November 2012Volume 20 Number 11

2013 Sponsorship Campaign Information pg. 7 / Social Media: Use Your Words Wisely pg. 9 / MPAPC’s Strongest Spokespeople pg. 12 / We Are a Giving Council pg. 15

MBAPC Fall Public Events pg. 2 / What Can MBAPC Do for ME? pg. 4

The MBAPC October General Membership meeting celebrated our Builder members and featured the

presentation of MBAPC’s annual report. Members also welcomed and met with very special guests, political candidates who had been endorsed by the MBAPC. Thank you to the following for attending:

Pat McCarthy (County Executive)Mike Lonergan (Assessor-Treasurer)J.T. Wilcox (Dist. 2 House)Bruce Dammeier (Dist. 25 Senate)Shelly Schlumpf (Dist. 25 House)Hans Zeiger (Dist. 25 House)Larry Seaquist (Dist. 26 House)Jack Connelly (Dist. 27 Senate)Lauren Walker (Dist. 27 House)Mike Carrell (Dist. 28 Senate)Paul Wagemann (Dist. 28 House)David Sawyer (Dist. 29 House)Linda Kochmar (Dist. 30 House)Katrina Asay (Dist, 30 House)Christopher Hurst (Dist. 31 House)Troy Kelley (State Auditor)Derek Kilmer (6th Congressional Dist.)

A special thank you to our meeting sponsors for making this evening possible: JET Door LLC, Puget Sound Energy, and Rainier View Rooter, LLC.

MOST CREATIVE: President’s Ball Rebecca Jones,

Susie Nelson & crew!

BEST TASTING: PR Committee

Dan Garber, Tessa Miller, Judi Brown, Gary Patterson, & Kristi Grassman

TEAM SPIRIT AWARD Golf Committee

Cathi Mahan, Carol Pope, Jennifer

Edwards, Bonnie Buffington, & Judi

Brown

2ND ANNUAL CHILI COOKOFF WINNERS

Thank you to all of our 2012 Chili Cook-Off participants! More than 85 members enjoyed chili from 7 different

teams while finding out about MBAPC services and benefits. Attendees also got the inaugural Chili Cook-Off recipe book, so they could go home and make award winning chili too! Thank you to the committees that participated: the Affordable Housing Committee, Membership Committee, Remodelors™ Council, The Legislative Strategy Committee and The Executive Committee. We also had our some of our Benefit Partners attend; BIAW, EPK/BIAW Health Trust, Colonial Life and Associated Petroleum Products. Thank you to our Co-Chairs, Scott Wilson and Cathi Mahan. This event would not have been possible with our great sponsors – AAA KARTAK Glass and Closets (Presenting), Team Me Up Scotty and O’Shea’s Catering.

OCTOBER GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

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MBAPC Fall Public Events Rick Hjelm, Phase II General Contractor, Inc.

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Greater than the sum of its parts

Due to the recent positive activity in the economy, fall has been busy

around the Master Builders Association of Pierce County. Not only did we host

our 15th Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes, MBAPC also produced our first South Sound Parade of New Homes since 2008!

The Remodelors™ Council showcased seven private homes throughout Pierce County on September 29-30 at their Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes. There was something at all price levels from remodeled garages and “man caves” to historical renovations. It was great to see such innovative design in all the homes, and to see members find

value in participating in this tour year after year! This event was sponsored by Milgard Windows & Doors, Contract Furnishings Mart, Columbia Bank and The News Tribune. Thank you to all of our sponsors and all of our participants. We cannot do all that we do without you!

Two weeks later on October 13-14 and 20-21 the MBAPC hosted the South Sound Parade of New Homes featuring the newest trends and best products for new homes. The Parade featured 21 builder homes at a wide range of price points. Highlights included Built Green® certified homes, outdoor living spaces, open master suites and more. Two homes sold during the parade. Attendees also got an opportunity at each home for up to 20 chances to win a get-away weekend at the Iron Springs Resort in Oregon. This event was sponsored by Tehaleh Communities, AAA KARTAK Glass and Closet, Tacoma-Pierce County Built Green® and the MBAPC. Thank you to everyone for putting so much effort into this event in such a short amount of time! We are excited to see so much activity in remodeling and new homes. If you would like to participate in either the Tour or Parade in the future, contact Kawehi Marshall at 253.272.2112 ext. 105. In 2013 the Parade will be held April 20-21 and 27-28, and the Tour will be held September 28-29.

Master Builders Association of Pierce County invites you and yours to the

2012 President's Ball and Awards Black Tie Affair

Thursday, December 20 Fircrest Golf & Country Club

5:30 pm: Cocktails and Appetizers 6:15 pm: Dinner

7:00 pm: Program Photographer on site: 5:15 - 6:45 pm

This year's event will be formal dress for women and

tuxedo/dark suit & tie for men. The event will be $50 per person. Seating will be at tables of 10.

