41st Annual Keep Texas Beautiful Conference Our Future is Green
June 24-27, 2008 :: Irving, Texas
The Annual Keep Texas Beautiful Conference is the primary statewide educational event for community leaders to network, gain valuable knowledge on state issues, and be recognized for their efforts. The conference offers more than 20 environmental educational sessions, features energetic keynote speakers, and honors the 2008 award winners throughout an exciting four-day event.
*Ask for the “Keep Texas Beautiful” single/double room block rate of $115.00 (+ taxes).
A limited number of rooms are available. The cut-off date for room reservations is Sunday, June 8, 2008, subject to availability.
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Registration Fees:
Full Registration Packages:
Wednesday, June 25-Friday, June 27
On or Before 5/25
After 5/25
Onsite
General Registration
$250
$275
$300
Member Registration
(KTB individual members and affiliate coordinators. One person per affiliate.)
From global warming to gas mileage, and carbon footprints to corporate green campaigns, the drive to live sustainably is up on us. As in every opportunity, there are both dangers and possibilities we face that did not exist even a few years ago. In his “Leading Green” presentation, John Schuster explores the real opportunities we have to live in harmony with green principles as companies, citizens, and communities. John was there for the first Earth Day, was a leader at the EPA for seven years, and is green through and through. His honest and inspiring presentation will help you re-imagine your “green” opportunities.
Come learn about the nation’s most successful and comprehensive urban greening program with Mike Groman of Philadelphia Green. As a part of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia Green has supported the development and ongoing care of community gardens, neighborhood parks, and high-profile public green spaces. Groman will discuss how a partnership of neighborhood residents, community organizations, and city agencies uses greening as a community-building tool. This wonderful talk will shed light on how you can educate and empower others to make their city a more attractive and livable place.
Supervisor to one of the most aggressive police graffiti task forces in the nation, Sergeant Dwight Waldo is a nationally renowned graffiti expert who has helped establish more than 200 graffiti programs for law-enforcement agencies. Sgt. Waldo and his team from the San-Bernardino Police Department have successfully implemented the use of MySpace into their law enforcement regimen, using this resource to aid in criminal investigations including graffiti vandalism, narcotics, gang activity, and more. He has facilitated extensive training for Keep America Beautiful and has recently written a book on graffiti and law enforcement. Note: This specialized training is restricted to law enforcement officers and prosecutors only.
Enjoy two days of educational breakout sessions covering topics such as campus and curbside recycling programs, environmental code enforcement, neighborhood beautification initiatives, the benefits of community gardens, environmentally-friendly landscaping practices, and more! You can also learn valuable lessons on new media marketing, fundraising, team-building, and board partnerships to take your organization to the next level. Led by experts in their respective fields, these presentations are designed to provide you with the resources to give your community a “green” future!
