Homes for All 2010 featured outstanding keynote and plenary sessions and
17 dynamic workshop sessions. Several of the sessions included PowerPoint presentations. Click on the links below to view the presentations. (Note: If a session does not have a link, no PowerPoint was provided.)
Homes for All 2010
Conference Agenda
Monday, November 8, 2010 | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
8 to 9 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
9 to 10:15 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Plenary
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Twitter Hashtag: #AMPlenary
Building Sustainable Communities – Federal Initiatives
Amy Klobuchar, U.S. Senator (D-MN)
Keith Ellison, U.S. Representative (DFL-MN)
Erik Paulsen, U.S. Representative (R-MN)
Gary Cunningham, Northwest Area Foundation (moderator)
10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Break & Exhibits
View over 40+ exhibitors and oral history/photography project “Homeless is my Address, Not my Name”
10:45 a.m. to Noon Morning Breakout Sessions
(Choose One of Nine)
Financing the Preservation and Creation of Affordable Housing in Minnesota
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Twitter Hashtag: #AffordHousing
Bob Odman, Assistant Commissioner Multifamily, Minnesota Housing, retired (facilitator)
Tim Thompson, Housing Preservation Project
Becky Rom, Twin Cities Community Land Bank
The presenters will discuss and identify strategies and investment opportunities along transit corridors as well as preservation strategies for subsidized affordable housing in the Twin Cities. The audience will participate in developing final recommendations for the Governor-elect on several topics, including: the contrast of underwriting models such as market-rate debt versus long-term affordability, rural development subsidized properties at risk of mortgage prepayment or deterioration, HUD properties with maturing mortgages or those facing default and foreclosure, and the impact of federal initiatives on Minnesota’s properties.
Housing Plus: Services and Sustainable Communities
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Twitter Hashtag: #HousingPlus
Julie Brekke, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Sarah Koschinska, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Ken Nelson, Digital Divide Initiative
Amanda Herbst, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Peter Elwell, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Joan Bennett, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Martha Malinski, St. Catherine University
Dan Meyer, St. Louis Park Police
This session highlights Project for Pride in Living’s (PPL) holistic community development approach. PPL’s core service-enriched and supportive housing activities will be discussed, along with three significant partnerships they have established in distinct geographic clusters in the Twin Cities. Featured partnerships include: University of Minnesota on digital access issues; St. Louis Park Police on community building; and the College of St. Catherine on sustainable volunteer involvement and mobile technology. Best practices will be documented to accompany a policy recommendation on holistic community development.
Revitalizing Housing in Urban Neighborhoods: The Frogtown Experience
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Twitter Hashtag: #RevHousing
Barbara McCormick, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Matt Soucek, Project for Pride in Living, Inc.
Jill Henricksen, Greater Frogtown Community Development Corporation
This session will focus on a collaborative with Greater Frogtown CDC and Project for Pride in Living to rehab vacant and foreclosed properties in St. Paul’s Frogtown neighborhood for rental to lower income households. Presenters will outline the approach, review challenges, and focus on policy-level changes that may be helpful in enabling other community developers to develop rental programming with funding that has largely been utilized for homeownership programming to date.
We Can End Homelessness in Minnesota – A Community Campaign
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Twitter Hashtag: #EndHomeless
Mike Manhard, Metrowide Engagement on Shelter and Housing (facilitator)
Liz Kuoppala, Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless
Laura Kadwell, Heading Home Minnesota
Richard Hooks Wayman, Hearth Connection
Cathy ten Broeke, Heading Home Hennepin
George Stone, Corporation for Supportive Housing, Minnesota
This workshop will describe a new multi-year campaign to prevent and end homelessness in Minnesota. The campaign brings together leaders of local and statewide initiatives and will focus on educating political leaders and influencers to make decisions that will end homelessness in our communities. Session leaders will demonstrate the progress communities have made in addressing homelessness in urban and rural areas of the state and review best practices for bringing successful projects to scale.
