April 2, 2019
#1 Public/Private Partnership Trains Painters
This week, SAHBA President David Godlewski had the opportunity speak to students who are participating in a job training course sponsored by Sherwin Williams. Sherwin Williams partnered with the Pima County One-Stop to host the class out of the need for painters. Godlewski talked about the opportunities in construction and encouraged the students to stay motivated in order to earn the certification they receive if they complete the course. 
#3 Win for Infill Development
On March 27, the Board of Adjustments for the City of Tucson had before it one of the most significant matters for the future of infill development in recent years. At stake was whether the Flexible Lot Development (FLD) option was properly applied in the City’s review, and subsequent approval, of the Mountain Enclave mid-town development. 

The FLD is a critical tool in the toolbox for residential development in Tucson. In exchange for providing additional open space, the FLD allows builders and developers increased density to meet the City’s housing needs. Had this appeal been granted, it would have set a negative precedent and been a blow to infill development. SAHBA testified to the importance of the FLD and the need for increased housing opportunities in Tucson. While the hearing room was packed with project opponents, the facts prevailed and the Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to uphold the City’s original decision to approve the project.
#3 Don Diamond Memorial Fund
The Tucson community continues to mourn the loss of Donald Diamond after gathering last week to honor his life. The impact of Mr. Diamond’s real estate activities and philanthropy are seen throughout Tucson and will be recognized for many generations to come.

Donations to the Jewish Community Foundation Donald Diamond Memorial Fund can be made here.
#4 April is New Homes Month
As NAHB and its members celebrate New Homes Month in April, there is a positive sign for this spring home buying season: The Federal Reserve signaled that it envisions no rate increases in 2019. Spring selling season is a great time to be reminded about the benefits of new homes. In fact, more than half of recent and perspective home buyers prefer a newly built home, according to a nationwide  NAHB survey  of recent and perspective home buyers. And over three-fourths say they would like to buy a single-family detached home. Thank you to the SAHBA member builders who help residents in Southern Arizona achieve the American Dream. 

Click here to see SAHBA Proclamation
#5 Member Spotlight - Donny Cathey
This weeks Spotlight Member is Donny Cathey . Cathey’s was founded by Friou Cathey, Sr. and his wife Myrtle in 1954 on Stone Avenue in Tucson. Originally, Cathey’s only sold vacuums and expanded to the sales and repair of sewing machines in the 1960s. As a family business Friou Jr. and Donny worked with their parents running the store until Donny opened an additional store on Speedway Boulevard in 1978.

Today, Cathey’s has three locations. Still a family business, Donny and Janice Cathey own and operate Cathey’s with the assistance of their children. Cathey’s 35 employees also share the family values and tradition started by Friou and Myrtle over 60 years ago.

Mark Your Calendars
April 2 - Member Mixer - California Closets

April 3 - Remodelers Council Meeting

April 10 - Custom Build Council Meeting

April 12-14 - SAHBA Home Show

May 1 - Remodelers' Council Dinner

May 15 - Turn the Tables
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More Member Benefits
New! BF Goodrich Tradesman Support Program

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That's why BFGoodrich® Tires is rolling out the Tradesmen Support Program and partnering with the National Association of Home Builders - because downtime isn't an option when there's a job to do.

Learn more about the program here.
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