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| Greetings!
It was great to see so many of you at the Statewide Conference on Housing and Community Economic Development at the beginning of the month. IACED and Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority staff had the 2009 wrap-up meeting mid-September. We spent the meeting discussing the conference evaluations and changes for next year to address noted concerns and build on the successes you highlighted. From the completed evaluation surveys, I know may of you took something positive away from this gathering.
This month, IACED staff also finished tabulating the Member Needs and Customer Satisfaction survey from the 2009 Regional Member meetings. From the survey, sixty-six percent (66%) of members are either "very satisfied" or "satisfied" with IACED services. Nineteen percent (19%) of meeting attendees did not respond to this question. The balance of fifteen percent (15%) were "moderately" satisfied with IACED services.
In response to the question, "What additional services would you like to see IACED provide?" One of the top answers included funding updates and job postings. As has been reported here, IACED is in the middle of a redesign of our web site. As we roll-out the new site in the coming months, funding information will be included in a member only area.
Also, IACED today will list employment opportunities currently available within our membership. This is a service offered free of charge to IACED members. Contact Lindsey Knight, lknight@iaced.org, with any open positions.
The survey also reported a desire for more services and expertise to benefit homeless serving agencies and additional training on economic development to embrace a holistic response to building assets for Hoosiers and community revitalization. Stay attuned to IACED's website, Facebook page, LinkedIn Group, and this newsletter for new opportunities in the coming months. Lastly, one adroit member noted with IACED's diverse membership (non-profit, government, and businesses), we have a great opportunity to build coalition for better serving Indiana communities. I agree and will continue to identify ways to partner our membership. For example, I will attend the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns Annual Conference in October to work on this relationship building with local elected leaders from across the state.
In response to the question, "Do you find Rebuilding Indiana Monthly (RIM), to be informative and insightful", seventy seven percent (77%) answered yes. Several noted however, the length may be too long. The IACED staff will address this concern by shortening this newsletter and utilizing IACED's soon to be redesigned web site and more frequent use of Facebook and LinkedIn.
If you have not joined the Facebook and LinkedIN social networking sites and affiliated with IACED, YOU ARE MISSING VALUABLE INFORMATION. These platforms allow quicker communication and interaction. Join today.
If you have any questions about IACED's work or if we can assist you, do not hesitate to contact us at 317-920-2300.
Sincerely,
Andy Fraizer |
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IACED on Facebook and LinkedIn
IACED is finding new and improved ways to help the community economic development industry communicate.
Are you an IACED Facebook Fan?
If you are not a fan, this month you missed information on the usefulness of reverse mortgages, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) benefits modernization, and good work members are doing across the state. Click here to join.
Have you joined the IACED discussion forum on LinkedIn?
You are missing funding opportunities, insightful articles including finding the perfect funder for your organization, and a tidbit about IACED staff meeting with a senior HUD official. Join IACED's forum and join the dialogue today. Ask questions and share content you find valuable for others. IACED members are a valuable source of insight on community economic development. Join the group here. If you are not a member, this month you missed information on job opportunities on the job board, federal advocacy resources, and new ideas about rural development.
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Training & Event Updates
2009 Governor's Conference on Service & Volunteerism
Online registration is now open for the conference. Special highlights include: a welcome from Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels and Keynote Speaker Miss America 2009 Katie Stam from Seymour, Indiana
Click here for more information and to register. Register by September 25th for the early bird rate.
Executive Director Training Series - Leading with Strengths
When: November 5-6, 2009
Where: Leadership Ventures, 303 N. Alabama St. Ste. 230 Indianapolis Cost: $25 for IACED Members, $50 for all others Click here for more information on the training and how to register. |
Monumental Affair - Call for Entries
Courtesy of LISC
A Monumental Affair recognizes excellence in architecture, interior design, innovative reuse, landscape architecture, construction, engineering, public art and community and downtown development.
New this year is the (re)thINK award, sanctioned by USGBC Indiana, highlighting significant achievements in sustainable design and construction.
Join us in celebrating Indianapolis as a city responsibly on the rise.
Entry Deadline: October 2nd
Event Date: November 18th
Click here for more information. |
Work Continues on California Avenue
Courtesy of Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc.
The Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. (NNN) is proud to annouce its 2009 property development efforts. This year the organization will continue work in the California Avenue Revitalization Project Area - by improving a number of homes in the 900-1000 blocks of California Avenue. This coming year's work will help to reinforce past investments along California Ave. and Portage Ave. where 14 homes have previously been impacted.
In addition to the rehabilitation of these wonderful homes, a dilapidated, vacant house was recently demolished at, ideally making way for a new home to be built in the near future.
