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 2005 National Convention & Tax Seminar – Monterey, CA
The Far Western Chapter is thrilled to invite you to attend the NSAC’s 70th Annual Convention & Tax Seminar in Monterey, California. The Monterey area is fascinating. Monterey is located approximately 125 miles south of San Francisco and 345 miles north of Los Angeles. To the north lies Monterey Bay, to the west the Pacific Ocean and to the south Carmel Bay. The climate is mild and temperate year round, with cool summer months and warm "Indian Summer" autumns. For more information visit www.montereyinfo.org.
We have planned some terrific tax and technical sessions with great tour and social activities for friends and family.
The meeting is headquartered at the Portola Plaza Hotel-Monterey Bay. As breathtaking as the California landscape itself, the facility is a welcome retreat into modern luxury. Located in the heart of Monterey, overlooking scenic Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay, there the hotel lies with service that is as memorable as the view. Participants will be able to relax in one of the hotel's 370 deluxe guest rooms, many with spectacular bay views, offering all the comfort, security and variety you'd expect.
We look forward to welcoming all NSAC members, potential members and families to Monterey in August.
Dan Nutley
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Hotel: Portola Plaza Hotel at Monterey Bay (www.portolaplazahotel.com)
Address: 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
Telephone: 888.222.5851
Room Rate:
$170 per room per night plus tax (currently 10.05%) for single occupancy;
$180 per room per night plus tax for double occupancy;
$195 per room per night plus tax for triple occupancy; and
$205 per room per night plus tax for quad occupancy.
The discounted group rate begins Thursday, July 28 through August 3, 2005. The group rate has been extended three days post-event (through August 6, 2005) for those wishing to spend a few days in the Monterey area. In order to secure a reservation, a deposit equivalent to one night’s room and tax, or the guarantee of same by major credit card is required at time of reservation.
If you wish to make your reservation online, please click the following link: http://www.portolaplazahotel.com/group.cfm. Enter the following password: taxes, fill out the information and click submit. Reservations can also be made by phone by calling the hotel directly at (831) 649-4511 or by calling Central Reservations at 1-888-222-5851 and referring to National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives to obtain the discounted rate. The group's room block will be released on June 30, 2005. All reservations received after this date will be reserved on a space availability basis at the group rate.
Parking at the hotel is $13 per day self parking for registered hotel guests with "in" and "out" privileges and $15 for valet parking per 24 hour stay.
All scheduled educational events will take place at the Monterey Conference Center, which is connected to the Portola Plaza Hotel’s Artium lobby. The hotel is located at Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940. Should you need to send packages to the hotel, include your name, arrival date and the words "hotel guest" on the mailing label.
The newly renovated Portola Plaza Hotel at Monterey Bay is located in the middle of everything that is the Monterey Peninsula. Known as the "perfect meeting of land, sea and sky," the area is recognized as an ideal vacation and business destination. The 370 boutique-style guest rooms and 10 executive suites, many with bay views, offer all the comfort, security and amenities you would expect. From the freshly baked cookies to the pampered treatment you'll get in the European Spa, the Portola Plaza Hotel will provide the friendly, personal attention you deserve. Within the hotel you will find The California Grill, the finest in California-style cuisine. Jack's is the place to be for a light fare menu and cocktails after a long day. The only on-premises, micro-brewery on the Peninsula, Peter B's BrewPub is a casual atmosphere where you can savor gourmet signature pizzas and half-pound burgers. For the healthy at heart, The Portola Plaza Hotel offers a variety of options for everyone--a relaxing spa treatment, an invigorating swim or a calorie-burning workout in the gym nearby. Connected by the Portola Plaza's Atrium lobby, the hotel and Monterrey Conference Center offer 50,000 sq. ft. of flexible event facilities, meeting and exhibit space.
