Housing Colorado offers educational Brown Bag Speakers, Webinars, Site Tours, Forums and popular networking events in the Denver area for an audience of approximately 75-150 affordable housing professionals on a wide range of housing trends, tools and developments. We collaborate with regional communities to present programs available online and accessible outside of the Denver Metro area.

May 2013
Efficient Living in Smaller Spaces, Presented by Michael Fiebig, SBSA
Friday, May 17th from 11:30- 1:30
Volunteers of America
2660 Larimer Street, Denver, 80205
Free for Housing Colorado members

Post WWII, a time when gas was $0.25 gallon, electric bills weren’t increasing heart rates and watering lawns didn’t drain your wallet, the American housing economy was prosperous. Materials, energy and land were inexpensive resulting in the construction of larger and larger homes. But as we all know, this trend wasn’t destined to continue on and certainly wasn’t sustainable for affordable housing. Recently, a new movement has emerged: smart planning and design in smaller spaces. Join Michael Fiebig, R.A., AIA, LEED GA from SBSA, as we explore examples and show how modern homes can be efficient in less square footage. Michael’s experience in multifamily and single family housing will set the stage of an informative luncheon on just how this movement can impact the affordable housing community.

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Sponsored by: WORKSHOP8




January 2013
Energy Efficiency Upgrades in Affordable Housing
Friday, January 25, 2013 from 11:30 am -- 1:30 pm
Presented by Ravi Malhotra, President, iCAST
Rick Garcia, Regional Administrator, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Cris White, Executive Director and CEO, CHFA
Palace Construction, 7 South Galapago Street, Denver.

Affordability is a matter of not just rent but also utilities. If you have residents who are paying as much or more each month for utilities as they do for rent, its perhaps not affordable housing anymore. To increase affordability, there may not be much you can do about the rent but you can reduce the utility bills. Energy costs will only increase in the future, so what you do now to reduce utility cost will provide more and more benefits in the future. For owners paying utilities, reduction in utility costs from energy efficiency improvements can add to the operating budget cash-flow for the next 20 years. There are proven processes that will reduce your energy consumption and create a safe and comfortable environment for your residents. We will share with you the potential ways to improve your facility, so you can reduce your utility bills without having to outlay capital costs.
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February 2013
2013 Day Under the Dome
Thursday, February 28th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Denver Consistory, 1370 Grant Street

Housing Colorado is your voice in the state legislature, and our 2013 Day Under the Dome is your chance to be heard! Join us for an informative day covering the most relevant timely topics in affordable housing, including state budget and critical funding programs, current legislation, and hot topics such as foreclosure and the connection between housing and community health. We have lined up a series of subject matter experts, elected officials and policy leaders who will leave you motivated and equipped with the tools necessary to influence change. Whether you’re a seasoned housing advocate or a motivated newcomer, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to learn about legislative priorities for housing and effective strategies for shaping the public dialogue. This is your chance to educate our leaders on the crucial role affordable housing plays in our Colorado economy, our communities and beyond!

March 2013
How Low Income Housing Will Fare in the Federal Budget Battles of 2013: What Coloradans Can Do to Improve the Outlook
Presented by Sheila Crowley, Executive Director of NLIHC
Tuesday, March 12 from 11:00 am to Noon
Online Webinar

Sheila Crowley, Executive Director of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, will present an informative update on federal issues. With the start of a new term and pressing fiscal issues at the federal level, attendees will learn how these developments will impact the development and preservation of affordable housing.
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Sponsored by: Mile High Community Loan Fund

April 2013
Forum featuring a site tour of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Renaissance West End Flats
1490 North Zenobia Street, Denver, Colorado 80204
April 25th 3:00 – 4:30 pm, followed by a networking happy hour
Member: $45, Non member: $60
Join us to see first-hand the result of collaboration and innovative design in affordable housing development! The Renaissance West End Flats development features cutting edge, integrated facilities and a new model for providing housing and supportive services to meet the unique needs of residents. Save the date for this fascinating behind the scenes tour.

