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ELECTION PREVIEW
from Building Insight June 2019
by BIAW
CANDIDATE PROFILES ELECTION PREVIEW
The deadline for candidates to file for office passed May 17, creating several interesting races for the primary election, August 6 and the general election November 5.
Guy Palumbo
Legislative District 1
Senator Guy Palumbo’s (D-Maltby) resignation to return to his former employer, Amazon, took place after candidate deadline. This allowed Democratic party leaders in the 1st district, which spans King and Snohomish counties, to nominate three people to both county councils for approval. The councils then pick one of those choices to fill out the last year of Palumbo’s term in office.
Legislative District 13
In District 13, the House seat vacated by Matt Manweller (R-Ellensburg) earlier this year, was filled by Republican Alex Ybarra of Quincy. Ybarra has filed for election and will face chair of the Kittitas County Democrats Steve Verhey of Ellensburg in the November election. The 13th district includes all or part of Grant, Kittitas and Lincoln counties. Alex Ybarra
Liz Lovelett
Legislative District 40
In District 40, Senator Kevin Ranker (D) resigned his seat earlier this year. Former member of the Anacortes City Council Liz Lovelett, Democrat, selected to fill his vacancy, has filed for election in order to serve out the remainder of Ranker’s term, which ends in 2020. Also, seeking the position are Greta Aitken and Carrie Blackwood (both prefer Democrat Party) and Daniel Miller (prefers Republican Party). The 40th district includes San Juan County as well as portions of Whatcom and Skagit counties.
BIAW’s political action committee, the Washington Affordable Housing Council, will continue to monitor these races and reach out to Senator Palumbo’s replacement during the summer interim. BIAW encourages our members stay engaged in city, county, and judicial races and the recommendations of your local home builders association.
BEARD TO
OR NOT TO BEARD?
Ever wonder what SkagitIsland County Home Builders Association member and Washington Affordable Housing Council (WAHC) Chair Gary Wray looks like under that beard?
We do, too! So, we presented a challenge to Gary—which he graciously accepted! If BIAW members and friends can raise $10,000 for BIAW’s political action committee, WAHC, by the BIAW summer board meeting scheduled for June 21, Gary says he will shave off his beard!
Watch live while Gary gets a shave during the board meeting!
PLEDGE TODAY! CONTACT:
BIAW Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh (360) 352-7800 ext. 135
janh@biaw.com
Regulatory and Government Affairs Manager Josie Cummings (360) 352-7800 ext. 163
josiec@biaw.com
Workers can experience severe illness from doing construction outside in hot weather. Heat-related illnesses (HRI) can result in heat cramps, heat stroke, and more severe symptoms and can lead to injuries from falls and other accidents on the job site. Employers are required to provide training to workers under the Outdoor Heat Exposure Rule (WAC 296-62-095), which goes into effect from May 1 to September 30 every year when exposures are above a certain temperature. Employers must have a written HRI policy in place, conduct training, and must ensure drinking water is available at the worksite.
For more information, visit www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/topics/ atoz/heatstress.
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STACK ‘EM UP!
BIAW wants to see your stacks, piles, or even mountains of paperwork from your latest build or remodeling projects. On rare occasions, builders or remodeler are able to share stories
where a permit was completed and issued in a timely manner.
New construction, remodeling, decks - you name it, we want to see it! This gem was shared with us by BIA of Clark County member and BIAW Treasurer Tracy Doriot in Clark County.
Help us educate lawmakers, send your photos and stories to communications@biaw.com.
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QUESTIONS? Contact Karen Hall at BIAW (360) 352-7800 x137
SAVE THE DATE! 2019 EIR Awards June 19 | 7pm Holiday Inn, Yakima
Come out and celebrate the best of the best remodeling projects from around the state during the Excellence in Remodeling awards reception. This annual event highlights quality craftsmanship performed by our members.
Suggested attire: smart casual
OPEN TO ALL | DRINKS HORS D’OEUVRES #EIR2019
DON’T MISS THE FUN!
TOURNAMENT JUNE 20 | 4 PM | PRIZES! SUMMER BOARD MEETING Yakima Convention Center
Mark your calendar for BIAW’s fourth annual cornhole tournament. Come and enjoy the competition or better yet get in the game for $10 (includes a drink). Sign up at the board meeting. THANK YOU SPONSORS AAA KARTAK Glass & Closet Phase II General Contractor
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