2024 FCIAAO COY Submission.pdf

2024 IAAO OUTSTANDING CHAPTER/AFFILIATE AWARD SUBMISSION The Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers (FCIAAO) respectfully presents our submission for the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) 2024 Outstanding Chapter/Affiliate Award. The FCIAAO diligently pursues the goal of being one of the best chapters in the world. The information contained herein illustrates our commitment to that goal while highlighting our focus on professional development, extensive use of technology, and promotion of IAAO’s vision.

Kevin Hayes, MAI, CAE, RES, CFE, incoming FCIAAO President, presents the 2024 IAAO Outstanding Chapter/Affiliate Award Submission.

Thank you for your consideration, The FCIAAO Executive Board

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Education, Conferences, Seminars

Leadership

Achievements

Information

Leadership

Education, Conferences, Seminars

2023 Annual Tangible Personal Property Seminar 2024 Annual Conference

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About Us FCIAAO Executive Board FCIAAO Committees FCIAAO Professional Designation Committee IAAO Leadership & Committee Members

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2024 Pre-Conference Education 2024 Annual Conference Sessions 2024 FCIAAO Awards

Information

Achievements

FCIAAO Website FCIAAO Newsletter FCIAAO Social Media FCIAAO Governing Documents FCIAAO Member Benefits Board Meetings & Minutes

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IAAO Awards Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration

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Tony Hodge Educational Award IAAO Professional Designees IAAO Conference Participation

Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers

FCIAAO will be the preeminent organization for professional education, property appraisal, and Florida Tax Policy. FCIAAO is a statewide community of mass appraisal experts, who offer education and professional development opportunities in ad valorem appraisal, administration, and tax policy. Dedication and commitment to excellence for those we serve. A trusted resource, acting with honesty, integrity, and transparancy. Empowerment to develop individuals to their greatest potential. Respect for the worth and dignity of all individuals. Promotion of inclusiveness fairness, and diversity. Engaging leadership, with strong communication and a willingness to adapt. Practice of responsible stewardship of resources.

About Us The Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers serves as an educational and networking resource for public property appraisers and their staff throughout the state of Florida. The Chapter holds one annual conference in April, which includes 4 educational tracks focusing on Administration, Real Property, Exemptions and IT/GIS, along with our general session. Additionally, the chapter sponsors a Tangible Personal Property seminar annually in December. We host educational seminars and webinars throughout the year. Continuing Education Credits are available for IAAO, ASA, and DOR recertification needs. Information about specific conferences, seminars, or webinars can be found under Events on the FCIAAO website.

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FCIAAO Executive Board 2023-2024

Christopher Mitts, PPS, CFE President

St Lucie County

The FCIAAO serves as an educational and networking resource for public property appraisers and their staff throughout the state of Florida. Our mission is to offer relevant educational opportunities in ad valorem appraisal and administration, and to promote professional development of our members. The FCIAAO Executive Board is proud to have seven (7) of our members with IAAO designations.

Kevin Hayes MAI, CAE, RES, CFE

Wynta Loughrey RES, CFE 2nd Vice President Sarasota County

Renee Large AAS, EA, CFE

Gina Fletcher AAS, CPM, CSM, CFE

Dee Dee Harnish AAS, RES, CFE

Vice President Pinellas County

Treasurer Clay County

Secretary Leon County

Immediate Past President Monroe County

Kathy Rhodes CFE

Sage Sullivan MBA, PPS, RES, CFE

Opal Hudson CFE, CSM, CPM Director Hillsborough County

Nikki Pontello MPP, CFE Director St. Johns County

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Membership Director Palm Beach County

Director Duval County

Administrative Steering Committee

FCIAAO Steering Committees

Chairperson

Stacy Haynes, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Faith Dangerfield, AAS, CFE

Palm Beach County Charlotte County Pinellas County Citrus County St. Lucie County

The FCIAAO Executive Board understands that the strength and diversity of our Chapter lies with the volunteers, committees, and interaction among our members. Through the Executive Board, these committees are charged with the responsibility of reviewing the needs of the FCIAAO members and developing the timeliest, most relevant educational content for the conferences, seminars and quarterly newsletters.

