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Greetings Housers,
As we are pressing toward a successful October, I want to be sure that I first of all thank you for your commitment to the work. Many of you have taken on a heightened load- working on solutions for your communities, advocating for the necessary resources for your housing authority, volunteering with likeminded neighbors and friends and taking care of yourself and your family. Your hard work is noticed, needed, and definitely appreciated.
As we are an A-political organization, that advocates for EVERYONE in need of housing, I will not give any political leanings, but will say this: please utilize your right to vote. Our industry needs the resources, both locally and nationally, and we know that voting heavily guides the outcomes the lead to the solutions we work with and for. Again- just vote 😊.
As usual- stay healthy, and stay safe.
Cupid S. Alexander
PNRC Regional
President
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The COVID19 pandemic has created huge challenges. Housers and community builders nationwide have risen to meet them with hard work, creativity – and above all, resilience. Join us online for two days packed full of information, networking, and inspiration as our guest speakers, panelists, and industry participants – including you! – gather to teach, learn, share solutions, and help each other chart a course through these turbulent times.
Here’s some of what to expect:
- 12 concurrent sessions on hot industry topics such as disaster planning, FSS and workforce development, and HUD updates;
- Resilience expert Beth Payne, who’s made a career out of helping people succeed and avoid burnout despite chronic stress and adversity;
- The latest news from HUD and Capitol Hill in The Washington Report;
- Events honoring our Awards of Excellence and individual awards winners; and
- Networking receptions and a showcase of industry vendors
Best of all, you can join us from your office, your home, or anywhere you like!
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Getting Rent Help Gives Foster Youth a Chance to Reach Their Goals
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Getting Rent Help Gives Foster Youth a Chance to Reach...
DHS distributes game-changing HUD housing voucher to youth who have been in foster care and who are homeless or at risk of being homeless CLACKAMAS - Dakota VanSoyc, 21, and Joelle Wright, 20, had been living in a tent along the Springwater...
Read more
www.myoregon.gov
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In 2007, Housing America was created and October was designated as the annual month for NAHRO and its members to collectively raise awareness of the need for, and the importance of, safe, decent and affordable housing in quality communities. Events are held around the country by housing authorities, redevelopment agencies and government entities to spotlight the great works that have been done and the successes that so many residents have experienced. Sadly, there continues to be an unmet housing need for many of America's most vulnerable. |
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HOUSING AMERICA REGIONAL COMPETITION!! |
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Which region will be the most involved in Housing America Month? Compete for national recognition, a special prize, and – most importantly – bragging rights!
How to Compete
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Get involved in Housing America Month! Have your agencies post on social media, send advocacy letters, promote Housing America Month in your email signatures, on your websites, in your newsletters, and more! Events don’t have to be new or specific to Housing America Month. We want to celebrate affordable housing, which includes lifting up the work that you do every day – maintaining units, providing services for your residents, and more. National NAHRO will take all these entries and amplify them on our social media accounts (check out our Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn), on our website, in the NAHRO Monitor, and more.
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Let us know what you’re doing! While we can see your social media posts if you tag us, we may not see everything you do. Email comms@nahro.org and tell us about your event so we can update your score!
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Sounders FC, Seahawks, Seattle Storm, Seattle Mariners, OL Reign, and Seattle Kraken, have come together with Seattle Unite in a campaign called the Democracy Cup to encourage all of us to complete the Census, register to vote, and vote.
You have until Oct. 31 to complete the Census and be counted. It's important to participate in the 2020 Census which will determine funding our state and community receives, including emergency aid, housing assistance, health care, job programs and more. The federal government distributes more than $1.5 trillion in federal spending, and the results of the Census determine how much funding each state receives. The Census also determines the number of representatives Washington state has in the House of Representatives.
The 2020 Census is an effort to count everyone in the country. The Census is conducted every 10 years, so it's important that you are counted. The Census is a short questionnaire available in multiple languages that asks basic information about your household and the people who live in it. It takes less than ten minutes to answer the questionnaire. There are three ways to respond to the Census, either online, by mail or phone. Read More
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Fire Devastation in Jackson County
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The wildfires in our region have impacted many communities and here in Jackson County, the affects have been especially devastating. Jackson County lost over 2,300 homes; a large portion of those being older manufactured homes occupied by lower income households. The Housing Authority of Jackson County lost a 36-unit farm labor property as well.
