Tim Pawlenty Meets With BATC-Housing First MinnesotaHe's only been in the race for about one month, but he has had the job before. Former Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R, Eagan) met with BATC-Housing First Minnesota leadership on Friday to discuss a variety of housing issues and his campaign to become Minnesota's governor once again. Among the many topics discussed were Minnesota's regulatory environment, the construction workforce shortage, and the role of the Metropolitan Council. This meeting rounded out BATC-Housing First Minnesota's meetings with all of
the major gubernatorial candidates. Since they started in July, the leadership group has met with 11 candidates, including the six major candidates remaining in the race.
3 Things You Need to Know1. Golf is right around the corner! Registration opens May 2 for the 2018 Golf Open and Foundation Golf Open. These events sell out quickly, so watch your email for more details coming soon! 2. Attention trend spotters! Share your opinion on this year's home design hits and misses. Share your opinion or pass this survey on to your interior designer. Take the survey >> 3. Spring Road Restriction Update. BATC-Housing First Minnesota’s advocacy team has continued its discussions with MnDOT on the status of the seasonal load limit restrictions currently in place. Read more >>
BATC-Housing First Minnesota News
Avivo’s remodeled recovery apartments help families stay together MinnPost covered the Avivo apartments that have been transformed by the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Crystal Kitchens and The Kingdom Builders. These apartments will have a huge impact on the lives of the residents going through treatment.
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In tight market, some choose to renovate
Builders say it's a busy time for remodeling The Southwest Journal covers the spring remodeling market and interviews David Siegel, executive director of BATC-Housing First Minnesota.
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Governor’s Housing Task Force To Host Twin Cities Regional Meetings
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Gov. Mark Dayton created the Housing Affordability Task Force in December. The task force, which is examining the high cost of housing in Minnesota, is comprised of affordable housing developers, housing industry experts from the nonprofit and private sectors, local government officials, state legislators, business leaders and housing advocates. As part of the Task Force’s efforts to seek public input, there will be two public input meetings in the Twin Cities this spring.
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Labor Shortage Discussions Continue
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Representatives from BATC-Housing First Minnesota were on hand this morning as Kyle Hartung of Boston-based Jobs for the Future presented “The Future Can’t Wait: The Imperative of Industry/Education Partnerships to Meet the Needs of the Future Workforce.”
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Kickstart your membership!June 13, 2018 | BATC-Housing First Minnesota | 3:30-5 p.m. Join us for Kickstart, our member event built to help you make the most out of your membership. Members old and new are welcome to attend. Plus, it's free to attend!
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Join us for the Member Bash!June 19, 2018 | BATC-Housing First Minnesota | 3-6 p.m. Come on down so we can celebrate you! We encourage all our members to spend a few hours just enjoying the company of other BATC-Housing First Minnesota members. There will be giveaways, Member Bucks, prizes, food and ... puppies!
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More than 500 Attended the Foundation's Hearts in Housing Gala!
The BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation held its 2018 Hearts in Housing Gala on Saturday. More than 500 attendees embraced the Foundation Derby theme and showed how much this industry cares about giving back to our communities by raising over $200,000. Thank you all for your generosity!
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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2018
June 8 - 24
- Artisan Home Tour
June 13
-Kickstart [Register]
June 19
- Member Bash [Register]
August 2
- Golf Open [Register starting May 2]
August 8
-Kickstart [Register]
September 8-30
-Fall Parade of Homes
September 18
- Foundation Golf Open [Register starting May 2]
September 28-30
-Fall Remodelers Showcase For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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