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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOut-of-State Travel - International International Transportation Engineers Western District MeetingX-rn CITY OF PALM DESERT PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT REQUEST: AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AND THE TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER TO ATTEND THE INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS WESTERN DISTRICT MEETING IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, FROM JULY 19 THROUGH JULY 22, 2015 SUBMITTED BY: Mark Greenwood, P.E., Director of Public Works DATE: May 8, 2014 CONTENTS: Conference Information Recommendation By Minute Motion, authorize out-of-state travel for the Director of Public Works and the Transportation Engineer to attend the International Transportation Engineers (ITE) Western District Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, from July 19 through July 22, 2015. Funds are available in Account No. 110-4300-413-3120, Administration Conference/Seminars/Workshops account. Background In order to maintain his Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification, it is necessary for the Director of Public Works to fulfill continuing education requirements. It is also beneficial for the Transportation Engineer to stay current with developments in the transportation industry. The most efficient and cost effective way to achieve this is to attend professional conferences such as the ITE Western District Meeting. This year the meeting is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the cost for registration, transportation and travel related expenses will be approximately $1,500 each for a total of $3,000. Staff Report Authorize Out -of -State Travel for Director of Public Works Page 2 of 2 March 12, 2015 Fiscal Analysis There is no fiscal impact other than the cost of the training, which is required for certification renewal. Prepared By/Department Head: Mark Gr a wood, P.E. Directo of Public Works Paul S. Gibson, Director of Finance Ap6rdval n M. Wohlmuth, City Manager G IPubWorkSlStaff PeportS120151March 12104 Authorize Out of State Travel for Director Of PW and Trans EngincotlSH Authorize Out of State Travel doc ITE Western District Meeting 2015, Las Vegas, NV - HOME Page I of 2015 ITE Western District Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, Nevada -July 19 to 22, 2015 (http tKg �il.com) HOME (1) REGISTRATION (/REGISTRATION. HTML) PROGRAM (/PROGRAM.HTML) 4'I StF r•N r lit, ic. EVENTS (/EVENTS HTML) STUDENTS (/STUDENTS HTML) VENDORS (NENDORS HTML) SPONSORS(/SPONSORS. HTML) MORE Welcome to the 2015 ITE Western District Annual Meeting! Now in its 68th year, the Institute of Transportation Engineers Western District Annual Meeting is set to welcome transportation professionals from across the western United States to Las Vegas, Nevada on July 19-22! Attendees will gain full access to a diverse technical program, Interactive vendor exhibits, and numerous networking opportunities. As you plan your schedule for the meeting, be sure to save some time for fun! With the endless _ options in Las Vegas for dining, entertainment, shopping, and more, every minute outside the � conference will be well worth the trip! WESTERNNFAF_ (http://westernite org/) The deadline for Call for Abstracts has been Extended!! to March 19, 2015. Please Click Here (/call-for- abstracts.html) to submit your abstract today. Hotel Reservations Hotel reservations are now being accepted at Planet Hollywood Resort, the conference host hotel. Book your room at Planet Hollywood to receive a discount on your registration! Click Here (/hotel.html) REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!! CLICK HERE (/registration.html) About Las Vegas: Las Vegas, often referred to as the Entertainment Capital of the World, is an internationally renowned resort city and is the global leader in the hospitality industry. The city is one of the top three destinations in the United States for conventions, business, and meetings. The 2013 census population for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area is 2 02 million. There are many entertainment opportunities in and around Las Vegas. The city is home to several museums including the Neon Museum (the location for many of the historical signs from Las Vegas' mid-20th century heyday). The Mob Museum, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, the DISCOVERY Children's Museum, the Nevada State Museum. the Springs Preserve, and the Old Las Vegas Mormon State Historic Park The Average temperatures in Las Vegas in July are 106' F (41' C) for high and 74' F (23° C) The hottest day was recorded on July 19. 2005 at 117* F (47° C) httn://w%vw.1vitc20i 5.cotn/ ')nznnl rN s • rESTIERN DISTRICT }� MEETIN� Full Registration includes the following: ❖ All technical presentations ••• Vendor exhibitions ❖ Traffic Bowls (Student and Professional) ❖ Get Acquainted Social ❖ Monday breakfast and session breaks ❖ Monday Kick-off Lunch ❖ Las Vegas Strip Family night at Margaritaville and the LINQ's High Roller ❖ Tuesday breakfast and session breaks ❖ Tuesday Business Lunch ❖ Mobsters and Movie Stars Awards Banquet ❖ Wednesday breakfast and session breaks ❖ Wednesday Western States Lunch Full Registration Description Before 4/15/15 After 4/15/15 Full ITE Member Registration With Planet $395 $520 Hollywood Reservation Confirmation Full ITE Member Registration Without $445 $570 Planet Hollywood Reservation Confirmation Full Non-ITE Member With Planet $515 $665 Hollywood Reservation Confirmation Full Non-ITE Member Without Planet $565 $715 Hollywood Reservation Confirmation Cancellation Policy: Cancellations need to be issued via e-mail to Theresa.aaisser(n)atkinsslobal.com and confirmed to be considered valid. Before April 15,2015: A full refund minus a 10% handling fee will be provided. Between April 15, 2015 and June 30, 2105. A 50% refund will be processed after the meeting in July. Refunds will not be issued for any registration booked in July.