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SUMMARY:Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:LABOR DAY: WHAT IT MEANS\nLabor Day\, the first Monday in September\, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength\, prosperity\, and well-being of our country. \nLABOR DAY LEGISLATION\nThrough the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day. The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886. From these\, a movement developed to secure state legislation. The first state bill was introduced into the New York legislature\, but the first to become law was passed by Oregon on February 21\, 1887. During the year four more states — Colorado\, Massachusetts\, New Jersey\, and New York — created the Labor Day holiday by legislative enactment. By the end of the decade Connecticut\, Nebraska\, and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894\, 23 other states had adopted the holiday in honor of workers\, and on June 28 of that year\, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories. \nFOUNDER OF LABOR DAY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore than 100 years after the first Labor Day observance\, there is still some doubt as to who first proposed the holiday for workers. \nSome records show that Peter J. McGuire\, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a cofounder of the American Federation of Labor\, was first in suggesting a day to honor those “who from rude nature have delved and carved all the grandeur we behold.” \nBut Peter McGuire’s place in Labor Day history has not gone unchallenged. Many believe that Matthew Maguire\, a machinist\, not Peter McGuire\, founded the holiday. Recent research seems to support the contention that Matthew Maguire\, later the secretary of Local 344 of the International Association of Machinists in Paterson\, N.J.\, proposed the holiday in 1882 while serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York. What is clear is that the Central Labor Union adopted a Labor Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic. \n\n“The Real Maguire – Who Actually Invented Labor Day?”\n\nTHE FIRST LABOR DAY\nThe first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday\, September 5\, 1882\, in New York City\, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later\, on September 5\, 1883. \nIn 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday\, as originally proposed\, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a “workingmen’s holiday” on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations\, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country. \nA NATIONWIDE HOLIDAY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe form that the observance and celebration of Labor Day should take was outlined in the first proposal of the holiday — a street parade to exhibit to the public “the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations” of the community\, followed by a festival for the recreation and amusement of the workers and their families. This became the pattern for the celebrations of Labor Day. Speeches by prominent men and women were introduced later\, as more emphasis was placed upon the economic and civic significance of the holiday. Still later\, by a resolution of the American Federation of Labor convention of 1909\, the Sunday preceding Labor Day was adopted as Labor Sunday and dedicated to the spiritual and educational aspects of the labor movement. \nThe character of the Labor Day celebration has undergone a change in recent years\, especially in large industrial centers where mass displays and huge parades have proved a problem. This change\, however\, is more a shift in emphasis and medium of expression. Labor Day addresses by leading union officials\, industrialists\, educators\, clerics and government officials are given wide coverage in newspapers\, radio\, and television. \nThe vital force of labor added materially to the highest standard of living and the greatest production the world has ever known and has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate\, therefore\, that the nation pay tribute on Labor Day to the creator of so much of the nation’s strength\, freedom\, and leadership — the American worker.
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/labor-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140916T083000
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SUMMARY:Half Day Fair Housing Training
DESCRIPTION:Register Online Here   Trainer: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates \nThis important workshop is for: All Office\, Maintenance Staff & RSC/RADs \nThis training is for all site staff that want to understand fair housing laws as related to onsite practices. The training will provide an overview of fair housing laws and all protected classes\, but the focus of the training will be residents with disabilities and topics that relate directly to front line staff including maintenance and custodial staff:\nHow to respond to resident requests for assistance that are outside the scope of your work\, snow removal\, trash removal\, etc.\nWhat questions you can/can’t ask a resident; what information you are allowed to know about residents and what information you aren’t allowed to know.\nAssisting residents after work hours\, responding to work orders and companion/service animals.\nWhile all housing personnel require training in fair housing laws\, it is particularly important for front line office staff\, maintenance and custodial staff to be trained because they often have the most contact with residents. The training will be very practical\, interactive\, and provide significant time for questions and answers. \nCancellation Policy: \nThere is a $50 administrative fee for cancellation 15 working days prior to the course. After this date\, fees are non-refundable. A substitute may be sent in the place of the registrant. This organization complies with the Title III of the Americas with Disabilities Act (ADA). The site is accessible for individuals with disabilities and if a registrant requires special accommodations please contact the NEAHMA office at least ten days prior to the date of the course. Outstanding Collection Policy: Payment for trainings and workshops must be paid in full by day of training. There is a $50 administrative fee for invoices over 60 days. There is an additional $10 late fee for invoices older than 90 days. Registrants with outstanding balances that exceed 90 days will be suspended from attending future trainings and workshops until payment is received in full. If more than 3 overdue invoices for one registrant\, suspension is immediate and for 6 months. NEAHMA is a non-profit organization and it is imperative that we receive registration fees in a timely manner in order for our organization to continue to conduct trainings and workshops for our members.
