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Hon. Anthony J. Picente . Oneida County . President
NYS Association of Counties 2015 Legislative Conference
February 2-4, 2015 Desmond Hotel . Albany . NY
NYSAC 2015 Legislative Conference
Join us for a special gala celebration in
honor of NYSAC’s 90th Anniversary.
Enjoy the flavors of New York State at an
array of special food stations featuring regional favorites. Stroll a series of special exhibits and audio
visual stations promoting New York State products and regional tourism.
Help NYSAC mark
90 years of dedicated
service to the counties of New York
State.
Monday,
February 2nd
6pm-8pm
King Street Ballroom
(Ticket Required)
*This special event will be taking the place of our receptions and traditional dinner.
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NYSAC 2015 LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Monday, February 2nd
Tuesday, February 3rd
8:30am-6:00pm
Registration
7:00am-5:00pm
Registration
9:30am-4:00pm
Orientation for Newly Elected County Officials
7:30am-5:00pm
Exhibits Open
10:00am-11:30am
NYSAC Standing Cmt. Mtgs. (Track I)
Native American Affairs
Economic Development, Environment
& Rural Affairs
Taxation & Finance
Public Health/Mental Health
Transportation & Public Works
7:30am-8:45am
General Breakfast
9:00am-10:15am
Workshop Session III
10:15am-10:45am
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
10:45am-Noon
Workshop Session IV
NYSAC Standing Cmt. Mtgs. (Track II)
Children with Special Needs
Medicaid & Human Services
Public Employee Relations
Public Safety
Intergovernmental Relations
Noon-1:30pm
NYSAC Business Meeting Part I
Legislative Luncheon
1:30pm-2:00pm
Time to Visit Exhibit Hall
2:00pm-3:15pm
Workshop Session V
1:00pm-2:00pm
NYSAC Luncheon
2:00pm-3:15pm
1:00pm-2:00pm
NYSAC Blue Ribbon Task Force on
Farming Luncheon Meeting
County Leaders Meeting:
County Executives,
County Chairs of Legislative Brds,
County Administrators
1:00pm-5:00pm
Exhibits Open
3:15pm-3:30pm
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
2:00pm-3:00pm
NYSAC Legislative Committee Meeting
3:30pm-5:00pm
2:00pm-3:15pm
Workshop Session I
2:00pm-5:00pm
NYSAC Board of Directors Meeting
Professional Development Plenary:
Using the Color Spectrum to Analyze
and Understand Professional
Communication Issues
3:15pm-6:00pm
Resolutions Committee Meeting
3:15pm-3:45 pm
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Wednesday, February 4th
3:45pm-5:00pm
Workshop Session II
8:00am-9:00am
General Breakfast
5:00pm-6pm
NYMIR Member Reception
8:00am-9:00am
Joint Intercounty Breakfast
6:00pm-8:00pm
Taste of New York!
9:00am-9:30am
NYSAC Business Meeting: Part II
Resolutions
9:30am-2:00pm
NYS Emergency Management
Certification Training
11:30am-1:00pm
A celebration of NYSAC’s
90th Anniversary featuring
regional food stations and special exhibits
(ticket required)
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~Evening Free to Enjoy Albany’s Wonderful Restaurants!~
~County Advocacy in State Capitol~
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Important Deadlines
Hotel Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at The Desmond in
Albany, NY. To make a hotel reservation, please CALL
THE DESMOND DIRECTLY AT (518) 869-8100.
Rooms will be sold on a first come, first served basis, so
make sure to call the hotel as early as possible to assure
that you get a room. The deadline for hotel reservations is January 12th. It is important to note that the
deadline does not mean that you are assured a room if
you register before this date. The deadline means that
our room block is being held until this date. Remember
that the room block can sell out before the deadline so
please don’t wait to reserve your room. If you need to
cancel your hotel reservation once registered, please do
so directly with the hotel. NYSAC cannot process hotel
arrangements.
