Bogey with the Builders’ at Bully Pulpit June 18

Register today for the 16th Annual Bogey with the Builders state golf tournament at Bully Pulpit Golf Course in Medora Tuesday, June 18! This tourney benefitting NDAB-PAC and BUILD-PAC is being held in conjunction with the NDAB’s summer Board of Directors’ meeting. Visit www.ndbuild.com for a registration form and sponsorship opportunities.

Thank you to our sponsors!(as of 5/22/13)PlatinumSponsors

• Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead*• Montana Dakota Utilities*• State Auto Insurance/Dawson Insurance*• Lyons Concrete Construction

* denotes NDAB Annual Sponsors SilverSponsors• Bremer Bank• Innovative Foundation Supportworks• Miller Insulation Co., Inc.• Minot Association of Builders*• Sam’s ClubBronzeSponsors• Bell State Bank and Trust*• Butler Machinery Co.*• Forx Builders Association*• Kirkwood Bank and Trust*• North Dakota Housing Finance Agency*• Roughrider Electric Cooperative• Williston Area Builders Association*GolfHoleSponsors

• American Bank Center• Dickinson Area Builders Association

Bringsomeone new.

Sharethe experience .

Expandyour network.

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event.

SEE YOU THERE!

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All employees, employers, trade contractors are accountable to OSHA by Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Loss Control Safety Consultant Jeff Aafedt, North Dakota's Workforce Safety & Insurance, says he regularly sees many safety infractions, primarily fall protection issues, within the residential construction industry locally. According to Aafedt, additional Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspectors have been hired in the state, as the federal organization focuses on fall protection.

He also said there is a widespread misconception among general contractors and trade contractors that if they stop hiring employees, and establish everyone as 1099 sub-contractors, they do not have to follow OSHA safety requirements. Thisisnottrue. OSHA has a multi-employer citation policy that applies to construction sites.

The National Association of Home Builders, HBA and WSI have multiple resources available to members including the following: • A brief overview of the multi-employer citation policy

and how to manage the policy: this is available at the HBA office.

• WSI has a Safety Management Program. It provides North Dakota employers with a safety assessment and help setting up a safety plan. The employer will be eligible for a 10 percent premium discount for successful participation. There is also an additional

15 percent discount available through participation in WSI’s Safety Action Menu program. Aafedt points out that participation in these programs not only saves a company money, but gets it ready to pass an OSHA inspection with flying colors.

• NAHB webinar replay titled “How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection” available for free to HBA members: http://www.nahb.org/page.aspx/generic/sectionID=2204

• Multiple NAHB resources on general safety and OSHA: http://www.nahb.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=207226&fromGSA=1

• As of press time, the HBA was in the process of setting up a Lunch & Learn with Aafedt on the top infractions he sees, what OSHA will look for in an inspection, WSI’s services and to answer questions. Watch future communications for more details.If you have further questions, or want more information,

contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846 or Aafedt at (701) 298-4982.

Muddy Boots Picnic

July 24 at the HBA

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Bring your crew for a FREE lunch on the HBA!

2013 Plains BuilderJune 17

Stella StormwaterEPA Storm Water Enthusiast

Storm water compliance highlight: Storm drain inlet protection

The following information was taken from the Environmental Protection Agency’s website that offers fact sheets on the various “best management practices” that contractors can use to comply with storm water regulations.

Storm drain inlet protection measures prevent soil and debris from entering storm drain drop inlets. These measures are usually temporary and are implemented before a site is disturbed.

There are several types of inlet protection:• Excavation around the perimeter of the drop inlet:

Excavating a small area around an inlet creates a settling pool that removes sediments as water is released slowly into the inlet through small holes protected by gravel and filter fabric.

• Fabric barriers around inlet entrances: Erecting a barrier made of porous fabric around an inlet creates a shield against sediment while allowing water to flow into the drain. This barrier slows runoff while catching soil and other debris at the drain inlet.

• Block and gravel protection: Standard concrete blocks and gravel can be used to form a barrier to sediments that permits water runoff to flow through select blocks laid sideways.

• Sandbags can also be used to create temporary sediment barriers at inlets. For permanent inlet protection after the surrounding area has been stabilized, sod can be installed. This permanent measure is an aesthetically pleasing way to slow storm water near drop inlet entrances and to remove sediments and other pollutants from runoff.

ApplicabilityAll temporary inlet protection should have a drainage

area no greater than one acre per inlet. Temporary controls should be constructed before the surrounding landscape is disturbed. Excavated drop inlet protection and block and gravel inlet protection are applicable to areas of high flow, where drain overflow is expected. Fabric barriers are recommended for smaller, flatter drainage areas (slopes less than 5 percent leading to the drain). Temporary drop inlet control measures are often used in sequence or with other erosion control techniques.Siting, design considerations

With the exception of sod drop inlet protection, install these controls before any soil disturbance in the drainage area. Excavate around drop inlets at least one foot deep (two feet maximum), excavating a volume of at least 35 yards per acre disturbed. Side slopes leading to the inlet should be no steeper than 2:1. Design the shape of the excavated area such that the dimensions fit the area from

which storm water is expected to drain. For example, the longest side of an excavated area should be along the side of the inlet expected to drain the largest area.

Stake fabric inlet protection close to the inlet to prevent overflow onto unprotected soils. Stakes should be at least three feet long and spaced no more than three feet apart. Construct a frame for fabric support during overflow periods, and bury it at least one foot below the soil surface. It should rise to a height no greater than one and a half feet above the ground. The top of the frame and fabric should be below the downslope ground elevation to keep runoff from bypassing the inlet.

Block and gravel inlet barriers should be at least one foot high (two feet maximum). Do not use mortar. Lay the bottom row of blocks at least two inches below the soil surface, flush against the drain for stability. Place one block in the bottom row on each side of the inlet on its side to allow drainage. Place half-inch wire mesh over all block openings to prevent gravel from entering the inlet. Place gravel (three-fourths to half-inch in diameter) outside the block structure at a slope no greater than 2:1.

Do not consider sod inlet protection until the entire surrounding drainage area is stabilized. Lay the sod so that it extends at least four feet from the inlet in each direction to form a continuous mat around the inlet. Lay the sod strips perpendicular to the direction of flows. Stagger them so that the strip ends are not aligned. The slope of the sodded area should not be steeper than 4:1 approaching the drop inlet.Limitations

To increase the effectiveness of these practices, use them with other measures, such as small impoundments or sediment traps (United States Environmental Protection Agency, 1992). In general, storm water inlet protection measures are practical for areas receiving relatively clean runoff that is not heavily laden with sediment. They are designed to handle drainage from areas less than one acre (California Stormwater Quality Association, 2003). To prevent clogging, storm drain control structures must be maintained frequently. If sediment and other debris clog the water intake, drop inlet control measures can actually cause erosion in unprotected areas.Maintenance considerations

Check all temporary control measures after each storm event. To maintain the capacity of the settling pools, remove accumulated sediment from the area around the drop inlet (excavated area, area around fabric barrier or block structure) when the capacity is reduced by half. Remove additional debris from the shallow pools periodically. The weep holes in excavated areas around inlets can become clogged, preventing water from draining out of the pools. If that happens, it might be difficult and costly to unclog the intake.Effectiveness

Excavated drop inlet protection can be used to improve the effectiveness and reliability of other sediment traps and barriers, such as fabric or block and gravel inlet protection. The effectiveness of inlet protection alone is low for

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2013 Plains Builder June18

HBA celebrates another successful Parade, HBC’s 20th anniversary, Mund’s 15 yearsby Alison Streyle, Events Coordinator

The HBA of F-M membership celebrated a very successful Spring Parade of Homes May 9 at the Ramada Plaza & Suites. It was a perfect night to recognize all the HBA Builder participants who put beautiful homes on the 53rd annual Parade.

Over 100 members attended and had the chance to win one of over 25 door prizes plus, gamble by taking part in our regular 1/4, 1/4, 1/2 game with a chance to win up to half the pot and were able to congratulate a winning student chapter team, honor Home Builders Care's 20th anniversary and thank HBA Communications Manager Krista Mund for her 15 years of service to the Association!

The evening’s door prizes were donated by Peter Johnson, Cornerstone Bank; Terry Becker, Becker Millwork & Doors; Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust; Gate City Bank; Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design, Inc.; Kristi Ulrich, Heritage Homes; and Tom Wilson, Rigels, Inc.

Topprizewinnerswentto:1stGrandPrizeof$800 – Kristi Ulrich, Heritage Homes2ndGrandPrizeof$400 – Dawn Cruff, RHR Construction, Inc.3rdGrandPrizeof$250 – Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. (he donated the full $250 to the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades)

First-timeParadeEntryCategoryWinnerfor$100 - Radiant HomesMultipleParadeEntryCategoryWinnerfor$100 - Dave Meyer Construction

OtherBuildercashdrawingwinners:$100 – BMW Homes$100– Building Concepts, Inc.$50 – Ryland Homes$50 – Jordahl Custom Homes$50 – Labellken Homes$50 – KWA Constructors, Inc.

¼,¼,½winners:1/4 - Nola Radermacher, RHR Construction, Inc.1/4 - Nick Hofer, BMW Homes, Inc.1/2 - Ben Lyng, Dietrich Homes

TwoConsecutiveMeetingswinner:Christina Mehl, Design Direction, Inc.

THANK YOU:Builder Fusion

Parade of Homes Builders, subcontractors and suppliersHBA’s Parade of Homes Committee

Hornbacher’s StoresPhotographers

All of those who contributed to the success of this event.

BMW Homes, Inc.Building Concepts, Inc.

Carpenter HomesCornerstone Specialties, Inc.

Dabbert Custom Homes

Dakota Developments Construction, a division of Adams Development

Dave Meyer ConstructionDesigner Homes of

Fargo-MoorheadDietrich Homes, Inc.

Differding Signature HomesEid-Co Buildings, Inc.Engberg Builders Inc.

Equity Home Builders, LLCHanson Bros., Inc.

Harry Gilbertson ConstructionHeritage Homes

Holly & Company Classic HomesJ.V. Hough, Inc.

Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc.Krueger Construction, Inc.

KWA Constructors, Inc.Labellken Homes

Luxe Custom HomesPaula Rae Homes & Gardens, Inc.Platinum Home Contracting Inc.

Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc.Radiant Homes

RHR Construction Inc.Rick Halvorson Construction

Ryland HomesSerenity Homes of

Fargo-Moorhead, LLCStone Ridge Builders, Inc.

Stylemark Builders Inc.T & S Custom Homes, Inc.

Terry Becker Construction, LLCThomsen Homes, LLC

Titan Homes Inc.Turn Key Construction, Inc.Tyter Design & Construction

Urban Prairie Homes

Thank you to allBuilder participants!

Thank you Parade of Homes sponsor!

Thank you Parade of Homes Celebration sponsor!

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at least 48 hours notice in advance to North Dakota One-Call. This

law is designed to protect you. Safe digging is no accident, always

call 811 before you dig. One free, easy call gets your utility lines

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Emcee Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom, awards the top three prizes: $250 to Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc. (center); $400 to Dawn Cruff, RHR Construction, Inc. (second from left); and the Grand Prize of $800 went to Kristi Ulrich, Heritage Homes (right).

Parade of Homes CelebrationMay 9 • Ramada Plaza & Suites

Ben Meland, Radiant Homes wins the "First-Time Parade Participant" category for $100.

Nick Hofer, BMW Homes, Inc., wins a $100 cash prize.

Dave Meyer, Dave Meyer Construction, wins the "Multiple Home Entry" category for $100..

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Thank you! Parade of Homes

Celebration Sponsor

Thank you Table Top Sponsors

These sponsors help fund the programming seen at membership

meetings throughout the year.

Bell State Bank & TrustBlue Cross Blue Shield of ND

Cass County Abstract CompanyGate City Bank

Matrix Properties CorporationMonica Hart Interior Design, Inc.

Nodak StoresNorthland Truss Systems, Inc.

Featured homes raise over $10,500 for HBCThe four featured homes on the 53rd Annual Parade

of Homes raised $10,648 dollars for the Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation! Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead, Dietrich Homes, Inc., Heritage Homes and Radiant Homes volunteered their homes to be

“featured” and welcomed over 2,100 consumers into their homes! Featured homes must be priced over $500,000.

Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead’s house was located in The Wilds at Westport development in West Fargo at 1035 47th Pl. W. and was priced at $869,900. Dietrich Homes, Inc.’s house was in West Fargo’s Shadow Wood

development at 439 35th Ave E and was priced at $839,000. Heritage Homes’ house was located in Fargo’s Osgood development at 4345 Beach Ln S and was priced at $699,500. Radiant Homes’ house was located in the Silverleaf development in Fargo at 6118 27th St S and its home was priced at $799,000.

These homes’ individual features included a stone fireplace, professional Thermador kitchen, theater room, custom bar, Jenn-Air Appliances, 8’ x 5’ tile shower, chef’s pantry, black lacquer custom cabinets, man-cave, copper accent roof, curved roof canopy and charming porch.HBC celebrates 20 years

The Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation is proud to celebrate its 20 years of existence this year and celebrated with cake and balloons at the Parade celebration. The HBC is the HBA’s charitable

arm. Its mission is to support skill training, education and projects related to the housing industry.

Over these 20 years HBC has:• Awarded $157,688 to 192 students in scholarship dollars

since 1995• Graduated 173 students from the Herdina Academy for

the Construction Trades over the past 16 years• Provided over $850,000 for projects and organizations• Built a Habitat for Humanity home with the HBA of

F-M in 2012• Partnered with Habitat for Humanity for a Women's

Build in 2007• Rehabilitated a 100-year-old home in Fargo's

revitalization district with HBA of F-M's Remodelers Council. The house sold for $135,000 to an income eligible family through the city of Fargo's first-time home buyer program

• Coordinates an annual motorcycle/classic car ride that has raised almost $13,000 over the past nine years Fargo Motor Patrol also presented a $4,000 donation to HBC's president Chad Maloy, Gate City Bank, as HBC was the chosen charity to donate funds to from Fargo Motor Patrol’s annual Fish Fry that was held in February. HBC will continue to partner with Fargo Motor Patrol for this event each February.Thank you to everyone who has supported, donated to

or volunteered for the HBC over the years. Every ounce of your efforts is appreciated more than words can say. You have all helped touch many lives in our community and are helping make sure the upcoming workforce is strong and capable to build an even brighter future!

HBA president Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.; Parade Featured Home builders Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Ben Meland, Radiant Homes and Kristi Ulrich, Heritage Homes, present HBC’S President Chad Maloy, Gate City Bank, a check for $10,648, the amount raised from their Parade of Homes Featured Homes. Money raised will go to HBA of F-M’s charitable arm, Home Builders Care. Builder not pictured: Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead

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Krista Mund celebrates 15 years at the HBA!

A milestone was celebrated during the evening's events for the 15-year anniversary of HBA's Communications Manager Krista Mund. All members were able to participate in a trivia game quizzing how well they knew Mund and were able to win some HBA gear. Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc., was the trivia winner! Mund’s family, staff and members thanked her for her hard work and dedication to the Association with a gift and photo slideshow.

Mund with her husband, Paul, and their two daughters, Noelle and Annie.

Thank you for 15 years, Krista!

2013 Plains BuilderJune 23

HBA introduces employee assistance program at discounted rates for all member companiesby Krista Mund, Communications Manager

All HBA of F-M members should have received an email from The Village Business Institute introducing a new member benefit: The HBA of F-M Employee Assistance Program Consortium. It offers valuable services such as face-to-face counseling, formal referral for job performance, customized employee and management training and crisis management to all HBA members at a discounted price through a yearly contract. Up to ten employees will be covered at a yearly rate of just $288! For each employee over ten, companies pay $2.40 per employee per month.

Research for companies using Village Business Institute Employee Assistance Program shows:• 39 percent lowered absenteeism,• 39 percent reduced unearned wages,• 11 percent improved productivity, and• 26 percent of employees reported general improvement

in health!This benefit was previously offered through the Fargo-

Moorhead Home Builders Health Plan & Trust to health plan participants only. It is now available to all member companies. If you are interested in learning more, or have questions, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

Did you know?• At least 10 to 20 percent of any workforce is facing

personal problems.• Smart employers know that personal problems can

reduce an employee’s work performance up to 50 percent.

• Return on investment research conducted by Village Business Institute has shown its EAP services reduced absenteeism by 39 percent just 30 days post EAP counseling.

• It makes sense to offer EAP services to your employees for their wellbeing and for the good of your organization.

Diversion Bill con’t from page 10200,000 residents in North Dakota and Minnesota. It also authorizes the establishment of a program for soil moisture and snowpack monitoring in the Upper Missouri River Basin to reduce flood risk and improve river and water resource management.

“Securing federal authorization is a key step to building the flood protection our area needs,” says Darrell Vanyo, Cass County Commissioner and chair of the F-M Diversion Authority. “The Diversion Authority thanks members of the U.S. Senate for their support, and we ask members of the U.S. House to take up the issue soon and pass this important legislation.”

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hBa oF F-M Builder aNd associate MeMBer Feature

Cass County Heating Inc.by Mariah Wenaas, Communications & Office Coordinator

Cass County Heating Inc. was founded in 1949 in Casselton, N.D. Barry Johnson, current owner and president, bought the company in 1993. The previous owners mainly serviced Cass County and the surrounding smaller towns, but when Johnson took over the company, they eventually moved the shop and office to West Fargo and now service a 60-mile radius.

The company’s original focus was on installation of heating and cooling equipment for residential, new construction and commercial, as well as service work and maintenance of the equipment.

Johnson has a lot of experience in the industry. He has worked as a well driller, plumber, farmhand and a heavy machinery operator. He graduated from North Dakota State College of Science with an associate of science degree in sheet metal. After college, he worked for Schulz Heating in Dilworth, Comfort Masters Mechanical in Moorhead and Robert Gibb & Sons in Fargo.

When asked what sets Cass County Heating Inc. apart from the rest, Johnson says, “Our knowledgeable and experienced technicians are hardworking and we pride ourselves in excellence. Our company is fair and honest. We strive to excel in quality customer satisfaction.”

Cass County Heating Inc. now specializes in in-floor heating, zoning, gas fireplaces, high-efficiency heat pumps and custom fabricated duct systems. The company also has a few new and exciting things going on right now. It has a used oil division called Used Oil Solutions which sells Reznor used oil fired unit heaters and boilers for commercial and industrial use and is the tri-state distributor for North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota.

Although new, interesting things are happening with the company, there are challenges as well. The biggest challenge for Cass County Heating Inc. is finding qualified employees who want to work in the trade long-term. The company has started an in-house continuing education program for new and existing employees. It also offers

Barry Johnson, presidentCass County Heating Inc.

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Dave Meyer Constructionby Mariah Wenaas, Communications & Office Coordinator

Dave Meyer Construction was founded in Moorhead in 1988. Dave Meyer, president and owner, started the company after doing all phases of construction as a sub contractor, and building three homes for his family over the years. Meyer decided that it was a natural fit for him to build homes to sell.

The company’s original focus was doing finish work for other builders, both residential and commercial.

Meyer has an extensive background in the industry. He has a two-year degree in construction, which covers all phases of building. Over the years, he has worked for other builders, partnered in a cabinet shop and worked general construction, both residential and commercial. In 1987 he began subcontracting finish carpentry for other builders. In 2008, he began building homes as Dave Meyer Construction with his wife Doreen and their son Jerod.

When asked what sets Dave Meyer Construction apart from the rest, Meyer says, “We try to make each home something unique for each home buyer. We set high standards for our own workmanship and the trade partners working with us. We want every home owner to take pride in the home they purchase from us. Drawing from my education and experience gives us an advantage in the home building industry.”

Dave Meyer Construction now builds homes in all price ranges. “We can build from one of our designs or a custom home for you,” says Meyer.

Something new and exciting for Meyer and his company is that more technology is being incorporated in the homes. This gives home owners the ability to control and monitor a variety of things such as temperature, audio, video, lights, locks and garage doors, all from a smart phone or iPad.