Gwen Jones, AAS, CFE Hon. Cregg Dalton, CFA Katherine Hazellief

The purpose of this committee is to support the mission and commitments of the IAAO and the FCIAAO by addressing the educational and professional needs of the members as it relates to ad valorem property tax administration, employment, tax roll preparation and approval, and the appeals process. The primary responsibility of this committee is to collectively plan, organize, and develop content information for the conference, seminars, and FCIAAO newsletters. Page 5

Exemptions Steering Committee

IT/GIS Steering Committee

Chairperson

Chairperson

Palm Beach County Sarasota County Alachua County Pinellas County Sarasota County Nassau County Osceola County

Tran Maddox Lyn Andrzejewski Angela Paulauskas, CFE Alex Luca, CFE Trish Oliver, CFE

Richard Hernandez, CGCIO, ITIL, CFE Chris Lewis, CGCIO, MCSE, CFE Robert K Garst Ron Waddell, CFE Kirt Thomas, CCF, CFE

Palm Beach County Leon County

St. Lucie County Volusia County Orange County

Nekisha Smith, CFE Alison Martin, CFE

The purpose of this committee is to support the mission and commitments of the IAAO and the FCIAAO by addressing the educational and professional needs of the members as it relates to ad valorem property tax exemptions, classifications, assessment reductions, tax roll preparation and approval, and the appeals process. The primary responsibility of this committee is to collectively plan, organize, and develop content information for the conference, seminars, and FCIAAO newsletters.

The purpose of this committee is to support the mission and commitments of the IAAO and the FCIAAO by addressing the educational and professional needs of the members as it relates to information technology and/or GIS activities. The primary responsibility of this committee is to collectively plan, organize, and develop content information for the conference, seminars, and FCIAAO newsletters. Page 6

Tangible Personal Property Steering Committee

Real Property Steering Committee

Chairperson

Chairperson

Lori Dorian, CPA Juan Madrid, CFE Nikki Yano, CFE Craig Lycan, PPS, CFE Kenny Dodgen, CFE Ursula Sharp

Pinellas County Osceola County Manatee County Alachua County Clay County Alachua County

Terry Taylor, CAE, RES, AAS, CFE Kristofer A Obergfoll, AAS, CFE Mike Russo, RES, AAS, CFE Sandra Thompson, CFE Lou Frey, AAS, CFE Chris DelPo, MAI, CFE

Orange County Clay County Monroe County Escambia County Osceola County Collier County

The purpose of this committee is to support the mission and commitments of the IAAO and the FCIAAO by addressing the educational and professional needs of the members as it relates to ad valorem real property valuation, tax roll preparation and approval, and the appeals process. The primary responsibility of this committee is to collectively plan, organize, and develop content information for the conference, seminars, and FCIAAO newsletters.

The purpose of this committee is to support the mission and commitments of the IAAO and the FCIAAO by addressing the educational and professional needs of the members as it relates to tangible personal property exemptions, valuation, tax roll preparation and approval, and the appeals process. The primary responsibility of this committee is to collectively plan, organize, and develop content information for the conference, seminars, and FCIAAO newsletters. Page 7

Professional Designation Committee The FCIAAO supports our members who are seeking professional designations through the IAAO. The Professional Designation Committee (PDC) was created to promote awareness, encourage participation, and provide candidates with the appropriate tools, resources, and technical assistance for success.

Chairperson

Hon. Tracy Drake, CAE, ASA, RES, AAS, CFA Clay County

AAS Advisors

Dain Bufe, CAE, AAS, CFE

St. Johns County

CAE Advisors

Pat Alesandrini, CAE, RES, MAI, SRA, CFE Kevin Hayes, CAE, RES, MAI, CFE

Hillsborough County Pinellas County

CMS Advisors

Rebecca Glazer, CMS, CFE

Pinellas County

PPS Advisors

Justin Edwards, AAS, PPS, CFE Christopher Mitts, PPS, CFE

Putnam County St. Lucie County

RES Advisors

Terry Taylor, CAE, RES, AAS, CFE

Orange County

“The objectives of IAAO’s professional designation program are to raise the standards of the profession, to attain recognition of the assessment profession by government authorities and the public; and to gain for designated members recognition as qualified, objective, unbiased appraisers and administrators of systems for ad valorem tax purposes.”

