BOARD PRESIDENT LETTER
Our Representation
Continues
THIS YEAR MARKS THE 70TH
ANNIVERSARY of HBRACC, since being formed by
a small band of local builders. For nearly three quarters
of a century, we have provided community, support, and
guidance to our members and our industry as a whole.
We expect to celebrate this milestone as an organization
throughout this upcoming year.
Growth of membership and the implementation of an
industry-related workforce development program were our
biggest goals of 2019. This year will be much of the same:
continued support of the membership through advocacy
of industry-related issues, growth as an organization, and
implementation of our updated strategic plan.
While the workforce development program is in its infancy stages, we are pleased to announce
that six individuals have completed trade-focused classes and are seeking placement with local
member companies for the spring/summer.
As an organization that supports the efforts of essential businesses and services in Massachusetts,
we must not forget to recognize the efforts put forth by the Baker-Polito Administration to push
forward with the Housing Choice Initiative, which plans to put Massachusetts on a path to produce
135,000 new units of housing by 2025. As I write this, the Housing Choices Bill No. 3507 has
advanced to the Ways and Means Committee. If passed with widespread bi-partisan support, this Bill
looks to allow cities and towns to adopt by simple majority vote the following: smart growth zoning,
reduced dimensional requirements, accessory dwelling units, and mixed-use by special permit.
The BRICC Awards are back! This fall marks the return of one of our most sought after events
that not only recognizes and celebrates excellence in our industry, but is a great way to connect with
colleagues and friends.
We recognize the challenges COVID-19 presents to our local economy and industry. It’s as
important as ever, for the foreseeable future, that HBRACC commits resources necessary to aid in
our local business so they can recover from this.
Lastly, I would like to take a moment to recognize the efforts of our staff, who have seen us
through these uncertain times. I am particularly proud of them, our association, and the community.
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Thank you,
Trevor Meyer
President
HBRACC