Published every two weeks
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Formerly the HBA Happenings e-newsletter
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In observance of Memorial Day, BIA-RRV will close at noon Friday, May 24, and reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 28.
Summer hours run Memorial Day through Labor Day: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Thursday and 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday.
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IN THIS ISSUE
Advocacy Update: Primary Election June 11
Action: Encourage MN Sen. Rob Kupec to vote 'NO' on Worker Misclassification proposal
Association welcomes Paige Feeney to coordinate membership and events
BIA intern graduates with master's degree from NDSU
Organizers gear up for Herdina Construction Trades Camp in June
Parade of Homes wraps up six beautiful days
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Staffing updates and new email addresses
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A message from BIA-RRV CEO Bryce Johnson
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We have some important administrative updates to share, so I'm excited to kick off this edition of the Breakdown with a rundown of all the changes!
First, we're delighted to welcome Paige Feeney to the BIA-RRV team as our membership and events coordinator. Paige hit the ground running April 26 and is familiarizing herself with our operations. Learn more about her in the spotlight below.
May 15 (tomorrow), Hailey Bebler will join us as member relations & office coordinator. Keep an eye out for her introduction in an upcoming edition of the Breakdown.
May 17, we will bid farewell to our outstanding communications intern, Rose Marcellus, who is graduating and moving on to a full-time role at Border States. You can find more details about Rose's journey below. Our current office assistant, Annie Mund, will step into the role of communications intern for the summer. We'll share an introduction of her soon, too!
We're excited for these changes and the new energy they bring to our team!
Last but not least, all staff emails have officially changed. They are our first names plus the new domain, @buildrrv.org. The @hbafm.com email address will function, but please begin using the new email addresses at your earliest convenience.
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Primary Election: June 11, 2024! Your BIA-RRV has been following the races for Fargo City Commission, West Fargo City Commission, Horace City Council and Cass County Commission, hosting forums for Fargo, West Fargo and Horace this month. Recordings will be released soon.
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Action: Encourage Minnesota Senator Rob Kupec to vote 'NO' on Worker Misclassification proposal
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Association welcomes Paige Feeney as membership and events coordinator
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The BIA-RRV recently welcomed Paige Feeney to the team as the new membership and events coordinator. Paige is a mom of two boys, Easton and Kaden. Along with her partner Preston, they are a family of four based in Fargo. Paige earned her bachelor's degree in human development and family science with a minor in wellness from North Dakota State University.
She is excited to meet the BIA-RRV's members and dive into a position that will leverage her people skills, organizational abilities and creativity.
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BIA communications intern graduates with master's degree from NDSU
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Congratulations to Rose Marcellus who has served as the BIA-RRV's communications intern for the past year! On May 11, she graduated from North Dakota State University with a master's degree in communications. Rose also has a bachelor's degree in political science and international studies from Minnesota State University - Moorhead.
Her last day at BIA-RRV will be May 17 as she pursues her next adventure with Border States as a communication specialist. Rose will be responsible for content creation on social media, website and newsletter publication.
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Keep worksite debris under control
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With our high winds recently, there is an incredible amount of construction-site debris and trash blowing around the F-M metro community.
Please make every effort to keep your work-site debris under control so that it does not spread throughout the new developments and neighborhoods, giving our industry a black eye.
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Organizers gear up for Herdina Camp in June
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The 2024 Herdina Construction Trades Camp is nearly here! Camp is nearly full with 22 students! Help support this year's attendees by sponsoring a camper for just $800.
The service project will be to construct a restroom facility for Farm in the Dell in north Moorhead. Their mission is to serve people with developmental disabilities – adults, young and old – in a community farm setting.
Over the first two weeks in June, campers will also experience everything from safety and drafting to electrical, plumbing and HVAC. Click the link below to sponsor a camper or volunteer.
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Parade of Homes wraps up six beautiful days
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Thank you to everyone who visited the Parade of Homes Spring Edition! We had six beautiful days featuring 52 stunning homes constructed by our 26 builder participants and countless trade partners.
Hats off to sponsors Marvin, JT Lawn Services & Landscaping, Inc., First International Bank & Trust and Forum Communications Printing! And a special thanks to BIA-RRV volunteers, advertisers, supporters and staff for their efforts in producing this event!
Mark your calendars for the Parade of Homes Fall Edition slated for the last two weekends in September plus Mondays: Sept. 21-23 and 28-30.
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Thank you to our
2024 Very Invested Partners!
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Interested in being a 2024 VIP?
Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
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Do you have good news?
New hire? Promotions? Fun facts? Opportunities?
We want to know: email it to Rose Marcellus. We will share it here.
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Education from our partners
*Virtual or In-Person
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May 15 Building Industry Connect: Welcoming New Staff in Moorhead This is your chance to make connections and learn about what is happening on the Minnesota side of the river. Please join us for lunch as we meet the newer team members, as well as some that have served Moorhead for years. Thank you sponsor Cass County Electric Cooperative. Cost is $25 for BIA-RRV members and includes lunch.
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May 16 BIA Happy Hour We're putting some "happy" into your spring! Please join us for the BIA Happy Hour presented in partnership with Fargo Glass and Paint. We'll celebrate the warmer weather and the building season with food, drinks and dessert. Please register ahead of time letting us know who you'll be bringing! It is free for BIA-RRV members.
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May 22 Remodelers Council Picnic, brought to you by ABC Supply Co., Inc. Please join the BIA-RRV's Remodelers Council as we celebrate National Home Remodeling Month with a free picnic lunch. Bring your whole crew! Just make sure to register so we get enough food for all. An added bonus: ABC Supply Co is giving away a tool prize package valued at nearly $1,000! It is free for BIA-RRV members.
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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.
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July 18 (sold out) and Aug. 15 (limited spots remain) BIA Golf Outings Our most popular member events are coming, brought to you by Forest Products Direct!
Join us at the Hawley Golf and Country Club and connect with your fellow building industry members. Team registration: $640.
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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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