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Plan to arrive early and take advantage of the professional development seminars held in conjunction with the Summer Conference. You’ll also have an opportunity to take a NAHRO Proficiency or Certification Exam. Separate fees and advance registration are required.
COMMISSIONER FUNDAMENTALS SEMINAR
July 27-28
Registration Day I: 8:00 a.m. | Program Day I: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Program Day II: 8:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m.
This course explores the roles and responsibilities of commissioners, enhancing the understanding of the commissioner’s multifaceted position as advocate, leader, team-builder, strategist, and more. Increase your effectiveness as a board member and leader while exploring the intricacies of board-staff relationships and boundaries. This seminar provides an excellent training foundation for the new commissioner. (1.2 CEUs)
CLICK HERE to register for this seminar.
BEYOND THE BASICS: MIXED FINANCE DEVELOPMENT FOR PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES
July 27-28
Registration Day I: 8:00 a.m. | Program Day I: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Day II: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This dynamic session focuses on mixed-finance redevelopment by public housing authorities. Faculty will discuss key elements of the Low-income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program including recent reforms under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 (ARRA) and the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA), other development financing sources (e.g., HOME, CDBG, FHLB, NSP), operating subsidies (e.g., project-based vouchers and public housing operating subsidy), deal structuring and negotiating tips, various development models and ownership structures, PHA affiliate/instrumentality issues, and mixed-finance redevelopment considerations. Instructors will also discuss key strategies for integrating the development and operational phases of a mixed-finance development, including LIHTC compliance.
This seminar discusses helpful practices and potential pitfalls in the development process and concludes with a mock negotiation of a letter of intent between a public housing authority and a tax credit equity investor that will serve to reinforce concepts discussed throughout the day and leave attendees with a solid working knowledge of how to move their agencies forward in achieving affordable housing development goals. Attendees are assumed to have a basic understanding of affordable housing development. (1.2 CEUs) CLICK HERE to register for this seminar.
MARKETING, IMAGE-BUILDING, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
July 27-28
Registration Day I: 8:00 a.m. | Program Day I: 8:30 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. | Day II: 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
During this course, participants will discover that by understanding and adhering to the three elements of MICE—marketing, image-building, and community engagement—and how they are integrated, their housing and/or community development agency can gain a competitive advantage, be more successful at relationship marketing, obtain a better understanding of the value of their agency’s products and services in the community, and much more. Through discussion questions and case studies, participants will identify at least one key MICE issue that their organization is confronting. At the conclusion of the seminar, they will identify the “take away” solutions that will be valuable in resolving that issue. Participants will also leave the seminar with a toolkit of ideas and approaches to better address their unique MICE challenges. (1.2 CEUs) CLICK HERE to register for this seminar.
ETHICS FOR THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONER
July 28
Registration: 8:00 a.m. | Program: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ethics plays a significant role in the life of a commissioner. It increases the commissioner’s understanding of professional conduct guidelines and the ability to recognize and appropriately address ethics-related issues and problems that may occur. Learn about industry laws and regulations impacting ethical conduct and build your capacity as a board member. This course, intended for the new commissioner and a refresher for the veteran, uses practical applications and skills assessment exercises to reinforce ethical concepts. (.65 CEUs) CLICK HERE to register for this seminar
NAHRO PROFICIENCY OR CERTIFICATION EXAMINATIONS
July 31
Check-in:12:30 p.m. | Exam 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Register to take any NAHRO Proficiency or Certification Examination. Interested candidates must register in advance.
REGISTRATION FEES | EARLY BIRD RATE Registered by July 5 Member/Non Member | REGULAR RATE Registered by July 19 Member/Non Member | ON-SITE RATE Registered after July 19 Member/Non Member |
Commissioners Fundamentals | $390/$590 | $440/$640 | $440/$640 |
Beyond the Basics: Mixed Finance Development for Public Housing Authorities | $550/$750 | $600/$800 | $600/$800 |
Marketing Image-Building, and Community Engagement | $390/$590 | $440/$640 | $440/$640 |
Ethics and the H/CD Commissioner | $390/$590 | $440/$640 | $440/$640 |
Proficiency Exam | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Certification Exam | $200 | $200 | $200 |
Professional Development Seminar registration includes a desk resource manual, continental breakfast and break-time beverages, as applicable to the schedule.
ADDED VALUE FOR COMMISSIONERS!
For an additional fee of $125, commissioners may attend the Strategic Planning, Agency Development, and Policy for Commissioners seminar during the 2012 Summer Conference and earn a certificate of completion.
This program provides a systematic way for commissioners to master the skills and knowledge needed for excellent leadership of housing and redevelopment authorities. This course provides an understanding of strategy, including planning, strategic initiatives, management, and leadership. Participants will explore the relationship between strategy and the agency's mission, and how strategic plans fit with HUD's planning expectations. This course also deals with the development of agency capacity so it can achieve its goals in the context of the strategic plan. The instructor will lead a discussion on the development and implementation of policies consistent with agency objectives and goals, budget, and the means by which the agency pursues its mission.
Summer Conference registration + the additional $125 fee includes admission to all plenary and concurrent sessions; the Strategic Planning, Agency Development, and Policy for Commissioners seminar on Sunday and Monday (per below); the continental breakfasts on Sunday and Monday; the Networking Reception on Sunday evening; and the Evening Event on Monday. (Limited to 75 participants). (1.2 CEUs)
Sunday, July 29 | 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | 3:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Monday, July 30 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | 2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
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