JUNE 2019
IN THIS ISSUE NAHB Resources to Help Address Opioid Abuse Long-Term Flood Insurance Reauthorization Rent Control Legislation Heats Up
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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
DIRECTORS
President
Chuck Olsen
Gene Kruger
Benchmark Engineering
Bierschbach Equipment & Supply
Mike Schwab
Vice President Steve Schwab
Continental Real Estate
Andy Muckle
Continental Real Estate
Dakota Community Bank & Trust
Secretary/Treasurer
Ben Olin
Arnold Karsky
Dickinson Ready Mix
Builders First Source
Rich Stradling
Imm. Past President
Stradling Construction
Mike Jangula Scull Construction
2019 COMMITTEES Governmental Affairs
Golf Scramble
Gene Kruger and Arnold Karsky
Andy Muckle and Mike Jangula
PAC
Parade of Homes
Chuck Olsen and Mike Jangula
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DABA BUILDER NEWS Contents Letter from the President
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May Building Permits
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Stormwater News
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NFIP Reauthorization Act
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“Opioids in the Home Building Industry: Making it Your Business” NDAB News
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Around the State
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Is Your Home Ready for Summer?
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Economy at a Glance
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Education Gene Kruger and Chuck Olsen Scholarship Gene Kruger, Chuck Olsen, Arnold Karsky, Mike Jangula Home Show Mike Schwab and Lance Kilwein
Lance Kilwein State Board Gene Kruger - Local President Mike Jangula - Secretary
June 19th - DABA Board of Directors Meeting June 26th & 27th - NDAB Summer Social and Meeting in Dickinson
Arnold Karsky - Alternate
Picnic Andy Muckle and Mike Schwab
If you are interested in becoming a committee member, or being more involved with DABA events, please contact a board or committee member. For more information, or if you have any questions about getting more involved, contact Lindsay at 701-483-0660 or daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com
Your Membership is Three-in-One: DABA, NDAB, and NAHB Did you know that wen you become a member with the DABA you also become a member with the NDAB and NAHB? There are savings and discounts plus many other benefits including advocacy, education and member only information and trainings!
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Letter from the President Summer has moved in and the construction season is well underway. There will be many exciting projects coming to the city of Dickinson this year. Just a few reminders, with school being out for the summer, please slow down and watch for children playing around the city parks and in resi-
Gene Kruger
dential areas.
2019 DABA President
June is a busy month for the city. First thing is Roughrider days. Starting June 22nd, there will be many activities going on. The PRCA rodeos are the highlight of these days along with a carnival and the annual parade downtown. Many businesses will have events going on through July 6th, so make sure you check these out. The website is www.roughriderdaysfair.com The NDAB Summer Social will be June 26th at Fluffy Fields. Please be sure to contact Lindsay for more information on this event. The 27th will be the state board meeting in Dickinson as well. For those that haven’t registered, the annual DABA golf outing will be August 8th, with a shotgun start at 1:00 PM. Should be a great time as always. Until next month, be safe this summer and use appropriate sunscreen when needed.
