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In This Issue
Contents
November Calendar .....................................5
New Members ..............................................6
Free Luncheon .............................................9
HTAA Christmas Installation Banquet ......11
Blood Drive................................................12
TAA’s News ...............................................13
Membership Meeting .................................15
Leasing 101 ................................................16
Gearing up for Winter ...................................17
HTAA Advertisement Information.............19
Just for Fun! ...............................................20
Product Service Members .................... 22-23
Membership Application...................... 25-26
HEART OF TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION
4201 W. LAKE SHORE DR., SUITE H
WACO, TEXAS 76710
PHONE: 254-776-5451 FAX: 254-776-5877
EMAIL: HTAA@HOT.RR.COM
WEB SITE: HTAAONLINE.COM
ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE
Katie Peebles
EDITOR
Nicole Shelburne
Check us out online!
www.htaaonline.com
www.facebook.com/
Heartoftexasapartmentassociation
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TAA Delegates
Danielle Duffey
Asst. Mngr. at The Highland Cove Apt.
Amy Hartstack
Mngr. at The View on 10th
Wyndi Daily
Mngr. at The Residence
Ferlisa Raglan
Mngr. at Raintree Apartments
Mike Smith
Owner at M&S Properties
Cathy Spinney
Product Services at RASA Floors
Elizabeth Bryant (Alt.)
Mngr. at Quadrangle Apartments
Russell Trippett (Alt.)
Owner at Brothers Management
Anne Rue (Alt.)
Owner at Rue Properties
PROGRAMS COMMITTEE
Nicole Shelburne
Mngr. at Pecan Ridge Apt.– Christmas Event
Anne Rue
Owner at Rue Properties– Christmas Event
Gisele Alba
RASA Floors– Casino Night (PAC Event)
Jennifer Sykora
RASA Floors– Casino Night (PAC Event)
Christi Roe
Sandstone Apt.– Casino Night (PAC Event)
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Ferlisa Raglan
Mngr, at Raintree Apartments
Vicki Woodard
Blairs Cove Apartments
Cathy Spinney
RASA Floors– Casino Night (PAC Event)
Lindsey Blankenship
CORT Furniture– Casino Night (PAC Event)
Joel Robison
HD Supply– Casino Night (PAC Event)
Charlotte Oliverio
Mngr. at Madeira Apartments
robertluttrell@grandecom.net
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2014 Calendar of Events
Product Service
Luncheon w/MFI
Membership
Meeting (evening)
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4427 West Waco Drive
Heritage Quarters
Waco, Tx 76710
215 Washington Ave
254-772-8304
Waco, Tx 76701
Www.kellymoore.com
254-752-3400
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Do you know someone that is not a member of the Heart of Texas Apartment
Association?!
Give them an application today!
What do you get from joining?
Paying your dues gets you access to a broad range of exclusive services and
benefits from HTAA, TAA and NAA. Getting involved in your association, attending
meetings and working with other volunteers on association business gets you
much more! You'll have the opportunity to develop relationships with other
colleagues, find potential business partners and clients and make new friends. Our
200+ membership count consists of rental housing owners, builders, developers,
property management firms and product/service suppliers. The owner /
management company members of HTAA represent more than 17,000 rental
housing units in the McLennan, Falls, Limestone, Bosque, Hamilton and Coryell
counties!
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From the HTAA Board Officers, and
members~
We would like to wish you and your family a
very safe and Happy Thanksgiving holiday!
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November Luncheon:
(For apartment owner’s, manager’s and staff)
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Please fax or email your registration form to the HTAA office.
Fax: 254-776-5877
Email: htaa@hot.rr.com
Name:_________________________________________________________________
Company:______________________________________________________________
E-Mail:_____________________________ Phone:_____________________________
215 Factory Drive
Waco, Tx 76710
254-633-3119
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On October 2, the United States Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging “disparate impact” as an appropriate basis for making a fair housing claim.
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)
appealed to the high court to review a case in which TDHCA was sued
by a low-income tenant advocacy group that charged discrimination in
the agency’s awards of tax credits based on a disparate impact theory.
Lower court rulings allowed the case to proceed, accepting that the concept of disparate impact applies in fair housing. TDHCA challenged
those rulings, and the Texas Apartment Association wrote a “friend of
the court” or amicus brief supporting TDHCA’s request for U.S. Supreme Court review.
Under disparate impact theory, a plaintiff can bring a claim, at least at the outset, solely on the basis of evidence that a
practice or policy falls more harshly on a member of a protected class, even without evidence of discriminatory motive.
The Supreme Court has twice before agreed to hear challenges to the use of disparate impact in fair housing, but the
cases settled before the Court could rule.
TAA will continue to be involved in the case to ensure the high court continues to hear the Texas multifamily industry’s perspective. Any ruling on the case would not be expected until sometime next year, possibly as late as next
summer.