Sponsored by: U.S. Bank


January 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012 - Research Presentation: "Economic Impact of Home"

February 2012
Thursday, February 23rd
Noon-1:30pm
"Lessons On The Road To A State Plan", Gary Sanford
Advisor for Colorado Governor John W. Hickenlooper
Co-Sponsored by Palace Construction and SBSA
To See Gary's Powerpoint Presentation CLICK HERE
2012 Brown Bag Speaker Series. Network. Learn. Discuss. Repeat.

March 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
8:00am - 2:00pm
2012 DAY UNDER THE DOME
Featuring Pat Coyle, DOLA-CDOH
Thanks for participating in a powerful 2012 Day Under The Dome!
More Dome 2012 Information Here.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012
10:00 - 11:00am
2012 Webinar Series Kickoff
Webinar: "Colorado's Veterans At-Risk:Working Together to Provide Homes and Services"
Moderator Alison George, Manager of Housing Programs, CDOH
Panelist Tom Klein, Owner, New Communities LLC and ED, Bo Matthews Center for Excellence
Panelist Dr. Scott Strong, Chief of Homeless and Vocational Programs for the Eastern CO Veterans Health Administration
View Webinar PowerPoint Slides.

April 2012
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
"The New Normal: Development in a Changing Market"
Sponsored By FCI Constructors, Inc.
3:00pm-4:30pm Program
Mile High United Way - Founders Room, 2505 18th Street, Denver, CO 80211
4:30-5:30pm Networking Happy Hour - The Ale House at Amato's
Presenting Panelists:
Jennifer Erixon, Senior VP Real Estate Dvlpmt and Asset Mgmt, Mercy Housing
Jeff Hawks, Principal, Apartment Realty Advisors
David Zucker, LEED AP—Principal, Director of Dvlpmt, Zocalo Dvlpmt and Mgmt
Chuck J. Perry, Managing Partner, Perry Rose LLC
Kim Pardoe, Senior Vice President at The Richman Group
Sponsored by FCI Constructors, Inc.
Thanks to all of our attendees and distinguished panelists!
Housing Colorado and our marketing Partner, The Urban Land Conservancy

May 2012
2012 Brown Bag Speaker Series Event
Thursday, May 24th
“Start Solid, Finish Smart: Upfront Financing Options and Year 15 Issues”
Presenting a Brown Bag discussion focusing on affordable housing development, crucial year 15 stress reduction, advice and insights along with LIHTC Options and Alternatives.
12pm to 1:30pm Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, Administrative Office
Featured Presenters: Katy Breazeale and Marshall Phillips
Principals, Real Estate Consulting with Reznick Group
For more information, visit: HERE.
Start Solid, Finish Smart - Housing Colorado Brown Bag Slides Here
2012 Brown Bag Speaker Series. Network. Learn. Discuss. Repeat.

June 2012
Thank You Housing Colorado Community for Another Sold Out Event!
2012 FORUM Series continues with an exciting Site Visit
Thursday, June 21st, 2012
"Denver's South Lincoln Redevelopment - Mariposa: A Study in Sustainable Success"
3-4:30pm Presentation and Tour - Kimball Crangle, DHA Sr. Developer; Chris Parr, Director of Real Estate Development, DHA and Renee Martinez-Stone, Consultant Team Representative, Large Classroom at "Connections at Mariposa", 1089 Osage St., Denver, CO 80204
SEE THE DHA POWERPOINT HERE!
4:30-5:30 Networking Happy Hour - Buckhorn Exchange "Roofgarten",
Denver's Oldest Restaurant and a National Historic Landmark]
Platinum Sponsor Wells Fargo
Event Co-Sponsored by LEI Companies, Inc. and AMI Mechanical Inc.

