March 2020 Building Connections Magazine

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Your Monthly Newsletter Building Connections is a monthly digital magazine produced and published by the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Fairfield County. Inside you will find the latest association news, legislative updates, upcoming events, and featured articles about the industry.

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2020 VIP PARTNERS HOME BUILDERS AND REMODELERS ASSOCIATION OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY

2019 OFFICERS President Anthony DeRosa DeRosa Builders

Sr. Vice-President Kim DiMatteo DiMatteo Insurance

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Secretary Rob Michaud

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Immediate Past President Chris Steiner Steiner, Inc.

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Max Bender Bender Supply

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Ken DeLeo

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LIFE DIRECTORS Joanne Carroll JMC Resources

Michael Palumbo ERI Building & Design

Jerry Effren The Greyrock Companies

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Gary Fanali City Carting

Terrence Beaty William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty

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Thank you to the following VIP Associate Members for their support in 2020. Due to their generosity the Association greatly benefits - from developing new events and educational opportunities for the membership, to keeping our lights on!

L E TTE R F ROM THE EXECUTIVE OF F ICER

Hello Members, I am excited to join HBRA Fairfield County as the new EO and am looking forward to growing our organization and our community.

We are currently in an unprecedented situation; one that affects us all. Construction in Connecticut is considered an essential business; however our businesses have all been effected by the impacts of COVID-19. As we all enter a new way of doing business, please remember that the HBRA is here to be a resource for you and your business.

Please take a few minutes to read through this month’s edition of Building Connections to learn about the situation, read national and local stories and reports, and see the new members who have joined since last month’s edition was published.

Please be sure to keep our online membership directory in mind whenever you are looking for a business: www. buildfairfieldcounty. com/directory.

Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns you may have, or if I can do anything to help during this time. Kerry@ buildfairfieldcounty.com Regards, Kerry Brunn

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Dushi Marble & Granite, LLC Paul Dushi

Dushi Marble and Granite is a leader in the fabrication and installation of natural stone within the Tri State area. We cater to the discriminating tastes of homeowners, contractors, architects and interior designers. With over 20 years of experience, we can proudly say we have made a science of the entire natural stone buying, fabrication and installation experience. We approach all of our projects with the same proven methodologies and techniques that we have used in all of our installations. Read More

Green Wood Guys, LLC Brandon Osterhout

A desire to manage projects that have a strong creative element with a lasting tangible experience led Brandon into the hardwood flooring field. Moving back to the east coast to be closer to his roots Brandon, with the mentorship of a lifelong friend in the hardwood floor industry, saw a need in the tristate area for homeowners to receive the white glove treatment with emphasis on the safest techniques and products on the market today.. Read More

Laura Michaels Design Laura Michaels

Laura Michaels Design, is a full-service design firm specializing in residential and commercial interiors. Having started her career as a fashion designer, Laura Michaels is no stranger to developing complete collections filled with layers of textures, patterns and colors. Laura thrives on the challenge of finding the perfect combination of textiles and other materials, then integrating them in unique and unexpected ways. Read More

United Rentals Cesar Mercado

Our diverse customer base includes construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and independent contractors.

Most of our customers align with three categories: approximately 50% are non-construction, such as industrial; 46% are non-residential construction; and 4% are residential. We provide every customer with access to the best people, equipment and solutions in the industry. Read More MARCH 2020 | HBRA of Fairfield County 9

NEW MEMBERS

Viking Kitchens Nicole Woodsby

Viking Kitchen’s roots in the building and home improvement industry date back to 1961 with the founding of Viking Aluminum Products, Inc. The Trachten family continues to cherish the core values that have guided them and the Viking family in our commitment to our customers and our industry. Read More

E. Garrity Water Solutions Evan Garrity

We are a well and pump company based on our servicing our customers.

Whether it is 1:00 am or Christmas morning, we will do everything we can to help you with all of your water needs. We look forward to serving you and your family members for years to come. Owner, Evan Garrity, comes from a family of plumbing and heating contractors. He began working in the water industry at 16 years of age. Customer relationships are of highest importance to Evan.

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COVID -19 RESOURCES

Essential Workers What You Need To Know The HBRA has been working tirelessly to ensure that construction is on the essential businesses list that are not subject to the governor’s March 20 executive order suspending in-person operations at all nonessential businesses from 8pm, March 23 through April 22. Please find the list in it’s entirety below.

We are pleased that construction and its vendors are able to remain open in these unprecedented times.

