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table of contents

Legislative Awards {pg 26} 4 Executive Director Letter

18 Remodelers Corner

48 BATC Foundation

6 Home Builder Day at the Capitol

20 Advocacy

50 Membership Drive Results

26 Legislative Awards 8 News 28 PROFILE: 10 Events Calendar

53 Get Smart About Your Insurance Risk Compliance

Peter Coyle

54 MN Green Path 12 2013 Board of Directors & President’s Letter

30 PROFILE:

16 COMPANY PROFILE:

44 Welcome New Members

Executive Board, Chris Contreras

56 Member News 62 2012 BATC Award Winners

Kolbe Gallery

46 Member Spikelight

Advertising Directory Andersen Windows ..................................................2, 3 Brush Masters.............................................................15 CenterPoint Energy .................................................1, 64 Central Marble Products, Inc......................................42 Corporate 4 Insurance Agency Inc.............................53 ECCO Midwest, Inc.....................................................11 Fireside Hearth & Home.............................................64 Friendly Chevrolet.............................Inside Front Cover Hedberg Landscape & Masonry Supplies ................33 IDC-Automatic.............................................................25 In-Focus Systems ........................................................21 Installed Building Solutions, LLC..................................9 J&W Asphalt, Inc........................................................47 Jeff Belzers Chevrolet ......................Inside Front Cover Lake Elmo Bank ...........................................................39 Lampert Lumber....................................................42, 64 Luther Brookdale Chevrolet Buick GMC ......................................................Inside Front Cover Lyman Lumber Co........................................................31 Marvin Windows and Doors..................................7, 64

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Merit Chevrolet.................................Inside Front Cover Metro Hardwoods.......................................................37 Minnesota Department of Health................................5 Molin Concrete Products Company...........................39 NAHB ...........................................................................59 Orion Home Systems ..................................................59 Pella Windows & Doors - Twin Cities, Inc..................... ................................................27, Inside Back Cover ProBuild........................................................................35 Sam’s Lawn & Landscaping, Inc. ...............................38 Scherer Bros. Lumber Co..................Inside Back Cover Schwieters Companies, Inc....57, 59, Inside Back Cover Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co..........................................61 Southview Design.......................................................40 Stein Insurance Agency..............................................61 Suburban Chevrolet..........................Inside Front Cover Synergy Products, LLC............................41, Back Cover Trimpac, Inc..................................................................39 Warners’ Stellian Co., Inc...........................................19 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.....................................23 Xcel Energy............................................................37, 42

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DIRECTOR LETTER

WHY WE CHOOSE TO BE THE BIG TENT

David Siegel BATC Executive Director

It’s not easy being the Big Tent as an Association. Each of our member categories has its own special needs and perspectives.

Small volume builders have a very different view of the industry than their large volume brethren.

Our remodelers have, at times, felt secondary to our new-home builders. Our mid-sized builders will express frustration as they struggle to find land and labor in competition with the large volume builders. The large volume builders want to see greater emphasis on advocacy and a stronger representation at BATC given their market share. Our Associates want to see more builders of all sizes at BATC events to enhance networking. New members sometimes feel that BATC isn’t as welcoming and can be cliquey. Long-time members can be resistant to change and yearn for “the way it used to be.”

Each market segment has plenty of issues with its relatives. Hmm, sounds like a typical family.

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industry, to advance our collective cause and provide benefit to all members. Our basic premise is a simple one – the rising tide lifts all boats. As our immediate past President, Curt Christensen, often highlights, industry differences are put aside as our members enter the Big Tent of BATC. “Outside, we’re fierce competitors. But inside BATC, we come together for the good of the industry.”

This past summer, BATC underwent a thorough and powerful branding exercise with a professional PR and branding firm. Our Board of Directors gave significant thought to the brand and made the conscious decision to spread the canvas of BATC and occupy the Big Tent position in the marketplace. It was a gutsy decision. Think about your own business – the more narrowly you can define your target customer, the easier it is to operate your company. As a trade association, though, our purpose is different.

Our mission is to help our member businesses grow through marketing, advocacy and industry connections. And our vision is to be the leading voice for builders and remodelers. That mission and vision refer to all builders, all remodelers and all associates. As your professional trade association for the residential construction industry, we believe we must open our doors to all segments of our industry. We must be the Big Tent.

As we look to a future with more regulation and more obstacles to our industry, one very clear

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WE HID IT. A nail is hidden somewhere in every issue of the Builders’ Digest, including the one you’re holding right now.

reason to embrace the Big Tent It could be anywhere – tucked philosophy is that more members into a photo or stuck in a drawand a larger organization undeni- ing… in a margin… in the text ably bring greater clout and body… even used as an exclacredibility at the state Capitol and mation point at the end of a headline. It resembles a real-life with regulatory agencies. In the nail and looks something like world of politics, the two M’s are this… vital: Membership and Money.

The larger tent brings more of FIND both to BATC, allowing us to rep- THIS resent you most effectively.

The nail above is just an example We’ve learned through 65 – it is not the real one hidden for years that the Big Tent is incredithis issue’s contest. We’ve conbly powerful in regard to cealed the real one elsewhere in marketing. The Parade of this issue, and it could be a difHomesSM is the great equalizer in ferent color or size. Keep in our marketplace. Regardless of mind, the Spike the size of your company, your Club logo’s listing in the Parade of Homes nail does and Remodelers Showcase® not Michael Benson from guidebooks is identical to count.

Chaska Investment Limited When that of all others in the Partnership memevent. The entry fees that found the nail on page 9 bers of the Oct.-Dec. 2012 BATC enjoys from our issue of the find the builders, large and small, Builders’ Digest nail, they make possible a world-class marcan email or keting event that benefits each fax a note to the Builders Associmember and our industry as a ation of the Twin Cities, telling whole. what page it’s on. Participants These reasons, however will be entered into a drawing to clearly beneficial, don’t allay the win a business-card size ad in this feelings that some members have publication or a set of member about others in the tent. That’s labels (non-electronic version).

All other entries receive $20 in why it’s critical to keep listening eagerly and to seek as many ways BATC Bucks. Entries must be received by February 15, 2013. as possible to keep communication open within our family. We Found the nail? Email the page commit to doing that as BATC number of your guess to leadership. And we ask that you casey@batc.org. commit to doing the same.

Or, mail or fax to: BATC Nail Because we all understand that Hunt, 2960 Centre Pointe Dr., the Big Tent is where we need to Roseville, MN 55113 be to meet the challenges ahead Fax: 651.697.7575. for our industry and our association.

Found It.

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We need your voice!

Executive Director David Siegel Editor & Director of Marketing Wendy Danks Creative Services Director/Graphic Designer Dawnita Parmely Graphic Designer Laurie Spartz Creative Services Coordinator Casey Hafner

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Register for Builder Day at the Capitol

by Sending your Name, Company, and Home Address to Mary Schweich at mary@batc.org.

Registration is complimentary.

BATC will arrange meetings with your legislators and send you confirmation and parking information prior to the event. BATC and BAM will also provide you with all hand-outs and issue briefs necessary for you to be successful.

Champion Sponsors:

Administrative Assistant/Publishing Linda Jacobson Advertising Sales Kori Meewes Brad Meewes BATC Foundation Executive Director Jan Berg Communications Coordinator Katy Ervin

Education Coordinator Beth Graham Marketing & Events Manager Nicole Coon Membership Director Deb Earl Public Policy Assistant Mary Schweich Receptionist Emily Petermann

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President Pamela Belz Senior Housing Partners

BATC RemodelersSM Jolynn Johnson Crystal Kitchen Center, Inc.

Builder Vice President Shawn Nelson New Spaces Associate Vice President Kerry Mulcrone Kerry & Co. Past Associate Vice President John Zirbes Lyman Lumber Co. Secretary Daryl Doehr Marvin Windows and Doors Treasurer Chris Contreras Ryland Homes Immediate Past President Curt Christensen Lee Lyn Construction, LLC Past President Council Representative Doug Nelson Retired

Large Volume Builders Marv McDaris Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC Membership Pattie Martin Glowing Hearth & Home Parade of Homes® Paul Donnay Donnay Homes, Inc. Public Policy Jason McCarty Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Small Volume Builders Gary Kraemer John Kraemer & Sons Inc. National Directors Kathe Ostrom C.N. Ostrom & Son At-Large Member Todd Polifka Brush Masters At-Large Member Brett Remme In-Focus Systems

The BUILDERS’ DIGEST magazine is the official publication of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). The BUILDERS’ DIGEST is published and distributed four times per year to its members and others associated with the building industry. Neither the advertisers, nor BATC, will be responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints, typographical errors, etc., herein contained. For advertising rates, resource file or address change information, contact BATC. Suggestions, ideas and letters are welcome. If circumstances require, BATC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of BUILDERS’ DIGEST issues published on an annual basis.

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BATC Members Win BAM Awards

In the last issue the Nail Hunt winner should have been Nick Acker from Denali Homes. Our apologies for the mistake.

Two BATC members took top honors for outstanding accomplishments at the Builders Association of Minnesota (BAM) Awards ceremony held on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012.

Todd Bjerstedt, McDonald Remodeling Remodeler of the Year Award

KC Chermak, Pillar Homes Builder of the Year Award Chermak has been a member of BATC for over 15 years and a very active leader. He is a past President of BATC and currently serves on the Executive Committee of BAM. Chermak has created an award-winning and successful company known for quality.

Bjerstedt has been a BATC member for over 25 years and is very active in the association. He is a past President of BATC, a past President of BAM and has served on countless committees and councils. McDonald Remodeling has a well-deserved reputation for outstanding quality and customer service.

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BATC Job & Career Fair February 6, 2013 Roseville City Center Complex Olympic Room Got jobs? We’ll help find workers.

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Young Professionals Feed My Starving Children Event February 6, 2013 Feed My Starving Children

BATC University: Continuing Education January 15, 2013 BATC Seminar Room

YPs look great in their hairnets as they help hungry kids.

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Remodelers Roundtable

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February 12, 2013 Designer Marketplace

BATC University: Continuing Education

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January 29, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Seven credits, three classes, great info.

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Homebuilder Day at the Capitol January 30, 2013 Minnesota State Capitol Join your industry colleagues and connect with your legislators.

Contact Mary Schweich at 651697-7572 or mary@batc.org for more details or to participate.

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Showroom Mixer: Designer Marketplace February 12, 2013 Designer Marketplace Mix it up with your BATC peeps while getting an eyeful of great furnishings and accessories.

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BATC University: Continuing Education February 13, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Survival skills and seven credits.

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January 31, 2013 BATC Seminar Room

Builders & Remodelers Show (BRS)

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February 21, 2013 Minneapolis Convention Center

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The best show in town…Over 200 exhibitors and 1,000 attendees.

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February 26, 2013 BATC Seminar Room

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Minneapolis Home & Garden Show

Showroom Mixer: Brock White

February 27 - March 3, 2013 Minneapolis Convention Center

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BATC University: Continuing Education February 28, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Leap into BATC-U classes here.

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MAR. Parade of Homes Spring Preview March 2 - 24, 2013 BATC’s signature event features more than 370 new homes throughout the Twin Cities.

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BATC University: CAPS Designation Courses March 19-21, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Earn this exceptional NAHB designation and 24 real estate CEs to boot.

