In this edition of News You Can Use you will find:

• Fall Mixer Recap
• Congrats to SAHBA Members who are 2023 Readers Choice Winners!
• Election Preview & SAHBA Endorsements
• Pima County DSD Educates Members on New Online System
• SAHBA on the Speaker Circuit
• Member Event: SACCD
• Member Event: Cornhole Tourament
• Upcoming Council & Committees
• Industry News

Fall Mixer Recap

Over 70 members gathered at Arizona Grill & Hearth last week for the 2023 Fall Mixer. Members enjoyed incredible food, live music, and great company during the event. A special thank you to all sponsors and Val Romero for cooking us a BBQ Feast!

Members are already looking forward to the 2024 Fall mixer!

Congratulations to all SAHBA Members who won Reader's Choice 2023!

Best Area Rug Cleaning & Repair

Steamy Concepts

Best BBQ/Grill/Fireplace Store

Flame Connections

Best Cabinets/Countertops

A Handyman's Haven

Best Carpet Cleaning Company

Steamy Concepts

Best Chamber of Commerce

Marana Chamber of Commerce

Best Drywall Repair/Installation

The Patch Boys

Best Fire & Water Damage Restoration

Steamy Concepts

Best Homeowner Resource

Rosie on the House

Best Junk Removal

Junk King

Best Master-Planned Community

Rancho Sahuarita

Best Mold Remediation

Steamy Concepts

Best Plumber

Rite Way Heating Cooling & Plumbing

Best Pool Repair

Valley Oasis Pools and Spas

Best Pool Service

Valley Oasis Pools and Spas

Best Real Estate Company/Broker

Long Realty Company

Best Remodeling Company

Meeks Maintenance & Construction

Best Rug Cleaning Service

Steamy Concepts

Best Skylights

Sunshine Industries

Best Technical/Trade School

JTED

Best Tile & Grout Cleaning

Steamy Concepts

Best Tile Contractor

Mourelato's Tile Pro

Best Title Company

Title Security

Best Training & Development Program

Pima County-JTED

Best Vacuum Store

Cathey's Sewing & Vaccum

Best Website Design Co.

Anchor Wave

ADVOCACY

Election Preview and Information

As an industry that is significantly impacted by government regulations and political actions, it is essential that all of us remain aware and engaged on the issues that affect our communities including those on the ballot. November 7th is another important election for housing. If you are a resident of the City of Tucson, or eligible to vote in the Vail Incorporation, this communication is intended to provide you with the background to make informed decisions when you cast your vote. 

Pima County DSD Educates Members on New Online System

SAHBA welcomed the team from Pima County DSD to provide a hands-on learning session on their new online permitting submittal system. Special thanks to Rick Wilburg and Ramon Gallegos from Pima County who led this training and provided support and answers to SAHBA member questions.

In case you weren’t able to join us, you can access the video of the session here.

SAHBA on the Speaker Circuit

One of the important roles SAHBA plays in the community is to meet with groups and organizations to provide updates on what’s happening in the local home building industry. This is an opportunity to share with non-industry professionals key information and perspectives that advance the narrative of home building and related economic benefits.

SAHBA President David Godlewski recently made a presentation at the MAP Talk: What the Future Holds for Tucson’s Economy and Housing Market. The MAP Dashboard is an initiative housed out of the UA Eller College of Management. David was joined by SAHBA member Will White of Land Advisors.

Just this week, David presented at the Arizona Association of Community Managers Community and Regional Update. SAHBA Member Cadden Community Management helped coordinate the meeting.

MEETINGS & EVENTS

Southern Arizona Construction Career Days

Southern Arizona Construction Career Days (SACCD) is Arizona’s premier educational and workforce development annual event. Alongside other industry partners, SAHBA introduces thousands of high school students to the many facets of the construction industry through hands-on demonstrations, heavy equipment operation, and professional networking opportunities.

This event will reach 4,500 students in our community. Volunteers are still needed for this event on:



Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Pima County Kino Sports Complex

2500 E. Ajo Way

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Upcoming Councils & Committees - Mark Your Calendars!

Business Referral Exchange (BRE) - Tuesday, November 7th at 7:30 am (SAHBA)

Sales & Marketing Council - Tuesday, November 14th at noon (Hybrid)

Tech Committee - Tuesday, November 21st at 3:30 pm (SAHBA)

Membership Committee - Tuesday, November 28th at 3:30 pm (SAHBA)

Remodelers Council - Wednesday, December 6 at noon (SAHBA)

• Applications are now open for NAHB's Sustainability and Green Building IBS Scholarship for young emerging green builders to help them jump-start their professional journey by attending the International Builders' Show (IBS). The deadline to apply is December 4th. To learn more about the requirements and apply, click here.

• On the latest episode of Housing Developments, NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez dive into the latest policy discussions on Capitol Hill and within the administration that could impact your business and share how NAHB is advocating for its members. Click here to watch the episode or check it out on your favorite podcast app.

• Alicia Huey, NAHB chairman; Mollie Elkman, author of The House That She Built: and Nora El-Khouri Spencer, CEO and founder of Hope Renovations, and the 2022 NAHB Woman of the Year were panelists at the HBA's 21st Century Building Expo and conference. All women discuss how they started in the industry, what needs to happen to get more women involved in building, who inspires them, and much more. The panel discussion can be listened to here.

• NAHB scored an important legislative trifecta on three key issues — transformers, waters of the United States (WOTUS), and energy codes — when the House on October 26th approved an Energy and Water appropriations bill. Continue reading what this will mean for the housing industry in this NAHB article.

• On October 25th, Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz joins co-hosts CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez to discuss the latest announcement from the Fed and how key housing indicators offer a glimpse into what the future holds for the industry. Listen to the Housing Developments podcast here or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

• Despite mortgage rates that are at a 23-year high, new home sales posted a double-digit percentage gain in September because of a lack of inventory in the resale market. Click here to read the data released by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and the US Census Bureau. Also in this article, hear analysis from NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey and NAHB's assistant vice president for forecasting and analysis, Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington.