Highlights from the HBAGC

HBAGC has a unique opportunity to launch a special health insurance program as of September 1, 2008 in partnership with Tandem HR and Benefits Solutions Group, LLC.  This insurance plan will have an exclusive rating structure and the potential for long-term rate stability.  Favorable pricing will be available to those who come aboard between September 1 and December 31, 2008.  This plan will offer three (3) PPO Programs, one (1) POS program and one (1) HMO program (where available).

I encourage each of you to consider participating in this exciting member benefit.  More information is available on the website including overviews of each plan and the papework you need to complete and submit to Benefit Solutions Group in order to receive a rate quote.  The more participation HBAGC has, the better the rates will be.  Please take some time to review this information today.   

Alan D. Lev
2008 HBAGC President

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Please join the Lake & McHenry Chapters for an evening of complimentary networking and fun at Clay Products in Spring Grove on June 18th.  Click here for the RSVP form or for more information, contact Rita Unzner 630-627-7575 xc205.

The Young Builders Council will be hosting an HBAGC Member Appreciation picnic at Busse Woods on June 27th.  All HBAGC members are invited to attend this BYOB picnic.  The cost is only $10.  Visit our website to register online, print a reply form and get directions to the picnic grove.  We hope to see you there for this fun afternoon! 

Mark your calendar for the 2008 Key/SAMMY Awards - October 3rd at The Meadows Club in Rolling Meadows.  Entry deadline is July 7th.  Click here for more information on sponsorship, entry criteria and judging opportunities.

Vendor Day for the 2009 Remodel Chicagoland Tour will be July 9th at Medinah Banquets in Addison.  More information is available on our website. 

HomeAid Chicago Happenings: 

Project Playhouse Ribbon Cutting, June 17th, 1:30 - 3 p.m.   Location: John Hancock Center, 875 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago (Corner of Michigan & Chestnut) 

HomeAid Chicago and American Girl invite you to the official ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate The 2008 Project Playhouse American Girl "Kit's Home on Abbott Place."  This event is free but RSVP requested.  Online RSVP Click Here.  

Volunteer Opportunities with HomeAid - HomeAid Chicago is looking for volunteers to help with it's signature event - Project Playhouse.  This year's event will be held at John Hancock Center on Michigan Avenue starting June 17-July 13th.  Volunteers are needed weekdays 3- 6 pm and weekends 11 a.m. -6 p.m. (2-3 hour shifts).  Visit www.projectplayhousechicago.org for complete details or email nashton@hbagc.com 

Project Playhouse supports HomeAid's mission to build hope and homes for the temporarily homeless in Greater Chicagoland area.  Visit www.homeaidchicago.org to view our projects.  

Start Your Engines... HomeAid’s Racing Home event featuring Jeff Gordon, four time NASCAR champion, is July 11th. Reserve your spot today at www.homeaidchicago.org.  Space is limited.  Enjoy this opportunity to have your personal NASCAR memorabilia autographed and have your photograph taken with Jeff.

Date: Friday, July 11th
Registration starts at 11 a.m.
Location: Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, IL.    

Presented by DuPont, Parksite and Bank of America, a variety of sponsorship opportunities are available.  Commit to a sponsorship to receive a VIP Private Meeting with Jeff Gordon.  

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Starting Monday, April 28, 2008 through July 28, 2008. Safe Home Products will donate 5% of its sales on SafeHomeProducts.com to HomeAid on the following home safety products: outlet covers, edge guard cushions, banister guards, window guards, radon gas detectors, combustible gas detectors, and safety gates for children and pets. Visitors to http://www.safehomeproducts.com/ can click on the HomeAid banner to view eligible items and full details on the contribution program. Then they may purchase their choice of products and know that 5% of their purchase price goes to fund HomeAid projects.

 

Is there an issue impeding your development?  If so, chances are that it also affects others in the home building industry.  Contact the Attainable Housing Alliance at 630-932-2304 and let us help you be part of the solution.  Visit us on the web at www.ahabuilder.com. 

 

 

Interested in obtaining a NAHB designation such as Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) or Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR)?  Visit www.learn-build.com to find a list of upcoming courses. 

 

 

 

 Do you have feedback on the HBAGC Highlights? Please contact Jennifer Gorra.