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Remodelers Showcase March 22 - 24, 2013 The remodeler’s premier event that features more than 60 remodeled homes throughout the Twin Cities.

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BATC University: Continuing Education March 5, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Get smart and seven credits today.

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BATC University: Continuing Education March 6, 2013 BATC Seminar Room Survival skills and seven credits.

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Welcome 2013 President, Pamela Belz

ADVOCATING FOR YOU 2013 will be an exciting and challenging time for our industry and association. I feel very honored and humbled to take the reins at BATC as we continue the slow and steady but precarious climb out of a devastating housing recession.

We will face legislative, regulatory and economic challenges that will threaten our fragile recovery. But we can celebrate with hope; strengthening signs of our recovery, increasing market demand, climbing permits, historically low interest rates and the fact that we have survived. We are back in the saddle again. And BATC is focused on priorities identified in the Beehive Branding study as important to us and is ready to help us move on down the trail. BATC will utilize its resources and harness our collective power to accomplish what we cannot do alone.

At BATC my passion is advocacy and political action. Post-election, we know this is where we will face our biggest hurdles. The Fire Sprinkler mandate tops the list, but energy code changes, environmental regulation, new storm water permit rules and municipal fees all present challenges. Our advocacy team is strong and will be supported by our new dues structure, which creates dedicated funding for our advocacy efforts.

As our housing market changed, so has our ability to rely on Parade of HomesSM as advocacy’s primary revenue source. We are now structured so the companies benefitting the most from our advocacy impacts also pay proportionately. And more Parade dollars are 12

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retained to promote Parade marketing and activities. A win-win.

Fighting the Fire Sprinkler mandate is the priority in 2013. We are working with BAM, our state association, as they lead our fight through the upcoming Administrative Law Judge hearing process. We are developing a tactical legislative strategy.

We have retained a powerhouse communications firm to research and create a targeted public relations plan. We will use all the horses in our stable for this fight.

One way you could truly make an impact is to JOIN US, Wednesday, January 30th at Homebuilder Day at the Capitol. It is a critical opportunity for us to make a show of strength. Please mark your calendar and watch for details!

Another tool we utilize is our Housing First independent expenditure fund. I believe it is our most important tool. I have been thrilled to see it grow and wish to thank those who have already supported Housing First. With the $85,000 we generated this year, we supported 27 candidates of which 22 were elected. We will work with them and others to build a coalition supportive of housing.

A Little Competition This year we have created an eventing competition of sorts. We have selected a series of key association events and not only will we offer additional BATC bucks for attending, but those attending most events will be entered in a very special prize drawing at the BATC auction. Those events include: January Dinner meeting;

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Pamela Belz Senior Housing Partners

January 30th Home$100 BO NU S builder Day at the Capitol; February 21 $100 BONUS Builders and Remod0 $10 elers Show; June 27 BO NU S PR ESID ENT BE LZ’S ROMA awards banPRES I D ENT BELZ’S quet; August 6 BATC Foundation golf tourLZ’S PRESIDENT BE nament; October Awards Gala and a Housing First event. Don’t miss these!

On a personal note, I started as a Residential Development Project Manager 26 years ago. I have many mentors among our membership and thank them for their support and friendship. Like many, I became a horse of a different color four years ago joining Senior Housing Partners, part of Presbyterian Homes and Services, where my focus is development and construction of senior housing campuses. I am blessed to share life with my husband, Rob. I am grateful for his support of my service to BATC. Our “kids” are two energetic Australian Shepherd mates Bogie and Gracie, whom we adore.

I’ll show you pictures any time!

So, as we enter 2013, I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to outgoing President Curt Christensen for his tireless efforts and outstanding service on our behalf. I shall look to our lineage of past leadership, the energy and commitment of our exceptional Board of Directors, and the work of our talented staff members to spur us on to greatness in 2013.

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PRESIDENT PAMELA BELZ

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT CURT CHRISTENSEN

Senior Housing Partners 2845 North Hamline Avenue #100 Roseville, MN 55113 651-631-6316 pbelz@seniorpartners.com

Lee Lyn Construction, LLC P.O. Box 249 Watertown, MN 55388 952-955-3219 leelyn729@aol.com

BUILDER VICE PRESIDENT SHAWN NELSON

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT KERRY MULCRONE

New Spaces 2105 - 143rd Street W. Burnsville, MN 55306 952-898-5300 shawn@newspaces.com

Kerry & Co. 370 Andrews Bay Hudson, WI 54016 612-817-4089 Kerry@kerryandco.com

TREASURER CHRIS CONTRERAS

SECRETARY DARYL DOEHR

Ryland Homes 7599 Anagram Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-229-6000 ccontrer@ryland.com

Marvin Windows and Doors 2020 Silver Bell Road, #15 Eagan MN 55122 651-452-3039 daryldd@marvin.com

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PAST ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT JOHN ZIRBES Lyman Lumber Co. P.O. Box 130 Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-470-4800 john_zirbes@lymanlumber.com

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PAST PRESIDENTS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE DOUG NELSON Retired 2105 - 143rd Street W. Burnsville, MN 55306 952-898-5300 doug@newspaces.com

COMMITTEE/ COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES PARADE OF HOMESSM COMMITTEE PAUL DONNAY Donnay Homes, Inc. 9655 - 63rd Avenue N. Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-531-0714 paul@donnayhomes.com

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE PATTIE MARTIN Glowing Hearth & Home 100 Eldorado Drive Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-9276 pattiem@glowinghearth.net

BATC REMODELERSSM COUNCIL JOLYNN JOHNSON

PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE JASON McCARTY

Crystal Kitchen Center, Inc. 3620 Winnetka Avenue N. Crystal, MN 55427 763-544-5950 jolynn@crystalkitchen.com

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. 7699 Anagram Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-937-5150 jason.mccarty@westwoodps.com

SMALL VOLUME BUILDERS COMMITTEE GARY KRAEMER

LARGE VOLUME BUILDERS COMMITTEE MARV McDARIS

John Kraemer & Sons Inc. 4906 Lincoln Drive Edina, MN 55436 952-935-9100 gary@jkandsons.com

Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC 7500 Office Ridge Circle, #325 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-936-7833 marv.mcdaris@centex.com

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NAHB NATIONAL DIRECTORS COMMITTEE KATHE OSTROM C.N. Ostrom & Son, Inc 23400 Park Street Excelsior, MN 55331-0758 952-292-9400 kathe@cnostrom.com

AT LARGE TODD POLIFKA Brush Masters 11775 - 95th Avenue N. Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-478-3232 todd@brushmasters.com

AT LARGE BRETT REMME In-Focus Systems 3305 Republic Avenue St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-929-0000 b.remme@infocussystems.com

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HISTORY IN THE MAKING: KOLBE OPENS SHOWROOM IN EDINA A historic company with a long lineage to its name, recently opened a new showroom in the Twin Cities market.

Design professionals, builders, remodelers and homeowners are exploring the creative potential of windows and doors for distinguished homes and historical properties that the Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities offers.

“With the wide range of products on display, our newly opened Gallery offers our customers the ability to visualize what high quality window and door products

look like and realize the difference they will make in their home” explains Ron Hopkins,

door to help the homeowner express their individualism is truly at the heart of this

“With the wide range of products on display, our newly opened Gallery offers our customers the ability to visualize what high quality window and door products look like and realize the difference they will make in their home.”

- Ron Hopkins, General Manager of Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities

General Manager of Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities.

The quality and ability to create a unique window or

company. The Edina showroom not only boasts a wide array of products, but also has available window consultants

who will take the time to understand what design elements are important to the customer.

The Gallery’s legacy is rooted in humble beginnings and founded on the vision that “loyal, hardworking people are the basis for any success.” These words were spoken in 1946 by Herb and Ervin Kolbe, the founding brothers of Kolbe and Kolbe Millwork, Co. Today, the Wausau-based parent company has taken this philosophy and instilled it in the consultants at the Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities. “It is our

Right, front to back: Ron Hopkins, General Manager Mark Singer, Window Consultant Rick Walter, Service Technician Lane Bryan, Sales Consultant

Below: Kolbe’s renovation of historical Folwell Hall at the University of Minnesota included replacing 400 existing windows with energy-efficient units from Kolbe, without sacrificing the exterior’s classically collegiate character.

philosophy to work with our customers to understand their vision,” notes Ron Hopkins.

As the new Kolbe Gallery opens their facility to the community, their mission is to provide a vast selection of state-of-the-art products for new, remodeling and historical projects to the builders and architects in the market, and to help offer all of the options needed for any window or door they can dream up. We see a very wide range of architectural styles and products being requested and, “We try to never say no,” Ron explained, adding that, “There is over 100 years of experience in our staff showcased in our Edina gallery who are always willing to share their knowledge.”

The gallery offers a full line of all wood, aluminum clad or vinyl windows and doors. A small sampling of the options available for the vast array of products include 32 different exterior colors, eight wood species, glass options for energy efficiency, exterior trims and divided lite options. Additionally, the Gallery is proud to boast an in-house service technician that is Installation Masters Certified™.

Architectural & Historical Restoration Work For an authentic and local historical tour of the products that they offer, look no further than the University of Minnesota’s historic Folwell Hall. Sterling double-hung windows featuring a white oak interior were customcreated by Kolbe for this outstanding facility.

Other well-known renovations include Colorado’s REI Flagship Store, a stunning renovation of the electrical powerhouse for the Denver Tramway Company and The Inn at Harvard, a luxury hotel

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located adjacent to the historic Harvard Yard.

At Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities “we want to help people reimagine the shape and scale of their windows and doors, and give them the freedom to unleash their creativity.”

Customers are welcome to visit the Kolbe Gallery showroom Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM or call for an appointment that suits their schedule.

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BY SHAWN NELSON, PRESIDENT OF NEW SPACES AND BATC 2013 BUILDER VICE PRESIDENT Here it is at the beginning of a new year, and hopefully, you’ve set your plans to make it a great year. If you’re a little behind in that process, still uncertain, or always want more information, here are some interesting tidbits for you to consider: • The Remodeling Market Index rose to 50, its highest level since 2005. Do you remember 2005? It is sort of like cold weather. When you hit 50 on the way down it hurts, but when you hit it on the way up it feels great.

• The Housing Market Index is up to 46.

Still not to 50 or over, but way better than the eight it recorded in 2009.

Strong new construction is positively correlated with strong remodeling. It is about people being confident enough to invest in their homes, and having the ability to make those investments with jobs and access to financing.

• The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity is projecting double-digit growth next year. They specifically cite

strong growth in new construction as being associated with an upturn in remodeling some months later.

• Want more information? Check out: - eyeonhousing.wordpress.com – NAHB’s blog on housing economics - batc.org/blog –BATC’s blog - www.jchs.harvard.edu - Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University Sure there are threats to our industry, nationally and locally, but right now remodeling looks and feels poised to continue to grow strongly. Are you in position to take advantage of that growth? Have you thought about what strong industry growth may mean for your business, staffing and labor, competition, and managing customer expectations? Make a commitment to join with your fellow remodelers this year to network, learn, and advance our industry. These actions will help you make it a great year.

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Check out the BATC Calendar for details.