Some Standard Amenities Include:
- Oversize work desk with power supply modem
- Desk and bedside phones with dataport
- High speed internet
- Guest voice mail services
- In-room coffee service
- Same day laundry & dry cleaning services
- Hair dryers & make-up mirrors
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Getting to the Monterey Peninsula from outside California couldn't be easier. Fly directly into Monterey's hassle-free airport located just 10 minutes from the hotel. The Monterey Peninsula Airport is located just four miles from the Hotel. Taxi service is approximately $10 each way. This rate is subject to change. Airlines servicing the Monterey Peninsula Airport include American, United and America West, offering 80 flights daily. Other travel options include flying into San Jose International Airport, a quick one-hour drive or San Francisco International Airport, a 1.5 hour drive down the picturesque California coast. Monterey is situated 60 miles south of San Jose International Airport, 120 miles south of downtown San Francisco and 340 miles north of Los Angeles.
Local Ground Transportation
A variety of transportation services to and from all airports are available for all of your ground transportation needs. Upon arriving at the airport, you can select several different ways to get to the hotel---from taxi, to rental car to the local transit system. For more information on your ground transportation needs visit http://www.montereyairport.com/groundtrans.php.
See directions below from the Monterey Peninsula Airport to the Portola Plaza Hotel.
From Monterey Peninsula Airport
 The hotel is located just four miles from the Monterey Peninsula Airport with a travel time of ten minutes. Taxi service is approximately $10 each way.
- Exit Airport onto Highway 68 West.
- Exit Hwy 1 South. Stay in the right hand lane for next exit.
- Exit the Monterey/Fisherman's Wharf exit.
- At the first stoplight make a right hand turn onto Aguajito.
- Continue on Aguajito until it ends at Del Monte Avenue.
- Turn left on Del Monte Ave. and continue straight for three stoplights.
At the third stoplight get in the left hand lane to continue straight on Del Monte to the Portola Plaza Hotel, which will be on your right side.
For more maps and directions to the hotel, please click the following link: http://www.portolaplazahotel.com/maps-directions-monterey.cfm
Printable Map of Monterey
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| SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM |
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Friday, July 29, 2005
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6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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NSAC Executive Committee Meeting |
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Saturday, July 30, 2005
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10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
NSAC Board of Directors Meeting* |
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
NSAC Board of Directors Working Luncheon* |
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
NSAC Board of Directors Strategic Planning Meeting*
*Includes 2005-2006 National Director nominees
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Sunday, July 31, 2005
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. |
Audit and Finance Committee |
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. |
Convention Planning & Resource Committee |
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
Small Cooperative Committee |
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Registration Desk Open |
10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. |
Education Committee |
10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. |
Membership Development Committee & Chapter Mentors |
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
TCA Committee |
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
Technology Committee |
1:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. |
Chapter Development Committee and Subcommittees |
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Chapter Officers & Directors Workshop |
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Monday, August 1, 2005 – Tax Seminar
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6:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. |
Accounting & Auditing Committee and Continental Breakfast |
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Registration Desk Open |
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
7:55 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. |
Welcome and Introduction/Early Bird Prizes |
CONCURRENT SESSION A |
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8:10 a.m. – 12:00 Noon |
Principles of Cooperative Taxation - Tony Burrell, Mike McIntyre, Jason Reschly |
CONCURRENT SESSION B |
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8:10 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
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Deferred Compensation - Impact of AJCA - Marla Aspinwall, John MacDonald |
9:00 a.m. – 9:40 a.m. |
New Equity Issues - Mike McIntyre, Joel Dahlgren |
9:40 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
Refreshment Break |
10:00 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. |
New Equity Issues - Mike McIntyre, Joel Dahlgren |
10:40 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. |
Uniform Cooperative Law Project and Impact of New State Statutes - Dan Mott |
11:05 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. |
Manufacturing Deduction - General Rules - Dave Antoni, Don Butwill, Teree Castanias, Barry Jencik |
11:50 a.m. – 12:00 Noon |
Questions & Answers Session |
12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch |
1:15 p.m. – 2:05 p.m. |
Manufacturing Deduction - Coop Rules - Dave Antoni, Ed Bercot, Don Butwill, Teree Castanias, Barry Jencik |
2:05 p.m. – 2:55 p.m. |
Current Developments:
Case and Ruling Activity - George Benson
Legislative Update - Marlis Carson
IRS Subcommittee/Activity Update - Mike McIntyre
