September 4, 2018
FROM THE PRESIDENT/CEO
Sacramento New Homes Facebook Page 
Mike Strech 
The Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) strives for innovation in everything they do.  They consistently ask, how can we be more advanced and unique? Earlier this year, an SMC committee was formed to address a need for change regarding the Sacramento Home Tour.  The Builder Marketing Committee (BMC) brainstormed and came up with a new way for builders to market their events; what was Sacramento Home Tour will now be the Sacramento New Homes Facebook page. 

The Sacramento New Homes page will be updated with content throughout the year promoting events, featured content and homebuyer interest articles. This page is free to builders members of the BIA and will be funded through limited sponsorship from an associate member. 

The page is designed to be a one-stop-shop for homebuyers that are looking to buy new homes in the Sacramento area. With a healthy combination of builder marketing and consumer interest articles, the BMC hopes to educate buyers on the benefits of owning a home and why new homes are a great option. 

SMC Chair, Mo Rahim, expressed his excitement about the new page, "Converting the Sacramento Home Tour Facebook page to the Sacramento New Homes Page will be a great opportunity to get new homes to consumers throughout the year. I think there is great potential to reach new prospective buyers at no cost to builders." 

The Sacramento New Homes page is a welcome new edition to the resources that North State BIA provides to its members. I encourage everyone to like and share this Facebook page so we can extend our reach throughout the Sacramento area.  We are excited about this new opportunity and we hope that all builders will submit posts and get involved. If you have questions about Sacramento New Homes email Morgan. 


 Michael Strech  
2018 BIA President/ CEO 


GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
City of Roseville Seeks Various Commissioners
The City of Roseville is now accepting applications from citizens interested in serving on the Board of Appeals, Economic Development Advisory Committee, and Grants Advisory Commission. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, September 14. More information about the vacancies can be found  here.
 
SACOG MTP/SCS Workshops with the Public
SACOG is currently taking community input regarding the future of the region's economy, housing, transportation, and planning. Community members are encouraged to participate online or in person. There are still three workshops left: September 4th in Placer County, September 6th in Sutter County, and September 8th in El Dorado County. More details, including the link to the online survey, can be found  here.
 
Sacramento Valley Housing Survey to Influence Regional Housing Policy
Cities, counties and housing authorities throughout the Sacramento Valley are collaborating on a regional housing and economic opportunity study and are looking to get community input. The survey focuses on housing challenges and changes that people would like to see in their neighborhoods. Along with the survey, the Sacramento Valley Fair Housing Collaborative is offering community meetings and focus groups. More information, including a link to the survey, can be found  here.
 
South Sacramento Habitat Conservation Plan (SSHCP) Update
The SSHCP aims to streamline  federal and state permitting processes for SSHCP-covered development and infrastructure projects while protecting habitat, open space and agricultural lands. It is led by a multi-jurisdiction collaboration that includes Sacramento County, the cities of Rancho Cordova and Galt, the Sacramento County Water Agency, the Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, and the Capital SouthEast Connector Joint Powers Authority.

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors considered adoption of the SSHCP on August 8th, and ultimately continued the item to their September 11th meeting. The Board instructed staff to report back on Governance, General Plan Policy AG-5, and Plan Boundary.

MEMBER SERVICES
MAME 43 
We are only two weeks away from MAME 43.  This is your final opportunity to register for tickets and enjoy the "Academy Awards" of the building industry. The Award Finalists can be found here. The attire for the event is black & white cocktail/formal. 

Dinner Entree Options to select during registration process -
Braised Short Rib with Red Wine Demi, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables (Gluten-Free), OR
Vegetarian - Market Vegetable Pot Pie with a Golden Buttery Crust (is NOT Gluten-Free)

Staying overnight?   Here is link to discounted room rate at the Sheraton Grand   

Register Today for the Following BIA Events
Click here  to view more 2018 BIA events.

THANK YOU TO OUR WORKSHOP SPEAKERS! 
We want to give a big thanks to the speakers at last weeks Employees vs Independent Contractors workshop speakers.  We appreciate you running this workshop, sharing your knowledge and expertise with us! 

