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Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:58:43 GMT

Download Golf Tournament Registration 11th Annual Florida Attractions Association Golf Tournament Enjoy a Fun Day of Golf Registration includes - Continental Breakfast, Great Lunch, Complimentary Beer and Soda, Super Prize Drawings and a Silent Auction. Tournament Winners Take Home Great Prizes! To register, please download the registration form or call (850) 222-2885 For more information on the event, please contact Barbara Kenney or Ruth Ann Kenney at 1-800-275-8149 Golf Tournament Sponsors Beverage Sponsor Putting Contest Sponsor Thank you For producing our golf tournament brochure.

2008 Golf Tournament

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:43:37 GMT

Emergency Information

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:47:50 GMT

In the event of a weather or other emergency event, this page will be used to communicate current information on the status of our member's operationing status and their recovery needs.

Department of Homeland Security Resources

Florida Division of Emergency Management

National Weather Service - Current Watches, Warnings and Advisories for Florida (by county)

National Hurricane Center

SERT - State Emergency Response Team

BusinessSafe - Florida Department of Law Enforcement (domestic security resources)

Citizen Corps (FEMA's grass-roots, community-based initiative)

Newsletter Archives

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:29:01 GMT

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter August 20, 2008

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter August 13, 2008

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter August 6, 2008

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter July 30, 2008

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter July 23, 2008

Florida Attractions Association Newsletter July 15, 2008

2008 Election Resource Center

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:47:41 GMT

2008 Election Dates

Primary Election: August 26, 2008
General Election: November 4, 2008

Research Candidates

Research Florida State Constitution Amendments

Implement Enterprise Advocacy Plan for Your Attraction

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:58:56 GMT

Florida Attractions Committee of Continuous Existence The Florida Attractions Association’s committee of continuous existence is organized and operated in accordance with written bylaws containing the procedures for election of officers/directors clearly defining the organization membership. The committee is certified by the Department of State, Division of Elections. As part of the application for certification the committee discloses the area of special interest and the affiliated organization which created it. At least 25% of its income must be derived from dues/assessments payable on a regular basis by its membership pursuant to its bylaws. The purposes of FACCE are: to promote and strive for the improvement of government by encouraging and stimulating Florida attractions and others to take a more active and effective part in governmental affairs. to encourage Florida attractions and others to understand the nature and actions of their government, as to important...

The Help Center

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 19:41:46 GMT

Here are a few simple instructions for how to use certain applications, and how to get the most out of your Florida Attractions Association website. How do I log In? How do I edit my profile? How do I add a Press Release? How do I add my resume? How do I post a job? How do I use the Forum? Logging In The first step to getting acquainted with the all the features your website has to offer is learning how to log in. STEP 1 – Log In Logging in is quite easy if you follow these brief instructions. The email address listed Who’s Who Online directory, is the Email Address used to register you on the website. On the Left side of the navigation bar, there is a green box that gives you the option of signing in. If you do not have your Login Information, you can request it by hitting the link labeled Forgot Password. Use this Login Name and Password to log on the webpage http://floridaattractions.org . Now, you will see...

2008 Annual Conference

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:56:41 GMT

Schedule

Partnership For Floridas Tourism

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:01:32 GMT

Tourism is the driving force behind Florida’s economy, returning $3.9 billion to the state in 2006 alone. VISIT FLORIDA®, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, and powerful tourism industry partners have successfully positioned the Sunshine State as one of the top destinations in the world. However, escalating competitor marketing and increasing advertising costs are threatening the power of our resources.

The Partnership for Florida’s Tourism was created in 2006 to raise awareness of the importance of tourism marketing and its effect on Florida’s economy. With more than 230 tourism and business leaders statewide, the Partnership is requesting additional public funding for VISIT FLORIDA during the 2008 Legislative Session.

Tourism, the engine that drives our state's economy, needs more fuel. We must provide additional public funding for tourism marketing in order to:

Protect Florida’s hard-earned tourism marketing share;
Stay competitive in the global market place; and
Ensure increased economic revenues to the state.

An investment in tourism marketing is an investment in strengthening Florida's future.

Click here to visit Partnership for Florida's Tourism web site.

Chick here to join the Partnership for Florida's Tourism.

Join Us - Affiliate Membership

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:02:04 GMT

Definition Code of Practices Benefits Dues Structure Download Application Download Code of Practices Commitment Form Does your business qualify as an Affiliate member? Is your business family-oriented, allowing and encouraging the attendance and participation of both adults and minors in the majority of your services, entertainment and products? Are you an attraction that does not charge admission as a fee for entry? Is your business family-oriented, allowing and encouraging the attendance and participation of both adults and minors in the majority of your services, entertainment and products? Have you been open for a period of twelve consecutive month? Is your business located in the state of Florida? Do you have clean restrooms and facilities? Is the focus of your business entertainment, cultural, educational, recreational, scientific or historic activities? Does your business contribute to the attraction of tourists to the state of...

