September 12, 2018
#1 Golf Outing is Major Success, Big Winner is Charity
Thank you to those who helped make the 2018 Annual Charity Golf Classic one of the best golf outings ever! Special thanks to title Sponsors Southwest Gas and Land Advisors. (click here for a full list of sponsors).

Thank you to Committee Co-Chairs Scott Aguilar of Eagle Roofing and Matt Minder of Southwest Gas, as well as the entire volunteer committee members for their tremendous efforts.

This year, the primary beneficiary of the outing will be TMM Family Services. TMM does exceptional work in the community and has been a long-time partner with SAHBA.

In addition to TMM, charitable and community building efforts that will benefit from the event proceeds are: Southern Arizona Construction Career Days, Southern Arizona Defense Alliance, Ward 4 Back-to-School Bash, SkillsUSA, Sun Corridor and others. 
#2 Home Builders Meet with BOR Commisioner on H2O
Last week, SAHBA President David Godlewski joined colleagues at the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona (HBACA) to meet with Brenda Burman, Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation which oversees water resource management in the West, to discuss the Lower Basin Drought Contingency Plan (LBDCP).

As previously referenced, is a multi-state plan that is intended to mitigate effects of a shortage on Lake Mead. This is important to not just home builders but any industry that relies on a growing population and growing economy.

SAHBA and HBACA seek to ensure there is enough water for the Ground Water Replenishment district an important tool to provide water for many new subdivisions. Burman, who is from Arizona, is aware of industry objectives and her office is engaged in the LBDCP process. 
#3 Gary Sinise Foundation Honors Veteran
Tuesday, September 11 the Gary Sinise Foundation Walls of Honor Program hosted a wall signing event at the new "mortgage-free" home for US Army SFC Caleb Brewer (Ret.) who lost both legs while serving his country in Afghanistan. 

Several SAHBA members and staff were in attendance for this event. The home is being built by SAHBA member Hayes Construction.
#4 Member Spotlight - Jim Campbell
Jim Campbell of OasisTucson, is a local home builder and developer who has been building in the Tucson Metro area for more than 15 years. 
Jim also has extensive experience developing commercial real estate.

A SAHBA member for the past decade, Jim provides valuable input into the public policy efforts of SAHBA and also serves on the SAHBA PAC Board. His wealth of knowledge and willingness to give back to the industry provide an invaluable service to SAHBA staff and the success of our advocacy efforts.

You can learn more about Jim and OasisTucson at www.urbanmoment.com 
#5 Industry Loses a Fighter and Friend
We are deeply saddened to report Jim Kuliesh has passed away. Jim served as the President & CEO of the Alliance of Construction Trades from 1996 to 2016. Jim was a pillar in our community and passionately advocated for the interests of subcontractors and broader construction industry.

Jim made a name for himself as someone who was willing to defend his member interests even against seemingly insurmountable odds. Jim would likely say he didn’t win them all but his accomplish are impressive and too numerous to list. Aside from his flare as an orator, Jim was a kind-hearted and genuine man who really cared about “jobs, paychecks and kids.”

Jim worked closely with SAHBA on numerous policy issues including as a partner on pushing for impact fee relief during the downturn. While Jim’s presence will be missed we should all reflect back positively on his legacy and try to espouse his integrity and passion in our daily actions. 

Please keep Jim and his family in your thoughts and prayers. We will forward additional information as we receive it. 
Other News...
Pete Herder Memorial Service
Services will be held Saturday 9/22 at 10 am at the St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 5150 N Valley View Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718 
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