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chfareach training schedule july - september 2015

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chfareach training schedule

july - september 2015

what’s new?

Dear chfareach members,

You asked, we responded. While the mainstays of chfareach will always be the same, new additions are spurred by our membership. As the housing industry develops and evolves, you can expect chfareach to bring something different each and every quarter—new technology, new locations, and new topics. Check out this class list—you might see one of your suggestions!

Sincerely,

Belinda Waldron chfareach Coordinator

nonmembers please noteIf you would like to participate in scheduled trainings, but you do not wish to sign up for chfareach membership, training is available at a rate of $50 per person, per partial-day training; $75 per person, per full-day training. A partial day is considered any class up to four hours long; full days are any classes scheduled for over four hours.

There may be times when a course will be offered at no charge to nonmembers and these courses will be noted by the symbol. Also, please be advised that members will have seating priority over nonmembers—another reason to join chfareach!

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Basic Tax Credits

webinar

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

log in 9:50am class 10:00am to Noon

presented by

Heather Staggs, AHM, CPO, FHC, SHCMLead Trainer, STAR Momentum

who should come?Staff with one year or less tax credit experience, or staff anticipating receiving new tax credits

Learn the basics of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program through a hands-on tour of the requirements of the program.

This two-hour webinar will cover the basics you need to know to ensure top-notch compliance as you qualify applicants and current residents within your community. Gain an understanding of:

• LIHTC compliance requirements as they relate to income, assets, and student status

• How to calculate annual income

• Tenant income certification and recertification

• Gross rent

• Utility allowances

• Non-transient occupancy

• The next available unit rule

You will leave the webinar ready to implement valuable, real-world takeaways in your everyday role as a property manager or owner.

note

This class is not to be used as a substitute for the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Compliance classes offered throughout the year to satisfy the QAP requirement or the issuance of the 8609. Instead, this class is designed to give those who are brand new to tax credits a jump start into the world of Low Income Housing Tax Credits.

Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Plans

morning class

Thursday, July 9, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA – WSO348 Main Street Grand Junction

presented by

Heather Staggs, AHM, CPO, FHC, SHCMLead Trainer, STAR Momentum

who should come?Owners, maintenance managers, and maintenance staff of all property types

In this session, we will establish how to implement and use a Preventative Maintenance Plan (PMP). By having a strong plan in place, you will save money over time at your property. Your facilities and systems will operate more efficiently, and ultimately last longer.

Already have a plan in place? Attend and you will still walk away with tips to enhance your current plan.

Participants will leave with real-world knowledge on how to implement and use a preventative maintenance plan, as well as valuable takeaways for your everyday role as a property manager or maintenance professional. We will discuss schedules for preventative maintenance, materials, equipment, and staffing needs to ensure that your plan is successful.

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Basic Fair Housing for Maintenance and Housekeeping Staff

afternoon class

Thursday, July 9, 2015

registration 12:30pm class 1:00pm to 4:00pm

CHFA – WSO348 Main Street Grand Junction

presented by

Heather Staggs, AHM, CPO, FHC, SHCM Lead Trainer, STAR Momentum

who should come?Housekeeping and maintenance staff from all property types

Few things can be as time consuming, exasperating, and as expensive as defending a Fair Housing complaint. This basic session will give a general overview of Fair Housing legislation history and will identify the seven federally protected classes.

Housekeeping and maintenance staff will learn how to avoid Fair Housing inconsistencies that are often unintentionally encountered when dealing with residents, and how an “innocent comment” can turn into a discrimination complaint. We will also discuss how to be “reasonable” with reasonable accommodation requests while following your policies and procedures to maintain consistency. Practical communication guidelines and other day-to-day issues that can lead to Fair Housing complaints will be covered.

Mental Health: Awareness and Skills

morning class

Friday, July 10, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

Mulroy Opportunity Center3550 West 13th Avenue Denver

presented by

Melinda Marasch, LCSW Aspire Training & Consulting

who should come?All staff with resident interaction

Few of us are explicitly trained to handle mental health issues in our resident populations, yet our ability to do our jobs can be dramatically affected by residents who are dealing with conditions such as Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), addiction, and depression.