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2:55 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
Refreshment Break |
CONCURRENT SESSION C |
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3:15 p.m. – 4:55 p.m. |
Small Cooperative Roundtable - Dale Carlson, Ed Bercot, Tony Burrell, Dwayne Campbell, Mike McIntyre |
CONCURRENT SESSION D |
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3:15 p.m. – 4:55 p.m. |
Large Cooperative Roundtable - Don Butwill, Dick Cisne and others |
5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. |
New Member's Reception – Portola Plaza Hotel |
6:30 p.m. |
Walk to Monterey Bay Aquarium for President's Reception |
6:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
President’s Reception (light hors d’oeuvres) |
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Monterey Bay Aquarium – Near Shore Wing open |
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Tuesday, August 2, 2005 |
6:45 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. |
Tax Committee and Continental Breakfast |
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Registration Desk Open |
7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
7:55 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. |
Welcome, Opening Remarks, and Early Bird Prizes |
8:15 a.m. – 9:05 a.m. |
Consolidation of Cooperatives – Kevin Acord, Mike Fayhee |
9:05 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. |
SAS 99 and Impact on Audits – Jeff Brandenburg |
| 9:55 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
Refreshment Break |
| 10:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. |
Cooperatives Adjusting to Globalization – John Shelford |
| 11:05 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. |
Implications of Sarbanes-Oxley on All Sizes of Cooperatives – David Burlage, Phil Miller |
| 12:00 Noon – 1:30 p.m. |
Awards Luncheon - Business Meeting |
| 1:40 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Cooperative Executive Perspective - Doug Youngdahl |
| 2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. |
Refreshment Break |
| 2:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
FASB Update on Major Issues – Sue Bielstein |
| 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Check 21 – Jim Fannan, CoBank |
| 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
Board of Directors Meeting / Executive Committee Meeting |
| 5:20 p.m. |
National Program Planning Committee Evening is open |
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Evening is open |
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| Wednesday, August 3, 2005 |
| 6:45 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. |
Convention Planning and 2005 Host Committees and Continental Breakfast |
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
| 7:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Registration Desk Open |
| 7:55 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. |
Introduction/Early Bird Prizes |
| 8:10 a.m. – 9:05 a.m. |
FASB and AICPA Issues – Frank Messina, Greg Taylor, Skip Wagoner |
| 9:05 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. |
AICPA Top 10 Technologies including paperless accounting and document management – Roman Kepczyk |
| 9:55 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
Refreshment Break |
| 10:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. |
Finance & Equity Markets – Brian Callaci |
| 11:05 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. |
Cooperatives Going Public – Matt Connors |
| 11:55 a.m. – 12:00 |
Noon Late Bird Prizes – Sponsor Committee |
| 12:00 Noon |
Adjournment - Bill Erlenbush |
| 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
NSAC Golf Tournament, Bayonet Golf Course
Registration and lunch at the Club House; driving range availability till 2:00 p.m. |
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GUEST ACTIVITIES |
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| Monday, August 1, 2005 |
| 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
Hotel restaurant open for breakfast on your own |
| 9:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Optional Guest Activity - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk |
| 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Optional Guest Activity - 17-Mile "Movie Tour" with Scenic Vistas - Lunch and Shopping in Carmel |
| 6:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
President’s Reception (light hors d’oeuvres) at Monterey Bay Aquarium – Near Shore Wing open from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
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| Tuesday, August 2, 2005 |
| 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
Hotel restaurant open for breakfast on your own |
| 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Optional Guest Activity - National Steinbeck Center, Wine Tour/Tasting and Lunch |
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| Wednesday, August 3, 2005 |
| 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
Hotel restaurant open for breakfast on your own |
| 12:30 p.m. |
Finish NSAC Golf Tournament – Registration and lunch beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse; driving range availability before tournament and a shotgun start at 2:00 p.m. Prizes awarded in Clubhouse at tournament conclusion. |
Registration Desk Open
Sunday, July 31, 2005
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday, August 1, 2005
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 2, 2005
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 3, 2005
7:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits
The National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), National Registry of CPE Sponsor identification number 103068, as a sponsor of continuing professional education. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Ave., N., Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: http://www.nasba.org. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry, CPE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour. Upon course and evaluation completion, participants of the 2005 Annual Convention & Tax Seminar desiring CPE credit can earn up to 19 hours.
