Course 802 - Legal Aspects of Easements
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 1 (Los Angeles)
November 8, 2024
Virtual
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Tuition:
$265 - Member / $330 - Non-Member Materials: $0 - PDF / $30 - Black/White Copy |
Course: 802 - Legal Aspects of Easements
Date: November 8, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Place: Virtual |
About the Instructor
Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
Course 703 - Real Property Asset Management
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 1 (Los Angeles)
October 17, 2024
Virtual
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Course: 703 - Real Property Asset Management
Date: October 17, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Place: Virtual |
Tuition:
$265 - Member / $330 - Non-Member Materials: $0 - PDF / $30 - Black/White Copy |
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About the Instructor
Lisa L. Amos, SR/WA, has over 30 years real estate experience, and since 2018 as Real Estate Program Manager with the City of Glendale, Arizona. Previously she was Property Management Supervisor with Maricopa County, Arizona, overseeing a flood control district’s and transportation department’s real estate holdings. From 1984-2000 Ms. Amos managed a Fortune 500 industrial company’s Arizona and New Mexico real estate holdings. She is former PDC chair of IRWA Kachina chapter #28, member of the IRWA Asset Management, and a past president of the greater Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction. Ms. Amos was a Planning Commissioner for a local municipality and was a 10-year member of an EPA Superfund site advisory group. She holds an Arizona real estate license, and completed her AAS degree in mass communications, BS degree in real estate, and master’s degree in public administration. She facilitates IRWA 700 series courses.
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About the Course
This intensive course is designed to teach participants the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce and implement an asset management program within an organization. Asset management is the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets. Participants will explore the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available asset.
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Course 902 - Property Descriptions
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 1 (Los Angeles)
September 27, 2024
Virtual
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About the Course
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About the Instructor
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Combines hands-on experience with mentoring to provide participants with information regarding engineering fundamentals the practical applications of information contained in engineering drawings and how to interpret property descriptions.
This one-day, advanced-level course provides a working knowledge of plotting and interpreting property descriptions. The course discusses several methods of property descriptions (e.g., metes and bounds, centerline, point, subdivision and lot and block, Public Land Survey System (PLSS), and State Plane Coordinate System). Topics:
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Tim Solinski, P.S. is a licensed Professional Surveyor in New Mexico (2006) and North Dakota (2012) with over 20 years of experience, the majority of which have been in supporting electric and gas distribution and transmission projects. He’s understands all aspects of the surveying profession, with an emphasis on utility and roadway construction, drainage, and boundary projects. Tim is CLIMB certified and instructs the 900 series courses.
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Course 505 - Advanced Residential Relocation Assistance
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
September 25, 2024
Virtual
NEW CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM ACT WILL BE DISCUSSED!
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About the Instructor
Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and a frequent speaker at IRWA annual education seminars since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root is currently a Director of Real Property Management and Development for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority in Southern California.
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About the Course
Course 505 provides a thorough examination of specific issues, applications and theory in residential relocation assistance as they relate to the Uniform Act.
This course requires a thorough understanding of the relocation process. It begins with an awareness exam; then, in case-study format, covers residential relocation issues. There is a detailed analysis of each case study so that participants understand the lead agency’s theory behind its interpretation of the situation. Facts are applied in order to simulate a relocation that is consistent with the intent of the Uniform Act. Topics:
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Pilot Class of New Course
Course 904 - GIS Principles and Use in Infrastructure and Asset Management
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 29 (Ontario, Canada)
September 18, 2024
Virtual
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Course: 904 - GIS Principles and Use in Infrastructure and Asset Management
Date: September 18, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Place: Virtual (Newrow Conference Call) Instructor: Nigel Day |
Tuition: $265 - Member / $385 - Non-Member
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About the Course
This course has been developed to provide IRWA members and non-members with a brief history and methodology for the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in infrastructure acquisition and management. The course will provide practical guidance to right of way professionals on the basics of GIS — how it is developed and how it can be used to full advantage in the management of infrastructure projects.
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About the Instructor
Nigel Day, OLS, OLIP, Head of the Geomatics Section at the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) in Kingston, is a professional Ontario Land Surveyor with 26 years of experience. He leads a section with core functions in legal surveys, topographic surveys, and GIS data compilation. Active in promoting surveying with educational institutions and professional organizations, he also delivers health and safety training at MTO and presents at industry events such as the Geospatial Advancement Canada symposium in Ottawa, the Professional Surveyors of Canada AGM in Niagara Falls, and at several AGMs of the AOLS.
Course 219 - Adult Communication Principles and Methods
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 67 (Orange County)
August 27 to 28, 2024
Irvine, CA
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Tuition: $420 - Member / $525 - Non-Member
Late Registration Fee: $25 after 8/5/24 |
Course: 219 - Adult Communication Principles and Methods
Date: August 27 to 28, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Place: Los Olivos Community Center (101 Alfonso, Irvine, 92618) |
Course Coordinator
James Vanden Akker 700 N. Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 217-6324 [email protected] |
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About the Instructor
Dr. Michele L. Folk, SR/WA, R/W-RAC, R/W-URAC, R/W-NAC is a licensed Real Estate salesperson in the State of California, and she has 32 years of business experience with an extensive background in teaching, communication, relocation and negotiation. She currently serves as Director of Client Development at Transystems Inc. For the past 24 years, Dr. Folk’s primary focus has been on the management of acquisition and relocation activities, on both federally and non-federally funded projects, with a particular emphasis on relocation and projects involving the development and preservation of affordable housing. She serves in a programmatic oversight capacity for projects involving large-scale residential and non-residential relocations ensuring compliance with federal, state and local relocation laws. She is a certified CLIMB Instructor for many International Right-of-Way Association courses and is a regular panelist and presenter on relocation topics at industry conferences and seminars throughout the country. Dr. Folk is currently serving as the Chair of the International Relocation Assistance Committee.
