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Donna Brazile,
Political Commentator; Vice Chair, Democratic National Committee
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Melissa Harris-Lacewell,
Professor, Princeton
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Housing Fairness and the Politics of Change
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Michelle Kaufmann,
AIA, LEED® AP, Founder/Chairman, Michelle Kaufmann Designs |
Prefabricating Sustainable Communities
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Ron Sims,
Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
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Conference Check-In | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 PM
PRECONFERENCE WORKSHOPS | 10:00 – 11:15 AM
 Workshop 1 | Housing 101: The
Rules Have Changed
Presenter: Paul Purcell, Beacon Development Group
What everyone who wants or needs to develop affordable housing must know
about the process, the players, the market, the skills and the vernacular.
An interactive introduction to what it takes to develop much needed
affordable housing in today’s environment.
Workshop 2 | The Evergreen
Sustainable Development Standard:
Implementation After Design
Presenters: Greg Black, State of Washington Department of
Commerce
Jeff Foster, AIA, LEED AP, GGLO
The new ESDS presents challenges for documentation and verification during
the construction process. Part of King County Housing Authority’s
Greenbridge HOPE VI Redevelopment is one of the first projects in the state
to undergo this process and will be halfway complete at the time of this
year’s conference. The presenters will address compliance with the new
standard, lessons learned so far, who does the work, how it is documented,
how Tax Credit and Housing Trust Fund projects differ, and other sustainable
development issues important to developers of affordable housing in
Washington State.
 Workshop 3 | Economic Recovery –
Making it Work for Washington
Moderator: Will Graham, State of Washington Department of Commerce
Presenter: Jack Peters, Community Planning &
Development Director, Seattle Regional Office, HUD
Learn from a panel of stakeholders, agency partners and CTED staff to
describe the strategy and current status for implementing the federal
Recovery Act dollars. Communities across the state will benefit directly
from these resources
through reinvestment in critical programs and through
creation and retention of jobs. This workshop will demonstrate how this
once-in-a-generation opportunity will be implemented to benefit the citizens
of Washington.
OPENING GENERAL SESSION AND LUNCH | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Keynote Speaker
| Donna Brazile, Political Commentator; Vice Chair,
Democratic National Committee
Welcome Remarks:
Karen Miller, Chair, Washington State Housing Finance Commission; Rogers Weed,
Director, State of Washington Department of Commerce
Comments and Introduction: TBD
FOCUS SESSIONS | 1:15 – 2:15 PM
T1 | Community Action & Affordable
Housing in Today’s Political and
 Economic Climate
Presenter: David Bradley, National Community Action Foundation
What is the likely outlook for these programs in the Obama administration
and in the Congress? How will deficits and the sharp political climate
impact these programs? This session will explore these questions and more.
T2 | Affordable Cohousing
Presenter: Grace Kim, Schemata Workshop
 Cohousing is a supportive, community-focused alternative historically for
upper middle class. Ample common spaces including guest rooms, kids play
areas, wood shops and meal programs make this option strong for seniors and
young families. Many people have been unable to afford the purchase price of
cohousing homes. Learn how communities have started collaborating with local
non-profit housing operators and social service agencies to incorporate
affordable units into developments
 T3 | Permanently Affordable
Homeownership and Evolving CLT Strategy
handouts are available online for
this session
Moderator: Paul Schissler, Kulshan Community Land Trust
Panelists: Roger Lewis, Nat’l Community Land Trust
Network
Erika Malone, NW Community Land Trust Coalition
Community land trust (CLT) experts will report from the national and
regional perspective on the latest CLT news regarding permanently affordable
homeownership, “shared equity housing” and the evolving CLT strategy.
 T4
| Access to Capital: How Strong Organizations = Successful Projects
Presenters: Walter Zisette, Common Ground
Melora Hiller, Melora Hiller Consulting
Organizational capacity is now a “threshold” issue for many underwriters at
housing finance agencies. This session will help non-profits to understand the
capacity standards they now must meet in order to obtain project financing from
public agencies, banks, and foundations. Case studies will be used to show the
correlation between capacity building and successful projects.
