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NORTH TEXAS HOMEBUILDERS ASSOCIATION
ReporterVolume 6, No. 6 • June 2013
4410 Fairway Boulevard • Wichita Falls, TX 76308 • P: 940.692.2211 • F: 940.692.2214www.nthba.com
Dates toRemember
• Parade of Homes is scheduled for June 1st - 9th.
• Be thinking about someone who deserves to be in the Housing Hall of Honor. Applications for nominees will be accepted through July 29, 2013 and can be downloaded from the NTHBA website, www.nthba.com. Start now and avoid the pressure of waiting until the last minute.
• Business Expo scheduled for September 5, 2013 from 12:00AM - 1:00PM.
Watch your mail, the NTHBA website, and read your emails for more information on things that are happening with the North Texas Home Builders Association.
New MemberDenise Henry..............Breegle Abbey Carpet & FloorBob Hayes....................Breegle Abbey Carpet & Floor
Welcome!
RenewalsBinswanger Glass....................................Charlie BeaverBreegle Abbey Carpet & Floor.................Tom NicholsEddie Blackburn Construction..........Eddie BlackburnFerguson-Veresh......................................John FergusonOverhead Door Co. of Wichita Falls......John AhearnStewart Title Company........................Randy SchaffnerTexoma Community Credit Union....Wayne MansurUnion Square Federal Credit Union....Delinda Dodd
Thanks for Renewing!
June BirthdaysEddie Holcomb...................................................13Bill Franklin..........................................................23
Happy Birthday!
UPDATE - Since the 83rd regular session is coming to a close I just wanted to pass along this update from your hard working people at the TAB offices:HB 1503 Sent to Governor's Desk:HB 1503 by Rep. John Kuempel (R-Seguin) relates to the appointment of building contractors to certain trade advisory boards of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. HB 1503 passed the Senate on the Local & Uncontested calendar May 20th,
and is headed to the Governor's desk. HB 1503 would mandate that a builder serve on the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board and the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Advisory Board. The bill roughly follows the practice of the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which currently has two builder members on its nine member board. This bill is a TAB priority because electrical systems and air conditioning mechanisms are key components of a home and play a vital role in a home’s overall construction practices and affordability. HB 4 Sent to Governor's Desk:HB 4, establishing the State Water Implementation Fund of Texas (SWIFT), is out of conference committee and on its way to the Governor's desk. Governor Perry released a statementMay 20, commenting on the importance of HB 4: "HB 4 helps ensure Texas has a reliable water supply for the next 50 years by promoting conservation and innovative reuse, while further developing brackish and desalination water treatment in addition to traditional reservoir and pipeline conveyance projects. These measures will help address the increased demand our population growth will have on our water needs now and into the future." HB 4 is a TAB priority bill because it would improve the state's water infrastructure and secure a reliable water supply in Texas. SJR 1, which provided funding for water infrastructure in the Senate version and establishes a constitutionally-dedicated water infrastructure fund in the House version, has passed the Senate and is on the House calendar (see "Budget Update").HB 5 Conferees Named:The conference committee members for HB 5, by Representative Jimmie Don Aycock (R-Killeen), have been named. The House conferees are: Aycock, Chair; Huberty, Deshotel, Larry Gonzales and Eddie Rodriguez. The Senate conferees are: Patrick, Chair; Williams, Van de Putte, Seliger and Duncan. HB 5 is a major high school curriculum and testing reform bill. HB 5 includes TAB priority language that increases the quality and availability of career and technical education programs in the public school system. TAB is proud to support HB 5 because it promotes college and career readiness. Budget Update:SB 1, the appropriations bill, was approved by the conference committee on Friday. SJR 1, which came out of the Senate with Rainy Day Fund money for water infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and public education, was voted out of the House Appropriations Committee this week without any of the Rainy Day Fund provisions but instead establishing the State Water Implementation Fund as a constitutionally dedicated fund for implementation of the state water plan. The House budget conferees are agreed to allocate $2 billion from the Rainy Day Fund for water infrastructure projects, and that is expected to be in HB 1025, the supplemental appropriations bill, which has passed the House and been voted out of the Senate Finance Committee. SJR 1 is on the House calendar.