Homes for Health and Healthy Homes: Voicing the Vision
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Twitter Hashtag: #HomesForHealth
Thomas Kottke, MD, HealthPartners (facilitator)
Karen Clark, Representative, State of Minnesota
Connie Bernardy, Active Living Ramsey Communities
Nicolaas Pronk, Ph.D., HealthPartners
Michael Trangle, M.D. HealthPartners
Carissa Duke, Live Smoke Free
Abigail Katz, PhD. HealthPartners (synthesizer)
This workshop will focus on the intersection of three major issues where housing affects health: mental health, the built community environment, and smoke-free subsidized housing. Guided by a panel of policy, community, and clinical experts, breakout groups will focus on key questions related to the three focus areas. Brainstorming, strategy formulation, and discussion will be documented during the breakouts and synthesized following the workshop. A key product of the session will be a vision statement focusing on policy recommendations regarding the interrelated content areas around the key intersections of housing and health.
Local Policy and Politics: Affordable Housing Strategies for Greater Minnesota
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Twitter Hashtag: #GreaterMN
Warren Hanson, Greater Minnesota Housing Fund (facilitator)
Tim Flathers, Headwaters Housing Development Corporation
Rick Goodemann, Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership
Cheryal Lee Hills, Region Five Development Commission
What are greater Minnesota regions and communities doing to meet the affordable housing needs of the 21st Century? This workshop will focus on cost-effective housing policies, strategies, and collaboration in greater Minnesota as communities across the state struggle to create and preserve affordable housing amidst the current recession, cuts in Local Government Aid (LGA), and increasing local budget deficits. At this session, presenters will discuss how state, local, and regional politics play a role in the development of important financing tools (such as HRA/EDA levies) and how collaboration and integrated comprehensive land use planning establishes the greatest opportunity to align the investment of scarce federal, state, and local resources. Panelists will facilitate a conversation about how these models can be replicated in other communities to increase regional collaboration, foster civic engagement, and create efficiencies by aligning resources for affordable housing and sustainable communities.
Getting It Done: Transit Oriented Districts and Walkable Communities
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Twitter Hashtag: #TranWalk
Gretchen Nicholls, Twin Cities LISC (facilitator)
Lucy Thompson, Saint Paul PED
David VanHattum, Transit for Livable Communities
Jonathan Sage-Martinson, Central Corridor Funders Collaborative
What can be done to strengthen the local implementation of transit-oriented districts along the existing and emerging light rail, bus transit, and commuter lines in the region? In early 2010, a series of workshops was held to gather ideas among individuals with diverse perspectives, including urban and suburban, local and regional, private and public, business and resident, and developer and community interests. Workshop topics included: 1) Infrastructure and the Public Realm; 2) Connecting Land Use and Transportation—Overcoming Regulatory Obstacles; 3) Equitable Development and Community Benefits; and 4) Financing Transit Oriented Districts—Building Public/Private Partnerships. At this session, presenters will share the findings from the series and examples of successful transit-oriented development. Presenters will facilitate a conversation about how to move this work forward regionally.
Why Low-Income Families Move: It’s Not Just About Housing
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Twitter Hashtag: #WhyMove
Ed Goetz, University of Minnesota – CURA
Kim Skobba, Skobba Consulting
The housing experiences of low-income families are markedly different from those of middle-income families. Middle-income families typically move in the direction of greater housing security, while low-income families tend to move frequently and have a high incidence of forced moves. This session will provide an overview of a recent study on the long-term housing experiences, or housing careers, of low-income families and the influence of housing assistance on their housing experiences. The study collected original data from 45 low-income families. The results of the study will serve as a launching point for a discussion about how current housing policies are working, or not, and what more could be done to ensure low-income families achieve housing stability.