Gene Kruger
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Thank you for Renewing Fine Touches
BEK Consulting
Kovash & Dasovick
Bierschbach Equipment & Supply
Border States Electric
Luxury Baths & Beyond
Bosch Lumber Co
CDB Construction
Martin’s Welding & Refrigeration
Builders First Source
Charbonneau Car Center
North Dakota Guaranty & Title
Clean Sweep Vacuum Center
Consolidated
Red Rock Ford
KO Construction
Dakota Sports
Quality Quick Print
Leingang Home Center
Flecks Inc
Ramada—Grand Dakota Lodge
Midwest Doors
Gate City Bank
Red Rock Electric
Steffan Saw & Bike
Highlands Engineering & Surveying
Shelter’s Construction
Western Cooperative Credit Union
Jon’s Home Comforts
Smart Computers & Consulting
Advanced Truss Fabricators
Kohler Communications
Western Products
American Bank Center
Kolling & Kolling
Kahm Construction
Welcome New Members Time to Renew BG Excavation
Tooz Construction
Badlands Integrity Group
GT Architecture
Dickinson Ready Mix
Sax Motor Co
Eagles Club
TJ’s Construction
General Steel & Supply
Tooz Construction
Jay R’s Insulation
Killdeer Mountain Contracting
Mattress Firm
Scull Construction
Runnings Shane White Plumbing Sherwin Williams Sierra West Enterprise LLC Signarama Studio 9 Design Von Gross Construction Dickinson Ready Mix Dickinson Steel Builders Price Agency Scull Construction Signarama Taylor Nursery
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May Building Permits
New Single Family Detached Dickinson Name
Address
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
Venture Homes, LLC
2215 Arapaho Court
Venture Homes, LLC
$237,136.04
$2,198.00
Venture Homes, LLC
1768 Yellowstone Circle
Venture Homes, LLC
$289,099.91
$2,484.00
Eric & Jolene Bohl
749 2nd Ave SE
Shetler Construction
$211,139.52
$1,085.00
Schwab Messer Construction
1794 Yellowstone Circle
Schwab Messer Construction
$326,256.14
$2,684.50
New Commercial Dickinson Name
Address
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
Dickinson Town Center, LLC
2950 Fairway Street-Hobby Lobby
Hobby Lobby Stores Inc
$6,792,360.00
$48,190.50
New Deck/Porch Dickinson Name
Address
Sasha & Ryan Harris
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
2652 Country Oak Dr. - Deck Self Contractor
$6,000.00
$160.00
Jonathan Wanner
145 2nd Ave E - Deck
Self Contractor
$2,500.00
$68.00
Dylan & Ashley Koch
947 29th St W - Deck
Anytime Works
$12,000.00
$104.00
Tomothy Porter
146 10th Ave W - Deck
Self Contractor
$2,188.00
$68.00
Daniel & Pamela Smith
670 4th Ave SW - Deck
Self Contractor
$3,592.00
$152.00
Edward & Katie Kraft
1034 17th St W - Patio Roof
Self Contractor
$5,343.00
$160.00
New Detached Structure Dickinson Name
Address
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
Kari Olheiser & Brad Barnett
1685 East Villard - 2 Stall Garage
Charvat Custom Homes
$42,000.00
$304.00
Robert Larson& Amy Strecker
1626 9th Ave E - Detached Garage
Self Contractor
$8,620.80
$92.00
Joh & April Frank
2365 5th St W - Detached Garage
Stan Olheiser
$15,000.00
$196.00
Tyrell Anderson & Kelsey Nameniuk
465 37th St E - Shed
Self Contractor
$4,310.40
$156.00
Alteration Single Family Detached Dickinson Name
Address
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
Amerimont, Inc
1479 6th Ave SE - Alteration
Self Contractor
$9,300.00
$179.00
Alicia Fahlsing & Zachary Bartell
656 2nd Ave SE - Mudroom
Self Contractor
$4,200.00
$156.00
Dale & Tabetha Nadvornik
544 Sims - Alteration
Self Contractor
$20,000.00
$216.00
Danny & Sandra Hood
631 7th St SW - Enclosing Deck
Self Contractor
$6,000.00
$160.00
Alteration Commercial Dickinson Name
Address
Contractor
Valuation
Fees
Just-In Glass Inc
316 21st St E - Wall
Self Contractor
$5,000.00
$204.00
Dix Bar Properties, LLC
745 State Ave, Suite D Alteration & Pergola
Kuntz Builders
$30,000.00
$176.00
Badlands Properties, LLC
483 South Main - Wall
All About Construction
$3,000.00
$156.00
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Looking Ahead Ad spaces are still available in the newsletter and on our website. If you are interested in advertising in our monthly newsletter for $100, or on the website, please contact the office at 701-483-0660 or daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com. Registration is open and hole sponsorships are now available for the DABA Annual Golf Scramble! Get your teams signed up and advertise at one of the 18 holes that will be played. Visit www.dickinsonareabuilders.com for more information.