All of this exciting work makes California Ave. the perfect location for the 2009 Arts Cafe. As work continues at these properties, the NNN is looking forward to its signature annual event and the opportunity to invite the community to join us as we celebrate the great things happening in our neighborhood. So don't forget to mark the Arts Cafe on your calendar for November 1, 2009.
Click here for more information. |
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Help-A-House Day 2009
Courtesy of LaCasa, Inc.
Help-A-House is a unique effort that connects volunteers and donations with projects in Goshen that support safe, attractive and affordable housing.
Volunteers repair the homes of low- to moderate-income homeowners and assist LaCasa in maintaining its affordable rental properties. This program makes a significant impact toward improving older city neighborhoods in Goshen.
Help-A-House Day took play on May 9th, with 27 volunteer groups represented, all helping to fix up the homes of families in Goshen. Contractors, church groups, teachers, students, service clubs and businesses all worked together to accomplish an exceptional number of projects. These volunteers, along with professionals who donated their time, replaced 85 windows, worked on eight roof replacements and rebuilt three porches/decks, as well as a host of other painting and general clean-up projects. Six city dump trucks were filled and sent to the local recycling and landfill.
This collaboration has helped hundreds of families maintain their homes and continues to be an example of a public/private partnership that works.
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Alliance Publishes Data Update of Community Plans to End Homelessness
Courtesy of National Alliance to End Homelessness
In 2006, the National Alliance to End Homelessness released the report, A New Vision: What is in Community Plans to End Homelessness? This report was the first nationwide assessment and content analysis of local plans to end homelessness. The Alliance recently created a Data Update that provides an updated content analysis of the 234 completed community plans to end homelessness. In addition to illustrating the growth of ten year plans, this update compares the content of earlier plans and later plans. As the data show, changes in homeless service trends have directly affected the content of ten year plans. Finally, this Data Update provides a brief analysis of factors identified by the Alliance that are most likely to lead to implementation.
Click here to view an interactive timeline of ten year plans. |
New Report Documents 10 Years of Anti-Homeless Violence
Courtesy of National Coalition for the Homeless (NCH)
NCH has released the 2008 numbers of hate crimes and violent attacks against people experiencing homelessness. The numbers are from a new report entitled Hate, Violence, And Death on Main Street USA, 2008.
Key findings include:
- The total number of attacks for 2008: 106
- The number of fatal attacks is the second highest since 2001: 27 deaths
- 73% of the attacks were committed by individuals who were ages 25 and younger
- Florida ranked #1 for the fourth year in a row for most attacks, California was second
The 42 percent of homeless people who are unsheltered are the most vulnerable to these attacks. Because crimes committed against homeless persons often go unreported, the actual numbers of non-lethal attacks may be much higher. While the motive for an attack is often unclear, some of the attackers said they committed the crime out of "boredom," or for a "thrill" or "fun".
The report also details ways communities and governments can act to solve the crisis of anti-homeless violence. Maryland added homeless people to its hate crimes law in May 2009. California, Florida, South Carolina and Washington, DC have similar pieces of legislation pending. The DC City Council approved adding homeless people to its hate crimes law on July 31st. A bi-partisan bill, (H.R. 3419), was introduced in the U.S. House on July 30th by U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) and 13 other Members of Congress asking for hate crimes statistical data to be collected on homeless people.
Click here to view an action alert with a message and action instructions. |
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Inclusive Home Design Act of 2009
Courtesy of The Fifth Freedom Network
A bill has been introduced in Congress to require that new, federally assisted housing meet several accessibility requirements for people with disabilities. The Inclusive Home Design Act of 2009 may overlap the Americans With Disabilities Act in paces, but it contains unique enforcement provisions.
The Inclusive Home Design Act of 2009 requires that new, federally assisted housing have an accessible entrance and bathroom, and accessible interior doors, evnironmental controls and habitable space.
As for enforcement, it requires that individuals arranging for the design or construction of federally assisted housing to submit architectural and construction plans for state or local approval. It also prohibits federal financial assistance to a state or local government unit unless the recipient is taking certain enforcement actions with regard to covered dwellings. People affected by violations of this act can commence a civil suit against the people designing or constructing the noncompliant building.
If this bill is of interest to you, you may wish to contact your representatives in Congress with your opinion.
Click here to read the bill. Click here for a list of representatives' names and contact information. |
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Community Economic Development
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IACED's Microenterprise Affinity Group
Many of IACED's members have begun to venture into the field of microenterprise and/or micro lending to get small businesses off the ground.As a result, IACED convenes an affinity group each quarter which focuses on microenterprise programs, how to finance these programs, and best practices. Participation in the Microenterprise affinity group is open to any organization, bank, or other entity in the state with an interest in microenterprise and/or micro lending.
