The Greater Iowa City Home Builders Association

NAHB Remodelers Shop Talk: Addressing Supply Chain Challenges Through Alternative Building Solutions
2021-07-08 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Join veteran Remodeler Vince Butler, CAPS, GMB, GMR and Shawn Callahan of Metwood Building Solutions. The peer-to-peer discussion will center on strategies for navigating lumber and supply chain issues through alternative building products that work in conjunction with wood, concrete and other building systems.
Click here to join or call (206) 691-8827. Use code 239229706.

Mental Health for Construction Industry Young Professionals
2021-06-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Members aged 45 or younger are invited to attend this free National Association of Home Builders event series. Join the conversation about mental health for young professionals in the construction industry. Virtual one-hour event each Thursday, June 10 – 24 via Zoom. Details below.
Email Karyl or Michelle to learn more about the Iowa City Area/Cedar Rapids HBAs Young Professionals Network for those aged 35 or younger just starting their careers or new to the industry.
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Board of Directors Meeting
2021-06-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | IA
The board of directors typically meets the 3rd Thursday of every month except August.

Vocational Training Council Annual Meeting
2021-06-24 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual
The Vocational Training Council (VTC) Board of Directors meets the third Thursday of the month, every three months.
Today is the VTC’s Annual Meeting, and a new Board of Directors will be elected. Below is the proposed slate of officers.
Tim Ruth President McCreedy-Ruth Construction
GT Karr Vice-President Sueppel’s Siding & Remodeling
Adam Hahn Past President Watts Group
Marty Tunning Treasurer RSM US
Aaron McGlynn Director Cabinet Works
Andy Martin Director Martin Construction
Joe Greathouse Director Kirkwood
Tony Frederick Director Hart-Frederick Consultants
Mark Mitchell Director Engineered Building Design
Tom Balmer Director PSC Distribution
Corey Ackerman Director Ackerman Plumbing
Andy Hodge Director Hodge Construction
Karyl Bohnsack Executive Officer/Secretary HBA of Iowa City
Dennis Boelk Committee Member Hodge Construction
Jason Hayes Committee Member Skogman Realty
Lindsey Schluckebier Committee Member Iowa City Comm. School Dist.
Melissa Kumle-Hammes Committee Member Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection
Becky Weininger Committee Member Kirkwood Workforce Initiatives Project Manager
The VTC assists and supports area schools in the operation of their vocational training programs. Initiatives include the Student-Built House Program, Build My Future showcase, career fairs, job shadows and guest lecturing at ACE Academy classes. Contact any VTC member or the Iowa City Area HBA office to get involved.

Parade of Homes & Remodelers Parade
2021-06-20 12:00 - 17:00, 2021-06-19 10:00 - 17:00 | IA
https://iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/
Get inspired by touring beautiful homes during the
54th Annual Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & 24th Remodelers Parade.
Dates for the 2021 Parade of Homes are:
June 12 and 13
June 15 and 17
June 19 and 20
The Remodelers Parade is the SECOND WEEKEND,
June 19 and 20.
Times are:
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays: Noon – 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Thank You to Our 2021 Sponsors
Presenting Co-Sponsors

Breakfast Sponsor & Parade App Sponsor

Virtual Tour Sponsor

Equipment Sponsor

Lumber Sponsor

Builders Excellence Awards Sponsor

Remodelers Parade Award Sponsor

The Motto Award Sponsor

People’s Choice Awards Sponsor

Ticket Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsor

Giveaway Sponsor

Lego Parade of Homes Sponsor

Lego Parade Prizes Sponsor

Water Sponsor

Volunteer Coordinator

Promotional Partners
The Gazette
CBS 2/FOX 28
Easton Design
KCRG
KZIA
iHeart Media
OnMedia
Townsquare Media (KHAK)

Parade of Homes
2021-06-17 17:30 - 20:30, 2021-06-15 17:30 - 20:30, 2021-06-13 12:00 - 17:00 | IA

NAHB Spring Leadership Meetings
2021-06-17 - 2021-06-20 | Virtual

Legislative Committee Meeting
2021-06-15 07:30 - 08:30, 2021-04-20 07:30 - 08:30 | Online
The Iowa City Area HBA’s Legislative Committee meets every other month on the third Tuesday from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
The committee recommends policies to the association on legislative, regulatory and legal matters. It tracks and monitors issues, explores options on ways to deal with them and connects with local officials and legislative leaders. The committee endorses candidates for local elections and actively recruits candidates for boards and commissions. It also discusses strategies and methods of advocating to gain the best possible results for HBA members. Board members Mike Pugh and Glenn Siders oversee the Legislative Committee.