NSAC is pleased to welcome the following speakers at our 2005 Convention:
Kevan D. Acord, Attorney, Kevan D. Acord, P.A., Lenexa, KS
David F. Antoni, Senior Manager, KPMG LLP, Philadelphia, PA
Marla J. Aspinwall, Attorney, Loeb & Loeb LLP, Los Angeles, CA
George W. Benson, Attorney and Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP, Chicago, IL
Ed Bercot, CPA, Robstown, TX
Sue Q. Bielstein, Director of Major Projects & Technical Activities, Financial Accounting Standards Board, Norwalk, CT
Jeffrey A. Brandenburg, CPA, CFE, Partner, Clifton Gunderson, LLP, Madison, WI
David P. Burlage, Vice President and Controller, CoBank, ACB, Greenwood Village, CO
Tony Burrell, Audit Manager, Illinois Agricultural Auditing Association, Bloomington, IL
Donald W. Butwill, Moss Adams LLP, Stockton, CA
Brian Callaci, Managing Director, Merrill Lynch, Chicago, IL
Dwayne E. Campbell, CPA, Shareholder, Campbell, Shaffer & Company, P.C., Enid, OK
Dale Carlson, Auditor, Carlson & Highland Company, LLP, New Ulm, MN
Marlis Carson, Vice President, Legal, Tax, Accounting, National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, Washington, DC
Teresa H. Castanias, CPA, Partner, KPMG LLP, Sacramento, CA
Richard L. Cisne, Partner, Hudson, Cisne & Co. LLP, Little Rock, AR
Matthew A. Connors, Vice President & Controller, Diamond of California, Stockton, CA
Joel J. Dahlgren, Attorney, Lindquist & Vennum, PLLP, Minneapolis, MN
James P. Fannan, Vice President & Manager, CoBank, ACB, Greenwood Village, CO
Michael R. Fayhee, Attorney, McDermott Will & Emery LLP, Chicago, IL
Barry E. Jencik, Partner, Standera & Jencik, Pittsford, NY
Roman H. Kepczyk, CPA, Consultant, InfoTech Partners North America, Inc., Phoenix, AZ
John MacDonald, Managing Director, KPMG LLP, San Francisco, CA
Michael D. McIntyre, Attorney/Accountant, Michael D. McIntyre PLC, Okemos, MI
Frank Messina, DBA, CPA, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Philip W. Miller, CPA, Vice President & Controller, Southern States Cooperative, Richmond, VA
Daniel C. Mott, Attorney, Fredrikson & Byron, P.A, Minneapolis, MN
Jason A. Reschly, Attorney, Blackwell, Sanders, Peper, Martin, LLP, Kansas City, MO
John Shelford, President, Global Berry Farms, Naples, FL
Gregory Taylor, CPA, Shareholder, D. Williams & Co., PC, Lubbock, TX
Forrest S. (Skip) Wagoner II, Manager, SEC/Financial Reporting, Southern States Cooperative, Richmond, VA
Douglas D. Youngdahl, President and Chief Executive Officer, Blue Diamond Growers
Optional Social Activities
The optional tours/activities below are subject to cancellation if we do not meet the required number of participants registering for the event by the designated deadline.