1.Essential workers in the 16 Critical Infrastructure Sectors, as defined by the federal Department of Homeland Security unless otherwise addressed in a prior or future executive order pertaining to the existing declared public health and civil preparedness emergency.

2. Healthcare and related operations including: • biotechnology therapies • consumer health products and services • doctor and dentist offices • elder care, including adult day care • health care plans and health care data • home health care workers or aides • hospitals • manufacturing, distributing, warehousing, and supplying of pharmaceuticals, including

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research and development • medical marijuana dispensaries and producers • medical supplies and equipment providers, including devices, diagnostics, services, and any other healthcare related supplies or services • medical wholesale and distribution • nursing homes, or residential health care facilities or congregate care facilities • pharmacies • physical therapy and chiropractic offices • research and laboratory services, including testing and treatment of COVID-19 • veterinary and animal health services • walk-in-care health facilities 3. Infrastructure including: • airports/airlines • commercial trucking • dam maintenance and support • education-related functions at the primary, secondary, or higher education level to provide support for students, including distribution of meals or faculty conducting e-learning • hotels and other places of accommodation • water and wastewater operations, systems, and businesses • telecommunications and data centers • transportation infrastructure including bus, rail, for-hire vehicles and vehicle rentals, and garages • utilities including power generation, fuel supply, and transmission

4. All manufacturing and corresponding supply chains, including aerospace, agriculture, and related support businesses 5. Retail including: • appliances, electronics, computers, and telecom equipment • big-box stores or wholesale clubs, provided they also sell groceries, consumer health products, or operate a pharmacy • convenience stores • gas stations • grocery stores including all food and beverage retailers • guns and ammunition • hardware, paint, and building material stores, including home appliance sales/repair • liquor/package stores and manufacturer permittees • pharmacies • pet and pet supply stores 6. Food and agriculture, including: • farms and farmer’s markets • food manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities • nurseries, garden centers, and agriculture supply stores • restaurants/bars (provided compliance with all applicable executive orders is maintained) 7. Services including: • accounting and payroll services • animal shelters or animal care or management, including boarding, grooming, pet walking and pet sitting • auto supply, repair, towing, and service, including roadside assistance • bicycle repair and service

COVID -19 RESOURCES

• building cleaning and maintenance • child care services • critical operations support for financial institutions • financial advisors • financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, and check cashing services • funeral homes, crematoriums, and cemeteries • insurance companies • laundromats/dry cleaning • legal and accounting services • mail and shipping services • marinas and marine repair and service • news and media • real estate transactions and related services, including residential leasing and renting • religious services (subject to Executive Order 7Dlimiting gatherings to 50 people) • storage for Essential Businesses • trash and recycling collection, hauling, and processing • warehouse/distribution, shipping, and fulfillment 8. Providers of basic necessities to economically disadvantaged populations including: • food banks • homeless shelters and congregate care facilities • human services providers whose function includes the direct care of patients in state-licensed or funded voluntary programs; the care, protection, custody and oversight of individuals both in the community and in state-licensed residential facilities; those

operating community shelters and other critical human services agencies providing direct care or support social service agencies 9.Construction including: • all skilled trades such as electricians, HVAC, and plumbers • general construction, both commercial and residential • other related construction firms and professionals for essential infrastructure or for emergency repair and safety purposes • planning, engineering, design, bridge inspection, and other construction support activities 10. Services necessary to maintain the safety, sanitation and essential operations of all residences and other buildings (including services necessary to secure and maintain nonessential workplaces): • building cleaners or janitors • building code enforcement • disinfection • doormen • emergency management and response • fire prevention and response • general maintenance whether employed by the entity directly or a vendor • home-related services, including real estate transactions, closings, appraisals, and moving services • landscaping services • law enforcement • outdoor maintenance, including pool service • pest control services • security and maintenance, including steps reasonably necessary to secure and maintain non-essential businesses

• state marshals 11. Vendors that provide essential services or products, including logistics and technology support, child care, and services needed to ensure the continuing operation of government agencies and provide for the health, safety and welfare of the public including: • billboard leasing and maintenance • child care services • essential government services • government owned or leased buildings • information technology and information security • logistics • technology support 12. Defense • defense and national securityrelated business and operations supporting the U.S. Government or a contractor to the US government If the function of your business is not listed above, but you believe that it is essential or it is an entity providing essential services or functions, you may request designation as an Essential Business.

Requests by businesses to be designated an essential function as described above, should ONLY be made if they are NOT covered by the guidance.