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About the Course
This course introduces three primary methods to communicate effectively with any type of audience you may encounter and provides the necessary tools to improve your daily communication skills. Participants will engage in instructional exercises that will empower them to determine which method to employ in different situations, set the stage, and deal with fear of speaking in various situations. Moreover, participants will learn about the three types of communication: presentation, instruction, and facilitation; time management; accepting constructive feedback; facilitation preparation; practice and delivery; and handling disruptions and disturbances, including conflict and working toward resolution.
Topics: At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
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Course 201 - Communications in Real Estate Acquisition
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 1 (Los Angeles)
August 14 to 16, 2024
Virtual
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About the Instructor
Denise Lopez, SR/WA, R/W-RAC, Real Estate Representative for the City of Arlington, is a Member of the International Right of Way Association and is currently a Course Coordinator and the Programs Co-Chair for Chapter 36. Denise has a background of over 23 years experience in the Real Estate field. Prior to working in right of way for a municipality Denise was a real estate agent selling and listing residential real estate. Five years later she became a Real Estate Broker and managed newly licensed realtors under her independently owned real estate company, Property Zone Realty. Denise had the opportunity to become a part time instructor for Kaplan Real Estate Education and did not hesitate to step in front of the classroom as an instructor and teach mandatory continuing education courses including legal and ethics. While being a Texas Real Estate Certified Instructor she also taught licensed agents the ins and outs of TREC contracts.
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About the Course
Utilizing self-learning exercises, role-playing and simulations of actual acquisition interviews, this course helps to instill confidence in participants and to enhance their communication/negotiation skills. Participants are given the opportunity for extensive individual participation, and are encouraged to experiment with the practical application of communication concepts and skills presented and discussed. Following the self-learning exercises and role-playing sessions, participants receive feedback regarding what they are doing effectively, as well as the areas in which they are in need of improvement.
The acquisition interview is presented in a step-by-step approach: how to start, how to develop trust, how to handle problems and objections, and how to close. Using video cameras, participants can then practice these steps by taking part in simulations of actual acquisition interviews. These video demonstrations are then replayed, enabling participants to see themselves “in action.” |
Course 304 - When Public Agencies Collide
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 29 (Ontario)
August 13, 2024
Virtual
UPDATED COURSE 304 MATERIALS (PILOT)
About the Course
Course 304: When Public Agencies Collide is a one-day course, which provides sources of conflict and solutions, which may be resolved with the involvement of management, project management, and/or an external consultant.
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Typically, conflict arises when two or more individuals do not agree on at least one or more aspects of a project. In this case, at least two public agencies do not agree on the details of a project. You will receive an overview of some of the issues creating these types of conflicts, be provided with some key concepts and the tools to use, and be able to apply the concepts, tools, and techniques to effectively manage those conflicts. During this course, we will explore three main categories of conflict between organizations:
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We will also discuss potential solutions and ways to overcome conflicts. At the conclusion of the course, you will be able to:
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Course 504 - Computing Replacement Housing Payments
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
July 29-30, 2024
Virtual
NEW CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM ACT WILL BE DISCUSSED!
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About the Course
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About the Instructor
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Course 504 is designed for participants with thorough knowledge and experience implementing the Uniform Act. Realistic and complex situations are used as if the participants have been assigned to a small project requiring the relocation of the occupants of twelve (12) residential properties. The household surveys have been conducted and a copy of each interview sheet is contained in the materials provided. The participants act as the individuals assigned to compute the replacement housing payments on behalf of the Agency. Participants should have the knowledge to calculate basic payments, as group discussions and exercises maximizing practical application of the cases studies will be the emphasis of this course.
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Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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Topics:
- The importance of collecting the pertinent information at the interview stage;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 90-day occupants;
- Aliens not lawfully present;
- Replacement Housing Payments for less than 90-day occupants;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 180-day owner occupants;
- Legal reference: The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) as amended; and
- Regulatory Reference: 49 CFR part 24.
Course 501 - Residential Relocation Assistance
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
July 22-23, 2024
Virtual
NEW CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM ACT WILL BE DISCUSSED!
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About the Instructor
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About the Course
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Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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This course discusses the processes and procedures involved in providing relocation assistance to residential occupants. Materials presented are based on the lead agency’s (Federal Highway Administration) regulations in implementing the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 as amended.
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Course 640i - Water Basics
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
June 26, 2024
Long Beach, CA
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About the Course
This four-hour water basics course provides IRWA members and non-members with the basics of our renewable resource: water. This course covers water sources and our relationship with water. In addition, the terms aquatic ecosystem and watershed will be introduced, and based on environmental analysis requirements, are included in project documentation. The environment and natural resources are complex, diverse, and complicated. It takes time to assess the viability of a project prior to kicking off activities. For example, if the proposed project is located near a wetland, has endangered species, and/or high community engagement, the scope, location, and route are usually discussed, and if possible, the area is avoided. Participants will also learn how agencies and the collective community might work together to conserve and protect our water resources.