PRAY FOR RAIN
STEVEN HINSONPresident
Calendar of EventsParade of Homes....................................................June 1-9, 2013
Membership, Meetings, & Education....................June 11, 2013Committee Meeting........................................................10:00AM
Publications and Communications ......................June 11, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................11:00AM
Parade of Homes & Special Events .....................June 12, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................10:00AM
Government Affiars ................................................June 13, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................11:00AM
Father’s Day...............................................................June 16, 2013
Budget & By-Laws Committee ..............................June 18, 2013Meeting .................................................................................9:15AM
Board of Directors Meeting ..................................June 19, 2013 .............................................................................................11:00AM
Sunbelt Builder Show & Board Meetings......June 23-26, 2013
NTHBA Member since 1972
Lane Landes, Owner
2801 Kell EastWichita FallsTexas 76308
Phone (940) 692-5734
Fax (940) 692-0391
RWP SERVICES OCE of Texas
Randy PebworthFencing
Custom GatesLandscaping
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UPDATE - Since the 83rd regular session is coming to a close I just wanted to pass along this update from your hard working people at the TAB offices:HB 1503 Sent to Governor's Desk:HB 1503 by Rep. John Kuempel (R-Seguin) relates to the appointment of building contractors to certain trade advisory boards of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. HB 1503 passed the Senate on the Local & Uncontested calendar May 20th,
and is headed to the Governor's desk. HB 1503 would mandate that a builder serve on the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board and the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Advisory Board. The bill roughly follows the practice of the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which currently has two builder members on its nine member board. This bill is a TAB priority because electrical systems and air conditioning mechanisms are key components of a home and play a vital role in a home’s overall construction practices and affordability. HB 4 Sent to Governor's Desk:HB 4, establishing the State Water Implementation Fund of Texas (SWIFT), is out of conference committee and on its way to the Governor's desk. Governor Perry released a statementMay 20, commenting on the importance of HB 4: "HB 4 helps ensure Texas has a reliable water supply for the next 50 years by promoting conservation and innovative reuse, while further developing brackish and desalination water treatment in addition to traditional reservoir and pipeline conveyance projects. These measures will help address the increased demand our population growth will have on our water needs now and into the future." HB 4 is a TAB priority bill because it would improve the state's water infrastructure and secure a reliable water supply in Texas. SJR 1, which provided funding for water infrastructure in the Senate version and establishes a constitutionally-dedicated water infrastructure fund in the House version, has passed the Senate and is on the House calendar (see "Budget Update").HB 5 Conferees Named:The conference committee members for HB 5, by Representative Jimmie Don Aycock (R-Killeen), have been named. The House conferees are: Aycock, Chair; Huberty, Deshotel, Larry Gonzales and Eddie Rodriguez. The Senate conferees are: Patrick, Chair; Williams, Van de Putte, Seliger and Duncan. HB 5 is a major high school curriculum and testing reform bill. HB 5 includes TAB priority language that increases the quality and availability of career and technical education programs in the public school system. TAB is proud to support HB 5 because it promotes college and career readiness. Budget Update:SB 1, the appropriations bill, was approved by the conference committee on Friday. SJR 1, which came out of the Senate with Rainy Day Fund money for water infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and public education, was voted out of the House Appropriations Committee this week without any of the Rainy Day Fund provisions but instead establishing the State Water Implementation Fund as a constitutionally dedicated fund for implementation of the state water plan. The House budget conferees are agreed to allocate $2 billion from the Rainy Day Fund for water infrastructure projects, and that is expected to be in HB 1025, the supplemental appropriations bill, which has passed the House and been voted out of the Senate Finance Committee. SJR 1 is on the House calendar.
PRAY FOR RAIN
STEVEN HINSONPresident
Calendar of EventsParade of Homes....................................................June 1-9, 2013
Membership, Meetings, & Education....................June 11, 2013Committee Meeting........................................................10:00AM
Publications and Communications ......................June 11, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................11:00AM
Parade of Homes & Special Events .....................June 12, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................10:00AM
Government Affiars ................................................June 13, 2013Committee Meeting ........................................................11:00AM
Father’s Day...............................................................June 16, 2013
Budget & By-Laws Committee ..............................June 18, 2013Meeting .................................................................................9:15AM
Board of Directors Meeting ..................................June 19, 2013 .............................................................................................11:00AM
Sunbelt Builder Show & Board Meetings......June 23-26, 2013
NTHBA Member since 1972
Lane Landes, Owner
2801 Kell EastWichita FallsTexas 76308
Phone (940) 692-5734
Fax (940) 692-0391
RWP SERVICES OCE of Texas
Randy PebworthFencing
Custom GatesLandscaping
2012 /2013Officers & Directors
President - Steven HinsonVice President - Barney Brock
Associate Vice President - Eric NelsonTreasurer - Martin Litteken
Secretary - Tim SawyerImmediate Past President - Stan Mountain
State Director - Jose GarciaAlternate State Director - Stan Mountain
Life Director - Chuck Dennis
Executive Vice President - Teri Gibson
Builder DirectorsJohn Harmon - 1yrR.J. Wachsman - 1yrDavid Bedingfield - 2yrSteven Klasse - 2yr
Assoicate DirectorsJohnny McClane - 1yr
Larry Park - 2yr
Long Name. Big On Service.