Ryan Kagarakis with Brown and Brown Insurance
Katerine Sandberg with Fisher Phillips 
Brian Laney with EPIC Insurance Brokers



The Idea District 
Unlike Any Talk You Will Have This Week  

At The Idea District we open discussions that make you think outside the box.  Be a part of innovative conversations by inserting your thoughts or just listening and observing.  On September 20th we will be having a new discussion at ONS LaunchPad about Space and Place.  Our three speakers work with taking different types of space and making them a place.  Bring your creative thinking and leave this night feeling inspired.   
The conversation will be facilitated by Tristan Osborn, Cobblestone Placemaking and will feature: 

 

-Ed Chandler, Loftgardens Landscape Architecture 

-James Roberts, TAYNER Tiny House Architecture

-Jose Di Gregorio, Muralist and Public Art  

 

For more information, see our Eventbrite page. 

SPIRIT OF 75
Reserve your 1/4 page Company Profile Now! 
Don't miss the last chance to have your company featured in the 75th Anniversary Commemorative Book.  We only have 1/4 page company profiles left:
Actual rendering of the 75th anniversary book
  • 1/4 page - $500, limited to 8 
Deadline for submitting materials needed for company profile pages is September 5. 

The Commemorative Book will be a hard bound, keepsake coffee table book highlighting 75 historic events, insights and accomplishments throughout the past 75 years of the home building industry, recognizing the Diamond Anniversary of the North State BIA. 
More information can be found here or by emailing Angela.  

The book will be available in November for $50 each, just in time for holiday gift-giving.   Great for lobby reading and display. 

We Want to Hear From You  
North State BIA is keeping the Spirit of 75 alive throughout the next year.  We want to share your BIA experiences.  If you have an anecdote about the BIA or some photos you want shared, please email  Morgan. 

NORTH STATE BUILDING INDUSTRY FOUNDATION
Shaping Tomorrow's Workforce 
Sierra Community College, in partnership with Valley Vision and the North State Building Industry Association, is excited to announce its upcoming event - Shaping the Construction Talent Pipeline on September 7th, 2018 at Sierra Community College. This meeting will provide construction industry employers and community college training providers solutions to address the immediate needs in the region, as well as an opportunity to start exploring the role of the community college and their response to evolving construction work skills.
Topics will include:
·         Short-term solutions, such as boot camps
·         How to connect with potential employees
·         Commitments from industry and education to prepare for future labor shifts 
 and needs
 Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP via Eventbrite.

Foundation Begins Event Season!
Every year the Foundation attends events across the region to promote careers in the trades. Last year we attended 40 events, and we hope to attend even more this year! Most recently, Foundation staff attended La Familia's Job and Career Fair and the Tri-County Job Fair. If you know of upcoming events, or would like to have the Foundation at your event, please contact Jessalyn San Gregorio at  bifadmin@northstatebia.org 

HOMEAID SACRAMENTO
Thank You to Our Trap Shoot Sponsors! 
The annual Trap Shoot fundraiser by HomeAid Sacramento is always jammed-packed with exciting competition, fun games and great food!  Over 80 teams participated in the sold out event on Friday, August 24th, 2018.  Bryce Robicheau, with Citadel Roofing and Solar chaired this event for the sixth straight year in a row. Please see our Press Release to read more about the great event this year.  
J.R. Pierce Plumbing - Second Place
Ames Grenz - First Place
Odd Squad - Third Place 













Meritage Homes - Fifty Shades of Amazing "Save the Clay" 
Trap Shooters pose for a picture, ready for a day of fun and charity


















Don't Miss a Chance to Ride at Cycling for a Better Tomorrow! 
Cycling for a Better Tomorrow is coming up on September 29th.  This event helps raise money for HomeAid Sacramento, as well as the Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation. 

Cycling for a Better Tomorrow starts at McBean Park in Lincoln, CA. There are three courses which allow riders of all skill levels to participate. Come support a great cause and have fun riding your bike through the beautiful Sierra Nevada Foothills.  To register and pick your course click  here . 
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