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Home My WebLink About2010 05 05 Mail: Green, Energy & Climate Conference RECEIVED MAY - 3 2010 • SPR ill F OF T HE CITY C ERK April 29, 2010 The Honorable John F. Bush Mayor, City of Winter Springs 4 1126 East SR 434 2010 FLORIDA Winter Springs, FL 32708 green, energy & climate CONFERENCE / EXPO Dear Mayor Bush, oho/ c We are pleased to inform you that the City of Winter Springs has been I • , * • awarded a Grant to join a group of 100 Florida Cities at the Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference— 100 Cities Summit to be held �oit o e on May 25 -26, 2010 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. The grant covers conference registration, all conference meals and accommodations for two nights at the Marriott West Palm Beach. Transportation is not included. Patin BeadiCautty ConventionCenter Tc Ian Co Evumm.: Pm Mgr Evur - Economic, demographic and environmental forces are transforming Florida in ways that require communities to rethink their assumptions about what's next. Connect with a select group of Florida's key municipal managers and decision - makers at this invitation -only summit designed to move your PT community toward a more sustainable future. This grant program will immerse you in thoughtful discussions, fast -paced exercises and farsighted presentations that will bring Florida's future into sharp focus, uncovering key priorities and opportunities for increased collaboration and ,' ° greater economies of scale. You will learn how to maximize the `� economic, social and environmental benefits of your green initiatives and "HFl P F� explore how state policies will impact your plans and timing. Most USGBC South Florida importantly, you will have the opportunity to network with other community leaders and policy makers from across the state to create a coalition of support for long -term green strategic objectives. "Green" is not an option anymore — there is too much to be gained rather 4��r than sit on the sidelines of change and too much at stake to leave your community's future to chance. Confirm your participation today in this fast -paced and groundbreaking exploration of Florida's green future. Sincerely, sus J am 1ltu' _- Development PALM MACH COUNTY'S BUSINESS SUMACS Jaene Miranda Committee Chair, Florida Green Energy & Climate Conference — 100 Cities Summit CEO, Palms West Chamber of Commerce South Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference /Expo • c/o Palms West Chamber of Commerce • 561 - 790 -6200 13901 Southern Boulevard • Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470 • Fax 561 - 791 -2069 RSVP TO E -mail to: Anitra @PalmsWest.com Phone: 561 - 790 -6200 FAX: 561 - 791 -2069 2010 FLORIDA Mail to: green, energy & climate Palms West Chamber of Commerce CONFERENCE / EXPO 13901 Southern Boulevard Loxahatchee Groves, 33470 "100 Cities Summit" Grant Program Florida Green Energy & Climate Conference ❑ Yes, I will be attending the 100 Cities Summit ❑ No, I will not be able to attend but would like to send a representative on my behalf Representative Name Title (All representatives must be approved by Conference Committee) Invited Individual: John F. Bush Title: Mayor Location: City of Winter Springs Address: 1126 East SR 434 Winter Springs, FL 32708 Conference Dates: May 25 -26, 2010 Conference Location: Palm Beach County Convention Center 650 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561- 366 -3000 Meals covered by the Grant program at Palm Beach County Convention Center: May 25 — Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner May 26 — Breakfast & Lunch Hotel Accommodations: Marriott — West Palm Beach 1001 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561 - 833 -1234 Hotel night stays covered by the Grant program at the Marriott - WPB (check all nights that apply): ❑ Monday, May 24, 2010 ❑ Tuesday, May 25, 2010 Please note: Transportation to the conference is not covered. South Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference /Expo • c/o Palms West Chamber of Commerce • 561- 790 -6200 13901 Southern Boulevard • Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470 • Fax 561 - 791 -2069 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 2010 FLORIDA green, energy & climate "100 Cities Summit" Grant Program CONFERENCE'EXPO Florida Green Energy & Climate Conference www.floridagreenconference.com , Session 1: The Foundation of a Sustainable Future. Session will focus on the macro forces driving Florida toward a more sustainable future. Participants will explore how government policies, regulations, public demand, economic needs, market shifts and emerging technologies fundamentally challenge and evolve the assumptions underlying "business -as- usual." Groups will discuss the need to develop alternate strategies and objective measures to maximize the economic, social and environmental benefits of their green objectives. Discussion topics include: How does Florida move beyond divisive debates about energy, climate change and sustainability to collaborate on a more prosperous future? What are the risks to Florida if the present course is continued? What are the limits to Florida's natural and social capital? What are the benefits of green leadership and the costs of falling behind? Desired outcome: A shared sense of urgency and commitment to move forward. Session 2: Developing a Sustainable Vision. Session will involve a series of fast -paced exercises designed