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Minnesota’s Green Path has completed its Remodeler version and is ready to help you market to your energy and green-conscious customers. MN Green Path for new homes has proven to be an achievable and transparent program that customers love. Now, with its remodeling version, you’ll have the means to give your clients what they want. Like the new-home program, MN Green Path for Remodelers begins with energy testing, in this case an energy audit.

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Performance Report (HPR) that will place their home on the Green Path, now and for future renovations.

MN Green Path offers three options suitable for most remodeling projects: Type 1 are projects that do not alter the thermal envelope Type 2 are projects which do alter the thermal envelope, without altering square footage Type 3 are major reconstructions which include altering the thermal envelope and square footage Want more information? Contact Mary Schweich at 651-697-7572, mary@batc.org

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2012 ELECTION REVIEW: HOUSING FIRST TAKES ANOTHER STEP FORWARD BATC’s Housing First Fund (HF) emerged in the 2012 elections as a major player in Minnesota elections. HF took a major step forward, prevailing in targeted races at an 82 percent success rate. This result is especially impressive when considering Housing First’s focus upon the battleground races in the Twin Cities suburbs and in St. Cloud. These races were also targeted by several outside groups and emphasized by the State DFL Caucus.

In those races, HF-supported candidates won three of seven races, with one of the losses decided by just 170 votes, less than a half of a percent.

Statewide, the elections ushered in a political leadership dynamic that hasn’t been seen in St. Paul for over two decades – DFL leadership across the House, Senate, and Governor’s office. The GOP leadership of the legislature for the first time in 40 years was short-lived, lasting just two years. The DFL swept back into leadership by prevailing in several key legislative races, sweeping suburban communities like Eagan and Edina and winning in several head-to-head races between incumbents who were paired in races following redistricting.

Many political observers were surprised by the DFL’s mini-wave of success in the 2012 election. While the President’s successful re-election effort aided DFLers to an extent, a well-mobilized and organized DFL ground game was key to their legislative success. For the GOP, the 2011 government shutdown and constitutional amendments for Voter ID requirement and Marriage definition

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proved to be significant obstacles in their attempt to maintain control.

Housing First Message: The HF message was bi-partisan and positive, focusing on electing champions for our industry with a proven track record of support. For example, Karin Houseley’s card said: Supporting housing initiatives that grow jobs and strengthen our economy > The Housing Industry is a major driver of the US economy > A strong housing industry means more jobs in our communities and it strengthens our economy locally > A stable housing sector is essential for a robust economic recovery and long term prosperity

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2012 Campaign Race Results

MN Senate Winners: Sen. Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake ) Sen.-Elect Karin Housley (R-Marine on St. Croix) Sen. Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove) Sen. James Metzen (D - South St. Paul) Sen. Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) Sen. Julianne Ortman (R-Chanhassen) Sen.-Elect Dave Osmek(R-Mound) Sen. John Pederson (R-St. Cloud)

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Looking Ahead The DFL controlled Capitol will present a change in the tenor of the fiscal and policy debates. For BATC, this could mean revisit-

ing local growth discussions, affordable housing, stormwater/wetland regulations, warranty law, and local approval issues like permitting and environmental review.

BATC’s message to the DFL will be similar to the one we’ve given the GOP legislature over the last two years: housing is just beginning its recovery and we must focus on policies that encourage growth. The growing regulatory footprint in homebuilding is a threat to our economic recovery and must be carefully balanced.

On the election front, 2014 election discussions began shortly after the dust settled from last November’s elections.

Major races for the Governor and US Senate will attract significant attention, as will the Minnesota House battles in the Twin Cities suburbs. HF has begun preparations

A huge thank-you to the contributors to Housing First in 2012! We appreciate your dedication to the industry and look forward to building upon the success as we move forward.

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Rep. Bob Barrett (R-Lindstrom) Rep. Mike Beard (R-Shakopee) Rep. Matt Dean (R-North Oaks) Rep. Joe Hoppe (R-Chanhassen) Rep.-Elect Jerome Heratus (R-Greenfield) Rep. Joe McDonald (R-Delano) Rep. Denny McNamara (R-Hastings) Rep. Mike Nelson (DFL-Brooklyn Park) Rep. Joyce Peppin (R-Rogers) Rep. Tim Sanders (R-Blaine) Rep. Steve Simon (DFL-St. Louis Park) Rep.-Elect Mark Uglem (R-Champlin) Rep. Ryan Winkler (DFL-Golden Valley) Rep. Kurt Zellers (R-Maple Grove)

for the 2014 elections and is looking closely at our two-year strategy to increase the effectiveness of HF and BATC’s political outreach. HF is also planning quarterly political events for HF contributors and interested members to begin in 2013 to go along with a new contribution recognition plan.

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LOOKING AHEAD 2013 LEGISLATURE Our take on what to expect in St. Paul this session Governor Dayton will be joined by DFL majorities in both the Minnesota House and Senate, setting up a legislative dynamic that hasn’t been seen in Minnesota in since the 1988 elections.

No issue will get more attention in 2013 than the state’s budget, which currently sports a $1.1 billion dollar deficit. This is a modest problem in comparison to recent budget cycles, but the aim of the DFL- led Capitol is much larger than the two-year deficit. Governor Dayton and a large contingent of DFLers are focused on major structural reform to Minnesota’s tax code.

They see this as a once-in-a-generation opportunity to place Minnesota on a sound and equitable financial footing.

Changing Minnesota’s tax code will not be easy. While the DFL holds the keys to both legislative chambers and the Governor’s Office, they will be challenged by the more fiscally conservative GOP minority.

Also sure to find challenges in the budget debate are the large contingency of newly elected DFL legislators from swing districts. To top it off, more than one-third of the legislature consists of newly elected officials, which could throw an unexpected twist into the debate.

While the budget debate is the headliner for the 2013 session, it’s not the only game in town. Policy debates will pepper the legislative landscape throughout the session. Here’s a look at key matters likely to cross BATC’s radar in the session.

Fire Sprinkler Mandate BATC has opposed mandatory fire sprinklers during the past two sessions and continues to do so again in 2013. Currently the Minnesota Department of Labor

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and Industry (DLI) is in the process of updating the Minnesota State Building Code. The legislature, or DLI through the code promulgation process, must determine whether or not the code will include mandatory fire sprinkler mandates. The code process and legislative work create timing and process challenges that we will have to address throughout 2013 in search of a favorable outcome on this issue. This is the number one priority for BATC in 2013.

Land Use BATC has been a leader from the business community on land use policy issues for over a decade. A likely item to emerge in the 2013 session is a discussion about park fees required in new developments.

Currently, MN law states that park fees must be established based on the average fair market value of unplatted land. This has created challenges as the value of land has dropped dramatically, but the fees have remained at pre-downturn rates.

This is an unfair and expensive requirement on homeowners in new development projects. BATC believes that fair market value should be defined as the value negotiated between the municipality and the applicant, or the market value of the property as determined by independent appraisals. Finding agreement with local government groups will be a challenge, but there is acknowledgement on all sides that the current system is unfair and needs repair.

Transportation Since the gas tax increase in 2008 it’s been relatively quiet on the transportation funding front. That is likely to change in

2013, which could mean that traffic impact fees on new development will again make some noise. In past years, several versions of the idea have been floated at the Capitol, all of them attempting to give local governments the authority to charge a per lot fee on new developments to off-set traffic improvement costs. BATC has resisted these attempts as proponents have refused to agree to a policy which would require transparency and proof of a connection between the fee and need created by the development. In the past there was enough agreement with our position that the bills never made it into law. Will we find enough agreement with our position in 2013?

Consumer Protection Over the years BATC has spent significant time in policy discussions regarding homeowner protection through the statutory home warranty law. Lengthening the warranty and discovery periods, as well as requirements for builders to pay attorney fees in legal disputes have been the top items debated. These discussions could be resumed with a DFL majority.

Wild Card With any major change in political leadership there is an element of the unknown.

That is certainly the case in 2013 with the sea change of partisan leadership and influx of new legislators. BATC stands at the ready to respond to issues that we haven’t anticipated. Stay tuned to our weekly email, The Voice, for legislative updates.

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BATC HONORS LEGISLATORS AND ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR BATC was pleased to honor four Minnesota legislators as Legislators of the Year at the October Gala. Recognizing these legislators is an important step as we continue to strengthen our public policy efforts and add greater clout to our industry. It was powerful to see three of the four in attendance at the event to personally receive recognition and provide remarks to the 300 attendees.

building code. Twice the bill passed the Minnesota House and Senate with overwhelming bi-partisan support only to be vetoed by Governor Dayton.

Representative Peppin is a true champion of the housing industry.

Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove)

Representative Michael Beard (R-Shakopee)

Representative Joyce Peppin (R-Rogers) Representative Peppin was instrumental in helping BATC successfully move its Variance bill through the legislature.

That bill, prompted by a Minnesota Supreme Court decision (called the Krummenacher case), was necessary to restore the capacity for cities to issue variances. In addition to the Variance bill, Representative Peppin carried the industry’s Fire Sprinkler bill, which attempted to prevent the Department of Labor and Industry from including a sprinkler mandate in the

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Senjem worked diligently with his caucus and in end of session negotiations for our cause, but ultimately could not hold the preemption as broader issues overtook Fire Sprinklers.

Representative Beard believes strongly in private property rights and entrepreneurship.

That belief led him to carry BATC’s Moratoria, Park Fee and Land Use bill, which he masterfully shepherded through the Minnesota House (the bill died in the Senate, short by only four votes last session). Our opponents, led by the Land Stewardship Project, were relentless in contacting Beard, but he stood firm on the issue and carried the ball deeper into opposition territory than has been achieved before. We are so fortunate to have advocates such as Representative Beard, he clearly deserved our Legislator of the Year award.

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One of the most senior and respected members of the body, Senator Limmer has long been an aggressive advocate for development rights and residential construction. A licensed real estate broker, Limmer has an acute understanding of the challenges builders and remodelers face.

He has authored multiple bills and amendments on behalf of the industry, including fire sprinkler legislation.

Bill Burgess The inaugural BATC Advocate of the Year was awarded Bill Burgess, Division President of Lennar Minnesota. Bill serves on the Housing First Committee where he is an active fundraiser. Even more significantly, Bill has a remarkable vision for the growth of BATC’s policy and political efforts. He helped the lead the effort to restructure BATC’s dues formula, to protect the Parade of Homes and grow BATC’s advocacy efforts.

Senator David Senjem (R-Rochester) BATC met with Senator Senjem early in the 2012 Legislative Session, and he committed to doing everything in his power to prevent a sprinkler mandate.

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OUR GUY AT THE CAPITOL Meet Peter Coyle Shareholder and formerly the president of Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd Written by Wendy Danks Peter Coyle has been representing BATC’s interests at the state Capitol for more than a decade.

We found out pretty quickly that Pete has the experience, expertise and definitely the chops to do the finest job possible for us. Selected as one of Minnesota’s Super Lawyers® every year since 2005, Pete is the region’s top attorney on land use and regulatory issues.

Besides a keen knowledge of our industry’s issues, Pete understands the machinations of state government, and is well-known and respected by officials and legislators on both sides of the aisle. "Government decision-making can be a confusing and frustrating process,” Pete says. “When you remove the mystery, you can solve clients’ problems."

