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	<title>Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield, Missouri</title>
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		<title>CBBT Event for Shane Schoeller</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:34:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[HBA Members are invited to stop by and visit with Shane Schoeller who is running for Secretary of State. Taste some Missouri wine provided by VINO 100 Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>NAHB &#8211; Design/Build Solutions for Aging and Accessibility (CAPS II)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:55:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The maturing of the U.S. Baby Boomer population is a huge opportunity for remodelers. As this consumer group expands, more and more are interested in remodeling their home to fit their new lifestyle and abilities. This Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) course will help you understand the guidelines and requirements of accessibility, the importance of doing an assessment with input from &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-designbuild-solutions-for-aging-and-accessibility-caps-ii/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>NAHB &#8211; Marketing &amp; Communication Strategies for Aging and Accessibility (CAPS I)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:49:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Millions of Americans are living longer and more active lives. And with their changing lifestyles, maturing Americans are also looking to revitalize their home environments. Identifying these opportunities and developing the skills to interact with 50+ customers can help you grow your business dramatically. Learn best practices in communicating and interacting with this exciting and evolving population, and take advantage &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-marketing-communication-strategies-for-aging-and-accessibility-caps-i/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>NAHB &#8211; BAR/PREP Exams</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:44:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Amanda Heinz - Education</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Builder Assessment Review (BAR) This comprehensive course assessment will measure your expertise in five key areas of the building industry: Building Technology Business and Finance Project Management Sales and Marketing Safety Your results will show you the areas where your knowledge is strongest, where it is weakest, and will determine the courses required for you to obtain your CGB. Designations: &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-barprep-exams/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Home Show Committee Meeting</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:28:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Member Event to Support Schoeller for Secretary of State</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:27:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[HBA members are invited to a special reception for House Speaker Pro Tem and Candidate for Missouri Secretary of State Shane Schoeller on Tuesday, February 28 at Metro Appliances and More from 5 to 6:30 pm. In addition to talking with our very own “home grown” candidate with deep roots in Southwest Missouri, attendees will have an opportunity to taste some Missouri wine and learn &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-member-event-to-support-schoeller-for-secretary-of-state/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Spring Fishing Tournament Set for April 4 at Table Rock</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 22:53:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charlyce Ruth - Events</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield&#8217;s annual spring fishing tournament will be held at Table Rock Lake, Mill Creek on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, and the HBA is accepting entries now.  Entry fee for the tournament is $75 per boat. To reserve your spot, download the entry form here, fill it out, and return it to: HBA of Greater &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-spring-fishing-tournament-set-for-april4/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Builder Members – Join us for HBA of Missouri Legislative Day on March 6!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[HBA members from around the state will be meeting at the State Capitol in Jefferson City on Tuesday, March 6 to talk with legislators and encourage passage of bills important to the industry including a fix for co-employee liability. If you are a builder member and would like to ride the bus and participate in Legislative Day, or if you &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/builder-members-%e2%80%93-join-us-for-hba-of-missouri-legislative-day-on-march-6/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBAM&#8217;s Priority Workers Comp Reform Legislation Passes in Senate</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hbampriorityworkerscomppassessenate/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16:04:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[SB 572, a workers&#8217; compensation reform bill sponsored by Sen. Tom Dempsey (R-23) passed out of the Senate this week by a vote of 26-8.  This bill would correct two court decisions that have a costly impact on Missouri’s workers’ compensation system which directly impacts the cost of doing business. Specifically, SB 572 addresses the statutes that allowed court decisions to move co-employee liability and &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/hbampriorityworkerscomppassessenate/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Home Remodeling Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-home-remodeling-expo-4/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:20:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Home Remodeling Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-home-remodeling-expo-3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:19:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Home Remodeling Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-home-remodeling-expo-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:17:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Office Closed-Memorial Day</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-office-closed-memorial-day/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:11:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Associate Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-associate-council-meeting-6/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:07:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Contact: Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Associate Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-associate-council-meeting-5/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:06:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Staff Contact: Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Associate Council Meeting</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:04:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Associate Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-associate-council-meeting-3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:03:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-parade-of-homes-13/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:11:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-parade-of-homes-12/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:09:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-parade-of-homes-11/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:08:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-parade-of-homes-9/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:56:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>HBA Parade of Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-parade-of-homes-7/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:55:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<title>Protect Your Home Investment: Designations Make A Difference!</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/protect-your-home-investment-designations-make-a-difference/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/protect-your-home-investment-designations-make-a-difference/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:40:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brett Godfrey</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Quality workmanship, knowledge and experience matter, especially when you will be investing a significant amount of money with a home builder or remodeler as you build a new home or update your current one to fit your lifestyle. Choosing a building professional with a designation can help ensure you are hiring a builder or remodeler who is committed to their craft &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/protect-your-home-investment-designations-make-a-difference/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>CSI Trade Show Offers Training on Springfield&#8217;s E-Permitting &amp; E-Verify</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/csi-trade-show-offers-training-on-springfields-e-permitting-e-verify/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/csi-trade-show-offers-training-on-springfields-e-permitting-e-verify/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:48:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On March 15, members of local construction industries are invited to participate in the annual trade show hosted by the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). At this year&#8217;s event, special educational sessions will focus on two issues of timely importance to construction businesses planning to work in the City of Springfield. E-Permitting: Learn how the State of Missouri’s first end-to-end electronic plan &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/csi-trade-show-offers-training-on-springfields-e-permitting-e-verify/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Rogersville board votes to boost home building by cutting impact fees</title>
