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2 2 // THE BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON (BIAW) IS THE VOICE OF THE HOUSING INDUSTRY REPRESENTING THOUSANDS OF COMPANIES INVOLVED IN HOME BUILDING IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON When you join your local home builders association, you automatically become a member of BIAW and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), a three-in-one membership. BIAW, NAHB, and your local home builders association create a powerful, united front that help members make the most of their membership investment. H0ME BUILDING ADVOCATES As the largest trade association in the state, BIAW is nearly 8,000 member companies strong and dedicated to ensuring and enhancing the vitality of the home building industry across Washington. BIAW s leaders and staff work on your behalf, representing you and thousands of member companies like yours, to promote pro-housing and pro-small business interests and to defeat stifling rules, regulations and legislation harmful to the home building industry. BIAW also offers exceptional benefits and programs that can help you to run a safer and better company: Return On Industrial Insurance (R.O.I.I. Select), Health Insurance, Legal, Education, Building Industry Insurance Program (BiiP), Workforce Development, and Member Rebate. These benefits offer valuable resources and tools you can use to save money and grow your business. HOW DO I BECOME A BIAW MEMBER? Once you join your local home builders association (see back cover for local associations in your area), you automatically become a member of BIAW and obtain access to all BIAW s membership benefits. What s more, you also become a member of NAHB. This means your investment and resources triple you receive three memberships for the price of one with the local, state and national associations all working on behalf of your interests. BIAW.com BIAW works vigorously on behalf of our members and is a resource on regulatory, legislative, legal, codes and other issues; distributes statewide housing data; offers member-only education courses; and provides many other membership benefits that help our members enhance and improve their businesses. In addition, each month members receive a complimentary issue of BIAW s award-winning publication, Building Insight, to keep you abreast of everything BIAW is doing on your behalf. National Association of Home Builders NAHB.com NAHB provides members with access to the latest building products and services; over 200 expert advisors; a large supply of industry-related books and publications; member-only discounted educational seminars, conferences, services and products; indepth housing data; and objective economic analysis. In addition, members receive a complimentary monthly subscription to Builder Magazine and have access to online publications and reports on the home building industry. BIA of Whatcom County Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association North Peninsula Building Association Jefferson County HBA Olympia Master Builders MBA of King and Snohomish Counties San Juan Builders Association BIA of Clark County MBA of Pierce County HBA of Kitsap County Lower Columbia Contractors Association Central WA HBA HBA of Tri-Cities Spokane HBA Local Home Builders Associations Your local home builders association is the key to your community. Locals throughout the state offer members unparalleled networking and advertising opportunities including: Do Business With A Member programs; referral services; membership mailing labels; lowcost advertising in local association publications; product expos; trade shows; and home show events. Most locals are also active in philanthropic and community-based events which demonstrate a commitment to building not just houses, but homes and communities.

3 3 R.O.I.I. SELECT// YOUR EXPERT IN WORKERS COMP SOLUTIONS WHAT IS R.O.I.I. SELECT? Return On Industrial Insurance (R.O.I.I. )Select is BIAW s retrospective rating group program with the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). The group receives refunds when the group s premiums exceed their losses. BIAW has proudly offered the R.O.I.I. program since As one of the oldest and largest retro groups in the state, the program has returned over $400 million in retro refunds to participating construction-related companies. WHY CHOOSE R.O.I.I. SELECT? Think of R.O.I.I. Select as your subcontractor. In the construction industry, subcontractors are hired to perform a specialized job as part of a larger project. Subcontractors are experts in their field, and their expertise is essential to the successful completion of the larger project. The R.O.I.I. Select team are the experts in the field of workers comp. Our experience and expertise is crucial to companies who want help For more information on how you can hire the experts at R.O.I.I. Select, contact BIAW at and learn about all the benefits we offer. controlling claim costs when they do occur, and more importantly, can identify preventative measures to R.O.I.I. Select staff works hard on behalf of member participants to help stop claims make them better, safer companies. from happening because we all know the best claim is no claim at all. You can t be an expert at everything, and you shouldn t have to. Let R.O.I.I. Select be your expert in workers comp solutions so you can start changing your business for the better. HOW R.O.I.I. SELECT WILL WORK FOR YOU Improve the quality of your workforce through better hiring practices Reward workplace safety through a performance-based refund strategy Eliminate costly delays through an outcome-based claims assistance program Get injured workers back to work quickly, efficiently and with better outcomes Design innovative return to work opportunities to keep injured workers focused on their recovery Provide early vocational services and retraining assistance Hire investigators when necessary to monitor injured workers activities Obtain medical assistance on claims under appeal at the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals and legal counsel on claim decisions that may have statewide implications Provide member participants with preparation and assistance with L&I Audits R.O.I.I. SELECT KEY DATES R.O.I.I. Select s plan year runs July 1 - June 30 of each year PLAN YEAR Enrollment Begins... February PLAN YEAR Enrollment Deadline...late May R.O.I.I. Select also offers quarterly enrollment. Contact BIAW for more information. CLAIM INVESTIGATIONS AND LITIGATION As part of efforts to serve member participants better, R.O.I.I. Select has a team that focuses on investigation, litigation and resolution of workers compensation claims. By concentrating on results, the R.O.I.I. Select team assists member participants in keeping their claims costs low, resulting in increased overall refunds for the group. The R.O.I.I. Select team analyzes cases, investigates suspect claims, files claim appeals, and addresses significant issues before the Department of Labor & Industries and the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals to support employers in the home building industry. The R.O.I.I. Select investigations and litigation team has saved hundreds of thousands of dollars for member participants in claims costs, making it one of the most cost-effective, best-managed retro programs in the state.