The third quarter meeting contained discussions with the following:
If you would like to join IACED's Microenterprise Affinity Group please contact John Marron, Program Manager, 317-920-2300 ext. 21. |
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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Survey
At the request of one of our national partners, the National Association for Community Economic Development Associations (NACEDA), we are asking all of our nonprofit members and partners that utilize Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to fill out an important survey by clicking here. |
2009 Disability Poll: Focus on Transportation
Courtesy of Hardy Smith, Hardy Smith Nonprofit Consulting
The Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, in conjunction with the Governor's Council for People with Disabilities and Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services, is conducting a survey about transportation in Indiana. People with disabilities, their family members, and advocates are invited to respond with their ideas.
You will be asked about the types of transportation you use to get to work, to go shopping or to appointments, and to visit friends. You will also be asked to describe any barriers you've encountered with transportation. Finally, you will also be asked to suggest ways to improve transportation in your community.
The survey is available online, click here.
Print copies and alternative formats are available on request. To request the survey in an alternative format, or for additional information, contact Dr. Vicki Pappas by phone: 1-800-825-4733 or e-mail: beheard@indiana.edu. |
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Organizational Development
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Distinguishing Between What Is Important and What Is Urgent
I've had the opportunity to travel across the State in my work with nonprofits and I continue to hear and see a growing theme. The time management stresses that everyone carries with the ever growing to-do lists and deadlines of our jobs, kids, parents and community services. Like you, I have a day-planner and to-do list to manage tasks and even added a smart phone to assist me. While all these tools are certainly helpful; they do not get to "what's important". In order to minimize the stress of having too many tight deadlines, you need to distinguish clearly between what is urgent and what is important:
- Important activities have an outcome that leads to the achievement of your goals.
- Urgent activities demand immediate attention, and are usually associated with the achievement of someone else's goals, or with an uncomfortable problem or situation that needs to be resolved.
Some of you might remember Stephen Covey's 1994 business classic, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by which brought the idea into the mainstream and gave it the name "The Urgent/Important Matrix". If you have not read the book, I would highly suggest you do and if you have, it's been more than a decade and the principles still apply, it worth your time.
Click here to read the entire article. |
Engaging Your Board
Courtesy of Hardy Smith, Hardy Smith Nonprofit Consulting
"Why don't board members do what they're supposed to do?" shouted a packed room of nonprofit organization leaders. This quick, loud response came when the training-session participants were asked to share their most pressing problem.
The unified reaction, with heads nodding in agreement, set off an energetic buzz throughout the audience. Obviously a red-hot issue had been identified!
The room quickly fell silent, however, when the audience was asked, "Do the board members whose performance is being criticized know what they are supposed to be doing? And are they being asked, or being told, what you want done?"
Immediately the participants realized that they might be playing a contributing role in the lack of desired action by their board members.
As a result of that highly charged audience reaction, a nationwide survey was conducted of business and community leaders who serve as board members of nonprofit and community organizations. Its objective was to identify issues affecting relationships between nonprofit organizations and their board members. Survey responses came from what would be considered a blue chip list of board members.
Survey participants reflected a wide variety of occupations and interests, including university presidents, top corporate executives, business owners, association CEOs, retirees, teachers, community activists, political leaders, doctors, attorneys, engineers, both management and non-management level employees, a college basketball official, and dedicated volunteers.
Click here to read the entire article. |
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A Special Note
Former Program Manager for IACED, Naila Carnagua, is now working for IACED member Aurora.
Naila has accepted a position as a Prevention Coordinator. In this position Naila will be working with different homeless service providers, stakeholders, and a committee to develop a system for identifying families/individuals at risk of becoming homeless.
Please join us in congratulating Naila on her new position! |
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IACED TA: HOME & CDBG Applications
IACED will offer members one (1) hour of free technical assistance in reviewing HOME & CDBG applications for 2009. Any assistance needed above one hour can be contracted/billed at the discounted member rate. For more information or questions, please contact David Fredricks at dfredricks@iaced.org or 317-920-2300, Ext 13. |
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Welcome New IACED Members!
IACED is pleased to welcome the following new members to our association:
Alliance for Health Promotion- Voting Member
CP Foundation - Voting Member
Family Development Services - Voting Member
Indiana Cooperative Development Center - Voting Member
Thank you for joining! We are looking forward to getting to know you and helping you serve Indiana communities and families.
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Send us Your Stories!
IACED knows IACED members are doing great work - we'd like to spread the word! If you've had a successful project or remarkable experience, send your story to Lindsey Knight lknight@iaced.org or call 317-920-2300 ext. 10.
Don't have time to send the whole story now? Just send an email expressing interest, and an IACED staff member will follow up with you. | |
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