While it is not necessary or appropriate for all staff members to be able to diagnose mental illness, this training is designed to give every staff person a baseline knowledge and a set of skills with which to react to situations that are “not quite right.”

You will walk away with:

• Greater sensitivity to the complex world of mental illness

• Tools for de-escalation, including knowing when to walk away, and how to help others to do so

• Hands-on skills and one-minute solutions to potentially tricky situations

All staff will benefit from this training, which will integrate learning through real-life scenarios. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.

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Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Compliance Attendance required to receive the IRS Form 8609

full-day class

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to 3:00pm

Mirasol Senior Community1153 Finch Street Loveland

presented by

Darcey Borzileri, HCCP, NPCC Tax Credit Program Compliance Officer, CHFA

who should come?Owner and management representatives who have completed the chfareach “LIHTC Foundations” or similar class, or have at least one year of experience in tax credit housing. Prerequisite training is waived and preference will be given for properties sending staff as a requirement to receive an 8609.

For all new tax credit developments, the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) requires that at least one representative of the management and one representative of the ownership attend a CHFA session or a CHFA-approved compliance training session prior to receiving their IRS Form(s) 8609 from CHFA.

This class will cover all tax credit compliance requirements, including LIHTC occupancy requirements; how to determine households; income and asset calculations; tenant income certification and recertification; gross rents, utilities, and fees; non-transient occupancy; available unit rules; good cause eviction; and management reviews. The class will also go through practice scenarios to review the above topics. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.

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This class is to be used to satisfy the QAP requirements and the issuance of the 8609.

• Sessions may be limited to three representatives from each development.

• This class is free for representatives attending to receive their 8609.

For properties already issued their 8609:

• This class is free to members of the chfareach program.

• Nonmembers can attend for $75 per person.

EIV Income Discrepancies

webinar

Thursday, July 16, 2015

log in 8:50am class 9:00am to Noon

presented by

Nicole Scott, COS, SCHMTrainer & Consultant, Scott Associates

who should come?Any staff responsible for EIV reporting

HUD implemented the Enterprise Income Verification System (EIV) in order to promote income and rent integrity and make sure that the “right benefits go to the right persons.” This three-hour webinar training on EIV Income Discrepancies will provide participants with a best-practice approach for reviewing and resolving EIV income discrepancy cases.

The training will provide detailed steps on how to determine if an EIV income discrepancy is valid or invalid, and will highlight HUD’s requirements for Income Discrepancy Report resolution. Owner actions for addressing tenant failure to comply with EIV requirements will also be discussed.

Examples will be provided throughout this course to give participants hands-on experience in performing the step-by-step process of investigating and documenting EIV income discrepancies.

about the instructor

Nicole Scott has worked in the affordable housing industry as an IT professional for over a decade. She currently conducts EIV training for NEAHMA and co-designed Housing Compliance Training’s online EIV training for management companies. She has received excellent feedback from participants of NEAHMA’s live courses for her energetic style and ability to effectively communicate difficult concepts in a simplified, patient, and practical manner.

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Bed Bugs and Integrated Pest Management

afternoon class

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

registration 12:30pm class 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce215 South Victoria Avenue Pueblo

presented by

Heather Staggs, AHM, CPO, FHC, SHCMLead Trainer, STAR Momentum

who should come?Upper management, property managers, and maintenance technicians with responsibility for Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that is based on common-sense practices in dealing with pests and insects in order to help keep your property protected. IPM programs use comprehensive information on the life cycles of pests and their interaction with the environment.

IPM information, along with an appropriate pest control method, is used to diminish pest damage by the most economical resources available and with the least possible hazard to people, property, and the environment.

Items covered in this class include:

• What is an IPM plan?

• Why is it important to have one?

• How to implement the plan

• Unit inspections

• Resident education

• What to look for in an exterminator

You can save time and money with an Integrated Pest Management plan that provides a more comfortable living environment for the residents at your property.

