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President's Commentary IDA Addresses EPA By Bill Gibson, President, International Door Association O n June 26th, I had the opportunity to represent IDA by participating in an EPA Public Meeting addressing the subject of renovation, repair and painting activities in public and commercial buildings, and conducted in Washington, DC. Twenty-one individuals participated representing a diverse group of associations including the: National Association of Homebuilders, Window and Door Manufacturers Association, National Association of the Remodeling Industry, and Associated General Contractors. On a personal note, it was quite an experience to actually be on the "Hill" and addressing one of the nation's most powerful Agencies, one that has made decisions that have crippled many businesses in the construction industry. The RRP Ruling on residential construction is a perfect example of a decision hurting, not helping our industry. The Ruling has been detrimental to us not necessarily as a result of its objective, but more so as a result of ineffective implementation and enforcement. My actual presentation to the EPA can be read in its entirety via the IDA website; it is highlighted on the site's homepage to make it easy for you to locate. I did emphasize the fact that work performed by door dealers does not create a risk affecting children or pregnant women because our work is minimal in a public or commercial building. I even stated that the disturbance of door surfaces being removed is probably less substantial then the regular operation of the door. Having the opportunity to do so, I called attention to the fact that a garage door has both an interior and exterior side. I emphasized the need for the EPA to clarify how our product should be recognized and reported that we as an industry have yet to receive clarifcation regarding the residentialoriented RRP. The majority of my comments were based on input from IDA members who took time to respond to a survey a few months ago. As your president, I want to thank those who participated in the survey, and assure you that your voice was heard in Washington on the 26th of June. For those of you who didn't participate, I would encourage you to do so when given the opportunity again in the future. IDA is working for its membership, and I am proud to be placed in my position of leadership and be able to share your message among these critically important decision makers. 8 International Door & Operator Industry™