And so he does. Here are three of Pete’s major successes for BATC: Variance Issue – The shutdown of variances in 2010 was one of the larger policy issues for builders and remodelers in the past few decades, coming at a time when the industry was in its deepest valley of the market contraction. BATC, with Pete at the helm, led the charge at the Capitol to overturn the Krummenacher decision and 28

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get our members back to work, navigating a complex web of business and government interests to find a sensible solution that allows variance consideration for property owners in unique circumstances.

Attorney Fees – In 2009 the home building industry found itself faced with the sobering possibility that a builder would have to pay a homeowner’s attorney fees and costs in all home warranty disputes where the homeowner prevailed. In a moment of industry crisis, Pete was instrumental in leading the effort to convince Governor Pawlenty to veto the legislation.

Park Fees – Park fees are expensive, yet they serve an important purpose. Homeowners value open space, trails and access to parks, it’s part of the good life in Minnesota. Pete has helped BATC successfully pass several bills over the past ten years that bring greater balance and fairness to park fee costs, principally that every municipality must have a park plan in

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place prior to charging a fee, keep the fees in a segregated account and double-dipping of park fees is prohibited. Our work isn’t complete, but BATC, with Pete’s help, has ensured that the rules for collecting and spending park fees are fair and that they benefit our customers.

When he’s not lobbying, lawyering, or taking care of BATC’s business, Pete is usually spending time with his family.

Pete’s wife, Sandy, keeps the home fires burning when she’s not at her part-time Pier One job. And their aging Westie, Max, snoozes most of the day away. They have three kids, all pretty much out of the nest, and not an attorney in the bunch. Their first son, Chris, is 25 and in sales for a Red Wingbased firm. Daniel is in the middle at 22 and a mechanical engineering senior at the University of Minnesota. Their youngest, daughter Maureen, is 20 and studying fashion design (look out Stella McCartney).

As far as down time, Pete enjoys a few thrills. He likes to

ski when he can get to the mountains, and is planning to add Lake Tahoe to his downhill experiences this year. His boat on Lake Pepin lets him keep up his ski-skills on the water during the summer, too. And he does enjoy facing off against the mighty Minnesota Walleye.

But Pete also knows how to relax. He and Sandy enjoy their backyard pond complete with a coterie of gold fish. He definitely likes to catch a good movie (he recently saw Argo and says it was really good). He also likes a good book, especially when he gets to just “lollygag on the boat, reading and drifting.” His literary tastes range from crime mystery novels to biographies, and, who would have guessed, political histories.

We expect to keep Pete busy in 2013 with plenty of issues at the legislature. Lucky for us, Pete is our guy at the Capitol.

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FORWARD THINKING Meet Chris Contreras BATC Treasurer and Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Ryland Homes.

Written by Katy Ervin The housing market had just begun to slip when Chris Contreras moved to Minneapolis in 2006. He started his role as Ryland Homes’ Vice President of Sales and Marketing Manager with an optimistic attitude but, “I spent three years waiting for the bottom to drop out, and it didn’t.”

The downcast market was not enough to derail our 2013 Board of Directors Treasurer then, or ever.

What you need to know about Chris is that he is smart, driven and focused. “I like to formulate a plan and then execute that plan,” he explains. Chris is not just motivated by a smart business proposition or project, but by the outcome and future success that a plan can possess.

Being able to adequately tweak, adjust and perfect a plan can take a project to a whole other level. “It’s interesting to watch how events unfold,” he explains, “The assumptions we make are not 100 percent accurate, but there is always an adjustment we can make that will help make us all winners. I am motivated to make the people around me successful and I am blessed to have the most 30

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talented sales team in the Twin Cities (but of course I think that).”

This kind of thinking has allowed Chris to reach new heights in his personal life as well. His can-do attitude means that a New Years Resolution isn’t necessary. “New Years is not a monumental moment for me,” Chris jokes.

“Any changes that need to be made in my life happen as they come. If I waited for New Years to change, nothing would ever get done.”

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Chris and his wife Kelly were approached by their son, Zachary (then 8 years old), about getting a dog, Chris pushed off the conversation saying “Come see me when you’re 12.” Today, Zachary (11 years) and Jordon (8) have been constant reminders of this conversation and are hoping to finally add a dog to their family by next year. “I have been trying to get out of this for the past three years.

This summer I even offered a pool in the back yard, but was rejected!” I guess, for now, their family cat will have to suffice.

Regardless of the outcome of the Contreras family dog debate, we know that the leadership Chris exemplifies will lead to a winning solution. We’ve seen this over and over again in the way that Chris has navigated a challenging housing market with ease and determination. “The last few years have been tough on everyone in our industry. My goal has always been to make sure that my team continues to be the most successful sales people in the Twin Cities.” Chris has done just that.

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Sponsor: Women Build Day: (from left to right, top to bottom) 1. Banners declared the event for all to see 2. Our women definitely know their way around a joist system 3. No, we’re not measuring the spaces with our hard hats! 4. Rebar holds no mystery for these ladies 5. BATC’s team included front row: Ruth Petermann, Send Out Cards by Petermann Enterprises; Brittni Hanson, Sicora, Inc.; Sara LeBlanc, Centra Homes, LLC; Kathy Trimble, Kathy Trimble Custom Homes; Tamra Mueller, James Barton Design Build, Inc.; Debbie Berg, DCA Title. Back row: Kelley Knight, Knight Construction Design, Inc. ; Nicole Coon, BATC; Stephanie Simenstad, Trek Real Estate and Development; Beth Hustad, Trek Real Estate and Development; Heather Litchy, BATC, Monique Janu, MJ’s Contract Appliance, Inc.; Mary Schweich, BATC; Lori Anderson, Mingle Cabinetry Furnishings Design; Tarry Logsdon, RBC Tile & Stone; and Susan Ley, Centra Homes, LLC

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2012 BATC President Curt Christensen got the crowd crowing with one of his “famous” jokes 9. John Vandermyde, JJ Vanderson and Jon Rohs, Jon Rohs Construction with Katie Harms, Scherer Bros. Lumber 10. Marlon Grant and Denny Weestrand both retired and enjoying it 11.

Toasting an improving industry 12. Kenneth Berghorst 13. George Cundy, Cundy Santine Architects

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Welcome New BATC Members Joining the Builders Association of the Twin Cities is the first step in becoming more active in your industry and in working to gain more business. The following companies have joined BATC over the last three months.

Please take a moment to welcome the newest members of our association.

NEW MEMBERS Bank of America Home Loans 14985 Glazier Avenue, #520 Apple Valley, MN 55124 Kevin Greene 952-997-5655 kevin.greene@bankofamerica.com

Belle Kitchen, LLC 275 Market Street, #110 Minneapolis, MN 55405 Tricia Bayer-Murphy 612-343-8889 tricia@bellelkitchen.com www.bellekitchen.com

Benoz Homes, Inc. 605 Lanewood Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 Benjamin Akhigbe 612-508-7927 bakhigbe@aol.com www.benozhomes.com

Bonded Builders Warranty Group 1500 Kings Highway Port Charlotte, FL 33980 Ken Ward 800-749-0381 kward@bondedbuilders.com www.bondedbuilders.com

Bridgewater Bank 3800 American Boulevard Bloomington, MN 55431 Blake Bonjean 612-599-0330 bbonjean@bonjeancompanies.com

Capstone Law, LLC 12700 Anderson Lakes Parkway Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Rob Shainess 612-548-1604 rob@capstonelawmn.com www.capstonelawmn.com

Edwards Sales Corporation

Hawthorne Homes, Inc.

1991 Annapolis Lane N. Plymouth, MN 55441 Janice Gaut 763-551-9100 jjgaut@qwestoffice.net www.closetfactory.com

3700 N. Chestnut Street Chaska, MN 55318 Anna Stauber 952-929-6794 astauber@edwardssales.com www.edwardssales.com

P.O. Box 118 S. St. Paul, MN 55075 Michael Mickelson 651-451-5917 minnbuilder@yahoo.com www.homesbyhawthorne.com

Copper Creek, LLC

Eskuche Associates, LLC

4719 Park Nicollet Avenue SE, #120 Prior Lake, MN 55372 Vince Birdsley 952-250-8869 vince@coppercreekmn.com www.coppercreekmn.com

18318 Minnetonka Boulevard Deephaven, MN 55391 Shannon Murphy 952-544-3844 shannon@eskuche.com www.eskuche.com

Home Tailors Building & Remodeling, Inc.

CopperSmith Gutter Company

First American Title

P.O. Box 26683 St. Louis Park, MN 55426 Ryan Grambart 612-578-0379 coppersmithgutter@yahoo.com www.coppersmithgutter.com

3601 Minnesota Drive, #100 Bloomington, MN 55435 Kelly Aitkin 952-830-0660 kaitkin@firstam.com www.firstamtitlemn.com

David Charlez Designs

Fitzke Construction, LLC

20352 Islandview Circle Lakeville, MN 55044 David Zweber 952-428-8200 dave.zweber@gmail.com www.davidcharlezdesigns.com

17721 Formosa Avenue Lakeville, MN 55044 Jaren Fitzke 612-483-0475 jaren@fitzkeconstruction.com www.fitzkeconstruction.com

Dean Johnson Homes

Forbord Land Company, LLC

4700 County Road 19 Medina, MN 55357 Peggy Johnson 763-479-4820 deanjohnsonhomes@gmail.com www.deanjohnsonhomes.com

4960 Sussex Place Shorewood, MN 55331 Terry Forbord 952-470-5121 tforbord@forbordusa.com

Galaxy Sales, Inc. Drake Bank 60 E. Plato Boulevard, #100 St. Paul, MN 55107 Lisa Hertle 651-767-9818 lhertle@drake-bank.com www.drakebank.com

P.O. Box 285 Arther, IL 61911 Joe Laszkiewicz 217-543-3331 joe@carstinbrands.com www.carstinbrands.com

8694 Eagle Creek Parkway Savage, MN 55378 Matt Clifford 952-983-2188 matt.clifford@galaxysalesinc.com www.galaxysalesinc.com

the gudhouse company, llc Dura Supreme, Inc. 300 Dura Drive Howard Lake, MN 55349 Karen Winstrom 320-543-3872 kwistrom@durasupreme.com www.durasupreme.com

Carstin Brands, Inc.

4424 Abbott Avenue S. Minneapolis, MN 55410 Mike Lucas 612-501-0518 mike@thegudhousecompany.com www.thegudhousecompany.com

Halleland Habicht, PA ECCO Midwest, Inc.

Century Building Team, LLC P.O. Box 998 Forest Lake, MN 55025 Tony Janu 651-466-0609 tony@thehousingteam.com www.thehousingteam.com

Closet Factory

10255 Inver Grove Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 Jennifer Hilsgen 651-788-9556 info@eccomidwest.com www.eccomidwest.com

33 South Sixth Street, #3900 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Ryan Hatton 612-836-5500 rhatton@hallelandhabicht.com www.hallelandhabicht.com

1625 Wynne Avenue St. Paul, MN 55108 Tim Canfield 651-646-6436 tcanfield@hometailors.com www.hometailors.com

IDI Distributors 8303 Audubon Road Chanhassen, MN 55317 Joseph Novogratz 952-279-6400 joenovo@idimn.com www.IDI-Insulation.com

Icynene Corp.