Take a walk on the fun side with a visit to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Monday August 1
(minimum of 20)
Board the bus at 9:45 a.m. outside the Portola Plaza Hotel entrance for a little over an hour trip up the coast to the Pacific Coast's only major seaside amusement park located on a mile-long beach bordering the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Be the first to arrive as the park opens at 11:00 a.m. This is California’s oldest amusement park, home to two National Historic Landmarks: the 1911 Looff Carousel and the 1924 Giant Dipper roller coaster. The park also offers a variety of children’s rides, games, arcades, laser tag, restaurants, an indoor miniature golf course, bowling, and entertainment for the entire family. Admission to the Boardwalk is free and your price includes a group discounted all-day ride pass. There is plenty to do and see or just relax on the sandy white beach. New for 2005: There’s a DOUBLE SHOT of thrills at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in 2005 as the park launches its newest thrill ride! This exciting new 125-foot tall tower ride sends riders skywards at more than 3 G’s for a breathtaking view of the California Coast. On the way back down riders will experience the weightlessness of negative G’s as they are shot back down to earth. The Boardwalk features 35 rides and over 15 specialty shops. The arcade houses more than 300 of the most popular video and pinball games and includes a laser tag arena. With so much to do and see, you won't be bored! And for those connoisseurs of mouth-watering amusement park food, there are over 30 restaurants from which you can choose. After a fun and entertaining time at the park, you will need to start boarding the bus at 2:30 p.m. to leave promptly at 2:45 p.m. and arrive back at the Portola Plaza Hotel by 4:00 p.m . You can visit the seaside park's website at http://www.beachboardwalk.com .
17-Mile ‘Movie Tour’ with Scenic Vistas – Lunch and Shopping in Carmel - Monday, August 1
(minimum of 20; maximum of 32*)
You'll board the specially-designed coach from the entrance of the Portola Plaza Hotel at 10:00 a.m. to begin the Movie Tour of the Monterey Peninsula. Stops will be made at Bird Rock, which will take about 45 minutes to get to, then onto Lone Cypress Tree and the Lodge at Pebble Beach. Drive time between the second and third stops will be about 10 minutes. Did you know that memorable scenes in nearly 200 movies have been filmed on the Monterey Peninsula? Since 1987 the dramatic beauty of the Monterey Peninsula has attracted directors, cinematographers and movie stars from around the world. Follow in their footsteps by traveling to many famous movie sites located in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach and Carmel. Watch scenes that were filmed at the exact location on overhead monitors onboard the luxury tour coach. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the movies and their stars. Enjoy some of the most gorgeous scenery in the world throughout the tour. Laughter, fun, songs, movies! After the stop at the Lodge at Pebble Beach, you'll be driven down to Carmel, where you can enjoy shopping at several exquisite boutiques and have lunch on your own at one of the charming cafes. You'll need to be back on the bus no later than 3:15 p.m. to be returned to the Hotel by 4:00 p.m.
*First 32 registrations will be reserved; additional registrations will be put on a waiting list.
National Steinbeck Center, Wine Tour / Tasting and Lunch - Tuesday, August 2
(Minimum of 20)
From the Portola Plaza Hotel, you will pull out of the entrance at 9:30 a.m. to be taken to The National Steinbeck Center, which is a $15 million, 43,000 square foot museum and archive in Salinas, California---Nobel-prize winning author John Steinbeck’s birthplace. The Center offers the visitor three distinct experiences through interactive exhibits and film. Experience Literature in the John Steinbeck Exhibition Hall, Agriculture & History in the Valley of the World agricultural wing and Art & Culture in the Gabilan Gallery. The Gabilan Gallery is a changing exhibit gallery, which accommodates a variety of art and cultural exhibits each year. They are proud to be showing the “The Graceful Envelope” June 17th through September 18th 2005. This special exhibit is a Smithsonian Institute Traveling Exhibit featuring charming cancelled stamps and envelopes from the Postal Museum’s Graceful Envelope contest. The Center features a museum store where John Steinbeck’s books and films can be purchased in addition to a unique inventory of gift items and collectibles. This is a self-guided tour. For more information, visit the website at www.steinbeck.org.
