BUILDING
SINCE 1958.
ANDREW MELDAHL, PRESIDENT Pinnacle Homes and Design 214 Riverwood Ave Mandan, ND 58554 (701) 426-0237 andrew@pinnaclehomesnd.com
JOE VETTER, 1ST VICE PRESIDENT
Joe Vetter Construction 2523 Powder Ridge Cir Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 258-9394 joevetterjvc@gmail.com
LEROY THOMAS 2ND VICE PRESIDENT J.E. Homes LLC PO Box 3121 Bismarck, ND 58502 (701) 400-9163 leroy@jehomesnd.com
NATHAN TODD,SECRETARY & TREASURER Northwest Contracting 2840 Valley Forge St Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 226-0526 nathan@northwestcontracting.com
JOE HILLERSON, PAST PRESIDENT Boulder Homes PO Box 1421 Bismarck, ND 58502 (701) 400-5554 boulderhomesnd@gmail.com
VICKI MORAN
Hallmark Homes
3200 Rock Island Place, Suite 4 Bismarck, ND 58504-7717 (701) 471-7634 hallmarkhomes@outlook.com
MCKENZIE LAWLER
Dakota OutdoorScapes 8351 Hwy 1804 N Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 595-0890 mckenzie@ndscapes.com
SHANE GAFFANEY
American Roofing Supply 1600 Industrial Dr Bismarck, ND 58501 (701) 805-8650 sgaffaney@srsicorp.com
PARKER PLADSON
Epic Homes 840 43rd Ave NE Bismarck, ND 58503 (701) 290-6734 epichomesnd@gmail.com
CORY THOMPSON Fabricators Unlimited 171 Eastdale Dr Bismarck, ND 58501 (701) 751-6024 cory@fabricatorsunlimited.com
CASEY BERNARD Fix It All 2716 Memorial Highway Mandan, ND 58554 (701) 751-6024 fixitall701@gmail.com
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dawn Watson dawn@bmhba.com Office: 701-222-2400
Cell: 701-390-5049
COMMUNICATIONS
Jennifer Patera jennifer@bmhba.com
Office: 701-222-2400
Cell: 218-416-2439
President’s Message
Hello August! The cliché saying “summer is blowing by fast” is holding true to its meaning this year! June was a busy month for us. I had the privilege to represent our BMHBA along with others around North Dakota involved with NDAB to meet with our states Congressmen during the NAHB Legislative conference at the state capital in Washington D.C. Some of the topics we brought forth to our state representatives were:
• Issues with electrical transformers, shortages for new developments and the extended lead time it is taking to receive the product.
• Our Concerns with the U.S Department of Commerce’s plan to raise tariffs later this year on imports of Canadian softwood products from 8.05% to 14%.
• Labor shortage within the home building industry.
• How we strongly oppose a new and upcoming International Energy Conservation Cod (IECC) that would add a significant amount of cost (study shows $31,000) to new construction homes which will exacerbate the current housing affordability issue across the nation. This was a great experience to be a part of and it exemplified just how important it is for our local presence to be involved at such a level.
July was the 37th annual BMHBA golf tournament out at Hawktree golf club. We had a great turnout with 36 teams participating in the event. Thank you to all our sponsors and those who participated in the event and especially to those who made it happen!
Mark down on your calendar August 8th will be our 17th annual clay sporting shoot out at Capital City Sporting Clays in Bismarck. Contact your BMHBA office or visit the BMHBA website to register your team!
As we move into the second half of the calendar year, we are still seeing a relatively low inventory of new and preexisting homes on the market. There has been a lot of “builder buzz” of increased activity for new construction homes over the summer as well. As of current date, the Feds have left the rates unchanged but have now hinted at a rate cut coming up in the near future. So, let us build positivity off that and continue strong into the rest of the year!
Membership
The BMHBA consists of building specialists from every section of the construction field and associate industries. Your membership strengthens our voice in Bismarck-Mandan construction sector as well as at a state and national level. If you haven’t already submitted payment, please renew your membership by month end.
Active Radon Management
Steve Austin
Bismarck Mandan Board of Realtors
Wendy Spencer
Bobcat of Mandan
Jessica Gabriel
Brady Martz & Associates, P.C.