Join Us - Attraction Membership

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:33:43 GMT

Definition Code of Practices Benefits Dues Structure Download Application Download Code of Practices Commitment Form Does your business qualify as an Attraction member? Is your business family-oriented, allowing and encouraging the attendance and participation of both adults and minors in the majority of your services, entertainment and products? Are you an attraction that charges admission as a fee for entry? Do you have clean restrooms and facilities? Do you furnish a place of employment and entertainment free from recognized hazards? Are you truthful and accurate in representing your services, entertainment and products? Are your employees courteous and do you provide hospitality training? Do you promptly investigate complaints and take appropriate steps to resolve them? Join Us! Six Sensible Reasons to consider Attraction membership: Official Guide Map to Florida Attractions Attraction Industry Code of Practices - includes an...

Join Us - Allied Membership

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:45:35 GMT

Definition

Benefits

Dues Structure

Download Application

Does your business qualify as an Allied member?

An allied member is any business or organization which is actively engaged in providing goods and/or services to the attractions industry. Businesses which qualify for attraction or affiliate membership shall not be eligible for allied membership.

The Application Process

Ensure your business meets the definition of an attraction.

Review the financial investment and the value of this investment in the Association.

Call the Association if you have additional questions, 850.222.2885.

Allied membership is by application accompanied by a non-refundable initiation fee.

A business or organization requesting allied membership shall meet all of the qualifications.

Allied membership shall be enrolled in the name of the business or organization.

Requests for allied membership consideration must be submitted to the Allied Member Chairman and/or the Allied Membership Committee. Upon verification of qualification for membership, the Allied Member Chairman shall recommend the applicant for allied membership to the Board of Directors.

Applications presented to the Board of Directors shall be approved by a majority vote of the Board members present at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors. If an allied applicant has met the qualifications, it shall be admitted.

A business or organization accepted for allied membership shall have 30 days from date of notification to complete all financial arrangements for Association membership and to designate a representative.

If allied membership is denied, the denied applicant has a right of re-hearing before the Board of Directors within 30 days of notification to present any evidence it wishes in support of its application.

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:31:13 GMT

2008 Florida Legislature

Results

Weekly Reports (formerly STUB Reports)

Lobbyist

The FAA has retained the services of Jim Tillman, Florida Legislative Consultants to serve our Association’s interests in Tallahassee. Barbara Tillman provides legislative research and produces bill analysis.

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:00:26 GMT

Links to Additional Resources

These helpful links will provide additional information and assistance in managing your attraction’s government relations program.

Introduction to Florida Government

Constitution of the State of Florida

Florida’s Governor

Florida’s Senate

Florida’s House of Representatives

MyFlorida.com – Official State Portal

Partnership for Florida Tourism

VISITFLORIDA.com – Official State Visitor Site

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:41:05 GMT

IAAPA – An Eye on Washington DC

The Florida Attractions Association works cooperatively with the International Association of Theme Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) to monitor and communicate actions of Congress affecting our industry through their Government Relations program.

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:31:02 GMT

Current Issues

Travel Promotion Act of 2007

A bill to communicate United States travel policies and improve marketing and other activities designed to increase travel in the United States from abroad.

Read the bill.

See the status of Florida's Congressional delegation as bill co-sponsors.

Contact your Congressman if not a co-sponsor.

Newspaper Clips

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:33:28 GMT

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:08:27 GMT

Membership Categories

Attraction Members

An attraction is an establishment, site, facility or landmark which has as its principal focus family-oriented entertainment, cultural, educational, scientific or historical activities with an admission charge which is a fee for entry.

Affiliate Members

An affiliate is an establishment, site, facility or landmark which has as its principal focus family-oriented entertainment, cultural, educational, scientific or historical activities and does not charge a fee for entry.

Allied Members

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:09:56 GMT

Kenneth Baylor - Hang On To Your Stars

Chris Belland - Bioplastic Food Service Ware & Packaging

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:06:39 GMT

Business Location Seniors Adult Child Hours Child info AAA AARP Group Military FL Res. Student Programs Phone P/F? Adult Info AE M V D Adventure Island Tampa 33.25 38.75 34.95 Seasonal Park, For more information visit www.adventureisland.com 3-9 x x x x x x Adventure Camps, Event Services, Advance Internet tickets & passes. 813/987-5600 10+ A F R O A F R O A F R O A F R O Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum Clewiston 4.00 6.00 4.00 Open 9:00am to 5:00pm, seven days a week. 6-12 x x x School Tours, discount...