We are in need of volunteers on the morning of August 8th to help set up for the golf scramble. Please contact the office if you are interested in helping out!
Advertise with the DABA AD SPACES S TILL AVAILABLE!! E-Newsletter Ad Pricing (Ads renew in May) $100 per year, unlimited spots available
Website Ad Pricing Crown Ad - $5,000 per year, 3 spots available Carousel Ad - $500 per year, 5 spots available Front Page Square Ad - $250 per year, 20 spots available Secondary page Square Ad - $100 per year, unlimited spots available For more information, contact Lindsay at 701-483-0660 daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com or visit http://dickinsonareabuilders.com/#/advertise-here
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JUNE STORMWATER NEWS Removing Pollutants from Storm Water Storm water pollution can be divided into three categories: Natural - organic material such as leaves, grass clippings and sediment Chemical - such as detergents, coolant, oil, grease, fertilizer and paint Litter - such as plastic bags and cigarettes Storm water is a for transporting pollutants into our waterways, rivers, lakes and streams. During a rainstorm or snowmelt, chemicals and sediments are conveyed into our waterways. These discharges cause significant damage to our environment and aquatic life. This is otherwise known as nonpoint pollution (unlike pollution that originates directly from industrial and sewage treatment plants). The effects of nonpoint source pollutants on specific waters vary and may not always be fully assessed. However, we know that these pollutants have harmful effects on drinking water supplies, recreation, fisheries and wildlife. Some pollutants are toxic, and in small concentrations, can greatly impact an entire ecosystem. Nutrients produced in great quantities can overwhelm a natural system, causing toxic algae bloom, changes in oxygen levels, along with other problems in our waterways. Effective removal of these storm water pollutants is accomplished through choosing the most applicable Best Management Practice (BMP). BMP maintenance is equally important to the “system� effectiveness. We will walk you through each of the pollutant types commonly found in storm water when run-off is not treated properly. Here you will find a list of common sources of pollutants and the impacts on the environment.
Selecting the Right Treatment A variety of treatment technologies are available to manage storm water, and the effectiveness of each on specific pollutant removal is quite diverse. Some treatment technologies are very effective at removing pollutants or nutrients than others, often causing the decision to select a technology based on a prioritization of pollutant removal. Treating a variety of pollutants may require multiple structural and non-structural BMPs, known as a treatment train. Understanding the pollutant removal effectiveness and various levels of performance (ex: 80% removal efficiency) can assist you in achieving your storm water goals. Nitrogen Harmful Effects: Nitrogen promotes toxic and non-toxic algae blooms which harm aquatic life by depleting the amount of oxygen in the water and by decreasing light penetration for photosynthetic organisms. This pollutant also promotes unwanted weeds. Sources Decaying vegetation Organic matter Treated wastewater Biodegradable detergents Irrigated lawns Fertilizers Animal wastes
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Oil/Grease
Harmful Effects: High amounts of petroleum products enter storm water run-off from parking lots, roads, and gas stations, and where cars and automobiles are congested. An accumulation of oil and grease forms a film over water which spreads and makes oxygen transfer difficult and toxic for aquatic animals and plants. One gallon of oil can contaminate one million gallons of drinking water. Sources Vehicle & equipment areas Industrial areas Poor storage of oil drums Food preparation Sediments/Solids Harmful Effects: The accumulation of sediments and solids in water have significant negative impact on the environment. These negative effects include:
A decrease in visibility and increase in turbidity for aquatic organisms, making it difficult for these organisms to capture prey
A decrease in light availability for photosynthetic organisms
Closing of gills in fish and aquatic species
Reduction in spawning of fish and general survival
Increase in the transportation of heavy metals, phosphorous and other pollutants through waterways as they attach to the sediment particles and harm water quality
Sources Sand/gravel storage Construction sites Unpaved areas Agriculture/livestock uses
Duane Zastoupil Chief Storm Water Operator 3411 Public Works Blvd Dickinson ND 58601 duane.zastoupil@dickinsongov.com 701-456-7009
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New Stormwater Construction General Permit Addresses NAHB’s Concerns The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) modified its stormwater construction general permit (CGP) on May 28th. The EPA addressed the removal of the “joint and several” liability language in the permit that could hold builders responsible for another builder’s failure to comply with the Clean Water Act. This could have meant significant fines for problems builders did not create.
