For the first time in the history of CNHED's Training Institute, we're hosting "Federal Advocacy 101," a course designed to teach those working in the community development sector effective strategies for conducting federal advocacy. With the election of a new administration and the passing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 came many opportunities for change in communities across this country, and Washington, DC is no exception. CNHED is committed to assisting its members in maximizing the use of every available resource to further their missions of providing affordable housing and neighborhood-based economic development for residents of Washington, DC. Now is the time to bring our voices to the Hill and to federal agencies.  
 
The session will kick off with an overview of Congress' legislative and appropriations process and an explanation of the key committees that oversee housing and community development issues. Following the overview, a panel comprised of congressional staff and a lobbyist will discuss the current issues and hot topics on the Hill related to community development and how this could affect the work you do. They will also provide insiders' tips on effective strategies for engaging congressional offices to assist you in advocating with the Congress and with federal agencies. During lunch, Michael Bodaken, President of the National Housing Trust, will talk about taking issues to the federal level and will relate his organization's challenges and successes in conducting federal advocacy. In the afternoon, Enterprise Community Partners and the National Housing Conference will discuss their advocacy efforts with the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The training will conclude with a series of interactive exercises that will allow attendees to apply what they have learned throughout the session.
 
Don't miss your opportunity to get the scoop from the Hill and learn from the major players who've been successful in this work. Space is limited so register today to reserve your space.

Overview of the Legislative Process and Key Council Committees
Cynthia Brock-Smith, Secretary to the Council

Overview of the DC Budget Process
Eric Goulet, DC Council Budget Director

Strategies for Successfully Advocating -
A Council Staff Perspective
Moderator: Bob Pohlman, CNHED

Kilin Boardman-Schroyer, Legislative Director
Councilmember Michael Brown 

Drew Hubbard, Committee Clerk
Committee on Housing & Workforce Development
Councilmember Marion Barry

Jeff Coudriet, Committee Clerk
Committee on Finance and Revenue
Councilmember Jack Evans

Irma Esparza, Chief of Staff
Councilmember Kwame Brown

Luncheon Speaker
Ed Lazere, Executive Director
DC Fiscal Policy Institute

Strategies in Practice: Successful Campaigns
Moderator: Bob Pohlman, CNHED

Amy Garland, Director of Advocacy
Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development

Patty Rose, Executive Director
GreenHOME, Inc.

Shiv Newaldass, Advocacy Coordinator
Manna, Inc.

Farah Fosse, Director of Affordable Housing Preservation
Latino Economic Development Corporation

Messaging
Myra Peabody Gossens, Strategic Planning and Communications Consultant
MPG Advisors

Don't miss the opportunity to learn from council staff, experienced advocates, and a public relations expert successful ways to engage local government in Washington, DC.

 

 

 

 

Through the generous support of the Citi Foundation, CNHED has collaborated with the National Development Council (NDC) to bring you Rental Housing Development Finance, a three-day course that will examine in detail the financing and developing of rental property. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the criteria used by lenders and investors to decide if they will put money into a project. In addition, the course explores methods to attract private funds and the use of public funds to fill financing gaps. Course topics include: 
 

Rental Housing Development Process

           Key actors and their concerns
           Steps in developing rental housing

 
Preparing Financial Projections
           Pro forma income and expense analysis

           Sources and Uses of Funds Statements

 

Private Financing
           Permanent lender ratio analysis
           Construction lender analysis
           Construction management

Appraisals
           Three approaches to value

Tax Credits
           Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits
           Low-Income Housing Tax Credits

Discounted Cash Flow Analysis
           Present value theory
           Internal rate of return

Syndication
           Pricing benefits
           Investor concerns
           Key partnership issues

Deal Structuring
           Altering rates of return
           Debt and equity investment vehicles
   

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn Rental Housing Development Finance from expert trainers at the National Development Council.