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HTAA
Annual Christmas Installation Banquet
&
Appreciation Gala
OUR FINAL EVENT FOR 2014 is fast approaching. HTAA relies on our Product Service
members for their support through sponsorships to ensure our events are successful. We are
asking for your support, please be a sponsor for this event.
The event will be December 9, 2014 at the Roosevelt
Please mark your desired sponsorship level and return this form by fax (254-776-5877) no
later than November 12, 2014.
Sponsorship Levels:
______Platinum Sponsorship $300.00
______ Gold Sponsorship
$200.00
______ Silver Sponsorship
$100.00 (table sponsor)
______ I will provide a door prize
Yes, I agree to be a sponsor of the above. Please bill my company, my check is enclosed.
Company Name ________________________________________
Contact Name _________________________________________
Phone #______________________________________________
E-mail _______________________________________________
Your sponsorship will include signage at the event as well as recognition throughout the
evening.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Noon to 4:00 pm
The Heart of Texas Apartment
Association (HTAA)
4201 Lakeshore Drive, Waco, TX 76710
All donors will receive a free movie ticket!
For more info contact:
254-776-5451
htaa@hot.rr.com
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NOVEMBER MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Where: MICHNA’S BAR-B-QUE
Address: 2803 Franklin Ave
Date: November 13, 2014
Time: 5:30-7:30
At this meeting you will be voting in the new board of Directors for
2015 that will be working for you the members!
This is an excellent opportunity for networking with other HTAA
members!
Please join in for an all you can eat Buffet!
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Cost $15.00 per person
Guest $20.00 (guest will pay at the door)
Yes, please register me for this meeting: _________________________________
Guest: (nonmember) __________________________________________________
Company Name: ____________________________________________________
Contact Information: _________________________________________________
If you are registering more than one person please list names clearly on a separate piece of paper.
Please bill my account ________ Pay at the Door ____________________
HTAA -Fax: 254-776-5877
Cancellation must be received by e-mail or fax e-mail htaa@hot.rr.com
No later than November 7th
* No shows will be billed *
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Wow. What a great class we had! If you or your staff were not in
attendance then you really missed out on a great opportunity.
Debi McKamey and Judy Merritt did a great job covering so
many different leasing topics. They covered how to dress
appropriately, how to get involved in associations, telephone
techniques sparkle buckets, and much more!
Start your day off with ‘Morning Mojo’*Take a deep breath, and think positive thoughts and have a
plan of action!
*Make your to-do list and list of goals for the day
*Give yourself a high five! Sometimes it is easy to move on to the
next thing without first telling ourselves “Good Job”.
These steps are just a tiny example of things they covered in the
class.
Don’t let your staff miss out on the next class.
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Dear Valued Product and Service Members:
As we enter the last quarter of 2014 and what will prove to be a busy time of the year, we want to remind everyone of the commitment
to our partnership and to thank you for your support and loyalty to HTAA.. As a Product / Service Member, you are valued and we
want to remind you we are here to find ways, that with your participation, will maximize the potential of your HTAA membership investment.
Many of you are long term and very involved in HTAA and your efforts are greatly appreciated. At our network meetings you will find
members that will share experiences and tips on how to really leverage your HTAA membership and we encourage everyone to attend.
Joining HTAA is just the beginning of the journey. Real success depends on what you do proactively after you join. There are several
steps and action that can help you succeed in this industry. Developing strong industry relationships is an important step and your
involvement in HTAA will help you achieve that goal.
We encourage you to attend every possible event and service council meeting . Networking with supplier members give you opportunities as well as learning about upcoming events hosted by the HTAA. Also, contact us to find out how your company representative can
get involved in the association events. PARTICIPATION increases your company’s EXPOSURE, which creates OPPORTUNITY for new
business. After all, isn’t that one of the reasons your company joined in the first place?
We hope to see you at the next HTAA meeting or event. Working together, we will continue to explore and find creative ways to attract
potential clients and customers thereby maximizing the return on your investment in HTAA.
Please join us at our next meeting November 13, 2014
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Thanksgiving became a national holiday thanks to
this tireless magazine editor?
A)Sarah Parker
B) Mary Lincoln
C) Abraham Lincoln declared the Holiday
D) Sarah Hale
Please e-mail your answer to Katie @ htaa@hot.rr.com; You could win a
$25.00 gift card!
This Months’ Gift is Sponsored By:
Update Your Information.
Property Name:__________________________________________________________
Management Company:____________________________________________________
Manager Name:___________________________________________________________
Leasing Agent(s):____________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________________________________
Email addresses ___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number______________________________________________________
Fax Number_________________________________________________________
Please email or fax your update to us as soon as possible.
