Proceedings will be distributed at the conference on June 10th. The following items should be considered as you prepare your manuscript:

• Your paper -- submitted electronically in .pdf format will be reproduced exactly as submitted.  We are also producing a printed volume of the Proceedings and the CD-ROM version that you submit will be used for this purpose.
• Length of Paper – Your manuscript, including illustrations, may not exceed 12 single-spaced pages. If you elect to exceed the 12-page limitation, there is a $100/page charge. Manuscripts should be accompanied by checks covering the appropriate amount which is determined by multiplying pages 13 and above by $100.  Illustrations are included in the 12-page allotment.
• Manuscript Format – Your paper must be submitted to fit standard U.S. paper size (8½ x 11 inches).  Allow at least a 1" margin at the bottom of each page so that we may include the page number in the Proceedings.
• Authors With More Than One Paper -- The registration fee covers one technical paper; authors submitting more than one paper must include an additional $100 per paper.

DO NOT NUMBER THE PAGES IN YOUR MANUSCRIPT.  We will assign page numbers.  THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO PAGINATE THE ENTIRE BOOK.  Also, do not include reference lines with company names, logos, etc. on the bottom or top of your pages.  There is a $20 per page charge for each page that must be edited.  There is a $25 charge for resubmission of papers.  Please proofread and obtain approvals before submission.  Each time the paper is resubmitted it is subject to a $25 charge.

Email submission -- If you are presenting more than one paper, each paper should be sent individually and the title of the paper should be noted in your email.  Eliminate page numbers, logos or any other extraneous material included on the manuscript page.

And try to eliminate use of unusual font types or those created specifically for you.  We had numerous problems with papers being unprintable or readable because fonts could not be identified or read by the printer.

• Major headings are to be indicated by ALL CAPS; Sub-headings are to be indicated by Initial Caps.
• Title – Do not type a separate title page for your paper. Center and type the paper title along with the name(s), title(s), and affiliation of the author(s) at the top of the first page of the manuscript.
• Pagination – DO NOT NUMBER YOUR PAGES; we will affix the page numbers in the Proceedings.
• Proofreading – CTA will not edit or proofread your manuscript so be sure that you are comfortable with both the content and accuracy of the copy before submitting it to us. Your paper will be reproduced directly from the electronic file (.pdf) that you submit to us. Any errors in your original manuscript will appear in the published paper; proofread carefully before you submit. Manuscripts are subject to approval of the Conference Committee for inclusion in the Proceedings. Do Not FAX a copy of your paper.

TECHNICAL SESSION PRESENTATIONS

The conference is offering the majority of its presentations in Technical Sessions. Panels and tutorials have separate presentation requirements.

• Your presentation is 20 minutes.  You will be interrupted if you go over your allotted time. Session chairmen will be using timers and lights to maintain the session schedule. Your full paper will be published in the Proceedings of the conference; therefore, you should summarize the highlights for your oral presentation. And please keep in mind that the official conference dress is casual, i.e., no jackets and no ties. This applies to speakers, session chairs and panel and tutorial chairs.
• Questions & Answers – The Question and Answer session has been eliminated. Speakers should use some of their presentation time for questions. This is not mandatory, but we do ask that you allow a few minutes at the end of your paper for questions.
• Try to anticipate questions that may be asked – and answer them in advance as part of your presentation; in other words, include in your oral presentation those points that would be of most interest to the immediate audience. When a question is asked, if the answer will be found in the published version of your paper, please indicate that so you can keep your on-the-spot answers as brief as possible. Some questions may be best answered after the session, on an individual basis.
• Prepare visuals for Power Point projection. There is no provision for 35 mm slides. Your materials should be submitted on a CD-Rom. Your materials will be accepted at the Registration Desk when you check in.

  Avoid complicated visuals that require long reading time by the audience. Try to make your visuals attractive to view and easy to grasp. Remember that you are speaking in a large room with possibly hundreds of people. The person in the last row should be able to read your charts or graphs just as easily as some one in the front row. What might be acceptable to you as you sit at your desk, might not work as part of a presentation in a large room. Please be considerate of the attendees as you prepare your visual materials for presentation. Detailed illustrative material is not suitable for your oral presentation

TECHNICAL SESSION ROOM SET-UP

Each session room will be equipped with the following standard equipment:

• Lavaliere microphone
• Laptop computer
• Podium
• Screen
• LCD projector
• Light timers

Additional equipment may be ordered at the speaker's expense (TV/VCR); or you may bring your own equipment with you.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Speakers must remit their reduced conference fee of $695, before January 31st. After that, the regular conference rates are in effect, and late papers will be scheduled on the program, possibly resulting in the elimination of papers from speakers not remitting the registration fee by the deadline. Manuscripts will not be published if the registration fee is unpaid. There are no refunds for speakers after the Conference Program is announced.

The conference fee covers all conference activities:  all continental breakfasts; all lunches; evening parties; all breaks; and participation in all tutorials, panels and technical sessions, plus, the conference materials distributed at the conference. There is a nominal fee for those participating in the field trip to the Polk Power Plant.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

Reservations should be made by January 31st at the Sheraton Sand Key ($169/night), the host property. Call 727/595-1611; FAX 727/596-8488; web: www.beachsand.com; or email: sheraton@cft.net.

Please keep in mind that changes may be made at any time; but you cannot make a reservation in a hotel that is completely booked.

OVERFLOW HOTELS:  We're working with a number of properties on Clearwater Beach who have very competitive rates and are within walking distance to the Sheraton Sand Key (for those who like to walk).

Gulfview (Remodeled in 2004)
521 S. Gulfview Blvd.
Clearwater, Florida  33767
Phone: 727/447-6461
FAX: 727/443-5888
Email:  info@ramadagulfview.com
www.ramadagulfview.com
Rates:  Rooms are $169/standard

Baywatch Suites
600 Bayway Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, Florida  33767
Phone:  727-446-3477
Email:  guestservices@baywatchsuites.com
www.baywatchsuites.com
Rates:  $625/week or $99-$110/day

Bel Crest Beach Resort On the Water
706 Baywater Boulevard
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767-2609
www.belcrest.com
Email: belresort@aol.com
Phone: 727-442-7455
FAX: 727-442-4923
Rates: Rooms start at $75/night (Suites are available at higher rates); weekly rates also.

Sands Point Motel & Suites
433 Coronado Drive
Clearwater Beach, Florida  33767
Phone: 727-446-5608 or 1-800-433-2362
FAX:  727-442-7892
Email:  sandspointmotel@msn.com
Web: www.SandsPointMotel.com
Rates: $65/day to $550/week