The EPA declared that when there are multiple builders on the same site, they can develop a group stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) instead of individual SWPPs. In the end, each builder is ultimately responsible for complying with the permit. This permit modification also defined three requirements to make sure they are consistent with EPA regulations and it modified two definitions at the request of NAHB. The CGP is only immediately applicable in New Mexico, Idaho, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, and serves as a model for other states when they develop their own stormwater permitting requirements. Builders and developers must seek coverage under the CGP for construction that disturbs more than once acre, or less than one acre when the lot is part of a larger development. The modified CGP is in effect until February 2022.
House Panel Approves Long-Term Flood Insurance Reauthorization The House Financial Services Committee voted to advance legislation that would reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program for five years, through September 30, 2024. The NFIP Reauthorization Act of 2019 would:
Increase funding for flood risk mapping and mitigation
Provide premium credits for not currently recognized mitigation activity
Create a new zone to account for levee-protected areas
Establish umbrella coverage options for multifamily developments
Prior to the committee vote, NAHB sent a letter of support to Reps. Waters and McHenry that said the NFIP Reauthorization Act of 2019 “reflects the principles of affordability, accessibility, predictability and financial stability that NAHB believes must be part of any NFIP reauthorization.” The letter also state that the bill “would ensure stability in the housing market and prevent unnecessary lapses in the program as we enter into the hurricane season.”
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BUILDER NEWS For Immediate Release May 21, 2019 HOUSING AGENCY RECOGNIZES PARTNERS WITH CHAMPION AWARDS
BISMARCK, ND – North Dakota Housing Finance Agency recognized a dozen of its outstanding partners as Champions of Affordable Housing at the Statewide Housing Conference. “The Champion Awards recognize and celebrate the work of individuals, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and private sector businesses who go above and beyond to provide affordable housing for the people of North Dakota,” said Jolene Kline, NDHFA executive director. Through NDHFA’s homeownership programs individuals and families, primarily first-time buyers, receive low-cost financing, and down payment and closing cost assistance. Two real estate agents, Olivia Wellenstein of Dickinson and Paige Danner of Bismarck, and four loan officers, Carissa Martin of Valley City, Tanya Nenow of Jamestown, and Travis Lang and Tanya Pomerleau, both of Bismarck, were recognized for loan production with Homeownership Performance Awards. Kirkwood Bank & Trust and First International Bank and Trust were recognized with Homeownership Excellence Awards for their best practices and outstanding delivery of NDHFA’s loan programs. NDHFA also administers rental programs and supports the development of multifamily housing for low-income households. Gordon Johnson of Grand Forks was honored with a Property Management Award of Excellence for his outstanding and compassionate facilities management of Care Co-op Centers, a Section 8/202 project overseen by the agency. The agency’s Visionary Award, recognition of an exceptional body of work, was presented to Jill Elliott, the deputy director of the Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Her knack for innovation and clear vision has led a team of individuals to make lasting change for individuals, families and the community. Legacy Awards, recognizing a history of advocating for or providing affordable housing and related services, were presented to former Abused Adult Resource Center Executive Director Diane Zainhofsky and Pride Inc. CEO Charles Bisnett, both of Bismarck. In her 39 years at AARC, Zainhofsky was instrumental in developing the organization’s key service – safe shelter. Bisnett has dedicated 22 years of his life to serving individuals with disabilities, the aged, the poor and homeless. A self-supporting state agency, NDHFA is dedicated to making housing affordable for all North Dakotans. The Industrial Commission of North Dakota, consisting of Governor Doug Burgum as chairman, Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring and Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem, oversees the agency. For more information on the awards or the agency’s programs, contact (800) 292-8621 or www.ndhfa.org. - 30 Media contact: Sarah Mudder at (701) 328-8056 or smudder@nd.gov. Photographs of the award winners are available online at https://flic.kr/s/aHsmBpNHRr.
