What To Know Before You Go 2020We look forward to welcoming you to PNCWA2020 at the Spokane Convention Center. This year’s conference features a robust technical program, expansive exhibit hall with top level vendors and ample social and networking events. We would like to first and foremost extend a special thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors. We would not be able to host the conference without their generous support. Events SchedulePlease check out the agenda at a glance, which outlines conference events and activities, including events in advance of the conference. We have some great activities planned this year, prior to the conference beginning: Water For People; Pedal for People Bike Ride & Stormwater Service Project both being held on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Please check the website for more details and how to register. Pre-conference workshops will be held on Sunday, September 8, with the main conference, scheduled from Monday, September 9 - Wednesday, September 11, starting with Opening Session on Monday at 8:15AM. Want to customize your agenda?
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
When entering the Oregon Convention Center, please use the doors located at MLK Jr. Blvd. and Hoyt St. Registration Location: Pre-Function, Hall E Registration Desk Hours:
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To see more ways you can reduce your impact on site at the conference and what a difference your small changes make visit myeventfootprint.com Time Zone: Portland, Oregon is located in the Pacific Zone (GMT -07:00) What to Pack Late Summer, early fall is an incredible time of year to be in Portland, Oregon. While the average outside temperature can be warm during the day and cooler by night, we recommend you dress in layers as the temperatures inside the meeting room can vary. Weather September in Portland can arguably be the best time to visit the Rose City; however, Portland can also be marked by rain and showers. Average temperatures range from a high of 78ºF to a low of 57ºF. We encourage you to come prepared for sprinkles. You can view the extended weather forecast for a better prediction of the weather during the conference. Getting There If you are staying at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton, Portland, there is an adjacent MAX line Station from the PDX Airport for approximately $3.00 that runs approximately every 15 minutes. We encourage you to check the MAX Red Line Schedule for times. Ride Sharing programs, and Taxis are also available in Portland, Oregon. Lastly Portland is well known for their bike sharing program, called BIKEtown with several locations near the hotel and convention center, making navigating the city by bike quite approachable.
If you plan to drive and park at the Oregon Convention Center’s underground garage, you may enter the garage through either the NE Lloyd Boulevard (P1) or NE First Avenue (P2) entrances. Clearance on the P1 Level is 7 feet; clearance on the P2 Level is 9 feet. Parking rates increase by time after the first fifteen minutes (complimentary):
The Oregon Convention Center website features a page with detailed information on transportation should you need more information.
Conference InformationProgram For the full conference program, please visit the conference website. As noted above, registration opens at 8:00AM on Sunday, September 8, 2019 in the Pre-Function D section of the first floor; with pre-conference workshops starting at 9:00AM, & an Operations Challenge event held during our All Attendee Meet & Greet from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. Attention Presenters Visit the conference website for detailed presenter instructions including the equipment available in the session rooms and what to expect at your session. Please format all presentations in 4:3 ratio for optimal display on the screen. Presentations should be saved as follows: Presentation Title_Presenter Last Name_PNCWA2019 Presentation Archiving: All presentations will be collected by the session moderator and archived on the conference website. Wi-fi at the Oregon Convention Center: Wi-fi will be provided for conference attendees throughout the Oregon Convention Center.
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The conference is pleased to offer a number of facility tours which will depart from the Convention Center. All tours are first-come, first served and CEUs are available based on actual presentation time. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Closed-toe shoes are required.
This year the Water For People Committee will be embracing the great biking culture and beautiful scenery of Portland by bringing a new event to the 2019 PNCWA Annual Conference – Pedal For People. Join us on a casual bike ride and tour along the Willamette Riverfront in Portland while raising money for Water For People. All net proceeds for this event will be donated to Water For People and support their mission to develop high-quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments. The event will start and end at the DoubleTree, the main conference hotel, and will follow a 12-mile loop along the river with rest and informational stops with refreshments planned along the way. This event is not meant to be a race and guests of all cycling abilities are encouraged to participate. Participants will be divided into groups, each group riding at a pace suited to their abilities and paced by a group leader. Registration for this event is separate from the conference. The bike route we will be following can be found at the bottom of this page or by clicking on the link above. $80.00 per rider renting a cross bicycle (Hybrid of a road and mountain bike and helmet) $50.00 per ride providing their own bicycle and helmet Disclaimer PNCWA2019 reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any official conference event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. PNCWA may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by PNCWA including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. We look forward to seeing you in Portland, Oregon! |
Please use the appropriate bins onsite to ensure items are recycled and reduce the waste sent to landfills.
Reduce your water consumption by limiting your shower time and reusing your towel in your hotel room.