Legislative Committee, chaired by Mike Pugh.

Parade of Homes
2021-06-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Scattered Site Location

Members-Only Parade of Homes & Remodelers Parade Happy Hour
2021-06-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Tin Roost, 840 W Penn St, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
NEW THIS YEAR!
Conclude your tour day in the company of fellow Iowa City Area HBA members, and talk about the amazing homes you toured. The Happy Hour is sponsored by Hills Bank. We’ll be in the “coop” and right wing of the patio. Members receive one free drink ticket.
RSVP to karyl@hbaofic.org or michelle@hbaofic.org by Friday, June 4 to join us.

https://iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/
Get inspired by touring beautiful homes during the
54th Annual Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & 24th Remodelers Parade.
Dates for the 2021 Parade of Homes are:
June 12 and 13
June 15 and 17
June 19 and 20
The Remodelers Parade is the SECOND WEEKEND,
June 19 and 20.
Times are:
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays: Noon – 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Thank You to Our 2021 Sponsors
Presenting Co-Sponsors

Breakfast Sponsor & Parade App Sponsor

Virtual Tour Sponsor

Equipment Sponsor

Lumber Sponsor

Builders Excellence Awards Sponsor

Remodelers Parade Award Sponsor

The Motto Award Sponsor

People’s Choice Awards Sponsor

Ticket Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsor

Giveaway Sponsor

Lego Parade of Homes Sponsor

Lego Parade Prizes Sponsor

Water Sponsor

Volunteer Coordinator

Promotional Partners
The Gazette
CBS 2/FOX 28
Easton Design
KCRG
KZIA
iHeart Media
OnMedia
Townsquare Media (KHAK)

Parade of Homes Members Awards Breakfast
2021-06-11 07:00 - 08:00 | The Celebration Farm, 4696 Robin Woods Ln NE, Iowa City, IA, United States
Celebrate The Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes during the Members Award Breakfast!
Join us in the Timber Frame Barn at The Celebration Farm for the awards breakfast, sponsored by CBI Bank & Trust,
We’ll present new-construction Builders Excellence Awards and the first Motto Award before members head out to tour the homes. The Motto Award is based on NAHB’s mantra to do business with members and goes to the builder or remodeler who used the highest percentage of Iowa City Area HBA member subcontractors on their parade entry. We’ll also announce our Lego Parade of Homes winners!
Enjoy a Mimosa Bar sponsored by our Women’s Council with all tips going to the Scholarship Fund.
RSVP to karyl@hbaofic.org or michelle@hbaofic.org by Friday, June 4 to join us.

https://iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/
Get inspired by touring beautiful homes during the
54th Annual Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & 24th Remodelers Parade.
Dates for the 2021 Parade of Homes are:
June 12 and 13
June 15 and 17
June 19 and 20
The Remodelers Parade is the SECOND WEEKEND,
June 19 and 20.
Times are:
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays: Noon – 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Thank You to Our 2021 Sponsors
Presenting Co-Sponsors

Breakfast Sponsor & Parade App Sponsor

Virtual Tour Sponsor

Equipment Sponsor

Lumber Sponsor

Builders Excellence Awards Sponsor

Remodelers Parade Awards Sponsor

The Motto Award Sponsor

People’s Choice Awards Sponsor

Ticket Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsor

Giveaway Sponsor

Lego Parade of Homes Sponsor

Lego Parade Prizes Sponsor

Water Sponsor

Volunteer Coordinator

Promotional Partners
The Gazette
CBS 2/FOX 28
Easton Design
KCRG
KZIA
iHeart Media
OnMedia
Townsquare Media (KHAK)

