Check out the November Edition of HBA Today ...

Lucas Gibbs - Owner of Lucas Gibbs Build

HBA Members-

It’s hard to believe we are already preparing for November and stores are putting out Christmas stuff but I guess "time flies when you've been living in a pandemic"! Given the circumstances we have managed to have a pretty solid year in 2020 and many lives were changed right here in Abilene because of your hearts and generosity through the many ways you have enabled us to give back to our community.

We still have the Strikes Against Hunger Bowling Tournament coming up on November 5th. Remember, the proceeds from this event go directly to the Christian Service Center for their increased food pantry needs over the course of the holiday season. The tournament is just about sold out, but if you are unable to bowl with us and would still like to donate to this event, we ask that you join us on Thursday November 5th with a $5 dollar donation. We will feed you pizza, provide the cold beverages and show you a fun time.

We will officially put a wrap on 2020 with our last Association Event of the year. The Annual Christmas "Fiesta" will be held on Friday December 4th at the 201 Mesquite Event Venue. The Christmas Party is always a well-attended event. This year we will be offering a fajita dinner and 2 complimentary drink tickets for each HBA Member and their guest. The band is sure to provide a good time and we look forward to honoring some of our awesome members for their contributions to the HBA over the course of this year. Be sure to bring a coat or blanket for our annual drive to benefit the Abilene Love & Care Ministries. This Association thrives on helping those who are less fortunate and I know this year will be no different. Adios 2020 ... you've been a real pain in a lot of rears and we are truly looking forward to 2021 with this amazing group of members and friends.

Looking towards the future, I do see a day where anyone who plans on building in Abilene or the Big Country will make one of their first priorities to join the BCHBA. The mission statement for the BCHBA is “To Protect and Promote the Building Industry”. In order for us to protect, we must first promote. As we finish the year, I want to encourage all members to continue to PROMOTE this association to others that may not know its value. Be prepared to share your experience and why it is important for each of us to be involved. Unified as one we can grow our numbers, make a larger impact, and proved a louder voice when needed.

This month many of your HBA Board Members and builders will be traveling to Austin, TX for our fall Texas Association of Builders board meetings to discuss many important issues. This series of meetings will be the ONLY meetings we have been able to attend all year due to COVID-19. I highly anticipate that we will have a lot of work, growing and learning to do in our time there. (with our masks on of course) and we are Thankful to the TAB staff for making sure we are able to attend these "in person meetings" to finish off the year.

Thank you again for your continued support of the Big Country HBA! Let’s finish this year strong and roll into 2021 with a head of steam. I am personally thankful (Thanksgiving month) for each and every member of this association. It is because of YOU that we are able to continue our mission and association programs.

Regards,

Lucas Gibbs

Big Country HBA President

MEET THE 2020-2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Can you believe this will be the last luncheon of 2020? Thank Goodness for time that has passed quickly during this very strange time we have endured. We know that RSVP'ing isn't convenient, but for the HBA Administration and the County Club Staff, its really important to our efforts to plan adequately for our guests. Please take just a few moments to click the button above and RSVP so we can provide you with a pleasant member experience. We look forward to gathering with you all on Thursday November 5th.

**The HBA will host the Annual Christmas Party in lieu of a December Luncheon on Friday December 4th**

Click Here to Register...

PWB's FUN IN THE FALL WAS A SUCCESS...

The ladies of the PWB are more than thrilled to announce that this year was the largest Cornhole Tournament and Shrimp Boil we have had to-date.

We were able to raise more funds this year than expected for New Horizons and our scholarship fund and are so excited to present a check to New Horizons at the HBA luncheon next week.

A HUGE Thank You to all of our Sponsors and Volunteers who made this day possible, we appreciate you all.

Congratulations to our Cornhole Tournament winners for this year:

First Place: Hall AC Team 2

Second Place: Hall AC Team 1

Third Place: Majestic Interiors

Until Next Year!