1300 Tenth Str
Workplace Injuries Topic of May Builders Luncheon
Dr. Dan Babbel discussed “Workplace Injuries and Fixes from an Orthopedic Perspective” at the May membership luncheon of the North Texas Home Builders Association held recently at the Kemp Center for the Arts. Dr. Babbel said the construction industry provides a high number of injuries and plenty of business each year for orthopedic surgeons. “My two best friends are alcohol and power tools,” he noted. “They keep me in business.” As for ladders, he said, “They are bad to the bone!” He added that most injuries are sprains, strains, and contusions. “Seventy to 80 percent of adults strain their back sometime during their lives,” he said. During his presentation, Dr. Babbel used a power-point program to better emphasize and graphically present the impact that injuries can have on individuals if they are not careful in workplace situations or when using power tools. He showed several situations that would be humorous if not for the potential for serious injury.
Dr. Dan Babbel stands between NTHBA President Steven Hinson and Associate
Vice President Eric Nelson
703 E. ScottWichita Falls, TX 76308
OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY OF WICHITA FALLS
The OriginalSince 1921
601 Central Freeway EastWichita Falls, Texas 76302
Phone (940) 767-7788Fax (940) 687-3677
Commercial/ResidentialSales, Service,
Installation
Delinda DoddMortgage Team
Member
Always Remember to do Business with Association Members!BRYAN WAGGONER
3907 Kell Boulevar W Texas 76308
WINDOWS, DOORSAND MORE!
522 Beverly DriveWichita Falls, Texas 76309 723-1436
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STEWART TITLE COMPANY - Backed by Stewart Title Guaranty Company’s more than 100 years of service in the abstract/title business, and a local history dating back to 1922, Stewart Title of Wichita Falls (formerly U.S. Title) provides closing services, maintains escrow accounts, and issues title insurance. Stewart Title of Wichita Falls is committed to professional and consistent outstanding service to give each customer the utmost satisfaction while maintaining a team effort among company employees. Founded by Randy Schaffner as U.S. Title in 1988, a majority interest was sold to Stewart Title Company in November 2000. Stewart Title of Wichita Falls, with Randy Schaffner as president has written millions of dollars in title insurance since 1988. Our customer base includes realtors, lenders, mortgage bankers, credit unions, builders, developers, and attorneys. Stewart Title of Wichita Falls is active in community affairs, including membership in the Wichita Falls Board of Commerce & Industry, Better Business Bureau, Wichita Falls Association of Realtors, and North Texas Home Builders Association, Henrietta and Clay County Chamber of Commerce, Turkey Fest, Clay County Christmas, Kemp Center- Country True, North Texas Rehab Auction- Texas Ranch Round Up, Wichita Falls Area Food Bank, Empty
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Please contact NTHBA 692-2211 to set up your ad.
Serving Wichita, Archer and Clay Counties
1920 Elmwood North Ave. Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
Inc.
Jean Taylor, CESA Maggie Johnson [email protected] [email protected]
1204 28th StreetWichita Falls
(940) 766-3291
(940) 691-4212
“Masters in Home Makeovers”
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ACME BRICK COMPANY
6701 Seymour Hwy.Wichita Falls, TX 76310
Harold NewtonBranch Manager
(940) 691-9679 office(940) 691-2560 office(940) 691-9678 [email protected]
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Dr. Babbel received his doctorate of medicine in 2005 from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Neb. He completed his internship in 2006 at the University Of Missouri Department Of General Surgery and his residency in 2010 at the University Of Missouri Department Of Orthopedics. In 2011, he completed a Hand Surgery Fellowship at INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Dr. Babbel specializes in hand surgery and is fluent in Spanish. Association President Steven Hinson announced to the membership that the Parade of Homes “Builders Gone Wild” Kickoff Luncheon will be held on Friday, May 31, in front on the Showcase Home at #13 Canyon View Court in Canyon Trails. The ribbon-cutting event to officially start the Parade will be held at 1 p.m. A 42-inch flat-screen television will be given away at the luncheon.
