Page 1The Arizona Housing NewsletterJan - Feb 2018

A Publication of the Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona Volume 15, Issue 01

The Arizona Housing Newsletter

We are excited to announce that Kevin Clayton, CEO of Clayton Homes, will give the Keynote Presentation at the upcoming 2018 Arizona Manufactured

Housing Conference and Golf Tournament, taking place May 15 - 17, 2018 at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino in Chandler, Arizona.

We are once again is teaming up with Manufactured Housing Communities of Arizona (MHCA) for a joint Conference that will bring the entire manufactured housing industry together for an awesome educational and networking experience.

The program will feature several speakers on a variety of topics focused on helping YOU to improve YOUR business and our industry. In additional to the educational program, we have an excellent Exhibitor events and a special networking Welcoming Reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres designed to help you build relationships with colleagues within the industry.

Speakers include: John Underwood, Director of Training and Development at Alta Cima Corp; Lifestylist, Suzanne Felber; Darren Krolewski, Co-President, Chief Business Development Officer, MHVillage / Datacomp. CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM AND REGISTER NOW!

Kevin Clayton, CEO of Clayton Homes, has worked in the family business from the age of seven. He also understood the benefit of appreciating the culture and tactics of other highly successful companies, working at DeRoyal Industries and later Prudential Bache on Wall Street. He graduated James Madison University and later received an MBA from the University of Tennessee. During his career with Clayton Homes, Kevin has worked in and led each of the five business groups before transitioning into the role of CEO in 1999. Clayton Homes was publicly traded for 20 years prior to Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. ownership in 2003. As the nation’s largest homebuilder, Clayton Homes’ purpose is “Opening doors to a better life.” Kevin enjoys working on education initiatives, founding a STEM school, and serving as a board member for SCORE (Tennessee Education). He and his wife, Chelly, have one daughter, Ella.

Kevin Clayton, CEOClayton Homes

Kevin Clayton to be Keynote SpeaKer at 2018 aZ ManufaCtured HouSing ConferenCe

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In This Issue...Accepting Scholarship Applications Page 2 Harold Burtzloff Receives Award Page 10John Underwood Back for Training Page 3 EnergyStar Tax Credit Extended Page 11Board of Director Nominations Page 4 Annual Golf Tournament Page 12MHIA Association Awards Page 5 New Member Tours Factory Page 12Conference Mobile App Page 6 MHI National Congress & Expo Page 132018 Conference Registration Page 7 Congress Weighs in on HUD Regs Page 14Conference Sponsor/Exhibitor Page 8 Calendar of Events Page 15MHI Leadership Meets with HUD Page 9

MHIA Leadership

Executive CommitteeJim Breen, ChairmanNorman Ball, Vice ChairmanDavid Roe, Jr., TreasurerTerry Gleeson, SecretaryCody Pearce, Past Chairman

Board of DirectorsSam BairdNorman BallKory BeickelRick BolesJim BreenJan EschChris FosterTerry GleesonCody PearceScott RobertsDavid H. Roe, Jr.David StoneNick TaylorScott TownsendJoshua WendtShane Willson

Division PresidentsTerry Ragan, NorthwestKory Beickel, PhoenixMichael Bryant, SouthwestScott Townsend, TucsonChris Foster, White Mountain

Gov’t & Zoning CommitteeNorman Ball, ChairmanTerry GleesonCody PearceDavid H. Roe, Jr.

appliCationS are being aCCepted for tHe dave blanK MeMorial SCHolarSHip prograM

The Dave Blank Memorial Scholarship is an educational scholarship created by the Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona (MHIA) in the fall of 2016 to honor the

memory of Dave Blank who worked for an industry manufacturer for 27 years. Dave Blank firmly adhered to a very high code of ethics and led by example. Dave was dedicated to his family and understood the value of a good education and what a difference it can make in a person’s life.

The Dave Blank Memorial Scholarship establishes educational programs and opportunities for students who

are directly related to a member of the Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona Association, including spouse, children and grandchildren. The Scholarship is currently limited to $1,000.00 per calendar year. The Scholarship Committee will make selection awards to outstanding scholars or students with compelling needs.