The company is not without its challenges. One of the biggest challenges that Dave Meyer Construction faces is making housing affordable without sacrificing the quality. “We like to educate the general public about making wise decisions on having to scale back for affordability,” says Meyer.

Dave and Doreen MeyerDave Meyer Construction

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The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry:

Plumbing - Contractor, Supplier; Heating and Air Conditioning - Contractor, Supplier; Floor Heating;

Ventilation Systems; Sprinkler Systems & Lawn Staging; Fireplaces - Contractor, Supplier; Geo-thermal Heating

Accent PlumbingAire Serv of Fgo Mhd

Automatic Heating CompanyCass County Heating Inc.

Comfort Masters LLCComfort Point, Inc.

Cote Mechanical, LLCCross Plumbing & Heating, Inc.D.J.’s Plumbing & Heating Inc.

Dakota Heating & Plumbing, Inc.Dakota Refrigeration, Inc.

Don’s PlumbingElite Heating and Air Inc.

Falk Drilling, Inc.Falk Ground Source Technologies, Inc.

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting ShowroomG & T Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

Goodin CompanyGrant’s Mechanical, Inc.

Greener Plains ContractingHanson’s Plumbing & Heating

Hastings Comfort Solutions, LLCHeartland Plumbing Inc.

Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.Jeff’s Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, Inc.

Lako Drilling, Inc.Laney’s, Inc.

Midwest Heating & Air, Inc.Midwest Mechanical Construction LLC

North Star Plumbing & Heating, Inc.Northern Plumbing Supply

Northern Turf Management, Inc.One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning and

Benjamin Franklin PlumbingPetermann Plumbing & Heating Co.

Peterson Mechanical, Inc.Pfaff Plumbing & Heating, Inc.Precision Plumbing, Electric,

Heating & Cooling, Inc.Quality Heating & Air, Inc.Refrigeration-Heating, Inc.

Ridgway Irrigation & Lawn LLCRobert Gibb & Sons, Inc.

RRC Specialties, Inc.Runger’s Heating and Air Conditioning

S & S Landscaping Company, Inc.Schall Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

Shermans LLCSun Mechanical, Inc.

Team SalesThoreson Plumbing, Inc

Valley Service Heating & Air ConditioningWestern Products, Inc.

Wrigley Mechanical, Inc.

hBa oF F-M iNdustry sPotliGht

Don’s Plumbing • Donald Schatzke2109 5th Ave. S. • Fargo, N.D. 58103

(701) 280-0562

What is your company’s focus?

“We are a small father-and-son plumbing operation that specializes in service and remodeling in both residential and commercial properties.”What is the latest trend in your industry?

“Home owners are not only remodeling to update, but

also for visual appeal and ease of use. People are going for more permanent end results with remodeling such as granite countertops and tile showers. More color is being used in faucets and fixtures.”What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“Home owners and general handy men doing plumbing remodeling without a license or knowledge of how to properly perform the work is an ongoing challenge that the industry faces. Repairing the job to bring things up to standards is time consuming and costly to the home owner. We try to provide services and direction to avoid those costly repairs.”

Don Schatzke, Jerry SchatzkeDon’s Plumbing

Elite Heating and Air Inc • Steve Hutcherson501 6th St. S. • Wahpeton, N.D. 58075

(701) 591-1400What is your company’s focus?

“We specialize in commercial, industrial and residential HVAC service, installation, maintenance and weatherization. We also have a coil coating division that specializes in increasing equipment longevity.”What is the latest trend in your industry?

“The HVAC industry in general continues to utilize the ever changing

computer, thus developing a new type of service tech. The trend is going from being hands on to now relying on the computer. To me, this isn’t always a good thing. Too many people are relying on the computer to tell them what is wrong instead of figuring it out on their own. The computer is not always correct.”What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it?

“The biggest challenge I see is the lack of service technicians and the decreasing enrollment into HVAC trade schools. I see our workforce in America shifting away from trades and thus causing a shortage in the HVAC technician market.”

Steve Hutcherson, presidentElite Heating and Air Inc.

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2013 remodelers Council

Tom SpaethAccent Contracting(Vice Chair)

Member CompaniesABC Seamless

Accent ContractingACME TOOLS

Allied Building Products Corp.Braaten Cabinets Inc.

Casselton Lumber, Inc.Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.

Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction, Inc.

Fargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting

ShowroomFiske Construction, LLP

Foam Doctor’s LLCGranites Unlimited

Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc.Homemakers Villa

Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity

Laney’s, Inc.Marvin Windows & DoorsMinnkota Windows, Inc.

NorandexOpp Construction

Property Resources GroupRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead

Area, Inc.Red River Electric, Inc.RRC Specialties, Inc.

Rusco Window CompanySimonson LumberSmart Spaces, Inc.Stenerson Lumber

Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding CompanySyverson Tile & Stone

Twin City Garage Door, Inc.Western Products, Inc.

ChairUrsula HegvikSmart Spaces, Inc.

Dan BeecherFoam Doctor’s LLC(Past Chair)

News FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers couNcil

Remodelers Council celebrates National Home Remodeling month

We didn't have many nice spring days, but were fortunate that one of them was the day of the Remodelers Council Picnic. With warm temperatures and sunny skies, we served over 100 people at the annual Remodelers Council Picnic on April 26th to kick-off May as National Remodeling Month.

A huge thank you to our sponsor, Dakota Supply Group and to Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor's, for supplying the grill. Remodelers Council members Dan Beecher, Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting, and Bob Roers, Laney’s, Inc., served as grill masters for the picnic and did a fantastic job.

Bryce Vanderwerff, Red River Electric, Inc. and Steve Breyer, Stenerson Lumber, each won a $50 giftcard to Scheels on behalf of DSG!

Thanks to everyone who came out to support the remodeling side of our industry. If your company is involved in remodeling, consider joining the Remodelers Council. Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232- 5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com for more information.

Thank you sponsor!

Above: Picnic sponsor Dakota Supply Group brought a great crew!

Above: Bob Roers, Laney’s, Inc.; Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s LLC; and Tom Spaeth, Accent Kitchen & Bath, all Remodelers Council members, grill for over 100 members who came out!

Above: HBA members enjoying the beautiful weather.

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Entry applications are now available for 2nd Annual Remodeled Home Tour Sept. 14-15! Applications are due Wednesday, July 17. This is the time to be making sure you have projects ready and moving to have them complete for the Tour.

Taking before and after pictures is extremely useful for homeowners as it helps them realize that these major transformations are possible for any home! See the images on this page of a kitchen/living room remodel done by the Tour's Platinum Sponsor Accent Kitchen & Bath.

Remember, the Tour accepts almost any type of remodel from bathrooms to landscape makeovers. Having possible clients looking at your work first-hand is the absolute best way to promote what you do. Entry cost is $600 for the first entry and $225 for each additional entry. With this entry fee you receive ample promotion through TV, radio, print, online and our wonderful full-color magazine that ties in with the Fall Parade of Homes.

If you have any questions, please contact Alison Streyle at (701) 232-5846 or alison@hbafm.com.

Left and below: Before and after pictures of a remodeling project done by Accent Kitchen & Bath.

Left: Before pictures of a remodeling project done by Accent Kitchen & Bath. See an after picture on the cover of this issue.

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2013 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees

MIKE ANDERSON(Vice President)

DAN PARROW(Secretary)

BOB KOCHMANN(Treasurer)

DAVE ANDERSON(Past President)

CASEY BECKERLEGCARL BLANK

RANDY CRAMERJESSICA GRONDAHL

BRAD MORRISANDY NELSON

ERIC ROKKE

CARLITA DIETZ(HBA Liaison)

Bierschbach Equipment & Supply

ISR Homes

Kochmann Brother Homes, Inc.

Dave Anderson Construction

Stenerson LumberStructural Materials, Inc.NAI North CentralNodak StoresCasselton Lumber, Inc.Lavelle CompanyRokke Construction

Jay Dietz Construction, Inc.

The foundation, created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization.

It was established with funds donated by HBA members, fundraising events and the HBA itself. The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder, remodeler, and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition, construction, and remodeling.

The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge. Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work.

PresidentChad MaloyGate City Bank

News FroM the hoMe Builders care FouNdatioN

HBC accepts donations from Fargo Motor Patrol, Parade featured homes

Home Builders Care celebrated its 20th anniversary at the Parade of Homes Celebration May 9. In addition to a cake, Home Builders Care was pleased

to accept donations from the Fargo Motor Patrol Fish Fry and Parade of Homes featured homes.

Thanks to our collaboration with the Fargo Motor Patrol at their 50th annual Fish Fry, Home Builders Care received a donation of $4,000. Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, attended the event, donated items for the auction, or volunteered at the auction. We are looking toward 2014 and how we can make this event even better.

This year, four generous builders offered their Parade home to be featured on the Parade of Homes. These homes brought in $10,648 for Home Builders Care. A big thanks to Aaron Greterman and Robert Leslie Jr., Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead; Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.; Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes; and Chris Hawley, Ben Meland and Austin Morris, Radiant Homes for volunteering their projects for this fundraiser. With 2,130 consumers viewing the homes, this year was one of the most successful in raising funds for Home Builders Care. Some of the homes special features included a professional Thermador kitchen, 2-sided stone fireplace, panoramic pond views, wine cellar, entertainment zone, man-cave, charming porch and copper accent roof.Herdina Academy going on now

The Herdina Academy for the Construction trades runs June 3-14. Students will be at Minnesota State Community & Technical College building sheds, experiencing a variety of trades and working in the electrical and plumbing labs. If you are interested in the Academy, we encourage you to go out and take a look at the activities taking place. The Herdina Academy runs from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check out the July issue of the Plains Builder for pictures.Charity Ride coming up

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Charity Ride, Aug. 17. The planning committee will be working on a great route for you!

Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust, and Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc., present Home Builders Care President Chad Maloy, Gate City Bank, with a donation of $4,000 to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation on behalf of the Fargo Motor Patrol's annual fish fry.