 T5 | Tapping Financial Incentives
for Affordable Housing
Presenters: Mike Morrison and Nicolo Pinoli, CPA, Novogradac &
Company LLP
Unlock the door to more affordable housing. Numerous incentive are available for
today’s LIHTC projects. Learn how you can capitalize on ARRA and other incentive
programs and credits.
Beverage Break 2:15 – 2:30 PM
FOCUS SESSIONS | 2:30 – 3:30 PM
T6 | National Congressional
Session
Moderator: Washington State Housing Finance Commission
Panelists: Donald P. Chamberlain, Research, Evaluation & Policy Strategist,
Building Changes
Emelie East, Director, City of Seattle Office of Intergovernmental Relations
Renee Rooker, Executive Director, Walla Walla Housing Authority
Lisa Cipollone-Wolters, Director of Housing Advocacy and Rental Assistance
Programs, Seattle Housing Authority
Returning to Housing Washington, U.S. Congressional staff members
responsible for housing policy issues and affordable housing will present
the policies and legislative initiatives of the Congressional members they
serve, and take questions. This is your opportunity to engage with lawmakers
on Congress’ agenda and current priorities as they relate to affordable
housing.
T7 | Preventing and Ending
Homelessness
Presenter: Mary K. Cunningham, Urban Institute
Homelessness is increasing in communities across the country, particularly
among families. The presentation will highlight what works in preventing and
ending homelessness, noting promising and evidence-based strategies. Plus,
learn how communities should track and measure outcomes.
 
T8 | Tapping the 184 Indian Home
Loan Guarantee Program
Presenters: Gordon James, Skokomish Tribe
Paul Johnson, United States Department of Agriculture
Annette Nesse, S’Klallam Tribe
Join in an introduction and discussion of the HUD 184 Indian Home Loan Guarantee
Program as well as a brief presentation on the evolution of home ownership on
tribal land over the past several years. Regional experts will discuss how
tribes are utilizing and benefitting from HUD 184 funding and present a featured
project as a case study. Panelists will also discuss myths about tribal housing
and how the economic downturn has affected tribal housing.
 T9 | Stemming the Tide of
Foreclosures
Presenter: Paul Leonard, Center for Responsible Lending
Foreclosures are at the root of our current economic crisis. What could we
have done to prevent the mortgage meltdown, and what should do to prevent a
similar crisis from recurring?
T10 | Small
but Powerful Spaces
Presenter: Richard Kenney, AIA, Cool Green
Cabin, LLC
 Excessive
square footage is inefficient, unsustainable, and too easy! A well-considered
small space is a design challenge and has many advantages beyond first cost.
This session will put an emphasis on salvage/re-use.
Beverage Break with Exhibitors 3:30 - 4:15 PM
GENERAL SESSION | 4:15 – 5:15 PM
Keynote
Speaker | Michelle Kaufmann, AIA, LEED®
 AP, Founder +
Chairman, Michelle Kaufmann Designs |
Prefabricating Sustainable Communities This keynote will discuss Michelle Kaufmann Designs’ approach to
building sustainable, affordable communities using unique techniques such as
prefabricated modular construction and prepackaged green solutions.
Comments and Introduction: Senior Representative, Bank of America
VIP NETWORKING RECEPTION WITH EXHIBITORS | 5:15 – 6:30 PM
THE 16th ANNUAL FRIEND OF HOUSING AWARDS | 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Washington’s tradition of excellence in affordable housing is
exemplified through the efforts of individuals and organizations around the
state that are committed to improving access to affordable housing and enhancing
the quality of life for its residents. Each year, the Washington State Housing
Finance Commission honors individuals and organizations throughout Washington
for their contributions in providing affordable housing to low- and
moderate-income residents of Washington at the annual Friend of Housing
Awards ceremony.
Conference Check-In 7:30 AM – Noon
Breakfast with Exhibitors | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
GENERAL SESSION | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
 Keynote
| Melissa Harris-Lacewell, Professor, Princeton
University |
Housing Fairness and the Politics of Change
The current mortgage crisis and economic downturn are dramatically
altering the housing landscape within American politics. Fair housing advocates
have already generated models that can help move the nation forward in this time
of crisis. Learn what those models teach you about this era of political change.
