Published every two weeks
|
Formerly the HBA Happenings e-newsletter
|
IN THIS ISSUE
Welcome, new members!
Sept. 12: BIA adds THIRD Golf Outing
Entry deadlines approaching quickly for Parade of Homes Fall Edition
Permits Plus shares permit data through April
2025 Home & Garden Show registration begins next month
|
Muddy Boots Picnic is tomorrow!
|
Hooray! Let's get together for lunch 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. July 10 at Cass County Electric Cooperative!
All members are invited to partake in this fun, annual grill-out featuring delicious brats and ice cream for dessert.
It's the perfect opportunity to treat your team to lunch while relaxing under shaded seating at Cass County Electric Cooperative.
|
-
Cass County Electric Cooperative implements new procedure
-
Fargo wants your feedback on their draft Growth Plan
-
Summer Edition of the MN Construction Codes and Licensing Division Review Newsletter
|
AB Brothers
Cory Althoff
Builder
(701) 367-7013
|
REHAU
Judy Schwark
Architectural Specification Manger
(701) 799-9131
|
Sept. 12: BIA adds THIRD golf outing
|
Get ready for another fantastic day on the greens!
Due to overwhelming interest, the Association has added a third Golf Outing date: Sept. 12 at Hawley Golf and Country Club.
As summertime fades, here's your last chance to participate in one of our most popular member events. Join us for sunshine, fresh air, and chasing that little white ball—all while connecting with our peers and trade partners.
|
Entry deadlines approach quickly for Parade of Homes Fall Edition
|
Important Dates
July 17 Early Entries Due
July 31 Regular Entries Due
Sept. 21-23 & 28-30 Fall Parade of Homes Dates
Reminder: we now welcome remodels and rentals in addition to newly built homes under the Parade of Homes brand.
Don't have a home to enter?
Leverage our promotions by advertising: space reservation due Aug. 1.
|
Permits Plus shares permit data through April
|
The third issue of Permits Plus for 2024 shares housing data for the F-M metro and neighboring communities!
Access local 2024 building permits through April; our advocacy and workforce updates; current seasonally adjusted unemployment rates and mortgage rates and data from the National Association of Home Builders.
|
BIA & Home Builders Care set to build bird feeders with Boys & Girls Club
|
This Thursday, July 11, over 50 BIA-RRV volunteers will visit local Boys & Girls Club centers for a workforce development activity. They will talk about careers in construction and build bird feeder kits with third through fifth graders!
Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation made this possible by tapping into a partnership between the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and grant funds from the National Association of Home Builders. Lowe's will provide the bird feeders and hammers.
Thank you to everyone who has committed to help. Stay tuned for photo highlights!
|
2025 Home & Garden Show registration begins next month
|
The 2025 Red River Valley Home & Garden Show will be Feb. 28 - March 2 at the Fargodome.
As a BIA-RRV member, you get prime selection on exhibit space!
Join us in creating an exceptional experience for our attendees, where inspiration meets innovation. Save the date for next year's show and watch for registration opening next month!
|
Quick Tips
Association programming updates and hints to keep you in the know!
|
Do you have good news?
New hire? Promotions? Fun facts? Opportunities?
We want to know: email your good news to Annie Mund.
We will share it here.
|
Thank you to our
2024 Very Invested Partners!
|
Interested in being a 2024 VIP?
Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
|
Education from our partners
*In-person or Virtual
|
July 10 Muddy Boots Picnic presented by Cass County Electric Cooperative All members are invited to partake in this fun, annual grill-out featuring delicious brats and ice cream for dessert.
It's the perfect opportunity to treat your team to lunch while relaxing under shaded seating. Cost is free.
|
July 11 HBC & Boys & Girls Club Bird Feeder Building Day Volunteers will conduct a hands-on bird feeder construction activity 1-3:30 p.m. with up to 300 children ranging from 3rd to 5th grade at local Boys & Girls Club sites.
The deadline to sign up was July 1 since a background check is required (at no cost to the volunteer). No construction experience required.
|
July 16 401(k) PEP Plan Introduction BIA-RRV is proud to partner with Investment Consulting Services to bring this exciting opportunity to all BIA members. This member benefit will reduce work and maximize your fiduciary protection as an employer.
This will be a quick, virtual meeting with time for questions and answers. A recording will be provided for all who register. Cost is free.
|
July 18 (sold out), Aug. 15 (sold out) and Sept. 12 BIA Golf Outings Our most popular member events are coming, brought to you by Forest Products Direct!
Limited sponsorships available. You can put your name in front of hundreds of building industry members. Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
|
Aug. 8 BIA Happy Hour with Hebron Brick Supply Join us for a summer social gathering at Hebron's stunning new location in West Fargo! It'll be an evening filled with networking, good food, delicious beer and refreshing drinks. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow BIA members, relax, and enjoy the vibrant summer atmosphere. Cost is free.
|
Sept. 23 High Noon Shootout Join us for this fun, unique networking event! The High Noon Shootout will consist of two rounds of trap shooting followed by dinner, socializing and prizes.
We will end the event with an Annie Oakley competition. Cost is $85 if registered by Sept. 1.
|
Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley
(formerly Home Builders Association of F-M)
1802 32nd Ave S | Fargo ND 58103
|
|