Moving Forward In Faith: Organizing for Justice in 2011
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Twitter Hashtag: #ForwardFaith
Jodi Nelson, MICAH
Elizabeth Olson, Churches United in Ministry
Heidi Johnson McAllister, Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness
Jenny Mason, Plymouth Church Neighborhood Foundation
Faith communities are integral to building the public and political support needed to advance affordable housing solutions. This workshop will focus on the creative organizing models used to engage faith communities. The moderator will provide a brief framework for organizing and mobilizing faith communities. Representatives from urban, suburban, and rural congregations will present case studies on successful strategies that have engaged congregational members. Small groups will use a development tool to create message and action plans for engaging members of their faith communities to ensure that affordable housing is a top priority for the new Governor-elect and legislators during the 2011 session.
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Luncheon Keynote Address
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Twitter Hashtag: #ShaunDonovan
Secretary Shaun Donovan, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Remarks: Commissioner Dan Bartholomay, Minnesota Housing
Introduction: Representative Keith Ellison, U.S. House of Representatives
1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Afternoon Breakout Sessions
(Choose One of Eight)
Sustainable Homes for All
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Twitter Hashtag: #SustainableHomes
Janne Flisrand, Minnesota Green Communities
Rosemary Dolata, Aeon
Rick Goodemann, Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership
The way we design, build, rehabilitate, and maintain affordable homes impacts the sustainability of families, neighborhoods, and communities. This session will utilize the lessons learned from the Minnesota Green Communities initiative to explore the connections between affordable housing and sustainable communities and to develop a vision statement that calls for expansion of green, affordable housing throughout Minnesota. Presenters will share examples of green affordable housing, provide resident testimonials, detail the benefits of green affordable housing, and identify opportunities to provide green affordable homes for all.
Transforming Rental Assistance
Twitter Hashtag:#RentalAssistance
Secretary Shaun Donovan, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Jon Gutzmann, Saint Paul Public Housing Agency
Chip Halbach, Minnesota Housing Partnership
HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan will provide an overview of the Transforming Rental Assistance (TRA) initiative. The TRA initiative is one of the signature efforts of the current HUD administration to develop “a reliable, long-term solution to preserve affordable housing, support housing reinvestment and neighborhood stabilization efforts, and to bring enhanced opportunity and choice to residents.” Secretary Donovan will present on its status, the purpose and substance of policy change included in the initiative, its reception to date, and key issues that have surfaced in Congress and with key constituencies. Minnesota experts will respond with their reactions to the TRA proposal.
Transitways: Community Advocates Impact Equitable Access and Development
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Twitter Hashtag: #Transitways
Russ Adams, Alliance for Metropolitan Stability (facilitator)
Geoff Maas, Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy
Dave Van Hattum, Transit for Livable Communities
Carol Swanson, District Council’s Collaborative
Metric Giles, Greater Frogtown CDC
This workshop will focus on the victories community advocates have recently won for otherwise under-represented communities along the Central Corridor and transitways in the region. Presenters will discuss principals of equity such as the negative effects of gentrification on neighborhoods and opportunities to link transit, work, and housing to build thriving communities. Presenters will share successes and best practices and discuss the work that remains to be done to ensure agreements are implemented and decision makers are held accountable, along with plans for future community involvement. The session will also include a discussion of the coordination of public investments along transitways and the need for thoughtful and active participation from low-income people and communities of color.
All Children Deserve Safety, Opportunity, & Connection
Twitter Hashtag: #ChildrenDeserve
Kirsten Anderson-Stembridge, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (facilitator)
Deborah Schlick, Affirmation Options Coalition (facilitator)
Sharon Henry-Blythe, Family Supportive Housing Center
Marcie Jefferys, Children’s Defense Fund
A homeless child is too likely to grow up and be homeless as an adult. In fact, we know through the 2009 Wilder Research study that nearly one in four homeless adults first experienced homelessness as children. Access to consistent childcare as infants and toddlers, and access to innovative programs that focus on the needs of school age children and youth transitioning into adulthood, are important strategies to help children and youth fend off some of the deeper trauma of homelessness and break the vicious cycle. Join in this workshop session to learn about important research and strategies and evaluate and advance priority reforms to effectively support our most vulnerable children and youth.