What types of scholarships and grants are available? The Dave Blank Memorial Scholarship will make financial aid available to students accepted to enroll or currently enrolled at any accredited university or college. The amount of the current award is limited to $1,000.00 per year and may vary based on individual needs and/or qualifications.

How does a student qualify? MHIA Member related students must forward a copy of the application to the Scholarship Committee at the MHIA office. The application’s presentation and thoroughness weigh heavily. The Scholarship Committee will base its decisions on need and/or merit.

When are the applications due? Applications are due at the Scholarship Committee office no later than March 28th, for the fall semester of the coming school year. All information must be completed for consideration.

When are the awards announced? The Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes award decisions in early June. Recipients will be notified by mail immediately following the meeting.

Please contact Kim at (480) 456-6530 or kim@azhousing.org to receive a copy of the application. It’s a very simple application with emphasis on the student’s 200 - 300 word essay and scholastic performance.

Dave Blank

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For the past 2 years, John Underwood has been one of our top rated speakers at our Annual Conference. We’re pleased to report that John has agreed to once

again provide a fun and informative presentation dedicated to the manufactured housing industry.

Overcoming Objections and Closing More Sales

More sales are lost throughout our industry, simply for the fact that too many salespeople completely misunderstand objections and still have a fear of asking for the sale.

In this session, I am going to destroy the Top 5 Myths about OBJECTIONS that are costing your sales team a lot of transactions and provide you with 3 Sure-fire Methods to ask for the sale… AND GET THE SALE.

Whether you’re in retail or on the community side, your future is linked to your ability to close more transactions.

DON’T MISS THIS VALUABLE SESSION.

John Underwood is Director of Training and Development at Alta Cima Corp. Over the past 25 years, Mr. Underwood has focused entirely on the development of sales teams, training both sales and sales management personnel in the factory built housing industry. His monthly articles in trade publications covering a variety of sales and sales management issues are both well received and widely read.

Mr. Underwood is considered as one of the most respected subject matter experts in the areas of consumer behavior, sales and sales management development and training.

As a consultant, sales and sales management trainer and keynote speaker, Mr. Underwood has helped thousands of sales professionals increase both their understanding of the psychology of selling as well as their personal sales performance. For his corporate clients, Mr. Underwood has helped increase their sales productivity, some by as much as 50%+ per year for 3 consecutive years. Bottom line… if you want to increase sales, he’s worth listening to.

top rated SpeaKer - JoHn underwood - iS baCK for More SaleS training

John UnderwoodAlta Cima Corp

The MHIA Board of Directors will have 5 seats up for election for the term 2018 – 2020. The seats up for election are from the following Membership Councils: (1) Contractor/Installer; (1) Developer; (1) Lender;

(1) Manufacturer; and (1) Retailer Council. If you would like to nominate yourself or another person for a Board position, please complete the enclosed form on Page 4 and mail to MHIA or fax to (480) 456-6529. Nomination Forms must be received no later than April 15, 2018 to be included on the ballot. Elections will take place during the 2018 Annual Convention on Wednesday, May 16, 2018.

board of direCtorS noMinationS

Page 4The Arizona Housing NewsletterJan - Feb 2018Board Nomination Form Revised: March 8, 2018

2018 Board of Directors Nomination Form

Name of Nominee:

Nominating for which Council Vacancy: Contractor/Installer (1) Developer (1) Lender (1)

Manufacturer (1) Retailer (1)

Nominee’s Company Name:

Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Phone: Fax:

Email: Cell Phone:

A.) Involvement in MHIAZ (current or past experiences: Board of Directors, State Committees, Division

Officer, Division Committee, PAC Member, other):

B.) Industry Experience, Background and interest in serving on the Board of Directors:

C.) Involvement in Civic Organization, Business Groups or Related Associations, other:

Your Name: Phone:

Company Name:

Address:

Signature: Date:

Nominations will be accepted until April 15, 2018. Only voting delegates or their alternates are eligible to vote. If you do not know who the voting delegate is for your company or need to make a change, please contact us at (480) 456-6530 or info@azhousing.org. Please mail completed forms to: MHIAZ, 4525 South Lakeshore Drive, Suite 105, Tempe, AZ 85282 or fax to: (480) 456-6529.