American National BankMortgage LoansHome Loans From Your Home Town Bankanbhomeloan.com (940)397-2333
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Always Remember to do Business with Association Members!BRYAN WAGGONER
3907 Kell Boulevar W Texas 76308(940) 691-3641
E-Mail [email protected]
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Serving Texas & Oklahoma since 1971
www.TheEmberShop.com
Fireplaces by
Service and Installation
Xtrordinair
Monessen
Isokern
Stone Age
Mendota
Majestic
Vanguard
Town & Country
Golden Blount
Wood Burning & Gas Wood & Cast Stone Mantels
Outdoor Kitchens
JOHNNY McCLANE4101 McNiel Avenue
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
THE
EmberShop
Summer solstice is a time of reflection, growth, with a rich history of celebration
By Tammy Trotter-Bazzle/Special to Independent Mail
It’s June, and the days are growing longer and definitely warmer. The Wheel of the Year is turning and is bringing us to summer solstice in the northern hemisphere. This will mark the longest day of the year. There are two solstices per year: Summer and winter. The term solstice derives from Latin meaning sun and stand still. The summer solstice has been celebrated for thousands of years. It was observed in ancient Egypt as well as by the Aztecs of Mexico, the indigenous Europeans, Native Americans and the Chinese to name a few. The date for this solstice varies but is typically on June 21. While many consider this the beginning of summer, it is in fact midsummer. Ancient cultures began their summer on the celebration of Beltane on May 1. Summer solstice is believed to be the best time to harvest honey from bees. Because of this the full moon in June is often referred to as the honey moon. This time was a halfway point between planting and harvesting for ancient people. It was believed that the successful union between god and goddess occurred at Beltane on May 1. To not compete with deities, people waited until June to plan weddings. This also is thought to have been the origination of the traditional June weddings now. The summer solstice is a balance of fire and water in relation to our elements. Our crops are growing tall and strong in the summer sun, but they will require water to continue to thrive. This is the last celebration before we begin to celebrate our harvests at Lammas in August. The summer solstice is a time of growth and an excellent time to reflect on your growth. Nurture and tend to your gardens, for the harvest season will be here before we know it.
Debra ClementsMortgage ConsultantMortgage
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 2301 KELL BLVD.WICHITA FALLS, TX 76308MAC T9904-010
Commercial ServicesJohn Thompson
Mike SharpMark Miller
3301 Kell Blvd., Wichita Falls, TX 76308
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ATMOS ENERGY - Atmos Energy proudly provides natural gas service to homes and businesses in Wichita Falls and many other communities in Texas. As one of the largest natural-gas-only distributors in the United States, Atmos Energy provides natural gas service to about 3 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in more than 1,400 communities in 8 states. Atmos Energy also owns non-regulated natural gas operations that provide natural gas supplies to industrial and municipal customers, in addition to managing natural gas storage and pipeline assets.Throughout the company’s more than 100 year history, it has grown through mergers and acquisitions of natural gas utilities; which include the 2006 purchase of the distribution and pipeline operations of TXU Gas Company formally known as Lone Star Gas Company.Natural Gas is Responsible EnergyWhen you choose natural gas appliances for your home you are making a responsible energy choice. Natural gas is the efficient, reliable, comfortable and clean energy solution. To make sure customers’ experience with Atmos Energy is convenient and easy, you can reach Atmos Energy by phone during business hours at 1-888-286-6700 or anytime online at www.atmosenergy.com.Sharon Tucker is the Marketing Development Specialist located in Wichita Falls and has been with the gas company for 30 years. Sharon works closely with builders, developers and economic development groups in North Texas. She is instrumental in getting natural gas infrastructure into new developments and meters installed for new home projects. Sharon also keeps everyone informed with the latest changes in the natural gas industry and regulations. Contact Sharon Tucker at 940-696-7630 or email her at [email protected].
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1300 Hatton RoadWichita Falls, TX 76301Phone: (940) 767-2506
Commercial/Residential Plumbing, Builder Sales, Appliances, Lighting
Fax: (940) 761-5563(888) 266-1387
www.ferguson.com
DON WRIGHT - PresidentCell: (940) 636-56412606 GRANT STREETWICHITA FALLS, TX 76309Tel: (940) 696-2758fax: (940) 691-3757 Let Us Check Your Shorts
BEST ELECTRIC COMPANY
CHRI DOCKMA COMPANY2071 FM 171
Wichita Falls, Texas 76305Phone & Fax (940) 767-9710
Cell (940) 704-3471 Jerry Fillmon, Owner/Manager
Martin Litteken, Jr., P.E.