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FCIAAO Members serving on an IAAO Committee or Task Force IAAO LEADERSHIP

Ethics Committee Dee Dee Harnish, RES, AAS, CFE – Monroe County Katie C. Grasso, AAS – Seminole County Kenny Pennington - Osceola County Education Committee Kevin Hayes, CAE, RES - Pinellas County Stephanie Clark, AAS, RES - Palm Beach County Governance Committee Terry Taylor, CAE, RES, AAS, FIAAO - Orange County Hon. Dorothy Jacks, AAS, FIAAO - Palm Beach County Shelly Ann Thomas - Saint Lucie County 2023 IAAO Board of Directors Patrick Alesandrini, CAE, RES, Past President - Hillsborough County

AAS Task Force Terry Taylor, CAE, RES, AAS, FIAAO - Orange County Lance Briner, CAE - Alachua County Stephanie Clark, AAS, RES - Palm Beach County Affinity Group Research Task Force Grady Cecil Jackson, Jr, RES, AAS, Chair - Palm Beach County Gregory Alford - Hillsborough County Lisa Hargiss - Vision Government Solutions, Inc, Tampa Henry McCloud - Hillsborough County

Data Aggregation Task Force Michael Safarty - Alachua County

Diversity & Inclusion Task Force Carmen Trammell, AAS, CFE - Leon County

Exhibitor Advisory Group Shannon Davis - Government Software Assurance Corp Experience Credit for Mass Appraisal Work Task Force Kevin Hayes, CAE, RES - Pinellas County

Professional Development Committee Hon. Scott Russell, AAS, PPS, RES - Monroe County

Research and Standards Committee Michael Safarty - Alachua County

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IAAO LEADERSHIP

FCIAAO Members serving on an IAAO Committee or Task Force

Women's Initiative Network Hon. Dorothy Jacks, AAS, FIAAO, Chair - Palm Beach County Rosana Fonseca - Orange County Hon. Amy Mercado - Orange County Amy J Reid, RES - Palm Beach County Usha Tewari - Orange County Ana C Torres, Esq - Orange County Carmen Trammell, AAS, CFE - Leon County PCS Board of Trustees Hon. Dorothy Jacks, AAS, FIAAO - Palm Beach County IAAO Florida State Representatives Dee Dee Harnish, RES, AAS, CFE - Monroe County Katie Grasso, AAS, CFE - Seminole County

Infrastructure Review Task Force Grady Cecil Jackson, Jr, RES, AAS - Palm Beach County

Membership Recognition Task Force Beba Sheely - Hillsborough County Member Benefit Task Force Brian Loughrey - Sarasota County Jay R Skaggs - Hillsborough County Legal Host Task Force Sheila M Crapo - Retired Alachua County Ana C Torres, Esq - Orange County

Professional Recruitment Task Force Nereia Cormier Wilson, Chair - Hillsborough County

PTAPP Task Force Michael Safarty - Alachua County

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IAAO Awards

Through IAAO's annual awards program both members and non-members can receive international recognition for excellence in property appraisal, assessment administration, and property tax policy. IAAO's annual awards program boasts seventeen (17) award categories recognizing individual and organizational achievements in several areas including publications, technical expertise, and service to IAAO, just to name a few. Award recipients are recognized at the IAAO Annual Conference. FCIAAO proudly celebrates the numerous accolades bestowed upon its members and the Chapter itself. The following summarizes our remarkable achievements within seventeen (17) award categories.

# Award Category

# Award Category

# Award Category

Bernard L Barnard Outstanding Technical Essay

James A Howze, CAE, Distinguished Research & Development Award

12

2

Professional Development Lifetime Achievement Award

1

Clifford B Allen Most Valuable Member Award

3

John A Zangerle Award

5

15

Public Information Program Award

9

John C Donehoo Essay Award

Distinguished Assessment Jurisdiction Award

10

3

Stacey Ford Award

6

Kenneth J McCarren Award

2

Harry Galkin Award

Verne W Pottorff, CAE, Professional Designee of the Year Award

6

Matylda Zurowska Hudak Member of the Year

2

3

Ian W McClung International Award

12

Virginia Cup

24

Outstanding Chapter/Affiliate Award

3

Instructor of Excellence Award

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Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration

CEAA Recipients - Florida

Alachua County Seminole County Lee County Brevard County Osceola County Clay County Pinellas County Leon County Orange County Sarasota County Hillsborough County Martin County St. Lucie County Palm Beach County St. Johns County

2004, 2010, 2016, 2022 2005, 2012, 2018 2008, 2015, 2022 2020 2010, 2016, 2022 2011, 2017 2011, 2017, 2023

2023 CEAA recertification recipient, Pinellas County, Florida

The IAAO is the preeminent authority on Assessment Administration. Therefore, the IAAO’s Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration (CEAA) is considered by many to be the highest professional honor an assessment jurisdiction can obtain. The CEAA recognizes governmental units utilizing the best appraisal and assessment practices in their respective offices. Furthermore, the CEAA process serves as an opportunity for jurisdictions to self-evaluate and possibly further improve their appraisal and assessment operations.

2012, 2018 2012, 2018 2012, 2018 2014, 2020 2015, 2022 2016, 2022

I am so appreciative of our hard working team’s efforts and proud for them

to be so deservingly honored in this way.

2021 2022

Of the fifty-nine (59) jurisdictions that have received the CEAA, fifteen (15) are from the state of Florida.

~Mike Twitty

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2024 Tony Hodge Educational Award

Tony Hodge dedicated his time to the FCIAAO, serving as a member of the Executive Board and ultimately ascending to the position of FCIAAO President. His unwavering commitment to promoting IAAO education and advocating for professional designations inspired many. In honor of his contributions, the FCIAAO Executive Board established the Tony Hodge Award to commemorate his legacy. The Tony Hodge Educational Award is reserved for FCIAAO regular members who successfully achieve their IAAO designation. During the FCIAAO Annual Conference, the Executive Board will acknowledge newly designated members and may present them with a $500 check. To qualify, recipients must have maintained active FCIAAO membership for a minimum of 24 consecutive months preceding the attainment of their IAAO designation and receipt of the award. Additionally, awardees must be registered attendees of the annual conference to participate in the awards ceremony. To date, FCIAAO has conferred the Tony Hodge award 218 times totaling $92,250 .

12 Award Recipients

Assessment Administration Specialist

Certified Assessment Evaluator

Cadastral Mapping Specialist

Residential Evaluation Specialist

Andres A Ayala Luke Mittner

Orange County Palm Beach County

Daniel Brennan Duval County

Alisa Barkett J Curtis Chisholm Ashley B Flaherty Jeffrey R Perrine

Indian River County Leon County

Trish Dempster Chris Fauquher Richard Hernandez Benjamin Jensen Giovanni Rodriguez Velez

Charlotte County Seminole County Palm Beach County

Pinellas County Orange County

Orange County Orange County

The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand. - Vince Lombardi

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IAAO Professional Designations IAAO designations signify exceptional professionalism and competence in matters covering property valuation for tax purposes, property tax administration, and property tax policy. Over the years, more than one hundred FCIAAO members have earned an IAAO designation, which many consider to be one of the highest achievements an individual can obtain.

AAS

MAS

Assessment Administration Specialist 58 Members

Mass Appraisal Specialist 1 Members

CAE

PPS

Certified Assessment Evaluator 19 Members

Personal Property Specialist 11 Members

CMS

RES

Cadastral Mapping Specialist 13 Members

Residential Evaluation Specialist 81 Members

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IAAO Conference Participation

FCIAAO Member Presenters

FCIAAO Member Presenters

Damage Assessment: Automation Tools and Techniques Terry Taylor, CAE, RES, AAS, FIAAO - Orange County Multifamily Repurposing: Trend or Craze & How it Makes Sense Kelby L Collier, AAS - Orange County Changing the Culture through Patience, Trust, and Recognition Hon. Cregg E Dalton, MBA, CFA - Citrus County

Keep ‘Em with Culture Stacey Haynes, Palm Beach County

IAAO Town Hall Patrick Alesandrini, CAE, RES, IAAO President - Hillsborough County

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2023 Tangible Personal Property Seminar

