April 2020
President Richard Daniels Vice President Amy Haworth Associate Vice President Siobhan Brackett Treasurer James Fogle Secretary Ryan Kelly Immediate Past President Frank Severino Immediate Past Associate VP Jay Bryant Builder Directors: Dionsinio Campbell Nathan Rechichar Alison Root Dana VonBrocken Associate Directors: Alfy Fyock Bill Gallagher Jeff Hawk Richard VonBrocken Executive Officer Laura R. Perkins
Volume 16
LEADERSHIP
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Parade of Homes Builders Breakfast
Thank you to all who attended the Parade of Homes Builders Breakfast March 17th. We optimistically anticipated our 2020 Parade of Homes to be held in May, however after reaching out to the entrants, the majority voted for a September 26th to October 4th Parade. The new dates were approved at the April 21st Board of Directors meeting, and we are moving forward with full steam! Judging day will be Friday, May 29th, and the Parade of Homes Awards Gala date is to be determined.
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March Events
Mr. Smith from the FL Dept of Corrections Work Release Program contacted Alfy, and they have an overabundance of inmates that are low risk, ready and willing to work and get their lives back on track. "I have used this service in the past, and the last one I used has been with me for over 3 years, and is one of my top performers. He has turned his life around and is married and just bought a newer truck. I figured we can put it out to members looking for help." Contact info: Mr. Smith, Mr. Brannick, and Mr. Rayan at 386-254-1187. They are located on US-92 in Daytona.
In Memoriam
VBIA Member Thomas Ripple with East Coast Signs & Trophies passed away on March 8th, 2020.
Upcoming Events Executive & Board Meeting Tuesday, April 21st VBIA Office Executive & Board Meeting Tuesday, May 19th VBIA Office Parade of Homes Judging Day Friday, May 29th VBIA Office Executive & Board Meeting Tuesday, Jun 16th VBIA Office NAHB Spring Leadership Conf. June 18th - 20th Virtual General Membership Meeting Wednesday, June 24th TBD Executive & Board Meeting Tuesday, July 21st VBIA Office Dr. Dietz Economic Luncheon Thursday, July 23rd LPGA Golf & Country Club Southeast Building Conference July 30th - 31st Gaylord Palms - Kissimmee, FL Executive & Board Meeting Tuesday, August 18th VBIA Office Associate Trades Show TBD August TBD
Thank you Alfy Fyock with Alfy's Roofing for the tip!
Member Happenings
Chase Herbig
Nick Koulouris Libby Smith Donna Snow
Wendy Barbosa Libna Viruet
Paul Rechichar
Thank You New & Renewing Members!
Jerry Johnson
Santos Hernandez
Kristin Eck
Damian Castillo
Rose Ann Tornatore
James Stowers
David Jenkins
Donald Smith
New Members
Sandra Abraham
Debra Sorci
Tom Stockman
Michelle Adams
Matt Joyce
Joe Weber
Cassidy Yancey
Renewing Members
Robert Macklin
Dan Howell
Judge's Breakfast Partner
Builder's Breakfast Partner
Gala Cocktail Party Partners
Thank you to our Parade of Homes Partners!
Gary Yeoman' s Ford Lincoln Geosam
Alfy's Roofing Centricity CSS Fireplaces & Outdoor Living Florida Credit Union LRA Insurance Regions Mortgage Solar-Fit United Contractors Building Corp.
Home Bridge Financial Professional Title
Intracoastal Bank Southern Title
Mary Thomas, Life Director
Sherwin-Williams
Gala Silver Partners
Dave's Pest Control Sturdevant-Beach & Associates
Builders Insurance Group Overhead Door Co.
Gala Patron Partners
Gala Music & Photography Partners
US Bank
Foundation Partners
Advanced Home Exteriors Ameris Bank AnnieMac Home Mortgage Daytona Design District Fashion Tile FBC Mortgage Florida East Coast GradingLLC Seacoast Bank Wells Fargo Homes Mortgage
Gala Floral & Decor Partners
Key Partners
Video Presentation Partners
NAHB-Led Coalition Asks Housing Be Designated 'Essential'
In an effort spearheaded by NAHB, 90 companies and organizations are calling on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to designate construction of single-family and multifamily housing as an “Essential Infrastructure Business.” In a joint letter to Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Jack Wolf, the 90 organ- izations said this action is urgently needed to help stabilize the housing industry and its supply chain in the near term. “As cities and states issue declarations and public health orders as a result of the crisis, it is essential that communities have access to our professionals to build and maintain essential services including: building, plumbing, residential property management, rental housing operators, roofing, electrical, HVAC systems, waste/wastewater treatment plants and power generations,” the letter states. “Home construction, including those industries listed above, should be designated as ‘essential’ because they are necessary to maintain safety, sanitation, and economic security.” To keep the housing sector running during this economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, DHS should take the following actions: Allow government functions related to the building and development process, such as inspections, permitting and plan review services, to be modified to protect the public health. Allow supply stores, distributors and manufacturers of building products to continue to operate. Let workers in the building trades continue to maintain the essential operation of residences and other operating businesses.
The nation’s unprecedented response to COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, has affected the economy in profound ways. The social distancing urged by public health officials has shuttered businesses, and led to extensive job losses across the country. Amid this challenging time, the National Association of Home Builders has contin- ued operations, with staff working overtime to assist members during the crisis. NAHB’s efforts include legislative advocacy during Congressional deliberations on a series of legislative efforts to address the crisis. NAHB has also made available to members a wide range of resources on its website, including economic forecasts, information on business continuity, consumer information, and materials to assist NAHB’s state and local partner associations. The web resources can be found at NAHB.org/coronavirus. NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin are leading advocacy efforts, including regular outreach to officials in the Trump Administration and Congress. As an example, NAHB participated in a call with White House officials to discuss strategies for aid to the housing sector amid the COVID-19 threat that is wreaking short-term havoc on the national economy. Just two days later, President Trump put into effect NAHB’s recommendation to provide mortgage relief to homeowners when he announced that HUD is suspend- ing foreclosures and evictions for mort- gages insured by the FHA through the end of April. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will follow suit. NAHB also pushed for key provisions in the $2 trillion stimulus recently approved by the Senate. The CARES Act will make direct payments of $1,200 to individuals earning up to $75,000, or $2,400 for couples earning up to $150,000. It will also provide an additional $367 billion in loans for small businesses to help deal with payroll issues. NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz and his team forecast that second quarter GDP growth will be markedly negative, likely the worst since the third quarter of 2008. Approximately 40% of the economy is on a full or partial pause due to the coronavirus. Assuming containment efforts are success- ful within an eight-week period (consistent with South Korea's experience), NAHB’s economists forecast a weak third quarter followed by a rebound at the end of 2020. While the short-term outlook is negative, policy help is underway. The Federal Reserve reduced the federal funds rate to effectively zero, restarted quantitative easing (including for mortgage-backed securities), and made other policy moves to help ensure the continued operation of the financial system. These measures, in concert with the $2 trillion stimulus package, will help the economy bridge the gap from now through August. History suggests a robust rebound will follow this significant but temporary shock to the economy. As America takes on this tremendous challenge, NAHB is committed to helping members through determined advocacy, focused member services, effective communication and thoughtful economic analysis.
NAHB Working to Serve Members During the COVID-19 Crisis