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Resources to Help Home Builders Address Opioid Abuse Now Available through NAHB NAHB has recently released resources to help residential construction companies address the opioid crisis facing the industry. The in People who work in the construction industry are significantly more likely to become addicted to opioids and six times more likely to die from overdose than workers in the general population. “Opioid addiction is our nation’s leading public health crisis, and it affects people across all socioeconomic classes, races, genders and jobs, and the home building industry is no exception,” said NAHB Chairman Greg Ugalde. “NAHB is pleased to provide resources and possible solutions to this issue affecting so many lives.” The materials are available to NAHB members and non-members to help increase the reach of these valuable resources. The resources provided as part of the “Opioids in the Home Building Industry: Making it Your Business” initiative include:
An executive training package, including a webinar and related downloadable materials, that explains why action is needed in the home building industry.
A supervisor training package on interventions in the workplace that includes a podcast and comprehensive written guidance.
A supervisor training package on preventing opioid misuse in home building
Resources on pain management alternatives to opioids
Fact sheets that explain the risks associated with taking opioids, identify nonmedical opioids such as heroin, and identify medical opioids
A comprehensive state-by-state guide of resources available locally
NAHB is taking an innovative approach to address the opioid use and misuse by viewing the problem holistically and creating solutions and educational resources that address intervention points across the spectrum of prevention, treatment, recovery and return-to-work. NAHB plans to continue this initiative, and update and add to these resources as they are finalized.
Resources are available at nahb.org/opioids.
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Rent Control Legislation Heats Up Amid Affordability Concerns New York has reached a deal and is expected to vote on legislation this week that would include provisions to:
Permanently alter rent-control provisions in New York ahead of the current law’s June 15 expiration date. Such laws had previously come up for review every few years;
Extend rent control beyond select localities, such as New York City, to allow municipalities across the state to construct their own regulations; and
Remove vacancy decontrol provisions, which have allowed landlords to remove units from regulation once they reach a certain threshold
Any legislation passed is expected to be signed into law by Governor Cuomo. Oregon also made headlines in February for a statewide rent control bill that:
Caps rental rates to 7% over inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in any 12-month period;
Requires conversion to month-to-month tenancy after a year; and
Prohibits termination of month-to-month leases without cause after one year of occupancy.
Other jurisdictions are introducing comparable legislation:
California delegates introduced six new bills to address affordability through rent control. The final bill put forward places a cap of 5% over inflation on rent across the state, with a 10-year exemption for new construction and a 10-year sunset.
The Colorado legislature considered a bill in April to repeal a ban on rent control and allow local jurisdictions to set rent limits. The legislation failed, but proponents plan to reintroduce similar measures next year.
A Massachusetts rent control bill proposed this year would authorize municipalities to enact rent control and tenant protections. This would overturn a 1994 ban on rent control.
A party-line vote on a Senate bill in Nevada has kept the legislation moving forward. The bill would promote municipalities’ abilities to explore local housing solutions, including rent control.
An Illinois representative introduced the first of several statewide rent control bills, but it did not pass in the Commercial Law Subcommittee.
Several 2020 presidential candidates have taken positions on rent control as well:
Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) has endorsed both increased housing production and rent control.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass) has introduced a bill that includes rent control elements.
Sens. Kamala Harris (D-Calif) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) have endorsed direct rental relief assistance
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) has advocated for continued partnerships between HUD and local community development groups to produce housing. She also endorsed Sen. Warren’s bill.