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From time to time, AHA honors an individual with the “Ruth C. Kaseman Award,” which is the highest honor the Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona bestows to an industry member. Mrs. Kaseman

was the first woman to serve on the Phoenix City Council. She was the first executive secretary of the Arizona Mobile Home Association. She helped write the original national MH building code, and was the first person from Arizona inducted into the National RV/MH Heritage Foundation Hall of Fame.

Previous recipients of this award include:

Cody Pearce .............................. 2017 Frankie Johnson ................. 2015 Keith Paplham .......................... 2012 Rick Busbee ......................... 2010 Sam Baird .................................. 2008 Irv Hill ................................... 2005

Mary Johnson ............................ 2004 Nick Taylor ........................... 2002 Harold Burtzloff .......................... 2001 Roger Wendt ........................ 2000 Ken Anderson ............................ 1999 Annette Hannon ................... 1995 Brad Nikolaus ............................ 1994 Al Ghelfi ............................... 1992 Ted Weinhold ............................. 1991 Jacob E. Hannon ................. 1990 Ruth C. Kaseman ...................... 1988

An individual’s life is characterized by their beliefs, values, and actions; the integrity they show in their daily life; the way they care for those around them; the time they dedicate to leading by example.

These characteristics represent the spirit and inspiration of Jacob E. Hannon.

In 1970, Jake founded AAA Home Sales, Inc., and grew the company to number one in the US. Jake served as Past Chairman of the Arizona Image Committee and in 1990, was the recipient of the Ruth C. Kaseman Award. Jake was also awarded the Distinguished Leadership Award in 2000. In 2003, the first Jake Hannon Inspiration Award was presented in memory of Jacob E. Hannon, and accepted by his surviving wife, Marlene Hannon.

Jake was admired by those who worked for him and who worked with him. He cared deeply about his family, friends, employees, customers, association, and his industry. He was always there to help and was always reliable. Jake made everyone who came into contact with him feel special, and his word was golden.

Previous recipients of this award include:

Dave Blank ................................ 2016 Sam Baird ............................ 2015 Ray Anderson ............................ 2011 M.F. “Buzz” Busbee ............. 2005 Jacob E. Hannon ....................... 2003

MHia aSSoCiation awardS

Nominations are now being accepted for the Ruth C. Kaseman Award and the Jake Hannon Inspiration Award. A nominee should be an individual who is, or has been, an active participant in one or more segments of the

manufactured housing industry in Arizona and has made significant contributions to the industry in addition to their business or occupational success. A nominee should be an individual whose life demonstrates the highest level of values, integrity and dedication. If you know of someone you would like to nominate for the Jake Hannon Inspiration Award, call the MHIA office at (480) 456-6530 or email info@azhousing.org to request a nomination form.

rutH C. KaSeMan award

JaKe Hannon inSpiration award

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Use Our Mobile App and SAVE $10!

This year we are offering a $10 per person discount to those who will use the app you can download onto your phone and/or iPad that contains everything you

need to fully enjoy the 2018 Arizona Manufactured Housing Conference.

The app is already live – to download it onto your phone or Ipad: Step 1: Go to: https://attendify.com/app/fdmg3z/

Step 2: Download the “Attendify – Network at Events” app

Step 3: Open the app and look for AZ MH – this is the app for our Conference

Each time we make changes on the app, such as new sponsors and exhibitors, they will show up the next time you open it.

The app will include: � A list of all of the classes, including info on the subjects and the

instructors, as well as a copy of their handouts. � Create a list of classes you want to attend and set alerts to notify you

when they are about to start. � A list of all sponsors and exhibitors, including their contact information. � A Forum for posting messages and pictures to the entire group. � The ability to send private messages to other people who have joined

in on the app. � Rate classes and speakers quickly and easily. � There’s even an area to type your own notes!

On the “Schedule”, you can just hit the little star next to each of the classes you want to attend to make your own schedule. Under the menu, hit “Favorites & Notes” to take notes in each class.

Under “People” you will see a list of all who have signed in to the app, and you can make general comments such as how exciting the Conference will be or send a personal message to anyone listed.