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		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/rogersville-board-approves-proposal-to-boost-housing-construction-by-cutting-impact-fees/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:08:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[At its February 6 meeting, the Rogersville Board of Aldermen approved a proposal to cut the city’s water and sewer impact fees by 75% through August 31. Water and sewer impact fees in Rogersville range from $1,500 to $2,600 per house, depending on location. The vote was taken following comments by HBA President Matt Bailey, who both resides in and &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/rogersville-board-approves-proposal-to-boost-housing-construction-by-cutting-impact-fees/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBA/CBBT &#8216;Advocacy Leadership Team&#8217; Gives Associates Exclusive Builder Access</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hbacbbt-advocacy-leadership-team-gives-associates-exclusive-builder-access/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hbacbbt-advocacy-leadership-team-gives-associates-exclusive-builder-access/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 04:06:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What HBA members need and want MOST! For the better part of a year, HBA of Greater Springfield President Matt Bailey has met repeatedly (both formally and informally) with associate and builder members of the HBA to survey them and gather input and feedback on how to best provide meaningful value for their HBA membership investment. Over time, patterns began &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/hbacbbt-advocacy-leadership-team-gives-associates-exclusive-builder-access/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Voters approve E-Verify requirement for employers working in Springfield</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/voters-approve-e-verify-requirement-for-employers-working-in-springfield/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/voters-approve-e-verify-requirement-for-employers-working-in-springfield/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:02:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Springfield voters on Tuesday narrowly approved a requirement for local employers to use the national E-Verify system when hiring employees. With a turnout at about 14 percent, the petition-based measure passed 8,247 to 8,026 according to unofficial results. The city is evaluating precisely how it will implement and enforce the new requirement. In general, every business entity that applies for &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/voters-approve-e-verify-requirement-for-employers-working-in-springfield/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Builders&#8217; Circle Blog: It Is Official&#8212;Springfield Is Number One!</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/builders-circle-blog-it-is-official-springfield-is-number-one/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/builders-circle-blog-it-is-official-springfield-is-number-one/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:28:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jim Baker</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[How does it feel to be number one? Springfield is number one, according to WIKI.  I found out accidentally when, with no special reason in mind, I Googled the question, &#8220;What city has the most varied weather?&#8221;  That&#8217;s right, Springfield, Missouri is listed as having the most varied weather in this country.  I really was not that surprised and probably &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/builders-circle-blog-it-is-official-springfield-is-number-one/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Spring Golf Tourney</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-spring-golf-tourney/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:31:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Annual spring golf tourney Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Spring Fishing Tourney</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-spring-fishing-tourney-2/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-spring-fishing-tourney-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[HBA Annual Spring Fishing Tournament BIG BASS &#8211; Sponsored by ABC Supply Co, Inc.  Contact: Kevin Clingan Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>MyHBA Lunch</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/myhba-lunch-4/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/myhba-lunch-4/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:08:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Complimentary lunch meeting for new members and all members wanting member benefits information. Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Membership Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-membership-council-meeting-2/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-membership-council-meeting-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:06:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chairperson: Sarah Watson Staff Contact: Kay Wylie Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>Master Certified Green Professional Courses Offered in STL in March</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/master-certified-green-professional-courses-offered-in-stl-in-march/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/master-certified-green-professional-courses-offered-in-stl-in-march/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:36:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>HBA Staff Report</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Green Building Council of the Home Builders Association of Greater St. Louis and Eastern Missouri has scheduled courses for those who wish to obtain their Master Certified Green Professional designation through the National Association of Home Builders University of Housing. The Master CGP designation is the advanced track for professionals who already hold the Certified Green Professional designation. The &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/master-certified-green-professional-courses-offered-in-stl-in-march/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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		<title>IBS-International Builders Show</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/ibs-international-builders-show/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/ibs-international-builders-show/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:45:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Annual event of NAHB Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Home Show Committee Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-home-show-committee-meeting/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-home-show-committee-meeting/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:04:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chairman: John Harp Staff Contact: Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Remodelors Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-remodelors-council-meeting-16/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-remodelors-council-meeting-16/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:02:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chairman: Shannon Lee and Sam Bradley Staff Contact: Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Remodelors Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-remodelors-council-meeting-15/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chairman: Shannon Lee and Sam Bradley Staff Contact:  Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>HBA Remodelors Council Meeting</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-remodelors-council-meeting-14/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/hba-remodelors-council-meeting-14/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:58:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kay Wylie - Membership</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chairman: Shannon Lee and Sam Bradley Staff Contact: Charlyce Ruth Share and Enjoy:]]></description>
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		<title>NAHB &#8211; Estimating for Builders and Remodelers</title>
		<link>http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-estimating-for-builders-and-remodelers/</link>
		<comments>http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-estimating-for-builders-and-remodelers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:11:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Amanda Heinz - Education</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Learn how to develop winning bids and use estimates as a powerful management tool. This course for remodelers and small- to mid-volume builders addresses one of the most challenging topics in building today – estimating. After this course you will have an appreciation of the importance of estimating, knowledge of how to create an estimating system and the ability to &#8230; <a href="http://www.springfieldhba.com/nahb-estimating-for-builders-and-remodelers/"><p align="left">Continue Reading</p></a>]]></description>
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