Critical Maintenance Knowledge for Front Office Staff

morning class

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CARE Housing, Provincetowne Clubhouse626 Quaking Aspen Drive Ft. Collins

presented by

Jeff BoydTrainer, Working Knowledge Resource

who should come?Office staff and any non-maintenance staff responsible for completing work orders

Who answers the phone when maintenance service calls come in? Is that person sufficiently knowledgeable to assess and respond appropriately to a time-sensitive maintenance situation?

Communication and teamwork are critical to efficient and smooth operations in any community. Correct and timely completion of resident-requested service is required to ensure good customer relations.

However, this can only happen when the person taking and entering service request information has enough understanding of maintenance needs to ask the right questions.

Front office staff can help to:

• Determine where a leak might be coming from;

• Convey locations for water or electrical shutoffs/disconnects;

• Access screen size or part inventory needs;

• Educate residents on sounds that indicate warnings or serious situations;

• Keep small problems from becoming major emergencies; and

• Allow technicians to arrive with the right tools and supplies.

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Harm Reduction and Housing First

partial-day class (morning or afternoon)

Monday, July 27, 2015

registration 8:30am or 12:30pm class 9:00am to Noon 1:00 to 4:00pm

Ft. Collins Police DepartmentCommunity Room 2221 South Timberline Road Ft. Collins

presented by

Zoe LeBeauPresident, LeBeau Development

who should come?All staff responsible for permanent supportive housing developments

Housing First and Harm Reduction are proven techniques for effectively housing community members who are struggling with substance use, mental health, and housing stability.

The purpose of this workshop is to provide valuable information to developers, property managers, maintenance staff, housing authority staff, owners, and service providers on Housing First and Harm Reduction strategies.

Housing First methods strive to quickly move people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing, and then provide additional support and services as needed. You will learn the five core principles of Housing First, all based on the premise that people are better able to move forward with their lives if they are first housed.

Additionally, you will learn the eight central principles of Harm Reduction practice, making clear that it does not attempt to minimize or ignore the real and tragic harm and danger associated with addiction and mental health needs. Discussion will focus on the spectrum of behaviors, criteria, and policies that constitute successful reduction of harm.

While there is no “one size fits all” method for the Housing First and Harm Reduction principles, best practices and bottom-line analysis are increasing the prevalence of such models throughout the country.

Novogradac LIHTC Property Compliance Workshop

two-day class

Tuesday, July 28, 2015 Wednesday, July 29, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to 4:00pm

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Jillian Toole, NPCC, HCCPSenior Accountant, Novogradac

who should come?Managers and all staff responsible for determining tenant eligibility for properties under the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program

Don’t miss this chance to receive your Novogradac Property Compliance Certification from a highly respected and nationally recognized company, Novogradac & Company, LLP. Trainer Jillian Toole is recognized as a Housing Credit Certified Professional, and has extensive knowledge in audit consulting services.

The workshop will include an overview of the role of the IRS, state agencies, and HUD; eligibility; minimum set-asides/15-year credits; 9 vs. 4 percent; calculating income and rent limits; applications; recertification; record retention; noncompliance, and more.

The two-day workshop concludes with a completion exam (to be taken concurrently with the HCCP exam, see next listing). You will receive a formal certificate suitable for framing.

The regular cost of the training is $595, but chfareach is making the workshop available to members for $350 and to nonmembers for $475.

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Workshop capacity is 40 students; chfareach members have priority over nonmembers until one week before class. Registration fees are refundable for the full amount, less a $50 administrative charge per person registered. All requests for refunds must be submitted via email at least one week prior to class, or fees will be forfeited.

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Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) Exam

afternoon test

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

registration 1:30pm class 2:00pm to 4:30pm

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Jillian Toole, NPCC, HCCPSenior Accountant, Novogradac

who should come?Developers, asset managers, and all staff responsible for determining tenant eligibility for properties under the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program

Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) is a specialized designation for developers, property managers, asset managers, and others working in the affordable housing industry through the LIHTC program.

