Forum Newsletter
  November 2018 
 
                                                                                        


         TOGETHER
SHAPING THE FUTURE.

The BNBA was proud to present a check in the amount of $2,500.00 on behalf of the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) on October 24th to Congressman Brian Higgins. Great support was present from the BNBA for this generous gift presentation. 

Thank you to Congressman Higgins for pushing us and Canada to get to the negotiating table on a Softwood Lumber Trade Agreement. 


        MEET THE BUILDER..GREAT SUCCESS!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
With about 70 attendees including 10 Builder Members,  the night was a huge success.The event was held  on Oct. 30th at Giancarlo's Restaurant. It featured n etworking, socializing, and Board Elections. 

Congratulations to the 5 new Members on the Board of Directors. The new Associate Members of the Board are: Linda Moskal and Ralph Basile. The new Builder Members  on the Board are Mark Longo, Mark Lotterer and Gail Plato.  
             NEW IMPROVEMENTS TO THE BNBA WEBSITE!

1. Now you can access each Town to inquire about 
   the town you need and click the link below. It will go right to their site. Phone, address,      forms are all there. 

2. "Contact us" page has been added in.  Address, phone number and linked email                    address is available for anyone to reach the BNBA office. 

If you have any suggestions, something you want to post or advertise, just let me know.  jretzlaff@conexbuff.com.
 
      
Vertical Banner ( Larger) - 120 x 240 pixels
$75 Per Year
Vertical Banner (Smaller) - 120 x 90 pixels
$50 Per Year
Real Estate Listings (model homes, existing homes, available lots)
Single $35
Multi  $25
Ad pricing is per year. Each ad is in a 10 ad rotation
     
                                                         
                                                EVENT BLOG:                                                                                                                           
                           BNBA is Hosting Brunch with Santa 
                            Place:   At the Protocol Restaurant, 
                                                      6766 Transit Rd, Amherst, 14221
                                          When:   December 2, 2018
                            Time:    10-1pm

* We will be collecting toys for TOYS FOR TOTS, so make sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to donate. 
                      Bring your children and/or grandchildren for some holiday joy      
                       DETAILS ARE SOON TO BE ANNOUNCED                       
                                 

ANNOUNCEMENT
 
NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) is hosting a webinar about three new workforce development funding opportunities on November 7, 2018, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. You can register for the webinar here: https://nyserda-events.webex.com/nyserda-events/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9c3571eb91cf370e6c44c5f0a0ffd117
 
These new workforce programs totaling $27.5 million will ensure that new employees have the right expertise, experience, and credentials to meet the clean energy industry's job demands: The Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training Program (PON 3981) will provide $7 million in funding for training providers to develop and deliver training at all levels to meet employer needs. The On-the-Job Training Program (PON 3982) will offer $10 million in wage support for clean energy businesses that hire new employees. The Clean Energy Internship Program (PON 4000) will invest $10.5 million to support intern wages for New York State businesses. 
 
For more information, feel free to contact wfinfo@nyserda.ny.gov.


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THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING SHOW IS IN FEBRUARY, WILL YOU BE THERE?

1220 Exhibitors will be there from New York, Michigan, Texas, Maine, Idaho, Hungary, China, just to name  few. Some of the Companies area Amerisink, Diamond Kote Building Products, Green Roof Solutions and even one from Bowmansville, NY - Bison Building Solutions. 

Interested in Education, here are some topis to be discussed:
1. A Designers Residence Inside and Out, What Makes the Cut.
2. Vlogging: A Hot Trend to Connect with Buyers
3. How to Use Virtual Reality to Market and Sell Homes
4. The 2019 Housing and Economic Outlook        
WHO'S SIDE ARE YOU ON?                                                                          
Housing plays a critical role in our local, regional and national economies. NAHB is officially endorsing congressional incumbents and candidates.

The NAHB endorses candidates so that we keep housing at the forefront of the senate. You can check on the NAHB website regularly to see updates about home builders involvement in the politacal arena.   

The maps show who NAHB is endorsing in your state or congressional district. See who the National Association of Home Builders are endorsing.  For more information


                                                     

               NYSBA Research & Education Foundation Offers a Sexual Harassment Training                                                           Program for All Members

NYSBA's has partnered with Benetech. They are a leader in employee benefit solutions. Online training is offered that will help all member companies to comply with New York State's new Sexual Harassment Training Law.

For more information on this new member benefit provided by NYSBA REF, please click here.

                                                                         
                                                                                                                                                                                   
                DID YOU KNOW THERE ARE 15 LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS?
                           
The New York State Builders Association (NYSBA) is composed of members from 15 local associations across the state. If you are a member of BNBA then you are a member of NYSBA. For all the associations and contacts in our area click here                       

                           Summary Building Permits for
                New Residential Single-Family Construction


September 2018 YTD
September 2017 YTD
Amherst
78
47
Buffalo
22
24
Cheektowaga
7
6
Clarence
114
135
Grand Island
37
26
Hamburg
106
83
Lancaster
54
40
Orchard Park
61
46
West Seneca
14
34
Total Units
493
441

                                             
                                           JUST FOR FUN COOKING TIP!
 
                                                       

                                            CLICK HERE FOR How to cook a perfect turkey!
Verify Your Information on the BNBA Website
The BNBA website is a source for members and the general public alike to learn about the association and its members. Help us ensure that it is making the right impression on visitors and promoting your business by verifying your company information. Please visit our membership directory  http://bnba.org/membership-directory/  and let us know if any updates need to be made to your information. 
                      Changes can be sent to jretzlaff@conexbuff.com . Thank you!
2018 BNBA Leadership Team
President - Patrick Tesmer Secretary - James Marrano
President Elect -  David Capretto
Treasurer - Jeff Naab
Vice President Susan Ballard Presidential Appointee - Jerry Szymanski
Immediate Past President - James Maloney Executive Officer - Joseph Benedict