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About the Instructor
Fred Walasavage received the IRWA Howard Armstrong Instructor of the Year Award in 2023. He is a senior environmental protection specialist for the Bonneville Power Administration in Portland, Oregon and has been working in the environmental field since 1985. He serves as the Program Manager for Environmental Land Actions within Bonneville. His responsibilities include conducting all levels of environmental site assessments, compliance audits, negotiating environmental issues on real estate transactions, preparing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, acquiring regulatory permits, providing oversight on cultural resource assessments, and general project management. Given that his service area includes six states; Fred has thorough understanding of the many variations in Federal and state environmental requirements as they relate right-of way projects.
Fred is a designated “Environmental Professional” as defined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the purposes of conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments. He has conducted over 500 Phase I assessments for Bonneville. Prior to Bonneville, Fred worked as an environmental planner for the U.S. Army corps of Engineers. Fred has served as an active instructor for IRWA since 2005 specializing in environmental courses. He has been actively involved in the development of the IRWA environmental course curriculum since 2000 and serves as an IRWA subject matter expert. He has twice served as the Chair of the IRWA International Environment Committee, past Region 7 Chair, and past IRWA Chapter 3 President. He has received the Chapter 3 and Region 7 “Professional of the Year” awards as well as being a finalist for IRWA’s Frank C. Balfour “Professional of the Year” Award. Fred has a Masters Degree from California State University, Chico and a BS Degree from Unity College, Unity Maine. |
Course 503 - Mobile Home Relocation
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
June 20, 2024
Virtual
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About the Course
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About the Instructor
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Course 503 is designed for the experienced practitioner involved in providing relocation assistance to mobile home occupants, either as owners or tenants of the coach and/or site. The course covers mobile homes, real or personal property, categories of mobile home displacees and general relocation benefits for mobile home occupants. It also discusses typical problems presented by mobile home relocations such as zoning, replacement resources, and entry requirements.
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Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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Course 504 - Computing Replacement Housing Payments
Sponsored by IRWA Headquarters
June 10-11, 2024
Virtual
NEW CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM ACT WILL BE DISCUSSED!
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About the Instructor
Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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About the Course
Course 504 is designed for participants with thorough knowledge and experience implementing the Uniform Act. Realistic and complex situations are used as if the participants have been assigned to a small project requiring the relocation of the occupants of twelve (12) residential properties. The household surveys have been conducted and a copy of each interview sheet is contained in the materials provided. The participants act as the individuals assigned to compute the replacement housing payments on behalf of the Agency. Participants should have the knowledge to calculate basic payments, as group discussions and exercises maximizing practical application of the cases studies will be the emphasis of this course.
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Topics:
- The importance of collecting the pertinent information at the interview stage;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 90-day occupants;
- Aliens not lawfully present;
- Replacement Housing Payments for less than 90-day occupants;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 180-day owner occupants;
- Legal reference: The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) as amended; and
- Regulatory Reference: 49 CFR part 24.
Course 802 - Legal Aspects of Easements
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 4 (Puget Sound)
May 28, 2024
Virtual
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About the Instructor
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About the Course
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Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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In this course, terminology and concepts are brought to life with examples and exercises. By gaining a thorough understanding of all relevant legal considerations, right of way professionals become better equipped to avoid future problems in the appraisal, acquisition and management of easements.
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Course 801 - United States Land Titles
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 1 (Los Angeles)
April 29-30, 2024
Virtual
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Course: 801 - U.S. Land Titles
Date: April 29-30, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Place: Virtual Tuition: $415 - Member / $520 - Non-Member Materials: $0 - PDF / $30 - Black/White Copy |
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About the Course
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About the Instructor
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Building upon prior professional knowledge, this course provides participants with information regarding the analysis of abstracts to determine who must execute a conveyance. Participants will become familiar with terminology such as title estates, covenants, liens, encumbrances, and contracts; and will also understand the preparation of chains of title from public records.
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Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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Course 504 - Computing Replacement Housing Payments
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 3 (Portland)
April 10-11, 2024
Virtual
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About the Instructor
Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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About the Course
Course 504 is designed for participants with thorough knowledge and experience implementing the Uniform Act. Realistic and complex situations are used as if the participants have been assigned to a small project requiring the relocation of the occupants of twelve (12) residential properties. The household surveys have been conducted and a copy of each interview sheet is contained in the materials provided. The participants act as the individuals assigned to compute the replacement housing payments on behalf of the Agency. Participants should have the knowledge to calculate basic payments, as group discussions and exercises maximizing practical application of the cases studies will be the emphasis of this course.
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Topics:
- The importance of collecting the pertinent information at the interview stage;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 90-day occupants;
- Aliens not lawfully present;
- Replacement Housing Payments for less than 90-day occupants;
- Replacement Housing Payments for 180-day owner occupants;
- Legal reference - The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) as amended; and
- Regulatory Reference 49 CFR part 24.
Course 503 - Mobile Home Relocation
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 39 (South Texas)
March 21, 2024
Virtual
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About the Course
Course 503 is designed for the experienced practitioner involved in providing relocation assistance to mobile home occupants, either as owners or tenants of the coach and/or site. The course covers mobile homes, real or personal property, categories of mobile home displacees and general relocation benefits for mobile home occupants. It also discusses typical problems presented by mobile home relocations such as zoning, replacement resources, and entry requirements.