Get ready to mark your calendars, folks, because every year the FCIAAO pulls out all the stops to host one of the most exciting events in the world of assessment professionals - the Tangible Personal Property (TPP) Seminar! And this year was no exception. From December 6th to the 8th, a record 110 assessment professionals gathered together in sunny Orlando for an unforgettable 2-day Excel workshop and TPP seminar. We had 22 members attend the Excel workshop and 4 took the USPAP 7-hour workshop. With expert speakers, hands-on learning opportunities, and an abundance of networking opportunities, attendees left the seminar feeling inspired, motivated, and armed with new skills to take their careers to the next level. But the excitement didn't stop there. Thanks to the FCIAAO's dedication to providing valuable resources to their members, all of the sessions were recorded and made available on their website. So even if you weren't able to attend the seminar in person, you can still benefit from the valuable knowledge and insights shared by the expert speakers. In short, the FCIAAO is more than just an organization - it's a community of like- minded individuals who are passionate about their industry and committed to helping each other succeed. And if you haven't already, now's the time to join the ranks and take advantage of all the amazing resources they have to offer!

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2023 Tangible Personal Property Seminar Presentations

Contract Escalation using the Producer Price Index* Jay Patel, MS - SE Office of Economic Analysis and Information

Technology Developments in the Electric Industry* Alex Ruden, ASA - Southeast Appraisal Shelby St. John, MS, BS - SLSJ Services, Inc

Talking About Sugarcane* Keith Alexander, RES, MAS, CFE - Palm Beach County Joseph Broz, CFE, BS - Palm Beach County

State of Florida VAB Module 8 & Legislative & Legal Update* Loren Levy, Esq - Levy Law Firm

The Allocation of Property Values, A Functional & Practical Appraisal* Process for Mixed Assets Chris Olmsted, MAI - Federal Appraisal LLC

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2023 Tangible Personal Property Seminar

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The 2024 36th Annual Conference of the FCIAAO, held April 17-19, was an event that was months in the making - and boy, did it deliver! Held at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the entrance of Universal in Orlando, Florida, this year's conference was attended by 335 assessment professionals and 30 vendors, it was a true gathering of some of the brightest minds in the assessment industry. And that's not all! Attendees were treated to an impressive lineup of expert speakers, hands-on learning opportunities, and an abundance of networking opportunities. From informative workshops to engaging panel discussions, there was something for everyone at this year's conference. The FCIAAO knows how to put on a show - and the 2024 Annual Conference was no exception. If you missed out on this year's event, be sure to mark your calendars for next year - trust us, you won't want to miss it! 2024 36th Annual Conference

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2024 Pre-Conference Education Sessions

Prior to the Annual Conference, FCIAAO offered two educational workshops to provide an opportunity for continuing educational credits. Excel Workshop On Monday, April 15 & Tuesday, April 16, this workshop was crafted to cover excel basics, best practices, keyboard shortcuts, navigation, formulas & functions, sorting & filtering, pivot tables, charts, hyperlinks, macros and VBA editor. Instructed by Christopher Duncan, CDA Computer Training, we had 14 registered attendees. Mass Appraisal Benchmarks Workshop On Tuesday, April 18, this workshop was crafted to refresh mass appraisal techniques used in the valuation process and aimed to equip attendees with strategies and protocols that can aid in navigating uncommon and complex situations. Instructed by Kevin Hayes, Pinellas County, we had 21 attendees.

Instructor Christopher Duncan, Excel Workshop

Instructor Kevin Hayes, Mass Aprraisal Benchmarks Workshop

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Administration Track Presentations

Leadership - Emerging Leaders and How to Support Them* Hon. Cregg Dalton, MBA, CFE - Citrus County

Enhancing the Onboarding Experience for New Hires*

Janet Moreno - Orange County Rosana Fonseca - Orange County

A Journey Through Ages: Streamlining Property Assessments with AI* Faith Dangerfield, AAS, CFE - Charlotte County Abhishek Kalkote, AI Solutions

External Communication Strategies for the Property Appraiser’s Office* Rachel McIntee, MNM, MPA - Osceola County

