Published every two weeks

MAY 28 2024

Formerly the HBA Happenings e-newsletter

IN THIS ISSUE

City of Horace sanitary sewer notice

Minnesota legislative session update

The latest Permits Plus is here!

BIA welcomes Hailey Bebler to the staff

Happy Hour Highlights

Remodelers Council Picnic Recap
 

ND Residents: Vote June 11!

We are nearing the North Dakota primary election! Make a plan to vote. Whether it’s absentee, early voting, or going to the polls on election day, there are many ways to make your voice heard. For information on how to vote, click here.

 

BIA-RRV has announced endorsements for local races. These candidates were chosen by Association leadership after hearing answers to building industry related questions at Candidate Forums and by their answers to candidate questionnaires. Your Association aims to elect pro-housing and pro-growth candidates.

 

Fargo City Commission

John Strand
Al Carlson

 

West Fargo City Commission
Rory Jorgensen
Amy Zundel


Horace City Council
Jordan Crouse
Rachel Dwyer

 

To view recordings of our Candidate Forums, head to the BIA-RRV YouTube page. Best of luck to all candidates. We are grateful to those who commit themselves to public service.
 

Advocacy Update
  • City of Horace Sanitary Sewer Notice - The city will no longer allow sanitary sewer to be connected to the televising sanitary sewer risers within the city of Horace.

  • Minnesota Legislative Session Ended May 19 - As time was dwindling, a lengthy omnibus bill was passed that included multiple provisions. Please note that there is still some time for Gov. Walz to sign or veto various bills and then we will know more information.

  • Building Industry Connect (pictured above) - BIA members had a great time building relationships with city staff from the city of Moorhead on May 15. It was a fantastic opportunity to meet newcomers and connect with those who have served Moorhead for years.

The latest Permits Plus is here!

Welcome to the second issue of Permits Plus sharing housing data for the F-M metro and neighboring communities. It includes:

  • Local 2024 building permits though March,
  • Current seasonally adjusted unemployment rates and mortgage rates and
  • Data from the National Association of Home Builders, plus much more.
 

BIA welcomes Hailey Bebler as member relations & office coordinator

The BIA-RRV officially welcomed Hailey Bebler to the team as the new member relations & office coordinator on May 16.

 

Hailey is a Moorhead native who currently resides in Fargo with her 3-year-old Siamese cat, Este.

 

She is working towards earning her bachelor's degree in digital media management with an emphasis in advertising and public relations through online courses at Minnesota State University Moorhead. 

Happy Hour highlights

The first BIA Happy Hour of 2024 was a sunshine-filled success! Our host Fargo Glass and Paint Company welcomed fellow members with delicious food from Holy Smokes Que and Catering and cold beer from Icewind Brewing.

 

Check out all the highlights by clicking below, and mark your calendar for Happy Hour at Hebron Brick Supply Aug. 8 and Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Oct. 10. These fun-filled, free events are an excellent way to network with your building industry peers.
 

Remodelers Council Picnic recap

We celebrated May as National Home Remodeling Month May 22 by hosting our Remodelers Council Picnic! Special thanks to Title Sponsor ABC Supply Co. Inc. and Water Sponsor JG Services LLC.

 

Check out the highlights and find out who won the $1,000 tool door prize compliments of ABC Supply Co!
 

Thank you to our

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Interested in being a 2024 VIP?

Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.

 

Tell me something good

Do you have good news?

New hire? Promotions? Fun facts? Opportunities?

We want to know: email it to Annie Mund. We will share it here.

 

Upcoming Events

June 13 Herdina Camp Contractor Breakfast Herdina Construction Trades Camp volunteers, supporters and sponsors are invited to attend this appreciation breakfast with the students!

 

It's relaxed, fun and low key, and a chance to get to know and make connections with your future workforce. We'll enjoy breakfast and get to know each other through speed networking. 
 

June 14 Herdina Camp Graduation Herdina Construction Trades Camp parents, guardians, families, volunteers, supporters and sponsors are invited to attend our graduation ceremony to celebrate with the students.

 

Camp organizers will share highlights from the two-week camp, students will receive their certificates and scholarships will be announced.
 

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. It is free for BIA-RRV members.
 

July 18 (sold out) and Aug. 15 (sold out) BIA Golf Outings Our most popular member events are coming, brought to you by Forest Products Direct!

 

You can still sponsor and put your name in front of hundreds of building industry members. Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
 

Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley

(formerly Home Builders Association of F-M)

1802 32nd Ave S | Fargo ND 58103
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