Tuesday Toolbox - April 2, 2019
Is Workforce Development Important To You?
General Membership Meeting, April 8th
Spend less than 2-hours and show your support by attending the April 8th HBA General Membership Meeting. Scholarships will be awarded to deserving students pursuing a career in the construction field. 

Just $20 supports a student's education in the construction trades.
Your opportunity to show your support will be available at April's General Membership Meeting. Visit hbagta.com/showdown for more information.

Monday, April 8th
4:30 pm - ZIP System Presentation
5:00 pm - Showroom Bingo Begins!
6:00 pm - Scholarship Awards
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Will You Be The Next Face of the HBAGTA?
Annual Award Nominations
Will you be the next face of the HBAGTA? Annual membership award winners represent the HBAGTA throughout the year! Toot your own horn and nominate yourself or nominate a deserving HBA member. Winners will be announced at the may General Membership Meeting. Submit your applications today!
Support Workforce Development Efforts!
For As Little As $20 You Can Make a Difference
Don't miss your chance to win one of 4 structures in the Showdown between the Career Tech Construction Students and the Northwestern Michigan College Construction Trades Students!

Raffle tickets are on sale now at the HBA office and will also be available at April's General Membership Meeting!

Visit the Showdown webpage to view video and pictures and to catch up on what's been happening!
The TBAISD Career Tech Center's entries are multi-purpose cottage style structures.
The Northwest Michigan College entries are infrared dry saunas with a changing area.
Join the Parade!
Marketing Opportunities Available!
Let our community and your fellow industry professionals know who you are! Take advantage of this premier marketing opportunity by being a Parade of Homes sponsor! Gold, Silver, and Ticket Sponsorships are still available. Contact Sara today to secure your sponsorship!

You can also be part of the Parade by advertising in the HBA Parade Tour Guide. Over 1,200 tour guides will be printed and distributed. The tour guide will also be available digitally on our website. Contact Sara today to place your ad!
DEADLINE IS APRIL 29th
THANK YOU TO OUR 2019 PARADE OF HOMES SPONSORS!
Focusing on Workforce Development
MI HBAs Address Industry Needs
Have you seen the latest issue of the Michigan Builder Magazine? This month's issue is highlighting the efforts of HBAs across Michigan and their efforts to build career pathways for the next generation.

Click here to read the latest issue or stop by the HBA to pick up your free copy.
FORE! HBA Annual Golf Outing
Foursomes Are Filling Up FAST!
The always popular and fun HBA Golf Outing is almost sold out for foursomes! You don't want to miss this great opportunity to golf the links at the beautiful Crystal Mountain Resort. Take advantage of the 10% lodging discount Crystal Mountain is offering HBA golfers and spend the night or weekend and enjoy the onsite spa, dining, and activities for the kids!

Sponsorship opportunities are still available in the form of Hold Sponsors and Lunch Sponsors. Contact Sara today to become a sponsor and to register your foursome!

Visit the golf webpage for more information and to register online.
Members Cash In on X-Plan Pricing!
Member-To-Member Discount
During the February General Membership Meeting, our host & member Fox Motors shared their HBAGTA discount plan. HBAGTA Vice President, Mike Tucker is one of five members that have taken advantage of the discount since February.

Contact the HBAGTA for more information about vehicle discounts.

Online Permitting Classes
Leelanau County Permits
The Leelanau county Department of Building Safety is offering free online permitting classes. These sessions are to cover the process of applying and paying for permits online. There is no charge for these sessions but pre-registrations is required. Call 231-256-9806 or email buildingsafety@co.leelanau.mi.us to register.

Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Plumbing, Mechanical, & Electrical Contractors: 8:30 am
Building Contractors: 1:30 pm
Leelanau Government Center
8527 E. Government Center Dr.
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Letting Our Voice Be Heard
Local Legislators to Visit HBAGTA
Local Representatives Wayne Schmidt, Jack O’Mally and Tristin Cole will be visiting the HBA office to meet with Board Members and members of the Code/Legislative Committee on April 15 th at 9:00am . The meeting will be led by Beau Vore.

We would like to make these visits a bi-monthly event. Please consider attending and sharing your thoughts with these 3 legislators. 

RSVP to Judy at 231-946-2305 or judy@hbagta.com.
Books That Build Your Business
NAHB BuilderBooks
NAHB BuilderBooks are a great source for education and training products for the building industry. As the publishing arm and official bookstore for the National Association of Home Builders, BuilderBooks offers award-winning publications, software, brochures, and more, with many available in both English and Spanish.

See what they have to offer to assist you in bettering your business! NABHA BuilderBooks
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Continuing Competency Classes
2 Classes - April 12th
This class is for ALL builders and M&A licensees! This 3-hour class will cover the mandatory topics in three 1-hour modules: Safety, Codes, and Legal Issues.

Click on the dates below to register.
NetZero Housing
April 17th, 4-5:30 pm
Zero energy homes are just like any home - except better! They are regular grid tied homes that are so airtight, well insulated, and energy efficient that they produce as much energy as they consume over the course of the year, leaving the occupants with a net zero energy bill and a carbon free home!

Attend this seminar and learn the best practices for providing a NetZero home for your customers!

Wednesday, April 17, 4-5:30 pm
MIOSHA Construction Electrical Part 17
April 25th, 8:30am-12:00pm
Electrocutions continue to be one of the leading causes of fatalities in construction. This MIOSHA program will explain and illustrate the primary electrical hazards in and around construction.

Thursday, April 25, 8:30am-12pm
CPR & First Aid Certification
May 17th, 9am-1pm
Are you prepared to handle most jobsite injuries? Do you know what to do in case of an emergency?

Join us for a course that will provide you with the skills, knowledge and peace of mind that you can handle worksite accidents and emergencies. upon successful completion of the class, you will receive the American Heart Association First Aid Certificate.

Friday May 17, 9am-1pm
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