August 2012
Thursday, August 23, 2012
2012 FORUM Series Continues
FORUM:“Homeless in Colorado: Data Driven Solutions”
3:00pm-4:30pm PROGRAM
Featuring Gary Sanford, Advisor to Governor Hickenlooper on Housing and Homelessness; Mandy May, Director of Program Evaluations and Quality Assurance, Colorado Coalition for the Homeless - Metro Denver; Lori Rosendahl, Chief Operating Officer, Grand Junction Housing Authority; Jennifer Lopez, Executive Director, Regional Housing Alliance of La Plata County - Southwestern Colorado and Bryce Hach, Executive Director, Homeward 2020 - Fort Collins. Moderated by Alison George, Manager of Housing Programs, Colorado Division of Housing
Leaders from across the state join arms to discuss how innovative, fact-based data collection tools are informing solutions in both urban and rural areas of Colorado as they better identify, engage and support Coloradans presently without a home or at risk of becoming homeless.
Colorado Municipal League at 1144 Sherman Street in Denver, CO 80203
4:30-5:30pm Networking Happy Hour at "The Living Room"
Attendee Agenda, Bios and Handouts
Panelist PowerPoint Notes Format
Panelist PowerPoint Full Screen Format]]
Platinum Sponsor U.S. Bank

September 2012
THANK YOU, HOUSING COLORADO COMMUNITY!
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
2012 Brown Bag Speaker Series continues
"How to Sail Through An Audit"
A room full of professionals gathered on Wednesday to hear answers to their audit questions, alleviate common problems encountered and lower stress levels. Jill Korenek, Partner and Director of Audit Services , JDS Professional Group and Priscilla Fox, Program Compliance Officer, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority provided a fantastic program for folks as they spent their noon hour with colleagues and friends at the Volunteers of America Colorado Branch at 2660 Larimer Street in Denver. BIG thanks go to Platinum Sponsor Chase Bank; Jill and Priscilla; our Facilitator, Lisa Bloomquist, Loan Officer at Mile High Community Loan Fund and member of Housing Colorado's Education Committee and our gracious site host, Volunteers of America-Colorado!
SPEAKER MATERIALS AVAILABLE BELOW
FULL POWERPOINT - Full Screen Format
FULL POWERPOINT - Notes Format
12:00 to 1:30pm
Volunteers of America Colorado Branch, 2660 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80205Platinum Sponsor Chase
2012 Brown Bag Speaker Series. Network. Learn. Discuss. Repeat.

October 2012
THANK YOU, HOUSING COLORADO COMMUNITY!
DOLA-DOH Application Informational Webinar for those applying for DOH Funds
Monday, October 1st, 2012
The Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Division of Housing (DOH) is excited to announce this special Request for Applications (RFA) for Project Basing Housing Choice Vouchers (PBV), Private Activity Bonds (PAB) and Colorado Housing Investment Funds (CHIF). The intent of this RFA is to stimulate the PAB market in Colorado, and create supportive housing for people with special needs. To achieve these two distinct goals, DOH is encouraging applications for any combination of these three sources, with or without gap funding from DOH’s traditional sources.
Housing Colorado hosted this FREE informational webinar for anyone interested in learning more about this grant opportunity and the award process. Allison George and colleagues from the Division of Housing shared information and answered questions.
In case you missed the webinar, the audio for the conference call is recorded and available for playback. Simply call (559) 546-1299 and enter meeting ID 235-743-879 and meeting reference "1". Listen to the call while also scrolling through the powerpoint.
SEE ALISON'S PowerPoint PDF HERE.
Thanks for joining us!

Thanks for another record setting year!
October 9th - October 12th
24th Annual Housing Colorado NOW! Conference
"Homes Today Sustain Tomorrow"
Vail, Colorado
Presenting Sponsor CHFA
Platinum Sponsors
Chase KeyBank U.S. Bank InnovAge Wells Fargo Bank of America Merrill Lynch

November 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
2012 FORUM Series continues
FORUM: Veterans Update 2012 "Beyond Veterans Housing: A Toolkit For Success"
Mile High United Way, Founders' Room
3:00pm-4:30pm Program
4:30-5:30pm Networking with Panelists and Attendees
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Platinum Sponsor




December 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
Holiday Luncheon
Lakewood Country Club
6800 W 10th Ave Lakewood, CO 80215
At the corner of 10th avenue & Pierce Street in Lakewood.
11:00am-1:00pm
Please Note: This Event is for Members Only.
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Payments by Check/Cash: Payments, accompanied by a printed and completed online "Registration Form" (here) should be mailed to Housing Colorado at 225 East 16th Ave, #575, Denver, Colorado, 80203.
Payments must be received on the Wednesday preceding the event unless otherwise noted.