Members-Only Parade of Homes Tour
2021-06-11 - 2021-06-12 | Scattered Site Location
Membership has its privileges! Greater Iowa City Area HBA members get a sneak peak at Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes entries today between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
AWARDS BREAKFAST (7:00 – 8:00 a.m.):
Start your day at the Awards Breakfast, sponsored by CBI Bank & Trust, in the Timber Frame Barn at The Celebration Farm (4696 Robin Woods Lane NE, Iowa City).
We’ll present new-construction Builders Excellence Awards and the first Motto Award before members head out to tour the homes. The Motto Award is based on NAHB’s mantra to do business with members and goes to the builder or remodeler who used the highest percentage of Iowa City Area HBA member subcontractors on their parade entry. We’ll also announce our Lego Parade of Homes winners! Enjoy a Mimosa Bar sponsored by our Women’s Council with all tips going to the Scholarship Fund.
HAPPY HOUR (3:00 – 5:00 p.m.):
Conclude your tour day in the company of fellow Iowa City Area HBA members, and talk about the amazing homes you toured. The Happy Hour is at Tin Roost, 840 W. Penn Street, North Liberty, and sponsored by Hills Bank. We’ll be in the “coop” and right wing of the patio. Members receive one free drink ticket.
RSVPs for breakfast and Happy Hour are required.
Email karyl@hbaofic.org or michelle@hbaofic.org by Friday, June 4 to join us.

https://iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/
Get inspired by touring beautiful homes during the
54th Annual Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & 24th Remodelers Parade.
Dates for the 2021 Parade of Homes are:
June 12 and 13
June 15 and 17
June 19 and 20
The Remodelers Parade is the SECOND WEEKEND,
June 19 and 20.
Times are:
Saturdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sundays: Noon – 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Thank You to Our 2021 Sponsors
Presenting Co-Sponsors

Breakfast Sponsor & Parade App Sponsor

Virtual Tour Sponsor

Equipment Sponsor

Lumber Sponsor

Builders Excellence Awards Sponsor

Remodelers Parade Award Sponsor

The Motto Award Sponsor

People’s Choice Awards Sponsor

Ticket Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsor

Giveaway Sponsor

Lego Parade of Homes Sponsor

Lego Parade Prizes Sponsor

Water Sponsor

Volunteer Coordinator

Promotional Partners
The Gazette
CBS 2/FOX 28
Easton Design
KCRG
KZIA
iHeart Media
OnMedia
Townsquare Media (KHAK)

HBA of Iowa Summer Board Meeting
2021-06-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Camp Dodge, Des Moines

Aging-in-Place Forum: In-Home Care for Those with Medical Needs
2021-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
RNs, PT and IVs – oh my! How to know what medical services are available to you at home.

Remodelers Council Board Meeting & Conversation with Cause IMPACTS
2021-06-08 11:45 - 13:00 | Online or Iowa City Area HBA Conference Room, 11 S. Gilbert, Iowa City, IA, 52244, United States
Special Guests: Natalie Lehman and Jessica Daugherty with Cause IMPACTS.
Give your input for the City of Iowa City’s efforts to be greener and reduce its environmental footprint. From 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., prior to the Remodelers Council June Board Meeting, Iowa City Area HBA builders and remodelers are invited join in virtually or in person to provide perspective from both the home owner and builder/remodeler during a conversation with Cause IMPACTS.
The City of Iowa City hired Cause IMPACTS to conduct research and learn from the community how the city can assist residents and businesses to adopt behaviors that save money and reduce its collective environmental impact, while improving the quality of life, health and well-being for all who live and work in Iowa City. Step 1 is to understand the perceived barriers and benefits to energy efficiency and transportation practices within the city. Facilitators will be Jessica Daugherty and Natalie Lehman from Cause IMPACTS. Find bios below.
RSVP to karyl@hbaofic.org by 5 p.m. on Monday, June 7 for a Zoom-link invitation, or join us in the Iowa City Area HBA Conference Room.

Jessica Daugherty, Founder and Principal at Cause IMPACTS
Jessica is a policy analyst and campaign strategist whose career is fixated on driving social change in increasingly impactful ways. She has worked with non-profit organizations worldwide, elected officials at varying levels of government, and various government agencies. Jessica understands and is an expert in developing regional initiatives, cross-sector strategies, and coalitions that make a positive impact and benefit all parties. Jessica earned a Masters of Public Policy from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and Bachelors in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara.
Natalie Lehman, Senior Research Analyst, Cause IMPACTS
Natalie is a strategic planner, detailed researcher, skilled group facilitator, program developer and statistical analyst at Cause IMPACTS. Her work has focused on increasing regional economic development through workforce programs and cross-collaboration across sectors. Natalie’s perspective on building sustainable, equitable, and thriving communities is driven through leadership development, improving policies, and increasing advocacy efforts within the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Natalie received her Master of Organizational Leadership and Learning from Pepperdine University and her Bachelors in Organizational Communication with additional emphasis in environmental sustainability and marketing from California State University, Chico.
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The Remodelers Council Board of Directors meets the 2nd Tuesday of every other month – except August – in the Iowa City Area HBA’s Conference Room. Interested in joining our Remodelers Council? Email karyl@hbaofic.org. Learn more under our Remodelers Council tab.

