NAHMA March 2010 Conference Will Focus on Key Federal Multifamily Housing Policy Issues

Jan. 15, 2010, Alexandria, Va. — Managers and owners of affordable multifamily housing will gather in Washington, DC on March 14-16, 2010 to consider the impact of recent and proposed federal policies on multifamily affordable housing.

A list of key invited speakers is provided below; for a full meeting agenda, please visit http://www.nahma.org/meetings/MeetingInfo.html.

The March conference is one of three annual events hosted by the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) for its members, who are also affiliated with Affordable Housing Management Associations (AHMAs) around the country. The conferences afford NAHMA and AHMA members and guests the opportunity to share best practices, understand federal legislative and regulatory issues and meet with officials from federal and other agencies that affect the industry.

The meeting will be held at The Madison - A Loews Hotel , at 1177 15th Street NW, Washington, DC.

Online meeting registration is fast and easy (members and guests must register for the meeting in order to attend the event(s)).  For a copy of the preliminary meeting agenda or to register for the conference, visit http://www.nahma.org/meetings/MeetingInfo.html or call 703- 683-8630, ext. 12. (Hotel accommodations should be made directly with The Madison, by calling (800) 424-8577.)

NAHMA is the leading advocate for multifamily property managers and owners whose mission is to provide quality affordable housing. NAHMA supports legislative and regulatory policy that promotes the development and preservation of affordable housing, is a vital resource for technical education and information, fosters strategic relations between government and industry and recognizes those who exemplify the best in affordable housing. Founded in 1990, NAHMA's membership today includes the industry's most distinguished multifamily owners and management companies.

Monday, March 15

HUD Forum 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Panel One

• Carol Galante, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Multifamily Housing, HUD (invited)

Panel Two

• Janet Golrick, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary, Multifamily Housing, HUD
• Bob Iber, Acting Director of Multifamily Asset Management, HUD  (invited)
• Delton Nichols, Deputy Director, Real Estate Assessment Center, Office of Public and Indian Housing, HUD
• Eric Ramsey, Director of Business Relationships and Special Initiatives, Office of Multifamily Asset Management, HUD  (invited)
• Ted Toon, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Affordable Housing Preservation, Multifamily Housing, HUD  (invited)
• Gail Williamson, Director, Housing Assistance Policy, Office of Housing Assistance & Grant Administration, Multifamily Housing, HUD  (invited)

NAHMA Communities of Quality Awards Luncheon 12:15 – 1:45 p.m.

• Carol Galante, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Multifamily Housing, HUD  (invited)

Tax Credit Committee 2:00-3:00 p.m.

• Ryan Abraham, Professional Staff Member, Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate
• Greg Brown, Federal Legislative Director, National Association of Homebuilders
• Paul Handleman, Branch Chief, Passthroughs and Special Industries, Office of Associate Chief Council, Internal Revenue Service  (invited)
• Garth Rieman, Director, Housing Advocacy & Strategic Initiatives, Policy and Government Affairs, National Council of State Housing Agencies
• Grace Robertson, Program Analyst, Examination Specialization & Technical Guidance , Internal Revenue Service
• Jon Sheiner, Tax Counsel, Office of Congressman Charles Rangel, U.S. House of Representatives

Forum Discussion: Case Studies on Problem Properties 3:00-4:30 p.m.

• Leah Lyerly, Vice President, Westminster Company  (invited)
• Karen Newsome, Vice President-Administration, WinnResidential  (invited)
• Rich Skoczylas, Regional Property Manager, AIMCO Capital Northeast
• Tim Zaleski, Vice President, National Church Residences

Tuesday, March 16

Rural Housing Committee 8:30-9:30 a.m.

• Tom Hannah, Deputy Administrator, Multifamily Housing, Rural Development, U.S. Department of Agriculture (invited)
• Larry Anderson, Director, Multifamily Housing Preservation and Direct Loan Division, Rural Housing Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture (invited)
• Michael Steininger, Director, Multi-Family Housing Processing Division, Rural Housing Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture  (invited)
• Stephanie White, Director, Multi-Family Housing Portfolio Management, Rural Housing Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture  (invited)

Senior Housing Committee 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Willie Spearmon, Director, Office of Housing Assistance & Grant Administration, Multifamily Housing, HUD (invited)

TRACS and Contract Administration Committee 10:45 a.m. -12:15 p.m.

• Deb Lear, Director, Office of Housing Assistance Contract Administration Oversight, Multifamily Housing, HUD (invited)
• Lanier Hylton, Office of Program Systems Management, HUD (invited)