Catalyst Training

This training will focus on a six-step planning process and will feature new information from the recently updated “Creating a Local Disaster Housing Strategy” publication. The webinar will provide guidance on coordinating across local government departments, working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), using data for planning and outreach, and improving collaboration with long-term […]

This training will focus on reducing risks through disaster preparedness and strengthening local plans. A substantial body of research shows that disaster recovery aid favors homeowners, often neglecting the immediate and long-term needs of renters. This webinar will share insights from a new HUD-funded disaster recovery research initiative implemented by UCF, UF, BDO (formerly HORNE), […]

Fixing the Gap in Affordable Housing: While rental assistance vouchers are intended to help low-income families afford housing, they are often rendered ineffective due to a lack of available, affordable units in the housing market. This webinar will explore this growing challenge of housing choice vouchers that go unused and examine the disconnect between voucher […]

Recent Florida legislation expands development opportunities on properties owned by faith organizations and school boards. This webinar will take a deep dive into development examples on each type of property demonstrating how legislation works in practice. Information will cover how developments were visioned, financed, and navigated through local approval processes. Presenters will discuss partnerships formed […]

Local governments have various means through which to solicit and procure services from private sector partners in the development of affordable housing. This webinar will provide an overview of these means: requests for proposals/applications, requests for qualifications, requests for information, invitations to negotiate and unsolicited offers. Presenters will provide a definition of each, discuss statutory […]