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NAIHC once again thanks 2017 Legislative Conference Sponsors for a successful gathering.
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Funding Task Force will be an adhoc work group and report to the NAIHC Legislative Committee.
First conference call will be Wednesday April 5, 2017.
Time: 1:30pm EST
Please sign up below to receive more information regarding the conference call line.
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LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL
Thursday April 6, 2017 | 1:00 P.M. EASTERN TIME
Call-in #: (267) 930-4000
Passcode: 814-641-180
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2017 AMERIND | NAIHC
Annual Convention & Trade Show
| June 26 - 29 | Nashville, TN |
| Registration Open |
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Hotel/Meeting Venue
Nashville Music City Center
201 5th Avenue South
Nashville, Tennessee 37203
The Annual Convention & Tradeshow is your prime opportunity to network with other Tribal leaders, Administrators and Business Professionals. You will gain knowledge and new strategies about topics like workplace safety, claims, housing management, human resources, other various safety issues and much more!
For information on the following:
Hotel Accomodations
Registration
George Nolan Award Nomination Form
The Virginia Kizer Award Nomination Form
Sponsorship Opportunities
Exhibitor Information
Presentation Opportunities
Please click link below!
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Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities
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NAIHC offers sponsorship opportunities at various levels for companies, tribes, and other organizations interested in increasing their visibility at the NAIHC Convention. In addition to receiving recognition at the event and in our printed materials, event sponsors will have the opportunity to exhibit at our Trade Show and network with key people and organizations. We are also offering the opportunity to advertise in our Convention Program.
Once you've determined which sponsorships best suit your organization, please get in touch with us.
Contact:
Pamala Silas- Executive Director
email: [email protected]
phone: (202)-454-0934
Deadline Monday April 17, 2017 by 5pm EST.
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NAIHC new position- Program Manager
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The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) is seeking to fill the full-time position of Manager, Training and Technical Assistance for the national office in Washington, DC. Reporting to the Program Director, the position is responsible for the day to day management of the Training and Technical Assistance program grant. The position manages grant requirements, consultants and trainer assignments, facilitating the development and documentation of all program work plans; collects data and produces program grant reports for funders, publications and program evaluations; coordinates request for presentations for training content at NAIHC national
For more information please click the link below:
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Fiscal Year 2017 Appropriations Bills
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The 114th Congress concluded last December without passing the majority of the fiscal year 2017 spending bills, including the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) bill that funds the Indian Housing Block Grant and other housing and related physical infrastructure in tribal communities.
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Building an Economic Agenda for the 115th Congress - Listening Session
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Join a facilitated listening session with the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs to review and comment on existing legislation such as the ICE bill and offer ideas to build a cohesive economic plan for the new Congress. Tax reform, infrastructure development, and creating jobs through economic development are high priorities for the Republican controlled Congress and Administration. How can we leverage these issues to enhance our economic and government standing?
Speakers:
Mike Andrews, Chief Counsel to the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
Rhonda Harjo, Deputy Chief Counsel to the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
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COLLABORATIVE ACTION GRANTS
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Applications are open for Enterprise's
Collaborative Action Grants that provide organizations with $5,000 to build community agency, engage local voices, and connect to long-term community goals. We are offering two rounds of grants in 2017. Applicants should be prepared to complete the Collaborative Action within 6 months of grant notification. Please see the attached Call for Proposals for more details.
Webinars featuring an overview of the Collaborative Action grant program and stories from past grantees will take place March 30th + May 18th (3-4 PM EST).
Register now for the March 30 webinar.
Collaborative Action Grants Timeline
March 23rd, 2017: Round 1 Applications Open
April 21st, 2017: Round 1
Application Deadline
Round 1 grantees notified the week of May 8th, 2017
May 10th, 2017: Round 2 Applications Open
June 9th, 2017: Round 2 Application Deadline
Round 2 grantees notified during the week of June 26th, 2017
CONTACT - Please refer anyone with questions about either of these programs to
[email protected].
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The following survey will allow NAIHC to determine how many tribes/TDHEs are impacted by the inability to use IHBG and ICDBG funds on floodplains, and whether this issue should be added to the NAIHC Legislative Priorities. Please take a few minutes to answer the questions.
Extended Deadline April 6, 2017 by 5pm.
For more information please click the link below:
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Voting membership to NAIHC provides direct access to services and benefits that can help your tribe or TDHE efficiently administer housing programs. Your membership participation and feedback enables NAIHC to voice the major issues impacting Indian housing, ensuring that your tribe's experiences and needs are heard. Voting Members are allowed to vote on Membership Resolutions at NAIHC's Annual Convention & Trade Show (June 27-29, 2017). Membership also qualifies your organization for discounted registrations at some of the national gatherings.
Becoming an Associate (non-voting) member of NAIHC allows your group or company an opportunity to share your products and services with a targeted audience. Membership also helps your group stay up to date on the issues and needs within Indian Housing that allow you to better serve as a valuable resource.
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FY17 Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG)
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Published today, the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Indian Housing Block Grant for Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages (ICDBG) is available on grants.gov.
The Application Deadline Date is May 18, 2017.
More information on the ICDBG program available below.
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Upcoming NWONAP Regional Trainings
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Mixed Income Development Training
May 10-May 11| Portland, OR
This training is designed to provide Indian Housing Professionals with a thorough overview of the process for determining the planning, financing, development and marketing necessary to ensure a successful mixed income residential project. Over the two-day course, participants will learn how to analyze need, interpret market data, engage stakeholders, address staff capacity, and evaluate different financing options available for their mixed income projects. The training will also include an opportunity to learn about financing options targeted to tribal housing organizations as well as successes and pitfalls from other tribal housing groups utilizing mixed income development.
Procurement Training
June 6-7 | Olympia, WA
Description:
Training participants at all experience levels will gain the confidence and knowledge to conduct efficient and effective procurement that complies with HUD and other funding source requirements. This 2-day training addresses both management and construction development procurement. Training topics will range from careful preplanning and the basics of purchasing to unique factors in tribal housing purchasing, the practical how-to's of procurement
planning and policy development, as well as specific regional issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on group exercises that are designed to turn theoretical knowledge into daily practice.
Admissions and Occupancy Training
July 11-July 13 | Olympia, WA
Description:
Participants at this 3-day interactive training will receive instruction based on real-life examples on how to successfully operate an effective A & O program. As a part of the training, participants will receive guidance on and take part in interactive exercises on the "A-to-Z" of A & O program. Training topics will include eligibility, wait lists, rent calculations, collections, inspections, and lease compliance. Discussions will be held on how Admissions and Occupancy staff may need to collaborate with maintenance on tasks such as work-order processing, unit turnaround, and tenant education on the basic maintenance of the unit.
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2017 Upcoming ONAP Trainings
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Indian Housing Management
May 16-18 | Tampa, FL
Procurement & Contract Management
May 23-24 | Phoenix, AZ
Registration Open
Click here
Basic Financial Management
May 24-25 | Rapid City, SD
Registration Open
Click here
Financial Management
June 20-22 | Chicago, IL
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Outside Request for Proposals
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