Blueprints 2nd Quarter 2013 by Polk County Builders Association

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POLK COUNTY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 2232 Heritage Drive Lakeland, FL 33801

PRESORT STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT#348 LAKELAND FLORIDA

Polk County’s Construction Industry Polk County Builders Association

Second Quarter 2013

BluePrints

Meet the Builder Night Speed Networking

Coming to PCBA on Tuesday August 13 th

This Issue • Permit Report Change • Spring Parade of Homes Recap • Golf Tournament Winners • Fishing Tournament Winners

Come out on August 13th and meet the Builder. If you want to meet some of the builder members of PCBA, don’t miss out on Speed Networking! This event will be limited to 24 Associate Members on the evening of Tuesday August 13th. Twelve builders will be in attendance to meet with you and answer your questions. You are guaranteed 5 minutes with each individual builder or their purchasing supervisor. You ask the questions and they will provide the answers. There will be two groups of 12 associates each. There will be a 15 minute introductory talk, given by a local building supervisor, about what kinds of questions you need to ask. Dinner will be served at 5:15 pm for all participants in this Speed Networking Event. The 15 minute instructional talk will be given at 5:45 pm. Group 1 of 12 Speed Networking associates will begin at 6:00 pm. There will be 12 tables set up and each table will have a builder or their representative at the table. A bell will be rung as each 5 minute session ends. When the bell is rung, the associates will then move to the next table and the next builder. Group 2 will begin promptly at 7:00 pm. While Group 2 is waiting for their session to begin, several members of the PCBA Board of Directors and Staff members will be available for coffee, dessert and discussions about PCBA and how the Board of Directors works. Please feel free to ask questions of the PCBA Board and staff. The same group will be available to talk and network with Group 1 when their meet the builder sessions are over. This event should finish at 8:30 pm.

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Permit Report Update You can now generate your own reports of building permits issued. No more paying for the reports*, no waiting to receive them by e-mail, and you get to choose what time frame and what type of permits. It’s easy! Start by going to our website, www.polk-county.net Scroll down a little ways until a menu is in the middle of the page, click on #3, Building and Construction Now choose Permit & License Status Viewer Now click the binoculars titled Permit Information by Work Type Choose from the drop-down list Type of Work (1 type at a time) Choose your date range, then click submit. A list of permit numbers will appear – go to the upper right corner and click the print button It will take a minute, but a file download box will appear, click Open After a minute, your permit report will appear – you can print it, create a pdf, whatever you want to do with it. Not sure of the type of work? Everything from 1 & 2 family (new homes) to Commercial Multi (apartment buildings) to Mechanical Heating (a/c change-out) to Pools, Re-roofs, both commercial & residential, even Window/Door replacements can be chosen to give you what you need to know to help your business grow! Experiment with it, see what you do and don’t need, and by all means please feel free to call me if you need help with any of this. Linda Stiles Lead Permit Tech Polk County Building Division 863.534.6535

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2013 Bass Tournament

President's Message

25 INCHES LONG AND JUST UNDER 9 POUNDS SET THE RECORD FOR THE LARGEST BASS CAUGHT AT THE HARPER LAKE TOURNAMENT ON MAY 4TH, 2013. 10 Boats and 33 participants came out for the First Annual Harper Lake Invitational Bass Tournament at Harper Lake in Homeland, Fl;orida. Skies started out cloudy, but quickly cleared to a beautiful day for fishing. Boats began arriving at 6:15 am! After coffee and donuts at the boat ramp, all the boats were launched by 7:00 am. In addition to people fishing from boats, Lori Fraser, of WebPro Realty, Marc Boney of Resmondo Sod and JC Martin of Kelley Buick GMC of Bartow, fished from the bank of the lake. Lori caught zip but she didnʼt call the fish as she had been instructed to. Here Fishy, Fishy always worked for me! Maybe next time! Our two youngest fishermen were Jessup Harper, Sean Harpers son and Harley Constant III, Harley Constantʼs son. Sean is with Harper Homes and Harley is with Highland Homes. Lucas Martin, of Floralawn joined us for lunch with his son, Carson. Our only lady fisherman, fishing from a boat was Linda Hjort of Highland Homes. All of our fishermen and women enjoyed a great lunch provided by Donna Slagel, and Colette Wilson of Shelter Mortgage. Coletteʼs assistant Betty helped out too! When Lori Fraser, of WebPro Realty wasnʼt fishing, she was busy helping set up and taking down tables and chairs.

