Broward plans redevelopment conference

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Broward plans redevelopment conference

Citing the need to fuel "good growth" in Broward County, myriad groups are to take part in a senior-level conference that focuses on managing the challenges and opportunities of redevelopment.

The group of elected officials, economic development and government planning professionals, private developers, business leaders and local residents are to attend "Redevelopment in Broward County - Successful Collaboration Between Developers & Government."

The program, presented by the Broward Alliance, is to be from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Jan. 25, on the campus of Nova Southeastern University in Davie.

The half-day event was originally scheduled for October, but postponed due to Hurricane Wilma.

"Lack of public education about redevelopment results in misunderstanding and lack of support for projects that can enhance our economy and quality of life," said Ron Drew, director of business development for the Broward Alliance. "This event will educate and enlighten everyone about how we can all work effectively to make redevelopment a force for positive change that best benefits all of Broward County."

Scheduled topics and speakers include:

• "Redevelopment: Issues and Options for 21st Century Broward" - Frank Schnidman (Florida Atlantic University)
• "Best Redevelopment Practices - A Global View" - Elizabeth Seifel (Seifel Consulting)
• "The Housing Component in Broward" - James Carras (Broward Housing Partnership)
• "The Potential of Redevelopment" (panel discussion) - Moderator: James F. Murley (Florida Atlantic University); Panelists: J. Gary Rogers (city of Lauderdale Lakes), Charles Siemon (Siemon & Larsen), Norman Taylor (Broward County Office of Economic Development)

The conference is also to include a showcase of current and planned projects from cities and developers and distribution of a redevelopment toolkit containing information, guidelines and resources in Broward County.

Some attendees are also eligible to earn continuing education units during the event.

Registration is to take place at NSU's Carl DeSantis Building before attendees move to the Miniaci Performing Arts Center for the program.

The conference cost, which includes lunch and a cocktail reception, is $65 for Broward Alliance investors and $75 for guests. The alliance said it recommends reservations because space is limited.

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