4095 Eau Claire Circle NE Prior Lake, MN 55372 Mark Rausch 952-913-8409 mrausch@icynene.com www.icynene.com

Infinity Scaffold 2395 Copp Road St. Paul, MN 55114 Matt Rothbauer 651-646-4525 matt@infinityscaffold.com www.infinityscaffold.com

Lake Elmo Bank 11465 – 39th Street N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Christine Clark 651-773-4718 cclark@lakeelmobank.com www.lakeelmobank.com

Landmark Photography & Design 1100 Zane Avenue N., Studio #3 Golden Valley, MN 55422 Jon Huelskamp 612-827-0022 jon@landmarkphotodesign.com www.landmarkphotodesign.com

Landsted, LLC 900 Crestview Drive Hudson, WI 54016 Mark Erickson 715-386-5555 merickson@landsted.com www.landsted.com

If you’re aware of prospective BATC members, please let Membership Director, Deb Earl know; Deb@batc.org or 651-697-7562.

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Lavish Interiors, Inc.

New Renovations Painting, LLC

Title Mark, LLC

14513 Hunters Lane Savage, MN 55378 Linda Green 612-327-9400 lindagreen@lavish-interiors.com www.lavish-interiors.com

31 Arbor Lane Farmington, MN 55024 Matt Odenthal 952-500-1088 mj.odenthal@yahoo.com

121 West Main Waconia, MN 55387 Brad Solheim 952-442-7777 bsolheim@titlemark.com www.titlemark.com

Lorenz Concrete

Ogle Construction, Maintenance, Services, Inc.

Tollberg Homes, LLC

23210 Zumbro Street NE Stacy, MN 55079 Mike Lorenz 651-408-8600 mike@lorenzconcrete.com www.lorenzconcrete.com

349 Ravens Court Lino Lakes, MN 55014 Bryan Ogle 651-472-9796 bogle@oglecms.com www.oglecms.com

13750 Crosstown Drive, #202 Andover, MN 55304 Nathan Jones 763-205-2037 Nathan@tollberghomes.com www.tollberghomes.com

Luther Brookdale Chevrolet Buick GMC

Ohana Construction, Inc.

Trademark Wood Products, LLC

13482 Georgia Court Apple Valley, MN 55124 Marguerite Hoogs 651-274-3116 ryanmaggie@ohanaconstructioninc.com www.ohanaconstructioninc.com

8607 Hansen Avenue Shakopee, MN 55379 Dan Brusven 952-403-9852 dan.brusven@trademarkwoodproducts.com www.trademarkwoodproducts.com

6701 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Kristal Bechtold 763-222-1913 kristal.bechtold@lutherauto.com www.brookdalechevy.com

PipeRight Plumbing, Inc. MCI Paint & Drywall 12701 Chowen Avenue S., #102B Burnsville, MN 55337 Mark Mathiowetz 952-985-7778 markm@mcidrywall.com www.mcidrywall.com

3308 Skycroft Drive Minneapolis, MN 55418 Marc Tomas 612-237-1123 marc@piperightmn.com www.piperightmn.com

Property Claim Solutions Marketing Superior Products, LLC 6272 Magnolia Lane Maple Grove, MN 55369 Robert Hammermeister 612-991-2828 msp.bobh@gmail.com www.marketingsuperiorproducts.com

Merles Water Conditioning 2200 Highway 36 E. N. St. Paul, MN 55109 Justin Regnier 651-777-1349 justinr@merleswater.com www.merleswater.com

Midwest Fence & Manufacturing Co., Inc. 525 E. Villaume Avenue S. St. Paul, MN 55075 Steve Wilson 651-203-5603 stevew@midwestfenceco.com www.midwestfence.com

Miles Realty 3600 American Boulevard W., #130 Bloomington, MN 55431 Mark Gergen 952-835-7080 mark@milesrealtycorp.com www.milesrealtycorp.com

Modern Press 808 First Street SW New Brighton, MN 55112 Kelley Frain 651-633-4000 kelley@superprinter.com www.superprinter.com

Natural Built Home 4020 Minnehaha Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55406 Lynne Jensen-Nelson 612-605-7999 lynne@naturalbuilthome.com www.naturalbuilthome.com

2005 Pin Oak Drive, #2 Eagan, MN 55122 Nathan Smith 651-994-2028 lnyberg@pcsrenew.com www.pcsrenew.com

Roy Lund Builder, Inc. 1010 North Main Street River Falls, WI 54022 Todd Kuchera 715-425-1130 info@lundbuilders.com www.lundbuilders.com

Rubble Tile 7003 W. Lake Street, #150 St. Louis Park, MN 55426 Lila Tully 952-938-2599 lilat@rubbletile.com www.rubbletile.com

The Satellite Store, Inc. 2222 Floral Drive White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Craig Hoffstatter 651-407-7095 craig@satstoremn.com www.satstoremn.com

Stay At Home, Inc. 339 – 2nd Street Excelsior, MN 55331 Renee Aldecocea 952-358-7304 info@stayathomerenovation.com www.stayathomerenovation.com

Steven Horne Homes, L.L.C. 2921 Hanson Court Faribault, MN 55021 Steven Horne, Sr. 507-331-8199 steve@stevenhornehomes.com www.stevenhornehomes.com

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ASSOCIATES! This is YOUR day in the limelight.

Get a booth! Be a sponsor! Host an After-Party Suite!

Contact Nicole@batc.org

Tradition Mortgage, LLC 6800 France Avenue S., #310 Edina, MN 55435 Erik Hendrikson 952-920-5100 erik.hendrikson@traditionllc.com www.traditioncompanies.com

Twin Cities Closet Company 2634 Minnehaha Avenue S. Minneapolis, MN 55406 Jim Myers 612-623-0987 jmyers@tccloset.com www.tccloset.com

Unit Preparation Painting 2005 Great Oaks Drive Burnsville, MN 55337 Steve Litt 612-290-2266 steve@unitpreppainting.com www.unitpreppainting.com

Wuensch Construction, Inc. 90 Brentwood Avenue Excelsior, MN 55331 Jeff Wuensch 952-322-0508 wuenschconst@qwest.net www.wuenschconstruction.com

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There is no better chance to reach qualified prospects to grow your business. This is where the industry professionals go to find out what’s new in the field of residential construction. They come looking for suppliers and are ready to make purchases.

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SPIKE

Verb: Impale on or pierce with a sharp point.

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Join our elite Spikes, contact Deb Earl, 651-6977562, deb@batc.org for more information.

What are the benefits of becoming a Spike?

• Increased visibility, recognition and networking opportunities at industry events • Unique and valuable lapel pins for each level of achievement (unfortunately the NAHB stopped rewarding Spikes with sports coats, Al Tewinkel looks pretty darned good in his purple one - at right) • Additional VIP treatment throughout the year

2012 BATC’S SPIKE OF THE YEAR: Bob Michels,

Bob Michels Construction our October Awards of Excellence Gala. If you missed his mobile (automobile that is) acceptance video, check it out on the BATC You Tube channel (just click the You Tube link in the quick links section of BATC.org).

Even before our fall “NovMember” drive, where he took both top individual honor and team win, Bob had been bringing in new members right and left. He was so prolific that he earned BATC’s 2012 Spike of the Year, and was recognized for his recruitment prowess at

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We asked him on video to share his tips for recruiting new members to BATC, too. His biggest tip?

Sincerity! He said believing in the value of BATC makes it easy to convince his vendors, friends and peers.

639 Spike Credits and Growing...

Our thanks and congratulations go to BATC’s Top Spike: Al Tewinkel.

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Kelly Davert Mingle Kori Meewes and more by Kori Bob Michels Bob Michels Construction, Inc

Bob Bennett Fireside Hearth & Home

Pattie Martin Glowing Hearth & Home

Pam Belz Senior Housing Partners

Marv McDaris Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC

Chris Contreras Ryland Homes Larry Cramer L. Cramer Designers & Builder Dwight Deisting All Aspects Enterprises

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David Frosch Micheal Lee, Inc.

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Dennis Galligan In-Focus Systems

Kerry Mulcrone Kerry & Co. Shawn Nelson New Spaces Mark Peterson M A Peterson Designbuild, Inc. Len Pratt Pratt Homes Lowell Pratt Pratt Homes

Curt Christensen Lee Lyn Construction, LLC

Larry Heisler Reynolds & Reynolds

Paul Donnay Donnay Homes, Inc.

Peter Jacobson Lake Country Builders

Ruth Petermann Send Out Cards by Petermann Enterprises

Mary Jean Dupuis MJ's Contract Appliances

Tim Liester Lyman Lumber Co.

Rich Riemersma Imperial Homes, Inc.

Jason McCarty Westwood Professional Services

Scott Loeher Greenwood Design Build

Jill Murphy Martha O'Hara Interiors Brian Robbins Pella Windows & DoorsTwin Cities, Inc. John Zirbes Lyman Lumber Co

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Jim Lynum Builder Insurance Services

Carla Warner Warners' Stellian Co., Inc.

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ALL WRAPPED UP, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Even as our charitable arm, The BATC Foundation, wraps up another year of projects and programs, the amazing transformations that took place in 2012 will not fade quickly from our memories.

In 2012, The BATC Foundation experienced a powerful spirit of hope as they saw three major projects come to fruition, and countless lives impacted through the donors, volunteers and builder partners who gave their time and talents in 2012. It was a year of gifts and life changing renovations that won’t be forgotten.

A safe home was given to a true American hero, war veteran Noah Gordon. The BATC Foundation, and builder partner Soderbeck Design and Construction, Inc., remedied several water intrusion problems to successfully welcome Noah Gordon home to a safe and structurally sound house in November.

Similarly, safety issues were addressed in the home of a young Minneapolis woman who pur-

chased a home that had been cosmetically covered up by house flippers. Today, she rests easy in a beautiful home that is free from hazardous chemicals. Our partnership with Project for Pride in Living helped give her a safe home, packaged perfectly from the inside out.

One of our most memorable events in 2012 was at the celebration open house for Jack Jablonski. The BATC Foundation and builder partners Awad & Koontz Architects Builders and Kuhl Design & Build were humbled to add wheelchair accessible features to the home of this incredibly courageous and positive young man who suffered a serious spinal injury during a high school hockey tournament. But the renovations that we were able to give to the Jablonski family was nothing compared to the hope that they gave to us! We were so inspired by the perseverance and strength that Jack has demonstrated throughout his recovery journey and were encouraged to bel13ve in miracles.

For more information about our projects, fundraisers, or to donate, please contact Executive Director Jan Berg, 651-697-7563, jan@batc.org.

UPCOMING EVENTS Foundation Recognition Luncheon:

February 21st Craigslist Garage Sale:

Details coming

Thank you Rebuilding Together:

Dream Homes

Silent Auction

Builder Partner Ironwood Carpentry, LLC All Inc. Harkraft, Inc.

Spring: The Landschute Group, Inc Pillar Homes Partners, Inc. Refined, LLC Feehan Design and Build, Inc.

Admit One alVento BATC Becker Furniture Bell Mortgage Bob Bennett Boise Cascade Brave New Workshop Bremer Bank Brush Masters Builders Club Café Latte Cambria Canterbury Park Channel 9 Clear Channel Comcast Contract Interiors Creative Lighting Donna Hill Fireside Hearth & Home Gabberts Grand Casino Guthrie Holiday Companies Illusion Theater Infocus Systems Jared Allen

Gordon Project: Dean Soderbeck Design & Construction, Inc.

