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1. HomeFront February 2012 The Official Publication of the Home Builders Association Manatee-Sarasota Greetings HBA Members… 2012 is going to be better than 2011!... That’s our story and we’re sticking to it! at Executive Board President: Michael Rego, John Cannon Homes The annual Parade of Homes is shaping up to be the largest in several years with over 60 model, development, and subcontractor entries! The Parade runs this year from February 18th – March 4th and is open to both Builder and Associate Members. Additionally, entrants will be listed on the Florida Home Builders Parade of Homes website: www.floridaparadeofhomes.com Save the date! The Parade of Homes Awards Event will be on March 1st from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM at The Lake Club. Also, the Parade of Homes Realtor Breakfast and preview will be on February 17th. This event gives all of 1st Vice President: David Hunihan, Neal Communities 2nd Vice President: Melissa Shapiro, Bradenton Herald Treasurer: Jaclyn Ohman, Baron Construction Secretary: Drew Smith, Two Trails Immediate Past President: Mike Kramer, John Neal Homes Immediate 2nd Vice President: Missy Weishaar, Waste Management Executive Vice President: Alan Anderson, HBAMS our realtor friends an opportunity to visit the model homes prior to the judging the following day. We need drivers and judges! – Call Beverly ASAP to help! Upcoming Events The International Builders Show February 8th – 11th 2/8 - 2/11 International Builders Show 2/13 Sarasota GA 2/15 Associate & Trades Council 2/16 Remodelers Council, Member Mixer, Young Builders Network Mixer 2/17 Parade of Homes Realtor Breakfast 2/18 - 3/4 Annual Parade of Homes 2/21 Green Building Council 2/23 Membership Committee 3/1 Parade of Homes Award Presentation 3/8 Member Mixer (NEED HOST) The International Builders Show is being held at the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive in Orlando for the last time before heading west to Las Vegas for five years. Now is your chance to see all the latest and greatest development in construction technology, materials, productions and tools. Don’t miss this chance to walk the show floor and attend the numerous seminars being held. The HBA-sponsored Future Builders of America will be taking 150+ FBA students from Manatee and Sarasota County school districts to the show on Thursday, February 9th. This is a much anticipated field trip for our FBA Students. A special thanks to Jenny Malone and 2-10 Warranty for their assistance in getting all of our students, instructors and chaperones guest passes for the show. Visit the HBA website for more details on how to register: www.hbamanantee-sarasota.org/events

2. at Hot Topic: Curbing Unlicensed & Unpermitted Work! Protect yourself and others! The HBA is currently involved in promoting the local efforts of our Remodelers Council and Manatee and Sarasota County Building Departments, who have partnered with FHBA, BOAF and CLOAF at the state level to help curb the unlicensed and unpermitted work currently going on in our community. The work by these unlicensed contractors is truly a LIFE & SAFTEY issue that leaves the home owner liable for all the costs -- including fines, multiple permit fees, and in some cases loss of reimbursement of insurance claims -- when submitted for damages. Everyone can help by reporting any activity that you suspect is being done by unlicensed contractors or unpermitted workers. Report suspicious activity: Sarasota County: 941-861-5000 Manatee County: 941-742-5800 DPBR in Tallahassee: 1-866-532-1440 Check out new photos of the YBN’s Duffer’s Open Who is in your circle of influence? Who are the people that you are doing business with on a regular basis? These are the people we want you to talk to about membership. Need help recruiting? Contact the HBA office or any of our board members. Membership is the LIFE BLOOD of the association and we can only make this happen if you help with the people YOU know! Think membership and DO BUSINESS WITH A MEMBER! THANKS! Find event photos on facebook.com/HBAManateeSarasota FHBA Legislative Day HBA State Directors return from meeting with representatives in Tallahassee Each year, several members of our HBA state directors and our GA chairs make a trek north to Tallahassee to meet with our district senator and state representatives during legislative session. This year, Bill Smock, Bud Swindell, Mike Rahn, Mark Hawkins and Alan Anderson made the trip. They attended a legislative reception at the FHBA Housing Center on January 24th, where a few of our state representatives stopped by. Rep. Jim Boyd, District 68, spoke with us about the priorities for the HBA and FHBA and we asked that he support us on them. Earlier in the day, we met with Gov. Rick Scott and a large group of state directors from around Florida in the City of Tallahassee Commission Chambers. The governor spoke for about 20 minutes and touched on a Bill Smock at FHBA Legislative Day in Tallahassee couple of housing issues; he mentioned the various pockets of positive new home construction, highlighting the efforts of Neal Communities here in Manatee and Sarasota Counties. He also encouraged all those present to continue to meet with our legislators, inform them of the issues and stay involved in the process. Warranties for new Homes, Remodels, Light Commercial, Systems & Appliances 2-10 HBW is Celebrating 30 Years in Business Contact Jenny Malone 239.248.0155 jmalone@2-10.com Governor Rick Scott addresses State Directors during a joint meeting in Tallahassee

3. at Rummage Sale to Benefit Homes for Our Troops Community involvement grows in response to the HBA’s donation! The Homes For our Troops project is gaining momentum in the Parrish Community. Several groups have contacted the HBA wanting to partner with our efforts to furnish this home built for US Army SSG Juan Roldan. Faith Lutheran Church will conduct a Rummage Sale on Friday and Saturday, February 17 & 18. Let us know if you wish to donate any household items or have a group that wants to join in on this project. The goal is to raise $25,000 to furnish this home. Proceeds will go to establish a store credit at DeSears Appliance and Furniture. FridayMay 4th Education: 7 Free CEU’s Register for the April 17th Class in Venice, FL The class will feature the new advanced building code and mitigation techniques, inspections and DFS/OIR Form B1-1802. It is sponsored by FHBA and BOAF and open to ALL. Licensed contractors will receive 7 CEU’s upon completion. HBA Annual Spring Fling Golf Tournament Register online: http://bit.ly/ycUTEZ Mark your calendars now... Member Mixer We need sponsors and foursomes! Contact Us Home Builders Association Manatee-Sarasota 8131 Lakewood Main Street, Suite 207 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 Office: (941) 907-4133 Fax: (941) 907-4134 Executive Vice President Alan Anderson Ext. 304 Deputy Executive VP Beverly Smock Ext. 303 Membership & Events Director Elizabeth MacDonald Ext. 309 www.hbmanatee-sarasota.org Facebook.com/HBAManateeSarasota For more information visit: www.homesforourtroops.org What’s the best way to reach our members? Sponsoring the HBA’s Home Front newsletter is an easy and affordable way to promote your business to our members each month! For sponsorship information and pricing, contact Elizabeth at 907-4133 x. 309 or elizabeth@hbamanatee-sarasota.org