October 15, 2019
#1 Town Approves Changes to Help Builders
After a lengthy stakeholder process, the Sahuarita Town Council adopted its Park & Recreational Design Manual last night. What was initially a very onerous proposal was modified with SAHBA’s involvement to become less restrictive. Highlights include: reducing the overall park area requirements from 8 acres per 1,000 people to 7 acres per 1,000 people; going from a minimum build requirement of 100% to 65% (35% can come in the form of an in-lieu fee); reducing the amount of in-lieu fee from $3,981 to $2,438; and increasing the size of projects that qualify for paying entirely through an in-lieu fee from 50 to 65 homes. We appreciate the ongoing dialogue with Town Staff and support from the Town Council.
 
Click here to read SAHBA’s letter to the Council. 
#2 Board Nominations for 2020
Beginning this year, for the 2020 Board of Directors, any SAHBA member in good standing may be nominated for one of six (6) "At-Large" positions. All nominees will be considered by the Nominating Committee.

The window for nominations will be open between  October 1  and  October 31 .

Completed forms can be returned to  sahba@sahba.org
#3 Golf Committee Delivers $15,000 Check
Last week, SAHBA Staff and Members of the Golf Committee attended the October meeting of the Care Fund to present a check for $15,000. This donation was made possible by through the support of everyone who participated in the Annual Charity Golf Classic!

Care Fund is a remarkable organization that provides rental or mortgage assistance to families in need. Check them out thecarefund.org.  
#4 SAHBA Recognized for Supporting Area Students
Last Thursday at the Tucson Mayor & Council Meeting, SAHBA was recognized by Council Member Shirley Scott for the 19 th Annual Back to School Bash. The event assisted over 2,000 local Tucsonan children.
#5 Sanctuary City Initiative Jeopardizes Public Safety Dollars
While the Sanctuary City Initiative (Prop. 205) may be well-intentioned, it is overly broad and does not make Tucson a safer community. In fact, if passed, it will prohibit the City from conducting joint operations with several law enforcement agencies including the FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshals and the Secret Service. It also puts millions of dollars in State and Federal Dollars at Risk. The City already has policies on the books, crafted with the ACLU, related to immigration intended to preserve positive relationships with Tucson's immigrant community
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We Want to Hear from You:  How's Business?
In an effort to keep our fingers on the pulse of what's happening with our member businesses, we'd like you to take this brief survey.

We're trying to assess whether our economic momentum is showing any signs of slowing down.

This data will help shape and inform the programs and services we offer.

HMX is coming to Austin!

HMX, the Home Merchandising Experience, is a full day summit that BDX will be hosting in Austin, TX on October 22nd and 23rd, 2019!

They are bringing top builders and manufacturers together to discuss online design centers, retail merchandising, buyer and product trends, content best practices, Envision, and more!

And as with all of the BDX events, they will make sure your time in Austin is filled with fun, good food, and plenty of opportunities to network.
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October 15 - BRE Meeting

October 15 - Tech Committee Mtg

October 16 - Government Liaison Breakfast "Housing Matters"

October 16 - SACCD Meeting

October 24 - Legal Lunch & Learn
Lien & Bond Claims/Lien Releases
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