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Letter from the Executive Officer, Angela White.
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Letter from the 2025 OMB President, Jeff Kuster.
06 Residential Construction Training Program at South Puget Sound Community College.
08 Government Affairs current issues throughout the five counties.
10 Membership updates, new and renewing members.
14 2025 Meetings & Events Calendar.
I don’t know about you, but 2024 flew by. It’s hard to believe it’s already 2025! As I stated in my last column, OMB will continue to promote housing affordability for all economic segments of society.
We are excited for the return of the Elected Official Bus Tour in the summer of 2025. This event is a great opportunity for local elected officials to learn about the residential home-building process. Elected Officials will be transported (literally) through the stages of home building, learning the ins and outs alongside a knowledgeable tour guide!
We are also extremely excited about the launch of a Residential Construction Training Program at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC). This program will begin in March. OMB’s Education Foundation partnered with many local groups, including United Way, to make this come to fruition. Thanks to Debbi Boyd of Real Estate of the South Sound for her work on the taskforce! And a big thanks to all of you who have donated and/or participated in the Foundation Auction! Watch for more information on a hiring event when the first students receive their certifications! For more details visit page 6.
I wanted to give you a quick update on I-2066, the natural gas initiative. Around the state some jurisdictions have developed appropriate guidelines to comply, some have not. Locally several jurisdictions are waiting on the Building Code Council to proceed. The one thing we do know, local building departments should not be enforcing any penalties for permit applications that include natural gas service. Local officials are required to follow the law. If you have heard otherwise, please contact OMB’s Government Affairs Director Jessie Simmons at ga@omb.org.
I will see you soon at one of the many upcoming events and/or meetings! Visit omb.org for information on upcoming events and meetings!
As we enter 2025, Olympia Master Builders remains committed to providing numerous benefits to our valued members. These benefits include networking and education opportunities, events, and marketing options that provide ways for our membership to market their companies’ goods and/or services to other OMB members and the public. In addition, OMB continues to be the voice of advocacy for the housing industry in the five-county region we serve.
OMB, like many of its member companies has faced increased operating costs in the last few years. To continue to offer all the quality member benefits you are accustomed to; OMB’s Board of Directors recently authorized a $40 increase in dues. The last dues increase was in 2014. This was not an easy decision and one that was given serious consideration. In the end, the Board made the tough financial decision to keep the Association financially healthy.
The next step in this process is a meeting for the membership to vote on this dues increase. This meeting has been set for Friday, March 7, 2025, at 4:00 pm at the OMB office.
The Olympia Master Builders is a professional trade association representing 490 member companies located in Thurston, Lewis, Grays Harbor, Mason and Pacific Counties. Our members come from all sectors of the building trades and are committed to “building strong communities, one home at a time.”
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Jeff Kuster, President
Gina Carlson, First Vice President
Mark Brown, Second Vice President
Kim Asay, Treasurer
Rusty Ruiz, Associate Vice President
Christina Janis, Second Associate Vice President
Melissa Kirkeby, Secretary
John Johnson, Builder at Large
Chris Winters, Immediate Past President
NATIONAL DIRECTORS
Jeff Kuster
Daniel Doyle
Linda Mosier-Vaudt
STATE DIRECTORS
Jeff Kuster
Rusty Ruiz
Andrew Spear
Kelly Jensen
Karen McClennen
Kai Fyrst
Rob Cook
Daniel Doyle
Amber Bevacqua
Janine Ezzell
Tyler Beairsto
Chad Pearson
Bob Kagy
Melissa Stone
BUILDER DIRECTORS
Rob Cook
Mark Shepard
Michael Robinson
Daniel Doyle
Maddy Cantrell
Kai Fyrst
ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS
Nichole Saeger
Melissa Kirkeby
Jackson Maynard
Tara Sawyer
GRAYS HARBOR CHAPTER OFFICERS
President – Rusty Ruiz, Hung Right Doors, LLC
LEWIS COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICERS
President – Kelly Jensen, DJs Plumbing
MASON COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICERS
President – Andrew Spear, Andrew Spear
Construction, LLC
LEGAL COUNSEL
David Vanderpol, Goldstein Law Office, PLLC
Association Staff
Executive Officer – Angela White
Events Director – Brianna Bedell
Communications Director – Jill Williams
Membership Director – Jenn Wasson
Government Affairs Director – Jessie Simmons
Office Administrator – Beka Rudolf
Business Development Associate – Sallee Turner
JEFF KUSTER 2025 OMB BOARD PRESIDENT
It is with great enthusiasm that I write to you as your 2025 President of the Olympia Master Builders. I want to express my deepest gratitude for the trust you have placed in me for this significant role; it is a genuine honor.