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About the Instructor
Darryl Root, R/W-RAC has successfully led and trained acquisition/relocation consultants and sub-consulting firms while managing such services as real estate appraisal, F&E appraisal, title and escrow, environmental, and property management. These services have been performed throughout the United States and Canada including the states of Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Missouri, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Washington, North Dakota, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Indiana, Georgia, Guam and the provinces of Alberta and Ontario. He also prepares and reviews various proposals for competitive bids. Mr. Root has more than 20 years of professional real estate experience involving acquisition of right of way, as well as residential and commercial relocation assistance. He is a frequent contributor to the IRWA Magazine and has spoken at every IRWA annual education seminar since 2006. He was a Senior Right of Way Project Manager at HDR. Mr. Root currently works for LA Metro in Southern California.
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Course 145 - Overview of the Uniform Act Requirements
Sponsored by IRWA Chapter 67 (Orange County)
March 7, 2024
Virtual
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About the Instructor
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About the Course
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Lee Hamre, SR/WA, R/W-RAC, R/W-RAC has worked in right of way since 1992, and has served as President and CEO at H.C. Peck and Associates, Inc. since 2003. During this time, she has provided comprehensive acquisition, relocation assistance and real estate project management services under the Uniform Act for transportation, affordable housing/community development and GSA projects throughout the U.S. Since 2004, Lee has acted as Real Estate Project Management Oversight Specialist for FTA funded projects nationwide providing technical assistance and ongoing review of projects’ regulatory compliance. Lee is a CLIMB certified instructor for all International Right of Way Association’s (IRWA) relocation courses and was the recipient of IRWA’s Frank C. Balfour Professional of the Year Award in 2006. She also served as IRWA’s International President from 2014-2015.
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This course offers a general understanding of the rules and the negative impacts of URA non-compliance on projects, including the possible loss of Federal funding, and provides a balanced view of all aspects of the rule and an introduction to the interdependent nature of disciplines involved in infrastructure projects. This course does not focus on the intricacies of requirements, nor does it put too heavy an emphasis on the more complicated relocation assistance calculations and provisions. It is intended to provide a hands-on experience and heavily relies upon individual and group participation in examining (and demystifying) the URA regulations. The participants will be asked to read aloud certain sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and provide subsequent comment and reflection. Anyone not comfortable with this may simply choose to pass to the next reader and is always welcome to participate in other ways.
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Course 145 - Overview of the Uniform Act Requirements &
Course 219 - Adult Communication Principles and Methods
Course 421 - The Valuation of Partial Acquisitions
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Offering Chapter: 42 (San Jose)
What: In-Person Course Date: September 26-29, 2023 Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: Valley Water 1020 Blossom Hill Road Evergreen Training Room San Jose, CA 95118 |
Course Description:
Participants will learn how to determine and appraise the larger parcel, techniques for appraising the part acquired, identifying and measuring various types of damages, and how to value the remainder after acquisitions. The course introduces ways to handle special benefits and explores the before and after approach (how, why and when), and includes numerous exercises and case studies to aid in understanding.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is geared toward experienced appraisers who are in the process of conducting partial acquisitions and deals with the special problems of the valuation of partial acquisition, both fee/easement.
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Participants will learn how to determine and appraise the larger parcel, techniques for appraising the part acquired, identifying and measuring various types of damages, and how to value the remainder after acquisitions. The course introduces ways to handle special benefits and explores the before and after approach (how, why and when), and includes numerous exercises and case studies to aid in understanding.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is geared toward experienced appraisers who are in the process of conducting partial acquisitions and deals with the special problems of the valuation of partial acquisition, both fee/easement.
TOPICS:
- Review of the basic principles and the valuation process
- Utilization of both Federal (“Before and After”) Rule and the State (Summation) Method in the valuation of partial acquisitions
- Allocation of the partial acquisition compensation among its components (i.e., value of the part taken, damages to the remainder, benefits to the remainder, cost to cure)
- Application of various methods to analyze and quantify the impacts of partial acquisitions on remainder properties
- Analysis of both temporary and permanent easements and valuation techniques
- How to become a better expert witness
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Larry Castellanos, SR/WA, earned his MBA with an emphasis in finance from the University of San Francisco and his Bachelor of Science Degree in business administration with a concentration in finance from CSU, Sacramento. Mr. Castellanos joined Associated Right of Way Services, Inc. in 1997 and currently serves as vice president of operations. He is responsible for project management of multi-faceted projects including property appraisal, acquisition and relocation advisory assistance. He has broad knowledge and experience in property acquisition, relocation services and appraising property for public agency acquisitions.
Larry Castellanos, SR/WA, earned his MBA with an emphasis in finance from the University of San Francisco and his Bachelor of Science Degree in business administration with a concentration in finance from CSU, Sacramento. Mr. Castellanos joined Associated Right of Way Services, Inc. in 1997 and currently serves as vice president of operations. He is responsible for project management of multi-faceted projects including property appraisal, acquisition and relocation advisory assistance. He has broad knowledge and experience in property acquisition, relocation services and appraising property for public agency acquisitions.
Course 102 - Elevating Your Ethical Awareness
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Offering Chapter: 67 (Orange County)
What: Instructor-Led Virtual Course Date: April 8, 2022 Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: Virtual |
Course Description:
This course is intended to help resolve ethics and compliance issues by providing the information, tools and resources necessary to make good decisions. Participants will leave this course with an overview of IRWA’s Code of Conduct, Rules and Standards. These are what guide us and provide an understanding of how to apply this knowledge in serving our clients and members in the utmost ethical manner while always striving to fulfill our purpose of “improving the quality of people’s lives through infrastructure development."
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is intended to help resolve ethics and compliance issues by providing the information, tools and resources necessary to make good decisions. Participants will leave this course with an overview of IRWA’s Code of Conduct, Rules and Standards. These are what guide us and provide an understanding of how to apply this knowledge in serving our clients and members in the utmost ethical manner while always striving to fulfill our purpose of “improving the quality of people’s lives through infrastructure development."
