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CBS News
5 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Lauderdale Lakes criticizes couple facing 6-figure fines for code compliance violations caused by inspection delays
City leaders defended code compliance staff after hearing complaints about six-figure fines caused by inspection delays. "The suggestion that the city has acted improperly, has (dragged) its feet or slowed the process: not with respect to the Bordeauxs," City Attorney Sidney Calloway said at the end of Tuesday's City Commission meeting. Two weeks ago, CBS News Miami Investigates shared the complaints of Kenneth Bordeaux, 82, and his wife, Mildred, 80. They own a duplex that the couple rents. The income pays their bills and is also an asset they hope to pass to their family. However, the property faces $366,000 in liens from five violations, according to city records. Those violations included a broken window handle and a cracked electrical plate cover. The couple fixed the violations; however, it took more than 220 days for inspectors to verify those cures. The couple blamed code inspectors for the delays. "It's an absolute misrepresentation of the factual record," Calloway said during the meeting. The couple's nearly 450-page case file with the city's code compliance office has 20 violations that did not meet "minimum standards" for a dwelling, Calloway said. He said there is no evidence that staff caused delays and blamed the Bordeauxs for their months-long wait to meet compliance. Calloway also insisted the fines are justified and have nothing to do with a line in the city's adopted budget that projected a 161% increase in lien and fine collection while directing staff "...to seek strategies to reduce expenses and/or create new revenue opportunities." The Bordeauxs insist they fixed violations as quickly as they could and insist staff delays left them with a lien they cannot afford. Now, the couple is in a situation they struggle to believe. "It's going to put us both in a box," Kenneth Bordeaux said. One of the city's biggest taxpayers, Levy Realty Advisors, faces $740,000 worth of liens. Two weeks ago, their owners told CBS News Miami Investigates that staff delays caused fines to rise. The company's representatives, though, left Tuesday's meeting optimistic for two reasons. First, the city commissioners approved a deal to use OpenGov software to improve the efficiency of departments, including code compliance. Also, the city attorney invited Levy Realty Advisors and the Bordeauxs to meet with him about reducing how much they owe. Levy representatives plan to meet with the city attorney this week.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
HUD Secretary Scott Turner Tours Champion® Homes Models as Offsite Construction Is Showcased as a Vital Solution to the U.S. Housing Shortage
TROY, Mich., May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) ("Champion Homes") today announced that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner last week toured the company's homes to increase public awareness of offsite construction as an essential solution to the nationwide housing shortage. The tour highlighted Champion's offsite-built homes as a high quality, affordable housing solution built on efficient timelines for American families. "It's clear from spending time with Secretary Turner that he's committed to making home ownership more attainable across the nation and that he's a great advocate for manufactured homes," said Champion Homes President and CEO Tim Larson. "We're proud to provide an affordable housing solution for individuals and families across the country that delivers high-value, attainable homes at an expedited pace through an outstanding purchase experience." On May 6, Secretary Turner toured Champion Homes models at the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) Congress & Expo in Orlando, Fla., where he delivered the keynote address. Secretary Turner viewed two of Champion's single-family manufactured homes, the Bal Harbour and the Sawgrass, and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the Calloway. During the tour, Secretary Turner had the opportunity to view the homes' high quality construction, durable materials and beautiful design aesthetics. An advocate for offsite construction as a source of attainable housing, Secretary Turner emphasized during his Senate confirmation hearing in January that he would prioritize the availability and affordability of manufactured housing during his term. According to a 2024 report by the National Association of Home Builders, the U.S. has a shortage of approximately 1.5 million housing units. Offsite-built homes are an ideal solution to the housing shortage because they're high quality, durable homes that are more affordable and faster to build than traditional site-built homes. Notably, offsite-built homes are cost-effective without compromising on quality or durability. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the U.S. median new home price was $419,200, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index. The average price of a manufactured home — including the cost of the home, delivery and installation without land — is $159,300, based on MHI home cost figures and other national average estimates. Manufactured homes are built to the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, or "HUD code," which regulates homes to a national quality standard. This allows Champion Homes to deliver a high volume of homes through streamlined construction techniques, bolstering quality and affordability for homebuyers. Furthermore, the company uses high quality, durable materials that are comparable to those in site-built homes. Not only are offsite-built homes more affordable than site-built homes, but Champion's homes are also built an average of 12 weeks faster than site-built homes. This allows developers and government entities to increase the national housing supply faster, so families can move in at an expedited pace. With 48 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and western Canada, Champion Homes boasts significant production scale that makes affordable homes more attainable for families across North America. Through Champion's streamlined purchase process, homebuyers can choose from pre-designed floor plans or adjust the designs to fit their lifestyle, including appealing options like different kitchen configurations, a standalone