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Create your own custom learning experience by joining
industry leaders to discuss the issues that matter most
to you.
TRACK 1: Housing Development
Learn about new multi-family subsidy programs that help
to encourage the development of affordable and mixed-income
developments. As always, experts will be available from
Multi-Family, Tax Credits and Single Family to assist
in financing your housing projects.
September 27, 2005
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Opening the Door to Homeownership
The session will highlight the partnership of redevelopment
and HMFA financing in the development of single-family
housing in Smart Growth areas. Panelists will highlight
MONI, HMFA End Loan Programs and the very critical component
of down payment and closing costs assistance through
the Smart Start Program.
| Moderator: |
Mark Kabakow |
| Speakers: |
Jerry Keelen
Edward Martoglio
Gordon Ur |
10:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Innovative Financing for Small Projects
Learn how to utilize HMFA’s financing mechanisms
to assist in the new development and/or rehabilitation
of small multi-family projects, including mixed-use
developments. Case studies will be cited to offer a
clear understanding of the financial structures.
| Moderator: |
Mayor J. Christian Bollwage |
| Speakers: |
H. Eugene Brown
Jef Buehler
Dana Davis
Ralph Salermo |
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Financing Multi-Family Housing
The session will provide valuable information on the
various financing and subsidy programs for the development
of multi-family housing. Learn to partner with lenders,
developers, for profit and non-profit agencies. The
utilization of predevelopment and subsidy sources will
be explained through the use of practical examples.
| Moderator: |
Leslie Anderson |
| Speakers: |
Archie Colander
C. Sean Closkey
Christiana Foglio
Michael Staton |
September 28, 2005
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Tax Credits
Learn the basics of the most valuable federal resource
available to assist in the development of your affordable
rental development.
| Moderator: |
Kevin Kavanaugh |
| Speakers: |
Michael Knab
Brad Ingerman
Steven Rosenblatt
Marie Wadler |
11:00 a.m. – 12: 15 p.m.
Ask the Expert
Always the most popular session, nationally renowned
experts will be available to answer all of your complex
tax credit questions. This is a session you do not want
to miss.
| Moderator: |
John Hughes |
| Speakers: |
Anthony Freedman
Michael Novogradac
Wally Scruggs |
TRACK 2: Redevelopment: Breathing New Life
Into Old Sites
This track is intended to teach and demonstrate how
existing state resources can be used locally to redevelop
important sites or communities. Case studies will be
used to present examples of how to use these programs
to create new life for old sites.
September 27, 2005
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
From Brown To Gold: Making Use of Brownfield Sites
Learn how municipalities use state and federal programs
and a comprehensive planning process to turn a community
liability into an asset. Ask for and learn about State
agency support of redevelopment projects as you navigate
through the permitting and funding issues.
| Moderator: |
Dr. Frances Hoffman |
| Speakers: |
Anselm Fusco
Richard Hluchan
Thomas S. Michnewicz |
10:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
What’s OLD is NEW Again! The Role of Historic
Preservation
Hear how (developer/municipality) leveraged state and
federal programs to renew their town’s historic
jewels.
| Moderator: |
Peter Kasabach |
| Speakers: |
Susan Bass Levin
Michael Mills
Peter Primavera |
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Greyfields Today: Main Streets Tomorrow
See how this new State pilot program is helping towns
turn abandoned commercial and strip centers into thriving
mixed-use developments.
| Moderator: |
Herman Volk |
| Speakers: |
Robert Cotter
Aubrey Haines
Mayor Daniel Reiman
Karen Cilurso |
September 28, 2005
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Abandoned Properties: How to Recycle, Restore, Reuse
and Revitalize!
Learn how municipalities (and developers) are using
this new legislative tool to acquire abandoned properties
quickly and redevelop the area holistically.
| Moderator: |
Diane Sterner |
| Speakers: |
Wayne Meyer
Mayor Wayne Smith
Jewel Thompson-Chin |
11:00 a.m. – 12: 15 p.m.
Eminent Domain – Should You Do It?
Hear how municipalities (together with developers) used
New Jersey’s redevelopment law and eminent domain
to prepare a site for a dynamic redevelopment project.
Also hear about the latest issues facing eminent domain.
| Moderator: |
Marge Della Vecchia |
| Speakers: |
Edward Einhaus
Ed Fox
Susan Gruel
Mayor James Maley |
TRACK 3: Development: From Vision To Reality
Attend this track and learn how to create a vision and
plan for your community, redevelopment area or town
including roll up your sleeves working sessions with
planning professionals. Join together with others to
learn about COAH, Green Homes and creating smart growth
communities.