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Exemptions Track

Presentations

Refugee Resettlement Program and How to Qualify for Homestead Exemtption*

Portability Panel* Veronica Jarman, CFE - Nassau County

Lally Gomez, CFE - Volusia County Victoria Fason - Volusia County

Jackie Roussel - Palm Beach County *

Mailtron - an Electronic Mail System* Tim Bean, CFE - Palm Beach County Kristin Deese, CFE - Palm Beach County

Debbie Shaffer - Sarasota County *

Affordable Housing - Live Local Act* Loren Levy, Esq. - Levy Law Firm

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IT/GIS Track

Presentations

Defending Commercial Valuations Using AI Imran Khoja, BA, MBA - Just Appraised

Damage Assessment Tools and Technology* Terry Taylor, CAE, ASA, RES, AAS, CFE, FIAAO - Orange County

Sunshine Exchange: Proposing an Inter-County Portability Process Robert Garst - St. Lucie County Tommy Cimilien - St. Lucie County What Does the Sky Offer? Drones in the PA Office Kenny Rugger, PSM, CFE, CMS - Volusia County Alex Marrero, CCF - Volusia County

Current State of Cyber Security 2023 Trends & 2024 Projections* Tim Walsh - Tyler Technologies Richard Hernandez, CGCIO, ITIL, CFE - Palm Beach County

* Click link to view PowerPoint

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Real Property Track

Presentations

Long-Term Solutions for the Valuation of Short-Term Rentals* Kevin Hayes, MAI, CAE, RES, CFE - Hillsborough County

Improving Your Odds for Success in Tax Appeal Hearings* Shawn Wilson, MAI - Compass Real Estate Consulting, Inc.

Unrecorded Doc Stamps Market Manipulation or Lost Revenue* Real Property Steering Committee - Best Practices Discussion

Florida: An Appraiser’s View of the Economy* Steven Marshall, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS - Clayton, Roper and Marshall Inc

Agricultural Land Use Trends in Florida* Jessica Sullivan, BS, MS - University of Florida IFAS Extension - Osceola County

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2024 36th Annual Conference

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2024 36th Annual Conference

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FCIAAO AWARDS 2024 FCIAAO Member of the Year Award

It’s still a shock to me! It has been an honor and privilege to be a part of this organization as an Executive Board member and now as a Committee member.

~Lori Dorian

The Member of the Year Award may be conferred to a member who has made a significant contribution to the Chapter in the previous year through active participation in its activities and who has made an outstanding contribution to the realization of the FCIAAO mission. The 2024 recipient of the Member of the Year Award is Lori Dorian of Pinellas County. Lori humbly took over the TPP Steering Committe mid-year and while a little hesitant, she jumped in with both feet. She proceeded to plan one of the best TPP Seminars ever with a record 110 attendees. Lori really knocked it out of the park!

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FCIAAO AWARDS 2024 FCIAAO Lifetime Achievement Award

They say if you enjoy your job, you never work a day in your life. This has been my experience. Thank you for this recognition.

~Pat Alesandrini

The Lifetime Achievement Award may be conferred on a member who has made significant contributions to the Chapter through active participation in its activities and who has made an outstanding contribution to the realization of the FCIAAO mission in their career. The 2024 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award needs no introduction, especially to those of us in Florida. The majority of our membership has been fortunate enough to have taken an IAAO course or two where he was the instructor. He served on the Florida Chapter Board and as FCIAAO President, 2019 - 2020. Additionally, he spearheaded the first Strategic Plan and Mission Statement for the Chapter during that tenure. He moved on to the National IAAO where he lead that association as President in 2023. Congratulations to Patrick Alesandrini of Hillsborough County! Page 29

FCIAAO AWARDS - 50/50 Charity Raffle

Every year, the FCIAAO Executive Board sets out on a mission to do something special for a deserving local charity. This year, our host county, Orange, was given the incredible opportunity to select their charity of choice, and they certainly didn't disappoint. With great enthusiasm, the county chose TGI, The Greatest Investment - Girls Empowerment Program, an organization that provides vital education to our next generation of strong, confident, and fierce female leaders.

This was more than just a fundraiser - it was a true testament to the power of a community coming together to make a difference. We are incredibly proud of Orange County and our members for their unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. At the conference, members were able to contribute to this wonderful cause by participating in a thrilling 50/50 Raffle. Attendees eagerly purchased their tickets in hopes of winning big and supporting TGI at the same time. And boy, did they come through! Our members showed their love and generosity by raising a whopping $864 in total, with 50% going straight to TGI.