There are also sections listing the Sponsors and Exhibitors where you will find information on each and any of their handouts they have shared with us to post. The “Speakers” section will give you detailed information on the speakers.

We hope you do download the app, play with it a little and then let us know on your registration form whether you wish to use it and receive a $10 discount or get the notebook.

Arizona Manufactured Housing Conference

Attendee Registration

Golf Tournament: Tuesday, May 15, 2018Conference: Wednesday, May 16 - Thursday, May 17, 2018

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

Company:

Address: City/State/Zip:

Phone: Email:

1st Registrant: Nickname for Badge:

4th Registrant:

Nickname for Badge:

Email:

2nd Registrant:

Nickname for Badge:

Email:

3rd Registrant:

Nickname for Badge:

Email:

Total Due: $ ____________

Early One Day Registration Fees: _____ x $159.00 ________ (Received on or before 04/30/18) Early Two Day Registration Fees: _____ x $295.00 ________ (Received on or before 04/30/18)

Standard One Day Registration Fees: _____ x $199.00 ________ (Received after 04/30/18)

Standard Two Day Registration Fees: _____ x $320.00 ________ (Received after 04/30/18)

Non-Member Registration: _____ x $399.00 ________ Golf Tournament Registration Fees: _____ x $100.00 ________

Subtotal of Fees: $_______________

$10 Discount for Using App: _____ x $ 10.00 _________ (Subtract $10 for every registrant using the App instead of the Binder)

Registration Fees

Card Number:

Visa MasterCard Amex Expiration Date: / CVC Code:

Card Holder Name:

Billing Address (if different from above):

City/State/Zip: Signature:

Cancellation Policy: Full refund of registration fees less $25.00 will be given on any cancellation received by 5:00 PM on April 30, 2018. No refunds will be made thereafter. Substitutions will be permitted. Please note that any substitutions made after April 30, 2018 may not have printed name badges.

Return this form with payment to: MHIA, 4525 S. Lakeshore Dr., #105, Tempe, AZ 85282 or fax to 480-456-6529 or Email to kim@azhousing.org

Registration will not be accepted without payment. Registration fee does not include Hotel Accommodations.

May 16 & 17 May 16 Only May 17 Only Golf

May 16 & 17 May 16 Only May 17 Only Golf

May 16 & 17 May 16 Only May 17 Only Golf

May 16 & 17 May 16 Only May 17 Only Golf We will use App ($10 off) We will need Binders

Diamond$2,750

Lunch$2,000

Gold$1,500

Silver$1,000

Exhibitor$495

Exhibit space with Table and Chairs

Company Name & Logo in Program

Listing in App, Newsletters & Websites

Golf Hole Sponsorship Included

Advertisement in Conference App

Free Conference Registrations for 2 People 2 People 1 Person 1 Person 1 PersonFree Golf Registrations for 2 People 1 Person 1 Person 1 PersonChoice of Booth Location First Assigned Second Third AssignedAdvertisement in Conference Program Full Page 1/2 Page 1/2 Page 1/4 PageTime to Speak at Opening Session 10 Minutes 5 Minutes* 5 MinutesChosen Sponsorship Level (check 1)

2018 Arizona Manufactured Housing ConferenceSponsor & Exhibitor Benefits

Attendee RegistrationCompany:

Address: City/State/Zip:

Phone: Email:

1st Registrant: Nickname for Badge:

2nd Registrant: Nickname for Badge:

Golfers1st Golfer: Handicap or Average:

2nd Golfer: Handicap or Average:

Miscellaneous Additional Attendees ($200 ea):

Additional Golfers ($100 ea):

Golf Hole Sponsorship ($150 ea) Prize Donation: or $

Will your booth need electricity? Yes No Total Amount Due $

Make Check Payable to: MHIA, 4525 South Lakeshore Drive, Suite 105, Tempe, AZ 85282Credit Card Customers please contact Kim at (480) 456-6530 or kim@azhousing.org

*Lunch Sponsor Speaks at Luncheon

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MHi Senior leaderSHip MeetS witH wHite HouSe offiCialS & Hud SeCretary CarSon

MHI Chairman, Joe Stegmayer, (President & Chief Executive Officer of Cavco Industries, Inc.); Jayar Daily, MHI Manufacturers Division Chairman (Chief Operating Officer of American Homestar Corporation);

Richard Jennison, MHI President and CEO; and Dr. Lesli Gooch, MHI Senior Vice President for Government Affairs & Chief Lobbyist, met with HUD Secretary Ben Carson recently yo work on 3 specific issues.