Who Should Take This Course:
- New and experienced right of way/infrastructure professionals worldwide
- Professionals desiring to raise their standard of ethical and fair business practice
- To elevate ethical awareness in our industry to ensure we serve our clients and the profession to the highest standard
- To provide a clear understanding and clarity of our Code of Ethics, Ethical Rules and Standards
- To be educated on the risks associated with non-ethical behavior
- To cultivate an active presence of ethical awareness in daily work and life
- To nurture an understanding of Ethics as a concept and social construct
INSTRUCTOR:
Conner McDonald, SR/WA is a Right-of-Way Consultant working on projects throughout California and Nevada. Conner’s practice in the real estate and right-of-way industry has spanned 15 years, providing services to Public Agencies, Utilities, Non-Profits, and Educational Institutions. With specialties in land rights, negotiation, acquisition, condemnation, and land management, Conner has provided advising and consultancy to clients on a diverse array of projects, from transportation to flood control, including The California High-Speed Rail Project, The Feather River West Levee Rehabilitation Project, PG&E’s Community Pipeline Safety Initiative, and various land management, road widening, utility, and pipeline projects throughout Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Sonoma, Sutter, Yuba, and Butte Counties. Conner has served with the IRWA since 2012, and is currently Secretary of Region 1 and Vice-Chair of the International Public Agency Committee. He also serves as a Region 1 Young Professionals Liaison.
Conner McDonald, SR/WA is a Right-of-Way Consultant working on projects throughout California and Nevada. Conner’s practice in the real estate and right-of-way industry has spanned 15 years, providing services to Public Agencies, Utilities, Non-Profits, and Educational Institutions. With specialties in land rights, negotiation, acquisition, condemnation, and land management, Conner has provided advising and consultancy to clients on a diverse array of projects, from transportation to flood control, including The California High-Speed Rail Project, The Feather River West Levee Rehabilitation Project, PG&E’s Community Pipeline Safety Initiative, and various land management, road widening, utility, and pipeline projects throughout Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Sonoma, Sutter, Yuba, and Butte Counties. Conner has served with the IRWA since 2012, and is currently Secretary of Region 1 and Vice-Chair of the International Public Agency Committee. He also serves as a Region 1 Young Professionals Liaison.
Course 205 - Bargaining Negotiations
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Offering Chapter: 67 (Orange County)
What: Instructor-Led Virtual Course Date: April 4 & 5, 2022 (2-day course) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: Virtual |
Course Description:
This course teaches the skills required to win at bargaining negotiations. Problem-solving negotiations are widely accepted as the preferred type of negotiations. However, successful acquisition professionals must be effective at both bargaining and problem-solving negotiations so they are thoroughly prepared in the event that they encounter an attorney or property owner who insists upon a hard bargaining stance.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for right of way professionals who are dedicated to reaching optimum agreements even when they encounter negotiators who pursue more conflict-oriented negotiation styles.
TOPICS:
This course teaches the skills required to win at bargaining negotiations. Problem-solving negotiations are widely accepted as the preferred type of negotiations. However, successful acquisition professionals must be effective at both bargaining and problem-solving negotiations so they are thoroughly prepared in the event that they encounter an attorney or property owner who insists upon a hard bargaining stance.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for right of way professionals who are dedicated to reaching optimum agreements even when they encounter negotiators who pursue more conflict-oriented negotiation styles.
TOPICS:
- Distinguish between integrative and bargaining negotiations
- Articulate the basic concepts in the funnel technique to integrative negotiations
- Discuss and employ characteristics of successful bargaining negotiations
- Exhibit interpersonal communication skills of successful negotiators
- Understand tough tactics and manipulative ploys and negative outcomes and learn ways to counter or use them to advantage in bargaining negotiations
INSTRUCTOR:
Krista Chambers, SR/WA began her right-of-way career at the Montana Department of Transportation in Great Falls, MT. Krista spent the first 15 years with MDT, specializing in difficult negotiations and covering hundreds of miles of right-of-way projects. In 2018, Krista accepted a position with HDR Engineering Inc., as a Project Manager and moved to Washington. She has spent her career involved in all phases of right of way (Project scoping, appraisal / appraisal review, acquisition, negotiation, relocation assistance and property (asset) management). In addition to her career experience, she holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Communications from Montana State University and is a CLIMB Certified Instructor. Krista is currently the IRWA Region 7 Secretary and on the International Professional Education Committee. She is the recipient of the IRWA 2018 Region 7 Professional of the Year, served on the International Finance Committee and also served two years as the IRWA Region 7 International Nominations and Elections Committee Representative. She holds a Broker’s license in the State of WA and is currently the President of the Northwestern Chapter of the National Scleroderma Foundation.
Cyndi Whelpley, SR/WA started her right of way career with Caltrans in 1992 after graduating from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration. She moved to Washington state in 2000 and worked for Puget Sound Energy and Washington State Dept. of Transportation and is currently a Senior R/W Agent with Universal Field Services, Inc. working as a consultant to local public agencies. She has also served in the U.S. Naval Reserves with Seabee battalions in the Pacific Fleet, NAS Whidbey Island VR-61 squadron and with the Vice Admiral of the Naval Reserve. Cyndi is a past recipient of the Chapter 4 Professional of the Year award and a 2018 Balfour Award Finalist. Currently, Cyndi serves the IRWA as Region 7 Vice Chair. Cyndi has been an IRWA member for 19 years and holds the SR/WA designation as a member of Chapter 4 in Bellevue, WA. She has earned a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Chapman College and completed the University of Washington’s Project Management Certification program. When she’s not in her office, you will find her actively supporting her community. She has a heart of service and volunteers with the youth football & cheer, is a Board member on the Scleroderma Foundation, and an advocate for high-risk youth and addiction recovery services.
