| THE GADFLY |
| February 2016 |
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| In This Issue... |
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| Dates & Deadlines |
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 Feb. 5: Independent Expenditure (IE) Campaign Webinar
Get a crash course in how NAR processes, evaluates and implements IE applications on Friday, Feb. 5 at 2:00 PM EST. Julienne Uhlich and Mitchell Norton will run through what you need before you submit an application, what happens once the application is submitted and how NAR executes your campaign once the application is approved. Whether you’re new to the IE process and in need of tutorial or you’re an experienced GAD looking to brush up on new procedures, this webinar will have something helpful for everyone. Contact Mitchell Norton at 202-383-1091. |
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Feb. 19: Issues Mobilization Program Webinar
On Friday, February 19, at 1:00 p.m. EST, NAR Issues Mobilization Program Manager Joe Maheady will present a one-hour webinar on the Program. The presentation will cover recent changes to program policy and the grant application. Register for the webinar today! For more information, please contact Joe Maheady at 202-383-1006. |
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| Campaign Services & Election Resources |
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2016 Campaign Management Trainings Registration is OPEN!
Are you interested in being the go-to rock star in your community for all candidate and issues campaigns? Do you want to sharpen your campaign skills? Do you want to know the process to accessing NAR program resources?
If so, don’t miss out on the best professional development opportunity for Association Executives and Government Affairs Directors to increase their capability to successfully engage in candidate and issue campaigns using NAR resources.
Campaign Management Training 1.0 attendees will learn the details of the various NAR campaign tools and resources available to state and local association, will meet and network with NAR staff and vendors that assist with issue and candidate campaigns, learn about the new, cutting edge tools and approaches to campaign engagement, and participate in hands-on training scenarios. CMT 1.0 graduates rave that this training gives them the ability to face any candidate or issue campaign with confidence.
Space is limited to only 40 attendees each and registration is filling up fast! If you have any questions about the programs, please contact Julienne Uhlich. |
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Campaign Management Training 1.0 – Registration CLOSES March 21st!
April 15-16, 2016
Curtis DoubleTree, Denver, CO
Hotel Rate: $179/night
[CLICK HERE TO REGISTER]
The program will begin at 8:30 a.m. CT on Friday morning and will conclude by 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. You will most likely want to arrive on the April 14 to be sure you’re ready to go early on Friday, April 15.
Campaign Management Training 2.0 – Registration CLOSES May 16th!
AEs and GADs who have completed CMT 1.0 are eligible to attend CMT 2.0, a more advanced and intensive training session that builds on the foundation of the first offering. CMT 2.0 will start at 2:00 p.m. CT on Thursday and will finish by 3:00 p.m. CT on Saturday.
Campaign Management Training 2.0*
(2 days) June 9-11, 2016
The Hilton, Austin, TX
Hotel Rate: $169/night
[CLICK HERE TO REGISTER]
*Attendees must have taken NAR’s Campaign Management Training 1.0 prior to taking this course. |
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NAR Assistance on Ballot Initiative Campaigns
2016 is a big election year, and elections bring ballot initiatives. Driven in part by national interest groups, public policy initiatives will appear on ballots throughout the country in 2016. As of January 20, 49 state ballot measures have been certified for spots on the ballot in 20 states. At the local level, California alone could see more than 500 local ballot measures. Ballot initiatives often establish important precedents that ripple throughout the country. The NAR Issues Mobilization Program can provide financial and technical support to assist state and local issue campaigns on ballot measures. See the 2016 Meeting Schedule of the NAR Issues Mobilization Committee for monthly meeting dates and application deadlines. For more information, please contact Julienne Uhlich at 202-383-1235 or Joe Maheady at 202-383-1006. |
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How many REALTORS® are registered to vote?
Currently, 13 percent, or 144,200 members, are not registered to vote. This is why one of the President’s Cup advocacy goals is for states to host a voter registration drive by election day (i.e. at a state convention, Broker Summit, or mail or email members, include in membership newsletter). View state REALTOR® voter registration numbers. State and local associations may request member voter registration list from Mitchell Norton, NAR Campaign Services Representative. |
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| REALTOR® Party Resources |
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New Grant: Educate. Advocate. Celebrate Brokers!
The NAR Broker Involvement grant allows local and state associations to create Broker activities that align with the Broker Involvement Council’s purpose: to recruit, retain, educate and engage Brokers and their agents in building a culture of advocacy. Application due dates for 2016: March 15, June 15, and September 15. The application is now online. For additional information, please contact Erin Murphy at 202-383-1079. |
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How do Complete Streets Relate to Real Estate?