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Mark your calendar for the 10th annual Charity Ride Aug. 17

Home Builders Care is excited for the 10th annual motorcycle/classic car ride. Get out and start buffing! August will be here before you know it.

If you are interested in receiving information about the 2013 Charity Ride, please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

CHome Builders Careharity Ride

Tyrone LeslieHeritage Homes

Thank You Herdina Academy Adopt-A-Student sponsors

• Ryan Hoss, Baker Nursery Garden & Gift• John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.• Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction• Dave Kraemer, Dave Kraemer Cabinets & Construction• Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.• Dave Kraemer, Minnesota State

Community & Technical College• Chuck Chadwick, Moorhead Community &

Technical College Foundation• Kade Bussinger, Network Cabling Services, Inc.• Mark Wentz, Red River Electric, Inc.• Dawn Stoneberg, Roers Construction

and Development, Inc.• George Blank, Structural Materials, Inc.• Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC• Jeff Swenson, Twin City Garage Door, Inc.

Adopt A Student!Help area high school students

attend the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades!

What is the academy?This program introduces high school students to

specialty occupations in the construction industry. Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals, learning about occupations, tools, safety requirements, and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry! There is no other program like this for students to experience the home building business, hands-on, mentored by area contractors.

For more information or to become a sponsor contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com.

Contribute

$75

Triple Player Spotlight: Tyrone Leslie

Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes, has been an HBA of F-M member since 1998, is a past president of the Association and serves as a state and national director. He has shown his commitment and love for the Association and building industry in many ways over those 15 years

through events like the Parade of Homes and the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show and his continued involvement and support of the HBA’s advocacy efforts.

Leslie became a Triple Player in 2012 through a donation of at least $365 to both the Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation and investment in the North Dakota Association of Builders’ political action committee, in addition to paying the annual HBA dues.

“I choose to give to both HBC and PAC because I believe in giving back to the industry that has given me so much. I also believe we as an industry need to protect our industry from legislation/regulation that could hurt our businesses and its future,” says Leslie.

Leslie is an active PAC contributor and is chairman of the HBA of F-M PAC Committee which works with the Public Issues Committee to coordinate fundraising

efforts for both the North Dakota Association of Builders’ and the National Association of Home Builder’s political action committees. NDAB-PAC backs candidates who are friends of the building industry and help promote voting for candidates and issues that affect the home building industry.

He says that he had always been taught as a child to give back to your community, industry and neighbor and by being an active member and giving to both HBC and PAC he is staying true to his values. He also hopes that it encourages other member companies to do the same and create a strong, member-supported association.

“Supporting and giving back is just the right thing to do. We should all be encouraging the members we work with to give what they can because if everyone gave just a little think about the big difference we could make!” says Leslie.

HBC helps support the future workforce for our industry through programs like the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades which allows students to experience a variety of construction-related activities during a two-week session and also by awarding scholarships to local students pursuing degrees in the construction industry.

If you are interested in learning more about HBC or PAC and becoming a Triple Player, please contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846.

Mark your calendar!2013 Remodeled Home Tour • Sept. 14-15

First Entry cost: $600

Additional Entries’ cost: $225

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2013PAC Contributors

$1,000Mike Arnold, Accent Contracting

Terry Becker, Terry Becker Construction, LLC

Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes

Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.

Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.

Bryce Johnson, HBA of F-MNancy Kelly, Heartland Labor

John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.

Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust Robert Leslie, Jr., Designer Homes of

Fargo-MoorheadDan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist

Construction, Inc.

$500Jeff Swenson, Twin City

Garage Door, Inc.

$365Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.

Rodney Paseka, Hebron Brick Supply

$100+Rick Berg, Goldmark Property

ManagementTerry Cullen, Cullen Insulation, Inc.

Nancy Michelsen, Vivid InteriorsRoger Olson, Sig Olson & Sons

Plastering, Inc.Deborah Pierce, Northland

Truss Systems, Inc.Mark Spriggs, M & J Construction

of Moorhead, Inc.Reed Stigen, Home Heating,

Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Mark Voxland, Voxland Electric

PAC Spotlight: John Koerselman,Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.Gold Key $1000

John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc., is a $1,000 Gold Key Contributor to the North Dakota Association of Builders Political Action Committee.Why do I contribute to the HBA’s political action committee?

“I contribute because I have seen firsthand the important issues that face our industry. When we have members step up and work together, our voice is heard. We can accomplish tough issues such as sprinkler systems, property taxes and the Diversion.

If we don’t contribute or work together, there is no doubt that we’ll be less successful. We need every member to contribute what they can.”Why is NDAB-PAC important to my business?

“The NDAB-PAC is important to my business because by contributing and being involved I continue to be successful as a business owner and it gives me an opportunity to have a voice in legislation.”What is the most important benefit from having a Political Action Committee?

“With the Political Action Committee, we are given the opportunity to work with candidates and leaders at all levels before and after they are elected. By building relationships with these candidates/leaders, they are able to understand the Association’s issues facing our industry.”

John KoerselmanRed River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc.

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.What do PAC dollars do?

With your sponsorship dollars, the Association can raise more PAC dollars. PAC funds are then split three ways to be used nationally, statewide and locally. Each dollar raised helps elect friendly candidates at all three levels of government. A portion of your contribution is passed along to BUILD-PAC, the National Association of Home Builders’ Political Action Committee, one of the most recognized and well-respected PACs in Washington, D.C. Another portion of your contribution is earmarked for contributions to candidates for local, county and other elections.

Most importantly, local Association members decide who to support in local elections to help elect those candidates most friendly to the housing industry. Please consider becoming a PAC contributor. Contact Mike at (701) 232-5846 or mike@hbafm.com.

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Keep your eyes open for HBA Lunch & Learn opportunities

The HBA of F-M Education Committee is working to provide you with some great Lunch & Learn opportunities in the next couple of months. Watch your email and upcoming Plains Builders for more information.

The next Lunch & Learn, “Health Care reform: Employers’ Strategies for the Future,” has been moved from May 23 to July 31. Explore the impacts of recent changes to health care and how they might impact employers and employees. This Lunch & Learn will include timelines for your business’s future compliance and information on health care exchanges, including what they are and how they impact your company.Abouttheinstructor:Pat Bellmore is the regional

manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield of N.D. He has 28 years of industry experience, is a Certified Health Consultant and spent many years as a group benefits consultant with Blue Cross, which administers the HBA’s self-funded health plan.Details:

• 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.• July 31• Cass County Electric Cooperative community room,

3312 42nd St S, Fargo• Cost $10 (includes lunch)

To register, if you have suggestions on future Lunch & learn classes or have any questions about the education schedule, contact Mariah Wenaas at (701) 232-5846 or mariah@hbafm.com.

National Association of Home Builders

Webinars• Time: 1-2 p.m.• Cost:

Remodelers Council Fee: $19.95HBA Member Fee: $24.95Non-member Fee: $44.95

• Register: www.nahb.org. Type class title in search bar.

June 12Remodeling Market OutlookEconomics and Research series

Want to know where the remodeling market is headed right now? Now that new construction is recovering, how will this affect the remodeling industry? During this webinar, David Crowe, NAHB’s chief economist, and Kermit Baker, director of the Remodeling Futures Program at Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, will discuss the strength of the residential remodeling market in 2013 and 2014. Presented by NAHB Remodelers

June 19How to Develop and Implement a Safety and Health ProgramBusiness Improvement series

One of the most important aspects of preventing costly construction accidents is implementing a safety program. An effective safety program can save lives, but it can also literally save a company thousands of dollars. This webinar will focus on why a safety and health program is important and will identify the easy steps for creating and implementing a successful program. Presented by NAHB Multifamily

HBA of F-M Golf OutingTwo Afternoon Flights

Members only...

June 10 and July 9

See page 8.Space is filling up fast.

Register today!

See inserted form to register.

Calling all Builders!Your HBA of F-M is partnering with the city of

Moorhead to host this free lunch meeting to discuss opportunities for you and home buyers in Moorhead, including:• Make Moorhead Home Property Tax Rebate – new

construction AND remodeling.• First & New Program for first-time buyers of newly

constructed homes (no-interest $5,000 special assessment loan).

• City-owned lots for sale.• Marketing updates – Realtor seminars, advertising and

more.Whether you are currently building in Moorhead,

or if you would like to learn more about Moorhead opportunities, please attend this meeting. Elected officials and city staff look forward to this opportunity to share information with you, and to hear from you how to sell more homes and grow Moorhead together. As requested by builders, this will be a small-group meeting to allow discussion time.Details:• 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19• Cost: Free! Meal will be provided.• Location: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave S, Fargo.• Register by June 17: (701) 232-5846 or

mariah@hbafm.com.

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HBA advances on new strategic plan

The HBA of F-M board of directors and staff met in March to engage in a strategic planning session. With Sarah Sladek, XYZ University, acting as facilitator, the group discussed current membership trends and identified opportunities for bolstering the HBA’s membership value proposition, relevance and ways to ensure the Association’s long-term success. There

is still much work to be done. You should have received a short survey last month gathering information about your views of the Association, and your businesses’ wants and needs. Please complete the survey by June 14 to help ensure your HBA knows what its members need.

The following is a brief report on the planning session and what the board and staff need to do in their next steps:1. Identify the Association’s value proposition.

The HBA board and staff will create a mission statement that accurately and briefly communicates the value of membership and the unique niche HBA fulfills. Currently the mission statement talks about what the HBA does.2. Invest in technology

The lack of technology was frequently cited as an obstacle to growth and relevance. According to Sladek, technology has become a defining member value, which means the absence of technology is considered sufficient reason for members to disengage from an Association. It is no longer an option or a luxury, and technology must be a priority for the HBA going forward.3. Establish programming, services and member benefits

based on current member needs.The membership value system is shifting in light of

economic decline, rapidly changing technology and demographic shifts. There is more competition than ever before and in turn members are demanding a greater return on investment. The HBA board identified several industry

challenges and areas where HBA could provide valuable programming, services and benefits. The ability to respond to and help resolve these industry challenges for members will be key to HBA’s future success.4. Identify a younger target market

Presently, the most active members are ages 52 and older. Sladek says that this aging demographic within the Association is a reflection of what is happening in our industry. Boomers are concerned about workforce development, skills development, leadership development and succession planning within their businesses. Our HBA has an opportunity to take a leading, influential role and be a valuable resource to member companies in each of these areas.