Krista Chambers, SR/WA began her right-of-way career at the Montana Department of Transportation in Great Falls, MT. Krista spent the first 15 years with MDT, specializing in difficult negotiations and covering hundreds of miles of right-of-way projects. In 2018, Krista accepted a position with HDR Engineering Inc., as a Project Manager and moved to Washington. She has spent her career involved in all phases of right of way (Project scoping, appraisal / appraisal review, acquisition, negotiation, relocation assistance and property (asset) management). In addition to her career experience, she holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Communications from Montana State University and is a CLIMB Certified Instructor. Krista is currently the IRWA Region 7 Secretary and on the International Professional Education Committee. She is the recipient of the IRWA 2018 Region 7 Professional of the Year, served on the International Finance Committee and also served two years as the IRWA Region 7 International Nominations and Elections Committee Representative. She holds a Broker’s license in the State of WA and is currently the President of the Northwestern Chapter of the National Scleroderma Foundation.
Cyndi Whelpley, SR/WA started her right of way career with Caltrans in 1992 after graduating from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration. She moved to Washington state in 2000 and worked for Puget Sound Energy and Washington State Dept. of Transportation and is currently a Senior R/W Agent with Universal Field Services, Inc. working as a consultant to local public agencies. She has also served in the U.S. Naval Reserves with Seabee battalions in the Pacific Fleet, NAS Whidbey Island VR-61 squadron and with the Vice Admiral of the Naval Reserve. Cyndi is a past recipient of the Chapter 4 Professional of the Year award and a 2018 Balfour Award Finalist. Currently, Cyndi serves the IRWA as Region 7 Vice Chair. Cyndi has been an IRWA member for 19 years and holds the SR/WA designation as a member of Chapter 4 in Bellevue, WA. She has earned a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Chapman College and completed the University of Washington’s Project Management Certification program. When she’s not in her office, you will find her actively supporting her community. She has a heart of service and volunteers with the youth football & cheer, is a Board member on the Scleroderma Foundation, and an advocate for high-risk youth and addiction recovery services.
Course 506 - Advanced Business Relocation Assistance
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Offering Chapter: 44 (Las Vegas)
What: Instructor-Led In-Person Course Date: March 21 to 22, 2022 (2-day course) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: City of Las Vegas (1st Floor Training Room 1 & 2, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101) |
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Alis Gause, SR/WA, R/W-NAC 8325 Preppy Fox Ave Las Vegas, NV 89131 Phone: (702) 960-8075 Email: [email protected] |
Chapter 44 is offering discounts for any single employer that sends three or more people to a class.
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Course Description:
This course begins with a pre-assessment of the participants’ knowledge, followed by case study analysis of complex business relocation issues which require a thorough understanding of the relocation process and the Uniform Act. A detailed analysis of each case study is provided so participants understand the lead agency’s theory behind its interpretation of the situation. Facts are applied in order to simulate a relocation that is consistent with the intent of the Uniform Act.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation assistance.
TOPICS:
This course begins with a pre-assessment of the participants’ knowledge, followed by case study analysis of complex business relocation issues which require a thorough understanding of the relocation process and the Uniform Act. A detailed analysis of each case study is provided so participants understand the lead agency’s theory behind its interpretation of the situation. Facts are applied in order to simulate a relocation that is consistent with the intent of the Uniform Act.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation assistance.
TOPICS:
- Loss of Tangible Personal Property
- Substitute Personal Property
- Re-Establishment Expenses
- Owner Related Expenses
- Advanced Business Relocation Theory
- Adapting Utilities to Machinery and Equipment
- Fixed Payments
INSTRUCTOR:
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Course 502 - Non-Residential Relocation Assistance
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Offering Chapter: 44 (Las Vegas)
What: Instructor-Led In-Person Course Date: February 22 to 23, 2022 (2-day course) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: City of Las Vegas (1st Floor Training Room 1 & 2, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101) |
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Alis Gause, SR/WA, R/W-NAC 8325 Preppy Fox Ave Las Vegas, NV 89131 Phone: (702) 960-8075 Email: [email protected] |
Chapter 44 is offering discounts for any single employer that sends three or more people to a class.
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Course Description:
This course presents the processes necessary to relocate a business. Participants will learn how to apply provisions of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, in conjunction with the Surface Transportation and Relocation Assistance Act of 1987, and subsequent revisions, to the relocation of non-residential entities.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed to provide the fundamentals of nonresidential relocation to right of way professionals.
TOPICS:
This course presents the processes necessary to relocate a business. Participants will learn how to apply provisions of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, in conjunction with the Surface Transportation and Relocation Assistance Act of 1987, and subsequent revisions, to the relocation of non-residential entities.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed to provide the fundamentals of nonresidential relocation to right of way professionals.
