Supreme Court Blocks OSHA Vaccine Mandate for Large Employers
The U.S. Supreme Court today voted 6-3 to block the Biden administration from enforcing a COVID-19 vaccine or testing mandate for employers with at least 100 workers. In issuing its decision, the Supreme Court stated that “OSHA has never before imposed such a mandate. Nor has Congress. Indeed, although Congress has enacted significant legislation adÂdressing…
Get Ready for 2022 IBS
NAHB’s special pre-show planner – developed in collaboration with Pro Builder magazine and SGC Horizon, the official media partner of NAHB – is now available. Use this planner in advance of the 2022 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) to help map out your IBS experience. Highlights of this special edition include: An Advance Look at IBS Education (p. 12) IBS…
Rebuilding and repairing your home after the Marshall Fire
As the Boulder County community begins recovery after the devastating Marshall Fire, local home builders want residents to be aware of scammers that may pose as legitimate contractors. The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver suggests that residents research contractors to avoid negative experiences and costly mistakes. The following are several tips to remember when…
HBA Advocate Newsletter | January 4, 2022
January 4, 2022 HBA Planning Support and Resources For Housing-Impacted Boulder County Residents In the wake of last week’s Marshall Fire and the devastating loses to the residents and small businesses in Boulder County, Jeff McGovern, 2022 HBA Board President, and HBA CEO Ted Leighty updated members on the HBA’s response. According to yesterday’s…
HBA planning support and industry resources for housing-impacted Boulder County residents
As we begin the New Year, many of us remain in shock over last week’s Marshall Fire and the devastating loses to the residents and small businesses of Boulder County. Seeing that devastation understandably makes us want to help those impacted as quickly as possible. Thankfully, there are many local nonprofits and charities, as well…
Capitol Close Up
Beginning on January 1, homebuilders selling new homes within a metro district will be required to provide additional disclosure to the buyers. This disclosure is required as part of Senate Bill 21-262, which was supported by the Colorado Association of Home Builders and our real estate and special district partners. SB262 was a proactive measure…
HBA Membership Newsletter | December 21, 2021
Welcome to your monthly Membership Newsletter from the HBA of Metro Denver. InterConnections provides our membership with member news, celebrations, events, FAQs, and more! December 21, 2021 Happy Holidays and a Cheers to 2022! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from myself, HBA Membership Manager, Katie Evereth and the HBA Membership Committee for 2022! Co-chairs…
HBA Advocate Newsletter | December 7, 2021
December 7, 2021 Metro Housing Coalition Celebrates Noteworthy Election-Day Victories The Metro Housing Coalition worked diligently over the past year to recruit, identify, interview and endorse this year’s slate of city council candidates across the Denver Metro Area, and the hard work paid off with tangible results. Over the 2021 election cycle, MHC Board members…
Industry Loses Denver Building Pioneer Vernon Purdy
Vernon James Purdy 06/26/1938 – 11/14/2021 Vernon Purdy, age 83, died peacefully at his home in Englewood, CO on November 14, 2021. Mr. Purdy was suffering from the effects of advanced Alzheimer’s disease when he passed. Vern was born June 26, 1938, in Canandaigua, New York. He was raised on the family farm and later…
Rod Mickelberry to Retire from Cardel Homes After 30+ Years, Sara Dieringer Appointed Senior VP
NOVEMBER 19, 2021 – Denver, CO – Following an exemplary 30-year career with Cardel Homes, Rod Mickelberry, Regional President, Colorado, has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2021. Ryan Ockey, CEO of the Cardel Group of Companies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Dieringer as Senior Vice President of the Colorado Home Division…