RSVP at http://2012presidentsball.eventbrite.com/#

A Special Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors:

Presenting: Parr Lumber Co.

Beverage:: BMC Corporation, Codel Entry Systems, Rainier View Rooter, SoundBuilt Northwest Appetizer: IAG Property Maintenance, JET Door, LLC, Puget Sound Energy, Rickabaugh Pentecost Development, LLC Centerpiece: Cobalt Mortgage Puyallup, Sound Glass Sales, Inc. Friends of the Industry:: Azure Green Consultants, Inc., Pedersen Construction, Advanced Electric & Security, Inc.

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MBA Staff

Executive CommitteeRick Hjelm, CGR/CR

President

Board of Directors

MBA Mission StatementThe Master Builders Association of Pierce County is an organization consisting of home building professionals and related service providers. We promote the interests of the home building industry through membership involvement, legislative action, networking and education while striving to maintain the highest ethical standards.

Volume 20, Number 11, Dimensions is published 12 times per year: monthly in Jan., Feb., March, April, May, June, July, Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec. by the Master Builders

Association of Pierce County, 1120 Pacific Ave, Suite 301, Tacoma, Washington 98402. Copyright 2012 by Master Builders Association of Pierce County. Opinions expressed are

those of the authors or persons quoted and not necessarily those of the MBA. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without written permission from the publisher.

Kurt WilsonVice President Treasurer

Joe Maxwell2nd Vice President

Joe ZehnderVice President Secretary

Gary PedersenImmediate Past President

Lifetime DirectorsDan Abercrombie, Al Berger, Terry

Brink, Rick Brunaugh, Robert Camp, Bud Crest, Sean Comfort,

Bob Coyne, Ray Dally, Bob Denomy, Jeff Edwards, Mike Fast CGR, Lyle Fox, Steve Garitone,

Dave Graff, Buzz Grant, Glen Graham, Harold Hansen, Dave Hendrickson, Clem Johnson, Rebecca Jones, David Kelly,

David Litowitz, Todd Lord, Bob Lund, Ann McLaren, Bob Mickey, John Miller, Merrit Nelson, Susie

Nelson, Les Rhea, William Schuur, Jr., John Slott, Pat

Steffan, William Triquart, Doug Vieselmeyer, Dick Wegner, Rick Yorkk, Jim Yurina, Joe Zelazny

Lifetime State DirectorsRobert Camp, Don Cash, Lyle

Fox, Steve Garitone, John Slott

Official Publication of: Master Builders Association of Pierce County1120 Pacific Ave., Ste. 301, Tacoma, WA 98402

Phone: (253) 272-2112 Fax: (253) 383-1047www.mbapierce.com info@mbapierce.com

Tiffany Speir- ext. 104 Executive Officer

Kawehi Marshall, CGA, CGP- ext. 105Events & Education Director

Shawn Hoey- ext. 101 Government Affairs Manager

Local DirectorsKent Arola, Josh Dunn, Ernie

Dittmann, Carolin Fast, Ron Hendrickson, Leslie

Jensen, Joe Maxwell, Cathi Mahan, Bob McClellan,

Tessa Miller, Gary Pedersen Steve Shattuck CGR/

CAPS, Laureen Skrivan, Kurt Wilson, Tim Yokes,

Duke York CGR/CAPS, Sue Zimmerman

State DirectorsKent Arola, Ernie Dittmann, Mike Fast CGR, Dan Garber, Steve Garitone, Rick Hjelm CGR/CR, Randy Kruse, Carrie Litowitz, Susie Nelson, Gary Patterson,

Matt Rock, Tom O’Connor, Corey Watson

National DirectorsBob Camp (Alt), Mike Fast CGR,

Lyle Fox (Alt), Carrie LitowitzLifetime National Directors

Robert Camp, Ray Dally, Mike Fast CGR, Lyle Fox, Jim Yurina

Kim Taylor- ext. 103Member Benefits DirectorLaura Haworth- ext. 102

Communications/Marketing Manager

Master Builders Association of Pierce County invites you and yours to the

2012 President's Ball and Awards Black Tie Affair

Thursday, December 20 Fircrest Golf & Country Club

5:30 pm: Cocktails and Appetizers 6:15 pm: Dinner

7:00 pm: Program Photographer on site: 5:15 - 6:45 pm

This year's event will be formal dress for women and

tuxedo/dark suit & tie for men. The event will be $50 per person. Seating will be at tables of 10.

RSVP at http://2012presidentsball.eventbrite.com/#

A Special Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors:

Presenting: Parr Lumber Co.

Beverage:: BMC Corporation, Codel Entry Systems, Rainier View Rooter, SoundBuilt Northwest Appetizer: IAG Property Maintenance, JET Door, LLC, Puget Sound Energy, Rickabaugh Pentecost Development, LLC Centerpiece: Cobalt Mortgage Puyallup, Sound Glass Sales, Inc. Friends of the Industry:: Azure Green Consultants, Inc., Pedersen Construction, Advanced Electric & Security, Inc.