bathtub or additional bedrooms depending on the model. This balance of standardization with variety delivers an unmatched purchase process for buyers looking for affordability, value and quality in a home of their own. Champion Homes employs skilled, centralized workforces in manufacturing facilities where homes are protected from the elements during construction. These efficiencies allow Champion to capitalize on economies of scale and lower costs. Employees are able to work a full day indoors while being protected from the elements year-round, mitigating against weather-related work stoppages, reducing site waste expenses and elevating the overall quality of the homes. Shorter construction timelines also reduce interest costs and lower overhead capital charges for developers, further bolstering affordability. Additionally, Champion's homes undergo a rigorous quality check process during manufacturing, including a third-party audit to verify the homes adhere to HUD code specifications. HUD regulates the builders, retailers and installation companies of manufactured homes, and 33 states also have a State Administrative Agency that offers additional regulation. The federal oversight of manufactured homes provides homebuyers confidence in the durability and value of their investment. About Champion Homes, Inc. Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) is a leading producer of factory-built housing in North America and employs more than 9,000 people. With more than 70 years of homebuilding experience and 48 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and western Canada, Champion Homes is well positioned with an innovative portfolio of manufactured and modular homes, ADUs, park-models and modular buildings for the single-family, multi-family and hospitality sectors. In addition to its core home building business, Champion Homes provides construction services to install and set-up factory-built homes, operates a factory-direct retail business with 72 retail locations across the United States and operates Star Fleet Trucking, providing transportation services to the manufactured housing and other industries from several dispatch locations across the United States. Manufactured and Modular Park Model Star Fleet View source version on Contacts InvestorsName: Jason Blair, Investor Relations ManagerEmail: jablair@ Phone: (248) 614-8211 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Flexsteel Announces Change to Board of Directors
DUBUQUE, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) ('Flexsteel' or the 'Company'), one of the largest manufacturers, importers and marketers of residential furniture products in the United States, today announced the appointment of Terence P. Calloway as an independent director of the Company effective May 21, 2025. Mr. Calloway is a global executive who is known to create competitive advantages that leverage technology and modern manufacturing processes to drive value creation, propel product innovation, and enhance profitability of globally recognized brands. He has served in multiple public companies including Energizer, Colgate-Palmolive, and Procter & Gamble. 'We are excited to have Terence join our Board of Directors. He brings considerable product innovation, supply chain, organizational leadership, and strategic planning experience, and his guidance will be invaluable as we execute our plan to better serve our customers, generate profitable growth, and improve shareholder returns,' said Flexsteel Chairman Thomas M. Levine. 'Terence's experience driving product innovation and supply chain excellence gives us confidence that he will be a great addition to our Board.' Flexsteel CEO Derek Schmidt added, 'We are fortunate to have Terence join the Flexsteel Board of Directors. He has a distinct set of skills and experiences that will help us continue executing the Company's growth strategy. Terence has deep consumer product innovation experience and has strategically utilized supply chains to achieve a competitive advantage. His background and experience complement the strength and expertise of our board members, and I am looking forward to his guidance and working with him closely.' Professional Background of Terence P. Calloway Terence P. Calloway served as Executive Vice President, Global Product Supply, with Energizer Holdings, Inc, one of the largest and most recognized manufacturers of batteries in the marketplace. Mr. Calloway joined Energizer in 2015 and led a global team of over 4,100 employees within the manufacturing, engineering, quality, research and development, procurement, supply chain, and real estate functions prior to his retirement in April, 2025. Prior to Energizer, Mr. Calloway served as Director, Global Design and Package Development for Colgate-Palmolive Company, where he oversaw the global design and packaging program for the $35 billion home care category from 2014-2015. Prior to Colgate-Palmolive, Mr. Calloway served as Leader, Research and Development/Director, R&D and Glad Joint Venture for The Procter & Gamble Company, a manufacturer of products that sells consumer home and personal care packaged goods under globally-recognized household brands including Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Olay, Oral-B, Gillette, Crest, Vicks, Tide, Cascade, Febreze, Pampers, Charmin, and Swiffer. Mr. Calloway joined The Procter & Gamble Company in 1987 and held multiple positions with increasing levels of responsibility within the research and development function. About Flexsteel Flexsteel Industries, Inc., and Subsidiaries (the 'Company') is one of the largest manufacturers, importers, and marketers of residential furniture products in the United States. Product offerings include a wide variety of furniture such as sofas, loveseats, chairs, reclining rocking chairs, swivel rockers, sofa beds, convertible bedding units, occasional tables, desks, dining tables and chairs, kitchen storage, bedroom furniture, and outdoor furniture. A featured component in most of the upholstered furniture is a unique steel drop-in seat spring from which the name 'Flexsteel' is derived. The Company distributes its products throughout the United States through its e-commerce channel and direct sales force. For more information, visit our website at
Chicago Tribune
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Chicago Tribune
Boone Grove's Xavier and Davian Carrera are Indiana commits. But could the MLB draft separate the twins?
