Facility Financing: Navigating the Finance Maze for School Spaces
Charter schools often struggle to find safe, affordable facilities—but there are a variety of funding options available to help secure your dream school site! From tax-exempt bonds and new market tax credits to construction loans, each pathway has unique benefits and requirements. This session will break down these options, helping you identify the best fit for your school’s needs. Learn how to navigate eligibility criteria, make strategic funding decisions, and kickstart your financing journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the necessary resources to build, expand, and thrive!
Presented by
Executive Director
California School Finance Authority
Experienced Executive Director with a demonstrated history of working in the government administration industry. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Strategic Planning, Advocacy, Public Speaking, Leadership, and Community Outreach. Strong business development professional with a bachelor's degree focused on Political Science and Government from University of California, Los Angeles.
Partner | Attorney-at-Law
Young, Minney & Corr, LLP
YM&C Partner Sarah Kollman has devoted her practice areas to protection of charter facility rights, focused on defense and litigation of rights arising out of Proposition 39, but also including facility lease and use agreements, zoning and building code compliance, public works requirements, and real property transactions. Sarah also manages the firm’s collaborative efforts with CCSA regarding its pro bono Proposition 39 project, which assists charter schools in realizing the promise of their rights under the law. Among other things, Sarah works in the areas of teacher credentialing, audit appeals, contract negotiation and review, pupil fees issues, and SB 740.