Adriann Murawski, NAR’s State and Local Government Affairs Rep., discusses some of the benefits communities experience with Complete Streets. Additionally, she speaks with featured guests: Memphis Area Association of REALTORS® CEO Melanie Blakeney, the National Complete Streets Coalition Director Emiko Atherton, and REALTOR® Andi Turco-Levin from Ulster County, New York, each involved with completing their streets. Listen to the latest REALTOR® Party On the Go Podcast.
Contact: Adriann Murawski at 202-383-1068 |
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Looking for Ideas for a Placemaking Project?
Take a peek at the Spaces to Places blog which has more 60 posts on a variety of placemaking projects, including from REALTOR® Associations that have received an NAR Placemaking Micro-Grant.
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Meritorious Service Award (MSA) Process and Deadline
NAR is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Meritorious Service Award. The deadline for submissions is February 22, 2016. Each year, NAR recognizes two outstanding Federal Political Coordinators (FPCs) for their exceptional service to the National Association of REALTORS® with this esteemed award. These recipients are the best of the best, those who truly believe in and advocate on behalf of the REALTOR® Party. Recipients meet rigorous criteria that set them apart from other FPCs. The Meritorious Service Award nomination form is accessible online. For more information about the MSA Award and process, please contact Victoria Givens. |
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State Action on the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
Across the country legislation is being introduced at the state level that attempts to bypass the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). USPAP are the nationally accepted and recognized standards of appraisal practice. NAR believes that appraisal standards should be uniform across the United States and its territories, and does not support efforts to dilute USPAP or layer on additional sets of valuation standards. So far Montana, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, California and Indiana have faced changes to their state codes related to the use of USPAP. If you learn of USPAP-related legislation in your state or have any questions, please contact Sehar Siddiqi at 202-383-1176. |
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| RPAC News |
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2016 RPAC Staff Guide
Have an RPAC question and are unsure of who to contact? The current NAR RPAC Staff Guide is available with each team member’s areas of responsibility. Please contact Kelly O’Donnell at 202-383-7510 with any additional questions. |
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2015 RPAC Fundraising Year-End Numbers
The final reports for the 2015 RPAC Fundraising Year are now available. Reports for the 2015 Triple Crown Award or the President’s Cup Award winners are also accessible. For questions regarding the reports and RPAC-related numbers, please contact Kanoa Naehu at 202-383-7509. For questions about the President’s Cup Advocacy goals, please contact Erin Murphy at 202-383-1079. |
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2016 RPAC Goals
Interested in knowing what your state goals are for 2016? The 2016 State RPAC Goals and 2016 RPAC President’s Cup Goals are now available. If you have any questions regarding your state’s goals, please contact Kanoa Naehu at 202-383-7509. |
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2016 RPAC Transmittal Deadlines
The final deadline for individuals to be recognized as NAR Major Investors or for a state to receive credit towards its 2016 fundraising goal is December 31, 2016. However, the transmittal deadlines for money to be into NAR should be noted for proper recognition. Please contact Kanoa Naehu at 202-383-7509 or Debbie Frey at 202-383-7509 for more information. |
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2016 President’s Circle Update
President’s Circle has launched its first round of targets for 2016 to President’s Circle members. During this round, President’s Circle members may invest $500 in one of the four national party committees in honor of any Member of Congress. FPCs have the option of contributing $500 directly to the Member of Congress they serve as FPC. (An FPC must choose either a $500 contribution to their Member of Congress OR a National Party Committee—they cannot do both.)
Contact: Kelly O’Donnell at202-383-7510 or Maggie FitzGerald at 202-383-1078 |
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| NAR’s Economist Outlook |
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Message from the GAD Chair
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Jenny Reese
GAD Chair
Nevada Association of REALTORS®
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It seems as if we started the new year running. As the economy and housing have recovered, the issues we face have started to change. As many states head into a legislative session, many of us now have to deal with an anti-growth sentiment, the lack of affordable housing, signage issues and tax increases. These are all issues that were present prior to the downturn. I encourage you to use your colleagues as a resource, make sure to check out the GAD communications channels, and if you face challenges or successes in your state, share what you have done so we can all learn from it.
NAR just held another New GAD & AE REALTOR® Party Orientation. Unfortunately, weather prevented a number of people from making it to DC, but those that were in attendance were able to learn valuable information to help guide them in their new position. I encourage you to take advantage of the training provided for GADs throughout the year from NAR.
The GAD Advisory Committee is moving along with the planning of our conference in Nashville. If you have any suggestions on topics or keynote speakers, please reach out to me and I will bring it up during our next call. Until then, have a great February!
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SAVE THE DATE
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2016 President’s Circle Conference
Feb. 18-21, 2016
Las Vegas, NV
*Event restricted to 2015 President’s Circle members only |
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2016 GAD Institute
July 13 – 16, 2016
Room Rates: $199/night
Registration Fee: $500 early/$550 late registration |
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