I’m looking forward to working with all of you in our organization’s efforts in industry advocacy, affordable housing, bringing people into the trades and growing our membership.
Over the last couple of years our committees and staff, with great success, have worked hard to keep our events and social gatherings new and exciting. Your involvement in these events builds a strong membership community. One that businesses, and the greater community will gravitate to and recognize our positive impact.
When setting intentions for 2025, please take a moment to reflect on your impact on the OMB and our fellow members and ask yourself “what can I do” to enhance the membership experience and our organization’s outreach. When we individually put our best self forward, we all share the benefit.
I am thrilled about the journey ahead and the opportunity to expand our Olympia Master Builders family. Let us work together to create a community that not only serves the current members but also attracts and welcomes new perspectives, ideas, and talents.
The strength of our organization lies in its members, and together, we can transform Olympia Master Builders into a beacon that attracts all those who share our commitment to construction excellence.
Again, thank you for your trust, and let us embark on this exciting journey together.
Attention remodelers!!! You do amazing work. Every project is a potential opportunity to turn a house into a home and a client into a loyal and trusted friend of your business.
You might turn an old and outdated kitchen into a modern masterpiece. You might turn someone’s dark and dreary shower into a sensational spa. You could even turn someone’s entire 1970s rambler into the home of their dreams with modern amenities from floor to ceiling. The fact is that you not only create comfort and confidence in your clients, but you shape their decisions for years to come. And you do all of this while trying to make it as affordable to that client as possible. We at Olympia Master Builders believe you should be recognized for such work.
Members of Olympia Master Builders are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Remodeling Excellence (REX) Awards. Each year members submit entries of the previous year’s work and seek recognition from their peers for their contributions to the industry. Through their work, these professionals not only add character to the community around them, but they make community feel like home. We invite remodelers in our membership to enter their favorite projects and be recognized for the life-changing work they have accomplished. Information on entries and requirements can be found on the website at omb.org or send an email to ga@omb.org to inquire about submitting entries in other ways.
REX AWARDS 2025 (details): Opened: January 31st / Deadline: March 31st
Submit at omb.org -or- request an application at ga@omb.org / (360)754-0912
OMB Education Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications.
Students intending to pursue studies leading to a career in the building industry such as: engineering, architecture, drafting, industrial design, carpentry, construction management, etc. are encouraged to apply.
Visit omb.org to apply today!
Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 12:00 noon - 1:30pm at the BIAW Conference Room. RSVP at omb.org. Please bring cans of chili for our All Kids Win Chili Drive.
Did you miss the last issue of Chalk Line Magazine? Browse past issues at omb.org today.
We are very excited to announce the launch of a brandnew Residential Construction Training Program at South Sound Community College! The curriculum is industry certified by the Home Builders Institute and will be a great opportunity for our community to meet the growing demand for skilled workers in our industry.
Do you know someone interested in Hands-On Construction Learning with a blend of lectures and practical skills development? The first program is set to launch in March and lasts about 13 weeks.
Key Topics Covered:
• Safety protocols
• Construction math
• Green building concepts
• Carpentry skill development
Scholarships Available
We’re offering scholarship opportunities to help participants achieve their goals. Details will be shared at the Open House—don’t miss it!
This program is made possible through the generous support of United Way of Thurston County, Olympia Master Builders Education Foundation, and Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW).
And a special thank you to all of you who have participated in the OMB Education Foundation’s Auction over the years. YOU helped make this possible! Save the date for this year’s Auction on June 6th to help the Education Foundation continue to fund great programs like this!