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/half-day-fair-housing-training/
LOCATION:Willow Arms Apartments\, 446 Main Street\, East Hartford\, CT\, 06118\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preventing and Preparing for Violence at Your Property
DESCRIPTION:“Work Place Violence”. “Active Shooter”. We have heard these terms all too often in relation to malls\, movie theaters\, offices and schools. \nIn Connecticut\, we have had more than our share of senseless acts of violence. As property professionals\, we will often find ourselves being on the front line for these types of events and First Responders will often look to us for initial information and assistance. \n\nPlease join NEAHMA on Thursday\, September 18\, 2014 when Connecticut State Police Trooper Steven Reif\, Fairfield Police Department Lt. James Perez\, and Doug Pesce from the US Department of Homeland Security will present information pertaining to these very real issues. They will discuss topics such as “Signs of Conflict”\, “Mental Conditioning”\, and “Violence Indicators” as well as things to expect should an actual event occur on one of your sites. \nIt is our hope that through this presentation\, you will have the building blocks necessary to begin a conversation with your clients\, customers\, owners and employers/employees about preventing and preparing for unthinkable acts of violence. The time to discuss and plan for these types of situations is not after an event has happened\, but rather before.  \n  \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/9417/
LOCATION:Stepny Place\, 1800 Silas Deane Highway\, Rocky Hill\, CT\, 06067\, United States
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SUMMARY:TRACS 202 D Training Worcester\, MA
DESCRIPTION:TRACS 202 D Training \n  \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE!\nInstructor: Nicole Scott under the auspices of Piltch Associates \nThe current version of TRACS\, 202C\, is being upgraded to 202D in order for HUD to accept data from Multifamily Housing (MFH) business partners that complies with updated policies and procedures. NEAHMA is offering a one day TRACS Release 202D training in order to prepare users for the important updates that will be made to the TRACS system. The training will cover all updates to Tenant and Voucher/Payment System Record files as well as to HUD’s corresponding paper certification and voucher forms. Additionally\, the training will highlight applicable policy changes. Please note that the training will not cover the submission process or how these changes appear in the various property management software systems; instead this course is designed specifically to cover the general changes to be implemented with TRACS Release 202D. \nNicole Scott:\nShe has over a decade of experience in property management\, working as a property manager\, IT specialist\, trainer and consultant. As a consultant\, she worked as a project manager facilitating implementations\, conducting both on-site and remote trainings\, providing technical support\, and documenting policies and procedures for a number of clients across the country. She oversees voucher transmissions and TRACS error resolutions\, conducts remote and on-site trainings\, and supports site staff on EIV\, specifically in crafting and executing repayment agreements.
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/tracs-202-d-training-westernma/
LOCATION:Lincoln Village\, 37 Pleasant Valley Drive\, Worcester\, MA\, 01605\, United States
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SUMMARY:NEAHMA's Annual Industry Awards Due
DESCRIPTION:NAHP\, NAHP-e\, NAHMT\, NAHMS and CGPM OF THE YEAR AWARDS  \nNEAHMA’s Annual Industry Awards Reception will be held on Wednesday\, October 14\, 2014\, at The Four Points by Sheraton in Norwood\, MA in conjunction with NEAHMA’s Annual Conference & Trade Show. \nNominate one of your coworkers for their outstanding contributions to the affordable housing industry for one of these industry awards:  NAHP\, NAHP-e\, NAHMT\, NAHMS and CGPM OF THE YEAR AWARDS and Property Manager\, Resident Services Coordinator and Maintenance Professional of the Year Awards \nPlease note that applications and nominations for the NEAHMA awards should be submitted electronically only (via email) to NEAHMA.   Our Nominating Committee will review and the winners will be presented at the Awards Reception on October 14\, 2014. \nHOW TO NOMINATE \nTo nominate someone for any of the following awards\, please respond by email and let us know which award you are nominating the person for and why you think the person should be the award winner\, including specific accomplishments supporting your recommendation. \nNAHP\, NAHP-e\, NAHMT\, NAHMS and CGPM OF THE YEAR AWARDS: \nThe Awards Criteria –You may nominate any one from your staff\, or a coworker\, who currently has any of these designations. You may also nominate someone for more than one category. If you are unsure the person you would like to nominate has one of these designations\, you can confirm by checking the NAHMA Credential Directory at www.nahma.org. \n. A NAHP-Executive is an individual\, who owns\, operates\, manages\, or assists in the management of affordable housing and who\, through completion of strict NAHP requirements\, has met the highest possible industry standards. \n. A NAHP-Professional has demonstrated comprehensive property or asset management skills along with a detailed knowledge of government programs\, regulations and procedures as they are applied to assisted housing. \n. A NAHMT and NAHMS Professional have demonstrated comprehensive apartment maintenance skills along with a proven knowledge of fair housing regulations. \n. A CGPM (Credential for Green Property Management) assists in helping O/As meet training commitments to HUD if they have opted for a green Mark-to-Market restructuring. A CGPM also employs green operations and maintenance practices. \n. Most importantly\, NAHP\, NAHMT\, NAHMS and CGPM professionals\, through their commitment to the NAHP/NAHMT/NAHMS/CGPM Code of Ethics\, are dedicated to providing safe and decent housing to all eligible residents. \nNomination Deadline: September 23\, 2014 \nNEAHMA PROPERTY MANAGER\, RESIDENT SERVICES COORDINATOR AND MAINTENANCE PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARDS \nThese awards are given annually to a NEAHMA-Member Affordable Housing Professional in recognition of his or her contributions to the industry and to the difference they make in their residents’ lives. \nThe Awards Criteria –You may nominate someone for one or both of these awards. This person should demonstrate the skills needed to operate a well-run property and the ability to work well with industry partners and residents. \nNomination Deadline: September 23\, 2014 \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/neahmas-annual-industry-awards-due/
