Local Representation - Local political and
governmental affairs representation through our own governmental affairs staff,
Government Affairs Committee and Affordable Housing Council of Kitsap County -
representing the interests of the building industry in Kitsap County.
National and State Affiliation - As a member
of the Home Builders Association of Kitsap County you are also a member of the
National Association of Home Builders and the Building Industry Association of
Washington. You also have all the NAHB benefits - National Builders Show,
access to NAHB's Library, business assistance, free legal research,
subscription to Builder Magazine, NAHB.org, NAHBRC.org and more!!
Money $aving Programs for Members Only -
Group buying power makes a difference! Below are three of the most popular
programs for members.
- Return on Industrial Insurance Program (ROII) - A
very successful program, available only to members, has averaged refunding to
participating members 25% of their workers compensation (industrial insurance)
premiums! Over $1.2 Million was returned to HBA of Kitsap members in
2007!
- Health Insurance - Our group health program
provides members health coverage with a wide variety of options and hard to
beat premiums.
- New Home Builder Association Discount
Program. Verizon Wireless Discounts. 17% discount on
your existing or new Verizon accounts, 25% off select accessories, discounts on
your wireless PDA/Phone service and wireless laptop connectivity. Contact our
Verizon Account Executive Rebecca Leonard at (360) 710-5050 or email at
Rebecca.leonard@verizonwireless.com
Member Web Site Program - Gain a presence on
the World Wide Web using this member program. Internet traffic and more and
more business is being conducted online! Your business can be a part of this
growth. As a member of Kitsap HBA you gain from our larger presence on the Web
and your e-mail address and website will have active links.
Built Green® - The HBA's state and
national award winning environmentally-friendly building program provides
participating members a valued marketing advantage and local resource
guide.
Educational Workshops - Workshops on a wide
variety of topics including; Construction Law, Job-Site Safety, Skill Building,
Building Codes, Computers, First Aid-CPR Certification, etc.
Participation - Members have the opportunity
to participate with the HBA - Remodelers Council, Associates Network and
Membership, Goverment Affairs, Auction, Home & Garden Expo, Home &
Remodel Expo, Parade of Homes, Built Green® and Golf Tournament
Committees.
Membership Directory - An annual directory of
HBA members and the directory of member services and products - with over 3,000
copies distributed to members and the Kitsap County building industry. Our
website also contains an electronic Membership Directory. Lists, labels and
computer diskettes of members is also available.
Publications - The HBA's newsletter is the
centerfold insert in the Kitsap
Business Journal reaching over 25,000 local firms and provides information
on issues, legislation, association activities and business information. The
HBA also produces two high quality publications each year, the Kitsap
Peninsula Builder and Remodel Kitsap magazines.
Monthly Membership Meetings - An opportunity
to hear interesting speakers and network with other members.
Business Development -
Membership and participation in your trade association is the best and most
effective method of increasing and developing new business relationships.
Kitsap Home Builders Foundation - Supports
the HBA with charitable and educational activities including grants to support
low impact development.
Peninsula Home &
Garden Expo - March each year
Parade of Homes -
August each year
Golf Tournament - July each year
Peninsula Home & Remodel Expo - October each
year
and much, much, more!!!
Contact the Home Builders Association of Kitsap
County at
479-5778 or 800-200-5778
e-mail:info@kitsaphba.com