The PWB Conhole Committee

2021 Marketing Guide - Coming Soon

Ready to put 2020 behind you? We’re so looking forward to getting back to NORMAL. Be on the lookout for the 2021 Marketing Guide coming to your inbox soon. This guide outlines all event, education, and program sponsorships, as well as traditional advertising opportunities for next year so you can plan ahead! Want to get first dibs on certain sponsorships? Become an Annual Partner and secure your dates for this and other traditional advertising options only available to HBA members.

WE WELCOME

OUR NEW MEMBERS FOR OCTOBER!!!!

The Big Country HBA is the advocate for the housing industry in Abilene and the Big Country. As the voice of the building industry, your HBA is deeply involved with the Big Country and local building officials. We work hand in hand with local governments and other organizations to ensure that the homebuilding process is predictable, reasonable, affordable and ESSENTIAL.

We are so HAPPY the following businesses decided to partner with us. Thank You!

TAB: INDUSTRY TOPICS & ISSUES

Texas continues to lead the nation in housing starts as the recovery of the housing market progresses. The residential construction industry can maintain its status as an economic driver if legislators consider the impact of their decisions on the cost and availability of housing. While market forces do affect affordability, the opportunity for Texans to realize the dream of homeownership is also dependent upon the repercussions of governmental regulations and fees.

Fees and taxes, adequate infrastructure, property rights, tort reform, workforce training, and environmental impacts are only a few of the areas in which the residential construction industry is impacted by the decisions of policy makers at the local, state and national levels.

The TAB Government Relations Team stand ready to work with legislators on the myriad of issues that impact our industry, with the goal of ensuring that the citizens of Texas have access to quality, affordable housing.

Click HERE to read more about current Industry Topics & Issues....

ICYMI: (In Case You Missed It)

TEXAS BUILDER MAGAZINE ISSUES 2020

The Texas Association of Builders distributes a series of publications to keep its members and the home building industry informed on current issues impacting the home building industry. In case you have missed your copy of the publication, please enjoy the 4 digital issues provided below.

Click the image above to view the Jan-Feb Edition.

Click the image above to view the March-April Edition

Click the image above to view the July-August Edition

Click the image above to view the September-October Edition

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS

4th ANNUAL STRIKES AGAINST HUNGER

GOOD News First...

Each year this event has GROWN, and each year we have been able to increase our charitable contribution to the Christian Service Center. GOOD news is, we are on track for one of our BEST years yet. We cannot make these things happen without our incredible sponsors, so a HUGE Thank You to all involved and especially our 2020 King Pin Sponsors Big Country Title.

Now, the BAD News...

Thanks to our AWESOME sponsor partners, we only have ONE TEAM left to sell and thereafter we can not accommodate anymore teams for the bowling portion of this event. Be sure to snag this last remaining spot ASAP, so we can get you registered and added to the schedule. You will need to call the HBA Office or email [email protected] if you would like to purchase the last remaining team.

More GOOD News...

If you are not able to bowl, but would like to come out and support this annual event, we would LOVE to have you come and cheer for your favorite team or take this opportunity to network with fellow HBA Members and Friends. With a small $5 donation per person we invite you to come for Pizza, Cold Beverages and a Guaranteed Good Time!!!

Please use the button below to RSVP (deadline is Tuesday November 3rd) if you plan to join us for Pizza, Beverages, Networking and a Fabulous Time raising money for the Christian Service Center.

Click Here to Register...

HBA ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY

Make plans to join us for our annual Christmas Party Friday December 4th where we will say "Adios" to 2020 with a Christmas Fiesta. Each member will receive 2 complimentary drink tickets good for beer or wine (Cash Bar Thereafter) and enjoy a delicious fajita dinner. We will also be listening to the sounds of the JAK Creek Band and celebrating the accomplishments of some of our members with our annual "End of the Year Awards" presentation. Don't forget your Coat or Blanket to add to our drive for the Abilene Love & Care Ministries organization. Each year we help provide the gift of warmth and comfort to those who are less fortunate in our community. We will have door prizes to give away and more FUN that you can stand.

An RSVP to attend is REQUIRED and the registration link will close on 12/1/2020 so be sure to get on the guest list before then.