Participation in the Tax Credit Property Compliance Workshop is not required to take the HCCP exam, although proof of at least 10 hours of tax credit training will be required by the National Association of Home Builders.

Requirements for achieving the HCCP designation:

• Successful completion of the HCCP Exam

• Minimum of two years’ experience in the LIHTC industry by graduation (Those who fail to meet this requirement may consider themselves an HCCP candidate until reaching two years of experience.)

• A total of 10 hours of LIHTC training (Proof is not required at the time of testing.)

• Adherence to the HCCP Code of Ethics

The HCCP exam is designed for current LIHTC practitioners. It covers development, compliance, and management issues and is a comprehensive, multiple-choice exam with a “best answer” format. The exam is proctored over two hours. You must answer at least 51 of the 75 questions correctly to pass. Industry experience, coupled with a review of the content found in a training course, should help you prepare.

The exam is available at a cost of $175 to both members and nonmembers.

HOME Funds Compliance

morning class

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Kim Snetzinger & Una DobrinicAsset Managers, Division of Housing Department of Local Affairs

who should come?Owners, managers, and staff from properties using HOME Funds

HUD’s Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) program provides formula grants to states and units of local government to fund a wide range of activities directed to producing or maintaining affordable housing in both single family homes and rental housing.

Following an overview of the HOME program, this class will cover:

• HOME income limits;

• HOME rent restrictions;

• Floating versus fixed HOME units; and,

• Record keeping for property managers.

We will also discuss differences between Section 8, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and HOME rules.

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Mental Health: Awareness and Skills

afternoon class

Monday, August 10, 2015

registration 12:30pm class 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Mulroy Opportunity Center3550 West 13th Avenue Denver

presented by

Melinda Marasch, LCSW Aspire Training & Consulting

who should come?All staff with resident interaction

Few of us are explicitly trained to handle mental health issues in our resident populations, yet our ability to do our jobs can be dramatically affected by residents who are dealing with conditions such as Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), addiction, and depression.

While it is not necessary or appropriate for all staff members to be able to diagnose mental illness, this training is designed to give every staff person a baseline knowledge and a set of skills with which to react to situations that are “not quite right.”

You will walk away with:

• Greater sensitivity to the complex world of mental illness

• Tools for de-escalation, including knowing when to walk away, and how to help others to do so

• Hands-on skills and one-minute solutions to potentially tricky situations

All staff will benefit from this training, which will integrate learning through real-life scenarios. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.

Strengths-based Supervision and Leadership

morning class

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Cynthia Geissinger, LCSWConsultant, Trainer

who should come?Supervisors and leaders managing teams of all types

The workplace is a multigenerational and demanding environment. As the skill sets for professionals change, so must the strategies and approaches of supervisors and leaders. Best management practices call for strengths-based and solution-focused methods. This requires a different type of leadership.

Learning objectives:

• Examine strengths and deficits in individual supervision style;

• Learn strengths-based strategies for supervision and leadership;

• Explore employee competence and performance plans;

• Discuss coaching and mentoring; and

• Understand the importance of transfer of learning.

Great teams all have one thing in common: a strong and talented coach. Participants will examine their supervision styles and consider ways in which to lead, supervise, and coach workers in a strengths-based way.

about the instructor

Cynthia Geissinger received her bachelor’s degree from Vassar College and her master’s degree in social work from Colorado State University. She has been a professional trainer and staff developer since 1987. In addition to staff development, Cynthia has also worked as a caseworker, agency counselor, curriculum developer, and private consultant. She has worked with corporations, criminal justice agencies, nonprofits, human services organizations, healthcare professionals, educators, and national organizations.

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Basic Fair Housing

afternoon class

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

registration 12:30pm class 1:00pm to 4:00pm

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Frances McDonaldOutreach and Education Coordinator, Colorado Civil Rights Division

who should come?All staff from all property types

Few things can be as time consuming, exasperating, and expensive to defend as a Fair Housing complaint.

This training provides an introduction to Fair Housing law. Special focus will be provided with regard to disability discrimination, including reasonable accommodations and modifications.