Lego Parade of Homes Entry Portal Closes (5 p.m.)
2021-05-31 - 2021-06-01 | IA
2021 IOWA CITY AREA HBA LEGO PARADE OF HOMES
Enter May 17 – 31
The Iowa City Area HBA Lego Parade of Homes is back by popular demand, sponsored by Great Western Bank. Kids aged 17 and younger are invited to summon their inner builder for a chance to win prizes, courtesy of Locals Love Us – ICR.
Contest dates are May 17 – 31, with category winners announced June 11. The Lego parade tour goes live June 12 at www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour, the first day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The public may vote on the website for their Lego favorites through June 20, the last day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & Remodelers Parade. The Lego Parade People’s Choice Award recipient will be revealed June 25.
All winners will be announced on Facebook @ICAreaHBAParadeofHomes and Instagram @icareahba.
Here’s how to enter:
Step 1: Collect all your Legos.
Step 2: Build your home sweet home.
Step 3: Take photos of your creation.
Step 4: Enter your masterpiece by 5 p.m., May 31, at www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour by following the prompts. Only first names will be used when publicizing entries. Don’t forget to include your description (e.g. number of bedrooms, colors, types of countertops, etc.).
Categories: Building Excellence & Creative Description
Top three in each category receive:
1st: $50 to Bread Garden
2nd: $25 to La Regia
3rd: Iowa Children’s Museum Family Pass
Winners will be named June 11, and judges are from Great Western Bank and Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Presenting Co-Sponsors Hills Bank and Urban Acres Real Estate.
People’s Choice Award
The entry with the most public votes wins $50 to Bread Garden. Voting is June 12 – 20 at www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour. Winner will be revealed June 25.
“Everyone had so much fun with the Lego parade last year that we decided to do it again,” said Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Co-Chair Mitchell Manning of Sobaski Abbey Carpet & Floor. “Kids are incredibly creative, and we’re eager to see 2021 entries.”
Contest questions should be directed to (319) 351-5333 or karyl@hbaofic.org.

Lunch N Learn: Dos and Don'ts of Owning a Historic Home in Iowa City
2021-05-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Owning a home in one of Iowa City eight historic districts means understanding the ins and outs of the 107-page Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook. Join us for a cliff notes version from the city’s Jessica Bristow. You’ll learn about the:

Purpose and Benefits of Historic Districts
Location of Historic & Conservation Districts in Iowa City
General Requirements and Process for Making Changes to the Exterior of Homes in Iowa City’s Historic/Conservation Districts

If you’re a realtor, remodeler or simply interested in how historic preservation works, this seminar is not to be missed.
RSVP to Karyl by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 25 to receive a Zoom-link invitation.
About Our Presenter
Jessica Bristow is the historic preservation planner for the city of Iowa City, where she reviews proposed alterations to landmarks and buildings within historic and conservation districts. With degrees from the University of Iowa and the University of Kansas (KU) in art and architectural history, and a professional Master of Architecture from KU, she has worked in a diverse set of related occupations, including freelance work that extends from architecture to graphic design, historic research and building assessment. Jessica lives in Iowa City with her daughter, Geneva, and incorporates sustainability and education in her advocacy, trying to bring the preservation bug to the next generation.

About Iowa City Historic Preservation
The Neighborhood and Development Services Department includes offices for Housing Inspections and Urban Planning – which assists in identifying and preserving historically significant landmarks and districts. The Historic Preservation Commission, with the assistance of the preservation planner, reviews requests for exterior changes to properties located within the city’s historic districts, conservation districts and historic landmarks. Historic preservation helps to ensure that any proposed change is compatible with the historic character of the building and neighborhood.