PPL Project: Thompson Exteriors, LLC

Supporters of the BATC Foundation: JJ Vanderson Timothy Hassett First Financial-Merchant Services Sikkens Hirsfields Ron DeCoux Pam Belz Bob Michels Bryan Wolfe Woodstone Renovation, LLC

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Fall: Hartman Homes, Inc. Homes by Tradition, LLC Erotas Building Corp.

Schrader & Companies

Pulte Golf Tournament Pulte Homes of Minnesota, LLC Contract Interiors, Inc. Manor Concrete Construction, Inc. Fireside Hearth & Home Shaw Industries J & W Asphalt Harkraft, Inc. Florstar Sales, Inc. Lyman Lumber & ABC Millwork

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Jensen’s Supper Club JMS Homes Joe’s Garage Katie Harms John Kraemer & Sons KS95 Lampert Lumber Lennar Louisiana-Pacific Matt Blair Maynards Michelle Olson – Oaks of Olivet Minnesota Twins Minnesota Vikings My Talk 107.1 Old Log Theater Ordway Outback Steak House Pat Hegseth Pulte Homes RSR Richard Berg Rush Creek Golf Course Ryland Homes Showcase Renovations, Inc. Star Tribune St. Paul Pioneer Press Timberwolves

Titan Toll Brothers Tom Rauscher WCCO Radio WCCO-TV Weyerhaeuser Woodland Hills Winery

BATC Foundation Board: Sara J. Anderson, Chair Gary Aulik Robert Bennett Marty Gergen Matt Hanish Katie Harms Pat Hegseth Donna Hill Patrick Jacobson Kate Liberko Mike McCalvy Trace Mills Jerry Peterson Stephen Roche Cary Shaich Dean Soderbeck Steve Williams John Zirbes

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Sara Anderson– A Bundle of Balanced Energy Written by Katie Harms, BATC Foundation Vice Chair

The BATC Foundation has had the distinct pleasure of having the energizer bunny, aka Sara Anderson, involved in our organization for the past four years, the last two as our chair. And while her term leading our Foundation comes to an end this year, her involvement will not stop — thank the good Lord!

Sara knows exactly what her purpose in life is — to give back to others. She believes in putting faith and her family, (husband Ross and sons Austin, 4 and Cameron, 6), first and she also takes great pride in her career. Much like the legs of a stool, balance is critical for Sara. She believes that she

must cultivate all areas of her life to receive the natural boost that comes from living in balance.

Sara is a sales professional for Dennison Technologies and offices from home, which lets her do things like getting her son on the bus each morning. She is extremely focused and uses her time wisely, knowing that once she walks into her home office, she is “at work.” Her focus and flexibility gives her more time to do the work of the Foundation.

How did the Foundation get so lucky? Sara’s involvement started at a time when the industry was suffering.

Sara said it was heartwarm-

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ing to focus on the good that was being done by the Foundation within an industry that was struggling.

It allowed for much personal growth and eventually she saw a difference in how she approached business. Sara believes that perspective is the key and the fact that she is able to find the silver lining in the darkest clouds is one more thing that makes her one very special person.

Sara brought a passion to the Foundation as chair. The laughter has been plentiful and the memories wonderful. Sara’s greatest joy in working with the Foundation has been the ability to be around the families

whose lives we have impacted. “Getting to know the Vang family and their incredible work ethic was amazing,” she said.

One has to wonder where Sara finds the energy to accomplish so much. In true comedic form, she tells me that her husband Ross is always looking for her batteries, but up to this point has not found them. If he did, I believe they would have to be Eveready. You know - the ones that power the energizer bunny?! It’s only fitting.

Read the full story about Sara online at the BATC blog (www.BATC.org, click on blog and look for the Sara Anderson story).

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MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: BATC’s Young Professio nals

team were on the “hunt.”

BATC turned November into “NovMember” with a Membership Drive that resulted in 50 new members by month’s end.

The kickoff event was held on November 1st with the help of 42 dedicated BATC recruiting warriors (members and staff, listed below) working in nine teams. The competitive spirit was clearly evident as the score board began filling up to a host of cheers and jeers, as each worked feverishly to earn the title and several great prizes.

NovMember Recruiting Warrior Winners Grand Prize Individual for recruiting the most new members: Bob Michels, Bob Michels Construction. His prize: a relaxing weekend at Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria.

1st Place Team (Recruited 11 New Members) Prize: Limo ride and dinner

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SUPER SPIKES: Captain: Bob Michels, Bob Michels Construction Team Members: Kelly Davert, Mingle Cabinetry Furnishings Design; Bob Rohweder, Warners’ Stellian; Ruth Petermann, Send Out Cards by Peterman Enterprises

Additional prizes earned by the rest of our fabulous teams included Caribou gift cards, bottles of wine, sports tickets, movie tickets and cash.

2nd Place Team (Recruited Six New Members) Prize: $25 gift cards for each team member

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SALES ROCK STARS: Captain: Carole Griffith, Homes by Tradition Team Members: (All Homes by Tradition Sales staff) Jill Hendrickson, Tom Griffith, Andrea Sullivan, Lavern Rod

TEAM PELLA: Captain: Brian Robbins, Pella Windows & Doors-Twin Cities, Inc.

Captain: Curt Christensen, Lee Lyn Construction Team Members: David Siegel, BATC; Jan Berg, BATC Foundation; Angie Picotte, Creative Lighting

THE CRUSADERS:

Captain: Bob Bennett, Fireside Hearth & Home Team Members: Sara Anderson, Dennison Technology; Scott Jenewein, Cambria; Jerry Peterson, BATC Emeritus member; Bob Hanson, BATC past Executive Director

TEAM VIAGRA: Captain: (as you’d expect) Jon Coty, Lampert Lumber Team Members: Brett Remme, In-Focus; Kerry Mulcrone, Kerry & Co.

YP’S ON THE HUNT: Captain: Justin Spoelstra, Preferred Interactive LLC Team Members: Tarry Logsdon, RBC Tile; Jim Fuschetto, Ferguson Kitchen Bath & Lighting Gallery; Mark Searles, Enhanced Home Systems; Ryan Ohr, IKO; Lance Anderson, Admit One, Inc.

TEAM POWER PLAY: Captain: Pattie Martin, Glowing Hearth & Home Team Members: Jill Murphy, Martha O’Hara Interiors; Monique Janu, MJ’s Contract Appliances, Inc; Todd Polifka, Brush Masters

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www.appliancesmart.com

Bank of America Home Loans 14985 Glazier Ave., #520 Apple Valley, MN 55124 Kevin Greene 952-997-5655

Bridgewater Bank Banking 10296 - 182nd St. W. Lakeville, MN 55044 Blake Bonjean 612-599-0330

Captain: John Zirbes, Lyman Lumber Team Members: Collin Owens, Lyman Lumber; Constance Koopman, Marshall & Koopman Real Estate

BATC BRAWLERS:

Appliance Retailer 7400 Excelsior Blvd.

Minneapolis, MN 55426 Jaison Rankin 952-930-1749

Mortgage Lending

Team Members: (Pella Staff) Marc Cabrera, Ryan Kinsella, Walt Perala, Keith Westover, Andrew Rogers, Diane Senesac

TEAM PREZ:

Appliance Smart, Inc.

Carstin Brands, Inc. Supplier of Countertops & Accessories P.O. Box 285 Arther, IL 61911 Joe Laszkiewicz 217-543-3331

www.carstinbrands.com

Certified Wood Products Wholesale Distributor P.O. Box 895 Maple Lake, MN 55358 Rick Wald 320-963-1500

www.certifiedwood.net >>>

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THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED, AND A SPECIAL WELCOME TO OUR 50 NEW BATC MEMBERS, INCLUDING THESE ASSOCIATES: Closet Factory

ECCO Midwest, Inc.

Custom Storage Systems

Abatement Contractor

Forbord Land Company, LLC

1991 Annapolis Ln. N. Plymouth, MN 55441 Janice Gaut 763-551-9100

10255 Inver Grove Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 Jennifer L. Hilsgen 651-788-9556

4960 Sussex Place Shorewood, MN 55331 Terry Forbord 952-470-5121

www.closetfactory.com

www.eccomidwest.com

CopperSmith Gutter Company

Edwards Sales Corporation

Seamless Gutters

Distributor for Dow Chemical

P.O. Box 26683 St. Louis Park, MN 55426 Ryan Grambart 612-578-0379

www.coppersmithgutter.com

Dennison Technology Group Consulting Services Telephone Sales & Service P.O. Box 7884 St. Cloud, MN 56302 Sara Anderson 952-228-2420

3700 N. Chestnut St. Chaska, MN 55318 Anna Stauber 952-929-6794

Foam Installation Mfr Architecture 18318 Minnetonka Blvd.

Deephaven, MN 55391 Shannon M. Murphy 952-544-3844

www.eskuche.com

Excavation, Demolition

3601 Minnesota Dr., #100 Bloomington, MN 55435 Kelly Atikin 952-830-0660

www.firstamtitlemn.com

FloorSource & Design Flooring Store

www.drakebank.com

8716 Harriet Ave. S. Bloomington, MN 55420 Matthew Hild 651-331-6166

Dura Supreme, Inc.

www.floorsourceand design.com

Kitchen & Bath Cabinet Mfr 300 Dura Dr. Howard Lake, MN 55349 Karen Wistrom 320-543-3872

www.galaxysalesinc.com

4095 Eau Claire Circle NE Prior Lake, MN 55372 Mark Rausch 952-913-8409

Title Company

60 E. Plato Blvd., #100 St. Paul, MN 55107 Lisa Hertle 651-767-9818

8694 Eagle Creek Parkway Savage, MN 55378 Matt Clifford 952-983-2188

Eskuche Associates, LLC

Dirt Devils Services

Commericial Bank

Manufacturing Representative

Icynene Corp.

First American Title

Drake Bank

Galaxy Sales, Inc.

www.edwardssales.com

www.dennisontech.com

6440 Woodland Trail Greenfield, MN 55357 Jared Stotts 612-366-4876

Development

Landmark Photography & Design

Merles Water Conditioning Water Conditioning

Plumbing

Photography & Graphic Design

2200 Highway 36 E. North St. Paul, MN 55109 Justin Regnier 651-777-1349

3308 Skycroft Dr. Minneapolis, MN 55418 Marc Tomas 612-237-1123

www.merleswater.com

www.piperightmn.com

Midwest Fence & Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Rubble Tile

1100 Zane Ave. N., Studio #3 Golden Valley, MN 55422 Jon Huelskamp 612-827-0022

www.landmarkphoto design.com

Lavish Interiors, Inc. Window Treatments 14513 Hunters Lane Savage, MN 55378 Linda Green 612-327-9400

Real Estate

Satellite/DIRECTV 2222 Floral Dr. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Craig C. Hoffstatter 651-407-7095

www.lorenzconcrete.com

www.IDI-Insulation.com

Marketing Superior Products, LLC

Infinity Scaffold

Manufacturing Representative

www.infinityscaffold.com

Lake Elmo Bank

6272 Magnolia Lane Maple Grove, MN 55369 Robert Hammermeister 612-991-2828

Drywall & Paint 12701 Chowen Ave. S., #102B Burnsville, MN 55337 Mark Mathiowetz 952-985-7778

www.durasupreme.com

www.mcidrywall.com

www.localdtvdealer.com/ satstoremn

Mohawk Moving & Storage

Unit Preparation Painting

Moving & Storage

Painting & Custom Finishing

8271 W 35W Service Dr. Minneapolis, MN 55449 Steven Langsdale 763-717-3737

2005 Great Oaks Dr. Burnsville, MN 55337 Steve Litt 612-290-2266

www.unitpreppainting.com

Modern Press Title Mark, LLC

Printing & Mailing

MCI Paint & Drywall

11465 - 39th St. N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Christine Clark 651-773-4718

www.milesrealtycorp.com

www.mohawkmoving.com

www.marketingsuperior products.com

Banking

www.lakeelmobank.com

The Satellite Store, Inc.