Offered in partnership with the Colorado Civil Rights Division, this class is available to both members and nonmembers at no cost.

Developing Resident Wellness Initiatives

morning class

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Diana Delgado, CASP, CMHChief Operating Officer, Eaton Senior Communities

Sarah Schoeder, LPNWellness Director, Eaton Senior Communities

David Smart, MAPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Eaton Senior Communities

who should come?Owners, management, service coordinators, and other housing staff

In the world of aging services, there is a strong focus on supplementing affordable housing with supportive services for low income seniors. Programs that support aging well have become essential for providers and the seniors they serve. The financial challenge of supporting these types of programs is, for many, overwhelming.

Affordable housing providers should understand that there are resources in the greater community available to assist residents in a way that is beneficial for the society in general. This is especially important for aging services organizations that manage, coordinate, or sponsor affordable senior housing and are looking for ways to improve their residents’ access to affordable programs and resources that facilitate independence.

A staff panel from a local affordable housing provider that has created a culture of wellness within its community will share their dynamic, multidimensional wellness platform for residents and staff.

Their partners include a local university, health care practitioners, complementary and alternative therapy providers, and other resources. Information will focus on developing and maintaining innovative partnerships to promote whole-person wellness.

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Direct Service Provider Certificate

six-session class

Fridays: Aug. 21, 28; Sep. 11, 18, 25; Oct. 2

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Melinda Marasch, LCSWAspire Training & Consulting

who should come?Resident service coordinators and case managers seeking comprehensive training and certification for the fundamentals of client-centered care

Learn how to take better care of both your clients and yourself with this comprehensive certification program. The series focuses on practical approaches for helping relationships that are not primarily therapeutic in nature.

A series of six, three-hour intensive workshops will be conducted on consecutive Fridays, with online homework in between (a total of 25 hours training and coaching overall). This spaced format offers opportunities for education, practice, and coaching that are not practical in a more tightly-sequenced series of trainings. The goal of each session is to enhance knowledge, skill, and confidence in providing effective client-centered care.

Learning objectives include defining success, understanding self-care, case management best practices, understanding the process of change, the care/treatment cycle (intake through discharge), therapeutic communication, crisis management, motivational interviewing, and skills application.

Online trainings supplement class topics. Modules include multiculturalism, HIPAA, mandatory reporting, harm reduction, service planning/monitoring, and approaches to difficult situations.

Through chfareach, this certificate is available to members for $350 and to nonmembers for $475. Aspire Training will provide a certificate of completion for the Direct Service Provider Certification Program, documenting all hours of both in-person and online trainings.

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Workshop capacity is 40 students; chfareach members have priority over nonmembers until one week before class. Registration fees are refundable for the full amount, less a $50 administrative charge per person registered. All requests for refunds must be submitted via email at least one week prior to class, or fees will be forfeited.

Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Compliance Attendance required to receive the IRS Form 8609

full-day class

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to 2:00pm

CHFA-WSO 348 Main Street Grand Junction

presented by

Priscilla FoxTax Credit Program Compliance Officer, CHFA

who should come?Owner and management representatives who have completed the chfareach “LIHTC Foundations” or similar class, or have at least one year of experience in tax credit housing. Prerequisite training is waived and preference will be given for properties sending staff as a requirement to receive an 8609.

For all new tax credit developments, the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) requires that at least one representative of the management and one representative of the ownership attend a CHFA session or a CHFA-approved compliance training session prior to receiving their IRS Form(s) 8609 from CHFA.

This class will cover all tax credit compliance requirements, including LIHTC occupancy requirements; how to determine households; income and asset calculations; tenant income certification and recertification; gross rents, utilities, and fees; non-transient occupancy; available unit rules; good cause eviction; and management reviews. The class will also go through practice scenarios to review the above topics. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.

note

This class is to be used to satisfy the QAP requirements and the issuance of the 8609.

• Sessions may be limited to three representatives from each development.

• This class is free for representatives attending to receive their 8609.

For properties already issued their 8609:

• This class is free to members of the chfareach program.

• Nonmembers can attend for $75 per person.