Brittany Johnson
Carpet World, Inc.
Brian Dauenhauer Choice Bank
Brandon Reems
Creative Construction
Chad Dietrich
Cullen Insulation
Damon Reynolds
Dakota Doors
Kevin Holmstrom
701 Construction
Lea O'Connell
Advantage Appliance
Mark Braun
Associated Pool Builders
Dan Volk
Beacon Building Products
Brent Hanson
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Alliance Group
Karin Haskell
Copper Leaf Homes
Mike Goldade
Eide Chrysler
Jesse Peterson
Electro Watchman
Rachelle Johnson
First Western Bank & Trust
Melanie DeSplinter
Great Plains Restorative Services
Greg Lord
Haider Glass Specialties
Paula Haider
Hebron Brick & Block Supply
Sue Blair
Hopfauf Custom Builders
Dave Prindiville
Interior Woodworks
Cole Emmel
Legendary Homes
Casey Olheiser
Midwest Doors
Brianna Kline
First International Bank & Trust
Brandon Hoffman
First Western Bank & Trust
Sam Foss
Flash Printing
Roger Kubik
Liechty International
Claudette Schmidt
Marco
Mason Schulz
MBS Truss
Becky Sad
Milestone Builders
Eric Budd
Miller Insulation Company
Levi Miller
Northern Plains Equipment Co.
Marc Taylor
Railway Credit Union
Amy Bitz
Rock Ridge Plumbing and Heating
Randy Selland
Rudnick Construction
Gerry Rudnick
Security First Bank of ND
Natalie Eckes
Security First Bank of ND
Kayla Bosch
The Painters/Precision Wood Finish
Scott & Sherri Neis
Vue Community Credit Union
Steve Delap
Northern Plains Plumbing, Heating & Air
Mike Gietzen
Quality Title
Brad Balerud
Rivers Edge Plumbing and Heating
Kenneth & Alissa Kleinsasser
Shaw Industries
Ken Belohlavek
Stoneshire Builders
Brian Eiseman
Verity Homes
Ashley Anderson
Wagon Wheel Lumber & Hardware
Newly Voigt
Join the BMHBA in congratulating these longstanding members. Their dedication to the Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association is appreciated and truly valued.
30 Years
Terra Rosa
Plum
Sand
Membership Matters
Blue Hawk Audio & Sound
Mike Wilkinson
Associate Membership (701) 7514-7808
Mikeywilk@hotmail.com
Premier Garage
Josh Miller
Associate Membership (701) 248-0011
josh.miller@premiergarage.com
Gate City Bank - Steph Michels
Affiliate Membership (701) 355-7683
StephanieMichels@gatecity.Bank
Lakeside Customs
Preston Steele/ Matt Brazil
Builder Membership (701) 709-0292
lakesidecustoms.nd@gmail.com
Mark Your Calendars !!
August 8th Sporting Clay Shoot Capital City Bismarck
September 26th-29th Fall Parade of Homes
October 15th
Fall Mixer & Board of Elections Jady J’s Bismarck
November 13th
Bis-Man Contractor Engagement meeting Bismarck Public Works
Thank you to our members who have helped grow our BMHBA membership over the years by recruiting new companies to join our association. If you know of a company that is interested in joining, contact Jennifer
Statesman Spike (500-999)
Kelly Moldenhauer (749.00)
Super Spikes (250-499)
Todd Brady (390.50)
Robb Sattler (302.00)
Mike Todd (289.50)
Lee Mitzel (273.00)
Pat Marback (263.00)
Royal Spikes (150-249)
Lori Willson (224.50)
Mike Hopfauf (205.00)
Berna Vetter (192.00)
Colby Well (168.50)
Jack Knutson (164.50)
Red Spikes (100-149)
Blair Ihmels (149.50)
Steve Redding (127.00)
Chad Moldenhauer (117.50)
Jerry Splonskowski (110.00)
Vance Vetter (102.75)
Paula Haider (101.00)
Green Spikes (50-99)
David Patience (97.50)
Eric Brenden (93.50)
Mark Larson (92.50)
Darren Buffington (85.00)
Jamie Schmidt (75.00)
Kenneth Knodel (69.00)
Art Goldammer (65.50)
Scott Moran (60.50)
Jeff Sattler (58.50)
Gerry Rudnick (54.00)
Life Spikes (25-49)
Gerald Hopfauf (46.00)
Drew Knutson (45.00)
Matt Shauer (45.00)
Greg Meidinger (44.00)
Greg Zenker (40.00)
Kelli Thompson (25.50)
