REGISTRATION
Registration Fees
Legislative staff, parliamentary staff, legislators:
- Early bird: $350
- After Sept. 2: $375
Spouse/guest: $125
One day fee: $150
All others: $450
Three Ways to Register:
- Register Online
Registration online requires a credit card for everyone except legislators and legislative staff. Confirmations will be sent by e-mail.
- Register by Fax
Fax your completed registration form to 303.364.7811
- Register Onsite
If you are unable to meet the Sept. 23 registration deadline, register onsite at the Hilton Portland.
Spouse/Guest Registration
The $125 fee includes admission to scheduled meal functions, the capitol tour and briefings and evening social events.
Cancellations
Cancellations received in the NCSL Denver office by Oct. 1 will be refunded minus a $50 processing fee. Cancellations must be made in writing and faxed to 303.364.7811. Fees cannot be refunded for registrations cancelled after the conference begins.
Confirmations will be e-mailed if an address is provided. Letter confirmations will be mailed upon request.
Special Needs
To ensure full participation and accessibility for all meeting attendees, please notify Stacy Householder or Pam Greenberg at 303.364.7700, of any special accommodations you may require, such as vegetarian meals or accessibility needs.
SPONSORS / EXHIBITORS
Sponsors
Thomson Reuters
Esri
Propylon
Sliq Media Technologies
Exhibitors
BlueLid Technologies
Esri
Granicus
Online Advisors, Inc.
Sliq Technologies
Propylon
Thomson Reuters
TIBCO
For information about opportunities for sponsorships and exhibits, please contact Pam Greenberg.
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 HOTEL INFORMATION
The seminar will be held at the Hilton Portland and Executive Tower in the heart of downtown Portland.
Hotel Reservations
Each attendee is responsible for making his or her own hotel and travel arrangements. When arranging hotel accommodations, please indicate that you are attending the NCSL conference. Reservations must be held by one night’s room deposit (credit card guarantee is acceptable). Reservations can be made in the following ways:
- Reserve Online
Visit the NALIT/ NCSL Hilton Reservations page to make your hotel reservations. Rooms are available on a first come, first served basis at the going rate. Rooms at the hotel may sell out, so make your reservations as soon as possible!
- Reserve by Phone
Call 1-800-HILTONS and provide the reservations agent with the arrival and departure date and the group code NCL.
Deadline
Please make your reservations as soon as possible.
Location
The hotel is located in the heart of the city center and is close to the Portland Art Museum, shopping, Pioneer Courthouse Square and the city's MAX Light Rail system. |
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TRAVEL INFORMATION
Portland is served by the Portland International Airport.
Flight Arrangements
To make flight reservations through NCSL's travel agency, Christopherson Travel, call:
- 800.825.3283 or 303.694.4344
(7 a.m. to 6 p.m. MDT)
Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance, but make arrangements early for the best rates.
Ground Transportation
The Hilton Portland is nine miles—about 20 minutes—from Portland International Airport. The Hilton Hotel does not have an airport shuttle, but commercial shuttle services are available. Taxis are available for approximately $35 one way. Or, take the MAX Light Rail Red Line for a small fee for the 40-minute trip.
City Information
Portland's arts community, urban parks and green spaces, lively downtown, and world-class public transportation system are just few of the reasons that Portland has been named one of the country's most livable cities. Visit the Travel Portland and Travel Oregon websites for a map and more information.
General Information
The seminar is a relaxed learning experience, and business casual attire is recommended for all seminar programs and activities.
Portland enjoys a mild climate with temperatures reaching around 63° in October. Evenings are cool and rain is possible, so sweaters, jackets and umbrellas are recommended.
Tour and Exhibits
The NALIT and RACSS seminars will include a joint tour and briefings at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem on Tuesday, October 4. Tour the building and learn about legislative information technology and staff services in the Oregon Legislature.
On Monday evening, October 3, take a leisurely and first-hand look at vendor exhibits while enjoying a reception. NALIT exhibits showcase the latest in information technology products and services for legislatures.
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