Commissioners Fundamentals and Ethics Seminar

The Michigan Chapter holds exclusive licensing from National NAHRO to offer high-quality NAHRO professional development programs for Commissioners right here in Michigan. Commissioners can obtain the training they need to effectively discharge their responsibilities on the Board and save time without breaking the bank (and budget) traveling to  high-priced venues in other parts of the country.

Commissioners' Fundamentals and Ethics and Housing and Community Development Commissioner trainings are being scheduled to take place in Evart, Michigan. Completion of both seminars qualify commissioners to receive certification from NAHRO, as a NAHRO Certified Commissioner (NCC). Participants may attend either seminar at a cost of $350, or the combined seminars at a cost of $600.

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Host: Evart Housing Commission
Dates: July 24-26, 2013
Cost: $600 per person for combined training or $350 per person for individual seminar training (lunch included on Thursday and Friday

Location:
Evart Housing Commission
601 W. First Street
Evart, MI 49631

Accommodations: Attendees will be responsible for their own housing arrangements.  Local hotels and numbers: 

 Please see attached for curriculum & registration information

 Commissioners’ Fundamentals
and Ethics Seminars

Schedule - Day One: 12:30 p.m. registration ~ 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. class (Ethics)
Day Two: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (a.m. Ethics p.m. Fundamentals)

Day Three:  8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Fundamentals)

(Continental breakfast and lunch included on Thursday and Friday)

 Commissioners’ Fundamentals:  (Thursday afternoon and all day Friday).  The commissioner has many roles and responsibilities. Participants who attend this session will enhance their understanding of the commissioner’s multi-faceted position as an advocate, leader, team-builder, strategist undefined and more.  Among other topics, the course explores the intricacies of board-staff relationships and boundaries. This program provides an excellent training foundation and is designed for new, as well as seasoned commissioners who would like to update their current knowledge. (1.2 CEU)

Program Topics:

• Welcome, Introductions and Expectations, Program Purpose and Objectives
• CE Instructions and Agenda Review
• Diversity in Operations: An Introduction
• Housing and Community Development and Redevelopment Programs: Historical and Current Environment Perspectives
• Board Functions and Individual Commissioner’s Roles: An Overview
• Commissioner’s Role, Responsibility and Relationships: Community Stakeholders
• Commissioner’s Role, Responsibility and Relationships: Stewardship – the Public Trust
• Commissioner’s Role, Responsibility and Relationships: Intra-Organizational Issues
• Board Composition and Dynamics: Building Productive and Effective Working Relationships
• Board Governance
• Conclusion: The End of the Beginning
• Closing Remarks
• Post-Assessment and Program Evaluation

Ethics and the Housing and Community Development Commissioner (Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning): 
Ethics plays a significant role in the life of a commissioner.  This seminar increases the commissioner's understanding of professional conduct guidelines, and the ability to recognize and appropriately address ethics-related issues and problems that may occur.  Participants learn about industry laws and regulations that may impact ethical conduct, and how to build capacity as a board member.  This course, intended for the new commissioner and a refresher for the veteran, uses practical applications and skills assessment exercises to reinforce ethical concepts. (.65 CEUs)

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