June 13-15, 2010 Conference Agenda
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
(NOTE: This meeting is restricted to NASPO members only)
To register, click here.
Attendance will be funded (lodging, travel, meals, etc.) for:
- State Director (1)
- Four (4) additional attendees/staff per state
There is no registration fee to attend this meeting; however, the deadline for hotel reservations is Wednesday, May 26th. NASPO staff will make your lodging reservations based on arrival and departure dates indicated on the registration form. If you register after May 26th, hotel accommodations are subject to availability. NASPO's group rate is $153.00 plus applicable taxes. Hotel check-in is 3:00 p.m. Check-out is noon. Please contact NASPO at (859) 514-9159 or jgudlewski@AMRms.com if you have any questions.
Conference registration will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 13th with a reception that evening. The meeting will conclude at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15th. NASPO funding is based on participation in all scheduled events. Please consider this when making travel plans.
Airline Travel Arrangements:
For your convenience, we have enlisted a dedicated travel agent to handle state member airline travel arrangements upon request. You may call the agent directly or email your specific travel needs. The charges will be billed directly to NASPO. If you get his voice mail, please leave a detailed message and he will return your call shortly. His contact information is:
Herman Cottoner
Travel Manager
The Travel Authority
Phone: (859) 685-1612
Fax: (859) 278-4578
Email: herman.cottoner@thetravelauthority.com
Ground Transportation:
Lowes Philadelphia Hotel is located approximately 25 minutes from the airport. The hotel does not offer complimentary shuttle service. NASPO recommends Lady Liberty Shuttle Service. Cost each way is $10.00. Reservations can be made in advance by calling (215) 724-8888.
Taxi service is also available outside the baggage claim area. The flat rate to and from the airport is $28.00. NASPO will reimburse for this expense.



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