Do Business With a Member Welcome to the Home Builders Association of Manatee County The Home Builders Association of Manatee County (HBA Manatee) is a professional trade organization comprised of local builders and associated businesses involved in the homebuilding industry. The association is affiliated with both the Florida Home Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders. Our Mission Statement The mission of HBA Manatee is to serve its members by striving for a successful building environment throughout Manatee county. The programs and services provided to HBA Manatee members enhance their professionalism and encourage their involvement in community leadership to better the quality of life for all citizens. The association is dedicated to an active governmental affairs program with the goal of providing safe and affordable housing and the opportunity for home ownership.		HBA of MANATEE ENDORSEMENTS OF 2008 STATE & LOCAL ELECTION CANDIDATES -Click Here to Download CANDIDATE ENDORSED FOR FLORIDA SENATE The Honorable Michael J. Grant, Candidate Florida Senate District 23 P.O. Box 658 Venice, FL 34285 CANDIDATES ENDORSED FOR FLORIDA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Honorable Ron Reagan, Candidate Florida House District 67 Ron Reagan Campaign 6108 Cypress Circle Bradenton, FL 34202  Sarasota, FL 34238 The Honorable Laura Benson, Candidate Florida House District 69 Laura Benson Campaign P.O. Box 20406 Sarasota, FL 34276 CANDIDATES ENDORSED FOR MANATEE COUNTY COMMISSION Mayor Lawrence E. Bustle, Jr., Manatee County Commission District 1 Lawrence E. Bustle, Jr. Campaign  2205 5th Street West Palmetto, FL 34221 Candidate Commissioner John R. Chappie, Candidate Manatee County Commission District 3 John R. Chappie Campaign 108 12th Street South Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 Commissioner Donna Hayes,Candidate Manatee County Commission District 5 Donna Hayes Campaign P.O. Box 21056 Bradenton, FL 34204 CANDIDATE ENDORSED FOR MANATEE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Mr. Harry Kinnan, Candidate Manatee County School Board District 2 Harry Kinnan Campaign 1103 59th Street N.W. Bradenton, FL 34209 CANDIDATE ENDORSED FOR CITY OF PALMETTO COMMISSION Mr. Alan Zirkelbach, Candidate City of Palmetto Commission District At-Large 1 Alan Zirkelbach Campaign 1810 21st Street West Palmetto, Florida 34221 Sarasota, FL 34233 Congratulations to our endorsed candidates elected without opposition - Senator Mike Bennett, Florida Senate District 21; Representative Bill Galvano; Mr. Bob Gause, Manatee Co. School Board District 4; Sheriff Brad Steube, Manatee Co. Sheriff. Palmetto mayor seeks Stein's seat Alarmed at the thought of a proposed landfill in north Manatee and wanting to have a voice in the future of that fast-growing area, Palmetto Mayor Larry Bustle said Monday he will challenge District 1 county Commissioner Amy Stein next year. MEMORANDUM TO FSG SUPPORTERS As the fate of the petition drive for the so-called “Hometown Democracy” amendment becomes apparent, many will try to offer their “spin” on what happened to bring us where we are today. I hope this memo provides enough insight to clarify the speculation and misinformation likely to follow today’s deadline for ballot initiative certification. Click Here to read memorandum.		Affiliated Website Links Click Here to Watch 2007 Summer Camp Video Disaster Contractor's Network Florida Homebuilders Association National Association of Homebuilders Other Website Links Manatee County Supervisors of Elections Becomed involved register to vote! www.fhbia.com www.palmettofl.org www.cityofbradenton.com www.manatee.k12.fl.us Manatee County Government Florida State Government US Government Home Page American Society of Interior Designers American Institute of Architects Habitat for Humanity HUD Homeownership Center Florida Realtor Association