HOTEL RESERVATION
DEADLINE - JANUARY 12th
or until the Conference room block is sold out)
PLEASE CALL THE THE DESMOND AT
518.869.8100 TO BOOK YOUR RESERVATION.
CONFERENCE PRE-REGISTRATION
DEADLINE - JANUARY 27th
(please register at the Conference registration desk as a
walk-in after this date.)
REGISTRATION CANCELLATION DEADLINE JANUARY 27th
Paid registrations cancelled PRIOR to Jan. 27th will be
refunded and subject to a 25% administrative fee. Cancellations made after this date cannot be refunded. All cancellations must be made via email to [email protected].
HOTEL RATES INCLUDE MEALS!
Registration Fees
Hotel/Meal Packages
Full Conference Registration - $ 1 9 0
Includes participation in all workshops, plenary sessions,
exhibit hall, and coffee breaks on Monday through
Wednesday. (Please note that this registration rate does not
include meals. Meals are part of the hotel package rate OR
may be purchased a la carte at our registration desk.)
One-Day Registration - $ 1 3 0
Includes participation in all workshops, plenary sessions,
exhibit hall, and coffee breaks on ONE DAY ONLY.
Please note that we cannot combine partial days into a one
day fee. (Please note that this registration rate does not
include meals. Meals are part of the hotel package rate OR
may be purchased a la carte at our registration desk.)
Registration fees apply only to county officials and
state/federal representatives. Private sector attendees
NYSAC conferences offer what is known as a FULL
AMERICAN PLAN hotel package rate. A Full American Plan includes both MEALS and HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS.
PACKAGE 1
Arrival 2/2 Depart 2/4
Hotel room for Monday and Tuesday nights
Monday lunch, dinner –Tuesday breakfast, lunch Wednesday breakfast, gratuities
PACKAGE 2 Arrival 2/2 Depart 2/3
Hotel room for Monday night only
Monday lunch, dinner –Tuesday breakfast, lunch,
gratuities
PACKAGE 3 Arrival 2/3 Depart 2/4
Hotel room for Tuesday night only
Tuesday breakfast, lunch– Wednesday breakfast,
gratuities
The Dennis A. Pelletier County Government Institute is a structured educational program designed for elected and appointed
county officials. It is designed to make county officials more knowledgeable of the issues and better prepared to find ways to address them in a cooperative manner. A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to each county official who completes the Institute’s
course requirements. Look for the Dennis A. Pelletier County Government cap and diploma symbol in the workshop program to
determine which of our workshops are eligible for earned credits.
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Plenary Sessions .
Certificate Programs .
Professional Development Series
Understanding Your
True Colors
Using the Color Spectrum to
Analyze and
Understand Professional
Communication Issues
Presented in a fast, fun, interactive
format, Real Colors participants learn
to quickly identify their own temperament—or "color"—and that of others
in order to better understand and express points of view and professional
information. Using this powerful
knowledge, participants develop more
effective professional and personal
communication skills and build better
relationships—in and out of the workplace. Join us for the “ultimate” approach to collaboration in your professional life. Learn to craft and express
your point effectively while collaborating and understanding other perspectives and approaches for maximum
success. (Tuesday Afternoon
Plenary, 2/3, 3:30pm-5:00pm)
Welcome
Newly
Elected
County
Officials!
NYS Emergency Management
Certification and Training
Program: Tier 1
The New York
State Emergency
Management Certification and Training (EMC & T)
Program supports
Governor Cuomo’s
strategy of creating
unified emergency
management training for County Chief Executives and other emergency
management stakeholders. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services
(DHSES) has worked with the local emergency management community to develop standardized curriculum for three tiers of training aimed at: County Chief
Executives (Tier 1), County Emergency Managers
(Tier 2), and other local public officials within the
Counties (Tier 3). County Chief Executives and
County Emergency Managers must complete the
training (to include annual refresher training) for
DHSES grant eligibility purposes. The training covers
all facets of emergency management, including disaster preparedness, response and recovery. It also outlines the legal authorities and responsibilities related
to emergency management in New York State.