In two months, Boone Grove seniors Xavier and Davian Carrera could have decisions to make. The twin brothers are Indiana baseball commits, giving them the chance to play together beyond this season. But they also could get selected in the MLB draft in July. 'It's a constant thought,' Xavier Carrera said. 'It's something that I'm always going to be wrestling with in my mind.' Davian Carrera said he's trying to avoid thinking about it as long as the Wolves have games to play. 'I don't really let it get to me,' he said. 'I gave it some thought, but I want to focus more on this season and winning a state championship. I want to be really good at the game being played at the moment.' Of course, the Carrera brothers have been really good already for Porter County Conference co-champion Boone Grove (16-6, 6-1), which also features standouts like seniors Seth Pitcock and Ben Truby and will play 21st Century in the first round of the Class 2A Whiting Sectional on May 28. Xavier Carrera is the more dominant mound presence, featuring a fastball that can reach 97 mph. The 6-foot-3 right-hander is 2-3 with a 2.57 ERA in 32 2/3 innings. He plays shortstop when he isn't pitching and is batting .438 with a home run, four doubles, three triples, 24 RBIs and 25 runs scored. Davian Carrera has better offensive numbers. He's hitting .493 with a home run, six doubles, a team-high four triples, a team-high 34 RBIs and 27 runs scored. The 6-3 left-hander also pitches and has a 4-1 record with a 3.73 ERA in 20 2/3 innings. Boone Grove coach Sean Riley said the Carrera brothers spend as much time trying to one-up each other as they spend trying to beat opponents. 'They're super, super competitive,' Riley said. 'If we're doing live at-bats and Xavier is pitching with Davian in the cages to hit, it can get pretty outrageous.' In the days before a game against South Central on May 5, the Carrera brothers had argued about who would receive a set of Calloway golf clubs from their father, Manuel Carrera. The decided to settle it on the field. The brother with the better offensive performance against South Central would get the golf clubs. As it happened, both shined during Boone Grove's 16-0 win. Davian Carrera went 3-for-3 with three RBIs, and Xavier Carrera went 2-for-2 with a home run and was intentionally walked twice. Those numbers made it difficult to declare a winner. 'I felt like I did better because I hit the home run,' Xavier Carrera said. Davian Carrera didn't see it that way. 'Yeah, he hit a home run, but I went 3-for-3,' he said. 'You can't beat that.' The golf clubs went to Davian Carrera, but they couldn't even agree on that outcome. Xavier Carrera said he gave up the argument and let his brother win, while Davian Carrera maintained that his brother's concession was an acknowledgement of the true victor. 'I was the rightful winner, easily,' Davian Carrera said. 'He knew better.' That sibling rivalry has pushed the brothers to the point that they've landed on MLB radars. After meeting with an agent earlier this year, Xavier Carrera was told that he could be picked between the fourth and sixth rounds of the draft, which begins July 13. Davian Carrera was told he could go between the seventh and 10th rounds. As unlikely as it seems, they could be drafted by the same MLB team. 'Yeah, let's hope for that,' Xavier Carrera said. At the end of the day, the Carrera brothers have an unbreakable bond. 'We always have each other's back,' Davian Carrera said. 'He's been with me every day,' Xavier Carrera added. 'It's always competitive, but deep down, we always know that we'd support each other — no matter what.'