Blue Spikes (6-24)
Shane Gaffaney (24.00)
Jason Frank (23.00)
Joe Hillerson (23.00)
Melinda Llyod (16.00)
Bob Kupper (13.50)
Pete Brendel (9.50)
Rory Anderson (9.50)
Darryl Hatzenbuhler (8.50)
Mike Wolf (8.50)
Vicki Moran (7.25)
Shannon Reichenberg (7.00)
Andrew Meldahl (6.50)
Spike Candidates (.50-5.50)
Melanie Staiger (5.50)
Parker Pladson (4.00)
Sam Gietzen (3.50)
Jeran Thomson (3.50)
Jarred Roloff (3.50)
Wade Vogel (3.50)
Brian Eiseman (3.00)
Lynn Klein (2.50)
Alissa Kleinsasser (2.50)
LeRoy Thomas (2.50)
Dave Prindiville (2.00)
Tom Reinke (2.00)
Natalie Eckes (2.00)
Gina Hruby (2.00)
Kathy Feist (1.50)
Kari Anderson (1.50)
Joe Vetter (1.50)
Nathan Todd (1.50)
Laurie Wentz (1.50)
Brad Balerud (1.50)
Kassy Landis (1.50)
Reid Kubesh (1.00)
Tae Pifer (1.00)
Travis Welle (1.00)
Chad Wachter (1.00)
Terry Leabo (1.00)
Hannah Haynes (1.00)
Lindsey Matter (1.00)
Kassy Landis (1.50)
Eric Belanger (0.50)
Judy Maslowski (0.50)
Bryan Brendel (0.50)
Andy Nelson (0.50)
Lindsey Ashley (0.50)
Kayla Bosch (0.50)
The Professional Women in Building comprises several dedicated committees that collaboratively drive our mission forward for the benefit of our members and the community. We deeply value all our members and their contributions, and we are especially grateful to those who generously donate their time and talents to our committees. Their commitment ensures our continued growth, community support, and impactful contributions.
Executive Committee
Events Committee
Fundraising Committee
Nominating & Membership Committee
Social Media Committee
Nominating & Membership Committee
City and County
Bismarck
K & L Homes
6125 Crested Butt Rd
K & L Homes
6013 Heritage Ridge Rd
Dennis Senger
1548 Morning View Ct
Stoneshire Builders
5832 Gold Dr
K & L Homes
905 Collective Ln
K & L Homes
5903 Heritage Ridge Rd
Vance Vetter Construction
615 Raymond St
M. Bauer Construction
501 Koenig Dr
Copper Ridge Design & Builders
3908 Platinum St
Eddy Mitzel Homes
1909 Tule Ln
J.E. Builders
5515 Davis Dr
J.E. Builders
5513 Davis Dr
Bismarck ETA
Mark Unterseher
4310 Fernwood Dr
Legendary Homes
3240 Fontenelle Dr
Sattler Homes
8236 McIntosh Ave
Mandan
Rockwood Homes
1016 Beretta St NW
Rockwood Homes
1020 Beretta St NW
Joe Vetter Construction
4025 Valley Dr
C.G. Enterprise
5531 Holmes Dr
Joe Vetter Construction 2109 Tule Ln
Diversity Homes
4402 Silver Blvd
Diversity Homes
4408 Silver Blvd
Diversity Homes
4414 Silver Blvd
Diversity Homes
4420 Silver Blvd
Next Gen Homes
406 Mehrer Dr
Stoneshire Builders
5828 Gold Dr
Big River Builders
2601 Langer Ln
Verity Homes 4728 Obsidian Ct
Hopfauf Custom Builders
2242 County Road 139A
Burleigh/Morton County
Boulder Homes 11349 Pauls Dr
Thomas Schumacher 14142 Paniolo Dr
K & L Homes
11808 Glacier Circle
Legendary Homes
14586 Parker Ranch Rd
Marck Fleck Construction
1072 171st St NE
Rausch Home
6954 Butler Loop
Bismarck
J.E. Builders
5627 Davies Dr
J.E. Builders
5631 Davies Dr
Mark Fleck Construction
North Star Acres Rd
K & L Homes K & L Homes
921 Collective LN
Artisan Homes
420 Lennox Dr
Artisan Homes
416 Lennox Dr
Artisan Homes
5716 Davies Dr
Artisan Homes
3802 Platinum St
Artisan Homes
3810 Platinum St
Kristi Brunner
3625 Mayflower Cir
LB Sunrise Builders
4314 Downing St
LB Sunrise Builders
4312 Downing St
Ultimate Tile & Hardwood
3916 Cogburn Rd
Hallmark Homes
2007 Tule LN
Joe Vetter Construction
4136 Mclintock Dr
Ryan Karsky Homes
5504 Titanium Dr Bismarck ETA
City and County
Legendary Homes
8200 White Oak Loop
Rudnick Construction
3403 Palmer Pl
J.E. Builders
8301 Nicklaus Dr
J.E. Builders
8302 Nicklaus Dr
Rudnick Construction
3504 Palmer Pl
Vic’s Plumbing
8401 Norman Pl Mandan
Verity Homes
3820 Libra Bend SE
Verity Homes
3826 Libra Bend SE
Alan Reinhart Construction
1308 1St NW
J.E. Builders
1006 Chippewa Ave NW
Verity Homes
2403 Dutton Circle
Morton/Burleigh County
Boulder Homes
4566 Trailblazer Loop
Boulder Homes
4562 Trailblazer Loop
XL Homes
3495 Dakota Loop
K & L Homes
12010 Acadia Dr
Hallmark Homes
6905 Rockridge Dr
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City and County
Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative
Program Overview
The City of Bismarck’s Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative (NRI) is a program, in partnership Gate City Bank and Capital Credit Union, that offers reduced-interest loans to homeowners for eligible home improvement projects. This program aims to revitalize older and potentially disinvested areas of the city through reinvestment in Bismarck’s existing housing stock.
You may be eligible if:
• Your home is at least 30 years old (built in 1993 or before)
• Your property is valued at $250K or less (See here look up your address)
• You are the homeowner or will be occupying the home upon completion
• Your loan is between $10K and $100K
• Your improvement is in an eligible category to add value to the home and neighborhood.
See the full program guidelines for more information about eligibility, benefits, and procedures.
For homeowners interested in applying for the 2024 building season, the application period runs between March 18 through October. All applications must be received on or before October 31, 2024, to be eligible for loans this year. Funds are limited and will be granted based on the time of application.
Fill out either the Gate City Bank application or the Capital Credit Union application and email the Planning Division to initiate a project.
You may contact the City of Bismarck Community Development Department at 701-355-1840 for any questions.
Other Resources
• Your project may also be eligible for a 3-year residential remodel tax abatement. Visit Commercial or Residential Remodeling Exemption | Bismarck, ND - Official Website (bismarcknd.gov)
All loans are provided by the financial institution. No public funds have subsidized these loans
BUILDING MATERIALS
Around Our State
Summer is in full swing! With this being the busiest time of the year for our members, we hope you are still able to enjoy the summer months with friends and family amidst your working hours. Stay safe and cool out there!
Various NDAB members and association staff traveled to Washington, D.C. for the National Association of Home Builders Spring Leadership Meetings and Legislative Conference in June. We had a productive week of NAHB meetings which includes the Leadership Council meeting where our state’s National Delegates vote and act as the voice of the home building industry. BUILD-PAC held their annual parties for Capitol, Platinum, and Gold Key Club members. The parties were held at the Nationals Park Baseball Stadium.
NAHB’s Legislative Conference took place on June 12th where our members gathered on Capitol Hill for meetings with our North Dakota delegation which included Senator Hoeven, Congressman Armstrong’s staff, and Senator Cramer’s staff. Various issues were discussed including lumber tariffs, energy codes, transformer shortages, and workforce development. Continuing conversations with members of Congress is vital to our organization and the home-building Industry. Thank you to those who took the time to come to Washington, D.C. to be the voices of NDAB on behalf of our members!
