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Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts 

PAHMA Educational Series 2013   

Who's Who in Affordable Housing  

Community Interests  

Important Dates  

National News and Deadline Reminders
Hot Topics 

Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts
As we prepare to wrap up another year, begin the holiday season, get ready for winter and welcome the President into office for the next 4 years, our thoughts are with those affected by the hurricane in the hope that they will receive the assistance needed to care for their families and be prepared for the upcoming storms.

Free Housing Locator Service Available to Help People Displaced by Hurricane Sandy
go to www.PAHousingSearch.com for information on how to offer assistance or how to get help.
click HERE for the PHFA Press Release with important details.

Disaster Relief Update from the HUD Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships
click HERE  for details

 

National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) Disaster Relief Resource Center
click  HERE for information

 

HUD Requests Information From Multifamily OAs to Aid in Hurricane Sandy Disaster Recovery Efforts
protocol detailed in Chapter 38 "Multifamily Emergency/Disaster Guidance" has been implemented
click HERE for important information

 

UPDATE - IRS to Waive LIHTC Rules for Certain Properties Affected by Hurricane Sandy
click HERE for the IRS announcement



2013 Educational Calendar

Visit www.PAHMA.org for the most current information.

Registration information is available approximately 6 weeks prior to the event. 

   

SAVE THE DATE - 2013

FOUR POINTS SHERATON-NORTH, Warrendale, PA

  • March 22 - Occupancy Training and Resident Complaints
  • April 17 - Fair Housing for Managers
  • April 18 - Spring Conference for Maintenance with Fair Housing
  • May 15 - Spend the Day with A.J. Johnson
                     1/2 day - Interviewing Skills for Property Managers
                     1/2 day - Marketing of Affordable Housing
  • TBA - Face to Face with HUD (under construction) 

SEVEN SPRINGS Mountain Resort, Champion, PA

  • October 17&18 - Fall Educational Conference
   
2012 Fall Educational Conference and Exhibit 
October 16-17   Seven Springs   
"Innovative Solutions for Today's Affordable Housing" 
click HERE and scroll to the bottom of the page for a review of the conference 

"WHO's WHO" in Affordable Housing       

In this section we invite our members to celebrate their accomplishments, awards, promotions, new sites, and 'best practices'.  Share something about your property/company or recommend someone you know in the industry for recognition. 

We look forward to receiving your recommendations.  Send suggestions to info@pahma.org

PAHMA 2012 Awards and Recognition:

PLATINUM AWARD WINNERS
Curb Appeal:        G.W. Petroplus Towers, Wheeling 

                                 Brenda Hetzel, Crossgates

Excellence in Resident Services:      

                                 Bedford Hill Apartments, Pittsburgh

                                 Deborah Holt, McCormack Baron Ragan
Interior Design:     Ridgebury Apartments, Erie

                                 Sandie J Wheeler, HANDS
Marketing and Communication Efforts:      

                                 Sunbury Fields, Butler

                                 Julie Walker, SeniorCare Network

 

REAC HONOREES:  with a score of 90 or above as of July 31, 2012
click  HERE     

 

MOR - Excellence in Housing Management,  Superior Rating as of July 31, 2012  

click  HERE      

 

 

PAHMA MEMBERS-ARTISTS RECOGNIZED NATIONALLY IN THE 2013 NAHMA CALENDAR

Grade 10-12:  Stacy Conn, The Village at Somerset, WinnResidential 

Enjoying the outdoors clean and beautiful was Stacy's motivation for her artwork.  She loves drawing, hiking, and listening to music. Of drugs she says, don't be fooled "drugs are definitely not cool and can ruin your life". 

 

 

 

Elderly/Disabled:  Alton Nelson, Arch Court, Arbors Management  

Through his artwork, Mr. Nelson hopes to inspire everyone to make our world a better place. He  enjoys painting, poetry, and all types of music. His drug-free message is to both youth and adults, "always say no and keep your body clean of drugs".  

  

 

...don't miss the opportunity to support this wonderful program...order your calendars today.

 

COMMUNITY INTEREST

 

HUD Opportunities for Green Training and Technical Assistance

HUD is launching a comprehensive Green Academy Training Program that will be rolled out in up to 19 locations between October 2012 and February 2013. 

click HERE for details 

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important dates

November 9th        -   Deadline to submit your entry for NAHMA's Community of Quality, details below  

November 16th      -   Deadline to enter the Lucky Draw with your calendar order 

       

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2013 NAHMA Calendar: 
HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR CALENDARS?  PAHMA members have two artists represented in the 2013 calendar. 
Show your support for our artists, PAHMA, and the NAHMA Educational Fund by putting a calendar in every kitchen!

Benefits to you are twofold - it shows your support of the drug-free message and demonstrates your own commitment to social services.
PLUS, it is an allowable expense for HUD and Department of Agriculture subsidized housing;  and Tax Credit properties could potentially obtain
more points in the funding allocation process.

Order yours today!  Sales support the mission to advance the preservation and production of safe quality affordable housing.
click HERE  for details.        click HERE for an order form.

COMING SOON:  details for your opportunity to get  involved in the art contest for the 2014 NAHMA calendar.
Will the next national winner come from YOUR community? 
 
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PA Housing Search - PAHMA supports PA Housing Search: a Free Listing and Locator Service
to list and find affordable homes and apartments across Pennsylvania
for more information, go to www.PAHousingSearch.com or call 1-877-428-8844

Assisting people displaced by Hurricane Sandy.

News from NLHA
National Leased Housing Association - Your membership in PAHMA includes membership in NLHA. Go to www.hudnlha.com for another perspective on the national news...you can find password information under the Members Only section at www.pahma.org    

News from NAHMA
Your membership in PAHMA includes membership in the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).
If you need password information, go to the Members Only section at www.pahma.org .

   

REMINDERS: 


2013 NAHMA  Calendar: ORDER YOURS TODAY for all of your residents
...order by November 16th to be entered into the Lucky Draw
...receive in time for the holidays!  (details above)

 Nov  9, 2012:   Deadline to Submit Entries for NAHMA's Community of Quality Awards, COQ     details       
NAHMA's COQ Program has received national recognition.  Now is a great time to promote your property's participation.
COQ Fact Sheet          NAHMA Press Release  

Nov 16, 2012:  Deadline to be entered into the Lucky Draw...order your 2013 NAHMA calendars today  (see above).  

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HOT TOPICS:           

  • HUD's 2013 Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF)      details      
  • Educational Posters for Tenants Regarding Bed Bug Infestations from HUD      details     
  • HUD Notice H 2012-21 Implementation of Tenant Participation Requirements in accordance with 24 CFR 245 Subpart B and HUD Handbook 4381.5 REV-2 'The Management Agent Handbook'      details      
  • NAHMA Announces - Maintenance Flyer in Spanish      announcement       flyer       
  • NAHMAnalysis 2012-1023 'Sequestration Implementation Update' - Contact Your Congressional Representative      details            
  • UPDATE - HUD's statement on GAO's PBCA recommendations      details          
  • USDA-RD's October Policy Changes and Updates for Multifamily Rural Housing Programs      details      
  • RHIIP Listserv #284 - VA Aid & Attendance      details      
PAHMA is an association designed for the benefit of its members. 
Please let us know how we can be of service.
  
  
  
Sincerely,

 

Board of Directors
PAHMA