Mission
The NVAR Public Policy Committee tracks legislative activities at all levels of government and recommends policy positions to the NVAR Board of Directors. Committee members assist in planning special annual legislative events, such as the legislative reception and the trip to the state Capitol, as well as mobilizing grassroots participation in calls-for-action on issues campaigns.
NVAR Government Affairs and the Public Policy Committee host various events throughout the year. These events are a fun way to advocate for the industry and network with peers and elected officials. From Legislative Receptions to our annual Realtor® Lobby Day each January during the General Assembly, there are plenty of opportunities to make your voice heard.
Committee Leaders
Chair
Ava Nguyen
Vice-Chair
Ellen Heather
Meet the Committee
Debbie Baxter
Sean Bugg
Mary Ann Burstein
Tatiana Busch
Matt Cochrane
Jonathan Coles
Kyle Crawford
Jamie DeSimone
Kiyanna Nelson
Ellen Heather (Vice – Chair)
Charles Huang
Shelia Jackson
Patricia Jordan
Matthew A Kahn
Liz Krauthammer
Raba Letteri
Joseph Martin
Jessica Navarro
Nana Noi
Ava Nguyen (Chair)
Sue Puleo
Christina Rice
Amy Riemer
Zinta Rodgers – Rickert
Maria Cristina Sison
Cassandra Welch
Abdullah Baba
Victoria Baker (Chair)
Shawn Barsness
La Tique Collette
Mary Beth Eisenhard
Jason Groah
Edary Lavilla
Billy Liao
David Raffinengo (Vice-Chair)
Angelia Rorrer
NVAR recommends comprehensive zoning changes and incentives that facilitate the voluntary market-driven production of a wide range of housing choices at all price levels to suit our diverse population, including encouraging mixed-use development.
It is essential that comprehensive plans provide for the development of owner-occupied housing, to meet existing and forecasted housing demand without unreasonable zoning and land use restrictions that lead to increased costs for housing. Updating zoning ordinances and maps to encourage mixed use with higher residential density in existing commercial areas can provide new home ownership opportunities without affecting existing residential neighborhoods.
Committee Requirements
Eligibility
This committee is open to all NVAR Realtor® members.
Time Commitment
This committee meets seven to ten times annually. The number of events per year varies. The term for this committee is one year.
Number of Committee Seats
This committee typically features up to 25 members.
Staff Liaisons
Josh Veverka
Vice President, Government Affairs
jveverka@nvar.com
Danielle Finley
Associate Director, Political Engagement
dfinley@nvar.com