Commissioners' Fundamentals-Full Page Slides - Commissioner's Fundamentals

Full Page Slides - Commissioner's Fundamentals

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The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) offers a comprehensive training program titled "Commissioner's Fundamentals," designed to educate commissioners on their roles, responsibilities, and the broader context of housing governance. The program comprises eight modules covering historical perspectives, board governance, agency policies, financial management, relationship building, advocacy, ethics, and future housing trends. <br /><br />Key learning objectives emphasize understanding commissioners' roles, applying governance principles, financial oversight, maintaining ethical standards, supporting organizational goals, and advocating for community housing needs. Participants are engaged through various learning agreements, such as attending all sessions and completing ethics training for certification.<br /><br />The curriculum includes historical insights into housing policies, exploring laws and ordinances governing housing authorities, and outlining commissioners' responsibilities, ranging from policy approval to financial oversight. The program also addresses conflict management, advocacy skills, and current legislative issues affecting housing.<br /><br />A critical component of the training is understanding open meeting laws, executive sessions, ethical boundaries, and navigating conflicts of interest, particularly for resident commissioners. The program emphasizes the importance of advocacy at local, state, and federal levels, encouraging commissioners to communicate effectively about their agencies' roles and impacts.<br /><br />Finally, the training prepares commissioners for future challenges in housing, including asset management and legislative changes. NAHRO encourages ongoing professional development, offering certification for those who complete the course and ethics training. For assistance and additional training inquiries, NAHRO provides contact information for further support.

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