President

Brian Walsh Highland Homes

President Elect

William Webb Webb Homebuilders Group, Inc.

1st Vice President

Mark Hulbert Hulbert Homes, Inc.

2nd Vice President

Keith Combee Combee Insulation Co., Inc.

Secretary/Treasurer

Greg Sanoba The Sanoba Law Firm

Immediate Past President

Sean Harper Harper Homes, L.L.C.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Duane McQuillen Duane McQuillen Construction

Lucas Martin FloraLawn, Inc.

Rob Nunez R. Nunez Homes

Kylie Guess Republic Services, Inc.

Richie Johnson Southern Homes

Roger Atherton Counter Effects by Roger

Blaine Carter Carter Engineering

Tim Davis ValuePro Remodeling and Maintenance

Todd Shuff Carpenter Contractors of America

NAHB DIRECTORS Mike Hickman Donnie Tyler / Life Director

Dave Carter Robert Harper

This year has started out very nicely. Our events have been well attended with many new faces. Thanks to our tireless Brian Walsh volunteers, our Golf Tournament was the Highland Homes largest it has been in 5 years. Our Spring Parade of Homes was a huge success and featured many new participants. And our newest event, a Bass Fishing Tournament hosted by Robert and Sean Harper was enjoyed by all. The Spring Selling Season has started better than we had anticipated. Let’s be thankful and take advantage of the opportunities presented to us all. Now, more than ever, it is important to expand or forge new relationships with current PCBA members. Members doing business with members is a recipe for future success. Equally as important for the PCBA is recruitment. Keep your eyes open for opportunities to bring in more new members. More members equal a louder unified voice to fight the good fight.

FHBA DIRECTORS

Thanks to all the people who made this first time PCBA event a success!

Builder Directors: Sean Harper William Webb

BOAT ENTRIES FOR THE HARPER LAKE INVITATIONAL Highland Homes – Brian Walsh Highland Homes – Linda Hjort Highland Homes – Harley Constant – 2 Kelley Buick GMC – J C Martin FloraLawn – Lucas Martin WebPro Realty – Curtis Yopp Bradco Supply – Joe Culler Overhead Door – Melanie Brown Warren Lane Foundations – Warren 10

POLK COUNTY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Associate Directors: Michael Flood Keith Combee

FHBA LIFE DIRECTORS Dave Carter Robert Harper Donnie Tyler Mike Hickman

Gary Clements Don Paris Marc Boney

Our Volunteers and Staff have done a great job so far this year. Let’s keep it up and we all will share the increased success. Thanks

PCBA STAFF Stephanie Hutton Pat Edleman

Executive Director Membership & Special Events

Phone: 863.665.0844 • Fax: 863.667.9956 2232 Heritage Drive Lakeland, Florida 33801

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Feel free to contact Brian at: President@PCBA.com with any questions or concerns regarding the PCBA.

PCBA Foundation Event PCBA Foundation Hosts Go For The Glow 5K Run

The event takes place in Lakeland at Lake Hollingsworth October 11, 2013 • 7:00 p.m The event includes Tech running shirt, snacks, awards and music; all proceeds benefit the PCBA’s Foundation. “We wanted to find another avenue to build awareness for the Foundation,” said Kylie Guess, Foundation Chair. “This event truly promises a good time, all while raising money for our local scholarships.” The PCBA Foundation is the charitable arm of the Polk County Builders Association. The building industry has a need for skilled workers and many youth overlook the potential of a job in the construction industry. In an effort to make an impact on future generations, the PCBA formed the non-profit Polk County Builders Association Foundation. The foundation provides scholarships every year to high school students looking to pursue a degree or career in the industry. “Keeping future generations excited about the industry is important for Polk’s economic well-being,” said Mike Hickman, of Hickman Homes. “Sadly it is a career choice being overlooked by many young people. We are encouraging students by playing an active role in the Future Builders of America Leadership Camp, Blueprint & Model Competition and by offering scholarships to students in Polk County. The event proceeds will go directly to fund the scholarships.”