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CHFA Loan Compliance - What is it they want and why do they need it?

afternoon class

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

registration 2:00pm class 2:30pm to 4:30pm

CHFA-WSO348 Main Street Grand Junction

presented by

Priscilla FoxTax Credit Program Compliance Officer, CHFA

who should come?Owners, managers, and staff from properties with CHFA loans

CHFA’s Asset Management officers field a lot of questions regarding loan compliance, especially from managers of developments financed through programs such as HOF, FAF, SMART, and Private Activity Bonds (PAB).

We will discuss the requirements of loan programs and will review compliance agreements and documents, annual submissions, and reporting and auditing requirements.

We will review how to qualify your tenants regarding their income and assets, certification documents, and rent restrictions, so write down those questions you’ve always wanted to ask and bring them with you!

Creating Effective Resident Engagement and Leadership

morning class

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Renee NicolosiDirector of Resident & Client Services, Denver Housing Authority

Bob PrettymanChief Operating Officer for Housing Management, Denver Housing Authority

who should come?Property managers and service coordinators wishing to engage residents in programs that benefit their communities

In this workshop, attendees will learn about three programs: a Resident Achievement Program (RAP) designed to incentivize residents to become more active in their communities; the Welcome Neighbor Program, a resident orientation process to empower residents to quickly feel safe and comfortable in their new homes; and, the Criminal Activity Tracker (CAT), a hotline for reporting issues to management and the police for an effective and coordinated response.

Additionally, the presenters will describe the key components of their Resident Council program and the best practices employed to make this program a successful, contributing feature of their communities.

Participants will receive toolkits to replicate, adapt, and implement these programs themselves. A List of Cooperating Principles for Housing Management & Resident Services will be provided. This list was developed in conjunction with other leaders in the provision of quality, service-enriched, affordable housing. In a matrix format, it identifies typical resident issues with which Housing Management and Resident Services are faced. In response to these situations, the matrix further indicates the suggested responsibilities of the Property Manager and the Resident Services Coordinator, as well as the responsibilities that they share. It is designed to be a guide and discussion starter to a team approach to problem-solving.

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Fair Housing Legal Forum

webinar

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

log in 9:50am class 10:00am to Noon

presented by

Annie MurphyAttorney, Dufford, Waldeck, Milburn & Krohn, LLP

who should come?Owners and housing staff with questions about Fair Housing implementation

On this webinar, attorney Annie Murphy will be discussing the most recent HUD Fair Housing discrimination charges of 2015, and what we can learn from them.

Examples will focus on three of the protected classes: families with children, disabilities, and national origin. We will also discuss emotional support animals and Limited English Proficiency (LEP), as several charges are centered on those issues.

Audience questions and scenarios will shape further discussion.

about the instructor

Annie Murphy is active statewide as an educator on the laws applicable to housing providers of federally subsidized properties. In her practice, she counsels and educates landlords and property managers on state and federal housing rules and regulations. She also counsels and informs landlords on special issues arising in residential and commercial leasing, such as notice requirements, warranty of habitability, criminal activity occurring on the property, Fair Housing or ADA discrimination, retaliation, security deposit return, legalization of marijuana, firearm prohibitions, and domestic violence.

What’s With This Younger (Older) Generation?

morning class

Thursday, September 10, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Debbie HerreraDirector of Human Resources, CHFA

who should come?Managers, supervisors, and any staff members seeking to relate better to those who may be in a different generation than themselves

There are members of four distinct generations active in the workforce today. Each of them defines work differently and has different values, distinguishing characteristics, assets, and liabilities.

This class describes the range of generations in the workforce and discusses the different views and perspectives of each.

Class objectives:

• Gain insight into what others are thinking and feeling based on their generation

• Learn how to better relate to others who may be from a different generation than oneself

• Understand what motivates others, and what people want based on their generation

Successful managers know how to manage members of every generation. Come gain perspectives that can increase the effectiveness of your supervision.

