Calendar of Events

Section 184 Lender Training
Fargo, ND

The training will provide a lender certification training on the Federal requirements for the administration of the Section 184 Native American Loan Program. The one day training will be provided by ONAP National Office of Loan Guarantee experts and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. More details are in this Fargo flyer.

Training Location:
Ramada Plaza, Fargo, ND
1635 42nd Street South
Fargo, ND 58103

There is no registration fee for this training. For more information
email Oswald.S.Scantlebury@hud.gov. Register online.

Greener Homes National Summit
Peppermill Hotel Casino
Reno, NV

The Greener Homes National Summit is a 3-day conference designed to foster discussions that will promote energy efficient Tribal homes and communities; and encourage economic development of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency technologies. The conference will include sessions such as the following:

• Energy Efficiency and Your Home
• Conducting Energy Assessments
• Developing a Green Community
• Financing Alternative Energy Projects
• Alternative Energy Sources and Building Materials

Conference Registration is FREE! Register and receive logistical information online. Select Greener Homes National Summit Government room rate is available until August 8, 2010, at (800) 282-2444 - Group Code: GHUDNAP

Contact Laura Masterson at (202) 393-6400 or e-mail lmasterson@firstpic.org for more information.

Environmental Review
Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn
Rapid City, SD

Learn the ins and outs of environmental review! This 3-day training will offer IHBG Grantees the skills to successfully carry out an environmental review. Training will include detailed instructions on meeting the legislative and regulatory requirements of environmental review, assistance in devising standard procedures for conducting and documenting an environmental review, specific instruction for carrying out environmental review responsibilities, key steps in the environmental review process. As we answer questions common to the environmental review process, tribes will be encouraged to share advice and best practices, to help you avoid common pitfalls. Registration.

ICDBG NOFA Training - Albuquerque, NM

HUD New Mexico Field Office
625 Silver Avenue, SW
Albuquerque, NM

To register, contact Ana Rosas at (505) 346-6923, or by e-mail at ana.m.rosas@hud.gov

ICDBG NOFA Training - Phoenix, AZ

SWONAP Office
1 North Central Avenue
Suite 600
Phoenix, AZ

To register, contact Audra Ouellette at (602) 379-7205, or by e-mail at audra.j.ouellette@hud.gov

Establishing Native American Community Youth Organizations in Indian Country workshop
Seattle, WA

The training will provide introductory information to TDHEs, tribal leaders, and community representatives who wish to:

• Explore the feasibility of starting, promoting, and supporting youth development programs (Boys & Girls Club, Police Athletic League, etc.) for Indian youth on or near tribal land.
• Gain an understanding of the organizational relationships between TDHEs, Tribal organizations, and national youth development organizations.
• Review HUD and other funding sources to support establishing local youth development programs to serve Indian youth.
• Learn from the experience of existing youth development programs on or near Indian Lands which are successfully serving the needs of Indian youth to benefit the community.

The program will include a site visit to see a thriving Native American Boys & Girls Club in operation.

The site for this workshop is to be announced soon.

Alaska Federation of Natives Annual Convention 2010
Anchorage Alaska

More information or call: 907.274.3611

Construction Administration - Southern Plains/Northern Plains
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Tulsa, OK

Learn how to manage construction in Native communities from the drafting table to the grand opening! This 2-day training will offer IHBG Grantees the skills to understand the process of construction administration. Training topics include basic skills, reading schematics and drawings, understanding the project manual, contracting, construction, and closeout. Topics of special interest include contracting for rehabilitation work and also special procurement and construction issues such as design-build, force account, small purchase, and non-competitive. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on group exercises that are designed to turn theoretical knowledge into daily practice.

Registration

Greener Homes Regional Training
Hilton Garden Inn
Portsmouth, NH

These 2-day trainings offer HUD, tribes, and tribally designated housing entity staff an opportunity to learn more about energy conservation, indoor air quality, and mold and moisture Issues in Indian housing. The informational sessions cover topics such as indoor air quality, ventilation, insulation, foundations, energy efficiency and Energy Star appliances and standards, development of renewal energy sources, partnerships/financing, and other important topics. Tailored to each region, the sessions frequently feature local speakers who can discuss partnership, program, or funding opportunities.

More details and registration

Procurement for NAHASDA-Funded Purchasing, Contracting, and Other Activities: AKONAP
Captain Cook Hotel
Anchorage, AK

Training participants at all experience levels will gain the confidence and knowledge to conduct efficient and effective procurement that complies with HUD and other funding source requirements. This 3-day training addresses both management and construction development procurement. Training topics will range from careful preplanning and the basics of purchasing to unique factors in tribal housing purchasing, the practical how-to's of procurement planning and policy development, as well as specific regional issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on group exercises that are designed to turn theoretical knowledge into daily practice. Registration.

*Please note, immediately following this training, there is a Construction Administration training (November 18-19) at the Captain Cook Hotel.

Construction Administration - Alaska
Captain Cook Hotel
Anchorage, AK

Learn how to manage construction in Native communities from the drafting table to the grand opening! This 2-day training will offer IHBG Grantees the skills to understand the process of construction administration. Training topics include basic skills, reading schematics and drawings, understanding the project manual, contracting, construction, and closeout. Topics of special interest include contracting for rehabilitation work and also special procurement and construction issues such as design-build, force account, small purchase, and non-competitive. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on group exercises that are designed to turn theoretical knowledge into daily practice. Registration.

*Please note, immediately preceding this training, there is a Procurement training (November 15-17) at the Captain Cook Hotel.

Environmental Review
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Tulsa, OK

Learn the ins and outs of environmental review! This 3-day training will offer IHBG Grantees the skills to successfully carry out an environmental review. Training will include detailed instructions on meeting the legislative and regulatory requirements of environmental review, assistance in devising standard procedures for conducting and documenting an environmental review, specific instruction for carrying out environmental review responsibilities, key steps in the environmental review process. As we answer questions common to the environmental review process, tribes will be encouraged to share advice and best practices, to help you avoid common pitfalls. Registration.

"Save the Date" HUD Leveraging Finance Training
Oklahoma City, OK - more details to come soon.

Greener Homes Regional Training
Morongo Resort and Spa
Cabazon, CA

These 2-day trainings offer HUD, tribes, and tribally designated housing entity staff an opportunity to learn more about energy conservation, indoor air quality, and mold and moisture Issues in Indian housing. The informational sessions cover topics such as indoor air quality, ventilation, insulation, foundations, energy efficiency and Energy Star appliances and standards, development of renewal energy sources, partnerships/financing, and other important topics. Tailored to each region, the sessions frequently feature local speakers who can discuss partnership, program, or funding opportunities.

More details and registration

Training Location:
Morongo Resort & Spa
49500 Seminole Drive
Cabazon, CA 92230
888.667.6646
Morongo Resort

"Save the Date" HUD Title VI Loan Guarantee Program Training
Minneapolis, MN - more details to come soon.