Email conted@spscc.edu to get on the mailing list for additional information.
Managing the ebbs and flows of our recent economy has been a challenge, but fortunately the housing market continues to rise, and our members are directly feeling the benefit to their workloads. This is a promising constant for our industry! Although, our building community along with the entire nation, is faced with the challenge of keeping up with the mass demand of remodeling and new building projects because of the widespread shortage of skilled labor.
The solution to this overwhelming issue is unknown. What we do know is that as industry veterans start to retire and leave the workforce, no one is there to fill in their shoes – in part, a result of decades of encouraging students to attend a four-year college rather than considering careers in the trades. Another challenge we are seeing is that as trade-based programs have been eliminated from high schools, kids are not being exposed to a variety of options of trade work that may interest them.
Over the past couple of years, Olympia Master Builders has taken on the skilled labor issue in our area and prioritizing opportunities to tap into our local youth, encouraging them to think about pursuing careers in construction.
One of our primary goals at OMB is developing a professional building industry. Accomplishing this goal requires us to not only look at our current professional industry, but also the workforce yet to be. It is part of our goal to help foster relationships and help encourage future employees and business owners to enter the construction trades as well as support those already doing the work.
One way to do that is to increase public awareness of the opportunities available in construction trade professions. And to get out in front of our potential future workforce by attending Career Days, hosting Workforce Development workshops, and to encourage our members to lend their skills and knowledge by doing the same. Ongoing efforts are important to achieve our industry-wide goal of increasing the number of professional construction related employees in our area.
Here are a few suggested activities that YOU, as business owners, can do in your community to spread the word about careers in construction.
Consider opening up one of your construction sites and host a field trip. Arrange for students to tour the site and gather first-hand information about what it takes to have a successful career in construction.
Check in with the local high school guidance counselors and coordinate a resume building session to help students prepare for a career in construction. Provide interview and resume tips.
Present the customizable Careers in the Construction Trades PowerPoint (available through OMB or NAHB) to local middle school and high school students. You can also access the Cheat Sheet for using the Careers in Construction Trades presentation.
Plan a day to coordinate with the local schools to host a job shadow day. To meet future workforce demands, educators and employers need to reach out to the next generation of construction craft professionals. It is through industry and education partnerships that students get first-hand work experience.
• Young people spend time with adults at their workplace
• Students see the responsibilities and daily tasks, as they spend time in the work environment.
Just as important as it is to entice new employees into the trades workforce, it is equally important to recognize those already working in the industry. Schedule a Construction Employee Day to honor your construction management and construction trade professionals. Show your employees they are appreciated...
• Company-wide party, picnic or luncheon
• Gifts with company logo
• Recognize an employee of the year
One year removed from the 2023 session, one the Washington State legislature dubbed “the year of housing,” it is important to take stock of where we are. We are beginning to see jurisdictions fall in line with measures directing them to promote a diversity of housing and make process improvements by eliminating barriers to building more affordable housing. As jurisdictions work through their comprehensive plan updates, we are witnessing a culture shift in urban planning. A shift toward more growth and opportunity. These types of changes never occur in a vacuum or all at once, but we can be proud of the progress made in 2024. Some of the wins for our industry include:
• The City of Olympia reduced the minimum parking requirements throughout the city, giving developers discretion on the right amount of parking.
• The City of Olympia expanded the Multi-Family Tax Exemption on some multi-family/multi-use projects to promote density in the urban center.
• Thurston County made process improvements meant to frontload many of the elements of the building process and prevent the “bring me another rock” type process of the past.
• The Chehalis River Basin Authority released a successful RFP that connected members with funding to complete flood prevention measures throughout the basin and is still looking for several more projects to be completed.
• Olympia Master Builders participated as a stakeholder in the hiring of Terry McDaniel, a long-time City of Lacey staff member, to the position of Building Official, ensuring the continuity of the city’s friendly building culture.
• Olympia Master Builders was sought as a stakeholder in discussions around comprehensive plans and housing affordability in every jurisdiction throughout our five counties.
• Olympia Master Builders and its members were vital to the success of the I-2066 “Energy Choice” campaign.
