September-October 2009
A Brighter Future Beckons
Hogan Looks Ahead As His Tenure Comes to a Close
Many strides were made during Horace Hogan's reign as Chairman of the CBIA. But as his year comes to a close, Hogan prefers to look ahead to a brighter future for both the homebuilding industry and the Association. In his final column, Hogan is excited about the incoming leadership of John Young as Chairman and Elizabeth Snow as CEO and President. He says the foundation is in place to make great strides in the coming year. But Hogan also has plenty of thanks to pass out before he says goodbye.
Articles
Reinventing the Wheel
PCBC is preparing a bold new floor plan that aims to bring a larger sense of community to the exhibit floor for the 2010 show.
Perspectives: Home Staging
Real estate industry veteran Beth Bliffen says there are many benefits to home staging, an option builders can use to get their homes ready for customers.
In the Know
A variety of news and notes from business involved in the building industry in California.
Names in the News
Hirings, promotions and honors for individuals working in the building industry in California.
2009 Legislative and Administrative Update
Technical Director/Senior Advocate Bob Raymer outlines the status of two Assembly bills watched closely by CBIA and changes in setbacks and gray water working their way through state agencies.
Can Homeowners Evade the Right to Repair?
CBIA General Counsel Nick Cammarota looks at an August decision by the Court of Appeal on SB 800, California's right-to-repair law.
Communicating to a Multilingual Workforce
Judy Kerry of the State Compensation Insurance Fund outlines what employers must do to communicate safety issues to employees who don't speak English.