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COVID -19 RESOURCES

Lisa Bancroft, from Fairfield County Bank, has shared a link to the Disaster Loan Assistance program that is being offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration to small businesses. Some of you may qualify, so it is worth investigating.

The SBA is currently working directly with states to provide targeted, low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans to businesses and not-for-profits that have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue. Small businesses can receive up to $2 million in disaster assistance loans in certain eligible areas.

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As many of you know, St. Vincent's hospital and their affiliates are in desperate need of supplies. If anyone has any new, unused masks that they are willing to donate, please let me know. I will coordinate picking up from you.

Thank you in advance!

Also, because COVID-19 has put many people out of work, food banks in our area are low or out of supplies. If you are willing and able to donate, please let me know and I will coordinate the pickup. The HBRA will then donate to the Connecticut Food Bank, serving all of CT.

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The food bank is in dire need of: Pasta Pasta Sauce Canned Vegetables Hygiene items (Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Feminine hygiene products) Thank you!

Kerry

COVID -19 RESOURCES

Tax Day now July 15: Treasury, IRS extend filing deadline and federal tax payments regardless of amount owed IR-2020-58, March 20, 2020 WASHINGTON – The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020.

Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020, without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. This deferment applies to all taxpayers, including individuals, trusts and estates, corporations and other non-corporate tax filers as well as those who pay self-employment tax.

Taxpayers do not need to file any additional forms or call the IRS to qualify for this automatic federal tax filing and payment relief. Individual taxpayers who need additional time to file beyond the July 15 deadline, can request a filing extension by filing Form 4868 through their tax professional, tax software or using the Free File link on IRS.gov. Businesses who need additional time must file Form 7004.

The IRS urges taxpayers who are due a refund to file as soon as possible. Most tax refunds are still being issued within 21 days.

“Even with the filing deadline extended, we urge taxpayers who are owed refunds to file as soon as possible and file electronically,” said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. “Filing electronically with direct deposit is the quickest way to get refunds. Although we are curtailing some operations during this period, the IRS is continuing with mission-critical operations to support the nation, and that includes accepting tax returns and sending refunds. As a federal agency vital to the overall operations of our country, we ask for your personal support, your understanding – and your patience. I’m incredibly proud of our employees as we navigate through numerous different challenges in this very rapidly changing environment.”

The IRS will continue to monitor issues related to the COVID-19 virus, and updated information will be posted on a special coronavirus page on IRS.gov.

This announcement comes following the President’s emergency declaration last week pursuant to the Stafford Act. The Stafford Act is a federal law designed to bring an orderly and systematic means of federal natural disaster and emergency assistance for state and local governments in carrying out their responsibilities to aid citizens. It was enacted in 1988.

Treasury and IRS will issue additional guidance as needed and continue working with Congress, on a bipartisan basis, on legislation to provide further relief to the American people.

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Fed Takes Action to Keep Credit Flowing The Federal Reserve announced today it is taking new action “to support the flow of credit to households and businesses by addressing strains in the markets for Treasury securities and agency mortgagebacked securities.”

The Fed will continue to purchase Treasury securities and mortgagebacked securities in amounts necessary “to support smooth market functioning.” The Fed had previously announced it would purchase at least $500 billion of Treasury securities and at least $200 billion of mortgage-backed securities.

“The coronavirus pandemic is causing tremendous hardship across the United States and around the world,” the Fed said in a statement released this morning. “Our nation’s first priority is to care for those afflicted and to limit the further spread of the virus. While great uncertainty remains, it has become clear that our economy will face severe disruptions. Aggressive efforts must be taken across the public and private sectors to limit the losses to jobs and incomes and to promote a swift recovery once the disruptions abate.”

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HBI Launches Complimentary Online Learning Alternatives The coronavirus pandemic continues to challenge all sectors of our economy and our educational systems. HBI, a national leader for career training in the building industry, announced complimentary access to online learning alternatives for local schools and training programs.

This access comes in response to increasing K-12 requests across the nation.

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Be Prepared for Changes in the Supply Chain Caused by the Coronavirus The coronavirus pandemic has caused many disruptions and may well impact residential construction in the coming weeks or months. Last week, California issued a far-reaching “stay-at-home order” for its 40 million residents. This order is required except for those needing to get food, take care of a relative, or go to an essential job in one of 16 sectors specifically identified. Other states and cities are following suit.

With this most recent development, companies should evaluate their businesses, including their contracts, and be prepared for the possibility that building materials prices may increase as a result of supply chain disruptions.

As part of an overall contract assessment, one of the most efficient ways to address unexpected price increases in building materials may be to use an escalation clause. If you do not already include an escalation in your contracts, consider adding one.