TOPICS:
- General eligibility requirements
- Relocation planning
- Identification of personal property
- Advisory assistance
- Payments for property not moved
- Re-establishment vs. move
- Fixed payments for businesses, nonprofit organizations and farms
- Appeals process
INSTRUCTOR:
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Course 505 - Advanced Residential Relocation Assistance
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Offering Chapter: 44 (Las Vegas)
What: Instructor-Led In-Person Course Date: February 9, 2022 (1-day course) (NOTE: the materials state January 20, but this course has been postponed to the February date in light of COVID) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: City of Las Vegas (1st Floor Training Room 1 & 2, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101) |
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Alis Gause, SR/WA, R/W-NAC 8325 Preppy Fox Ave Las Vegas, NV 89131 Phone: (702) 960-8075 Email: [email protected] |
Chapter 44 is offering discounts for any single employer that sends three or more people to a class.
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Course Description:
This course requires a thorough understanding of the relocation process. This course begins with an awareness exam; then, in case-study format, covers residential relocation issues. There is a detailed analysis of each case study so that participants understand the lead agency’s theory behind its interpretation of the situation. Facts are applied in order to simulate a relocation that is consistent with the intent of the Uniform Act.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation ass.
TOPICS:
This course requires a thorough understanding of the relocation process. This course begins with an awareness exam; then, in case-study format, covers residential relocation issues. There is a detailed analysis of each case study so that participants understand the lead agency’s theory behind its interpretation of the situation. Facts are applied in order to simulate a relocation that is consistent with the intent of the Uniform Act.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation ass.
TOPICS:
- General eligibility requirements
- Large Dwelling/Small Household
- Seasonal Residences
- Relocatees Receiving Public Assistance
- DS & S Standards and Occupancy Codes
- Barrier Free Housing
- Major Exterior Attributes and Carve-Outs
- Partial Interest Owners
INSTRUCTOR:
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Course 504 - Computing Replacement Housing Payments
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Offering Chapter: 44 (Las Vegas)
What: Instructor-Led In-Person Course Date: February 7 to 8, 2022 (2-day course) (NOTE: the materials state January 18 to 19, but this course has been postponed to the February dates in light of COVID) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: City of Las Vegas (1st Floor Training Room 1 & 2, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101) |
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Alis Gause, SR/WA, R/W-NAC 8325 Preppy Fox Ave Las Vegas, NV 89131 Phone: (702) 960-8075 Email: [email protected] |
Chapter 44 is offering discounts for any single employer that sends three or more people to a class.
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Chapter 44 is also offering a significant discount for anyone that signs up in advance for all of the remaining courses.
Please register through Alis Gause directly to take advantage of these discounts!
Course Description:
This course is designed for participants with thorough knowledge and experience implementing the Uniform Act. Realistic and complex situations are used as if the participants have been assigned to a small project requiring the relocation of the occupants of twelve (12) residential properties. The household surveys have been conducted and a copy of each interview sheet is contained in the materials provided. The participants act as the individuals assigned to compute the replacement housing payments on behalf of the Agency. Participants should have the knowledge to calculate basic payments, as group discussions and exercises maximizing practical application of the cases studies will be the emphasis of this course.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is intended for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation assistance.
TOPICS:
This course is designed for participants with thorough knowledge and experience implementing the Uniform Act. Realistic and complex situations are used as if the participants have been assigned to a small project requiring the relocation of the occupants of twelve (12) residential properties. The household surveys have been conducted and a copy of each interview sheet is contained in the materials provided. The participants act as the individuals assigned to compute the replacement housing payments on behalf of the Agency. Participants should have the knowledge to calculate basic payments, as group discussions and exercises maximizing practical application of the cases studies will be the emphasis of this course.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is intended for experienced right of way practitioners who are in the field of relocation assistance.
TOPICS:
- The importance of collecting the pertinent information at the interview stage
- Replacement Housing Payments for 90-day occupants
- Aliens not lawfully present
- Replacement Housing Payments for less than 90-day occupants
- Replacement Housing Payments for 180-day owner occupants
- Legal reference - The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) as amended
- Regulatory Reference 49CFR part 24
INSTRUCTOR:
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Leslie Findlay, SR/WA, R/W-RAC is the Manager of Right of Way Operations for Tierra Right of Way Services, Ltd.’s (Tierra’s), Pacific Northwest branch. Leslie has been involved in right of way activities since 1998 and is considered a subject matter expert. Prior to joining Tierra, she served as a Project Manager for Universal Field Services at Sound Transit in Seattle, and she spent 15 years working in Real Estate Services at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). At WSDOT, Leslie was responsible for the development and implementation of training courses for staff, consultant, and local agency employees. She also performed quality assurance oversight, provided relocation assistance services, and conducted project certification reviews on Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)–funded projects in Washington. Throughout her career, Leslie has served in leadership roles, provided training, and acted as a mentor to other Agents and employees. Leslie holds the SR/WA designation and R/W-RAC certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA). She serves as a member of the IRWA’s International Professional Education Committee (IPEC), is a former leader of the IRWA’s International Relocation Assistance Committee, is a past President of IRWA’s Puget Sound Chapter, and was named Chapter Professional of the Year in 2014 and Region 7 Professional of the Year in 2019. She is also a certified CLIMB instructor.
Course 900 - Principles of Real Estate Engineering
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Offering Chapter: 47 (Santa Barbara)
What: Instructor-Led In-Person Course Date: October 28 to 29, 2021 (2-day course) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Where: Spyglass Inn Restaurant (2703 Spyglass Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) Accommodations: Spyglass Inn (2705 Spyglass Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449; Phone: (805) 773-4855) |
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Jennifer Mizrahi 530 Paulding Circle, Suite A Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 Phone: (805) 773-1459 Fax: (805) 773-2418 Email: [email protected] |
Course Description:
With the use of lecture, questions and answers, exercise methods and graphic illustrations, participants in this course will learn how to use engineering tools and will gain basic skills in reading and interpreting information contained on engineering plans. Participants will also learn how to read, understand and plot simple descriptions using the most common methods of property descriptions.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for the novice or new non-engineer employee but is also a valuable refresher course for experienced agents.