The NDAB Board of Directors voted earlier this year to oppose the initiated ballot measure circulating to eliminate property taxes in North Dakota. NDAB is part of the statewide coalition, Keep It Local, a diverse group spanning various political ideologies and community interests. The coalition launched on June 20th. We do think there needs to be property tax reform, but we don’t believe this proposed measure would accomplish this. Please follow keepitlocalnd.org for more information.
We just held our annual summer events in late July. The BUILD-PAC Sumer Social took place the evening of July 30th at the Eagles Club in East Grand Forks and the Summer Board Meeting was held at the Olive Ann Hotel in Grand Forks on July 31st. Special Guest, NAHB’s Immediate Past Chairman of the Board Alicia Huey, attended and we were so happy to have her stop by our great state. All proceeds benefited BUILD-PAC, NAHB’s bipartisan political arm, which helps elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates to federal office.
NAHB’s Association Management Conference (AMC) is coming up soon in Salt Lake City, August 20-22. This is a premier professional development conference for HBA Executive Officers (EOs)/CEOs and staff. At AMC, EOs and HBA staff gather to learn, create a community of HBA peers to consult with, and share ideas and walk away with actionable steps to create a stronger and more profitable association.
Upcoming Dates
• NAHB Fall Leadership Meeting: October 1-3, 2024 (San Antonio, TX)
• NDAB Bourbon Event, Annual Banquet, & Meetings: November 11-13, 2024 (Williston)
• NAHB International Builders’ Show: February 25-27, 2025 (Las Vegas, NV)
Please reach out to me with any questions about NDAB or your membership! brittney@ndbuild.com or 701-240-3540.
Brittney Roehrich
BRITTNEY ROEHRICH NDAB CEO
TOM SPAETH 2024 NDAB PRESIDENT
Established in 2021, Forest Products Direct (FPD) is built on a solid foundation of industry experience, from many generations of lumbermen. We provide a one stop shop for all contractors and homeowners building and construction needs.
Rick Simonson, founder, owner, and president of FPD, combined his lumber industry knowledge with his vast partnership network. This provides you access to great pricing on, not only Lumber and building materials, but windows, interior and exterior doors, trim, trusses, sheetrock, drywall, siding, and roofing supplies.
Now joined by Parker Simonson and Mitchell Soderberg, Forest Products Direct leads the industry with vast knowledge and expertise, open to all customers.
Count on us to provide the best pricing on lumber & framing packages, where top-of-the-line quality and service are always included. We are your one-stop shop for all products you may need for your project, all supplied by industry specialists throughout the Midwest
What is an interesting fact about your business that most people don’t know? We focus primarily on the framing package and hardware for the builders, but we also work with our trade partners, like D&M Industries, Drywall Supply, American Roofing, and Cobra components to provide the full house package. This helps us keep our overhead down and we pass the savings off to the contractors.
What is a typical day like for you? We all wear many hats to get the job done. Everyone has multiple jobs depending on the day. If we have emergency loads, we all find ourselves jumping in the truck, or working late to get the load out. It kind of breaks up the monotony. If I was not in the Lumber Supply business, I’d be … The Lumber business is all I know, and I have loved it as a young boy. That is why I am excited our son Parker has similar aspirations. What do you hope to see Forest Direct Products accomplish in the coming years? Headquartering in Fargo and seeing its success, we have expanded our services to Bismarck and now opened a branch here. Our hopes are to continue our expansion South and West. What makes you unique from other Lumber Yards in the area? We focus on the framing package and hardware to go with it. This creates an ability for quick turnaround on getting product to the contractor. With direct connections with lumber mills and keeping our overhead low, we can provide deep discounts to help contractors lower their costs for their customer, the homeowner.
What is your favorite part of your job? It is working and reconnecting with our past contractor connections and establishing new ones along the way. The building industry is the heart of our economy. It is great to be a part of that! What is your favorite quote that speaks to you the most? We are like David and Goliath. For a small family-owned business, we pack a BIG PUNCH! What do you like to do in your spare time? We all love to Hunt, Golf, and spend time at the lake with family.
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