4 4 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS// BIAW s ADVOCACY TEAM WORKS HARD ON YOUR BEHALF TO PROTECT YOUR LIVELIHOOD BIAW Government Affairs exists to defend affordable housing for the citizens of Washington state. BIAW s highly qualified staff and experienced team of contract lobbyists work on behalf of members to pass pro-housing, pro-small business legislation and to defeat regulations harmful to the housing industry. LEGISLATIVE SESSION During each Legislative session, a weekly report, Lawmaker Review, is sent to key members keeping them up-to-date on areas of interest to the building industry. Lawmaker Review informs members of relevant impending BIAW s advocacy team works on behalf of the interest of BIAW s nearly 8,000 members year round. This allows our members to focus on what they do best, build homes and communities. In photo: BIAW staff, lobbyists and legislators attend the signing of BIAW s impact fee deferral bill, reducing the burden to state home builders. legislation and advises them of when and how to contact their legislators. If you would like to receive this weekly report during session, please contact BIAW Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh at , ext // JAN HIMEBAUGH GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR GRASSROOTS AND LOBBYING BIAW works when the Legislature is not in session, too through engagement in relevant builder activities and regular participation in rulemaking and agency task forces. BIAW Government Affairs also relies on member and professional expertise to promote a regulatory framework that works for builders. The lobbying, grassroots, and agency efforts of BIAW have been responsible for sponsoring, amending and defeating legislation that affects builders, their businesses and their employees. BIAW s experienced advocacy team works to protect the livelihood of builders and the dream of homeownership for Washington state families. STORMWATER ISSUES BUILDING CODES WATER AVAILABILITY MEMBER EXPERTISE DRIVES LEGISLATIVE AGENDA COST OF BUSINESS GMA AND LAND USE BIAW s active and involved Legislative Policy Committee (LPC) meets regularly and serves as the information and brain trust on key home building issues. The LPC meets as a whole committee in person or forms subgroups to develop BIAW s strategic agenda and provides a method for members to share their knowledge and expertise. All members and local home builders association staff are encouraged to participate. Contact BIAW Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh at , ext 135 or janh@biaw.com for more information.

5 5 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS and CODES COORDINATOR// FOCUS ON STATE S BUILDING CODES LEGAL PROGRAM// SUPPORTING BIAW MEMBERS IN THE LEGAL FIELD // AL AUDETTE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND CODES COORDINATOR The focus of BIAW s Government Affairs and Codes Coordinator is to stay informed on actions and discussions impacting the state s building codes. Al Audette, BIAW s Government Affairs and Codes Coordinator, attends meetings and other activities of the State Building Code Council (SBCC), which analyzes and advises the Legislature and the Governor s office on state building code issues. Audette also recruits qualified members from BIAW s local home building associations to serve on SBCC s Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs) experts appointed to assist the SBCC with detailed information on building code changes and other issues. Including BIAW members on TAGs ensures the voice of the home building industry is heard from the beginning of the code adoption cycle to its conclusion. Periodically, Audette will reach out to BIAW members for additional expertise and real world examples of how proposed code changes may affect home builders in Washington state. Additionally, Audette is available to research your code questions and obtain expert code analyses from local building officials and the International Code Council. Updates on SBCC proposed code amendments and their potential impact are available via BIAW s monthly publication, Building Insight, as well as weekly s Lawmaker Review (during the legislative session) and Friday Facts and online at BIAW.com. Please contact BIAW Government Affairs and Codes Coordinator Al Audette with code questions and/or comments at , ext. 163 or ala@biaw.com. BIAW s Legal Program stays up-to-date on relevant issues important to the home building industry, reviews bills during legislative session, analyzes government agency actions, and provides additional legal assistance as needed. To provide even more cost-effective legal services, BIAW supports important cases that have the potential to affect builders throughout the state. To that end, BIAW regularly files supporting briefs in precedent-setting cases before the appellate courts and Washington Supreme Court. In addition, BIAW s in-house staff attorney is available to answer members general legal questions free of charge. Please contact in-house Staff Attorney Adam Frank with questions at , ext. 108 or adamf@biaw.com. //ADAM FRANK STAFF ATTORNEY BIAW s in-house staff attorney, Adam Frank, provides legal support for members and BIAW. In addition to essential activities, Frank assists with the many functions of BIAW and addresses legal concerns as they arise. In addition, Frank helps members and BIAW through the review of legal contracts and internal policies. He also reviews bills during legislative session. Along with attending BIAW board, committee, and council meetings, Frank is the primary point of contact for BIAW s Legal and Bylaws and Nominations committees. This position also provides a legal perspective to members through articles published in BIAW s monthly publication, Building Insight. //JULIE NICHOLS CONTRACT ATTORNEY Julie Nichols has been part of BIAW s legal team since She was in-house counsel and lead land use lobbyist for six years and now serves as outside counsel. In her current role, she focuses mainly on assisting BIAW with Department of Labor & Industries-related litigation as well as serving as an advisor on land use and other regulatory issues. Nichols is a partner with Whitehouse & Nichols, LLP in Shelton.