So What Can MBAPC Do for ME?

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Tiffany Speir, Esq.

Cabinets • Appliances • Countertops • Flooring

FIFE3500-A 20th St. E253.926.0505

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SERVICE YOU CAN RELY ON SINCE 1930

Master Builders Association of Pierce County, like every

other association across America, is working to keep its services up to date and valuable to all of

its members, regardless of their age or stage in their careers. I recently attended a presentation by Mark Levin (nationally known speaker on membership value and engagement) who drilled down on the reasons why in this day and age it is STILL well worth it to be a part of the homebuilding industry’s association, in our case the MBAPC. With the internet and changing times, what used to be exclusive benefits to association members – saving time via association resources, information sharing, networking, and enjoying group benefits – are all available (although the quality and relevance may be less) through various other tools. However, what is still EXCLUSIVE to association membership and active participation is this: the “leadership advantage.” Getting involved with MBAPC lets you access the

association advantage – the ability to provide and cultivate exceptional leadership in its members. Nowhere else can emerging homebuilding industry leaders get the following:

• branding of the industry and its members’ value to the outside world• improved employer relations for the member• advocacy on behalf of the industry at the local, state and national levels• the power of the association’s public relations efforts• resume` building opportunities for involved members• developing industry/professional leadership notoriety • building partnerships with one’s employer, associates, educational entities, chambers of commerce, government, and other organizations

Over the past few years, employers have identified certain skills that are lacking in younger workers, including: teamwork, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills. All of these can be improved and refined through participation in association activities, committees and especially leadership. As an employer, encourage your newer/younger employees to take advantage of MBAPC’s opportunities to build these skills that will in turn improve their performance for you. As an employee, jump into what you can at MBAPC in order to make yourself more valuable to your boss. As you begin to look into 2013 and how you and your employees will be spending their time, consider how to use MBAPC’s activities, committees and events as a way to improve your company’s success. Another resource available to you and your employees is NAHB’s Spokesperson Training which will be offered just before (on January 20-21)

Over the past few years, employers have identified certain skills that are lacking in younger workers, including: teamwork, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills.

• At the end of this course, you will be able to conduct media interviews and respond to questions with confidence and skill.

PRESENTATION SKILLS COVERS• Reviewing media interview skills and message development.• Controlling nervousness.• Body, voice and word language.• Engaging your audience.• Organizing a presentation.• Controlling the Q&A.• At the end of this course, you will be able to prepare and deliver a speech or presentation successfully and comfortably.

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Detached: Sept. ‘12 Av. New Hm. Price = $260,017 / Median New Hm. Price = $246,450 / Av. New Hm. Cost per Sq. Ft. = $109.52 (up 8% from 9/11)

Attached (new & existing): Sept. ‘12 Av. Hm. Price = $163,354 / Median Hm. Price = $144,500 / New Av. Cost Per Sq. Ft. = $128.35 (down 23% from 9/11) Sept. ‘12 Average Lot Price = $42,057 / Median Lot Price = $33,651 / Av. Lot = 16.2% of Av. Home Price Med. Lot = 13.7% of Med. Home Price

Av. Foreclosed SF Home Price: $162,979 (36.2% of existing homes / 60% of all homes for sale) Source: RealEstats (360-693-6525) SEPT ‘12 YTD ‘12 SEPT ‘11 YTD ‘11

PIERCE COUNTY Lots Created 8 244 230 121

SF Base / Custom 54 / 31 536 / 341 49 / 30 519 / 243 Addition / Remodel 18 / 5 270 / 72 44 / 9 298 / 65

Duplex / Man. / TownHouse 2 / 13 / 0 26 / 91 / 0 2 / 11 / 0 26 / 86 / 0 DUPONT

SF / Add-Remodel 0 / 1 0 / 5 0 / 20 29 / 11 MF / Manufactured 0 / NA 0 / NA 0 / NA 3 / NA

EDGEWOOD SF / Add-Remodel 0 / 3 14 / 19 1 / 3 2 / 25

FIFE SF / Add-Remodel 2 / NA 10 / NA 0 / NA 4 / NA

LAKEWOOD SF / Add-Remodel 1 / 16 10 / 104 2 / 27 28 / 170 MF / Manufactured 0 / NA 1 / NA 2 / NA 6 / NA

PUYALLUP SF / Add-Remodel 11 / 3 48 / 13 NA / NA NA / NA MF / Manufactured 0 / 0 1 / NA NA / NA NA / NA

TACOMA SF / Add-Remodel 8 / 52 124 / 450 23 / 63 140 / 495 MF / Manufactured 0 / 0 6 / 2 0 / 0 1 / 0

the 2013 International Builders Show in Las Vegas. The trainings help students be more persuasive and effective in all communication environments, and in particular, in media interviews and during speeches and other presentations. The Interview Skills seminar helps participants master strategies for broadcast and print interviews, including message development. The Presentations Skills seminar focuses on how to organize and deliver a speech or presentation and handle Q&A.