More than Housing: Comprehensive Community Development & Collaboration
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Twitter Hashtag: #CompComm
Pam Kramer, Duluth LISC
Keith Hamre, City of Duluth
Angie Miller
Jeff Corey, Northern Communities Land Trust
Kristin Ridgewell
Duluth was selected as a Sustainable Communities (SC) demonstration site and this session will share how this model can be used by other communities throughout the state. Through this selection, Duluth LISC leveraged a $100,000 grant to raise over $6.1 million to support a community where both people and places prosper. Presenters will describe some of the innovative strategies and collaborations used for building healthy, sustainable communities, including Quality of Life plans and the At Home Duluth collaborative. Neighborhood case studies highlighting resident engagement strategies and demonstrating the alignment of housing with economic development and other community interests will be shared.
Ensuring a Fair Recovery
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Twitter Hashtag: #FairRecovery
Mark Ireland, Housing Preservation Project—Foreclosure Relief Law Project
Tim Thompson, Housing Preservation Project
Jane Bowman, Housing Preservation Project
David Snyder, Housing Preservation Project
In 2009, Congress passed an economic recovery bill to create jobs and help communities impacted by the foreclosure crisis and economic recession. Similarly, state and local governments and foundations are undertaking foreclosure recovery initiatives. However, there is no uniform Fair Recovery standard that stakeholders use to evaluate where and how resources are spent, nor is there a tool to ensure that funds are indeed utilized in areas of greatest need. This workshop will provide case studies on how other communities are ensuring a fair recovery. Participants will contribute to creating a vision for what a fair recovery would look like in Minnesota.
Senior Housing and Long-term Care: What Should the Future Hold?
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Twitter Hashtag: #SeniorHomes
Stacy Becker, Becker Consulting
Eric Schubert, Ecumen
Larhae Knatterud, Department of Human Services
Carolyn Olson, Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation
The number of Minnesotans aged 65-84 will more than double by 2030, and the number of 85 or older will nearly triple. When asked where they want to live as they age, most seniors will say “at home.” However, most seniors face the prospect of needing help to stay in their home. What is the relationship between long-term care and housing? How should housing policies work in parallel with health and long-term care policies to the greatest benefit? What policies are needed to ensure that housing and long-term care financing are aligned?
A multi-disciplinary panel will examine issues and policies unique to seniors and the expanding need for housing choices for this growing population.
Local Policies in Support of a Full Range of Housing Choices
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Twitter Hashtag: #HousingChoices
Cathy Bennett, ULI Minnesota/Regional Council of Mayors
Mayor Steve Lampi, City of Brooklyn Park
Mayor Mike Maguire, City of Eagan
Mark Ulfers, Dakota County CDA
Barbara Dacy, Washington County HRA
Presenters will share an overview of the ULI MN/Regional Council of Mayors Housing Initiative with a focus on community change data. Panelists will describe how suburban mayors are responding to changing demographics and market demand and how communities are using the initiative’s data to help achieve local housing goals. The discussion will also focus on innovative ways to empower leaders with effective talking points around the importance of a full range of housing choices aligned with employment and transportation.
2:45 to 3:15 p.m.
Break & Exhibits
View over 40+ exhibitor and oral history/photography project “Homeless is my Address, Not my Name”
3:15 to 4:30 p.m.
Afternoon Plenary Session
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Building Sustainable Communities – Minnesota Style
Elizabeth Kautz, Mayor, City of Burnsville
Patrick Geraghty, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Steve O’Neil, Commissioner, St. Louis County
Shar Knutson, AFL-CIO
Lee Sheehy, The McKnight Foundation (moderator)
4:30 to 6 p.m. (Program at 5)
Governor’s Reception and Policy Recommendations Roll Call
Featuring T. Mychael Rambo
Join us for a networking reception and an exciting, interactive presentation and roll call of the policy recommendations from the different breakout sessions. The new Minnesota Governor-elect will be invited to give his first major policy address to this engaged and enthusiastic audience of housing and community leaders from across the state. Emmy Award winning actor, vocalist, arts educator, and community organizer T. Mychael Rambo will both emcee the program and perform for the audience. |