After visiting the Center, you will board the bus no later than 12:00 Noon for a drive to the beautiful Chateau Julien, where you will receive a boxed lunch and can dine out on the patio/veranda upon your arrival around 1:15 p.m. At 2:00 p.m. the guide will take you on a tour of the winery, where you have the opportunity to taste several superb wines. Wrapping up the visit, you may want to stop in at the Chateau Julien Tasting Room Gift Shop to make a purchase of one of the delectable wines you had sampled earlier. Plan on boarding the bus at 3:10 p.m. so it can leave by 3:15 p.m. sharp in order to arrive at the hotel before 4:00 p.m. For further information, visit Chateau Julien's website at http://www.chateaujulien.com.
NSAC’s Golf Tournament
(minimum of 40 players needed to guarantee shotgun start)
Fore! - Golf that is… at the beautiful Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course - Wednesday, August 3
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 3, 2005. It is NSAC’s annual golf tournament to be held at the scenic, but challenging Bayonet Golf Course. A minimum of 40 players are needed to begin with a shotgun start of 2:00 p.m. with a 4-person scramble format. Registration and lunch will begin at 12:30 p.m. at the Club House, with driving range availability until 2:00 p.m. With over 7,094 yards of oak and cypress lined fairways, Bayonet Golf Course was designed in 1954 by General Robert McClure, the Commanding Officer of the post at that time. McClure, a left-handed golfer with a severe slice, designed the course to fit his game. This is evidenced by holes #11-15, a series of sharp doglegs, widely known as “Combat Corner," interrupted only by a 215 yard uphill par 3. Known for its magnificently manicured, long and narrow fairways, Bayonet is one tough but rewarding 18-hole adventure. With four sets of tees, the course is a par 72, with a slope of 139 and a rating of 75.1. Jack Nicklaus has said, "#4 on Bayonet is the toughest par 5 in golf." Bayonet offers golf enthusiasts an experience that they are unlikely to forget! Tournament fees are $100 per player and include greens fees, 1/2 cart and lunch. Prizes will be awarded. Rental of Callaway golf clubs are available for $45 per set and must be reserved in advance. To view the golf course, please visit the website at www.bayonetblackhorse.com .
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| SPONSORS |
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On behalf of the 2005 NSAC Convention Fund-Raising Team, we are looking for a few good sponsors! As you are aware, the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) is a volunteer organization that supports a wide array of professionals across the United States. These professionals are employed in industries such as finance, insurance, agriculture, hardware, accounting, auditing, computer services, distribution, and rural utilities, just to name a few.
NSAC is asking for organizations to again assist us with financial support in continuing to provide the high level of quality educational programs at its convention. The annual meeting is an excellent venue for suppliers, vendors and consultants to be recognized in the cooperative arena and show support.
All sponsors will receive recognition on their behalf at the convention, in the event’s formal published program, as well as special signage at the respective function and through announcements made during the convention from various organizers. NSAC hopes to be able to recognize your organization.
NSAC would like to receive sponsorship commitments no later than June 30, 2005 to ensure proper promotion and recognition. Please send your sponsorship contribution acknowledgement to the NSAC National Office.
Categories include:
Gold Level at $5,000 each
Silver Level at $3,500 each
Bronze Level at $2,500 each
Copper Level at $1,500 each
Patron Level at $1,000 each
Benefactor Level at $500 each
Foundation Level at $250 each
Rochdale Level at $100 each
NSAC has developed a sponsorship package designed to accommodate all industry suppliers. Your company will receive national publicity and exposure, with the level of participation you desire. NSAC welcomes sponsorship and contribution budgets of all sizes and will work with companies and individuals to customize sponsorships to ensure maximum exposure and advertising opportunities.
