January 15, 2019
#1 Legislative Session Kicks Off, Industry Issues Front & Center
Tuesday marks the beginning of a new legislative session. It will be a busy and important session for SAHBA and its members.

As previously reported, we are working to secure long-term water supplies for the Groundwater Replenishment District through the Drought Contingency Plan process. While the efforts to secure “developer mitigation” water looks unlikely, we have a strong commitment for a separate agreement once DCP is complete. This is the key dynamic. Will the legislature work to ensure DCP gets done in a manner which is consistent with the Governor’s request?

The future availability of water for growth depends on this issue. Additionally, we will be working to limit the number of lawsuits against builders as well as working to improve the resolution process for builders and subcontractors in construction defect cases. 
#2 Spotlight Member - Bob & Paula Trotter
This week's "Spotlight" Member is Bob & Paula Trotter of California Closets.

Bob & Paula opened their first California Closets in 2001 off of Grant & I-10. That location eventually moved to Orange Grove & I-10, just behind the Costco. Their second showroom opened in 2013 in Gallery Row, but has recently moved to a new location in Plaza Colonial. California Closets is a family run business, as Bob & Paula have their son, Ryan and their daughter, Tori, helping to run things.

Whether you’d like to add a wall bed to your home office so it can also function as a guest room, or you’d like a statement-making custom entertainment center in your living room, their expert team will work closely with you to create a solution that’s perfectly tailored to your needs and style.

Click Here to learn more about how you can get organized in 2019!
#3 Interest Rates Decline Amid Fed's Messaging
Interest Rates Decline Amid Fed's Messaging

The housing slowdown continued into the New Year, as markets grappled with an evolving monetary policy outlook and a federal government shutdown. Home builder confidence, as measured by the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, declined four...

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#4 Membership Pays for Itself When You Sign Up for Workers Comp 
Did you know SAHBA Members can save up to 25% on their Workers’ Compensation? The amount of savings likely exceeds the annual cost of membership.

In addition to saving thousands of dollars members can also take advantage of the comprehensive resources available through the National Safety Council (NCS).

Member benefits include audit assistance, claims management, NCS certification classes, OSHA compliance courses, specialty vehicle and defensive driving courses, assistance with safety manual development, mock OSHA inspections, and much more! Training courses can also be tailored to meet your firm’s individual needs. Insurance savings coupled with assistance in navigating the complexities of training requirements and standards is an unbeatable combination!

Contact  Ben Garland at (480) 719-4100  to get a no obligation insurance quote or  Carly Baez at (602) 264-2394  for more information on the resources available through the National Safety Council.
#5 If Your New Year’s Resolution Involves Getting More Business, Join the BRE
The Business Referral Exchange does just that…members exchange referrals for the purpose of helping other members get more business.

BRE consists of 20-25 representatives from different professions who meet the 1 st and 3 rd Tuesday’s at 7:30a at SAHBA. Currently, they are looking for a plumber, landscaper, window company and pool/spa company to participate.

If you fit one of these descriptions the next meeting is February 5. If you know of someone who fits this description, encourage them to attend. Non-members can attend twice before being required to become a member. We’re confident they will see value. In fact, two new companies signed up at the most recent meeting. 
Other News...
Mark Your Calendars
Jan 21 - MLK Holiday (SAHBA office closed)

Jan 25 - Annual Awards Luncheon

Jan 28 - PAC Meeting

More Member Benefits
NAHB Discount Programs

As a benefit of being a member, you have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies. All programs, rates and prices are subject to change without notice.
NAHB members can access each program using the co-branded links below, or  download an overview of all discounts  including phone numbers and program codes.
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