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FCIAAO “Redesigned” WEBSITE www.fciaao.org

New Features Include Modernized Layout: Fresh look & feel updates the website’s structure, navigation, & visual elements. Forms Tool: This tool allows users to access & submit various forms and documents online, streamlining administrative processes & reducing paperwork. Filtering Options: This option empowers users to cutomize their browsing experience by refining search results and narrowing down content based on specific criteria.

The Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers (FCIAAO) embarked on an exciting journey to revamp its digital presence with a comprehensive website redesign. Focused on enhancing user experience and accessibility, the redesign aimed to modernize the layout and design while introducing new functionalities to streamline interactions. One of the primary objectives of the redesign was to create a more intuitive and visually appealing layout. The new design incorporates contemporary aesthetics, with clean lines, vibrant colors, and user-friendly navigation. By implementing modern design principles, the FCIAAO website now provides visitors with a seamless browsing experience, ensuring that information is easily accessible and visually engaging. In addition to the visual overhaul, the redesign also introduced new features to improve functionality. A forms tool was integrated to simplify the process of accessing and submitting important documents, making it easier for members and stakeholders to interact with the organization. Furthermore, the addition of filtering options enables users to quickly find relevant information, enhancing efficiency and usability.

Overall, the FCIAAO website redesign represents a significant step forward in modernizing the chapter's online presence. By incorporating updated layout, modern design elements, and new functionalities such as the forms tool and filtering options, the website now serves as a dynamic hub for information and interaction within the assessing community in Florida.

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Home A welcome greeting from the FCIAAO president engages visitors to our site while providing quick links to join our membership, look up events, read recent news, contact us via email, and follow us on social media. FCIAAO “Redesigned” WEBSITE

About The About tab offers meaningful information about the Chapter: Mission, Vision, and Core Values Executive Board Members

FCIAAO Steering Committees List of Past FCIAAO Presidents News

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FCIAAO “Redesigned” WEBSITE

Membership FCIAAO offers three membership levels: Regular (Government employees) Associate (Retired or student) Subscribing (Non-government employees)

Events All FCIAAO conferences and seminars are posted to our Events page. Attendees can register online from this page and even pay for their registration with a credit card. Visitors can also take a look at conference hightlights and members can connect with vendor sponsors. Interested members can join online by filling out the member application and paying annual dues. Existing members have the ability to renew their memberships online.

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FCIAAO Awards FCIAAO is pleased to honor members with the opportunity to earn two Awards annually: Member of the Year Lifetime Achievement FCIAAO “Redesigned” WEBSITE

Additionally, FCIAAO proudly celebrates the numerous IAAO accolades bestowed upon its members and the Chapter itself.

Professional Designations The FCIAAO strongly encourages members to pursue IAAO professional designations and honors new designees with the Tony Hodge Educational Award.

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FCIAAO “Redesigned” WEBSITE

Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration

More The FCIAAO supports IAAO and its members who pursue excellence in assessment administration. IAAO’s Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration (CEAA) is considered by many to be the highest professional honor an assessment jurisdiction can obtain. The CEAA recognizes governmental units employing the best appraisal and assessment practices in their respective offices. Additional Chapter information can be found under the More tab. Prominently displayed is the job opportunities section where assessment professionals can search for jobs within the state of Florida. Members can also find the Members Only access page which includes the membership directory, presenter materials from past conferences, an archive of FCIAAO newsletters, Board meeting minutes, downloads, and more.