Additional information on housing affordability can be found at nahb.org/housingforall
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NDAB NEWS KIM SCHNEIDER, NDAB CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER buildings.
By Plane and By Car June brings us to visit another important Capitol! NAHB will be holding their mid-year meetings June 4-8 in Washington, DC. These meetings provide opportunities to network with fellow members from across the nation, education and of course tours of our National Capital! During our time in DC, we will schedule meetings with our national delegation. Senator Hoeven, Senator Cramer and Congressman Armstrong are all receiving requests to meet with our membership to discuss various issues impacting our members from across North Dakota. Gathering with fellow members and Executive Officers from across the nation is always a great opportunity for networking, growth and education. In preparation for our trip to DC, here are some fun facts about our nation’s capitol:
There’s a crypt under the Capitol building that was made for George Washington, however, he is not buried there. In fact, there is only one US President buried in Washington, DC and that is Woodrow Wilson. President Wilson is entombed at the Washington National Cathedral.
The Capitol building is the dividing center for all the quadrants of the city, so all roads lead there.
Washington, DC on average gets about 2 more inches of rain per year than Seattle.
The oldest Fish Market in the United States is in DC. The Maine Avenue Fish Market opened its doors in 1805 and has been operating ever since.
Washington DC is missing “J” Street. The city uses letters instead of numbers for their streets because DC was planned before the letter J existed.
President Herbert Hoover and President John Quincy Adams had per alligators in the White House.
President Jimmy Carter holds the record for Keeping June a busy month, NDAB will be hostwatching 480 movies in the White House theing our state summer social and third annual ater. corn hole tournament in Dickinson along with Washington DC citizens drink more wine per our NDAB-PAC and NDAB Board of Directors capita than any other US state. meeting. These events will be on June 26-27. Bring binoculars and check out the National We are excited for a beautiful new venue and a Cathedral. As you are looking at the many night of good company! If interested in learning gargoyles you will notice one of them is the more or if you would like to hear more about sculpted head of Darth Vader! our sponsorship opportunities, please call 701222-2401 or email sara@ndbuild.com Along with the elevators that are off limits
to the general public, there are miles and miles of underground tunnels beneath the Take care, Capitol that are meant for Senators and Kim Schneider members of the House to move between the
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NDAB NEWS BOB HORAB, NDAB 2019 PRESIDENT May was Home Remodeling Month and if you haven’t already, it is time to get in with a professional remodeler as their schedules are filling up fast. Your home is too important to entrust to just anyone. Taking the time to find the right remodeler can:
in continuing education classes, have been a member in good standing of their state, national and local HBA and adhere to the code of ethics of the NDAB. If you’re a builder or remodeler that would like to apply for one of the NDAB Professionals Programs, contact Sara Frank at 701-222-2401 or sara@ndbuild.com. You can also find printable forms here.
Save you money by doing your job right the first time. Ensure that your dreams are accurately translated into reality by offering design services in-house or through an arrangement Hope to see you June 26th at the State Summer with a professional architect or designer. Event in Dickinson. Understand that your comfort during the project and its successful completion depend Bob Horab on effective communication and followthrough. Maintain a safe and neat job site to prevent damage to your home or injury to household members and pets. Provide the best possible materials within your budget and assist you in making selections through the vendors they work with. Ensure that your job meets or exceeds applicable building codes and regulations such as the EPA Lead Paint rule for work on homes builder before 1978. Guarantee the quality of their work with a warranty. Respond promptly to service calls and inquiries.
