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DECEMBER 2025 NEWSLETTER

 

HBADE annual sponsorships available!

Our events count on your support

It is because of the generous support of our members that we can continue to provide a full calendar of events with opportunities to learn, connect with industry partners, and have fun! In the sponsorship menu you will find a full slate of events with sponsorships available à la carte and the option to build a customized package for a discount! We offer sponsorships to fit any budget and encourage you to reach out with any questions. kgillis@hbade.org

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Upcoming Events

 

Membership Meeting & Holiday Party

December 4, 2025
Big Oyster Milford
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Register here

Leadership Installation & Builders' Ball

January 31, 2026
Bayside Resort
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Register here

Our events count on your support. If you're interested in an annual sponsorship for 2026, or in sponsoring individual events, please email Katie!

 

What's Happening Across the State

New Castle County

  • Ordinance 25-094 related to changes to open space or common facilities. Please review and submit any comments to NCC Council members ahead of the meeting on Tuesday, December 9
  • HBADE is proud to sponsor Housing Alliance Delaware's Decision Makers' Breakfasts with discussions on affordable housing. Click here for the event above the canal on 12/10, and click here for the event below the canal on 1/6
  • 2026 New Castle County Permit Endorsed Contractor Licensing is now available

Kent County

  • Delaware Preservation Fund is hosting a free two-day (12/8 and 12/9) workshop  designed to empower local leaders, property owners, and community stakeholders with practical tools and knowledge to revitalize underutilized spaces. Click here to view the flyer for the event in Smyrna
  • HBADE is proud to sponsor Housing Alliance Delaware's Decision Makers' Breakfasts with discussions on affordable housing. Click here for the event in Kent County on 12/9

Sussex County

  • Millsboro is discussing a six-month moratorium on development applications. The hearing is scheduled for January 5, 2026. Be on the lookout for more information and a call-to-action
  • Ordinance 05-02 related to sediment control and stormwater management is on the agenda for the Sussex County Council meeting on Tuesday, December 9
 

Member Benefits, Reminders & Resources

2026 Membership Directory

 

Work is well underway on the 2026 Membership Directory! You must be a member in good standing to be featured in the 2026 Directory. Please login to your account on hbade.org to pay an y open invoices and verify your information. Advertising opportunities are also available!

We have partnered with E&M Consulting, Inc. again this year to produce our 2026 Membership Directory & Resource Guide. The publication will be available in both print and digital formats. E&M will be contacting members to discuss available advertising opportunities. The publication will be mailed to every member and is a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.

 

View 2026 Rates & Options

Plus...

  • DNREC Launches New Online Tracking Tool Enabling Easier Access to Permit Information
  • The Office of the State Treasurer (OST) launched the Delaware EARNS Retirement Savings Program on July 1, 2024. Delaware business owners with five or more W-2 employees who do not offer a qualified retirement plan — such as a 401(k) — are required under Delaware law to register for the program.

  • HBA Rebates is a free membership benefit for HBADE members. See how you can start getting money back for products you already use!
  • Automatic dues payment is available! Email Katie to get started.
 

Welcome New Members!

Check out the new members we welcomed in November!

Atlantic Millwork & Cabinetry continues to build on its legacy of quality, service, and community engagement. Now, the second generation of owners—sons of the original founders, along with new partners—are set to continue forward with what their fathers have built. With a diverse range of products and a strong partnership with customers and their vendors, AMC is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining the values that have driven its success for over thirty years.

Gray & Son proudly provides the highest quality asphalt products out of five plants located in the greater Baltimore area. All plants are approved by the Maryland State Highway Administration and are fully permitted by the state for accepting and processing recycled asphalt products.

ThinkSecureNet is your single source solution partner for technology solutions. From managed technology and communication solutions to IT infrastructure and cybersecurity. ThinkSecureNet delivers solutions to power your growth.

Yoder & Sons Construction draws heavily on its Amish heritage that goes back at least four generations to define who they are, and the quality of work that they do for their customers. They offer honesty, integrity, and excellence.

Do you know someone who would benefit from being a member of HBADE? Submit a referral to Katie!

We love to spotlight our members' accomplishments or work in the community! Please email Katie with news to share.

 

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