July 23, 2019
#1 Help Our Members with Your Vote
Help our members who have been nominated for the 2019 Readers Choice Awards secure a win!

Text to (520) 214-8683 . Put in the appropriate code ( red numbers below ) to send your vote.

You may vote only 1 time per day, per category.

Good luck to all our members!
(615) Best Referral Network: Rosie on the House
(870) Best Chamber: Tucson Metro Chamber
(250) Best Chamber of Commerce: Marana Chamber of Commerce
(836) Best Networking Group: SAHBA
(114) Best Banquet Facilities: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass
(848) Best Golf Course: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass
(115) Best Resort: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass
(222) Best Artificial Turf Company: Tucson Turf
(841) Best Blind Cleaning Service: The Blind Guys
(225) Best Cabinets & Countertops: A Handyman's Haven
(209) Best Carpet Cleaning Company: Steamy Concepts
(847) Best Carpet Cleaning Company: Zerorez
(932) Best Interior Designer: Casa Linda Design
(231) Best Landscaping Company: Valley Oasis Landscaping
(970) Best Mold Remediation: Steamy Concepts
(500) Best Ornamental Iron: Appleby's Ornamental Iron
(203) Best Patio Shades/Screen Company: Sunshine Experts
(874) Best Pool Repair: Patio Pools & Spas
(845) Best Pool Repair: Valley Oasis Pools, Spas & More
(875) Best Pool Service: Patio Pools & Spas
(235) Best Pool/Spa Builder: Patio Pools & Spas
(955) Best Remodeling Company: Re-Bath
(204) Best Retractable Awnings/Products: Sunshine Experts
(212) Best Roofing Company: West Coast Roofing
(205) Best Skylights: Sunshine Experts
(206) Best Solar Screens: Sunshine Experts
(208) Best Solar Systems Company: The Solar Store
(969) Best Tiles & Grout Cleaning Company: Steamy Concepts
(821) Best Water Treatment Company: Kinetico Water Systems
(201) Best Window Treatment Company: The Blind Guys
(251) Best Bank/Credit Union: Pima Federal Credit Union
(849) Best Massage/Spa: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass
(817) Best Local Custom Builder: John Wesley Miller Companies
(890) Best New Home Developer: Lennar
(478) Best BBQ/Grill/Fireplace Store: AZ Grill & Hearth
(470) Best Lighting Fan/Fan Store: Sun Lighting
(833) Best Company to work for (med 51-250 employees): Riteway Heating & Cooling
#2 Rate Case on Our Radar
Last week, SAHBA convened a meeting with Tucson Electric Power to discuss the company’s pending rate case. Several members participated to learn about proposed changes to TEP’s Rules Regulations and Line Extension Policies. The policies govern how electric service is extended to new subdivisions.

The meeting resulted in a productive discussion where both parties objectives were shared. SAHBA will continue to monitor the situation and engage as appropriate. 
#3 Expanding Community Partnerships
Recently, SAHBA leaders met with officials from Tucson Youth Development about expanding opportunities for young people to explore a career in the construction trades. TYD’s mission is to equip Pima County youth to gain employment, achieve self-sufficiency and reach career potential through education and training.

As the labor market continues to be strained, and is impacting building schedules, partnerships like this are key to developing comprehensive solutions.
#4 Employer Resource: Pima One-Stop Career Center
Are you looking for your next employee?
One-Stop bridges the gap between employer and job seeker by connecting qualified applicants with job openings. The team at One-Stop can assist SAHBA members in finding a possible candidate.

You can reach them at 520-724-7700 or contact David Godlewski at david@sahba.org for more information. 
#5 Calling All Members
This year’s Southern Arizona Construction Career Days (SACCD) will be held on Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7.

The SACCD Committe will hold 4 organizational planning meetings this year for the “vertical” construction area of the event.

All planning meetings will be held in the conference room at SAHBA. The dates are as follows:

  • July 31
  • August 28
  • September 18
  • October 16

Construction Career Days is not only a wonderful and rewarding event as a volunteer, but more importantly for the students who are fortunate enough to participate. We encourage you to get involved. It takes time out of your schedule that none of us has available, but the return on investment by way of future impact is priceless!

For more information contact Joe McMahon at   jmcmahon@actionimg.com
Other News...
SAHBA Mixer - JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa

August 6 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
Celebrate & network at the  JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Mixer!

The mixer will be held in their  Primo  fine dining restaurant but there will be delicacies from  all  of the restaurants to sample.  YUM!

Parking will be in the underground parking garage.

This is a great opportunity to network with SAHBA colleagues, generate business leads and create friendships. 
Mark Your Calendars
July 31 - Southern Arizona Construction Career Days Meeting

August 6 - BRE Meeting

August 6 - SAHBA Mixer at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass

August 7 - Remodelers Council Meeting

August 8 - Board Meeting
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