1. Elevate manufactured housing from its current location within the Department so that the important role of manufactured housing is on par with multifamily and single-family site-built homes.

2. Realign regulatory enforcement with the goals of the President. MHI cited a litany of specific examples of overreach by HUD and discussed how manufacturers are held back considerably by regulatory obstacles that hinder innovation.

3. Facilitate financing for manufactured housing in federal housing loan programs.

Shortly after the session, HUD announced a review of rules and requested the industry provide comments on regulations added by HUD officials. After the review process, MHI anticipates some rollback of damaging rules that would ultimately add substantial cost to the consumer.

Pictured left to right: Richard Jennison, Dr. Lesli Gooch, Joe Stegmayer, Dr. Ben Carson; Jayar Daily, and Ted Hosp

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Harold burtZloff reCeiveS tHe wrigHt brotHerS MaSter pilot award

The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award was presented to Harold D. Burtzloff of Tucson, Arizona. The Wright Brothers Master

Pilot Award is the most prestigious award the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issues to pilots certified under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 FR) part 61. This award is named after the Wright Brothers, America’s first pilots, to recognize individuals who have exhibited professionalism, skill, and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft as “Master Pilots”.

Mrs. Ellen Burtzloff, Sue and Matt Gibbs (Harold and Ellen’s Daughter and Son-In Law), friends, and fellow pilots were in attendance to honor Harold. Harold and Ellen are proud parents of daughter Sue Gibbs and two sons, Dennis and Danny Burtzloff.

For over 51 years, and over 3,900 logged flight hours, Harold has, and continues to fly safely by working to maintain his proficiency, and advocating for aviation safety in his community. We recognize, thank, and congratulate Mr. Harold Burtzloff for his exemplary safety record, the fine example he sets, and his dedication to aviation safety.

As Harold has written “In the fall of 1965, I took my first airplane ride with a friend in a rented Cessna. That trip was about a 200 mile cross country, and I was hooked. In my business I knew that I had a lot of 400 miles trips to make, and with a plane I could do them in a day.”

Career Highlights: Starting in Liberal, Kansas in 1962, Harold owned and operated manufactured housing businesses in Arizona, Colorado, Kansas and Texas. Harold has since sold his companies, most recently selling Adobe Homes in Arizona, in 2013.

Awards: Harold received the Ruth C. Kaseman Award for excellence in the manufactured housing industry, the highest award given to an individual by the Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona. Harold is also a member of the Kansas Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame.

Community Service: May 2018 will mark Harold’s 50th year of service as a Rotarian in Kansas and Arizona.

The award was presented December 16, 2017, at La Cholla Airpark, Oro Valley, Arizona on behalf of Tina Buskirk, Acting Front Line Manager, Operations, FAASTeam (Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team) Program Manager (Operations) and Ernest R. Copeland, FAA Safety Team Program Manager (Airworthiness) of the Scottsdale Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). The presentation was made by Scottsdale FSDO FAASTeam Lead Representatives Barbara L. Harper, DM, and Mr. Howard Deevers with the help of FAASTeam Representatives Brian Stamper, Ph.D, and V. Lee Unger.

Harold Burtzloff with his 1967 V35 Bonanza

Harold and Ellen Burtzloff

energy Star tax Credit extended tHrougH 2017

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The federal budget recently passed by Congress and signed by the President contained at least one pleasant surprise—the $1000 per home tax credit for

manufacturers that build ENERGY STAR homes was extended retroactively through 2017. Once again, if you had faith that the tax credit would be extended, you were rewarded. It’s a familiar story that keeps repeating itself: Congress waits until the end of the year to extend the tax credit retroactively, making it impossible for manufacturers to count on the credit before they decide to qualify homes for the ENERGY STAR label. However, keep this in mind: the credit, first passed over a decade ago, has never lapsed.