DHSES is partnering with NYSAC to deliver the
County Chief Executive (Tier 1) portion of the training. The training will also meet the annual refresher
requirement for those that have previously completed
a Tier 1 training. (Wed. Closing Plenary, 2/4
9:30am-2pm)
NYSAC is once again pleased to offer a special ORIENTATION FOR NEWLY ELECTED AND
APPOINTED COUNTY OFFICIALS. The session will provide new county officials or existing county leaders an opportunity to refresh their knowledge with an overview of the complex issues they will
face as county leaders. Basic instruction on the duties and responsibilities of county officials, county
organizational structures, government ethics, adopting the county budget, open meeting law requirements, the state legislative process and a description of the issues confronting counties in the year ahead
will be included in this orientation session. There is a separate $50 registration fee for participation in
this session in addition to the NYSAC conference fee. See conference registration form for details.
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Orientation for Newly Elected & Appointed
County Officials
The NYSAC newly elected orientation program, a joint
presentation of the Pelletier Institute, NYSAC and Cornell
University, provides new county officials with an overview of
the complex issues they face as county leaders. Basic instruction in the duties and responsibilities of county officials, county organizational structures, government ethics, adopting the
county budget, open meeting law requirements, the state legislative process and a description of the issues confronting
counties in the year ahead will be included in this orientation
session. There is a separate $50 registration fee for participation in this session in addition to the NYSAC conference fee.
Lunch, breaks and materials are included. (Monday, 2/2,
NY Connects: A Coordinated Gateway to
Community Services
Learn the latest on the Balancing Incentive Program (BIP), a
federal initiative authorizing grants to States to increase access
to non-institutional community-based long-term services and
supports. New York’s BIP grant for $598.7 million requires
the state to expand the NY Connects among them. NY Connects programs are currently operational in 54 counties, and
the new BIP funding will be used to strengthen and expand
the NY Connects Network to be a one-stop shop for longterm services and supports. This presentation will provide an
overview of the impact at the local level, including improved
coordination and examples of models in use at the local level.
(Monday, 2/2, 2:00-3:15pm)
9:30am-5:00pm)
Communicating with Your Constituents:
Putting Polling Data to Good Use
When poll data about a county issue is released, what do
you do? What can you learn from the information? Can poll
data be used to improve county decision making? In this session, polling experts will discuss what you can learn from
polls, how polling data can be helpful to county officials, and
what you should pay attention to when new poll results are
released. (Monday, 2/2, 2:00-3:15pm)
Informed Decision Making
Local officials allocate resources and make key decisions
regarding complex, challenging issues. In a time of increased fiscal constraint, heightened political tensions, and
demands for greater accountability and efficiency, officials
face a myriad of pressures. In turn, land grant institutions,
along with other universities, need to ensure that the research,
data, information and programming they produce to inform
local decisions is relevant and accessible while conforming to
academic standards. A central goal of this project is to improve local government oriented extension and outreach practice. This session provides an opportunity for local officials to
reflect on their processes, individually and collectively, for
decision making. (Monday, 2/2, 2:00-3:15pm)
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Streamlining the Waste Stream:
Taking the Lead in Solid Waste Management
Managing solid waste is an important service that counties
provide. Across New York, local governments deal with waste
stream issues from recycling, hauling, landfills, composting
and beyond. Join us for this important session that will highlight the work several counties are doing to lead waste management in a new direction. (Monday, 2/2, 2:00-3:15pm)
Preschool Special Education:
Update on Reimbursement & Program Changes
New State laws require that special education itinerant services (SEIT) are reimbursed only for services actually delivered. The past tuition-based reimbursement practice was to
pay for services ordered, regardless of whether a student or
teacher may be absent from a session. The State Education
Department will provide an update on changes that are slated
to begin July 1, 2015 for SEIT reimbursement and also the
status of center-based tuition program reimbursement and any
other pertinent program changes. (Monday, 2/2, 2:00-
3:15pm)
Early Intervention Update
The Early Intervention program continues working through
the transition to the statewide fiscal agent model, which includes evolving programmatic and fiscal information technology system upgrades designed to improve program oversight
and administration. DOH officials will provide a status update
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on the fiscal agent and program management process, as
well as any relevant updates on IDEA and any changes in
reimbursement for service coordination due to a switch
from fee-for-service to a capitated rate. (Monday, 2/2,
3:45-5:00pm)
Ethics and Integrity in Government
Government has a responsibility to ensure that their
officers and employees are versed in the ethical statutes
and rules that apply to them. According to the National
Government Ethics Survey® in 2007, “nearly six in ten
government employees saw at least one form of misconduct in the past twelve months. How are New York State
employees, government officials, and public corporations
regulated in the ways of ethics, political activities, and postemployment rules after leaving government service? This
timely training will combine the skills of experts in the field
of ethics and public integrity. (Monday, 2/2, 3:45-
Roundtable with State Commission of Correction
County jail administrators and sheriffs work with the Commission of Correction on issues ranging from facility expansion,
boarding out and inmate healthcare. Bring your most pressing
questions and join us as we welcome Chairman Tom Beilein for
a frank discussion on issues facing our county jails. (Monday,
2/2, 3:45-5:00pm)
State Budget Review 2015
Even with a sizable one-time surplus of funds coming into
state coffers, the State Budget still faces considerable challenges.