September 27, 2005
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
The Planning Vision
Learn how to engage in an extensive planning exercise
to create a vision of the future. What works, what doesn’t
and what was the result of actual case studies.
| Moderator: |
Paul Drake |
| Speakers: |
Patrick Morrissy
Tom Troy
Mayor Jason Varano |
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
20/20 Vision: Seeing Your Community’s Future Clearly
Learn how to create a vision for your community by working
with a usable, hands-on model to help you plan for the
future. This Community Visioning workshop will include
a presentation of a build-out analysis, GIS, and Master
Plan elements.
| Moderator: |
Maura McManimon |
| Speakers: |
Anton Nelessen |
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Affordable Housing is an Asset
Creative approaches to addressing the COAH Third Round
Growth Share Obligation.
| Moderator: |
Susan Bass Levin |
| Speakers: |
Elizabeth “Betsy” McKenzie
Matthew Reilly
Louis Riccio
Edwin Schmierer |
September 28, 2005
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Mix It Up! Creating a Multi-functional Community
See how towns planned and developed mixed-use projects
that bring the best of the residential and commercial
worlds together.
| Moderator: |
Mayor Robert Bowser |
| Speakers: |
Richard Johnson
William O’Dea
Howard Woolley |
11:00 a.m. – 12: 15 p.m.
Waste Not, Watt Not: Green Development
Learn how to create a state-of-the-art green housing
project that is good for the environment and the residents
without breaking the bank. State and federal funding
sources will also be discussed. Successful examples
will be highlighted.
| Moderator: |
Darren Port |
| Speakers: |
Robert Kahan
John Inglese
Betsy Clifford
William E. Kramer |
TRACK 4: Property Management
Property Management The more things change the more
they remain the same. Many properties have reached their
golden years, yet many are still in their infancy. With
all the changes in our highly technical world, one thing
remains constant; the need for good, quality, affordable
housing that lasts. Attending this track, you will hear
from experts in the field on the changes taking place
in the industry. More importantly, learn what keeps
older properties young and newer properties prepared
for their golden years.
September 27, 2005
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Maintenance Best Practices … and More
This session will address the specific details of first
class property maintenance practices; organizing, planning,
implementing and evaluating. How to qualify, shop and
get the best performance from service contractors. Additionally,
the importance of accurate record keeping and the relationship
with risk management will be covered.
| Moderator: |
Chris Bauer |
| Speakers: |
Michael Simmons |
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Affordable Housing Issues
Panel discussion to provide up-to-date information relevant
to affordable housing in New Jersey. Panel members will
include NAHMA, JAHMA, HUD and HMFA officials.
| Moderator: |
Anthony Cupano |
| Speakers: |
Jim McGrath
Connie Loukatos
J. Kenneth Pagano
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3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
TRACS Update
Here from HMFA, HUD and private sector panelists on
the latest update on electronic transmittal of tenant
data to HUD.
| Moderator: |
Linda Wilson |
| Speakers: |
Pam Breitenbach
Jeanette Claus
Wendy Scattiglio
Christal Nixon-Smith |
September 28, 2005
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Energy Conservation
Utility costs continue to climb. They account for a
large portion of your operating budget. Learn how to
conserve energy through unique technology. Lower your
cost and increase your bottom line.
| Moderator: |
Robert Wisniewski |
| Speakers: |
Christopher Dillemuth
Mike Winka |
11:00 a.m. – 12: 15 p.m.
Integrating Property Management and Social Services
Establish the proper framework to create a team approach
by communicating with residents, hiring the proper staff
and incorporating social services into your daily operation.
| Moderator: |
Francis Thomas |
| Speakers: |
Adele Gilman
Lionel Kier |
TRACK 5: Supported Housing and Special Needs
Track
Sessions will address emerging trends and best practice
models to finance and develop affordable housing for
individuals and families that can benefit from service
enriched housing.
September 27, 2005
9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Special Needs Housing Trust Fund
Overview of Governor’s Task Force on Mental Health
recommendations and implementation strategies to create
10,000 units of housing for mental health consumers
over the next decade.
| Moderator: |
Bob Davison |
| Speakers: |
Diane Johnson
Kevin Martone
Pam McCrory |
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Financing and Developing Housing for Ex-Offenders
Planning for ex-offenders re-entry, how do you assess
need and design programs to address public safety and
to serve and stabilize ex-offenders in the community?
Examples will include innovative partnerships and development
strategies that are successfully creating supportive
housing.
| Moderator: |
Judge John D’Amico |
| Speakers: |
Richard Cho
Dan Lombardo
JoAnne Page
Barry Campbell |
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
State Housing Finance Programs to Develop Special Needs
Housing
Overview of State agency partnerships to finance housing
for special needs populations. Learn about new and existing
state finance strategies and programs that can be used
to create supportive housing.
| Moderator: |
Deborah De Santis |
| Speakers: |
Commissioner James Davy
Peter Kasabach
Acting Commissioner Charles A. Richman |
September 28, 2005
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Housing for Aging Out and Homeless Youth
Challenges and opportunities developing effective housing
and services for youth who are homeless, aging out foster
care or leaving the Juvenile Justice system. Best practice
models that promote independence for youth will be presented.
| Moderator: |
Deputy Commissioner Kathi Way |
| Speakers: |
Howard Beyer
Juanita Dennis
Angela Estes |
11:00 a.m. – 12: 15 p.m.
Developing Accessible Housing
Finding accessible housing opportunities is a challenge
for persons with physical disabilities and creating
accessible housing can be a challenge for developers.
Learn what goes into creating successful accessible
housing. A case study will explore the concept of combining
accessibility features with green building features.
| Moderator: |
William Ditto |
| Speakers: |
Peter Fresulone
Deborah Miller
Marlene Perkins |
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