• These are only a few examples of wins for the industry that OMB and its members accomplished in 2024. We at OMB look forward to another year of successes in 2025.
2024 was a year of pragmatic steps toward addressing the housing crisis, with some resistance from the typical spaces. However, all indications are that the wind is beginning to change.
More allies are moving into the pro-housing camp as they witness the reality on the ground. More and more stakeholders are beginning to see the housing crisis as a non-partisan issue. So, 2025 is another opportunity for the industry to inject experience and truth into the issue. We might start with a reminder of the following ten point plan from NAHB to fuel progress on affordable housing:
• Eliminate excessive regulations - Regulations account for nearly 25% of the cost of a single-family home and more than 40% of the cost of a typical apartment development. Policies at all levels of government are needed to ensure agencies consider the true effect of regulations on small businesses.
• Promote careers in the skilled trades - There’s a monthly shortage of nearly 400,000 construction workers, and builders will need to add 2.2 million new workers over the next three years to keep up with demand. Policymakers should support funding for construction trades education and provide more placement services to job seekers.
• Fix building material supply chains and ease costs - The cost of building materials has surged 38% since the pandemic. Of particular concern, the price of distribution transformers is up 72%, and along with a severe shortage of transformers, this is delaying housing projects across the nation.
• Pass federal tax legislation to expand the production of affordable and attainable housing - The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act would expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and enable builders to increase production of badly needed affordable housing.
• Overturn inefficient local zoning rules - Inefficient land use policies make it harder and more expensive to build. Localities need to rework ineffective zoning plans, and provide more options, such as reducing minimum lot sizes, allowing more accessory dwelling units and promoting missing middle housing (e.g., townhomes and duplexes).
• Alleviate permitting roadblocks - Permitting delays at all levels of government delay housing projects and raise construction costs. Localities need to make it a priority to avoid needless bottlenecks in their approval processes. One easy solution is a time limit on how long the government has to either approve or deny a permit.
• Adopt reasonable and cost-effective building codes - Studies have shown that building to the 2021 IECC can add as much as $31,000 to the price of a new home and require up to 90 years for a home buyer to realize a payback. That’s not a reasonable trade-off and would not provide meaningful energy savings.
• Reduce local impact fees and other upfront taxes associated with housing construction - The home building industry agrees that some impact fees are necessary to cover the costs of increased public services for new home developments. However, lawmakers must impose impact fees fairly with the cost to the home buyer in mind.
• Make it easier for developers to finance new housing - Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal Home Loan Banks should be encouraged to support a secondary market for AD&C financing that would expand financing options for builders to increase the housing supply.
• Update employment policies to promote flexibility and opportunity - The current patchwork approach for builders to determine worker status, calculating overtime pay and prevailing wages creates, and documenting employment status creates unnecessary burdens and disincentivizes housing production.
At the local and state levels, Olympia Master Builders and the Building Industry Association of Washington are working diligently to ensure we play our part in the success of the industry and in addressing the housing crisis. The state legislative session is off to a promising start with bills addressing lot-splitting and accountability at the State Building Codes Council on the move. Local jurisdictions are conducting analysis of internal processes and making improvements where possible. And Olympia Master Builders is at the center of many housing affordability discussions around the community ensuring the builder’s voice is front and center.
For more information on any of the mentioned topics or on local policies and actions impacting the homebuilding industry please reach out to Olympia Master Builders Government Affairs Director, Jessie Simmons, at ga@omb.org or (360)754-0912 ext. 102.
BIAW Hill Day on March 11, 2025
We will meet at 11:30am at Hotel Murano
Enjoy a box lunch before hopping on our chartered bus to the Washington State Capitol. Meet with your elected official and make your voice heard as we discuss proposed legislation that affects the residential construction industry. This is your chance to shape the future and make a difference. Get more details and register at www.biaw.com/ events/legislative-action-day.
The state’s Growth Management Act directs jurisdictions to make updates to policies around land use and planning every 10 years (shaping the vision for the next 20-years). We are currently in the update period for these plans, which will end this June. Now is your opportunity to provide input.
