Las Cruces, NM - The Building Industry Association of Southern NM will continue their annual tradition of providing thanksgiving meals to families in need through the efforts of the Community Service Committee. The group, through the Thanksgiving Food Drive plans to provide complete meals to 200 families. "The food drive is something I look forward to every year," says Elena Wood of the BIA, "It's a great feeling to be able to help so many
BIA to provide Thanksgiving Meals to families in need
What Home Owners Need to Know About Lead Paint
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule governing the work of professional remodelers in homes built before 1978 took effect on April 22, 2010.
The rule addresses remodeling and renovation projects for all residential and multifamily structures built prior to 1978 that disturb more than six square feet of painted surfaces inside the home or 20 square feet on the exterior of the home, due to possible lead paint contamination.
The EPA rule lists prohibited
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Dust Ordinance on July 19 City Council Agenda
On Monday, July 19, at 1:00 PM, the City Council will hear a presentation regarding the proposed "Dust Control" ordinance. Although the building industry will have several opportunities in the months ahead to make its position known on this proposal, we suggest that builders, developers, contractors, and others who are concerned about the severe impact of additional and very costly regulation in today's economic climate be prepared on Monday to make your voices heard.
The draft
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Lead Certification Training June 29
Las Cruces, NM - Due to increased demand, the Building Industry Association of Southern NM in partnership with Santa Fe Community College has once again scheduled the "Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair, and Painting Initial Training Course" on June 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the BIA office. This course is being offered to association members for a discounted rate of $300 per person. Non-members may register for $350 per person.
Beginning April 2010,
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Networking Luncheon w/ Guest Speaker Steve Pearce
Las Cruces, NM - Steve Pearce, candidate for United States Congress is slated to be the guest speaker at the Building Industry Association of Southern NM's monthly networking luncheon. The luncheon is set for Thursday, June 17, from 11:30am to 1:00pm in the association's meeting hall, located at 2825 N. Main Street. Members of the BIA pay $17 in advance or $25 at the door. Non-members pay $20 in advance or $28 at the door.
New Mexico Recycling Coalition Announces Outstanding Recyclers
April 21, 2010
In honor of Earth Day, the New Mexico Recycling Coalition is pleased to announce leading businesses, communities and individuals who have played a critical role to help increase and improve recycling efforts in the state. Awardees will be recognized at a ceremony during the New Mexico Recycling Conference on June 22 at 4:00 PM at the Albuquerque Convention Center.
English Bird, Executive Director of New Mexico Recycling Coalition said, "With a national
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New Mexico's First Green Built Subdivision to Break Ground
Las Cruces, NM - The Building Industry Association of Southern New Mexico (BIA) is proud to announce the creation of a new special event called Green Street Parade of Homes.
Green Street Parade of Homes is a single site event that will feature 7-10 new homes that are all built to New Mexico Green Build standards with the additional covenants that all homes will be constructed with active solar. The subdivision, owned by Gabriel Sandoval and
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Wilderness Designation Topic of BIA Dinner Meeting
Las Cruces, NM - Gene Wood, Retired Chief Border Patrol Agent will be providing at the Building Industry Association of Southern NM's monthly meeting along with Steve Wilmeth, a representative with the group People for Preserving Our Western Heritage, a presentation on the devastating impact that designated federal Wilderness has on the country's southern border.
The monthly general membership meeting is set for Tuesday, February 16, from 6pm to 8pm in the association's meeting hall, located
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Susana Martinez Guest Speaker at BIA dinner
Susana Martinez Guest Speaker at BIA dinner
Las Cruces, NM - Candidate for Governor of the State of New Mexico, Susana Martinez is scheduled to be the guest speaker at the January 12th general membership dinner meeting, sponsored by 1st Advantage Mortgage. Martinez will speak about the issues on her agenda, while members of the association will be given an opportunity to ask questions about issues relevant to them. Martinez was quoted on her website saying,
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BIA of Southern New Mexico to Host Nationally Acclaimed Marketing Seminar
Las Cruces, NM - The BIA of Southern New Mexico is hosting a nationally attended Marketing Seminar for all its members and any interested business people in the community. The Renegade Direct Marketing 101 Seminar and Workshop will be held on Friday, August 7 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at BIA of Southern New Mexico in Las Cruces.
The four-hour seminar has been held throughout the country and is presented by Rob Oliver of The