The bill also included an extension of the federal flood insurance program, the deductibility of mortgage insurance premiums, and the tax credit for residential energy improvements. The 45L credit expired in December 2016, but today’s action makes the credit retroactive for 2017.

In July 2017, MHI submitted a letter to the Senate Finance Committee as a part of its public call for proposals to improve the tax system and provide relief to middle class individuals and families. In its letter, MHI argued that the 45L credit is an important, market-driven incentive that has promoted and improved energy efficiency for manufactured homes and provided significant monthly energy savings for millions of Americans residing in them.

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New MHIA members Mitch Boxberger (center left) and Michael Rodriguez (center right) with Home Point Financial Corp taking Champion Factory Tour with General Manager Rick Boles (left) and Ken Anderson

(right). Home Point is new to the manufactured home sector and will be specializing in FHA and VA financing.

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Annual Golf Tournament

Register to attend the 4th Annual Joint Golf Tournament between MHIA and MHCA at the Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona, May 15, 2018. The Whirlwind Golf Club is a truly unique southwest golf experience

designed to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Gila River Indian Community. This challenging golf course features gradual elevation changes, great bunker designs with multi-tiered greens. Discover the beauty of this challenging course.

Registration is just $100, which includes great prizes and lunch after the tournament. Don’t miss this excellent Networking Opportunity!

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Make plans to attend the Manufactured Housing Institute’s National Congress & Expo for Manufactured and Modular Housing (MHI Congress & Expo) on April 24-26 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas where you

will obtain the knowledge and resources necessary to excel in today’s housing marketplace. You can choose from top quality educational programs and special events, network with the most successful professionals in the industry, and connect with other attendees from all facets of the manufactured and modular housing industry.

Come listen to Special Guest and Keynote Speaker – HUD Secretary Ben Carson! Dr. Ben Carson will speak at the Opening General Session on Wednesday, April 25 at 9 a.m.

Leave Las Vegas with new business relationships to enhance your growth, innovative ideas that will make a meaningful difference for your business, energy from powerful general session speakers, and details on the latest and greatest technologies and products available for the industry.

Maximize Company Visibility with Booths and Sponsorships

With less than 15 booths remaining, make sure to secure your exhibit booth or sponsorship today for the 2018 MHI Congress & Expo! This national tradeshow is the premier industry networking event with more than 120 exhibitors and

over 1,200 attendees within the industry. Make sure to maximize your brand awareness in Las Vegas. Booths start at $675 for MHI members and come with one complimentary registration. Reserve your booth

HOTEL AND TRAVEL INFORMATION

Las Vegas is renowned for its world-class dining and culinary talent. Known as “The Entertainment Capital of the World,” Las Vegas welcomes more than 40 million fun-seeking visitors each year, offering excitement and wonderment with its unique shopping choices, dazzling stage shows, first-rate restaurants, inspiring golf, and world-class casinos. Las Vegas is also the perfect jumping-off point for many of the Southwest’s natural wonders. Red Rock Canyon, Mt. Charleston, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, and the Valley of Fire are all within 20 minutes of the Strip. The Grand Canyon, Zion National Park and Death Valley are all short day trips from the Strip.

Hotel Reservations: Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. NEWLY REMODELED AND RENOVATED hotel rooms are reserved at Paris Las Vegas. Hotel room rates are $179 per night plus applicable taxes and resort fee. Please make your hotel reservations directly with Paris Las Vegas. Reservations can be made by phone at 877-603-4389 with the group code SPMHI8 or online by clicking HERE.Hotel rooms will be held at the group rate through March 26, 2018. Hotel rooms will only be based upon availability after this date.

Dr. Ben CarsonHUD Secretary

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MeMberS of CongreSS weigH in witH Hud about itS CoMpreHenSive review of

ManufaCtured HouSing ruleS

On March 7, 2018, Members of Congress sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson in

response to the Department’s recent announcement of a “top-to-bottom” review of its manufactured housing rules. The letter urged the Secretary to “work with the industry to ensure regulations are streamlined, cost-effective, and applied fairly and transparently – while also working to keep manufactured housing as an affordable housing alternative for American families.”

