Housing First Minnesota Responds to Star Tribune Editorial
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In "Street funding woes need state response" (Sept. 22), the Star Tribune Editorial Board omitted several important facts about who pays for new development, including needed public infrastructure such as streets and utilities. The landmark Harstad vs. Woodbury case is about the total absence of any statutory authority under which municipalities can properly impose fees on developers for unspecified road improvements that may be needed elsewhere in the city, totally unrelated to a planned development. The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a district court decision that found Woodbury lacked such
authority and that its major roadway assessment violated state law. "By shifting to a discussion about expanding a city's authority, the Star Tribune misses the major point, and conveniently omits the fact that Woodbury violated state law. In fact, records obtained from the city confirm its awareness that Woodbury's assessment policy lacked legal authority." -David Siegel, Executive Director of Housing First Minnesota and BATC
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3 Things You Need to Know1. House Committee Passes Housing-Related Legislation During a special September meeting, the Minnesota House Job Growth and Energy Affordability Policy and Finance Committee reviewed three bills of interest to Minnesota’s housing industry. Read more >> 2. Are your subs really subcontractors or should they be considered employees? Don't wonder, get the facts at the Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable on Oct. 4 More details >> 3. New Member Benefits The Sample CIC Maintenance Plan for Townhomes prepared by BATC and Housing First Minnesota is available free-of-charge to members in an editable format and can be modified to meet the individual needs of each project. In addition to the Sample CIC Maintenance Plan, BATC members can access important regulatory and legal information on BATC.org’s new Regulatory & Legal Briefs members-only page.
Housing Industry News Coming Your WayCheck your mailboxes for the second issue of Housing Industry News. Read from front-to-back for all the top housing stories from across Minnesota. Can't wait for the paper version? Digital stories are now live!
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Final Weekend of the Parade of Home and Remodelers Showcase
We've had a lot of media coverage as we head into the final weekend of the Parade. - Fox 9 discusses the First Time Homebuyer Savings Account with David Siegel Watch here >>
- Fox 9 talks with Tim Fohr, Lennar, about next generation homes Watch here >>
- WCCO features Ron Clark Construction and Landmark Building Watch here >>
And it's the only weekend of the Remodelers Showcase.
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Over the summer, the U.S. surpassed 2 million HERS rated homes, with rated homes in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. According to research done by the National Renewable Energy Lab, HERS rated homes made up 22 percent of all new homes in 2016. More than 10,000 energy-rated homes have received a Green Path Home Performance Report in Minnesota.
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Clay Shoot: Registration & Sponsorship OpportunitiesA handful of sponsorships are still available! Contact Nicole for more information. And don't forget to register to join the shooters.
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Small Volume Builders & Remodelers RoundtableAre your subs really subcontractors or should they be considered employees? Don't wonder, get the facts at the Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable on Oct. 4. Sponsored by Fireside Hearth and Home
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KickStart Your MembershipGrab a drink or a snack and let us help you KickStart your BATC membership. Members old and new are welcome to join us on Oct. 11 to discover how to best use BATC's consumer marketing, effective ways to connect and network and more!
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Green Path Energy Efficiency ConferenceThis year's Energy Efficiency Conference will take place on Thursday, Oct. 12 at BATC. Join us to learn what makes a high-performance house, including the science that assures houses are healthy, durable and energy efficient. It will cover material, adaptability, resiliency, affordability and what makes a good design.
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Join us at THE Networking event of the YearThe BIG Night early bird tickets are available through Oct. 12 for $85. We'll come together and celebrate the industry and the great work that you do by presenting our award recipients. Jason DeRusha will be back to emcee once again!
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2018 Nominees for BATC Board of Directors
Our nominating committee has put forth the following slate for our 2018 Board of Directors. We'll need your vote. Your ballot will be emailed soon. Executive Board: President: Tom Wiener, Cardinal Homebuilders, Inc.
Builder Vice President: John Rask, M/I Homes
Associate Vice President: Dennis Galligan, In-Focus Systems
Immediate Past President: Bob Michels, Michels Homes
Past Associate Vice President: Charlie Bradburn, ABC-Millwork Division
Treasurer: Gary Kraemer, John Kraemer & Sons, Inc.
Secretary: Carla Warner, Warners' Stellian Co, Inc. Board Committee and Committee Chairs: Public Policy: Bill Burgess, Lennar (second year of two begins in January)
Remodelers Council: James Julkowski, Julkowski, Inc. (second year of two begins in January)
Parade of Homes: Tim Fohr, Lennar (second year of two begins in January)
Small Volume Builders: Art Pratt, Pratt Homes (second year of two begins in January)
Large Volume Builders: James Slaikeu, D.R. Horton, Inc. - Minnesota (second year of two begins in January)
Membership: Pattie Martin, Twin City Fireplace & Stone Company, Inc. (first year of two begins in January)
Artisan Home Tour: Scott Busyn, Great Neighborhood Homes, Inc. (second year of two begins in January) Past
Past Presidents Advisory Council: Rich Riemersma, Zawadski Homes, Inc. (one year) At Large: Todd Stutz, Robert Thomas Homes, Inc. (first year of two begins in January)
At Large: Ron Smith, Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co. (second year of two begins in January)
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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2017
September 9 - October 1
- Parade of Homes
September 29 - October 1
- Remodelers Showcase
October 3
- Clay Shoot [Register]
October 4
-Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable with Charlie Durenberger [Register]
October 11
- Member KickStart [Register]
October 12
- MN Green Path Energy Efficiency Conference [Register]
October 18
- EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course [Register]
October 26
- The BIG Night [Register]
November 15
- BATC Buck Auction [Register]
December 11
-EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course [Register] 2018
January 10
- BATC Hospitality Event at IBS [Register]
January 18
- Launch Party
April 12
- Builders and Remodelers Show (BRS) [Details] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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