6 6 EDUCATION PROGRAM// AWARD-WINNING PROGRAM OFFERS PLETHORA OF CLASSES The award-winning BIAW Education Program is a comprehensive program supporting the needs and requests of BIAW members by assisting local associations in developing, planning, and implementing up-to-date, industry-related education opportunities. DIVERSE CLASS SUBJECTS Since its inception in 1997, the program has steadily evolved into an innovative and valuable resource for both BIAW members and the state s residential home building community. Given the broad scope of our members needs, BIAW offers a diverse collection of courses in several categories. // AMANDA FIELDS EDUCATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR INDUSTRY-RELATED CERTIFICATION COURSES One of the program s most popular classes Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead, has certified or re-certified thousands of building industry professionals with Department of Ecology required training for stormwater management. If you hold a professional license or certification, you can earn continuing education credits for AIA, AIBD, WA real estate, WA appraiser or WA insurance by attending a qualifying class. BIAW also offers the Lead Renovator Initial and Refresher certified courses. Contractors who complete the course are certified and meet EPA and WA State Department of Commerce requirements for contractors who disturb lead-based paint on pre-1978 homes. PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS Classes are available to attain one of 13 NAHB s professional designations. Designations can lead to more earned income, credibility and prestige for members and their companies. EXPERT COURSE INSTRUCTORS Not just anyone can be a BIAW education program instructor. It takes a special person to teach industry peers. All instructors are taught by leading industry experts who make personal sacrifices by taking time away from their families to better the building industry. It s also common for instructors to give out their personal contact information so they can continue to guide and mentor students. COMMITMENT TO THE BUILDING INDUSTRY COMMUNITY BIAW s commitment to providing our members and industryrelated professionals the best, most-extensive continuing education program is evident in the diverse array of classes we offer, which in turn betters the whole of the home building industry. Contact BIAW Education Program Director Amanda Fields at , ext. 114 or amandaf@biaw.com for more information. CERTIFIED EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL LEAD (CESCL) AND CESCL RECERTIFICATION CESCL and CESCL recertification classes provide training to inspect, install and manage stormwater controls on your job site. Upon completion of the course, you will earn a Department of Ecology CESCL certification card good for three years. CERTIFIED AGING IN PLACE (CAPS) I & II CAPS I focuses on the best practices in communicating and interacting with the fastest growing segment in remodeling the universal design market. Learn how adapting and identifying these changing lifestyle needs and concerns help grow your business. CAPS II concentrates on design/build solutions and how to transform a house into a safe, attractive, and comfortable home for life. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Learn management skills that give industry leaders the edge. This course provides attendees with a solid foundation and explains critical elements, such as: the planning to evaluating process, identifying common business challenges and ways to overcome them; and analyzing how-to methods on recruiting, interviewing, training and retaining quality personnel. PROJECT MANAGEMENT Anyone involved in the preconstruction and construction process should attend this introductory course. This class explains the skills needed for production operations management, including the three phases of a successful venture: planning, implementation and evaluation. Attendees successfully completing the class will be able to execute project management functions and responsibilities effectively and efficiently.