Tickets for the event may be purchased online at https://www.signmeup.com/site/online-event-registration/92777 or in person at Fitniche for $30 in advance and $35 at the lake. For more information, please contact Stephanie Hutton at (863) 665-0844 or visit the PCBA’s Facebook event page. For more information on The Polk County Builders Association visit the company’s website: http://www.pcba.com 4

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Government Affairs The FHBA, and PCBA, have continued to work hard to support legislation beneficial to the construction industry, and to oppose negative legislation. Earlier this year, PCBA sent a small delegation of our members to Tallahassee, and in conjunction with FHBA, they met with our local legislators in both the Florida Senate and the house. These efforts played in an important part in the passage of several key pieces of legislation that directly impact the construction industry. There were several important successes in the state budget, including money to support the Future Builders of America and the Home Builder Institute. Funds were also designated for the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation to conduct stings and sweeps to identify unlicensed construction activity. Funds were also set aside building code education and for a final phase septic tank study. Another success was the passage of the Growth Management bill. This prevents local communities from implementing “Hometown Democracy” laws, similar to those that were soundly defeated in the statewide constitutional ballot initiative in 2011. The passage of the Community Transportation Projects bill was another success. It prevents local communities from requiring developers to fund construction of pre-existing transportation deficiencies within any given area. Instead, the bill creates as “pay and go” system for the funding of transportation systems with new development projects. Another important success was the Workers’ Compensation bill, which limit the amount doctors can charge workers’ compensation patients for dispensing drugs in their clinic. There were many other additional legislative priorities that were also a success. There were a few disappointing defeats on some issues. The impact fees issue in the Growth Management bill died in committee. Also, the Development Exactions bills were never even heard in committee. But overall, it was a successfully legislative session for the construction industry. All of this is another example of the important work that PCBA is doing to help builders in the area.

Condolences to the Stinson family, of Stinsons Home Design Center, on the loss of their son, Scotty. He passed away due to an automobile accident. He was loved by many and will be missed. Condolences to the family of Ann Hagen of Bonded Builders. Ann Passed away in Late March, 2013. She was a very active member of the Metro Orlando Association, and the Florida Home Builders Association.

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Fishing Tournament Pictures See story on page 10! ts and sign in. Coffee and Donu

Caught the mos t fish!

Glenn Cale of Highland Homes and Robert Harper – Largest Bass

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2013 Spring Parade of HomesTM Winners Beautiful Homes, wonderful weather, and an awesome turnout of people! All participating builders in this year’s Parade of Homes reported fantastic traffic! More people came out than have come out in years, and a lot of them were serious buyers! Kensington Homes sold their Parade model, The St Augustine at Eaglebrook the first weekend of the Parade.

THIS YEARS WINNERS:

SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT AT HUNTINGTON HILLS HUGE SUCCESS! Over 100 golfers turned out for the Spring Tournament at Huntington Hills Golf Course in North Lakeland March 22, 2013 Mulling Insurance, C & S Graphics (Central Florida Homes and More) and Republic Services sponsored Watering Holes. You could choose from Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and Subway Sandwiches with all the fixin’s. Beverage cart sponsors were Shelter Mortgage, Hometeam Pest Defense, and Top Notch Air Conditioning and Heating.

Single Family Homes – $160,524 - $162,320 Southern Homes at Griffins Green - WINNER Home of the Year - The Roanoke, Bartow Best Exterior – Roanoke - Southern Homes Best Floor Plan – Roanoke – Southern Homes Best Kitchen – Roanoke – Southern Homes Best Master Bath – The Remington II Highland Homes – Highland Meadows Best Overall Quality – Roanoke – Southern Homes

Special Thanks to Florida Public Utilities and Pat Spalding for once again being the exclusive Tournament Sponsor. Major Sponsors were Midflorida Credit Union and Bright House Networks. The awards Reception was sponsored by Dodds and Company, Carpenter Contractors of America, Kelley Buick GMC Bartow, and Center State Bank. We also had some outstanding door prizes. In addition to golf hats, golf balls, a Golf GPS, and lots of gift cards to Golf Etc. and to eat out, we gave away a compact Whirlpool Refrigerator. A huge thank you to the Golf Committee which consisted of Lucas Martin of Floralawn, Dean Brown of Whirlpool, Todd Shuff of Carpenter Contractors of America and Richie Johnson of Southern Homes. They did a great job. The day would not have been complete without our volunteers and all their hard work! A super thank you to the following people who made the day such a success:

Single Family Homes Year – $162,321 - $212,500 William Ryan Homes at Bridgewater - WINNER Home of the Year - The Sweetwater – Won all Categories

Stephanie Catlett – MidFlorida Donna Oakley – MidFlorida Nan Webster – First integrity Title Barbie Taylor – Lakeland Electric Donna Slagel – Shelter Mortgage Laurie Van Haften – Shelter Mortgage Pat Spalding – Florida Public Utilities Karen Kelley – BB&T Bank