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817-924-1370
sales@auto.out.com
ABC Supply, Inc.
254-757-2111 800-359-0978
Bob.gaffga@abcsupply.com
www.abcsupply.com
Advanced Foundation Repair, LP
254-235-4922
jmeeks@foundationrepairs.com
www.wacofoundationrepairs.com
APAC-Texas-Wheeler Companies
512-563-0215 cell
kris.bauer@apac.com
Apartment Guide
979-492-9454
JLeatham@apartmentguide.com
Apartments.com
512-364-8226
tdickson@apartments.com
www.apartments.com
Rent 254 (formerly Apartment Locator)
254-307-0440
Ryan@athenspublishing.com
www.apartmentlocator.com
Circle Hardware & Lumber
254-754-5658
mary@circlehardwarewaco.com
www.circlehardwarewaco.com
Coinmach Laundry
800-492-5370 ext. 51544
jlewis@coinmachcorp.com
Commercial Insurance Solutions
214-420-0320
Brett_vacek@cis-ais.com
Comark Direct
254-761-9900
pattys@comarkdirect.com
Discount Vacuum & Appliance
254-756-1738
info@netvacuum.com
Enviro-Serv Restoration & Cleaning
254-776-1877
enviro_serv@yahoo.com
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
254-761-1700
keith.alexander@ferguson.com
First National Bank of Central Texas
254-761-6124
Authentic Contracting Solutions
866-788-0768
awhite@acs-cgb.com
FSI Construction, Inc.
972-239-4374
Preston@fsiconstruction.com
B & C Pest Control
254-399-6637
robertluttrell@grandecom.net
GRANDE Communications
254-235-2040
Lori.Meador@mygrande.com
Bear Bills
254-230-0199 877-453-6951
mike@bearbills.com
H & M Landscape & Sprinkler Co.
254-716-5958
cpeebles@hmlandscapes.net
Belfor Property Restoration
254-799-8400 877-453-6951
anthony.marino@us.belfor.com
HD Supply Facilities Maintenance
254-248-2352 (Joel cell)
joel.robison@hdsupply.com
CORT
9821-A North IH 35
Austin, TX 78753
512-551-0549
Higier Allen & Lautin PC
972-716-1888
dpaz@higierallen.com
Century A/C Supply
713-516-1901
mpahl@centuryac.com
KMcMullen@centuryac.com
Image Carpet and Flooring
972-245-0414
andy@imagecarpet.net
Impact Fire Services
254-857-4990
R.O.I. Windows and Doors, Inc.
254-836-1667
R.o.i.windowsanddoors@wildblue.net
Innovative Painting
817-532-7137
innovativepaintingco@yahoo.com
Sanders Insurance Agency
254-235-8185
rsanders1@farmersagent.com
Kelly-Moore Paints
254-775-8304
Sherwin Williams
254-741-0003
swrep6469@sherwin.com
Lake Air Pool Supply
254-754-4551
ulakeairpools@hot.rr.com
www.lakeairpoolsupply.com
Maintenance Supply Headquarters
866-630-6747
paul.hinds@supplyhq.com
www.supplyhq.com
MFI-McMahan’s Flooring, Inc.
214-631-0600
Brenda@MFldallas.com
Miracle Method
254-399-0299
bfurrer@miraclemethod.com
Multifamily Utility Company, Inc
800-266-0968
tmittal@multifamilyutility.com
www.multifamilyutility.com
National Tenant Network
210-590-0280
stacy@ntnonline.com
Rasa Floors
254-714-2480 866-601-6667
Reliable Carpet Care
254-339-4346
teetimeldh@yahoo.com
ResMan
972-349-1406
jscott@resmancloud.com
Roadside America Auto Club
972-647-0051
charlene@roadsideauto.com
Surface Connection
866-507-8202
keith@surfaceconnections.com
Summer Energy
713-375-2764
BPieper@summerenergy.com
Target Restoration Service, LLC
254-741-9026
contactus@targetllc.com
Texas Professional Restoration, LLC
713-865-6547 cell
texasprofessionalrestoration@gmail.com
Texas Coin and Commercial Laundry
214-634-2080
kblumberg@txcoinlaundry.com
Time Warner Cabel
254-761-3753
dina.marinez@twcable.com
Waco Tribune Herald
254-757-5757
Lvansyckle@wacotrib.com
Waco Apartment Shoppers by E-Stream
888-767-7799 817-975-7799 cell
Robert@wacoapts.com
WacoApts.com
Wilmar Industries
817-475-2399 cell
DTerrell@interlinebrands.com
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websites, business
cards, and any other
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the Heart of Texas
Apartment Association!
For more information contact HTAA at: 254-776-5451
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ompany members.
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view the online version of Home
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is reaching out to
you, our members!
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