It is also an opportunity for HBA to think about its ability to engage the next generation of members, leaders and volunteers. While HBA is very successful at engaging Boomers, the Association really needs to engage the up-and-coming generation of professionals ages 38-50 and be aware of and responsive to what professionals in this age bracket want and need.5. Clarify and act upon the vision of the staff and board.

Knowing exactly what the HBA wants to achieve in the coming years is critical to the Association’s short-term and long-term success. It should be a shared vision that excites and motivates everyone and it should include a measurable goal.6. Complete the Strategy Building Plan and update every 90

days.Sladek gave us homework – a one-page strategic plan – to

fill in. It will contain key messages, tactics and goals of the Association. This one-page plan will be used at every board and staff meeting to maintain focus on the Association’s key objectives. By updating the priority objectives every 90 days, the Association will benefit from delegation and be able to easily track its progress and success.

If you are interested in becoming more involved in your HBA, or have feedback for us as we proceed in making this new plan, please contact Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

Bryce JohnsonHBA of F-M Executive Vice President

Despite the challenges, Meyer loves what he does. “What I like best about the job is the satisfaction of knowing we have created a home that our buyers can be comfortable in and proud of,” says Meyer.

Being in the construction business in the F-M area as long as he has, Meyer was always aware of the HBA of F-M, but did not realize the true value of the Association until he started Dave Meyer Construction and began building and selling homes.

To anyone interested in the industry of building and selling homes, Meyer has this advice to give, “If you are going to be a builder, do it because you enjoy it. Keep your quality and standards high. Build a home that you and the home owner can be proud of.”

Dave Meyer con’t from page 24

employees a wage and benefit package including 401k, profit sharing and paid time off.

Even with the challenges, Johnson likes what he does. “I enjoy the day-to-day experiences with people and customers. It has been exciting to see how the HVAC products have improved and have become more technically advanced and efficient over the years,” says Johnson.

When asked about why he joined the HBA of F-M, Johnson says, “HBA is a well known organization that has great opportunities and benefits for our employees.”

To anyone who may be interested in starting out in the industry, Johnson advises them to take advantage of all training opportunities, to take on responsibility and become a leader.

Cass County con’t from page 24

Dave Meyer Construction3921 5th St. S.Moorhead, Minn. 56560(701) 866-5235www.davemeyerconstruction.com

Cass County Heating Inc.528 16th St. N.E.West Fargo, N.D. 58078(701) 282-0264

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HBA of F-M executive vice president, Bryce Johnson, presents Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty, with the Member of the Month award.

Fun facts about Krabbenhoft:• My favoritecolor: Blue• Lastvacation/tripItookwasto: Northern Ontario for a

fishing trip.• Myhometownis:a farm five miles South of Moorhead• Mydreamjobis:What I am currently doing!• ThefirstthingIwoulddo/buyifIwonthelottery: That’s

a scary thought!

Member of the Month: Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realtyby Krista Mund, Communications Manager

Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty, has been a real estate agent for 23 years and has been with Coldwell for the past six years. He was elected to his first term on the HBA of F-M’s board of directors beginning Jan. 1, 2013, but has been active on HBA committees for several years, serving on the Public Issues Committee and participating as needed with legislative and advocacy efforts for both North Dakota and Minnesota. However, Krabbenhoft first became active with the HBA in 1999. He was marketing new construction homes and had an entry in the Parade of Homes. The following year, he joined the Parade of Homes Committee. He became involved with the HBA so that he could be a part of the promotion of new construction homes in the F-M area. He became interested in serving on the board when asked by a fellow member.

“Since 1992 I have been active in new construction development as a Realtor in various capacities. I had participated in multiple Parades of Homes and other HBA events,” he says. “I feel I bring to the board and the Association another dimension of knowledge and

experience. I hope to be of benefit to the HBA and the local building industry.”

Krabbenhoft enjoys being part of a diverse group of people involved in the local building industry. He sees the board’s activity as something that positively impacts both the members and community.

“The history of the HBA of F-M speaks for itself,” he says. “This Association has continually shown its benefit, through membership, to our local, state and national communities. The board brings ideas together to improve our building industry and then effectively implements those ideas through its membership.”

Away from the HBA and work as a Realtor, Krabbenhoft is an active marathon runner and enjoys outdoor activities with his grandchildren. He

has been an elected Clay County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor since 1985 and is also part of the Clay County and Moorhead Planning Commissions.

Fun facts about Lindemann:• FavoriteserviceprovidedbyHBA: The office and staff is a

very valuable source of guidance and information.• FavoriteserviceprovidedbyNAHB:IBS - Vegas baby!• Whatyouneverknewaboutme: I enjoy throwing clay pots

on a potter’s wheel.• Favoritevacationspot: Mexico, Dallas, Texas, Portland, Ore.

and Anchorage, Alaska.• VIPsI’vemet: Mike Tice, Len Dawson and Gregory Hines• FavoriteTVprogram: Breaking Bad• Lastbookyouread: Miles to Go Before I Sleep by Jackie

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Paul LindemannLindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc.

Meet your Public Issues Committee Chairby Mariah Wenaas, Communications & Office Coordinator

Paul Lindemann, Lindemann Finish Carpentry, Inc., has been a member of the HBA of F-M for nearly six years and is on his third year as a part of

the Public Issues Committee, of which he just became the Chair this January.

Public Issues is important to the HBA because it provides political and legislative protection to the industry. This helps to keep end user costs down and maintains competitive pricing while still providing safe, quality housing.

Lindemann joined the committee because he was looking to get more out of his HBA membership. “I firmly believe in the philosophy, ‘You get out what you put in.’ It has definitely worked out for me. Also, I asked a mentor of mine what I could do to get more involved, and he suggested the Public Issues Committee,” says Lindemann.

The Public Issues Committee is currently seeking permanent flood protection for the F-M area. Lindemann

says, “There has been a lot of effort on behalf of the HBA and other business leaders during the 2013 N.D. legislative session. Furthermore, there have been significant victories as a direct result of this effort. However, we need continued support. We need as many people as we can get who are in support of the Diversion to talk to their peers and attend Diversion events. We all need to get the facts and spread the word as to why the it is so very important to the future of the F-M area. This issue is not only important to our industry specifically, but it also has direct implications to the future of Fargo as a vibrant and growing city.”

Outside of work and HBA activities, Lindemann loves to go downhill skiing and spend time on the pontoon at the lakes in the summertime. He and his wife Stephanie will be celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary in November.

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Spike Superstar

Brenda Martinson

Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead

50.50 credits

Brenda Martinson, Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead is a Life Spike Member with 50.50 spike credits.

She currently sits on the Member Retention committee and is an HBC Past President.

We appreciate all that she does to help the association succeed!

Thankyouforsupportingthe

industry!Yourhardworkisappreciated.

Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., GraphsandLaughs, LLC

Interest rates yield no recession

While quarter one GDP growth was 2.5 percent, it will probably be the best performing quarter of the year. Add to that continued contractionary fiscal policy in the form of both the sequester and the Fiscal Cliff deal, continued weak employment growth, declining exports and a lackluster manufacturing sector and suddenly recessionary fears are palpable. After all, a recession will inevitably come

and it has been almost six years since the start of the last one. Aren’t we kind of due? Turns out, the answer is no, no and no! If history is any guide - and it’s a very good one in this case - there is no recession in sight.

Since 1970 there have been seven recessions, and interestingly enough, each one has been preceded by an inversion in the yield curve, a situation where short term interest rates are higher than long term interest rates. Rarely is there an indicator that is seven for seven over a period of 44 very dissimilar years. The last time the yield curve inverted and a recession did not follow was in 1966-67, and though there wasn’t a recession, the economy slowed substantially with GDP growth of less than 1 percent for 21 straight months.

Normally, interest rates are higher the longer the period of time money is lent. For example, today a one-year Treasury bill yields 0.15 percent/year, a 10-year Treasury note pays 2 percent/year and a 30-year Treasury bond pays 3.125 percent/year. After all, the longer you lend someone money, in this case the government, the more interest rate risk, inflation risk and credit risk you incur, and investors must be compensated for these risks.

However, from time to time this normal relationship breaks down. One explanation for this phenomenon is that by raising short-term rates (to slowdown an overheating economy with rising inflation), the Federal Reserve discourages bank lending, as banks generally borrow short and lend long. And when the yield curve is inverted, banks have much-reduced profit margins, and this reduction in lending causes a recession. A second explanation for an inverted yield curve is that investors expect future

short-term interest rates to decline because they expect a recession. As a result, investors expect the central bank to lower interest rates to counteract the expected recession. And when this happens, investors plow into low-yielding long-bonds to lock in yields they expect will be still lower in the future.

Regardless of the reason, from time-to-time the yield curve inverts. Today, the difference between ten-year Treasury notes and one-year Treasury bills is 1.85 percent. Assuming the Federal Reserve felt compelled to start raising short-term interest rates soon (and let’s be clear, it does not), it would take, based on history, about two years before yields on one-year Treasury bills were higher than yields on 10-year Treasury notes. And again using history as our guide, it generally takes another 12 months after the yield curve inverts before a recession begins. This suggests that we have at minimum three years before the next recession. Of course, given the expansionary state of monetary policy and the laser-like focus of the Fed in preventing a recession, my bet is we have quite some time before the recession of 2018!

Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is President of GraphsandLaughs, LLC and can be reached at elliot@graphsandlaughs.net. His daily 70 word economics and policy blog can be seen at www.econ70.com.

**New date and location for upcoming Lunch & Learn!**

“Health Care reform: Employers’ strategies

for the future”July 31

Cass County Electric Cooperative

HBA begins sales for 2014-2015 Development MapTake advantage of a great opportunity to promote your company

and/or developments to thousands of consumers. The HBA of F-M has again partnered with E&M Consulting to produce a map featuring new developments/subdivisions in Cass and Clay Counties. The map locates developments/subdivisions, gives detailed directions, contact name and number and has an amenity listing. Distribution will be through the Parade of Homes, Home Shows, members, HBA functions, Realtor offices, model homes, builders, developers, banks, mortgage companies, advertisers’ locations and in relocation packets. The map has proven to be very popular with the home-buying public.