INTERVIEW SKILLS COVERS• Setting communication goals.• Developing messages and supporting evidence.• Handling tough questions.• Learning to build a “bridge” to your goal.• Preparing for an interview.• Knowing your rights in an interview.

As an employer, encourage your newer/younger employees to take advantage of MBAPC’s opportunities to build these skills that will in turn improve their performance for you.

CHECK IT OUT AT MBAPIERCE.COM

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GER City Legislative Updates

Shawn Hoey

BONNEY LAKEFire sprinklers- The MBA has been working with the City of Bonney Lake to institute a waiver for their fire

sprinkler ordinance. The City is currently the only jurisdiction within Pierce County to require a fire sprinkler system in single family homes, and the ordinance has no option of a waiver. This becomes an issue because a majority of the lots that have been developed in Bonney Lake were done so prior to the requirement, thus not being developed to the regulations needed to run a fire sprinkler system. Currently the MBA has met with several city staff members and the Community Development Committee of the City Council to discuss possible criteria on these previously developed lots. As this issue progresses we will keep you update through the newsletter and the weekly email.

System Development Charges - The City Council is currently considering a proposal that would reduce the water and sewer system development charges by 30% for the next year. The reason for this decrease is due to the fact that the lack of development over the last few years has created a lack of need to increase infrastructure. This ordinance will be periodically reviewed and extended if deemed appropriate by the Council.

FIFESchool Impact Fees- The City of Fife is currently reviewing the Capital Facilities Plan that was proposed by the Puyallup School district which calls for a school impact fee of $13,708. This would be an increase of more than $10,000 from the current adopted rate. The MBA submitted a letter to the Planning Commission encouraging the Commission to recommend a lower school impact fee to the City Council. At the meeting the Commission recommended that the City Council approve a school impact fee that is more in line with the impact fee proposed by the Fife School District of $1,163. This issue will be going to the Council during the month of November for a decision. The MBA will continue to be an advocate for an appropriate school impact fee.

GIG HARBORProposed Planning Fee Increase- The City of Gig Harbor City Council’s Planning & Building Committee began discussing a possible increase to their planning fees of 4-5% due to a cost of living increase. The MBA asked for some clarification from the City as to why they were proposing cost of living increases to the fees when these fees are legally tied to the level of service. The MBA also asked what service increase we should expect with the increased fees. City staff has recently informed the MBA that they are no longer considering these fee increases, however they are considering a possible charge for credit cards.

LAKEWOOD2013 Fee Schedule- The City of Lakewood had recently started looking at their budget and are considering several changes in their fee schedule. Lakewood staff has indicated that the proposed updated schedule attempts to base fees on meaningful variables that more accurately correlate to increased or decreased staff effort. One of the fees to increase is the preliminary plat fee. The fee is going from a variable rate, based on acres, to a base fee of $3,500 plus $100 per lot. Several other fees are also proposed to increase including, final plat fees, plat alterations, administrative variances, and others.

PUYALLUPUrban Forestry- For the last several months the City of Puyallup has been discussing a proposed urban forestry policy document. The document would require a 35% canopy cover for new single-family residential development and a 25% for multi-family development. The MBA submitted letters of concern to both the Planning Commission and the City Council during the appropriate public hearing timetables. Then on October 16th , after the City Council held their public hearing, the Council decided that they are not interested in implementing the proposed urban forestry policy document, thus the proposal died. The MBA will continue to work with the City of Puyallup and keep you updated should the proposal arise again.

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MBAPC's Mission Statement:

With annual public home shows and tours, an annual membership directory, website, facebook and twitter presence, monthly

membership events, education classes, electronic and hard copy communcations circulating to the general membership and the

public, participation in regional home shows and more, the MBAPC is a GREAT way to invest your advertising and sponsorship

dollars whether it be at the $150 or $15,000 level!

MBAPC makes succeeding in the homebuilding industry easier in Pierce County for builders, remodelers, suppliers, manufacturers, subcontractors, and associated businesses so that members can work more affordably and efficiently so that our local communities' families can enjoy beautiful homes.

The Master Builders Association of Pierce County is an organization consisting of home building professionals and related service providers.We promote the interests of the home building industry through membership involvement, legislative action, networking and education while striving to maintain the highest ethical standards.

The Master Builders Association of Pierce County (MBAPC) is a non-profit trade association comprised of more than 650 builder and associate member companies employing thousands of people in Pierce County. Established in 1945, the MBAPC is currently the 33rd largest such association in the country and the 3rd largest in the State of Washington.

MBAPC's 2013 sponsorship campaign (TSC) kicks off November 15 at Aversano's in Sumner at 4:00 pm at the General Membership Cocktail hour. The Kick Off will be your first chance to claim available

2013 sponsorships - see you there! RSVP at http://tsckickoff12.eventbrite.com/#

Why Sponsor the MBA of Pierce County?