This letter is an important result of MHI’s aggressive and ongoing outreach with the White House, HUD, and Congress to address the negative impact that the Department is having on manufactured housing. MHI previously presented Secretary Carson and his senior leadership with a series of recommendations to improve the regulatory climate for manufactured housing at HUD. In addition, MHI has sent letters to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Office of Management and Budget, U.S. House leaders and the Senate Banking Committee expressing these concerns.

In the letter, members of the U.S. House of Representatives expressed concern “that the Department has imposed excessive and contradictory regulations on the manufactured housing industry that are limiting consumers’ choices and making this important form of affordable housing more expensive.” This letter is a continuation of MHI’s efforts with Congress to improve the regulatory climate for manufactured housing at HUD and the latest in a series of actions by the House of Representatives to address HUD’s overreach of manufactured housing.

“I am pleased to see that HUD is doing a much-needed full scale review of their manufactured housing regulations,” said Representative Andy Barr (R-KY), who led the letter. “With more than 22 million Americans already living in manufactured housing, it is my hope that HUD will react quickly to the particular problems I, along with MHI, have brought to their attention so that even more families can achieve the American dream of homeownership through the purchase of a quality, affordable manufactured home.”

Joining Representative Barr on the letter were Representatives Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Bruce Poliquin (R-ME), Terri Sewell (D-AL), David Kustoff (R-TN), and Kathleen Rice (D-NY), all who have been strong champions of manufactured housing.

In September 2017, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed an amendment offered by Representative Barr to stop HUD’s expansion of the regulation of manufactured housing beyond, and often contradictory to, the statute on the following actions: the regulation of garages and carports; frost free foundation requirements; and new requirements for the on-site completion of construction. When Secretary Carson testified at a House Financial Services Committee hearing the next month, Representative Barr requested that HUD undertake a comprehensive review of “all these regulations impacting manufactured housing and direct his team to utilize this information so any new regulations do not have unintended cost consequences.” The Secretary agreed that such a review was necessary and this call for public comments is a part of that effort. Today’s letter referenced the amendment and urged the Secretary to “reassess the Department’s regulatory outreach on these issues.”

(Continued on Page 15)

Visit our website www.azhousing.org for an archive of past newsletters, shipment reports and other information!

Manufactured Housing Industry of Arizona4525 South Lakeshore Drive, Suite 105, Tempe, Arizona 85282

Phone: (480) 456-6530 Fax: (480) 456-6529 Email: info@azhousing.org Web: www.azhousing.orgKen Anderson, President - ken@azhousing.org

Kimberly Merrill, Director of Operations - kim@azhousing.org

Calendar of Events

15th Annual Golf Tournament Board of Directors Meeting

16-17 2018 AZ MH Conference Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

6th Tucson Division Meeting, 6:30 PM Mimi’s Cafe Scott Townsend, Division President stownsend@westernamericanhousing.com

MAY27th Phoenix Division Meeting, 12:00 pm MHIAZ Office, Tempe Kory Beickel, Division President kbeickel@countryplacemortgage.com

24-26 MHI National Congress & Expo Paris Hotel, Las Vegas http://www.congressandexpo.com/

MARCH

MeMberS of CongreSS weigH in witH Hud (Continued)

These actions by Congress reinforce MHI’s ongoing aggressive efforts to create a more cooperative regulatory environment at HUD for manufactured housing. In its own letter to HUD, MHI argued that while the federal building code that HUD administers is critical, HUD’s approach to manufactured housing must change and certain HUD actions have no benefit to consumers and come at the expense of fostering innovation and supporting affordable housing. In its detailed letter, MHI enumerated ways that HUD has overstepped its authority in rules, directives, interpretations, actions and policies governing the design, construction, and installation of manufactured homes. MHI expressed continued concerns that recent actions by the Department are “without evidence of necessity, with no clear benefit to consumers, inconsistent with the law, and with no consideration of the additional cost they add to the home price.” MHI will continue to work with the Administration’s key housing leaders and Congress to ensure that a more cooperative regulatory environment is achieved so that regulatory initiatives do not increase costs or limit consumer choice for manufactured housing.

Click here to read the Congressional LetterClick here to read MHI’s Letter

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