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FCIAAO “New & Improved” Newsletter

2013 & 2018 Zangerle Award Winner

The FCIAAO Award winning Newsletter, "Staying Appraised," has undergone a remarkable transformation this year. With a renewed focus on our members, it now shines a spotlight on their exceptional achievements and everyday triumphs, bringing their stories to the forefront. The revamped format and refreshed design inject a new level of interest and excitement into the publication. With these enhancements, "Staying Appraised" has evolved into a dynamic platform that not only informs but also inspires, fostering a stronger sense of connection and camaraderie among our members. "Staying Appraised" is published quarterly using Flipping Book software to deliver a clean, modern design that allows users to zoom, search and save as a pdf document. The software automatically detects the readers operating system and will work on iPads, iPhones, Android devices, as well as PC and Mac computers. Therefore, our members are never out of touch! "Staying Appraised"

Among the exciting additions are Sage Advice: Offering invaluable insights and wisdom from seasoned members, this section provides a platform for sharing experiences and expertise. From the Archives: Delving into the rich history of our association, this feature revisits memorable moments, inspiring anecdotes, and timeless lessons from the past. Member News: Celebrating the diverse journeys and successes of our members, this segment showcases their milestones, promotions, and contributions within the community. Quarterly Articles: Providing in-depth exploration of relevant topics and trends, these articles offer thought-provoking content to engage and inform our readership.

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FCIAAO Social Media

In this day and age, it's no secret that social media is an absolute game changer. And the FCIAAO is no stranger to this fact. In fact, way back in 2014, the Chapter made a bold move and launched their very own Facebook page. And just recently, in 2021, they took things to the next level by launching their LinkedIn page as well. Why, you might ask? Well, the answer is simple - to connect with their members in a way that's convenient, relevant, and engaging. Whether it's posting exciting event updates, making important announcements, or sharing captivating pictures, the FCIAAO is dedicated to using these powerful social media tools to reach their members and attract new professionals to their industry. And it's working! With 326 Facebook followers and 71 LinkedIn followers (and counting!), it's clear that the FCIAAO is making a splash in the world of social media. They're not just keeping up with the times - they're ahead of the curve, paving the way for others to follow. So if you're looking to stay up-to-date on all things FCIAAO, be sure to hit that follow button and join the fun!

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FCIAAO Governing Documents

The IAAO Constitution, FCIAAO Bylaws, and FCIAAO Procedural Rules are governing documents that provide the overall framework and guidance for the FCIAAO Executive Board, its committees, and members. The Chapter's Bylaws were revised and adopted on July 18, 2023. The amendments were made to ensure compliance and consistency with the IAAO's governing documents. Procedural Rules were revised and adopted on January 7, 2021 to provide assistance to the Executive Board, committees, and members. They are detailed guidelines for carrying out specific procedures, policies or programs of the Chapter and are updated as needed.

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Membership Benefits Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers

Resource for Property Appraisers and Staff

EDUCATION

CONFERENCES The chapter holds an annual conference with 4 educational tracks focusing on Administration, Real Property, Exemptions, and IT/GIS topics along with our general session. Additionally, we hold an annual Tangible Personal Property seminar.

NETWORKING Make connections with mass appraisal experts statewide, discover best practices and industry trends, engage with vendors promoting new technology and advancements in our field.

OTHER PERKS

Receive discounts on conferences and educational offerings throughout the year, including continuing education credits that can be used toward the maintenance of designations issued by IAAO or Florida DOR. Access to conference presentation material, member directory search and our award-winning newsletters.

FCIAAO serves as an educational resource, offering education and professional development opportunities in

ad valorem appraisal, administration, and tax policy.

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FCIAAO Board Meetings & Minutes

Executive Board Meeting Minutes

2024 BOARD MINUTES

April 18, 2024, Hilton DoubleTree Orlando April 16, 2024, Hilton DoubleTree Orlando March 22, 2024, Hilton DoubleTree Orlando January 22, 2024, Zoom Virtual Meeting

Since the FCIAAO Executive Board is comprised of members from jurisdictions all across Florida, we have devised ways to communicate effectively while conducting the Chapter's business. The board uses Google drive to store and access all pertinent chapter documents. This allows for access to information from anywhere, anytime. We also physically meet at our annual conference and seminars, attend a summer retreat, a pre conference planning session, and we meet via video conference.

2023 BOARD MINUTES

December 5, 2023, Embassy Suites Kissimmee September 22, 2023, St Lucie County Property Appraiser Office June 27, 2023, Zoom Virtual Meeting June 10, 2023, Hilton Dayton Beach Oceanfront May 9, 2023, Zoom Virtual Meeting April 21, 2023, Hilton Bayfront St Petersburg

The minutes from each meeting are available on our website to FCIAAO members.

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