MBA Proud PartnersProud Partners is a new Dimensions Sponsorship. Please Contact Kawehi Marshall at

253.272.2112 ext. 105 if you would like to be listed as a proud partner.

AHBL, Inc.www.abhl.com

Associated Petroleum Productswww.associatedpetroleum.com

Buffington Custom Homeswww.luxuryhomenw.com

Cascade Print Mediawww.cascadeprintmedia.com

Codel Entry Systems, Corp.www.codelentrysystems.com

Colbalt Mortgagewww.cobaltmortgage.com/jenniferedwards/

Fournier Insurance Solutionswww.fourniersolutions.com

Getting Personal Imprinting LLCwww.gettingpersonalimprinting.com

Harbor Home Design, Inc.www.harborhomedesign.com

Hyland Cabinetworks, Inc.www.hylandcabinetworks.com

Insulation Northwestwww.insulationnw.com

Jet Door LLCwww.jetdoorllc.com

Moulding & Millwork, Inc.www.mouldingandmillwork.com

Parr Lumber Co.www.parr.com

Phase II General Contractor, Inc.www.phaseii.net/

Pedersen Constructiongarypedersen123@cs.com

Puget Sound Energywww.pse.com

ServiceMaster Of Tacomawww.smtacoma.com

SoundBuilt Northwestwww.soundbuilthomes.com

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MBAs’ GRIP (Group Retrospective Insurance Program) may be able to lower your payments to L&I AND potentially help you earn refunds on every dollar you pay. Quarterly enrollment for the 2012-2013 plan year is happening now! Enrollment forms must be submitted to GRIP by December 14.

BENEFITS OF GRIP:• $99, 1-Time, Refundable Enrollment Fee• No Premium Minimum to Participate• FREE Claims Assistance• FREE Safety Program Assistance• FREE Education Programs• FREE Multilingual Services• Nurse Case Managers, Expert Witness & Legal Services and More

GRIPGroup Retrospective Insurance Program

SAVE MONEY, JOIN GRIP

Yearly Community Outreach Programs:

Builders In Schools This program brings members into the classroom. The program’s goal and intent is to create learning sessions that are fun and interactive in order for the children to grasp the large concepts of the homebuilding industry.

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Members will “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”, a fundraiser benefitting the Sexual Assault Center of Pierce

County. This walk through downtown Tacoma is to help stop rape, sexual assault & gender violence in Pierce County.

Pierce County Construction Career Day The MBAPC supports this event as a sponsor, exhibitor and with volunteers. Career Day is designed to provide high school students with hands-on exposure to diverse and growing careers, and to provide employers with a pipeline of professionals for tomorrow.

The PR Committee also works on:MBAPC Leadership Speaking

EngagementsEvents

MBAPC Website/Social MediaMember Communications

JOIN THE PR COMMITTEE

The MBAPC Public Relations Committee strives to enhance a positive awareness of MBAPC,

provide timely and relevant communication to members and the media, and to organize and support MBAPC’s community

outreach programs.

Contact Laura Haworth at 253.272.2112 ext. 102

Whether you’re representing your business through your personal profile or on a company page, social

media can help you connect with current and potential clients. But the idea of “getting social” is still a confusing

idea for a lot of people. However, the best way to learn is to jump in.

Here are five easy ways to ramp up your social media efforts.

1. Be informative. Share your knowledge with others. Don’t just push sales, instead focus on creating content and sharing it in a meaningful manner.

2.Respond to input (good and bad). Recently the Puyallup City Council was looking at implementing something that I disagreed with I took the time to comment on Facebook and heard from several members of the council. After their meeting, one of the Council Members sent me a personal message on how the issue had been resolved. Responding shows customers that they are important to you and your brand.

3.Keep it short. Can you say the same thing in fewer characters? Then do it! Does it need more clarification? Use the note tool in Facebook, or share a link to the full information with a brief summary on twitter. If you get too wordy you risk people tuning you out.

4.Join a conversation. With social media there is no reason to be shy. This is just another opportunity for you to share your knowledge of

your field. Engage in conversations outside of your normal circle. Some people only interact with users they feel can benefit them in some way, consider what you can do for others instead of what they can do for you.

5.Share the love. You will make a stronger impression on your followers if you share information about other companies and organizations. If someone’s doing a great job or has valuable information for your followers, share it.

Finally the most important thing about social media is to stay active. It doesn’t help your business to have an inactive account. Treat social media seriously by committing to x amount of posts a week. This will help keep your profile fresh and constantly at the forefront of your follower’s minds.

Connect with MBAPC on social media: twitter.com/MBApierce and facebook.com/mbapierce. You can connect with me at businessexaminer.com/tessamiller/.

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Social Media: Use Your Words Wisely

You will make a stronger impression on your followers if you share information about other companies and organizations. If someone’s doing a great job or has valuable information for your followers, share it.