Fundamental budget and spending reforms enacted in recent
years have improved the long term outlook for the State Budget,
but adhering to these self-imposed spending guidelines requires
significant fiscal discipline. This workshop will provide a review
of the Governor’s Budget proposal and the potential impact on
counties. (Tuesday, 2/3, 9:00am-10:15am)
5:00pm)
Professional Development Series:
Completing Your Efficiency Plan
The State’s property tax freeze plan encourages counties to coordinate the local government efficiency plan
with their municipalities. This coordination would allow
for information sharing and efficiencies of scale. From
shared purchasing to equipment lending, localities are
working to reduce costs. This session will provide an update of where counties are in the efficiency planning process, how to position local projects, and ways to achieve
the 1 percent tax levy savings required under the law.
2/3, 9:00am-10:15am)
(Monday, 2/2, 3:45-5:00pm)
Risks on the Rails: The Impact of Crude Oil
Transport in Your County
Communities impacted by rail transport of crude oil from
ports and refineries has become a hot button issue confronting the State and many local governments in New
York. This workshop will explore the experiences of
counties that have taken the issue head on with regard to
both health and safety, and economic need. (Monday,
2/2, 3:45-5:00pm)
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Creative Problem Solving Techniques
In this program, you will have an opportunity to systematically
solve situational challenges you encounter in your own organization. Working through a series of models, personal assessments,
and case studies, you will tap into your natural intelligence and
potential for solving complex workplace problems. (Tuesday,
Websites: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
Your county’s website is its virtual front door. Are you putting your best virtual face forward? What can you do to make
your county website work better for you and your residents? This session will look at the important features of a userfriendly county website, and how you can take the first steps
toward an A+ website. (Tuesday, 2/3, 9:00am-10:15am)
Public Water: The Silent Service
Water treatment and delivery is often considered a silent
service—provided quietly and constantly on a daily basis to all..