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SUMMARY:Reasonable Accommodations/504 Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER ONLINE HERE \n  \nPresenter:\nDebbie Piltch\, Piltch Associates\nThis training will examine Federal requirements to provide persons with disabilities reasonable accommodation throughout the occupancy\ncycle. It will shed light on the confusion regarding what a housing provider’s legal obligations are in the area of reasonable accommodation. We will also discuss how state and local law may have an impact on a site’s obligation as well. In addition\, we will review the role of a 504 coordinator in general and in the context of reasonable accommodations as well as the 504 grievance procedure. \nMorning Presentation:\nWhat is the legal framework (statues\, regulations\, federal guidance) for reasonable accommodation/physical modification as well as the 504 coordinator and grievance procedure\, what is a reasonable accommodation\, what are the limits on providing an accommodation/modification\, when can a housing provider deny a reasonable accommodation/modification\, what must a housing provider do if a requested accommodation is denied\, who can request an accommodation/modification\, what can/can’t a housing provider ask/verify when a request is made\, and the role of the 504 coordinator and grievance procedure in regards to reasonable accommodation.\nAfternoon Presentation:\nWe will explore how to analyze specific common requests for reasonable accommodations/modifications throughout the occupancy cycle including\, but not limited to\, assistance animals\, live-in aides\, physical modifications and transfers. Case studies will be provided and specific guidance contained in the 4350.3 Rev-1 will be explored.
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/reasonable-accommodations504-coordinator/
LOCATION:Centerdale Manor\, 2074 Smith Street\, North Providence\, RI\, 02911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140924T090000
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SUMMARY:MA Quarterly Meeting: Fast Track Eviction Seminar
DESCRIPTION:MA Quarterly Meeting: \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE \nFast Track Eviction Seminar: A Proactive Legal Approach to Reducing Serious Challenges at Your Property \n Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional\, some of the most serious problems facing Property managers today can range from unwanted visitors\, to more serious threats to your property such as drugs\, violence\, gangs or even weapons. What is a Manager to do?  Thankfully there are legal tools for Property Managers and site staff to use. \n  \n This interactive seminar led by Attorney Frank Flynn\, who specializes in commercial and residential landlord/tenant law from the expanded Boston Law firm of Flynn Law Group\, is intended to serve as a platform to inform and benefit Property Managers\, Site Staff and Owners of multifamily properties.  We will explore ways to effectively to address dangers to your property such as drugs\, guns\, violence and prostitution that residents and visitors may bring to your property.  Lively classroom participation and discussion is encouraged. \nThe Seminar will focus on such areas as: \n –              Proactive Legal Methods:  You will be informed on multiple methods of reducing serious threats to your property that may result in avoiding future criminal activity at your property. \n –              Cause-Based Evictions: You will be informed on the process of evicting residents for violations of their leases that go far beyond a simple non-payment of rent case.  This is an effective way to remove residents who have been involved in fights\, have disrupted the livability of the development and other areas of material non-compliance with the terms of their leases. \n You will also become familiar on the process and procedure of a standard eviction.  Including\, properly documenting activity\, referral to your attorney\, the notice to quit procedure and the court process. \n–              Fast Track Evictions:  Attorney Flynn will discuss the process of evicting a resident for a violation of M.G.L. c. 139\, Section 19.  This law allows the Landlord to fast-track a case as a civil action if a resident is found to be involved in the keeping\, sale or manufacture of illegal substances\, if they are illegally storing a weapon\, if they are involved in prostitution or if they commit acts of violence against an employee or other person entitled to be present on the premises in their unit.  This process is designed to remove the dangerous resident in just a few short weeks rather than a few months. \n –              Protecting your Property from Unwanted Trespassers:  Under M.G.L. c. 121B\, Section 32C you can keep unwanted and/or dangerous persons off your premises\, often forever.  The Massachusetts legislature has enacted a special provision in the General Laws in order to protect subsidized properties.  This law allows you to keep someone off your property if they have caused harm to a resident\, or employee of the landlord\, have destroyed\, vandalized or stolen property of the landlord\, or another resident\, if they have brought a weapon onto your property\, or if they have sold or possessed drugs on the property.  The importance of this law is that this type of order can be made permanent by the court\, thus keeping this person off your property forever.  It is also important to note that a violation of this type of order granted by the court is a criminal act. \nThe seminar will be followed by an interactive question and answer period.  Attorney Flynn has over twenty four years of experience handling cause based evictions as well as fast-track evictions and actions under Chapter 121B\, Section 32C and will share some of his experiences dealing with these matters. \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/ma-quarterly-meeting-fast-track-eviction-seminar-a-proactive-legal-approach-to-reducing-serious-challenges-at-your-property/
LOCATION:Braintree Village\, 2 McCusker Drive\, Braintre\, MA\, 02184\, United States
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