You are

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Complimentarycatered horsdevours, beer

and wine will be provided.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

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2013 Elected Officials’ Reception

Thursday, December 6, 2012 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

MBA of Pierce County (1120 Pacific Ave., Suite 301, Tacoma)

RSVP by Dec. 3 at 12electedofficials.eventbrite.com

Questions? Contact Shawn Hoey at272-2112 ext. 101 or gaa@mbapierce.com

Evening Sponsors:Raisl & Company, CPA

Law Office of Robert Denomy

The Master Builders Association of Pierce County (MBAPC) is

proud to host an evening reception for association members

and leadership to meet with city, county and state elected officials

from throughout Pierce County who will be serving in office in

2013.

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Contract Furnishings Mart Steve Dickinson3600 E Industry Dr EFife, WA 98424(253) 922-4648 (F) (253) 922-3133 www.cfmfloors.comFloor CoveringsSpike: Lynne Hill

Contract Furnishings Mart Ashley Simon3600 Industry Dr E, Ste EFife, WA 98424-1806(253) 922-4648 (F) (253) 922-3133www.cfmfloors.comFloor CoveringsSpike: Lynne Hill

First American Title & Escrow Co.Cathi Mahan2910 S Meridian, Ste 100 Puyallup, WA 98373(253) 985-0913 (F) (253) 382-2883 www.firstamericantitle.comTitle Insurance/EscrowSpike: Pat Steffan

I Build, Inc.Irene BugaychukPO Box 4684Federal Way, WA 98063(206) 478-0547 (F)(253) 517-7882Builder Remodeler, Residential Spike: Susie Nelson

LDC IncMatthew Merritt14201 NE 200th St, Ste 100 Woodinville, WA 98072(425) 806-1869 (F) (425) 482-2893 www.ldccorp.comEngineering/Surveying; Planners, RegionalSpike: Sean Comfort

Presidential HomesEd Knoben9106 112th St EPuyallup, WA 98373(253) 256-4271(F) (253) 256-4275 www.presidentialhomesllc.com Builder Builder, Single Family Spike: Tim Yokes

Reliable Able Willing Computer Robert Sorell5512 Oxalis Dr WUniversity Place, WA 98467(253) 777-9229www.raw-computers.net Consultant, Technology; Design, Graphic/WebsiteSpike: Paul Fishel

Security National Mortgage CompanyCarol Pope110 E Stewart Ave, Ste A Puyallup, WA 98372(253) 286-4400 (F)(888) 814-7612 www.carolpope.comMortgages/Specialty Financing Spike: Cathi Mahan

Ticor Title CompanyDoug Stickney600 SW 39th St, Ste 100 Renton, WA 98057(253) 370-3656 (F) (866) 878-3954 www.myticor.comTitle Insurance/EscrowSpike: Cathi Mahan

Weststar Pacific MortgageTerri Moss929 E Main #230Puyallup, WA 98372(253) 604-4700 (F)(253) 486-1896 www.loansbyterrimoss.com Mortgages/Specialty Financing Spike: Rebecca Jones

Weststar Pacific Mortgage Debra Mason 929 E Main #230Puyallup, WA 98372 (253) 604-4700 (F) (253) 486-1896 www.loansbydebramason.com Mortgages/Specialty Financing Spike: Joe Maxwell

Whitesands Finish Carpentry Rusty LurzPO Box 1714Orting, WA 98360(253) 222-3474(F) (360) 893-8638 www.whitesandsfc.comCarpentry, Finish/Interior; Cabinets; Stairs; Millwork; Door/Millwork/Trim Spike: Gary Patterson

WELCOME BACKMaplewood ConstructionRoy Ward10007 86th Ave NWGig Harbor, WA 98332(253) 858-2991 Excavation/Land Clearing/Site Prep; Sewer/Storm/Water Lines; Asphalt; ConcreteSpike: Susie Nelson

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

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November is Spike Appreciation month – I’d like to take a minute to thank all of our hardworking Spike Members! Spikes are the Association recruiters, ambassadors,

mentors and spokespeople. Each member they recruit or retain adds to MBAPC’s strength in numbers, offers more rewarding networking opportunities and better represents our