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
HUD Secretary Scott Turner Tours Champion® Homes Models as Offsite Construction Is Showcased as a Vital Solution to the U.S. Housing Shortage
TROY, Mich., May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) ("Champion Homes") today announced that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner last week toured the company's homes to increase public awareness of offsite construction as an essential solution to the nationwide housing shortage. The tour highlighted Champion's offsite-built homes as a high quality, affordable housing solution built on efficient timelines for American families. "It's clear from spending time with Secretary Turner that he's committed to making home ownership more attainable across the nation and that he's a great advocate for manufactured homes," said Champion Homes President and CEO Tim Larson. "We're proud to provide an affordable housing solution for individuals and families across the country that delivers high-value, attainable homes at an expedited pace through an outstanding purchase experience." On May 6, Secretary Turner toured Champion Homes models at the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) Congress & Expo in Orlando, Fla., where he delivered the keynote address. Secretary Turner viewed two of Champion's single-family manufactured homes, the Bal Harbour and the Sawgrass, and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the Calloway. During the tour, Secretary Turner had the opportunity to view the homes' high quality construction, durable materials and beautiful design aesthetics. An advocate for offsite construction as a source of attainable housing, Secretary Turner emphasized during his Senate confirmation hearing in January that he would prioritize the availability and affordability of manufactured housing during his term. According to a 2024 report by the National Association of Home Builders, the U.S. has a shortage of approximately 1.5 million housing units. Offsite-built homes are an ideal solution to the housing shortage because they're high quality, durable homes that are more affordable and faster to build than traditional site-built homes. Notably, offsite-built homes are cost-effective without compromising on quality or durability. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the U.S. median new home price was $419,200, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index. The average price of a manufactured home — including the cost of the home, delivery and installation without land — is $159,300, based on MHI home cost figures and other national average estimates. Manufactured homes are built to the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, or "HUD code," which regulates homes to a national quality standard. This allows Champion Homes to deliver a high volume of homes through streamlined construction techniques, bolstering quality and affordability for homebuyers. Furthermore, the company uses high quality, durable materials that are comparable to those in site-built homes. Not only are offsite-built homes more affordable than site-built homes, but Champion's homes are also built an average of 12 weeks faster than site-built homes. This allows developers and government entities to increase the national housing supply faster, so families can move in at an expedited pace. With 48 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and western Canada, Champion Homes boasts significant production scale that makes affordable homes more attainable for families across North America. Through Champion's streamlined purchase process, homebuyers can choose from pre-designed floor plans or adjust the designs to fit their lifestyle, including appealing options like different kitchen configurations, a standalone bathtub or additional bedrooms depending on the model. This balance of standardization with variety delivers an unmatched purchase process for buyers looking for affordability, value and quality in a home of their own. Champion Homes employs skilled, centralized workforces in manufacturing facilities where homes are protected from the elements during construction. These efficiencies allow Champion to capitalize on economies of scale and lower costs. Employees are able to work a full day indoors while being protected from the elements year-round, mitigating against weather-related work stoppages, reducing site waste expenses and elevating the overall quality of the homes. Shorter construction timelines also reduce interest costs and lower overhead capital charges for developers, further bolstering affordability. Additionally, Champion's homes undergo a rigorous quality check process during manufacturing, including a third-party audit to verify the homes adhere to HUD code specifications. HUD regulates the builders, retailers and installation companies of manufactured homes, and 33 states also have a State Administrative Agency that offers additional regulation. The federal oversight of manufactured homes provides homebuyers confidence in the durability and value of their investment. About Champion Homes, Inc. Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) is a leading producer of factory-built housing in North America and employs more than 9,000 people. With more than 70 years of homebuilding experience and 48 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and western Canada, Champion Homes is well positioned with an innovative portfolio of manufactured and modular homes, ADUs, park-models and modular buildings for the single-family, multi-family and hospitality sectors. In addition to its core home building business, Champion Homes provides construction services to install and set-up factory-built homes, operates a factory-direct retail business with 72 retail locations across the United States and operates Star Fleet Trucking, providing transportation services to the manufactured housing and other industries from several dispatch locations across the United States. Manufactured and Modular Park Model Star Fleet View source version on Contacts InvestorsName: Jason Blair, Investor Relations ManagerEmail: jablair@ Phone: (248) 614-8211 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