Please contact Justin Olson, E&M Consulting, at (800) 572-0011 with any questions or to reserve ad space.

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Members (6 credits or more)Becker, Terry ............................................ 22.00Berglund, Donna ...................................... 22.50Birky, Stan ................................................. 6.00Blixt, Bill ................................................... 23.25Carney, Jo ............................................... 22.50Eid, Jason ................................................ 16.50Johnson, Peter......................................... 17.75Kulesa, Chris ........................................... 10.00Leslie, Tyrone ........................................... 11.00Likness, Drew .............................................. 7.5Lunski, Sylvia ........................................... 11.25Michelsen, Nancy .................................... 17.00Lifetime Members (25 credits or more)Albright, Andrea ....................................... 46.00Albright, Marshal ..................................... 44.00Alsop, Dick ............................................... 65.50Anderson, Dave ....................................... 35.75Anderson, Doug ....................................... 43.00Anderson, Kim ......................................... 52.00Arnold, Mike............................................. 55.50Atkins, Brent ............................................ 32.75Aune, Steve ............................................... 54.5Bartholomay, Jerry ................................... 34.50 Bates, Monty ............................................ 52.50Bellmore, Pat ........................................... 51.50Berg, Gary ............................................... 51.00Bernard, Clark ....................................... 204.50Carlson, Al ............................................. 135.00Cavett, Cyle ........................................... 187.50Cooper, Cindy ........................................ 467.00Cosgriff, Sue ........................................... 31.50Cullen, Terry ............................................ 27.00Dabbert Jr., Don ...................................... 88.25Dahlseng, Deb ......................................... 41.00Day Woods, Maren .................................. 36.50Dunkel, Jim ............................................ 131.00Duval, Rick .............................................. 69.50Eid, Gerald ............................................. 170.50Elkin, Diane ........................................... 163.00Fellows, Bill .............................................. 32.00Footitt, Bob .............................................. 73.00Funfar, Charlie ....................................... 230.00Gunkelman, John .................................... 68.50Guthmiller, Darrick ................................... 76.50Handy, Scott ............................................ 31.50Hanson, Vern ........................................... 70.50Hoss, Ryan .............................................. 38.00

Hoy, Tammy ........................................... 393.50Huck, Charles .......................................... 78.50Kelly, Nancy ............................................. 71.50Kochmann, Bob ..................................... 107.75Kochmann, Paul .................................... 289.00Krajsa, Ken ............................................ 904.50Laasch, Kimberli .................................... 154.50Lipp, Terry .............................................. 156.25Luther, Jerry ............................................ 79.50Mahan, John .......................................... 136.00Martinson, Brenda ................................... 50.50Mazour, Craig .......................................... 99.50McShane, Phil ........................................ 33.00Mollberg, Scott ......................................... 73.50Narveson, Dan......................................... 34.00O’Leary, Tim ............................................ 37.50Opp, Gary ................................................ 34.50Palmes, Peggy ....................................... 352.50Parkinson, Cary ..................................... 259.00Paseka, Rod .......................................... 115.00Passolt, Dan ............................................ 55.50Pederson, Lynette .................................... 29.00Pesek, Jamey ........................................ 158.50Polansky, Pete ......................................... 44.50Rasmussen, Todd .................................. 126.00Roman, Marcus ..................................... 145.50Rood, Robert ......................................... 148.00Ryland, Stan ............................................ 96.50Schmidtke, Dennis ................................. 392.50Schmitt, Dawn ......................................... 27.50Shafer, Rod ............................................ 291.50Sheridan, Kris .......................................... 30.50Skansgaard, Mike .................................... 44.50Steckroat, Bob ........................................ 79.50Stenerson, Les ....................................... 38.75Strahm, Ruth ......................................... 321.50Sweeney, Vicki ......................................... 38.50Swenson, Jeff .......................................... 66.00Thurston, Gene ...................................... 116.50Tuchscherer, Lorie ................................ 211.00Vanderwerff, Bryce ................................ 131.25Watterud, Tony ......................................... 39.50Welle, Terry ............................................ 129.00Wendt, Gary ............................................ 37.00Wierima, Deanna ..................................... 53.50Candidates (less than 6 credits)Bjornstad, Dan ........................................... 1.00Carlson, Julie ............................................. 0.50Christensen, Toby ...................................... 1.00

Christianson, Kevin .................................... 2.00Christopher, Pete ....................................... 0.50Currier, David ............................................. 1.00Deitrich, Nick ............................................. 1.00Dietz, Carlita .............................................. 2.00Doeden, Dan ............................................. 2.00Eidem, Perry .............................................. 0.50Fredrikson, Vicki ........................................ 1.00Freeman, Renee ........................................ 1.00Gagner, Mark ............................................. 1.00Gibb, Greg ................................................. 1.00Gilbertson, Harry ....................................... 3.00Graf, Neil ................................................... 2.00Grandbois, Gary ........................................ 0.25Grande, Barb ............................................. 1.00Gregoire, Jeremy ....................................... 1.00Greterman, Aaron ...................................... 0.50Gustman, Kevin ......................................... 2.00Hall, Donna ................................................ 1.00Hanson, Mike ............................................. 1.00Hazelton, Tracy .......................................... 1.00Hegvik, Ursula ........................................... 0.50Helenske, Craig ......................................... 1.00Helmstetter, Chuck .................................... 1.00Johnson, Bruce ......................................... 3.00Jordahl, Rob .............................................. 0.50Koerselman, John ...................................... 2.00Krueger, Greg ............................................ 1.00LaPash, Tim ............................................... 0.50Leslie Jr, Robert. ........................................ 0.50Lind, Chris ................................................. 2.00Lindquist, Dan ............................................ 3.25Lyngstad, Rob ........................................... 2.00Martin, David ............................................. 1.00Ohnstad, Chad .......................................... 1.00Paul, Brad .................................................. 0.50Peterson, Deb ............................................ 1.00Ployhart, Edwin.......................................... 1.00Schlenvogt, Tom ........................................ 0.25Schmidt, Dave ........................................... 3.00Simonson, Richard .................................... 1.50Skarnes, Brice ........................................... 0.50Spaeth, Tom ............................................... 4.00St. Germain, Carla ..................................... 1.00Stahl, Philip ................................................ 2.00Stoneberg, Dawn ....................................... 2.00Stremick, Rick ............................................ 1.00Robin Swanson ......................................... 0.50Swartz, Tony .............................................. 1.00Tabor, Brent ............................................... 1.00Vastag, John .............................................. 2.25

Spike Club Roster

Become a Spike Club memberLook below to see if you are a Spike Club candidate

or member. If you know a Spike, thank them for their commitment to growing the Association.• To achieve Spike status you must earn six credits

within two consecutive membership years (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31). Members can earn one Spike credit for each new member they sponsor and Spikes receive a half credit for recruitment and a half credit for the renewal of Affiliate members. HBA of F-M Retention Committee members also accrue Spike credits when helping to renew memberships each year.

• To retain Spike status and become a Life Spike, you must earn a minimum of one Spike credit (new or retention) each membership year until you reach a total of 25 credits.

• Spike credits are earned by recruiting and retaining members. NAHB recognizes and rewards membership

development efforts with its Spike Club awards program.

• Want to learn more about recruiting members and becoming a part of the Spike Club? Contact Allison Weckman at allisonw@hbafm.com or at (701) 232-5846.During events such as the International Builders’ Show

and all NAHB Board of Directors meetings, the colored ribbons on your name badge will show off your Spike status as a proud accomplishment among your peers. Your HBA recognizes Spikes with ribbons at January New Year Celebration and Installation event.

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Thanks to these members who have renewed their 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.)

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Update your HBA Membership

Directory & Consumer Guide

Non-renewals:

Arcanum Group Associate • James Deibert • (701) 232-8049

Integrity SteelAssociate • Jennifer Nygaard • (701) 364-0333

JD & Associates, Ltd.Associate • Jeff Dahl • (701) 232-7951

Robb Johnson Enterprises Inc.Associate • Robb Johnson • (701) 729-1848

Van Raden Construction Inc. ......................................... 57Dave Schmidt Construction, Inc. ................................... 38Red River Excavating .................................................... 37Overhead Door Company of Fargo ............................... 36Fargo Tractor .................................................................. 33Twin City Garage Door, Inc. ........................................... 32Hebron Brick Company ................................................. 30Refrigeration-Heating, Inc. ............................................. 29United Rentals ............................................................... 29Quality Concrete, Inc. .................................................... 28Steven M. Bagan, M.D., P.C. .......................................... 28Nodak Stores ................................................................. 24Norandex ....................................................................... 23Foam Doctor’s, LLC ....................................................... 22First International Bank & Trust ..................................... 21Foltz Buildings ............................................................... 20Olander Contracting Co. ................................................ 20Dahl’s Industrial Tool Company ..................................... 19Balzum Construction, Inc. .............................................. 15Holland Enterprises, Inc. ............................................... 15Bierschbach Equipment & Supply ................................. 14Bert’s Truck Equipment of Moorhead, Inc. ..................... 14Richard L. Pierce, Ltd. ................................................... 13J & L Construction ......................................................... 13Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. ......................................... 12Moorhead Center Development, Inc. ............................. 11Prairie Design Studio, Ltd. ............................................. 11Richards Excavating ...................................................... 11Tim Miller Construction LLC .......................................... 10KWA Constructors, Inc. .................................................. 10Northern Plumbing Supply ............................................ 10Palluck Construction ........................................................ 9Master Construction Co., Inc. .......................................... 9Runger’s Heating and Air Conditioning ............................ 8Titan Homes Inc. .............................................................. 8Acme Investment Company ............................................. 8Alliance, Inc. .................................................................... 7Northland Home Construction, Inc. ................................. 7Falk Drilling, Inc. .............................................................. 7Lee Jones & Son Construction Co. .................................. 7Cougar Tree Care Inc. ...................................................... 7Park Co. Realtors - Terry Ellingson, Realtor .................... 6Stone Holding Company .................................................. 6Dakota Hills Electric, Inc. ................................................. 6Winter Wilson Siding Inc .................................................. 6Cooper Bros. Construction, Inc. ....................................... 5Coldwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness, Realtor ....... 5Midwest Mechanical Construction LLC ........................... 5Midwest Fasteners ........................................................... 4TCI Insurance .................................................................. 4Dig Em Inc. ...................................................................... 3RE/MAX Realty 1 - Morris Pyle, Realtor .......................... 3Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. ............................................... 3Equity Home Builders, LLC ............................................. 2Prudential Premier Real Estate - Steven Ritter, Realtor .. 2H2 Design Build ............................................................... 1

Storm water con’t from page 17

Golf Outing con’t from page 8• Company verbally recognized during dinner.• Ability to provide the following:

o Promotional item donation for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day).

o Supply a door prize.o Host a game* on a hole: company would supply its

own signage, prize and attendant, if needed. (Prizes must value at least $50). *Games are subject to approval, to ensure consistent play on course.

