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What HRAs Can Do To Reduce the Impact of a Possible Federal Government Shutdown
Housing Authorities rely on timely transfer of funds from HUD and USDA to effectively run our housing programs. With October 1st the start of a new fiscal year for the federal government, it looks more and more likely that Congress will fail to pass a budget in...
Sample Letter for HRAs re: Cannabis Use at Multifamily Properties
With the recent passage of sweeping laws to permit recreational, adult, use of cannabis products in Minnesota, cannibus use will likely be an issue for HRAs to address with residents. To help our members message effectively around this issue, we have sample letters...
HUGE State Investment in Affordable Housing Brings New Tools & Resources for HRAs
Minnesota NAHRO adopted a legislative agenda based on three priorities: People, Production, and Preservation. Our advocacy efforts shared stories of how important empowering Minnesotans to thrive through increased access to safe and stable homes, increasing the supply...
HUD Issues NSPIRE National Standards for Comment – NAHRO provides in depth analysis
HUD recently published its Request for Comments: National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) and Associated Protocols in the Federal Register. The request for public comment is focused specifically on the inspection standards associated with...
2024 Calendar of Events
Minnesota NAHRO looks forward to seeing you at one or more of our many in 2024. Mark your calendar for these trainings that will ensure your staff are ready for the many new program requirements issued by HUD under HOTMA and NSPIRE. These trainings will be offered in...
Eviction Update for Public Housing
To assist our members who operate public housing, we are providing an important reminder to highlight a required update to a complaint when an eviction is filed in certain circumstances. You may want to remind your legal counsel of this new requirement effective...
CONNECT LEARN ENGAGE at Minnesota NAHRO’s Spring Symposium: May 22-24 in Grand Rapids
Join us May 22-24 for our Spring Symposium at Sugar Lake Lodge in the beautiful northwoods just outside of Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Our symposium features three interactive workshops that will offer in depth learning opportunities while building your network amongst...
Minnesota NAHRO is excited to offer an online series tailored specifically for Housing Authority Commissioners. Our Online Commissioner Series will feature five sessions that cover the multifaceted role of a commissioner in a easy to access online format. WHEN: Each...
Happy New Year & Join Us in 2023!
MMinnesota NAHRO will continue to deliver on our mission by providing advocacy and professional development to the affordable housing community. As a member of Minnesota NAHRO, you will receive discounts on events and access to member only resources. Look for these...
December 5th Housing Update
With the holidays just around the corner, Congress is busy trying to get a budget passed before the end of CR on December 16th. This member update has an action alert for the federal lame duck session.
Minnesota NAHRO 2023 Professional Development Calendar
Professional development events happening for Minnesota NAHRO in 2023.
Online Maintenance Series Begins Nov 9th
Join Minnesota NAHRO for our online series tailored specifically for maintenance staff, maintenance supervisors & property managers. We kick off our series November 9th with a session on de-escalation techniques for maintenance staff brought to you by the experts...
2023 Fair Market Rents Published & Request to Reevaluate Due 10/3
HUD published the new Fair Market Rents for 2023 which are used by the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program to determine the payment standard & determine the amount of rental assistance a family in the program may receive in a certain area. This year HUD altered...
Pass Timely, Robust Funding for HUD Programs – August Advocacy Week 5
Our final week of August Advocacy in HERE! Congress should provide full funding of affordable housing and community development programs to meet the needs of the nation’s communities. In the current affordable housing crisis, it is more important than ever for...
Rent Calc for HCV & Public Housing National Training
Great Price & Includes Full Conference BenefitsOctober 12-14: Madden’s Conference Center Join Minnesota NAHRO for this in person 2-day training on rent calculations for both the public housing and housing choice voucher staff. The seminar has been carefully...
Accepting Nominations for Fall Awards
Do You Know The Next Award Winner? Minnesota NAHRO honors its leaders in the affordable housing industry each fall to recognize the great work of our members. This Fall we will present the Conrad Rettmer Commissioner Award and the Outstanding Achievement Award at our...
