THE INSIDER
May 22, 2012

Inside this issue:
• CALENDAR  
• FROM THE EO’S CORNER 
• CELEBRATE with AN EARLY MEMBERSHIP BBQ, June 13 
• SPONSORS & GOLFERS:  SIGN UP NOW FOR GOLF TOURNAMENT 
• GOT A GREAT SHOP/STUDIO TO SHOW OFF? 
• BUILT GREEN / MCR JOINT MEETING 
• BIAW SUMMER BOARD MEETING 
---UPCOMING  CLASSES---
• RESIDENTIAL ENERGY CODE INDOOR VENTILATION TRAINING 
• BUILDING PERFORMANCE CENTER CLASSES 
• EXPORTING SEMINAR 

CALENDAR
Tuesday, May 22 —4:00-5:00 p.m., Golf Committee
Wednesday, May 23—11:30-1:00 p.m., Home Show Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 24 – 11:30 a.m., GAC
Monday, June 11 – joint meeting of Built Green and MRC, 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 13 – 5-7 p.m. Membership BBQ
Thursday, June 14 – 11:30 a.m., GAC
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FROM THE EO’S CORNER:
     Three items: the proposed Bellingham Home Fund initiative (1), a contemplated ordinance to require Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling (2), and the proposed Bellingham Environmental Element addition to the comprehensive plan (3) all endeavor to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Bellingham. But each of these proposals, in their own way, will move the dream of homeownership a little further out of reach for Bellingham residents. Adding an additional real estate tax, creating an additional bureaucracy to regulate an existing ongoing activity, and requiring studies and actions in light of possible future climate changes will add more layers to an already burdensome process and will necessarily add to the cost of home ownership.
     As an association we are asking tough questions, challenging assumptions and offering constructive input to the conversations determining the outcome of these proposals. The staff, leadership and volunteers of the BIAWC are bringing your individual voices together to be able to speak with more impact. Consider getting involved. Come to a Government Affairs committee meeting, send us your thoughts, participate in our "just launched” blog!  We want to hear your views!
     Don’t forget to do business with a member. Please encourage your business associates to join with us and become a member of BIAWC.
     And please remember to pass the word about Baker Creek Place as a location for your next event!
     Thanks for being a member.
     It’s a new day at BIA!
     BAE
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COME CELEBRATE A REALLY GOOD THING FOR OUR ASSOCIATION !
Wednesday, June 13, 5-7 p.m. annual Membership BBQ
ROII Select is back and refunds are better this year than last.  Join us for a celebration of the "good things” BIAWC is doing for its members.  Free food, free beer and a whole lot of high fiving as we hand out the ROII checks EARLY this year on Wednesday, June 13th, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at 1650 Baker Creek Place.  Bring your crew, your spouse, a former member or a new recruit.  RSVP to sharonk@biawc.com or phone 671-4247.
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SPONSORS & GOLFERS:  SIGN UP NOW FOR BIAWC’S ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
We’re swinging into action planning for the annual golf tournament on August 24 at Shuksan Golf Course. Sign up your foursome, enlist your company as a sponsor and dig through your closet for some plaid attire.  Easy sign up online at biawc.com/golf or contact Sharon Kingston at sharonk@biawc.com for more information.
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GOT A GREAT SHOP/STUDIO TO SHOW OFF?
The Bellingham Herald is doing a feature in November on "what makes a good shop” and is asking our members to volunteer their own or suggest a friend who has a great space where they do their woodwork, metalwork, or any kind of creating.  Must be a Whatcom County resident and be willing to be interviewed and photographed.  Email your nominations to dean.kahn@bellinghamherald.com or call 715-2291.
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BUILT GREEN / MCR JOINT MEETING
June 11 – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join MRC and Built Green® to hear Todd Pesek of Vinyltek talk about glazing options to satisfy the new energy code. This is a brown bag lunch — bring your own.  Guests and visitors are welcome! The two groups will hold their business meetings at the end of the joint presentation.
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BIAW SUMMER BOARD MEETING
June 27, 28, 29 – Red Lion Inn, Pasco
The BIAW Summer Board meeting is planned at the Red Lion Inn, Pasco. Call the Red Lion Hotel at 800-733-5466 to reserve your room. Mention you are with BIAW  to receive the group rate of $105.95/single or $110.95/double. Contact Amanda or Jan R. at 800-228-4229 for more information.
Wednesday, June 27th – BIAW Golf Tournament
Verret Designs + Building Solutions is a 14-year BIAWC member and a proud sponsor of the Putting Green at this year’s 2012 BIAW Golf Tournament at Sun Willows Golf Course, Pasco, WA.  It would be wonderful to have 1 or 2 more foursomes represent the BIAWC!  To register or for sponsorship opportunities contact Brenda Kwieciak, 800-228-4229, ext. 113.  Deadline to register is June 20.  Verret Designs + Building Solutions will be on course and looking for YOU!
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-------------------------------UPCOMING CLASSES -----------------------------------

RESIDENTIAL ENERGY CODE INDOOR VENTILATION TRAINING
June 7, 9 am-2 pm at PSE Skagit Service Center, Burlington.
Luke Howard, of the Washington State Energy Office (WSEC) explores the air quality provisions of the 2009 code. His presentation will include indoor ventilation requirements, equipment basics and code compliance.  This is an excellent course for building department employees, builders, sub-contractors or Architects. Lunch provided.
Fee: NWAIA members $50, Non-members $75.
Mail check only to: NWAIA, P.O. Box AB, Bellingham WA  98227 (Include names/s of attendee/s and a contact phone number). Payment must be received by June 4.
Contact is Thomas S. Entrikin, Executive Director, NW WA American Institute of Architects, 671 9555, director@nwaia.org.
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BUILDING PERFORMANCE CENTER CLASSES
Classes at the BPC, 3406 Redwood Ave., include:

1.  Combustion Safety 
May 30 & 31 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost:  $550.00
Instructor:  Chris Clay
This workshop focuses on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. Procedures to determine appliance drafts will be reviewed. Proper use of the digital manometer, draft gauges, chemical smoke and techniques for resolving pressure problems will be emphasized. This is not a combustion appliance repair course, this course is about identifying existing problems and predicting how house tightening or duct repair will cause problems, or make existing problems worse.
To register, click here.

2.  Advanced Pressure Diagnostics, Blower Door
June 6 & 7 – 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost:  $550.00
Instructor:  John Davies and Warren Mizzi
This workshop takes pressure diagnostics to the next level. Participants will learn methods for predicting potential for air leakage reduction in floors, walls and ceilings adjacent to buffer zones (attic, crawlspace, attached garage). These methods can help determine whether air sealing work is needed or completed. 
Click here to register.
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EXPORTING SEMINAR
June 27 & 28 at Moss Adams
The Bellingham office of Moss Adams LLP has partnered with the Washington Small Business Development Center and the International Trade Alliance to offer small and midsize businesses a two-day seminar on exporting products and services overseas.

The seminar will take place at Moss Adams on June 27 and 28 and cover many critical topics, including tax considerations, financing, logistics, international marketing and certifications, intellectual property, risk, and expansion.  "This is a unique opportunity for businesses looking to enter the world market for the first time," said David Parlato, senior manager at Moss Adams. "You don't have to be a large organization to find success overseas."
 
Following the seminar's last session, Moss Adams will host a social networking event for attendees, advisors, and other exporters at Jalapeno’s Family Mexican Restaurant in Barkley Village. The seminar fee is $75, and registration can be found at wsbdc.org/training-calendar
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