The loss of 2,300 homes in any community would be difficult, and in Jackson County where the vacancy rate has hovered at 2% for the past several years, families who have lost their home are finding themselves with limited options in finding replacement housing. Rents have risen sharply as a result of the low vacancy rate and many lower income families and seniors cannot afford current rents without assistance.
In order to help mitigate some of the impact, the Housing Authority is placing a preference on all of its agency owned units for victims of natural disasters. We are also participating in several work groups related to emergency placement, outreach to families impacted by the fires, and rebuilding efforts that will attempt to replace the affordable housing that was lost.
It will take years for our community to put the pieces back together and rebuild. The bright spot in all the rubble has been the response of our community coming together to problem solve, think outside the box, and pull together to provide shelter, assistance, and support to those who lost everything. It will take creativity, teamwork and diligence to get through this and the residents of Jackson County have taken this challenge on in a way that celebrates what community is all about.
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PNRC NAHRO Members Save $$ and the Region Earns $$
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PNRC NAHRO has partnered with NAHRO Professional Development on their "Distance Learning" trainings that will directly benefit members and our Region!
Members will receive a discount of $10 on every NAHRO "Distance Learning" training and Southwest NAHRO will also receive a revenue share for each participant from our region through December 31 2020!
How does it work?
When registering, please use code: PNRC2020 (All CAPS)
and your discount will automatically be applied, it’s that simple!
Please note: this code must be used when registering! It cannot be retroactively applied.
What is Distance learning?
Multi-day training delivered in a modular and a web-based format. Participants register individually and access the sessions with a direct email. Sessions are typically 3 hours (1:30-4:30pm ET) and spread out. This allows participants to balance learning with other work responsibilities. Attendance is recorded and upon successful completion, CEUs are applied towards certification requirements. Distance learnings are meant to be interactive. Participants will engage with the faculty member by discussions, polls and utilizing a chat feature.
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Note: Electronic copy of training manual included in pricing below. Certification Exam must be purchased separately.
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Procurement and Contract Management Distance Learning |
October 19 - 23, 2020
Description:
NAHRO’s Procurement and Contract Management Seminar is completely revised and updated for HUD’s new handbook 7460.8 REV 2. Understanding the new handbook and how it interfaces with the asset management paradigm will help your agency in determining responsibility and accountability at the development site. You will learn how to procure quality goods and services for the right cost, the highest quality, for timely delivery, and in compliance with applicable laws and policies. The training covers estimating costs of goods and services and developing criteria for analysis of proposals.

From:
$510
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Workshop for Executive Directors Distance Learning |
October 28 - 29, 2020
Description:
Over two four-hour modules, learn how to maximize your limited resources including staffing and the fiscal operations of your agency. Discuss asset management and how it will affect your agency. Discover best practices and participate in a practicum examining the key aspects of housing operations: maintenance, modernization/ construction administration, occupancy, and inspections. Learning is interactive with exercises, discussion, and addressing participant’s specific questions.
Secure early bird pricing today! Ends 10/1
From:
$275
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Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) Distance Learning |
November 16 - 23, 2020
Description:
Over six 3-hour modules, participants will be provided with the knowledge and skills needed to properly inspect Public Housing Agency (PHA) Program units. This interactive and comprehensive training, which discusses specifications of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) and the inspector’s roles and responsibilities, enhances participants’ knowledge of and abilities to meet new challenges and procedures related to using Uniform Physical Condition Standards. Fulfills one of the requirements for the CSI-UPCS certification.
Secure early bird pricing today! Ends 09/30
From:
$605
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Commissioners Guide to Monitoring and Oversight Distance Learning
December 1 - 9, 2020
Description: For commissioners who have completed NAHRO’s Commissioners’ Fundamentals or for those looking for recertification opportunities, then you will want to register for NAHRO’s Commissioners’ Guide to Monitoring & Oversight. This seminar is intended to enhance an agency’s governing body’s members with a deeper understanding of their roles and responsibilities in assuring their agency’s viability and health. This program is appropriate for board chairs and other commissioners, and for executive leaders and staff members.
Recommended Pre-requisite: NAHRO’s Commissioners Fundamentals
Secure early bird pricing today! Ends 11/02
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For more information, contact NAHRO Professional Development at
(877) 866-2476 or
OR;
PNRC NAHRO Regional Service Officer 202.580.7203
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YOU COULD HAVE FEATURED YOUR AGENCY HERE!!!
We want to fill this newsletter with articles and pictures about you, but we can't do that unless you send them in. Send your pictures and articles to pnrc@nahro.org by November 9th to be featured in next month's newsletter!!
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