January 2021 | The monthly e-newsletter of the Florida Apartment Association |
The Florida Apartment Association has awarded the 2021 Nan Cavarretta Scholarship to Amy Baker and Samantha Harvey, to enable them to participate in the FAA Leadership Lyceum program. The scholarship covers registration fees and travel expenses for the Leadership Lyceum, which is designed to educate and cultivate future leaders in local, state, and national apartment associations. Read more. |
The 2021 FAA Legislative Conference will take place virtually, as a live, interactive broadcast on Wednesday, February 3, beginning at 1:30 p.m. The broadcast will include a briefing on FAA's legislative priorities for 2021, as well as an opportunity for attendees to ask questions. The priorities are:
- Protect the Sadowski Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Rent Relief
- Establish COVID-19 Liability Protections for Housing Providers
- Permit Affordable Housing Tax Incentives
- Clarify Fire Radio System Requirements
Following the briefing and Q&A, attendees will break out into separate rooms to caucus with their affiliates regarding virtual meetings with legislators and legislative staff. The broadcast is complimentary to FAA members, but you must register by January 28 in order to receive a link to access the broadcast. Once you have registered, add the event to your calendar so you can easily access the broadcast on February 3.
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Note: You must log in as an FAA member to register for the complimentary briefing. You must register to receive a link to access the broadcast. |
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The 2021 FAA winter governance meetings will take place virtually. All FAA members are welcome to attend any of the meetings except the Executive Council or Association Executives Council. You must log in as an FAA member and register for each meeting separately. Click on the title of each meeting in order to register:
After you register, be sure to add each meeting to your calendar so that you will be easily able to find your individual Zoom link.
Note: You must log in as an FAA member and register separately for each meeting or event. Learn more.
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A report on compensation and benefits for multifamily professionals throughout Florida is now available. The FAA 2020 Compensation and Benefits Report includes state data for all major job categories. Regional reports include data for each of FAA's 10 affiliate regions. Read more and purchase your copy today.
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FAA Prepares to Celebrate 50th Anniversary
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Florida Apartment Association, and FAA staff are planning how to celebrate the milestone. This photo is just one of many blasts from the past we'll be sharing with you in the coming months. U pload YOUR favorite photo blasts from the past here and we'll share as many as we can.
Photo submitted by Sandra Williams
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As part of its commitment to keep members informed about issues that may affect you, your businesses, and your residents, the Florida Apartment Association is maintaining an online resource center regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources include:
- Executive orders issued by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
- FAQs, best practices, and sample letters you can use to comply with these orders.
- Information regarding new federal programs, including the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act; and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.
- Local government activity in Florida related to COVID-19, such as court closures, suspensions of writs of possession, shelter-in-place orders, and curfews.
- Links to government agencies and other resources.
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NAA’s awards program offers more than 20 award categories in six focus areas: affiliate; Anthony V. Pusateri; community; diversity and inclusion; supplier achievement; and individual achievement. Winners will be recognized during a virtual Excellence Awards ceremony on May 20, 2021. Applications are being accepted through February 5, 2021. Apply now.
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This scholarship program celebrates the best and brightest in the rental housing industry. Twenty individuals who are 29 years or younger who have made great professional achievements in their careers and have strong potential are selected to attend Apartmentalize in June free of charge and are assigned a mentor to guide them through the conference. Applications are being accepted through February 5, 2021. Apply now.
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This awards program identifies member organizations that encourage employee engagement and performance and foster collaborative and innovative work environments. It pays tribute to the employees and their hard work, which directly contributes to the success of suppliers, management companies and the entire rental housing industry. Applications are being accepted March 19, 2021.
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2021 Prospectus Now Available
The prospectus provides important information, whether you are a returning sponsor, longtime exhibitor, or exploring new ways to reach your best customer prospects in 2021.
Learn the benefits of becoming a medal-level sponsor as well as dates and other details to ensure you don't miss out.
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The Florida Suppliers Council will meet via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 1. Review the agenda, and register now. After you register, add the event to your calendar so that you will be easily able to find your individual Zoom link.
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Target FAA Members with Value-Added Website Ads
Members and nonmembers frequently visit faahq.org for a wide range of information, including event updates, job postings, resources about the COVID-19 crisis, and so much more. For the remainder of 2020, if you purchase a website ad for a minimum of three months, you will get two additional months of exposure at no cost. Click to view details, or contact marshall.boomer@theygsgroup.com for more advertising opportunities.
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FAA offers opportunities to reach prospects at events throughout the year. Learn more.
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FAA is a federation of 10 local affiliates, representing more than 800,000 apartment homes in Florida. All community, management company, and supplier members in good standing of a local affiliate are automatically members of FAA and NAA.
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