The ND Association of Builders makes it easy by having a short list of Professional Builders and Professional Associates. This list is composed of members that have made an investment in themselves and their business by participating
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NDAB NEWS AROUND THE STATE Minot Association of Builders Elysha Head, Executive Officer 701-852-0496 minotab.com
Forx Builders Association Stacy Anderson, Executive Officer 701-746-4536 forxbuilders.com
Homes & Hops took place on May 17th in downtown Minot. Next month details will be given regarding how Our next Builders After Hours will be hosted by Tim much fun attendees had! Shea’s Nursery on Thursday July 11th. The MAB’s biggest summer event is back! The Birdie Grand Forks County Club will be hosting the 26th Anwith the Builders golf tournament begins at 11 AM on nual Golf Outing on September 12th. More inforJuly 29th, 2019 and features a round of golf at the mation will be available in the coming months. picturesque Minot Country Club. Golfers make their way around the course followed by an evening of Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association great food and cold drinks. Spend an evening on the range with the Minot AssociDot Frank, Executive Officer ation of Builders! The Guns ‘n’ Roses Shootout will be 701-222-2400 bmhba.com held at the Minot Gun Club on August 27th. Save the date! The 2019 Parade of Homes is headed Award winning builders from the Spring Parade of your way on September 14th, 2019. Homes included: Verity Homes, Copper Ridge Design & Builders, Premier Homes, Huntington Homes, Rick Home Builders Assoc. of Fargo-Moorhead Slavik Construction, Nelson Builders, Prairie Aire Homes, Big River Builders, J.E Homes, Pinnable Bryce Johnson, Chief Executive Officer Homes & Design and Hallmark Homes. 701-232-5846 hbafm.com The BMHBA/BMBOR Annual PAC Golf Tournament is July 11 at Prairie West Golf Club in Manda. Registra The HBA of F-M is gearing up for a summer full of fun tion is open online at bmhba.com/events. member events including the Parade Picnic June 13, The association has applied for NAHB’s National HousMuddy Boots Picnic July 31 and two Golf Outings July ing Endowment Career Connection’s Grant. The funds 9 and August 20. would be utilized to implement building software pro The HBA of F-M’s Herdina Academy for the Construcgram in local high schools. tion Trades will run June 3-7 and 10-14. It is a twoweek hands-on summer “camp” for high school students to learn about the industry. North Dakota Association of Builders
Western Area Builders Association Amber Elizondo, Executive Officer 701-572-5744 willistonbuilders.com Parade of Homes Saturday, June 1st - (Day 1) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, June 2nd - (Day 2) 11:00 am - 4:00 pm WABA’s 5th Annual Golf Scramble Tuesday, June 18th @ Eagle Ridge Golf Club 7:30 am - Registration 9:00 am - Shotgun Start 11:00 am - Lunch Awards will follow the scramble at the club house
Calendar of Events June 26: Senior Officers Meeting, NDAB-PAC Meeting Summer Social/Dickinson June 27: Board of Directors Meeting/Dickinson November 21: Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet/ Grand Forks November 22: Board of Directors Meeting/Grand Forks
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Upcoming Events To register, please click on the event you are interested in.