7 7 HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM// LONG-TERM RATE STABILITY, ARRAY OF BENEFIT PACKAGES, DEDICATED CUSTOMER SERVICE BUILDING INDUSTRY INSURANCE PROGRAM// OBTAIN COMPETITIVE RATES FOR BUILDING INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC INSURANCE PRODUCTS For over 25 years, the BIAW Health Insurance program has offered the most competitive and comprehensive health insurance benefits to home building industryrelated companies. Purchasing power, excellent benefits and steady stable rates are the cornerstone of the success of the program. Offering a wide selection of benefits and cost-effective plans means there s something for every budget and company. As the health care BIAW HEALTH market continues to INSURANCE PROGRAM evolve and becomes increasingly complicated, BIAW s Health Insurance program administrators at EPK & Associates and their knowledgeable team of insurance professionals can assist participating member companies with resources and guidance on the challenges and opportunities of health care reform. Through Regence Blueshield, Asuris Northwest Health, and Group Health Cooperative, EPK s carrier partnerships offer BIAW members with the state s largest network of providers. If you have questions about BIAW s Health Insurance program or would like to receive a free, no-obligation quote, call EPK & Associates at or visit them online at BIAW s Building Industry Insurance Program (BiiP) is an excellent opportunity for members to purchase high-quality insurance products designed specifically for the building industry through member insurance agents and program representatives at competitive prices. Available insurance products include builders risk, general liability, and two warranty programs (structural warranty and general warranty) through three management companies: 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, Insurance Specialty Group, and Professional Warranty Service Corporation. Benefits of choosing BiiP: Work with program-specific qualified agents who know and understand the products well. BiiP is an admitted program, protecting you entirely. Products have been fully vetted to have the best possible coverage for your project. Agents and participants in the program support BIAW and their local home builders association. Contact BIAW Projects and Facility Manager Karen Hall at , ext. 137 or karenh@biaw.com for more information. MEMBER REBATE PROGRAM// EARN QUARTERLY CASH REBATES FROM BRAND NAME MANUFACTURERS QUICK AND EASY Another benefit of membership available to builder and remodeler members of BIAW is the Member Rebate Program. This free, rebate-based program utilizes the purchasing power of 30+ state home building associations participating members to earn brand name manufacturer rebates. Until recently, manufacturers only offered these rebates to the Top 10 Builders. Now, no matter how small or large you are, you qualify. For the minimal effort of reporting your home construction products, you can earn cash rebates. Quick and easy online forms, no receipts and no changes to your business practices. What could be easier? Contact BIAW Projects and Facility Manager Karen Hall at , ext. 137 or karenh@biaw.com for more information.

8 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM// POST JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND GET MATCHED WITH JOB-READY CANDIDATES, GUARANTEED As housing construction growth continues, finding skilled workers to keep up with demand remains a challenge. In response to concerns of a labor shortage in the building industry, BIAW offers a workforce development program to help members find employees ready to wok and willing to learn. BIAW has partnered with Consolidar Job Network, which connects employee-seeking companies with job-ready candidates. This collaboration fills the labor needs of BIAW members with the employment needs of the community a win-win outcome from both sides of the labor market. BIAW member companies post unlimited job openings on Consolidar s web-based, easy-to-use interface. Consolidar then works with companies to identify specific employment needs and matches appropriate job-ready candidates to a position. The employer decides if an applicant is the right fit and provides additional on-the-job training to meet certain work requirements. Consolidar has exclusive registration just for BIAW members. Go to Jobs.com/BIAW to sign up and to get started posting jobs. BIAW members pay a special rate of $100 per year to receive job matching services from Consolidar. Contact Brenda Kwieciak at , ext. 113 or brendak@biaw.com for more information. BIAW S LOCAL HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATIONS// IF YOU RE INTERESTED IN TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THE MANY IN BIAW, CONTACT A LOCAL HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION IN YOUR AREA AND START REAPING THE TODAY Central Washington Home Builders Association 3301 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Yakima, WA CWHBA.org Building Industry Association of Clark County 103 E. 29th Street Vancouver, WA BIAofClarkCounty.org Jefferson County Home Builders Association P.O. Box 1325 Pt. Townsend, WA jeffcohomebuilders.com Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties th Avenue SE Bellevue, WA MBAKSinfo.com Home Builders Association of Kitsap County 5251 Auto Center Way Bremerton, WA KitsapHBA.com Lower Columbia Contractors Association 1015C Vandercook Way Longview, WA LCCA.net North Peninsula Building Association 350 W. Washington St. #3 Sequim, WA NPBA.info Olympia Master Builders 1211 State Avenue NE Olympia, WA OMB.org Master Builders Association of Pierce County 1120 Pacific Avenue #301 Tacoma, WA MBAPierce.com San Juan Builders Association P.O. Box 1561 Eastsound, WA Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association 15571A Peterson Road Burlington, WA SICBA.org Spokane Home Builders Association 5813 E. 4th Avenue #201 Spokane Valley, WA SHBA.com Home Builders Association of Tri-Cities W. Clearwater Ave. Kennewick, WA HBATC.com Building Industry Association of Whatcom County 1650 Baker Creek Place Bellingham, WA BIAWC.com Building Industry Association of Washington st Avenue SW Olympia, WA BIAW.com The Building Industry Association of Washington is the state s largest trade association representing thousands of companies involved in the home building industry.