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LIHTC Foundations: The ABCs of Tax Credits

morning class

Thursday, September 17, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to Noon

CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver

presented by

Susy Amador Tax Credit Program Compliance Officer, CHFA

who should come?Staff with one year or less tax credit experience, or staff anticipating receiving new tax credits

People who are new to the tax credit world are often overwhelmed by all the information and regulations. This class will give you the actual names (and functions) of all those acronyms, such as LURA and AMI.

The class is targeted to onsite staff at existing LIHTC properties or those properties that have recently been awarded tax credits. We will cover the various required forms and provide useful suggestions for setting up your files.

We will discuss rent/income tables, gross rent, and utility allowances. Various scenarios will be presented for you to practice income and asset calculation. Requirements regarding annual certifications will be discussed.

You will receive a class manual that will help you to reference information as you need it back at your property.

note

This class is not to be used as a substitute for the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Compliance classes offered throughout the year to satisfy the QAP requirement or the issuance of the 8609. Instead, this class is designed to give those who are brand new to tax credits a jump start into the world of Low Income Housing Tax Credits.

september 2015

Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Compliance Attendance required to receive the IRS Form 8609

full-day class

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

registration 8:30am class 9:00am to 3:00pm

Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce 215 South Victoria Avenue Pueblo

presented by

Susy Amador & Alyssa SwensonTax Credit Program Compliance Officers, CHFA

who should come?Owner and management representatives who have completed the chfareach “LIHTC Foundations” or similar class, or have at least one year of experience in tax credit housing. Prerequisite training is waived and preference will be given for properties sending staff as a requirement to receive an 8609.

For all new tax credit developments, the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) requires that at least one representative of the management and one representative of the ownership attend a CHFA session or a CHFA-approved compliance training session prior to receiving their IRS Form(s) 8609 from CHFA.

This class will cover all tax credit compliance requirements, including LIHTC occupancy requirements; how to determine households; income and asset calculations; tenant income certification and recertification; gross rents, utilities, and fees; non-transient occupancy; available unit rules; good cause eviction; and management reviews. The class will also go through practice scenarios to review the above topics. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.

note

This class is to be used to satisfy the QAP requirements and the issuance of the 8609.

• Sessions may be limited to three representatives from each development.

• This class is free for representatives attending to receive their 8609.

For properties already issued their 8609:

• This class is free to members of the chfareach program.

• Nonmembers can attend for $75 per person.

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registrations must be received one week prior to the date of the class

email registrations to

[email protected]

Payment may be mailed to:

CHFA Attn: chfareach 1981 Blake Street Denver, CO 80202

Chfareach does not send confirmations until approximately five days prior to class. However, notification of a rejected registration will be sent if the class is overbooked. Chfareach members have priority over nonmembers up to one week prior to class.

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Affordable Housing Efficiency 101

webinar

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

log in 9:50am class 10:00am to Noon

presented by

Michael Levinson, CEM, LEED AP O+M Existing Building Services Director, Group14 Engineering

who should come?Owners, senior management, and maintenance supervisors from all property types

Energy and water efficiency offer high-return opportunities to reduce facility operating expenses. This webinar will provide an overview of the efficiency retrofit projects most relevant to the Colorado affordable housing sector.

Participants will learn about the most financially attractive affordable housing efficiency measures.

Additionally, you will learn how to perform a two-hour self-assessment of your building’s efficiency opportunities. You will become aware of the common mistakes made when engaging in an efficiency retrofit project, and receive guidance on how to avoid them.

about the instructor

Located in Denver, Group14 Engineering works with numerous design teams and building operators throughout the United States. Their mission is to inspire better buildings where people thrive. Michael Levinson is a Certified Energy Manager and has a B.S. in Business Administration from Georgetown University. In the 11 years he has been in his industry, he has provided efficiency services to over 10,000 units of affordable housing.

september 2015

1981 Blake Street Denver, Colorado 80202

303.297.chfa (2432) 800.877.chfa (2432) 303.297.7305 tdd

www.chfainfo.com

348 Main Street Grand Junction, Colorado 81501

970.241.2341 800.877.8450

financing the places where people live and work

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.