Despite its ‘silence’ much effort is put into providing clean water
and protecting drinking water resources. This session will focus
on this important public service and describe the health, public
safety and logistical challenges faced in water management and
treatment. (Tuesday, 2/3, 9:00am-10:15am)
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Shared Services: Collaborating Across County Lines
Counties are breaking new ground in shared services arrangements by partnering across county lines to improve service delivery and government efficiency. Genesee and Orleans
counties are implementing a unique initiative to share a single
public health officer across both counties. The innovative
solution has been awarded one of only 16 nationwide grants
from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to foster and
inform implementation. Hear from county officials and representatives from the Foundation on the genesis of the project
and progress so far. (Tuesday, 2/3, 10:45am-12:00pm)
Public Health Protocols: Dealing with Ebola
and Other Large Scale Public Health Risks
In a global world, the risk of exposure to communicable disease is often truly a plane, train, car or bus ride away. Local,
state, federal and clinical care provider response to the ongoing Ebola epidemic highlights the need for coordination on
both a legal and operational level. Join state and local health
officials to discuss New York State’s response, including ongoing legal, intergovernmental and border state/country challenges. (Tuesday, 2/3, 10:45am-12:00pm)
Exploring the Role of Planning In Your County
Planning departments serve as a regional resource in many
counties. Planners take on a wide variety of projects - from
assisting towns and local planning units with zoning, coordinating economic development projects, grant writing and
planning large-scale infrastructure investments. Join us to hear
more about the breadth and depth of activities planning departments take on and the benefits they provide to our communities. (Tuesday, 2/3, 10:45am-12:00pm)
Professional Development Series:
Developing Dynamic Presentation and Briefing Skills
Listeners may not care what you do; but they do care about
what you can do for them. This session concentrates on teaching participants the right skills ranging from delivering a series
of facts, and improved situational awareness. Participants will
learn how to best gain and retain their audience's comprehension and attention. This course will help participants display
confidence and poise when making a presentation. After this
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training, participants will be able to give clear, concise presentations to superiors, peers, customers or technical audiences.
Interactive discussions and tools from your industry will be
explored to enable a full understanding of the briefing techniques within your own personal work environment. (Tuesday, 2/3, 10:45am-12:00pm)
Mitigating Flood Impacts through Sustainable
River Restoration
Recent storms and flood events have resulted in significant
damage to local infrastructure across the state. In response,
counties are exploring a variety of ways to mitigate the impact
of future floods. This presentation will provide guidance to
county officials for leveraging existing opportunities for funding to implement sustainable river restoration projects that
would reduce the impact of future flood events in their communities. (Tuesday, 2/3, 10:45am-12:00pm)
Public Sector Labor/Management Relations
Participants will learn about the unique labor/management
relationships existing in county government as established under State law. Topics of this session will include the requirements of the Civil Service Law, the Taylor Law, the operations
and responsibilities of the Public Employment Relations Board
(PERB), and procedures mandated under other relevant state
statutes. This session is one of the core course requirements
under the Dennis A. Pelletier County Government Institute.
(4 credits) (Tuesday, 2/3, 2:00pm-5:00pm)
Current Topics in Real Property Tax Administration
Join us for a review of current topics affecting real property
taxation in counties. Topics will include the property tax
freeze checks and how they are calculated, tax shifts due to
apportionment and how they can affect rebate checks, and
how the definition of correction of errors within the Real
Property Tax Law has been expanded. The session will also
address how the STAR registration process has made the local
tax base more equitable and pending issues that affect the tax
collection and foreclosure process. (Tuesday, 2/3, 2:00pm-
3:15pm)
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Kids in Court: An Update on Raising the Age in NYS
New York is one of the only states in the country that prosecutes 16 and 17-year-olds as adults in Criminal Court. In 2014,
Governor Cuomo's endorsed raising the age of criminal responsibility in New York and created a commission to accomplish this change. Come hear from members of the Commission and from local probation and social services officials on
how this major public policy change will happen in New York
State. (Tuesday, 2/3, 2:00pm-3:15pm)
Advocacy and Funding for Indigent Legal Services:
Relieving the Fiscal Burdens to Counties The Director of the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services
will discuss the impact of the recent five county HurrellHarring settlement. Efforts to obtain additional state funding
for the remainder of the counties in order to improve quality
and reduce the fiscal burden placed on all counties to provide
indigent legal services will also be discussed. (Tuesday, 2/3,
2:00pm-3:15pm)
2pm)
Professional Development Series Plenary
Understanding Your True Colors: Using the Color
Spectrum to Analyze and Understand Professional
Communication Issues
Presented in a fast, fun, interactive format, Real Colors participants learn to quickly identify their own temperament—or
"color"—and that of others in order to better understand and
express points of view and professional information. Using
this powerful knowledge, participants develop more effective
professional and personal communication skills and build better relationships—in and out of the workplace. Join us for the
“ultimate” approach to collaboration in your professional life.