industry interests to local elected officials — all factors that are vital to sustaining a healthy association and better serving the home building industry at all levels. To become a Spike, you begin as a Spike candidate. That means you have earned between one and five credits. Once you earn your sixth credit, you become an official NAHB Spike! Spike credits are earned by recruiting and retaining MBAPC and Council members. To retain your status as a Spike you must earn a minimum of one new Spike credit (new or retention) each year until you reach a total of 25 credits, at which point you are elevated to Life Spike status. For every member you bring into the Association you earn a Spike Credit. During membership drives you can often earn double spike credits! One way we thank our Spike members is our Annual Spike Party, this year held on September 15 at Ernie Dittmann’s house on American Lake. Spikes and their guests enjoyed awesome September weather, boat rides by request and the hospitality of the Dittmanns! The Spike Club provided rib eye steaks and beverages and attendees provided great sides and desserts. I would like to personally thank Ernie and Robin Dittmann for inviting us into their home, and our two beverage sponsors- ServiceMaster of Tacoma and Wind River Homes. 2012 has been a great year for MBAPC Spikes. NAHB Spike Stats As of September 30, MBA has 36 Spike Candidates (people who have recruited between 1 and 5 new members), 8 Spike Members (people who have recruited between 6 and 24 new members) and 55 Life Spikes (people who have recruited between 25 and 1000 new members.) The MBAPC has 21 Green Spikes with between 50 and 99 Spike points, 4 Red Spikes with between 100-149 Spike points, 12 Royal Spikes with between 150-249 Spike points, 5 Super Spikes with between 250-499 Spike points and 2 Statesman Spikes with 500 or more Spike Points! Our Super Spikes are Rick Hjelm (274.75), Carri Litowitz (285.0), David Litowitz (329.5), Susie Nelson (278.25), Pat Steffan (294.5). Statesman Spikes are Steve Garitone (533.75) and Dave Graff (619.25) Great job to everyone who has recruited so far this year! If you are interested in recruiting, please contact Member Benefits Director Kim Taylor at 253.272.2112 ext. 103 to get started.

MBAPC’s Strongest SpokespeopleKent Arola, Wind River Homes

Recruiter RewardsCongratulations Gary Patterson of Omega Custom Homes, you

are the October Recruiter Rewards Winner! Gary has won one hour of consulting time with Tessa Miller, the Business Examiner’s

Digital & Social Media Manager to work on his/her online presence! Wondering how you can win such a fabulous prize? Recruit new members to the MBA! Special thanks to all the October Recruiters: Joe Maxwell, Gary Patterson, Kurt Wilson (2) and Tim Yokes (2). November Recruiter Rewards Prize – For every new member YOU bring in during the month of November, your name is entered into a drawing to win four tickets to the EXCLUSIVE MBA President’s Ball & Awards Black Tie Affair on December 20! PLUS, don’t forget that November is the MBA’s fall membership drive and there are even more reasons to be a member. Invite someone you know to come to MBA!

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TOP 25 ALL TIME SPIKES

* Per NAHB Active Spikes as of 9/30/2012 Spikes that have recruited in the past 12

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* Per NAHB Spikes as of 9/30/2012

619.25533.75294.5278.25274.75248.25236.75174.75157.25156.75151134.25114.2510296.759286.7570.567.559.755756.544.7538.538.25

Dave GraffSteve GaritonePat SteffanSusie NelsonRick HjelmSteve ShattuckRandy KruseCathi MahanSue ZimmermanGordon NeuLyle FoxRebecca JonesDuke YorkGary PattersonKent ArolaTom O’ConnorDan GarberKurt WilsonJoe MaxwellScott ServenJoe ZehnderJosh DunnLynne HillTim YokesLaureen Skrivan

Dave GraffSteve GaritoneDavid LitowitzPat SteffanCarri LitowitzSusie NelsonRick HjelmSteve ShattuckRandy KruseRobert CampWilliam Schuur JrDave HendricksonCathi MahanBud CrestKirk HarrSue ZimmermanGordon NeuMichael R FastLyle FoxRebecca JonesWayne ManganDuke YorkGary PattersonKent ArolaGary Howe

619.25533.75329.5294.5285278.25274.75248.25236.75208192.5176174.75173.5167157.25156.75156151134.25115114.2510296.7595.5

Lucky 7’s-Recruiting is HOT!As the MBA heads into the final month of

the year-long Las Vegas membership drive, get ready for a BIG month! Eleven winners are already packing their bags – want to come along? Recruit 7 new members and you and a guest will be flying to Las Vegas January 22-25 for the 2013 International Builders Show!

Look who is already going: Kent Arola (Wind River Homes), Ernie Dittmann (ServiceMaster of Tacoma), Rick Hjelm (Phase II General Contractors Inc), Cathi Mahan (First American Title & Escrow Co), Susie Nelson (Century Insurance Services LLC), Steve Shattuck (Shattuck & Associates Inc), Kurt Wilson (SoundBuilt Northwest LLC), Tim Yokes (Hunter Homes Building Group), and Duke York (York Enterprises).

And, there are more that are so close: Sue Zimmerman (Horiuchi Zimmerman Bartels PS) has 5; Leslie Jensen, Rebecca Jones and Scott Wilson have 4; Sean Comfort, Josh Dunn and Gary Patterson have 3; Steve Garitone, Dave Graff, Ron Hendrickson, Lynne Hill, Tom O’Connor and Bill Tucker have 2; and 11 other members have already recruited their 1st toward their goal!

