Conference Highlights
The 2007 Summit will offer:
- An opportunity to develop strategies for the 2007 state legislative sessions
- Substantive policy sessions featuring expert panelists from diverse national and state policy organizations
- Engaging plenary sessions with noted legislators and policymakers
- Training and networking opportunities
- Valuable resources and materials including the revised and expanded 2008 Progressive Agenda
Pre-Conference Forum
The Summit begins on Friday, December 7th with the Catholics for Choice Pre-Summit Forum, Catholics in Public Life: Challenges to Faith in Democracy. Contact Roger Limoges at 202-986-6093 for further information.
Opening Plenary and Leadership Roundtable Breakfasts
This year's Summit boasts several new programmatic activities. Make your travel plans to arrive in time for the Opening Plenary on Friday, December 7 at 5:30 PM and to participate in all of our celebrations. The Leadership Roundtable Breakfasts on Saturday, December 8 at 7:30 AM feed the body and the passion for progressive issues. Join fellow legislators to discuss Juvenile Justice, Reproductive Health, Marriage Equality and Work & Family issues.
Annual Awards
This spectacular activity takes place during the Saturday luncheon. It is the presentation of the CPA Annual Awards honoring outstanding leaders. The Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to an individual who has worked to espouse the values shared by CPA and its allies--to build strong communities and thriving families. The Arthur S. Flemming Award will be presented to a leader who exemplifies the ideal of service in the public interest. The Pathfinder Award will be presented to a leader who is dedicated to finding, and putting into action, creative solutions to our country's most difficult problems. This event is included in the Summit registration fee. The following sponsorship opportunities are available for the Awards Luncheon by contacting Chris Rutledge at 202-956-5151 or crutledge@cfpa.org.
$2,500, $1,000 and $500 (benefits vary)
- Preferential seating with elected leaders
- Recognition on registration desk sign, in Awards Luncheon and conference programs
- Full conference registration for two
- Name and logo featured on CPA's website
Flemming Leadership & Progressive Partners Reception
On Saturday evening, The Flemming Leadership Institute will conduct the graduation ceremony for the 2007 Flemming Class. We encourage all Summit participants to take part in this most prestigious event during our Reception and the Progressive Partners Forum.
The 2006 Flemming Leadership Institute Class is shown at right.
Details
Schedule: For a complete online agenda, click here.
Location: All activities will be held at:
Capital Hilton
1001 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: +1-202-393-1000
Fax: +1-202-639-5784
Cost/Conference Fees:
Full Registration - includes conference workshops and materials, continental breakfasts, luncheons, Reception and Progressive Partners Forum, and a copy of the 2008 Progressive Agenda.
Early Bird (by October 12)
- Legislator: $190
- Non-Legislator: $225
Regular (October 13-November 30)
- Legislator: $250
- Non-Legislator: $285
Day Rate - includes day of registration workshops and materials, continental breakfast, luncheon, and a copy of the 2008 Progressive Agenda.
- Friday: $75
- Saturday: $150 (includes Reception & Progressive Partners Forum)
- Sunday: $100
$150 - Annual Awards Luncheon Only
$75 - Optional Networking Dinner
Join your colleagues and friends for a Networking Dinner at one of Washington, DC's most famous restaurants – Georgia Brown's (Southern), McCormick & Schmicks (seafood and steaks) or Olives (Italian). Indicate your desire to participate on the Summit registration form.
Registration
Click here to register online.
Scholarships:
Scholarships for travel or lodging are available on a limited, first come-first serve basis. Please contact Quinta Martin at (202) 956-5132 for more information.
Hotel Accommodations:
Conference participants are to make their hotel arrangements directly with the Capital Hilton. CPA has reserved a limited block of rooms at the Capital Hilton Hotel at the discount rate of $175 single/double occupancy. Reservation must be made no later than Friday, November 9 and mention the Center for Policy Alternatives to get the CPA room block rate. Reservations after November 9 are subject to availability and the hotel's prevailing rate.
A credit card or one-night deposit will be requested to hold a reservation. No-shows or reservations canceled or changed within 24 hours prior to arrival are subject to the first night's rate.
Capital Hilton Hotel
1001 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 393-1000
Reserve your room online. (When making your reservation online, type "CPA" in the group/convention code field to get CPA's $175 room rate.)
For More Information
Contact Quinta Martin at (202) 956-5132 or qmartin@cfpa.org.