Lego Parade of Homes Entry Portal Opens
2021-05-17 - 2021-05-18 | Greater Iowa City Area HBA Conference Room, 11 South Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States

May Member Social
2021-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Co., 758 Camp Cardinal Blvd., Coralville, IA, 52241-2893
We are live and in person!
Chat with fellow members and celebrate Spring at The Greater Iowa City Area HBA’s FREE May Membership Social.
We’ll be in Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Co.’s LARGE showroom, where there’s plenty of space to be social and distanced. Hy-Vee will be grilling burgers and brats alongside an array of beverages.
Enter to win fabulous raffle prizes, including gift cards to Cabella’s and Omaha Steaks, a golf bag, golf balls and Gilcrest/Jewett apparel. Money goes to support the Iowa City Area HBA’s Women’s Council Scholarship. Masks required except when eating or drinking.
R.S.V.P. to karyl@hbaofic.org or michelle@hbaofic.org by 5 p.m. Friday, May 7.
Thank you to Host & Sponsor:
Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Co.

Aging-in-Place Forum: Resources to Prevent Social Isolation
2021-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Join the first webinar in the 2021 Aging-in-Place series: Resources to Prevent Social Isolation: Sunshine and Lollipops – how to find them every day.
Eugenia Kendall from the Heritage Area Agency on Aging will provide an overview on social isolation and how it impacts a person’s health. LaTasha DeLoach from the Center, Erin Balvanz from United Way of Washington and Johnson County 55+ Retired Senior Volunteer Program and Amy Golly from North Liberty 55+ Senior Connections Lunch will discuss ways to stay socially active.
Register via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_R_RGaX80Ql2uZKL2HG4y_w.
You may also view the event live on the Johnson County Social Services Facebook page.

Build My Future - Virtual
2021-04-27 - 2021-04-28 | IA
Build My Future is virtual during 2021 via Zoom! This award-winning iniative is intended to expose youth to the skilled trades and plant seeds for developing Iowa’s future building-industry workforce. It is hosted by the ACE Sector Board and a collaboration among The Greater Iowa City Area HBA; the Greater Cedar Rapids HBA; and Kirkwood Community College.
Schedule to come. Click here to learn more about Build My Future, including how to become a sponsor or provide a demonstration for the broadcast.

Energy Blitz
2021-04-24 - 2021-04-25 | Fairmeadows Park, 2451 Miami Drive, Iowa City, IA, 52240
Sign up for the Energy Blitz ! The event is a collaboration between the
City of Iowa City and Johnson Clean Energy District to commemorate April’s Earth Day.

Who:
Anyone is welcome to volunteer! You will need your own transportation. High School students are eligible to earn Silver Cord volunteer hours for participating. Everyone receives a reusable eco-friendly water bottle. Each participant must complete a liability waiver.
What:
LED lightbulbs and other energy efficiency supplies will be distributed on the south side of Iowa City. Volunteers will travel together in small groups to deliver energy savings boxes in local neighborhoods. Masks are required to be worn at all times and social distancing will be practiced.
Times:
9 – 11:30 a.m. OR 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Sign Up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0b4fafad2da6f49-earth
Orientation:
Recorded Zoom
Hand Out

Meeting Place:
Each team will assemble at Fairmeadows Park at the start of their shift to meet their team captains, go over instructions and ask questions before heading out. Please arrive 10 minutes before your shift.

Why:
The energy packages being supplied to families will save energy and money. The products are an easy way to work toward the City of Iowa City’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. For more information on the City’s climate goals visit https://www.icgov.org/project/climate-action. To become involved with Johnson Clean Energy District visit https://johnsoncleanenergydistrict.org/.

Lunch N Learn: Social Media Best Practices
2021-04-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Your business is using social media, but is it making the most of each social platform? Join Brook Easton, director of digital marketing and co-owner of Easton Design, as she shares, best practices for social media. Included will be deciding which social networks will get you the most bang for your buck and how to tackle content creation.
This class is perfect for the business that already has social channels created, but is hitting roadblocks with engagement or getting started and staying consistent.
There will be time for a Q&A.
RSVP by 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 20 to Karyl to receive a Zoom-link invite for this virtual event.

About Our Presenter:

Brook Easton is the Director of Digital Marketing for Iowa City Area HBA member Easton Design, a digital marketing agency she co-owns with her husband. The company specializes in web design; social media marketing; and strategy, branding and videography. With more than 25 years of marketing experience and a laptop, she helps businesses find their voice online. Creating communities, building relationships and telling brand stories, one post, like and share at a time.