To view and/or print a sponsorship brochure, click here. If you have questions don’t hesitate to contact the NSAC office.
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| FEES |
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On or Before 06/30/05 / On or after 0 7/ 01/05
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Members |
Non-Members |
Retired |
| Tax Seminar Only |
$315/$395 |
$475/$555 |
$125/$125 |
| General Sessions Only |
$425/$475 |
$475/$555 |
$125/$125 |
| Full Program |
$495/$655 |
$655/$815 |
$200/$200 |
Package Registration *
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one year membership) |
Not Applicable |
$780/$860 |
Not Applicable |
Spouse/Guest
Monday Only ** |
$60/$60 |
$60/$60 |
$60/$60 |
Spouse/Guest
Full Registration *** |
$100/$100 |
$100/$100 |
$100/$100 |
| Child Monday Only ** |
$50/$50 |
$50/$50 |
$50/$50 |
| Child Full Registration *** |
$65/$65 |
$65/$65 |
$65/$65 |
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* Join NSAC with your registration and receive 12 months of membership
** Spouse/Guest and Child Monday Only Registrations include continental breakfast and President’s Reception.
*** Spouse/Guest and Child Full Registrations include three continental breakfasts and President’s Reception.
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| REGISTRATION |
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Brochures with registration forms are being mailed to all NSAC members and can be accessed by clicking here. Non-NSAC members who wish to receive a printed piece should contact the NSAC office at the address below.
Registration
Your registration fee covers all sessions, course materials, refreshment breaks, continental breakfasts, lunches and receptions on the days registered. Hotel accommodations and other meals are not included. Information about hotel reservations and arranging transportation appears elsewhere in this brochure.
Spouses, guests and children are encouraged to attend the variety of social activities. There are two types of registration fees for spouses, guests and/or children with one including Monday’s continental breakfast and reception and the other including three continental breakfasts and the reception.
Payment
All registrations must be accompanied by payment in the form of a check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express). Checks must be drawn in U.S. funds and made payable to NSAC. We encourage you to register on-line; you may note on the registration form that payment will follow within a week. In order to get early bird rates, payment must be received by the National Office no later than June 30. Registrations will not be processed until full payment or a purchase order is received. The Society’s Taxpayer ID number is 56-6045918.
Confirmation
Each registrant will receive written confirmation of registration. Badges and materials will be available at the registration desk.
Cancellation Policy
Notification of cancellation must be submitted in writing to NSAC National Office. Cancellations received by mail, fax or email by Friday, July 8, 2005, will be subject to a $25 cancellation charge. No refunds will be given after Friday, July 8, 2005. Substitutions are allowed at any time but must be submitted in writing and be for the same registration category.
Special Assistance
 NSAC’s staff will be happy to assist you with any special needs. If you require special assistance, please notify NSAC in writing prior to Friday, July 9, 2004 or indicate assistance is needed on the registration form, so that your needs can be properly accommodated.
Attire
Convention participants should wear casual business attire, defined as dress slacks or casual dress wear. No jeans, please. The reception dress is casual dress. Please be sure to bring a sweater or light jacket as meeting room temperatures tend to vary.
Weather
The weather in Monterey County varies significantly depending upon the time of year, the time of day and the area visited. The coast is consistently mild, with an average temperature of 57 degrees F. year-round. Warm clear days and cool nights characterize the spring and autumn months, with a distinct rainy season between November and April. Summer tends to bring fog, especially early and late in the day. Inland temperatures tend to be more extreme with higher temperatures in the summer. Sunscreen is a wise precaution especially inland, but also throughout the county year-round. Dressing in layers is advised since the variations in climate are so great. Generally, light- to medium-weight clothing is appropriate.
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NSAC NATIONAL OFFICE
136 South Keowee Street
Dayton, OH 45402
Phone: 937.222.6707
Fax: 937.222.5794
info@nsacoop.org
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