2406 Kell BoulevardWichita Falls, Texas 76309-5326
Phone: (940) 322-6450 Fax: (940) 723-6006
North Texas Home Builders Association Would like to Thank these Businesses and individual s who have either donated or
discounted their services and or items for the 2013 Show Case Home:
Builders Lumber Company
Birkenfeld Electric Dutch Watson Cabinets
The Ember Shop The Lantern House Hamilton Bryan
Texas Carpet Outlet Times Record News
Woodco Supply Wilson Office Supply
Otis Thomas Refrigeration Sherwin Williams
Candice Abney Specialized Wall Painting Shelia Hammonds Designer
The North Texas Home Builder Association would like to thank Landmark Title for
sponsoring the 2013 Parade of Homes Kick-Off lunch and Kiowa Kooks who prepared it along with these businesses and individuals who donated items for our Parade of
Homes Kick-Off lunch silent auction items:
Allred Thompson Mason Daugherty Insurance – Shawn Blacklock Builders Lumber – Scott Hollars
Guarantee Title Company – Eric Nelson & Kolter Luckert Landmark Title – Cindy David
Morrison Supply Company – Mason Adams CVS Pharmacy – John Robbins
Patterson Auto – Lamont Myles The Containery – Beth Hamilton
Harvest Drug – Janet Beard Standz Salon – Kellie Mahaffey
The proceeds from the items will benefit the Texas Association of Builders HOMEPAC fund
which is distributed throughout the state of Texas to help elect officials who work to keep the home building industry vital and homes more affordable for the buyer.
Thank you to these businesses and individuals for your donation for the TV for our drawing at the Show Case Home Ribbon Cutting
Birkenfeld Electric – Gary Birkenfeld
Dutch Watson Cabinets – Dutch Watson & Tommy Johnson Forsgren Plumbing – Wilford Forsgren
Thank you Parade of Home Committee for all your hard work organizing
the 2013 Parade of Homes – Barney Brock, Dorothy Rhone, Eric Nelson, Cindy David, Scott Hollars, Mason Adams & Shawn Blacklock
4301 Jacksboro Hwy.Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 763-2265Fax (940) 763-2200
SANDY STROUDPresident
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LANDMARKTITLE COMPANY
Your title needs handled promptly
Bowls, American Cancer Society, Boy Scouts, Wichita Falls Downtown Rotary Club, Wichita Falls Little League, and United Way. Their brother-in-law, W.C. Morris, and later his sons, Carloss and Stewart Morris, Sr. and their sons Malcolm and Stewart Morris, Jr., all operated the company. The company has steadily grown over the years and now has thousands of issuing offices in all fifty states and around the world with its headquarters in Houston. Today, CEO Matt Morris’ leadership marks the fifth generation of William H. Stewart’s descendants to head the company. Stewart is a trusted provider of real estate services for consumers, real estate professionals, mortgage lenders and servicers, legal professionals and governments throughout the U.S. and around the world. Through a focus on integrity, smart growth and conservative management, Stewart remains committed to serving our customers, innovating and improving to meet their needs in an ever-changing market. Call Stewart Title for all your Title Insurance needs. (940)691-5600 or visit our web site at www.stewart.com.
ATMOS ENERGY Atmos Energy proudly provides natural gas service to homes and businesses in Wichita Falls and many other communities in Texas. As one of the largest natural-gas-only
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Congratulations Scholarship Winners!
Mindy Schroeder, Kolten Booher, Bryce Tucker, Colten Carnes and Jeffrey Maldonado.
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2525 Kell Blvd., Suite 100Wichita Falls, TX 76308
940.763.2100 (main line)940.763.2101 (fax)
Justin Davis
ery
distributors in the United States, we provide natural gas service to 3.2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in more than 1,600 communities in 12 states. Atmos Energy also owns non-regulated natural gas operations that provides natural gas supplies to industrial customers and municipal customers, in addition to managing natural gas storage and pipeline assets.Throughout our more than 100 year history, Atmos Energy has grown through mergers and acquisition of natural gas utilities; which includes the 2006 purchase of the distribution and pipeline operations of TXU Gas Company.
Natural Gas is Responsible Energy When you choose natural gas appliances for your home you are making a responsible energy choice. Natural gas is the efficient, reliable, comfortable and clean energy solution. We also want to make sure your experience with Atmos Energy is convenient and easy. Our customer service team is dedicated to serve you promptly and we offer online options that are available anytime. Sharon Tucker is the Marketing Development Specialist for the Mid-Tex Division located in Wichita Falls. Sharon works closely with the builders and developers of North Texas helping to get gas brought into new developments and meters set for their new home projects. Sharon also keeps everyone informed with the latest changes involved in the natural gas industry and regulations. Contact Sharon Tucker at 940-696-7630, 940-636-0237 or [email protected] for more information about natural gas.
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2801 Midwestern Parkway, Suite 200Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
940-782-38058011 Se Wichita Falls, TX 76310
And, ye fathers, provoke not yourchildren to wrath: but bring themup in the nurture and admonitionof the Lord. Ephesians 6:4
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