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Committee Report Are you aware of what’s going on politically? By Louise Potter, REALTOR® Chair Governmental Affairs Committee Is there anyone who has not discussed politics lately? From healthcare on the national level to local issues, awareness has definitely risen. The Columbus Board of REALTORS®’ Governmental Affairs committee has also set its sights on raising that awareness. This year we have set some new goals and are utilizing programs available to us through our associations to make us the leader of policy in central Ohio. In this mid-term election year, the presence of Gavin Blair as CBR’s Governmental Affairs Director is helping us move quickly toward that goal. Gavin works closely with the CBR, OAR and NAR on the political front and is in constant contact with the statehouse, Capitol Hill and the candidates who we support through our CORPAC efforts and donations. Your dues and contributions do make a difference. One example of this is that Gavin is currently working closely with the City of Columbus on their vacant housing legislation which, in its present form, would be highly detrimental to property owners, investors and the real estate community in general. NAR has a program called the Land Use Initiative which Gavin is using to assist the city. By working with NAR attorneys and staff as well as with the city, they are close to drafting more viable and fair legislation. All of you should be a part of NAR’s REALTOR® Party and Action Center. If you have not yet joined, you need to do so today! It is as simple as going to RealtorActionCenter.com and signing up. It is free, easy and very important. We can and do make a difference. Our local political network took on new importance with Gavin’s trip to Washington D.C. late last year. With NAR’s Get Active program, we can drill down and create a REALTOR® Call to Action on even the most local level – alerting REALTORS® in specific areas when issues of interest or concern need addressed. We as a committee are also looking to identify the REALTOR® leaders in all our central Ohio communities to help us monitor important issues that affect property rights and are good policy, while noticing candidates of either party that support the mission of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®. Other action items include a Governmental Affairs Steering committee. This group, approved by the Board of Directors, is comprised of an appointed mix of leadership, committee chairs, residential and commercial REALTORS®. The role of this committee is to act on issues of immediate concern, increasing our responsiveness and, therefore, effectiveness. In addition, our meetings will be informative and timely. They will include presentations by our REALTOR® members who currently hold office as well as updates from OAR and NAR lobbyists, commercial issues, mortgage industry updates and topics that affect us and our industry. At our first meeting we were fortunate to include a very informative session with our own Ted Celeste, who represents Ohio’s 24th District. We look forward to our next meeting in May where we will be bringing back the latest from Washington following the NAR Mid-Year Legislative Meetings. Governmental Affairs is also looking to increase its support and presence with CORPAC. These funds are critical in creating and supporting good public policy and REALTOR® friendly candidates. If you have not yet given to CORPAC, please do so and attend the upcoming Auction on May 27 at the new Audubon Center on the Whittier Peninsula. It should be a great evening of fun in a beautiful setting for a worthwhile cause! Call CBR for details or register online at ColumbusRealtors.com. And, last but not least, is our fall Legislative Reception on October 14 at the Capital Club. This is one of the most popular events in central Ohio political circles. Our goal this year is to increase attendance by both the invitees and by our own members who are hosts for the evening. It is always something to look forward to and a great way to personally meet those who represent us on every level. The role of the Governmental Affairs committee is growing and taking on a new importance. It is an exciting time and we encourage you to join us. Come and play a part in making our industry and community the best it can be. We are well on our way to our goal as policy leader in central Ohio. www.ColumbusRealtors.com • In Contract Magazine • May/June 2010 • 17
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