H B OME UILDERS A SSOCIATION NEWSBRIEF The Official Newsletter of the Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest IL To promote, educate and advocate for the Residential Building & Remodeling Industry; providing resources that benefit industry professionals and consumers in the communities we serve. January 2018 issue www.hbaswil.org HBA Presidential Year in Review As my term as your 2017 President comes to an end it gives me time to reflect on what a year it has been, how fast it passed and all the accomplishments that were made. David Padgett 2017 HBA President Padgett Building & Remodeling It is great to have an association that continues to incorporate what works best for them but to also grow with new ventures. One of the most honorable was the Scott Air Force Base 100th Anniversary celebration! This weekend full event gave us the chance to “serve those that serve us”. Volunteers served over 2,000 lunches of hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken and pull pork to performers, air crew and Scott Air Force Base workers/ volunteers. Power Hour seminars were created to inform members of their membership benefits and local current events. We were honored to have the following presenters Alex Martindale with NAHB, Bill Ward with HBAI, Kurt Prenzler with Madison County Chairman, Mayor of Edwardsville Hal Patton and Brent Ellis Campaign Manager for Jason Plummer. Home Envy brought virtual videos of HBA Builders and their communities in an elevated view of the homes exterior and interior. Everyone enjoyed this new fresh look at our builders. Last but not least is the Operation Finally Home Project that has touched many of our hearts and will continue throughout the project. The Poggi family received a custom mortgage-free home for his service in the military that has left him with severe injuries. It was truly inspirational to have so many companies come together to support the family and give them the opportunity to live a life without obstacles! Leadership also took on internal reviews which included updating the bylaws to incorporate best practices for our local HBA, as well as, updating employee agreements and policy handbook. This year included a change in leadership which we are thankful that our past 2006 President Chris Matteo volunteered to serve as our 2018 President Another perk of being President was attending monthly meetings with the Southwestern IL Council of Mayors strengthening our relationship and providing us with opportunities to inform them of issues our industry and members are currently facing. Presenting the NAHB Defender of Housing Award to Congressmen John Shimkus & Mike Bost recognizing courageous federal legislators who have demonstrated strong support for housing and NAHB positions on key issues facing the industry was another honor for myself and our organization. The Professional Women in Building Council started the year strong with the NAHB Professional Women in Building awarding them with 6 awards at IBS that also included over $2,000 for scholarships! This along with their fundraising efforts allowed them to give four scholarships to young females who plan to further their education in the industry. The council continued the year by incorporating the Remodelers Council with the build of a playhouse that will be raffled at the 2018 Home Show with funds raised continuing their scholarship efforts. They held informative seminars that included lunch with Mayor Eckert of Belleville and their annual Power Women Luncheon included Dr. Ronda Sauget with Leadership Council Southwest IL and Geri Boyer with Kaskaskia Engineering Group. The Remodelers Council held their first Fishing Tournament which was a great success! They also didn't hesitate to help the PWB council with the playhouse build. To be a part of two councils working together for one purpose was an experience I hope to see again. The Green Building Council has made tremendous strides with their efforts in the IL Energy Conservation Code! They will continue their efforts as a task force and will keep our industry top priority. Their successful 3D Bow Shoot event will continue as well. As a second generation business whose family has benefited from the HBA since I was a young child this year has made my personal experience a complete full circle. I am truly humbled and honored to have served as your President and want everyone to know that HBA is there for you and your business. We are here to help you succeed for many years and generations to come. On a personal note, my wife and I welcomed our 2nd daughter on December 29th to the ranks of our HBA family including our 20 month old daughter Stella. Thank you for your support during my presidency and your continued support within the HBA!
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