Learn to craft and express your point effectively while collaborating and understanding other perspectives and approaches
for maximum success. (Tuesday, 2/3, 3:30pm-5:00pm)
NYS Emergency Management Certification
and Training Program: Tier 1
The New York State Emergency Management Certification and
Training (EMC & T) Program supports Governor Cuomo’s
strategy of creating unified emergency management training for
County Chief Executives and other emergency management
stakeholders. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) has worked with the
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local emergency management community to develop
standardized curriculum for three tiers of training
aimed at: County Chief Executives (Tier 1), County
Emergency Managers (Tier 2), and other local public
officials within the Counties (Tier 3). County Chief
Executives and County Emergency Managers must
complete the training (to include annual refresher
training) for DHSES grant eligibility purposes. The
training covers all facets of emergency management,
including disaster preparedness, response and recovery. It also outlines the legal authorities and responsibilities related to emergency management in New
York State. DHSES is partnering with NYSAC to
deliver the County Chief Executive (Tier 1) portion
of the training. The training will also meet the annual
refresher requirement for those that have previously
completed a Tier 1 training. (Wed, 2/4, 9:30am-
4 Convenient Ways to Register!
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ONLINE—Preferred Method!
(County Officials ONLY)
www.regonline.com/nysaclegconf2015
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FAX
NYSAC Registration Form (to NYSAC)
(518) 465-0506
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MAIL (NYSAC Reg Form ONLY)
NYSAC, 540 Broadway, 5th Floor
Albany, NY 12207
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ONSITE
You may register as a walk-in on site at
any time throughout the conference at
the NYSAC Registration Desk.
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The Desmond Hotel, 660 Albany–Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211
Call for Reservations: (518) 869.8100
Hotel Packages
Package 1
Monday Arrival 2/2 Wednesday Departure 2/4
Single $491/ per person
Double Share $347/ per person
Includes room on Monday & Tuesday Nights, Monday Lunch/Taste of NY Dinner Reception, Tuesday Breakfast/Lunch, Wednesday Breakfast, Gratuities
Package 2
Monday Arrival 2/2 Tuesday Departure 2/3
Single $309/ per person
Double Share $237/ per person
Includes room on Monday Night, Monday Lunch/Tast of NY Dinner Reception, Tuesday Breakfast/Lunch, Gratuities
Package 3
Tuesday Arrival 2/3 Wednesday Departure 2/4
Single $245/ per person
Double Share $173/ per person
Includes room on Tuesday Night, Tuesday Breakfast/Lunch, Wednesday Breakfast, Gratuities
Early Arrival - Sunday February 1, 2015
Single $135/ per person
Double Share $75/ per person ($150 total for Double Room)
To ensure our conference is ADA accessible to all, please indicate if you require special assistance. IF YES, please specify:
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HOTEL DEPOSIT: YOU WILL NEED TO GUARANTEE YOUR RESERVATION WITH A CREDIT CARD OR AN ADVANCED DEPOSIT.
PLEASE BOOK YOUR HOTEL RESERVATION BY PHONE BY CALLING THE DESMOND AT
(518) 869-8100 or (800) 448-3500
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING FOR IMPORTANT HOTEL INFORMATION
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Hotel reservation must be received by January 12, 2015 after which time the room block will be released and reservations will be accepted based on availability. Please note that the room block CAN sell out prior to the cut off date so
register early to ensure a room in the hotel. NYSAC encourages you to make your reservation as soon as possible to avoid any inconvenience.
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Room reservations at the Desmond are on a first come, first served basis.
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Check-in time is 4:00 pm. Guest room availability cannot be guaranteed before that time. Please confirm date of departure at
check-in to avoid an early departure fee of $25.00. Please present the hotel with a tax-exempt certificate upon registration.
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Checkout is 12 noon. Upon checking out, please pay the hotel directly by cash, check, credit card or county voucher. For your
convenience, The Desmond will provide a room for storing your luggage.
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Hotel Confirmation will be sent by the Desmond Hotel as an acknowledgement of your reservation within 2 weeks of receipt of
the form and once the credit card deposit is confirmed or payment is received. Please bring your confirmation to the hotel for
prompt check-in.
