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Extra! Extra! Read All About it! As part of Housing First Minnesota, we’re launching a new publication, Housing Industry News, to bring high-quality information and updates to our entire industry and strengthen our collective voice. The first issue of Housing Industry News was delivered to thousands of mailboxes across the state this week. Did you get your copy? View the e-version here >>
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Be a part of the Housing Movement!BATC’s advocacy program is rebranded as Housing First Minnesota!
Our new name reflects that we are the first resource on housing issues, and ties to our strategic goal to elevate housing as a top issue that policy makers and influencers consider. In the courts, in city halls and at the Capitol, we are now Housing First Minnesota, your advocacy team. Be a part of the Housing Movement! Catch all the action by following us on Twitter, Facebook,
and subscribe to our blog.
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Artisan Home Tour Knocked it out of the ParkThe 4th annual Artisan Home Tour took off in early June with 19 new homes and two remodeled homes open the final weekend. We’re pleased to report that our traffic continues to grow. This year the new homes hit an average of 2,453 visits per home, which is up 56 percent over 2016, and remodeled homes averaged 740 visits over the final three days, for a 125% increase over 2016. We had just shy of 50,000 total visits across the 21 homes. Thanks to our sponsors (Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Shaw Stewart, James Hardie, Marvin Windows & Doors, Granite-Tops and Twin Cities Closet
Company), and a huge thank you to all the participating Builders and Remodelers. Read all about them at ArtisanHomeTour.org.
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3 Things You Need to Know- FORE! We still have a few spots available for the BATC Open. Register here >>
- Are you the best? Builder, Remodeler, Associate of the Year and the Rising Star—entry/nominations are due July 7th!. Details here >>
- Don't miss the parade! There's still time to enter the Fall Parade of Homes and Remodelers Showcase. There will be a late fee, but better late than never! Learn more >>
BATC News
This Week's BATC-Related Headlines
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Condo liability law loosened
Housing First Minnesota's David Siegel talks about the new law that will help condo and town home development. Read more >> Introducing Housing First Minnesota
Both the Star Tribune and the Pioneer Press took notice of our advocacy program's name change.
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BATC Foundation Breaks Ground!The BATC Foundation held a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday with build partner, Lennar Minnesota, to launch its latest project—the construction of a brand new home that will be donated to the Minnesota Assistance Council for
Veterans (MACV). The home will be MACV’s first home that can support not only veterans who are experiencing homelessness, but house their families too.
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Court of Appeals Hears Major Court Case Wednesday, the Minnesota Court of Appeals heard arguments in the Woodbury v. Harstad case. At issue in the case is whether local governments can force developers to pay for road improvements outside of proposed developments. Housing First Minnesota, NAHB, and Rochester developer Frank Kottschade joined as amicus curiae, understanding the case could
have precedent-setting implications to the industry. A decision is expected by late summer.
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Speaker Daudt Meets with BATC Leadership InstituteSpeaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives, Kurt Daudt, stopped by BATC's Leadership Institute last Tuesday to share his insights on leadership opportunities and challenges. Daudt stressed the need to surround yourself with a hard-working team and mentioned the importance of a work-life balance in order to be the best you can be. This was part of the BATC Leadership Institute's final class. See below for details on how to register for next year's series.
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Subscribe to the Blog!Subscribe to our weekly blog updates to receive the latest articles and more, right in your inbox. The blog updates are sent out every Friday!
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Mid-Year Housing Economic SummitThis half-day summit starts with breakfast, followed by a legislative update on home ownership initiatives, an informative review of Minnesota demographic trends by the MN State Demographer, a panel discussion by builders and realtors on the housing market/industry and outlook for the future, and an insightful overview of US and Minnesota economic trends by experienced economist, Ed Kashmarek. Some of the sessions have been approved for real estate continuing education credits.
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Join Us for Housing Day at the Fair!Save August 28th for Housing Day at the Fair! We're excited to be partnering with the Minnesota REALTORS, Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS and the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS for Housing Day at the Fair. This fun event is a great chance for us to show our industry pride and elevate housing all while having fun with our friends and families!
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Now Enrolling Our Next Leaders!BATC is now accepting applications for up to 18 students to enroll and participate in the next BATC Leadership Institute series—starting this September. The Leadership Institute is aimed at the up-and-coming next leaders within BATC member companies. Applications are being accepted through July 21.
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What a Blast at the BATC BASH!
We had so much fun with everyone who came out to the BATC Bash last week! It was a beautiful day for food, friends, prizes and puppies. Thank you for being a member! Check out even more photos from the Bash here >>
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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June 28
- EPA Lead Renovator Course [Register]
July 7
- Builder, Remodeler, Associate of the Year Entry Due [Details]
- Rising Star Nominations Due [Details]
July 19
- Mid-Year Housing Economic Summit [Details]
July 28
- Reggie entry deadline [Details]
- Bennie Entry Deadline [Details]
August 3
- BATC Golf Open (limited PM spots remain) [Register]
August 4
- Robert L. Hanson Lifetime Achievement Award nomination deadline [Details]
August 25
- Trillium Entry Deadline [Details]
August 28
- Housing Day at the Fair [Register] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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