
Effective Financing Structures for Port Authorities
Presenters: Jason Tiemeier & Timothy Barry
Description: Explore financing programs and structures that port authorities can utilize to foster development. This webinar will focus on a variety of transaction types and structures such as capital leases, conduit bonds, loan funds, Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing, among others, while providing insights into legal frameworks, partnership models, and successful case studies.
Non-Member Price: $10 per person
Member Price: Free

Leveraging Port Authorities in Residential Housing Development
Presenters: Jackie Lewis & Colin Kalvas
Description: Discover how port authorities can play a pivotal role in residential housing projects. This session will discuss strategies for financing housing developments, including the use of tax incentives, public-private partnerships, and innovative funding models to address community housing needs. Presenters will address the unique challenges port authorities face in residential housing projects.
Non-Member Price: $10 per person
Member Price: Free

Industrial Site Development: Lessons from the Field
Presenters: Rob McCarthy, Marla Akridge, & Shaw Starlin
Description: Delve into the complexities of industrial site development with insights from seasoned professionals. This webinar will share lessons learned from notable projects, including a port authority TIF bond and capital lease structure used to land an international manufacturer, the largest economic development in the community’s recent history. Discussion will include challenges faced, solutions implemented, and key takeaways for future developments.
Non-Member Price: $10
Member Price: Free

Establishing Sustainable Revenue Streams: Integrating CRA, NCA, and TIF
Presenters: Tyler Bridge & Adam Seeley
Description: Understand how to effectively layer Community Reinvestment Areas (CRA), New Community Authorities (NCA), and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to create robust revenue streams for development projects. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of each tool and demonstrate strategies for their successful integration.
Non-Member Price: $10 per person
Member Price: Free

When Good Deals Go Bad – Remedies in Public Finance Transactions
Presenters: Caleb Bell & Darby Dooley
Description: Even well-structured public finance transactions can encounter unforeseen challenges. This webinar explores real-world examples of distressed deals and discusses legal, financial, and strategic remedies to navigate and rectify such situations.
Non-Member Price: $10 per person
Member Price: Free

Port Authority & Bond Fund Fundamentals
Presenters: Colin Kalvas & Austin Musser
Description: Gain a foundational understanding of port authorities and their role in facilitating economic development through bond financing. This session will cover the basics of establishing and operating a port authority, the mechanics of bond funds, and how these instruments can be leveraged to support local projects. Presenters will include a comprehensive overview of port authorities' roles, powers, and operational structures including ability to own land, set fees, levy taxes, and involvement in economic development projects.
Non-Member Price: $10 per person
Member Price: Free