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If for any reason you need to cancel your reservation with the Desmond, please be sure to notify The Desmond (518)869-8100
DIRECTLY, 72 hours prior to arrival to avoid being charged for the room. If the Desmond is not contacted directly the registrant is responsible for all hotel charges. Please note that NYSAC cannot accept hotel cancellations. You may cancel this reservation 72 hours prior to your check- in date without charge. Should you fail to arrive or cancel after 72 hours prior to the check
- in date, you will be charged the entire package. In the event you need to leave or change your reservation once registered, the
entire value of the package will be charged.
NYSAC LEGISLATIVE
CONFERENCE
FEBRUARY
2-4,
2015
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Register Today !
Fax THIS Form
to NYSAC
518-465-0506
NYSAC 2015 Legislative Conference Registration Form
Registrations will be accepted via mail, fax, or online:
NYSAC, 540 Broadway, 5th Floor, Albany, NY 12207
FAX: 518.465.0506
Register online or fax/mail this form to NYSAC
Name____________________________________________________________Preferred Badge First Name_____________
Title_________________________________________________County ________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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$190 Full Conference Registration– please note this rate is only available to member counties and their employees
Includes participation at all open sessions, program workshops, affiliate programs Monday –Wednesday.
(Please note that registration rates do not include meals. Meals are part of the hotel packages or can be purchased a la carte at the registration desk)
$130 One-Day Registration– please note this rate is only available to member counties and their employees
Includes participation at open sessions, program workshopson ONE DAY ONLY.
(Please note that we cannot combine partial days into a one day fee. A one day fee entitles you to attend on one day only - without exception)
(Please note that registration rates do not include meals. Meals are part of the hotel packages or can be purchased a la carte at the registration desk)
Please check the day you will be attending:
Monday
Tuesday
$50 Dennis A. Pelletier County Government Institute: Orientation for Newly Elected & Appointed County Officials
Participation in Monday’s 7-hour orientation for newly elected & appointed county officials ONLY. Certificate presented upon completion of
training. Monday lunch included in this registration type only. (If you plan on attending the full NYSAC Legislative Conf. you must ALSO
register as a One Day Registration with the fee listed above. The $50 Pelletier fee only registers you for the 7-hour Newly Electeds Program on
Monday and is a separate program IN ADDITION to the Legislative Conference)
PRIVATE SECTOR COMPANIES CAN ONLY REGISTER AS AN EXHIBITOR OR SPONSOR VIA VENDOR FORMS @ WWW.NYSAC.ORG
REGISTER ONLINE @ www.regonline.com/nysaclegconf2015
Pre-Registration Deadline: January 27, 2015 *
(*You may register for the conference after the deadline date as a walk–in registrant at the Conference registration desk .)
PAYMENT INFORMATION
All conference registrations must be paid upon invoice. If using a voucher or purchase order - please submit upon registration.
Vouchers and purchase orders must be filled out completely by the registrant - including the names of which attendee(s) will be
covered by that voucher/purchase order to ensure prompt return of the forms to the county for payment in a timely fashion.
Vouchers that have not been completely filled out by the registrant will be returned without registration processing.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Check
Purchase Order or Voucher
FOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS PLEASE PROCESS YOUR REGISTRATION
ONLINE AT THE ADDRESS LISTED ABOVE.
Please make checks payable to NYSAC 2015 Legislative Conference
NYSAC, 540 Broadway, 5th Floor, Albany, NY 12207
Please note: Any registrations cancelled prior to January 27, 2015 will be subject to a 25% administrative fee. Registrations cancelled
after January 27, 2015 cannot be refunded. Cancellations must be made via email to [email protected]
NYSAC 2015 Legislative Conference
February 2-4, 2015
The Desmond . Albany
540 Broadway, 5th Floor
Albany, New York 12207
NYSAC Legislative Conference
Materials Enclosed!
NYSAC 2015 Legislative Conference
February 2-4, 2015 Desmond Hotel Albany, New York