Single Family Homes – $212,501 – $299,000 R. Nunez Homes at Christina Chase – WINNER Home of the Year - The Seville Best Exterior – The Seville – R. Nunez Homes Best Floor Plan – The Seville – R. Nunez Homes Best Kitchen – Dreamweaver – Ernie White Construction- Highlands in the Woods Best Master Bath – Seville – R. Nunez Homes Best Overall Quality – Dreamweaver- Ernie white Construction- Highlands in The Woods

And The Winners Were:

Single family Homes – $299,001 - $335,000 Kensington Homes at Eaglebrooke - WINNER Home of the Year - The Coquina – Won All Categories Single Family Homes – $335,001 - $399,000 Duane McQuillen Construction at Highlands in the Woods - WINNER Home of the Year - The Ansley – Won All Categories

1st LG – 56 • Counter Effects by Roger Team 1st LN – 44 • Payne Air Conditioning Team 2nd LG – 58 • Ferguson Enterprises Team

Single Family Homes – $399,001 - $450,000 Kensington Homes at Eaglebrooke - WINNER Home of the Year - The St Augustine – Won 4 Categories Tied for Best Floor Plan Best Floor Plan – Tied - The Kilmore by Webb Home Builders Group at Water Ridge Single Family Homes – $450,001 - $497,000 R. Nunez Homes at Eaglebrooke - WINNER Home of the Year - The Veranda – Won all Categories

2nd LN – 48 • White Aluminum Team 3rd LG – 61 • Lakeland Electric Team 3rd LN – 48 • Whirlpool Team

A Home Improvement Thrift Near You! Lakeland Habitat for Humanity appreciates our long history with the Polk County Builders Associations. We would like to make you aware of our ReStore, a Home Improvement Thrift, that we feel offers an opportunity for you to shop and donate your left over building supplies. If you become a member of our Tool Belt Club, you will receive an additional discount of 10%. You must be a licensed contractor/builder and come into the store to sign up.

Single Family Homes - $497,001 - $1,000,000 Hulbert Homes on Shepherd Road - WINNER Home of the Year - The Casa de Jardin, Won all Categories Fuqua Const – WINNER Kitchen and Room Remodel - 5560 Emerald Ridge Blvd., Lakeland Waller Construction – WINNER Whole House Remodel - 2021 High Vista Dr., Lakeland Webb Homebuilders Group – WINNER Kitchen Remodel - 1535 Yoemans Path, Lakeland Green Construction Services – WINNER Historic Remodel - 1760 Old Bartow Road, Bartow Evangelisto Construction – WINNER 2-Story Remodel - 3001 Crystal Beach Road, Winter Haven Landscaper of the Year – McDowell Landscape Services - Casa de Jardin by Hulbert Homes

We sell new ceramic tile (18”), laminate flooring (with underlayment), paint supplies and wood cabinets at prices you won’t find anywhere. We accept and sell the following items: tools, electrical and plumbing supplies, lighting, appliances, gently used furniture/accessories and miscellaneous home improvement items. We do not accept clothing, linens or small housewares.

JUDGES: Richie Johnson – Southern Homes • Zach Diaz – Southern Homes • Mike Hickman – Hickman Homes Chuck Hunt – Chuck Hunt Construction • Leonard Mass – Drummond Company • Steve Daniels – SRD Construction Sally Cinquanti – Realtor Winter Haven • Debbie Ward Terry – Realtor Lakeland • Mike Green – Green Construction Services Donna Casey – Hickman Homes • Wanda Keiser – Drummond Company

All of the ReStore profits stay here in our community to help build and repair homes for low income working families and the elderly. All donations are tax deductible. We can usually pick up large items within one to three days. The ReStore has saved over 260 tons of debris from our landfills.

DRIVERS:

Location: 1317 George Jenkins Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815 Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm For Pick Up, Call 688-4660

Donna Slagel – Shelter Mortgage • Stephanie Catlett – MidFlorida Credit Union • Donna Oakley – MidFlorida Credit Union Barbie Taylor – Lakeland Electric • Pat Spalding – Florida Public Utilities Thanks to our Tally Team (Tallied up the Scores) Yvonne Merritt – Duane McQuillen Construction, Nan Webster – Integrity First Title, Donnie Tyler

Robert Bennett- Haven Building Products Bob Bissett – Haven building Products Keith Combee – Combee Insulation Dave Carter – Carter Engineering Scott Norris Andrew Plummer – Heacock Insurance Lori Fraser – WebPro Realty Susie Green – The Ledger

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