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This session is focused on eligible uses of the Operating Fund program and the Calendar Year 2023 grant submission process in PIH Notice 2022-36. The following topics will be covered in this session: Eligible activities that can be charged to the Operating Fund Operating Fund processing, including walk through of the Operating Fund portal and […]
This session discusses strategies for an effective project maintenance and work order system. The session is focused on how a PHA should be managing and monitoring maintenance and will benefit senior management, project managers, maintenance leads and other agency personnel whose duties deal with maintenance. The session will cover the following topics: Project-based management goals […]
This session provides an overview of the SEMAP process and a drill down of the SEMAP indicators. The session will cover the following topics: SEMAP indicators calculated by HUD – Data sources and indicator calculation methodology SEMAP indicators based on PHA self-assessment – Quality control sample methodology and tracking systems How to submit SEMAP certification […]
PHAs that administer the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher program must be familiar with several HUD systems. This session provides information on the purpose of the following systems, PHA responsibilities, and the general reporting deadlines. Inventory Management System PIH Information Center (IMS/PIC) Modules Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) EPIC System – Capital Fund Program* Operating […]
This session provides information on PHAS and additional metrics that agencies can use to monitor program performance. Specifically, this session will cover the following topics: Information on the four PHAS indicators and related sub-indicators How to calculate the PHA’s score at project and PHA-level and PHA designation Best practices for improving physical, financial, management operations, […]
Board meetings are an essential part of PHA operations and each state has an approved Open Meetings Act (OMA) that agencies are required to follow. This session discusses the Board’s role and how to prepare for and conduct a Board meeting. The following topics will be covered in this session: Items to include in PHA […]
This session will cover the basics of portability. Specifically, the session will cover the following topics: Family eligibility and responsibilities Initial & Receiving PHA responsibilities Portability billing Accounting for portability transactions Portability reporting (PIC, VMS, and FDS)
This session discusses HUD’s procurement guidelines and the available procurement methods with an emphasis on the small purchase and micro-purchase method. The session will also discuss common compliance issues and best practices, including best practices on how to issue clear and effective RFPs.
This session will provide information on the Capital Fund formula and eligible uses of Capital Funds. The following topics will be discussed: Overview of formula used by HUD to determine funding for the Capital Fund and PHA procedures to ensure proper funding Capital fund five-year planning and annual submission requirements Obligation and Expenditure requirements, budget […]
This session is for agencies that have adopted the asset management / COCC model and covers the following topics: Overview of asset management, the COCC framework, and asset management under the cost allocation model The different fee types and rates that the PHA can charge and excess cash calculation Eligible uses of COCC funds and […]
HUD requires PHAs to prepare an Operating Budget for the Public Housing program. While not required, agencies should prepare operating budgets for all programs administered by the PHA (e.g., Housing Choice Voucher, COCC, Rural Development, etc.) In this session, we will discuss: Purpose and HUD’s requirements for the Public Housing Operating Budget Steps in preparing […]
This session will discuss financial management and reporting as well as FDS reporting. The following topics will be covered in this session: Proper accounting for revenues and expenses Calculating restricted net position (RNP) and unrestricted net position (UNP) Accounting for special issues such as fraud and portability Reconciliation of VMS to the FDS Changes in […]