THIS
- Comprehensive Planning at jurisdictions will impact your ability to do business and build housing for the next 20 years. They include policy around economy, land use, zoning, housing and more. The overarching goal of the comprehensive plan is to place local control over local priorities. Make time to be part of the “locals” that are giving input! These plans are only available to update and edit every 10 years, and now is your time to determine what you want your community to look like shifting toward 2045, and to ensure that affordable housing for all economic segments of society is a priority!
• TAHC is the Political Action Committee for the Olympia Master Builders (OMB).
• TAHC provides endorsements and financial support to political candidates who understand and support the mission of OMB – to provide affordable housing for all economic segments of society.
• Members of OMB can pay $125 to become a TAHC Trustee.
• TAHC Trustees play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the homebuilding industry in Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, and Pacific Counties.
If you are part of the homebuilding industry in Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, or Pacific County, TAHC should be an ESSENTIAL component of your business strategy. Your participation and support impacts REAL change in local government.
Your local jurisdiction has the most immediate impact on the success of your business. TAHC is non-partisan and is focused on supporting “H” (for housing) candidates first.
CONTRIBUTE TO TAHC
Become a Trustee – $125
Other contributions are accepted.
The Bottom Line… If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu. Join TAHC TODAY!!! The best choice for the future of your business. For more information, contact Jessie at ga@omb.org.
Paid for by The Affordable Housing Council.
Statesman of the Year
Andrew Barkis, State Representative
Outstanding Chapter Member
Grays Harbor
Rusty Ruiz - Hung Right Doors, LLC
Rising Star
Nicole Montoya - OlyFed
President’s Awards
Jeff Kuster – Kuster Homes & Remodeling, LLC
Daimon Doyle – Doyle Construction, LLC
President’s Gavel
Chris Winters – CW Construction, Inc.
Recruiter of the Year
Daniel Doyle – Doyle Construction, LLC
Amber Bevacqua – Cabinets by Trivonna
PWB Member of the Year
Janine Ezzell – Chicago Title Company
Norm Paulsen Hall of Fame
John Erwin – John Erwin Remodeling, Inc.
Remodeler of the Year
Daniel Doyle - Doyle Construction, LLC
Associate of the Year
Christina Janis – Epic Realty
Builder of the Year
John Johnson - Johnson Custom Homes, LLC
New members join OMB for a variety of reasons. For some, the primary goal is to network with others in their field or the industry advocacy. Others want to develop their professional skills through OMB events and resources, and some join simply to continue their education and acquire certifications required for their career. No matter which reason you joined OMB for, we often find that members don't always explore ALL the benefits available to them. Did you know that we also offer:
Purchasing power, excellent benefits and rate stability are the cornerstones of the success of the BIAW Health Insurance Program.
Class offerings include: Practical workshops designed to raise the level of business performance; Courses providing information on the latest trends and technology in home building; and, Instruction by the industry’s leading experts on regulatory changes and compliance.
BIAW’s Government Affairs Program exists to defend affordable housing for the citizens of Washington state. BIAW’s team of lobbyists work on members’ behalf to pass pro-housing legislation and defeat bills harmful to the housing industry.
BIAW’s Legal Program is the most proactive and successful of any trade association in the state. BIAW’s in-house and contract attorneys, along with Legal Committee members, directly represent members in crucial precedent-setting cases of statewide significance.
Membership gives you the opportunity to participate in and network at the many events taking place monthly and yearly. OMB covers 5 counties: Thurston, Mason, Lewis, Grays Harbor and Pacific. When you join you automatically become a member of your local chapter at no additional cost. OMB’s chapters meet monthly. You are strongly encouraged to attend meetings whenever you can, for both networking and educational benefits.
Largest retrospective ratings program in the state. It provides companies with several important advantages: A refund to member companies if the group’s premiums exceed their losses; expert, in-house claims staff who act as your advocates.
When you become a member with Olympia Master Builders your company is automatically put in to the Hire-A-Pro online searchable directory that is access by thousands of user each month - looking for building professionals - like YOU!
You will also be included in the Annual Hire-A-Pro printed membership directory. We print just over 8,000 copies per year and they are handed out at our Big Home & Remodel Show as well as being in several of our member companies who have foot traffic. Not only that but they are direct mailed and sent out in the local newspapers.