Comments and Introduction: Senior Representative, U.S. Bank
 FOCUS SESSIONS | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
W1 | Transportation and Housing:
Implementing California’s Climate Change Legislation
Presenter: Julie Spezia, Housing California
California’s groundbreaking climate legislation has serious implications for
local planning and may increase the supply of land zoned for multi-family
housing. Learn what housing advocates are doing to make the most of this
opportunity.
 W2 | Federal Housing Policy and
Its Likely Impacts
Presenter: David K. Min, Center For American Progress
This session will discuss the housing-related policies of the Obama
administration and the Democratic Congress since they took over at the
beginning of 2009, and their likely impacts on housing affordability.
W3
| British Columbia’s Response to Homelessness
Presenter: Shayne Ramsay, BC Housing
 Explore the Province of British Columbia’s response to homelessness. The
strategy includes a range of activities from homeless outreach services,
shelters and transitional housing with support services.
W4 | Green Rehab and Operation and
Maintenance Toolkits
Presenters: Erin Camarena, AICP, LEED AP, CGBP, Local Initiatives Support
Corporation
  Joanne T. Quinn, Office of Housing, City of Seattle
Every existing affordable property can benefit from doing a green rehab or
adopting green O&M practices. Asset managers, property managers, and
maintenance staff will walk away with specific ideas regarding
cost-effective and high-impact green rehab, and operation and maintenance
strategies that will help ensure your properties are successful high
performers.
 W5 | Sustainable Design: The
100-Year Challenge
Presenter: John deChadenedes, King County Housing Finance Program
Our challenge is to increase the supply and the quality of affordable
housing, given limited resources and growing need. Learn how truly
sustainable design is the next frontier in this field.
Beverage Break 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
FOCUS SESSIONS | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
W6 | State Legislative Session
Moderator: Washington State Housing Finance Commission
Participants: Members of the State Legislature Housing Committees
The state legislative leadership will report on Washington’s housing agenda
for 2010. Members of a bipartisan mix from the Senate Consumer Protection
and Housing Committee, and the House Housing Committee of the Washington
State Legislature will participate in an interactive discussion of key
housing issues.
 W7 | Walkable Urbanism; A Shift in
the Market
Presenter: Christopher Leinberger, Metropolitan Policy Program, Brookings
Institution
As a private developer, Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution, and a
professor at the University of Michigan, Leinberger will explore how the
real estate market is shifting from a suburban, car oriented model to an
urban, pedestrian oriented one. He will discuss how this shift impacts
affordable housing and planning.
 W8 | Five Fundamentals for
Expanding 50+ Affordable Housing
Presenter: Margaret A. Wylde, Ph.D., ProMatura Group, LLC
Explore five fundamentals to deliver quality affordable 50+ housing:
lifetime design, service systems, efficient technologies, flexibility for
innovation, and customer intelligence to ensure programs deliver on the
premise; it’s not housing, it’s home.
  W9 | Building Assets with
Manufactured Housing
Presenters:
Kathryn Gwatkin Goulding, Corporation for Enterprise Development
Brigid Flynn-Sevier, State of Washington Department of
Commerce
Manufactured housing, home to 17 million Americans, is a critical source of
affordable housing. Yet, it is often regarded as part of the affordable
housing problem rather than a solution. Learn how practitioners in
Washington and around the country are working to dismantle stereotypes,
preserve affordable homeownership and help owners of manufactured homes
build assets.
W10 | Sustainable and Affordable:
Case Studies That Achieve Both
Presenters: Robert Leykam, AIA, Mithun
Tammie Schacher, AIA, Mithun
As designers and developers, we know that the need for affordable housing is
on the rise, but the outcomes of an unstable economy shouldn’t sway our
attention from the realities of climate change. Mithun is at the forefront
of innovative design in affordable housing for a variety of scales and
densities. See three very different affordable, sustainable solutions
including Sustainable Homes on Lopez, a net zero community on Lopez Island;
the Seasonal Housing Prototype, freestanding modular units for seasonal
workers in Washington state; and Inhabit, an urban modular apartment
community in downtown Seattle.
 CLOSING GENERAL SESSION AND LUNCH | 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Keynote
| Ron Sims, Deputy Secretary, US Department of
Housing & Urban Development
Comments and Introduction: Senior Representative, Chase
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