This is great ADDITIONAL EXPOSURE and is limited to sponsors!

Oxbow Country Club is a full-service, family-oriented club that has been established to provide its membership with outstanding golf, pool, dining and social opportunities. Oxbow takes great pride in offering its members and guests a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to relax with friends and make long-lasting memories.

erosion and sediment control, long-term pollutant removal, and habitat and stream protection.Cost considerations

The cost of implementing storm drain inlet protection measures varies depending on the control measure used. Initial installation costs range from $50 to $150 per inlet depending on the materials used, with an average cost of $100 (USEPA, 1993). Maintenance costs can be high (up to 100 percent of the initial construction cost annually) because of the frequent inspection and repair needs. The Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission has estimated the cost of installing inlet protection devices at $106 to $154 per inlet (SEWRPC, 1991).

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Name Company # Recruited

Ken Krajsa ........................................Bell State Bank & Trust ....................................................................................... 4

Terry Becker .....................................Terry Becker Construction, LLC ......................................................................... 2

Darrick Guthmiller .............................Kochmann Bros. Homes, Inc.. ............................................................................ 2

Nancy Kelly .......................................Heartland Labor ................................................................................................. 2

Tyrone Leslie ....................................Heritage Homes ................................................................................................. 2

Drew Likness ....................................Chase Realty ...................................................................................................... 2

Terry Lipp ..........................................Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom ................................................... 2

Dave Anderson ................................Dave Anderson Construction ............................................................................. 1

Don Dabbert Jr .................................Dabbert Custom Homes ..................................................................................... 1

Nick Dietrich .....................................Dietrich Construction, LLC ................................................................................. 1

Carlita Dietz ......................................Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. ................................................................................ 1

Dan Doeden .....................................Alerus Financial .................................................................................................. 1

Greg Gibb .........................................Robert Gibb & Sons, Inc. .................................................................................... 1

Kevin Gustman .................................Twin City Garage Door, Inc. ................................................................................ 1

Chris Hawley ....................................Chris Hawley Architect ....................................................................................... 1

Bruce Johnson .................................RE/MAX Realty 1 ............................................................................................... 1

John Koerselman ..............................Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. ....................................................... 1

Sylvia Lunski .....................................Design Direction, Inc. ......................................................................................... 1

Scott Mollberg ...................................Stenerson Lumber .............................................................................................. 1

Tom Spaeth ......................................Accent Contracting ............................................................................................. 1

Dawn Stoneberg ...............................Roers’ Construction and Development, Inc. ....................................................... 1

Robin Swanson ................................Superior Insurance ............................................................................................. 1

2013 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2012 - October 2013)

These members have kicked off the 2013 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts. Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov. 1, 2012 and Oct. 31, 2013 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2013.

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

Rosan Limited PartnershipHome Repair & ServicesRoger Van Raden72 35th Ave NFargo, ND 58102(701) 298-0675Sponsor: Ken KrajsaBell State Bank & Trust

Anytime ShineCleaning Supplier & ServicesCrystal Hoffman121 1st St SSabin, MN 56580(218) 303-6370 Sponsor: Nancy KellyHeartland Labor

to our new members!Welcome

Membership MadnessThe HBA of F-M is participating in NAHB's 'Membership Madness'

membership drive in May and September. We are competing against other similar-sized associations and the winner will be determined by highest percentage of new member growth.

In May we welcomed two new members, both as associate members.All members who sponsored the new members received triple Spike

credits. Be thinking of who you can recruit to your HBA in September!If you have questions about the affiliate or Remodelers Council

memberships or want more information about Spike credits, please contact Allison Weckman, membership coordinator, at 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

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March 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.

March’s Guess Who!

caleNdar oF eveNts • June 2013

June 3-14 ....Herdina Academy ................................ M State - Moorhead

June 4 .........Education Committee ................................................. 8 a.m.

June 4-8 ......NAHB Spring board of directors .................Washington D.C.

June 10 .......Golf Outing .........................................Oxbow Country Club

June 12 .......New Member Development & Retention Meeting ........ noon

June 13 .......Lunch & Learn: OSHA Safety ............................. 11:30 a.m.

June 14 .......Events Committee ................................................. 8:15 a.m.

June 16 ................................................................................. Father’s Day

June 17-18 ................. NDAB State board of directors & Golf Tournament

June 19 .................................. Lunch & Learn: ‘Opportunities for builders,

home buyers in Moorhead’ ......................................................11:30 a.m.

June 20 .......Public Issues Committee Meeting .......................11:30 a.m.

June 20 .......PAC Committee Meeting ..................................... 12:30 p.m.

June 24 ..................................................................Golf Outing Rain Date

June 25 .......There’s a New Code in town: 2012 IRC Update .........9 a.m.

June 27 .......There’s a New Code in town: 2012 IRC Update .........9 a.m.

advertiser iNdexACME TOOLS ...................................................................................... 27Aggregate Industries, Inc. - North Central Region ................................ 15Bell State Bank & Trust ......................................................................... 19Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND ............................................................... 19Butler Machinery Company .................................................................. 22BW Insurance Agency, Inc. ................................................................... 22Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr. Inc. ..................................................... 20Carpet World ........................................................................................ 21Cass County Abstract Company .......................................................... 19Cass County Electric Cooperative ........................................................ 20Coldwell Banker First Realty .................................................................. 7Crane Johnson Lumber Company ........................................................ 40Dakota Gypsum .................................................................................... 20Dawson Insurance ................................................................................ 10Goodin Company .................................................................................. 39Hauck & Buchholz Drywall, Inc. .............................................................. 7Integrity Windows & Doors .................................................................. 23Lamperts Lumber ................................................................................. 15Marvin Windows & Doors .................................................................... 23Mid-States Truss Company ................................................................... 40Minnkota Windows, Inc. ..........................................................................2Nodak Stores ........................................................................................22Northland Truss Systems, Inc. ..............................................................16Property Resources Group ...................................................................10Rigels, Inc. ............................................................................................16Stenerson Lumber ................................................................................19The Title Company ...............................................................................19Western Products, Inc. ...........................................................................7Xcel Energy ............................................................................................3

Interested in advertising? Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com

Hints:• He grew up in Leonard, N.D.

• He has a daughter named Taylor.

• He loves going to Devils Lake to go fishing and spend time with family.

• He has an electrifying career!

aPril Guess who is still a mystery!

April’s Guess Who!

Hints:

• He and his daughter climbed a fourteener.

• His grandfather started the Valley City Winter Show.

• He was born in Minneapolis but grew up in Jamestown.

Bonus Hint:He can be found on page 2

of this Plains Builder!

?

Think you know? Contact the HBA at (701) 232-5846.

Answer:Bryce Vanderwerff

Red River Electric, Inc.

Winner:Hap Hildebrand

Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.

http://www.goodinco.com

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Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead

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est. 1956

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First entry

*Second entry

Payment

Monday, June 10 Tuesday, July 9

Monday, June 10 Tuesday, July 9

hba

Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr

Oxbow, ND 58047

outing

Two date options:(1 p.m. tee time)

Monday, June 10Tuesday, July 9

Cost: $320 Individual registration available: $80

• One team of four • Green fees• Golf carts• Golf clinic• Dinner• Prizes

Schedule:Golf Clinic11 am - 12:30 pm($5 burger/chicken lunches available)

Registration noon - 12:45 pm

Rules/Announcements 12:45 pm

Tee time 1 pm

Dinner, awards, prizes 6 pm

Forms must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date

Payment must accompy this form

Cancellations must be made by June 1 or July 1, depending on the chosen event date, to receive a refund

Members only!

Companies will only be approved for one foursome prior to May 22.

After May 22, if there are still openings, second entries will be accepted

1 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

2 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

3 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

4 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

*Second entries will only be accepted after May 22, if space is still available. Entries will be taken in order of when initial entry was submitted.

Exception: full-event sponsors’ second entries will be accepted May 15-21.

1 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

2 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

3 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

4 Name, Company ____________________________________________________

Email, phone: _______________________________________________________

Select one: Check Enclosed for $ ________ Credit Card (Visa/MC)

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Expiration date: _________ Security Code: _________

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Return form and payment to: Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103phone: (701) 232-5846 | fax: (701) 280-1108 | email: alison@hbafmcom | wwwhbafmcom

Must accompany this form!

Household Aggregate Model

Highest Standard of Confidentiality

Face-to-Face Personal Counseling

Web-Based Counseling

Financial Counseling

Legal Counseling

24/7 Crisis Counseling

CD Evaluation

Wellness Programs

Health Risk Assessment

Nutrition Counseling

Employee Newsletters

Supervisor Newsletters

Website

Poster/Check Stuffer

Employee Orientations

Supervisor Orientations

Supervisor Help Line

Formal Referrals

Training

E-Training

Consulting

Utilization Reports

Crisis Management Services

• No barriers to service: VBI’s Employee Assistance Programs are value driven to get services to your employees efficiently.

• Face-to-face personal counseling: VBI provides face-to-face counseling to your employees.