The Chalk Line is OMB’s bi-monthly printed (and online) magazine that is distributed to all OMB members. This is a perfect opportunity to get in front of your peers!
Full Page - $500 1/2 Page - $275 1/4 Page - $150 1/8 Page - $100
Chalk Talk is OMB’s bi-weekly email communication. Rates: $50 per month for a 2” x 3” full color ad (2 issues)
These ads are rotated each page hit on the homepage of the OMB website and run an average of 25,000 impressions per month. $90 per month (3 month commitment) for a 2.2”x8.3” (160pxx600px) full color ad with active link to your website.
With your membership, you receive two category listings on our online membership directory. Your company can be listed in as many categories as you would like. Each additional category is $30.
AI Electric
Moore Glass Company
RYCON Services, LLC
Signarama-Lacey
Crescent Lighting Supply
Midway Underground, LLC
Carlyon Beach Homeowners Association
Pioneer Fire & Security, Inc.
Evergreen State Roofing, LLC
GT Roofing, LLC
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation-DuPont
John L. Scott-Centralia
5-9 YEARS
Reliable Enterprises
Mervin Smith General Contractor, LLC
Chehalis Rentals
Lincoln Creek Lumber
Puget Sound Landscaping, Inc.
Pacific Mobile Structures, Inc.
FGM Construction
10-14 YEARS
Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC
South Sound Solar/Sustainable Electric 15-19 YEARS
A Glass Enterprise, Inc.
DB&R, Inc
20-24 YEARS
HiLine Homes (dba: creative Design Builders, Inc.)
P & P Investments
Northwest Containers, Inc.
Dr. Roof, Inc.
Mixx 96.1 KXXO
Dan Sallee Construction, LLC
Norm’s Construction, Inc.
25 + YEARS
Washington Cedar & Supply Company
DeTray’s, LLC
Puget Sound Energy
Olympic Mountain Millwork
Shelton, WA (360) 432-2992
zach@olympicmountainmillwork.com
Sponsor: Jeff Kuster
Tightline Construction Contracting, LLC
Olympia, WA (360) 280-9444
joe@tighlineconstuction.biz
Sponsor: Maddy Cantrell
Arvid’s Interiors and Design Chehalis, WA (360) 748-6816
info@arvidsabbey.com
Sponsor: Chad Pearson
The Outdoor Luxury Company Tumwater, WA (253) 377-6124
charles@outdoorluxury.com
Sponsor: Mark Shephard
Eubanks Glass, inc. Centralia, WA (360) 736-3314
eubanks@eubank.com
Sponsor: Amber Bevacqua
Joined in November & December 2024
BJ’s Paint Tumwater, WA (360) 943-3232
bjsPaint@comcast.com
Sponsor: Melissa Stone
J&E Concrete. LLC Yelm, WA (253) 678-8146
j2concrete@gmail.com
Sponsor: Nichole Saeger
PNW Yard Services Tumwater, WA (360) 480-0311
pnwyardservices@gmail.com
Sponsor: Daniel Doyle
Kunkel Construction Chehalis, WA (360) 632-4198
lbkunkel@hotmail.com
Sponsor: Aaron Stalcup
KMB Architects Inc. P.S Olympia, WA (360) 352-8883
christinascott@kmb-architects. com
Sponsor: Bob Kagy
Madrona Construction Olympia, WA (360) 918-1402 madronaconst@gmail.com
Sponsor: Debbi Boyd
Hardie Plumbing Lacey, WA (360) 857-0880
jeff@hardieplumbing.com
Sponsor: Mike Auderer
All American Propane, LLC Tumwater, WA (360) 357-6442
debbiegerdts@hotmail.com
Sponsor: Chris Winters
JK Monarch Fine Homes Sumner, WA (253) 840-5660
craig@jkmonarch.com
Sponsor: Debbi Boyd
Ready Handyman, LLC Centralia, WA (360) 420-9654
readyhandyman@gmail.com
Sponsor: Jeff Kuster
South Sound Tree Experts Shelton, WA (360) 878-0060
jking1917@live.com
Sponsor: Daniel Doyle
Copper and Cable Electric Co. Olympia, WA (360) 706-2608
service@copperandcable.com
Sponsor: Michael Robinson
JANUARY
1st NEW YEARS DAY OMB CLOSED
8th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm
8th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
9th Hard Hat Happy Hour 4:00pm
14th Member Benefits Luncheon 12:00pm
14th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
15th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
20th MLK JR. DAY OMB CLOSED
21st Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
23rd Quarterly Building Officials/GA Meeting 12:00pm
30th Annual General Membership Mtg 4:00pm-6:00pm
FEBRUARY
5th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
5th Grays Harbor Chapter Meeting 5:30pm
6th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm
11th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
17th PRESIDENT’S DAY OMB CLOSED
JULY
4th INDEPENDENCE DAY OMB CLOSED 8th Member Benefits Luncheon 12:00pm 8th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 9th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm 18th Golf Tournament 8:30am 24th Quarterly Building Officials/GA Meeting 12:00pm
AUGUST
6th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
7th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 12th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 14th Hard Hat Happy Hour 4:00pm 28th Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm *Staff is working on reviving the Elected Officials Bus Tour for 2025, potentially in August.