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General Membership Events

December 6Elected Officials ReceptionLocation: MBA Office, 5 pm

December 20Presidents Ball &

Installation of OfficersLocation: Fircrest Golf Club,

5:30 pm

January 15General Membership

MeetingLocation: Puyallup Best

Western, 5:15 pm

February 19Nothing but Networking Location: TBD, 5:15 pm

March 19Housing Forum

Location: Cheney Stadium, 11:30 am

Design Professionals Council5:30 p.m. - 2nd Thursday

January 10Education Meeting

w/ Northlight PhotographyLocation: TBD

February 21Education Meeting

w/ Spring Window FashiionsLocation: TBD

March 11 Education Meeting

Location: TBD

April 9 Education Meeting

Location: TBD

Remodelors™ Council6 p.m. - 4th Tuesday

November 27Location: CR Floors

Federal Way

January 22Location: TBD

February 26TBD

March 26Location: TBD

April 24Location: TBD

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What sets us apart from other Councils is how much the RC gives back to the community. This year there have been numerous companies within

the RC that have stepped up to the plate to give back. Last year at the Festival of Trees we had more than 35 volunteers give 250

hours of their time to help the designers set up for the event. This year we will help again on Tuesday, November 27 from 8-5, sign up today with Kawehi at the MBA office to be a part of this great group.

York Enterprises is holding their fourth annual “Fill the Truck” Food Drive for NW Harvest! Last year, along with our team of suppliers and sub contractors, we collected food and filled one of our large trucks for donation just before Christmas. We are going to try to fill two of our large trucks, since we surpassed our goal last year with over 1500 pounds of food donated and delivered. Stop by and support us. On August 4, 2012 Milgard Windows & Doors celebrated its 50th anniversary by hosting a company-wide Day of Caring. On Saturday, August 4th, each Milgard location sponsored 25-50 children for their back to school needs. Volunteers from Milgard locations in Tacoma; Sacramento, Hollister, Simi Valley and Temecula, California; and Denver, Colorado

teamed with the Salvation Army to escort underprivileged children through local department stores to pick out back to school clothes. Each child was also provided with a new backpack filled with school supplies. This fantastic event was made possible through the Milgard MG/CAT program. Established in 1987, the Matching Gift/Community Action Team was created so employees can actively give back to the communities in which they live and work. On July 24, Cory Newingham contacted the MBA office looking for someone that might be able to help him build a ramp for his dad. His dad was in rehab and they could not

release him until a ramp was built. An email was sent out to the MBA members and Frank Egner from Frank and Sons Construction, stepped up to the plate. He said that Frank and Sons would do the project if we could help with some materials. Another call was put out to the RC members and GRAY LUMBER stepped up donating all of the lumber. Below is an email from Cory. He also sent a picture of the ramp with his dad! “I just wanted to take some time to express our sincerest gratitude for all you and Frank and Sons did for my father. We couldn’t have designed it any better and this works out perfect for my dad! We are so thankful for your kindness and generosity and would like to offer

our helping hand if ever needed. This was truly a blessing from the man upstairs! Again, thank you soooo much and please let me know if we can ever help with another project like this.” In September the Tour of Remodeled Homes was able to give $2500 to the Helping Hands Fund and Tree House, both personally funded programs at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. The council has given nearly $65,000 to this fun since 1999! Many of the RC Council members also participated in Walk A Mile In Her Shoes and Rebuilding Together South Sound. Thank you to all of the council members for their time and efforts in reaching our community. Please keep us posted with what your company is doing. Our next RC meeting will be held at CR Floors, 34323 Pacific Hwy South, Federal Way on November 27 at 6 pm. You can sign up at Eventbrite or go to the MBA Website. See you there and keep giving back!

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We Are a Giving Council

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Members 5 to 9 YearsGenCon Pacific, Inc.Mercurio’s Heating & Air ConditioningPuget Paving & Construction Inc.Steve Franich PlumbingJames P Selden IncUS Sheet Metal Co. Inc.Achten’s Quality RoofingProvident ElectricSecurity Gate & Access LLCLakewood FordLangseth Environmental Services, Inc.South Sound Magazine-Affiliate Lander Martinson

Members 2 to 4 YearsNewton Plumbing, Inc.Titus-Will Ford Toyota ScionCatherine Shively Interior DesignerGround Effects Landscaping, Inc.Harlow Construction Co., Inc.Nicholson & Associates, LLC-Affiliate Eric KantorDanard Electric Inc.

Members First YearAult Electric Co., Inc.City Energy Systems

THANKS FOR RENEWING*

*As of 9/30/12

Members 25 to 29 YearsFox & Dahlia Homes

Members 20 to 24 YearsBrookdale LumberLanway HomesAHBL, Inc.Bank of America Merrill LynchGlassman Inc.Spectrum Sign Company, Inc.

Members 15 to 19 YearsSun’s Eye Solar PowerSunrise Energy SystemsBrink Painting & Construction LLC/RESTORUMitchel Plumbing Co.

Members 10 to 14 YearsBlue Dolfin InteriorsCrescent Lighting Supply, Inc.Gary Howe ConstructionHomeStreet BankShattuck & Associates, Inc.2-10 Home Buyers Warranty CorporationContour Countertops