Development, Modernization, and Force Account Construction
September 18 - September 21, 2012
Anchorage, AK
Course Description
This course covers each step of the development and modernization process under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) and the use of Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funds when building new homes or rehabilitating existing homes.
This course covers each step of the development and modernization process under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self‐Determination Act (NAHASDA) and the use of Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funds when building new homes or rehabilitating existing homes. During this course, students will learn about the relevance of the Indian Housing Plan (IHP) and what role that plays in the development and modernization process. Students will also learn about other funding sources that can be used for development and modernization; what role the community can play in planning for future development and modernization projects; how to select a site for development; and how to develop short‐ and long‐range plans and goals to develop a site. Emphasis will placed the importance of proper project planning and design; alternative development techniques; applicable procurement regulations; prioritization of objectives; managing an ongoing modernization program; monitoring techniques; construction management; and finally using the Force Account construction method, including pros and cons, hiring and training, and supervision.
Objectives
- Expand their understanding of NAHASDA, its implementing regulations and program guidance notices with sufficient skill to quickly locate the key regulatory provisions applicable to development and modernization projects.
- Increase their knowledge of the history of tribal housing development and modernization programs to inform development of project management skill building goals.
- Increase their knowledge and understanding of the functions and necessary stages for the development of affordable housing projects (from concept to operations), including but not limited to the specific federal administrative compliance requirements for procurement, contract administration, and environmental reviews applicable to development projects.
- Obtain a basic knowledge of the Force Account method of construction to enable tribal housing programs to implement a program that will provide long‐term employment for the community.
Who Should Attend?
Housing maintenance supervisors, housing development/rehabilitation managers, housing managers, executive directors, deputy directors, procurement staff, contract administrators, finance officers, and other interested housing staff. Housing committee members and housing board members are also encouraged to attend.