Federal Regulators Urge Banks to Work with Borrowers Affected by COVID-19 Federal regulators urged banks and other institutions today to work with borrowers affected by COVID-19, stating that loan modification programs “are positive actions that can mitigate adverse affects on borrowers due to COVID-19.”

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How to Help Builders Stay on the Job

Sales Data Shows Housing on Strong Footing Prior to Virus Concerns

NAHB is committed to ensuring members continue to operate their businesses throughout the coronavirus pandemic as certain states and local municipalities explore and enact “remain in place” orders. We know all jurisdictions are different, and continue to monitor the everchanging situations across the United States.

“Remain in place” orders prohibit all activity and all travel, except for three categories: Essential activities Essential businesses Essential government functions Under all circumstances, including those covered under one of these three essential categories, people should maintain a social distance of 6 feet from each other.

Housing is a major engine of the economy, and keeping the men and women of the industry working must be a priority.

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Sales of newly built, single-family homes fell 4.4% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 765,000 units in February, coming off a sharp upward revision in January, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. The February rate is 14.3% higher than the February 2019 pace, and January and February readings mark the highest monthly sales paces since July 2007.

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Employers Get First Round of Guidance on New DOL Allows Employers to Weigh In on Family Leave Family Leave Law The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced today its first round of published guidance to provide information to employers and employees about how each will be able to take advantage of the protections and relief offered by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) when it takes effect on April 1.

The guidance – provided in a Fact Sheet for Employees, a Fact Sheet for Employers and a Questions and Answers document – addresses critical questions, such as: How an employer must count the number of their employees to determine coverage; How small businesses can obtain an exemption; How to count hours for part-time employees; and How to calculate the wages employees are entitled to under this law.

The FFCRA will give all American businesses with fewer than 500 employees funds to provide employees with paid leave, either for the employee’s own health needs or to care for family members.

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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will be hosting a national online dialogue to provide employers and employees with an innovative opportunity to offer their perspective as the department develops compliance assistance materials and outreach strategies related to the implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).

The ideas and comments gathered from this dialogue will inform compliance assistance guidance, resources and tools, as well as outreach approaches, that assist employers and employees in understanding their responsibilities and rights under the FFCRA. Read More

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A Hospitalized Millennial Issues a Plea

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A young chef is honing his online chess game. It’s becoming clearer by the day that A copywriter is meditating to battle isolation anxiety. And many are a widely held initial belief about the spending even more time on social media to stay connected. coronavirus—young people are safe— just isn’t true. Or as 26-year-old Fiona Millennials, young adults in their 20s and 30s, who are under “shelterLowenstein writes in a message to her at-home” orders in major cities from New York to California are facing the prospect of being physically detached, but this generation is the one fellow millennials in the New York Times, “our invulnerability to this disease is most prepared for the long lonely slog, experts said. a myth.” Lowenstein is, unfortunately, “They are the core group that will stop this virus. They’re the group speaking from firsthand experience. that communicates successfully, independent of picking up a phone,” In her op-ed, she describes how she Deborah Birx, coronavirus response coordinator for the White House developed a fever and headache on Coronavirus Task Force, said this week.

Friday, March 13, and figured she’d be California areas under a shelter-in-place order all have the same rule: fine riding it out at home. After all, she Vulnerable populations must stay home and anyone else can only leave reasoned, even if it was COVID-19, she to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care or was young, an avid exerciser, and had no work an “essential” job. underlying conditions.

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NAHB Encourages Members to Donate Masks to Fight Coronavirus Last week, Vice President Mike Pence urged construction companies to donate unused N95 respirator masks, and similar personal protective equipment, to healthcare workers on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus.

“We are asking construction companies that our president knows very well from his background — we’re asking them to donate their N95 masks to their local hospitals and also forgo making new orders,” said Vice President Pence.

President Donald Trump last week also signed legislation allowing companies to sell N95 masks intended for industrial use directly to healthcare workers.

N95 masks filter out small particles in the air and are very popular with painters, sanders and drywall contractors to protect against silica and other nuisance dust. Since the coronavirus pandemic began, they have been in high demand and are currently sold out among many legitimate online retailers.

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Evaluating Your Contracts in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic Home builders should expect delays caused by supply chain disruption, workforce unavailability, and even permitting due to shelterin-place recommendations to stem the spread of COVID-19 caused by a novel coronavirus. Companies should carefully review their contracts now for certain provisions that allow for such delays.

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