3600 American Blvd. W., #130 Bloomington, MN 55431 Mark Gergen 952-835-7080

23210 Zumbro St. NE Stacy, MN 55079 Mike Lorenz 651-408-8600

Scaffolding

www.rubbletile.com

www.midwestfenceco.com

Lorenz Concrete

IDI Distributors

2395 Copp Road St. Paul, MN 55114 Matt Rothbauer 651-646-4525

7003 W. Lake St., #150 St. Louis Park, MN 55426 Lila Tully 952-938-2599

Fence Installation 525 E. Villaume Ave. So. St. Paul, MN 55075 Steve Wilson 651-203-5603

Miles Realty

Foundation & Decorative Concrete

8303 Audubon Road Chanhassen, MN 55317 Joseph Novogratz 952-279-6400

Distributor of Tile & Stone

www.lavish-interiors.com

www.icynene.com

Insulation Distributor

PipeRight Plumbing, Inc.

Title Company

808 First St. SW New Brighton, MN 55112 Kelley Frain 651-633-4000

121 West Main Waconia, MN 55387 Brad Solheim 952-442-7777

www.superprinter.com

www.titlemark.com

Natural Built Home Green Building Products 4020 Minnehaha Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55406 Lynne Jensen-Nelson 612-605-7999

www.naturalbuilthome.com

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PARTNERS DIAMOND LEVEL PARTNER _________________________________________

PLATINUM LEVEL PARTNERS _____________________________________

GOLD LEVEL PARTNER _______________________________________________

SILVER LEVEL PARTNERS _____________________________________________________ “The Garage Door Place”

Millwork Division

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Helping our members build their businesses through marketing, advocacy and industry connections

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GET SMART ABOUT YOUR INSURANCE RISK COMPLIANCE FOURSTAR, from Corporate Four, BATC/BAM Endorsed Insurance Agents Written by Mike Hoppe and Larry Larson, Corporate Four and FOURSTAR Risk Compliance Solution If you’ve been in the construction industry for any time at all, you know that insurance carriers come and go, and construction defect claims can be as harsh as our winter temperatures. Right now, we are trending toward a cycle in the insurance industry known as a “hard market,” where premiums are generally increasing, the number of insurance companies willing to insure general contractors is decreasing, and underwriting standards are strict.

Currently, insurance carriers view Minnesota as a very

challenging state, relative to residential general contractors.

Key factors that influence this perception are the MN legal climate, namely pro-consumer oriented laws; burdensome regulations; and increased loss history combined with declining production. Some insurance companies view MN right behind CA in this looming insurance crisis, and that is not good. We need to change this negative perception.

The above key factors won’t change overnight, but there is opportunity for contractors to improve their

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standing. We are excited to partner with BATC locally and BAM at large to launch the FOURSTAR program. As an association member, you will learn how the FOURSTAR contractor risk compliance solution, can protect your hardearned reputation as a MN builder.

The FOURSTAR program emphasizes the framework to better protect your business.

S.T.A.R. is an acronym for: S - Shifting appropriate risk; T - Transferring risk through insur-

R - Reducing high severity risks.

While these basic principles of Risk Management are simple, the benefit is only realized when these principles are consistently and accurately implemented.

The FOURSTAR categories are more involved. We will expand on them in future Builders’ Digests and at BATC-U. Join us for the CE course titled “How to Avoid the Looming Insurance Crisis.”

ance agreements; A - Assuming low severity risks;

We will see you there!

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MN GREEN PATH

MN GREEN PATH EVOLVES all BATC members and is a solid first step on the path. Projects are Energy CERTIFIED Certified on the next step when they HERS Index have met base requirements and achieved a HERS index This home is 47% more energy efficient than the HERS reference home built to code. that is 10% Energy Efficiency greater than code. For those striving to attain higher and more holistic green certification further down the path, the Advanced and Master Certifications allow for that option as well.

Every project on the path from Tested through Master Certified receives a Home Performance Report (HPR). The HPR highlights the project’s performance results and green features. It also ensures MN Green Path’s original objective of radical transparency. It’s not necessary, to be

After a solid first year in business MN Green Path continues to evolve and position itself to meet our region’s demand for energy efficient and green certification.

With well over 100 entries into the program and 60 certifications granted already, we’ve learned a lot about homeowners, builders, suppliers and raters’ experiences with Green Path. Some of the major themes in their feedback include: • MN Homebuilders build an incredibly efficient product.

Nearly all MN Green Path projects have met the Green Path HERS Index minimum, which is at least 30% more efficient than the national standard for new homes.

• Verification and testing must continue to be integrated into the rating process to ensure timely certifications • Homeowners are interested in green building, but are much more interested in energy efficiency and its payback.

Taking this feedback and coupling it with the anticipated requirements forthcoming in the new energy code, MN Green Path is adjusting its path to allow for maximum participation among BATC builders and remodelers.

Starting in 2013, the Green Path continuum will begin with energy tested homes. This first step is manageable for

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■ Blower door test result of ≤0.3 cfm per sq ft

■ ENERGY STAR Certified Dishwasher, Clothes Washer and Refrigerator ■ Energy efficient lighting in 50% of whole house (CFL/LED)

Home Address: 7338 Queen Avenue, Richfield, MN 55423 Square Feet: 1,737 • Bedrooms: 3 • Baths: 3 Builder: Brandl Anderson Homes, Inc. www.brandlanderson.com

Your Home

Indoor Environmental Quality ■ Home ventilated mechanically for 48 hours prior to occupancy ■ Gas combustion equipment sealed/direct vented ■ Attached garage sealed: air barrier, common walls, ceiling, and penetrations all sealed prior to insulation

■ High Efficiency Foundation Insulation (R-10)

■ Capillary breaks for moisture management: between top of footings and bottom of foundation wall; below slabs; and where cementitious products connect to framing material

■ Low Expansion Foam Insulation installed around outside window and door units

■ Building cavities are not used as part of duct work for supplies and returns

■ Rigid foam in all exterior wall cavities (R-10)

■ Foundation waterproofed from footing to sill plate

■ High Efficiency Exterior Wall Insulation (R-21)

Water Conservation ■ All lavatory faucets and showerheads low-flow (1.5 gallon/minute)

Resource Management ■ FSC/SFI/CSA Certified lumber in 65% of home ■ Construction waste recycled

Site Development ■ Erosion control was present during construction

■ Programmable thermostat

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perfectly green, but it is necessary to be perfectly honest. MN Green Path looks forward to continued growth in 2013.

If you are interested in learning more about the program visit mngreenpath.org or contact Mary Schweich (mary@batc.org) at 651.697.7572.

New Continuum Your home’s place on the Green Path: You Are Here

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Thank You to Our 2013 Sponsors Pioneer Sponsor:

Guide Sponsor:

Advocate Sponsors:

Enthusiast Sponsors:

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NEWS

STAYING CONNECTED Welcome to Member News. This is the place to learn about what's happening in the lives of BATC members. We feature awards, births, marriages, condolences, promotions, new hires, and all sorts of other milestones. So remember to send all your important news to katy@batc.org!

Awards/Honors

Matt Kruntorad of Meyer, Scherer, and Rockcastle Ltd. for his exterior design.

Professional Remodeler’s 40 Under 40 Katie Jaydan, lead Interior Designer at Castle Building & Remodeling, was recognized by Professional Remodeler on their top 40 under 40 list. Katie was honored among a group of diverse industry professionals who are leaders in their field! castlebri.com

JBDB Receives Double Honors Congratulations to James Barton Design Build for earning recognition in both the Qualified Remodeler - Top 500 (ranking #241 nationwide) and in the Remodeling Magazine’s Top 550 list (#74). jbdb.biz

A Product of Great Teamwork & Great Trade Partners Showcase Renovation was the proud winner of the 2012 COTY award for excellence in the Residential Kitchen Category $60,001$75,000. Showcase also received an Honorable Mention in the Residential Exterior Category. Thanks to Bryan Meyer of M.A. Architecture for his kitchen design and to 56

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MILESTONES AND COOL STUFF Bath-In-A-Box! Castle Building & Remodeling launched a new concept for the ultimate home bathroom makeover! The professional solution for bathroom design and materials can be found in Castle’s Bath-In-A-Box product. Castle’s Interior Designers will design a custom bathroom and ship all of the supplies needed for a bathroom makeover directly to customers. castlebri.com

From the Metrodome to Lambeaux Field Rick and Robin Martinek, MediaMAX Events & Expos, completed a major milestone on their bucket list this year when they finished a seven day bike ride from the Metrodome to Lambeaux Field. All of the money that Rick and Robin raised from their ride went to Moms and Neighbors, a local organization that helps deserving mothers who are facing hardships. momsandneighbors.org

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ON THE MOVE SuperAmerica Opens New Locations SuperAmerica announces the opening of two SuperAmerica locations to help meet your fueling needs. Visit SuperAmerica’s new locations at 100 10th Avenue SE, New Prague and 14815 Forest Blvd., Hugo. As a member of BATC you are eligible to receive our Association Fuel Discount. To learn more about the SA Fleet card and fuel saving opportunities, contact Lisa Felts at 651-4033267. superamerica.com

NEW PEOPLE & PROMOTIONS MetroIBA Welcomes New Board Member Pat Gebes, Account Executive at Evolve Systems, has joined the MetroIBA Board of Directors. Ms. Gebes earned a B.S. in Marketing from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management and brings with her 29 years of sales and marketing experience in technical industry segments. www.evolve-systems.com

Top Notch

Kolbe invites building, remodeling and design professionals to explore the creative potential of windows and doors in its newly opened Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities, located at 7545 Washington Ave. S. in Edina. See the Kolbe feature on page 16.

Fullerton Companies added industry veteran Michael Simon to its “Builder’s Choice” marketing staff as commercial sales manager.

His more than 30 years of experience make Simon a top choice and key addition to the sales and marketing staff.

kolbegallery.com

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Kolbe Gallery Opens Twin Cities Showroom

CONGRATULATIONS Baby Spoelstra Has Arrived Justin and Becky Spoelstra (My Personal Designer) welcomed Austin Levi Spoelstra to the family

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on October 15th. Austin’s older brother, Logan Maxwell (4 years), loves playing with his little brother, who weighed in at 7 lbs 15 oz and 20.5 inches long.