• Unlimited toll-free access to Supervisor/Human Resource Helpline: Your supervisors can deal with employee issues quickly before they escalate.

• Financial counseling: VBI’s Employee Assistance Programs include financial counseling as a core employee benefit.

• We have our own people: VBI’s Employee Assistance Programs have their own dedicated staff of professionals who provide the highest quality of counseling, training, consulting, crisis management and case management services.

• Employee and Supervisor newsletters: In addition to valuable information, VBI newsletters are another way we encourage employees and member companies to seek counseling when issues arise.

• We’ve got you covered: In addition to our own 21 offices, VBI also contracts with professional counselors throughout the nation so your employees can receive counseling close to home.

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead Endorsed

Employee Assistance Program

Why choose The Village Business Institute’s (VBI) Employee Assistance Program?

www.VillageEAP.com (login: HBAFM DEMO)

www.TheVBI.com

For more information or an enrollment agreement contact: Charlie Lindberg, Account Executive Manager701-451-5034 or 1-800-627-8220, Ext. 5034

There's a New Code in Town: 2012 IRC Update

Ron Strand has been Fargo inspections administrator (building official) for 27 years. He previously served as building official in Devils Lake, N.D. Strand has certifications as building inspector and plans examiner, and holds a journeyman plumbing license. He has served two terms as the North Dakota Building Officials Association president and is a charter member of the board of directors for the five-state Region 3 Upper Great Plains Chapter of the International Code Council. He currently serves as Region 3’s Education Committee Chairperson and Nominating Committee Chairperson. Strand is an author and presenter of many seminars and articles regarding the International Code set.

Fargo Inspections Administrator Ron Strand will instruct this class on the 2012 International Residential Code, its significant changes, and Fargo’s amendments. He will also update attendees on the International Energy Conservation Code and Chapter 11 residential energy provisions of the IRC. Fargo City Commission is set to vote on the 2012 IRC adoption soon, and implementation within the city and its extraterritorial jurisdiction will follow.

• 9 a.m. – noon

• June 25 or June 27 (select one)

• Cass County Electric Cooperative Community Room, 3312 42nd St. S., Fargo

• Cost: Free to HBA members, and code officials; $20 for non members

• Register by contacting Mariah at mariah@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846! Seating is limited.

What is it?

About the instructor:

Details:

Education Opportunities - ‘Lunch & Learn’Safety Starter: Prepare Yourself for OSHA Fall Protection Standard Crackdown

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thursday, June 13WHERE: Location to be determined.COST: Cost: $10 (includes lunch)

This class will cover changes to the OSHA fall protection standard and how it applies to residential construction.

North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance Loss Control Safety Consultant Jeff Aafedt will discuss multi-employer work sites and how they apply to OSHA violations. He will also cover WSI’s agency and safety programs that can prepare North Dakota businesses for an OSHA visit and save them money! Aafedt is a general industry outreach trainer and has OSHA 30-hour credentials for construction and general industry.

Opportunities for Builders,Home Buyers in Moorhead

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Wednesday June 19WHERE: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., FargoCOST: Free! Meal will be provided. Register by June 17.

Calling all Builder members! Your HBA of F-M is partnering with the city of Moorhead to host this free

lunch meeting to discuss opportunities for you and home buyers in Moorhead, including:• Make Moorhead Home Property Tax Rebate – new

construction AND remodeling.• First & New Program for first-time buyers of newly

constructed homes (no-interest $5,000 special assessment loan).

• City-owned lots for sale.• Marketing updates – Realtor seminars, advertising and

more.

Whether you are currently building in Moorhead, or if you would like to learn more about Moorhead opportunities, please attend this meeting. Elected officials and city staff look forward to this opportunity to share information with you, and to hear from you how to sell more homes and grow Moorhead together. As requested by builders, this will be a small-group meeting to allow discussion time.

Health Care Reform: Employers’ Strategies for the Future

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 31WHERE: Cass County Electric Cooperative Community Room, 3312 42nd St. S., FargoCOST: $10 (includes lunch!)

Explore impacts of recent changes to health care and how they might impact employers and employees.

This class will include timelines for your business’s future compliance and information on health care exchanges, including what they are and how they impact your company. Instructor Pat Bellmore is a regional manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield of N.D. He has 28 years of industry experience, is a Certified Health Consultant and spent many years as a group benefits consultant with Blue Cross Blue Shield, which administers the HBA of F-M’s self-funded health plan.

Select the class(es) you would like to attend above, and include names of attendees below:1) _______________________________________________________________________________________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) ________________

Return form & payment to: HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S., Fargo, ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | info@hbafm.com

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.

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In nOrtH dAkOtA.Be prepared for a visit this building season.

Federal OSHA has stepped up its enforcement regarding residential fall protection infractions.

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead

Website AdvertisingGet your company in front of thousands of consumers and the HBA membership in one shot!Advertising available ONLY to HBA of F-M members.The HBA of F-M website receives over 72,000 hits each year. More and more people are turning to our

website for information on the Association. Consumers as well as your fellow HBA of F-M members utilize the website as their go-to resource for everything from Parade of Homes information, to the online member-ship directory, to signing up for HBA of F-M events.

Advertising Rates & Dimensions

Annual Rates # Available PriceSide Bar-All pages .............................................. 3 .................. $1,200Half Side Bar-All pages ....................................... 6 ..................... $750Bottom Banner-All pages .................................... 3 ..................... $500Top Banner-Membership Directory page ............ 3 ..................... $750

Bi-Annual Rates # Available PriceJanuary-JuneSide Bar-All pages .............................................. 3 ..................... $920Half Side Bar-All pages ...................................... 6 ..................... $575Bottom Banner-All pages .................................... 3 ..................... $385Top Banner-Membership Directory page ............ 3 ..................... $575

Bi-Annual Rates # Available PriceJuly-DecemberSide Bar-All pages .............................................. 3 ..................... $4601/2 Side Bar-All pages ........................................ 6 ..................... $290Bottom Banner-All pages ................................... 3 ..................... $190Top Banner-Membership Directory page ........... 3 ..................... $290

The undersigned hereby makes application for advertising space in the 2013 Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead website. I understand that this contract is non-cancelable and payment is due in full before ad will be posted.Company: _______________________________________Ad Agency (if applicable): ___________________________Contact: _________________________________________Address: ________________________________________City/State/Zip: ____________________________________Phone: __________________________________________E-mail: __________________________________________Website (for linking ad): _____________________________________________________________________________Special Instructions: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Print Name: ______________________________________Date: ___________________________________________

Ad Size: ___________________________Ad Cost: ___________________________

__I will submit ad.__I will provide materials for HBA to design my ad.

Payment Options:__Check is enclosed __Please send a bill__Credit Card: MC / Visa (circle one):

# ____________________________________Exp._______V code: ______ Zip Code: ______Billing Address: ________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Please return contract to:(make checks payable to same)

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, N.D. 58103

Fax: (701) 280-1108 or jenny@hbafm.com

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Association of Fargo-Moorhead is to

provide quality services, benefits and

education to our members and the

community. Striving to be a visible and

proactive influence, the association

represents the collective interests of the

home building industry.

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What’s new at the HBA

2011 Home & Garden Show featuresrenegade gardener, grilling buddies

Red River Valley Home & Garden Show attendees

can walk on the wilder side with the renegade

gardener and grilling buddies featured at the 50th

annual event.

Feb. 25-27 - FargodomeRenegadeGardenerDon Engebretson

presents at home,

garden and flower

shows across the

nation. He is

becoming one of

America’s best-

known gardening

authorities with a

humorous and

insightful take on the

state of gardening in

America today.

GrillingBuddiesMad Dog &

Merrill are

nationally

recognized

and self-

proclaimed

grillologists; they blend wittiness and satire with

demonstrations on how to create mouth-watering

recipes on the grill for backyard cooks, tailgaters and

everyone in between.

The Home & Garden Show offers the largest

selection of home and garden exhibits in the region.

Find out more...

Upcoming Events

1/28/2011 - 1/30/2011:BAM Minnesota Builders Convention

2/7/2011 - 2/11/2011:NDAB BOD & Legislative Reception

2/7/2011:New Member Development & Retention CommitteeMeeting

2/10/2011:Feb. GMM - "Chilly" Cook Off at FabricatorsUnlimited

2/14/2011:Parade of Homes Committee Meeting

2/16/2011:February MN Contractor Continuing Education

Housing & Remodeling Incentives

Save thousands of dollars!

Local new housing incentives are

available in Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and

West Fargo.

North Dakota Utility Rebate Programfunds are available for energy efficiency

upgrades through local utilities and rural

cooperatives for a limited time.

Find a professional contractor or remodeler in

your neighborhood to help build a new home,

or upgrade your existing home.

Attention Armed Service Members:

If you were on official extended duty outside of the

United States for at least 90 days between Jan. 1,

2009 and May 1, 2010, you may qualify for the

federal housing tax credit that expired April 30, 2010.

Visit www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com for more

details.

Upcoming Industry Education

Click on the links below to download registration

forms. If no form is available, contact Alison at

(701) 232-5846 or

alison@hbafm.com for more details or to register.

The HBA can design your ad for free!

Acceptable file format for submitted ads:

• Image files (.jpeg, .gif, .tif); Flash and .swf files also accepted.

• Email files to kristam@hbafm.com• Include all fonts and supporting files

(i.e. scans, logos, illustrations, photos, etc.)

Ads will rotate when the page refreshes. All ads can be exclusive if the advertiser purchases all open spots. Monthly and pro-rated annual rates* available upon request. *Based on start month.

Ad Dimensions(pixels) FileweightFull Side Bar ................200 x 600 ...................................50kHalf Side Bar ...............200 x 110 .....................................50kBottom Banner ad ........600 x 150 ....................................50kTop Banner ad .............600 x 150 ....................................50kAds must be paid in full before they are posted.

Ad Sales ContactJenny Erickson, Development & Project Coordinator

(701) 232-5846 ~ Fax: (701) 280-1108 ~ jenny@hbafm.com

REQUIRED: Please fill out all information below.

www.hbafm.com