BIA/LAV

BIA/LAV committees and councils are a great way for members to get involved in their chapter and develop ties to other members. Through their involvement, members have the opportunity to build strong relationships with industry professionals at numerous events over the course of the year.

For an overview of the BIA/LAV chapter jurisdictions, click here.

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Committees are headed by a designated chairman who is responsible for running the meetings and coordinating with staff. Committees usually have anywhere from 5 to 20 participants. All BIA members are welcome to take part in any of these committees.

Government Affairs
BIA/LAV has three government affairs committees. These committees cover Ventura County, the City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County. The Ventura County Committee focuses on county government and the ten cities in Ventura County; the Los Angeles City Committee focuses only on issues within the City of Los Angeles; and the Los Angeles County Committee primarily focuses on county government and the City of Santa Clarita.

These three committees work on policy issues that directly affect the ability of our members to do business in our region: water quality, air quality, housing affordability, growth restrictions, development fees, the building process and any other building related issues. These committees meet on a monthly basis.

Public Affairs
The role of the Public Affairs Committee is to heighten the awareness of the association in the industry and the community-at-large, and to communicate issues of importance to our membership and the general public. The BIA looks to this committee to develop membership outreach materials and to build awareness of the issues our industry faces, while focusing on the positive role homebuilders have upon our communities, local neighborhoods and economy.

Purchasing Agents Subcontractors & Suppliers (PASS)
PASS is committed to fostering business relationships between BIA members through quarterly events. The committee meets as-needed to plan events and assemble the directory of projects (PASS Book).  To learn how to advertise in the PASS Book, Click Here.

Membership
The Membership Committee works to strengthen our chapter's membership. It is dedicated to recruiting new members, as well as retaining current members. Committee members work to educate members and potential members on the benefits available through the BIA and work to encourage business between members. The committee also organizes membership drives.

Land Development Forum
This committee organizes the Offsite Educational Forum Meetings, established to discuss pertinent subjects within the offsite development field. This education group hosts presentations by noted trade contractors and consulting firms, which are done for the purpose of education through open forum and exchange of information.

Special Events
The Chapter's Golf Tournament is one of our most significant events. The Golf Committee is in charge of organizing and conducting the tournament, as well as gathering vital sponsorships. Typically, the tournament takes place in the beginning of June at a prestigious local golf course.

The Installation Committee is in charge of organizing the annual installation ceremony and awards for the incoming board of directors for BIA, SMC, and Women’s Council, an event that typically draws 200-300 attendees.

SMC – Sales and Marketing Council
This council is focused on facilitating the exchange of ideas among members regarding the marketing, merchandising and sale of new homes. The Sales and Marketing Council provides networking opportunities and beneficial information for members who are associated with sales and marketing.

WC – Women’s Council
Supports and enhances the position of women in the building industry while helping to create a responsible image of the industry through community outreach, education and political awareness. They provide networking opportunities and personal growth opportunities.

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