Goodbye, Buddy

Got News?

Send it on over!

Surprise “Stay”cation Congratulations to Tarry Logsdon, our YP Committee Chair, on her engagement to fiancé Andy Johnson. Just before Christmas, the couple got engaged at the Grand Hotel during a surprise "stay"cation planned by the soonto-be groom. "Andy planned the whole night so that every spot was a surprise and the proposal obviously was too!"

CONDOLENCES In Loving Memory Surrounded by family and friends, Daniel

Bartus (Dan – Bar Homes) passed away at age 67 on October 29, 2012. Bartus spent most of his life in the Minneapolis area as a realtor and custom home builder with Dan – Bar Homes until moving to Arizona in 2009.

Remembering a Long Time Member Teodor (Ted) Dahle sadly passed away on October 7, 2012 at the age of 76 years. Ted immigrated from Norway and co-founded Dahle Bros., Inc. with his brother Tory Dahle. Together they built many well-crafted homes in the south and west suburbs. He was a well respected businessman and high quality carpenter. Ted’s sonin-law, Chuck Ryan, and Tory’s son-in-law, Bob Kissell, continue to own and operate Dahle Bros., Inc. today.

Robert “Buddy” Brin was surrounded by his family when he passed away peacefully on November 10th at the age of 88.

Buddy was a member of BATC from 1987 to 2001 with Martin Homes and Homes You Finish.

In Remembrance David Brierton, founding partner at Dominium Development & Acquisition, LLC, passed away on September 27th at the age of 70.

Since founding his company in 1972, Dominium expanded significantly under Brierton’s leadership. Today, Dominium is the largest multifamily apartment owner in the state and the eighth largest affordable housing owner in the nation.

Dearly Missed

ballerina, a proud Edina Hornette and a confident captain of the Gopher cheerleaders in her early years. Most recently, she was known for being a loyal & admired friend to countless people and a home-design & selection-advice expert to hundreds of respecting new-best friends made through the Stonewood family of clients & coworkers.

Our Deepest Sympathy Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jayne Carey Peterson, Mpls. St. Paul Magazine, on the death of her husband Jerry Peterson on December 9th. Jerry joined Jayne at many a BATC event, and always had a smile and an extended hand. Jerry will be greatly missed.

On November 21, 2012, we said goodbye too soon to a beautiful soul, Ethel Gustafson – mother of Sven Gustafson, Stonewood LLC. Ethel performed as a talented

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“One Call Delivery & Install” Schwieters Companies, Inc. 13925 Fenway Boulevard North, Hugo, Minnesota 55038

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Food Drive Member Mixer: (from left to right, top to bottom) 1. Bob Michels, Bob Michels Construction showed off his gift basket for winning the top individual recruiter at our membership drive a few days earlier 2. Deb Hitchcock, Builders Club looking quite festive 3. Janice Gaut, Closet Factory; Rich Riemersma, Imperial Homes; Ruth Petermann, Send Out Cards by Petermann Enterprises; and David Siegel arrayed in the colors of Christmas 4. Jon Coty, Lampert Lumber; Matt Hild, Floorsource & Design; and Brad Sorensen, Custom Millwork sharing good cheer 5. A Holiday thanks for the many donations for Second Harvest 6. Ruth Petermann, Send Out Cards by Petermann Enterprises with daughter Emilly Petermann, BATCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exceptional new receptionist 7. Chris Kimball and Betty Hardle, Vanderbilt Homes enjoyed the pasta by Cosettas 8. Stacy Ahrens and Jen McAlpin, Midwest Home Magazine smiling for the camera 9. Bob Cremers, Builders Club with Pattie Martin, Glowing Hearth and Home 10. Mike Marta and Maria Taylor, Steven Cabinets 11. Rich Riemersma, Imperial Homes wore his red Christmas jacket 12. Brad Sorensen, Custom Milllwork enjoying the evening 13. Nancy Schoenwetter, JMS Custom Homes; Jen McAlpin, Midwest Homes; Jeff Schoenwetter, JMS Custom Homes; Craig Plekkenpol, Plekkenpol Builders; and Jan Berg, BATC Foundation were enjoying the great company and good cheer.

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tain, Justin Spoelstra, Preferred Interactive; Lance Anderson, Admit One, Inc.; Jim Fuschetto, Ferguson Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Gallery; Tarry Logsdon, RBC Tile; Mark Searles, Enhanced Home Systems, Inc; and Ryan Ohr, IKO 5. BATC Brawlers lived up to their name with team captain Bob Bennett, Fireside Hearth and Home; Sarah Anderson, Dennison Technology; Bob Hanson, former BATC EO; Jerry Peterson, emeritus member, and Ron DeCoux, BATC’s accounting manager 6. Super Spikes were all business (which worked out well as they took the top prize): Bob Rohweder, Warners’ Stellian; Ruth Petermann, Send Out Cards by Petermann Enterprises; team captain Bob Michels, Bob Michels Construction; and Kelly Davert, Mingle 7. Team Pella working their magic: team captain Brian Robbins with co-workers Keith Westover, Diane Senesac, Ryan Kinsella, Marc Cabrera, and Walt Perala 8.

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2012 BATC AWARD WINNERS BATC’s 2012 Award of Excellence Gala was held at the Marriott Southwest in Minnetonka on Saturday, October 13th.

It was an excellent night, especially for the 14 Reggie and 16 Trillium winning companies. We also honored our new Builder of the Year (Gonyea Homes), Associate of the Year (Fireside Hearth and Home), Spike of the Year (Bob Michels, Bob Michels Construction), Advocate of the Year (Bill Burgess, Lennar) and four Minnesota legislators (read more about our Spike of the Year on page 46, and our Advocate and Legislator of the Year honorees on page 26).

2012 Builder of the Year: Gonyea Homes, Inc. Gonyea Homes, Inc. in Golden Valley was given high honors at the 2012 Awards of Excellence Gala after receiving the coveted title of 2012 Builder of the Year.

This award recognizes a deserving company that has achieved the highest level of professionalism in the areas of trust, communications, loyalty and ethics throughout the entire year, and beyond.

Gonyea managing partner Tony Sonnen says they anticipate substantial growth in 2013. “We’ve already sold twice as many homes this year than in 2011 and we’re anticipating more growth in 2013,” he said, adding that they doubled their staff this year. “This is a business where it’s easy to cut corners. This award means a lot because it recognizes we produce a high-value product that will stand the test of time.”

Robert L. Hanson Industry Service Award Daryl Doehr, Marvin Windows and Doors, received the Robert L. Hanson Industry Service Award in 2012 for his outstanding service to BATC, including continual contribution to our industry and support of BATC’s mission: Helping our members build their businesses – through marketing, advocacy and industry connections. BATC is pleased to welcome Daryl to the Executive Board as Secretary in 2013.

He will be a great addition to our leadership team.

2012 Associate of the Year – Fireside Hearth & Home Our 2012 Associate of the Year, Fireside Hearth & Home, manufactures all of their products in the United States, and nearly all of their products are made directly in Minnesota. They have a longstanding commitment to “quality, function and reliability,” and a strong loyalty to the Twin Cities market. The Associate of the Year Award is given to the company that exemplifies the highest standards in business conduct as voted by a panel of 20 BATC members with which they’ve done business.

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Reggie Award sm & Trillium Award sm Winners Structure Price Only Listed

$140,000-$179,999

$280,000-$299,999

$420,000-$449,999

$750,000-$999,999

#81 IN BROOKLYN PARK

#162 IN WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP

#234 IN LAKEVILLE

#76 IN GOLDEN VALLEY

$429,000 Homes by Tradition LLC Trillium Partners: Designed Cabinets, Inc., Southern Lights

$794,000 Homes by Tradition LLC Trillium Partners: Action Overhead Garage Door, Inc., Aspen Electric Inc., Designed Cabinets, Inc., Glowing Hearth & Home, Scherer Bros.

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$159,000 BlueStar Homes LLC Trillium Partner: Ferguson Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Gallery

$295,000 Mark of Excellence Homes, Inc. Trillium Partners: Scherer Bros. Lumber Co., Southern Lights

$180,000-$219,999 #263 IN PRIOR LAKE $192,365 Mattamy Homes

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$510,000 NIH Homes, LLC Trillium Partners: All, Inc., FocalPoint Flooring Cabinets & Design by Builders Carpet, Lakeside Cabinets and Woodworking, Trimpac, Inc.

$244,900 Fieldstone Family Homes Inc.

#85 IN BROOKLYN PARK

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$220,000-$249,999

$250,000-$279,999 #1 IN WACONIA $262,000 Lee Lyn Construction, LLC Trillium Partners: Brush Masters, FocalPoint Flooring Cabinets & Design by Builders Carpet, Glowing Hearth & Home, Granite-Tops, LLC, Mayer Lumber Co., Inc., Riverwood Cabinets, Inc.

#133 IN BLAINE $307,400 Accent Homes, Inc. Trillium Partner: Aspen Electric Inc.

$335,000 Jonathan Homes of MN, LLC

$1,000,000+ #293 IN EDINA $1,865,810 Erotas Building Corporation Trillium Partner: Fireside Hearth & Home

#295 IN EDINA $600,000 Replacement Housing Services Consortium, LLC

$360,000-$379,999 #148 IN LINO LAKES

$650,000-$749,999

$378,500 Imperial Homes, Inc.

#38 IN EDEN PRAIRIE

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$700,000 Norton Homes, LLC Trillium Partners: Ferguson Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Gallery, Fireside Hearth & Home, Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.

$380,000-$419,999 #77 IN GOLDEN VALLEY $407,000 Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc. Trillium Partners: Fireside Hearth & Home, Southern Lights

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Award of Excellence Gala: (from left to right, top to bottom) 1. Our BATC ice sculpture added a bit of glam

2. Homes by Tradition showed off their duo of Reggies 3. Rob and Pamela Belz, Senior Housing Partners and BATC’s Vice President with BATC President, Curt Christensen, Lee Lyn Construction and Kerry Mulcrone, Kerry & Co. 4. Doug Cousins and Dana Kirkemo, Minnesota Exteriors, with Gail Ketter and Bob Cremers, The Builders Club 5. Kathe Ostrom, C.N. Ostron & Son placing a bid 6. Sandy and Peter Coyle, Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren 7. Curt Christensen congratulates Cassandra Jaworski, Southern Lights on winning a Trillium 8. The Christian Builders and Remodelers contingent: Bill Christian, Deanna Ward, Robin Christian and Chad Christian 9. Emcee Amy James, K102 DeeJay, showing off her muscles as she man-handles the Associate of the Year award for Fireside Hearth and Home’s Scott Lewison, Vince Bossany, Bob Bennett and Nick Wilde 10. Curt Christensen presenting Mark Roland, Scherer Bros. Lumber with a coveted Trillium Award 11. BATC’s Minnesota Legislators of the Year were thanked for their support of the housing industry, Senator Warren Limmer, Representative Joyce Peppin and Representative Mike Beard 12. A trio of the glitterati: our life-size Reggie flanked by Jon Coty, Lampert Lumber, and Sara Anderson, Dennison Technology 13. Excitement reigned for Builder of the Year Gonyea Homes: Tyler Winkus, Tony Sonnen, Dave Gonyea, Jake Lee, Dan Erickson, and Josh Lee

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