AUGUST 8TH - 1PM Shotgun Start
SEPTEMBER 14TH & 15TH
DABA Table and Chair Rental! Do you have a holiday party, family gathering, or special event that you need tables and chairs for? The DABA has them available for rent! Tables $7.50 Chairs $1.00 Contact Lindsay at 701-483-0660 or daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com for more information, or to set up a date and time. Call-701-483-0660 Email- daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com
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Go Green, Reduce Energy Bills With Smart Technology From “learning’ thermostats to energy saving smartphone apps, it has never been easier to monitor and control your home’s energy use. While we all love doing our part to help the environment, the real draw here is how these simple solutions will help you save money by keeping those monthly energy bills low. Here are just some of many easy home energy-monitoring tools that can help your home run as efficiently as possible. Smart Thermostats With summer temperatures setting in, many homeowners worry they won’t be able to keep their homes comfortable without their energy bills going through the roof. Luckily, innovations in smart thermostat technology can help you keep your house cool and refreshing without breaking the bank. Nest Labs offers the Nest Learning Thermostat. This sleek, minimally designed wall thermostat can be adjusted manually in your home or wirelessly from any location through your computer or smartphone. Each time you adjust the thermostat, Nest learns about your temperature preferences and daily life. It then uses this information to help you keep your home at a consistently comfortable temperature while simultaneously saving money on energy costs. For example, it learns to automatically adjust the temperature when you’re away at work, asleep at night or when the weather unexpectedly changes. Other similar programmable thermostats include the Ecobee Smart Thermostat, the Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat, and the Venstar ColorTouch Thermostat. Smartphone Apps Nowadays it seems like there is an app for every, home energy management is no exception. Among the many smartphone apps that monitor your home’s energy use in the highly rated Kill-Ur-Watts. It’s a free app that comprehensively monitors your home’s electric energy use by gathering data from your energy provider and relaying that information back to you through user-friendly, easy-to-understand graphs and charts. Although this information has always been available to the inquisitive consumer through your energy provider, apps like Kiil-Ur-Watts make it instantly accessible and easily digestible so you can actually put it to use. For example, it can help you identify what time of day it is cheapest to do your laundry or what appliances are getting neglected and should therefor be unplugged. These simple tips will not only improve your home’s efficiency, but also cut down on your electric bill. Similar smartphone energy management apps include PlotWatt, WattBuddy and Bidgely. Meter Sensors and Smart Meters Unlike the smartphone energy monitoring apps, meter sensors and smart meters feed you information directly from your home’s existing energy meter instead of sending data from your energy provider. They monitor every aspect of your electric energy use and continuously send information back to you. This helps you learn exactly when and where your home uses the most energy so you can make informed decisions about how to better manage energy consumption and keep costs down. Blue Line Innovation offers two different meter sensors. The PowerCost Monitor tracks the cost of running specific appliances and shows where power is being wasted, perhaps in electronics you thought were turned off overnight or while you are at work. The Blue Line Optical Sensor uses optical readers attached to your home meter to monitor your energy use comprehensively, and alert you to any problems that could reduce your system’s efficiency, such as clogged air filters. These are just a few home energy management products that can help you be a little kinder to the environment, not to mention your wallets, without sacrificing comfort or convenience in the process.
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Is Your Home Ready for Summer? Just as you want your car inspected and running smoothly before heading out on a long road trip, you also want your home running efficiently before the dog days of summer truly set in. Your home may have endured some harsh elements this past winter, so you won’t want to delay getting it back into shape. The good news is that you might be able to do much of the work yourself. Here are some key areas to keep an eye on: Energy Efficiency. Don’t risk having your air conditioner break down in the middle of a heat wave. Try to keep the unity clean and consider investing in a professional inspection. Also, take a look at all of your windows and doors for drafts and air leaks. Caulk any seams and re-glaze windows if needed, and replace any worn weather-stripping around doors to help keep cool air from escaping. Air Quality. Have a professional clean your ducts where dust and airborne particles are likely to build up. You may also want to have your fireplace and chimney inspected. There could be nesting animals or damaged areas that need to be addressed. Water Damage. Check the outside of your house to ensure proper drainage. Overhangs, awnings and downspouts are areas prone to collecting moisture that can cause materials to decay over time. Water that pools too close to your house can also attract insects like termites. Repairing leaks and properly ventilating those areas will help keep them dry and much less hospitable to pests. General Safety and Maintenance. Check the condition of stair railings, steps and sidewalks around your home to look for any loose connections, cracks or ridges in the walkways. Also, inspect your deck and any fencing for any worn or broken areas. Re-staining the exterior wood of your home not only improves its appearance, but also its resistance to the punishing weather in the seasons ahead. Focusing on these small jobs now ill save you time and money in the very near future. They’ll also give you added peace of mind so that you can enjoy a safer, cooler and healthier summer.
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DICKINSON AREA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 314 3rd Ave W PO Box 1564 Dickinson ND 58602
Phone: 701-483-0660 Fax: 701-483-0661 Email: daba@dickinsonareabuilders.com
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