to identify a set of possible futures for Florida. Group discussions will explore how greener, cleaner and more energy efficient principles impact Florida's quality of life and ability to compete. Participants will organize around shared concepts of Florida's future and identify specific tools and tactics to accelerate desired progress. Discussion topics include: What are the assumptions about the future that shape existing strategies? What do existing energy and resource consumption patterns tell us about Florida's future? How are other communities, industries and businesses taking control of the future? How does our vision align with our social, environmental and economic priorities? What policies, tools or resources are needed to get there? Desired outcome: Build consensus around a series of strategic objectives and identify specific tools and tactics required. Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference /Expo • c/o Palms West Chamber of Commerce • 561 - 790 -6200 13901 Southern Boulevard • Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470 • Fax 561 - 791 -2069 Session 3: Leveraging the Power of Partnership. Session will focus on how new partnership and linkages can dramatically accelerate Florida's green progress. Groups will uncover potential collaborations with businesses, communities, governments, citizen groups and utilities to increase the productivity of green initiatives. Tools and resources to develop and achieve a sustainable future will be identified. Case studies will highlight successful models and best practices across Florida and the nation. Discussion topics include: What is the best response to Florida's systemic energy and environmental challenges? How can participants work together to make our communities more sustainable? How can the public and private sector build strategies to create a desired future? How will new partnerships attract new customers and create new markets? Desired outcome: Increase green cooperation to save time and money. Session 4: The Roadmap to Green Session will apply insights from workshops and general conference to prioritize immediate action steps. Participants will receive a resource guide to assist with the implementation of green plans. Groups will create a strategic map with timelines to move their communities, businesses and Florida forward. Attendees will formalize plans to support common goals and long -term objectives. Participants will contribute language to a declaration of principles that will serve as a catalyst for local governments to begin coordinating green initiatives. Discussion topics include: How do we improve our understanding of the systems we depend upon for economic success? How can we work together on the issues and challenges we share? What are the greatest opportunities for Florida to demonstrate green leadership? What is the most immediate, measurable and realistic action that will deliver the greatest result? Desired outcome: A public commitment to convert fragmented green efforts into coordinated and measurable progress within one year. Please note: Session speakers and topics subject to change Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference /Expo • c/o Palms West Chamber of Commerce • 561 - 790 -6200 13901 Southern Boulevard • Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470 • Fax 561 - 791 -2069 • Your Conference Schedule: 2010 rLORtW green, energy & climate "100 Cities Summit" Grant Program Florida Green Energy & Climate Conference www.floridagreenconference.com Dav 1 — Tuesday, May 25, 2010 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. — Conference Registration (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. — Exhibits Open (Ballrooms A,B,C) 8:00 a.m. — Opening Breakfast - Welcome (Grand Ballroom) 8:30 a.m. — General Session - Green is Not an Option Anymore (Grand Ballroom) 9:30 a.m. — Break (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 10:00 a.m. — "100 Cities Summit ": Session 1 — by invitation only Noon — Lunch with Sponsor Presentation (Grand Ballroom) 1:00 p.m. — General Session - Does Green Save You Green? (Grand Ballroom) 2:15 p.m. — Break (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 2:30 p.m. — "100 Cities Summit ": Session 2 — by invitation only 4:30 p.m. — Networking Social (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 6:00 p.m. — Exhibits Close 6:00 p.m. — Opening Dinner with Speakers (Grand Ballroom) 9:00 p.m. — Day Adjourns Dav 2 — Wednesday, May 26, 2010 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. — Conference Registration (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. — Exhibits Open (Ballrooms A,B,C) 8:00 a.m. — Breakfast/General Session — Florida's Future Job Market (Grand Ballroom) 9:30 a.m. — Break (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 10:00 a.m. — "100 Cities Summit ": Session 3 — by invitation only Noon — Lunch (Grand Ballroom) 1:00 p.m. — General Session — Getting the $ for Green (Grand Ballroom) 2:15 p.m. — Break (Lobby of Ballrooms A,B,C) 2:30 p.m. — "100 Cities Summit ": Session 4 — by invitation only 4:30 p.m. — Break (Final visits to Expo Area) 5:00 p.m. — "100 Cities Summit" Presentation of Outcomes to Conference Attendees 6:00 p.m. — Day Adjourns /Exhibits Close South Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference /Expo • c/o Palms West Chamber of Commerce • 561 - 790 -6200 13901 Southern Boulevard • Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470 • Fax 561 - 791 -2069