TOPICS:
With the use of lecture, questions and answers, exercise methods and graphic illustrations, participants in this course will learn how to use engineering tools and will gain basic skills in reading and interpreting information contained on engineering plans. Participants will also learn how to read, understand and plot simple descriptions using the most common methods of property descriptions.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is designed for the novice or new non-engineer employee but is also a valuable refresher course for experienced agents.
TOPICS:
- Understanding the basic principles of engineering drawings
- Understanding and interpreting information on plans
- Using an engineer’s scale to determine distances
- Identifying types of highway curves
- Determining the effects of a project on a property
- Understanding the background of property descriptions
- Become knowledgeable of the basic features of property descriptions
- Become familiar with the most common systems and methods of property descriptions
- Writing and plotting property descriptions using various methods
INSTRUCTOR:
Laura Henry Slye, SR/WA began her career in 1981 as a cartographer (scriber) and mapmaker working for an aerial photogrammetric firm and a geological & cadastral surveying firm in Anchorage, Alaska. She earned her associates degree in Civil Engineering in 1984, has worked for several private surveying and engineering firms and has spent most of her career in the public sector delivering capital road projects. Laura has over 30 years of experience in surveying, mapping, GIS, ROW, roadway design, construction inspection, and writing land descriptions for land acquisition. She earned her BA in Communications with a minor in Leadership in 2014. Currently, she is a senior right-of-way agent at Clark County Public Works located in Southwest Washington State. Laura excels at bridging the communication gap between engineers and everyday people and has a talent of explaining complex technical ideas in simple terms so others may understand. Finally, she is an active member in her local chapter of Toastmasters International.
Laura Henry Slye, SR/WA began her career in 1981 as a cartographer (scriber) and mapmaker working for an aerial photogrammetric firm and a geological & cadastral surveying firm in Anchorage, Alaska. She earned her associates degree in Civil Engineering in 1984, has worked for several private surveying and engineering firms and has spent most of her career in the public sector delivering capital road projects. Laura has over 30 years of experience in surveying, mapping, GIS, ROW, roadway design, construction inspection, and writing land descriptions for land acquisition. She earned her BA in Communications with a minor in Leadership in 2014. Currently, she is a senior right-of-way agent at Clark County Public Works located in Southwest Washington State. Laura excels at bridging the communication gap between engineers and everyday people and has a talent of explaining complex technical ideas in simple terms so others may understand. Finally, she is an active member in her local chapter of Toastmasters International.
Course 703 - Real Property/Asset Management
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Offering Chapter: 27 (Sacramento)
Where: Instructor-Led Virtual Course Date: 6/24/2021 (1-day course) Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific CEU Credits: 8.00 Cost: $265.00 (Member) / $330.00 (Non-Member) |
Course Description:
This intensive course is designed to teach participants the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce and implement an asset management program within an organization. Asset management is the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets. Participants will explore the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is geared toward right of way professionals and individuals who manage real estate for organizations (large or small) who are in need of additional resources to adequately meet the defined mission of their organization.
TOPICS:
This intensive course is designed to teach participants the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce and implement an asset management program within an organization. Asset management is the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets. Participants will explore the comprehensively planned management of a diverse portfolio of real estate for the optimum use of available assets.
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is geared toward right of way professionals and individuals who manage real estate for organizations (large or small) who are in need of additional resources to adequately meet the defined mission of their organization.
TOPICS:
- Definition of asset management
- Aspects, considerations and goals of asset management
- Prerequisites of successful asset management
- Identifying the need for asset management
- Establishing an asset management program
- Steps and team formation
- Implementation of asset management programs
- Strategies and computer assistance options
INSTRUCTOR:
Lisa L. Amos, SR/WA has over 30 years real estate experience, and since 2018 as Real Estate Program Manager with the City of Glendale, Arizona. Previously she was Property Management Supervisor with Maricopa County, Arizona, overseeing a flood control district’s and transportation department’s real estate holdings. From 1984-2000 Ms. Amos managed a Fortune 500 industrial company’s Arizona and New Mexico real estate holdings. She is former PDC chair of IRWA Kachina chapter #28, and a past president of the greater Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction. Ms. Amos is a Planning Commissioner for a local municipality and city appointed member of an EPA Superfund site advisory group. She holds an Arizona real estate license, and completed her AAS degree in Mass Communication, BS degree in real estate, and Masters degree in Public Administration. She facilitates IRWA 700 series courses.
Lisa L. Amos, SR/WA has over 30 years real estate experience, and since 2018 as Real Estate Program Manager with the City of Glendale, Arizona. Previously she was Property Management Supervisor with Maricopa County, Arizona, overseeing a flood control district’s and transportation department’s real estate holdings. From 1984-2000 Ms. Amos managed a Fortune 500 industrial company’s Arizona and New Mexico real estate holdings. She is former PDC chair of IRWA Kachina chapter #28, and a past president of the greater Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction. Ms. Amos is a Planning Commissioner for a local municipality and city appointed member of an EPA Superfund site advisory group. She holds an Arizona real estate license, and completed her AAS degree in Mass Communication, BS degree in real estate, and Masters degree in Public Administration. She facilitates IRWA 700 series courses.