SEPTEMBER
18th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
19th
19th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
20th PWB “Food for Thought” Lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm 27th Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm
MARCH
5th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
6th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 10-12 BIAW Winter Board Meetings Tacoma
13th Hard Hat Happy Hour 4:00pm
18th* Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
19th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
25th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
27th Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm *Exec/BOD 1 week later due to BIAW meetings
APRIL
2nd PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
8th Member Benefits Luncheon 12:00pm
8th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
10th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm
11th Home Show Vendor Setup 8:00am-7:00pm
12th Big Home and Remodel Show 10:00am-5:00pm
13th Big Home and Remodel Show 10:00am-4:00pm
15th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
16th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
24th Quarterly Building Officials/GA Meeting 12:00pm
MAY
1st Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm
7th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
7th Grays Harbor Chapter Meeting 5:30pm
8th Hard Hat Happy Hour/REX Awards/GMM 4:00pm
13th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
15th PWB “Food for Thought” Lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm
20th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
21st Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
22nd Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm
26th MEMORIAL DAY OMB CLOSED
JUNE
4th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
5th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm
6th Education Foundation Auction 6:00pm
10th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm
17th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm
18th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
23-25 BIAW Summer Board Meetings Spokane
26th PWB “Food for Thought” Lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm
26th Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm
1st LABOR DAY OMB CLOSED 3rd Grays Harbor Chapter Meeting 5:30pm 4th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 9th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 10th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm 12th GMM Member Appreciation BBQ 1:30pm-4:00pm 16th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm 17th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm 20th Tour of Homes 10:00am-4:00pm 21st Tour of Homes 10:00am-4:00pm 25th PWB “Food for Thought” Lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm 25th Government Affairs Meeting 4:00pm
OCTOBER
1st PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
2nd Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 9th Tour Awards Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm 14th Member Benefits Luncheon 12:00pm 14th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 15th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm 21st Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm 17th PWB Halloween Bonfire Night 5:00pm 23rd Quarterly Building Officials/GA Meeting 12:00pm
NOVEMBER
5th PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm 6th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 10-12 BIAW Fall Board Meetings Vancouver 11th VETERANS DAY OMB CLOSED 13th Hard Hat Happy Hour 4:00pm 18th* Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 19th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm 25th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm 27-28 THANKSGIVING BREAK OMB CLOSED *Exec/BOD 1 week later due to BIAW meetings
DECEMBER
3rd PWB Council Meeting 4:00pm
3rd Grays Harbor Chapter Meeting 5:30pm 4th PWB “Food for Thought” Lunch 12:00pm-1:30pm 4th Membership & Spike Committee Mtg 4:00pm 9th Exec/Board Meeting 4:00pm/4:30pm 12th Christmas Party 6:00pm 16th Contractor’s Roundtable Meeting 4:00pm 17th Lewis County Chapter Meeting 6:00pm
25-31 CHRISTMAS –NEW YEARS EVE OMB CLOSED
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