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Dear Marine Industry Colleague and Friend: The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association and the Massachusetts Marine Trades Education Trust are delighted to invite you to attend the first Marine Industry Issues Summit on October 1 at 9:00AM at the World Trade Center in Boston. We are honored that Ranch Kimball, Secretary of Economic Development for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, will be our keynote speaker. Secretary Kimball will discuss the pressing need to address the critical issues that the marine industry is confronting, such as the lack of a skilled employee pool and regulatory obstacles that can impede small business growth. We will also be joined by Dr. Ed Mahoney of Michigan State University, an expert in the macro-economics of the marine industry. Dr. Mahoney will discuss recreational boating and its impact on the economy, as well as the need for expansion of public access to the waterfront to spur development and economic growth. Following our guest speakers and a brief refreshment break, the Summit will reconvene with Round Table Discussions of marine industry issues. Each "topic table" will be hosted by industry and environmental professionals with detailed knowledge of the critical issues that we are confronting. Topics for discussion will include workforce development, public access, environmental stewardship, economic growth, boater safety and the most current legislative issues relative to the boating industry. At the conclusion of the Round Table Discussions, we invite you to enjoy a tour of the Seventh Annual Boston In-Water Boat Show, which will take place from September 30th to October 3rd at the World Trade Center. The Boat Show features hundreds of vendors from the marine industry and draws thousands of visitors from around the country. It is a testament to the enormous contributions that the marine industry makes to the local and national economy as well as our quality of life in Massachusetts. Your participation in the Marine Industry Issues Summit will move us toward our shared goal to maintain and grow this critical industry! Enclosed please find invitation response information, which we kindly request receipt of by September 23rd. Directions, transportation and parking information are included as well. Thank you for your consideration of our invitation. We look forward to your favorable response. Sincerely, Tom Cox, Constitution Marina Ed Lofgren, 3A Marine Co-Chairs, Marine Trades Summit 2004 MASSACHUSETTS MARINE TRADES SUMMIT October 1, 2004 0900- 1200 hours World Trade Center, Boston, MA Dockside On Board P/V Spirit of Boston >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 23RD FAX: 781.826.1571 PHONE: Nathalie Grady @ (978) 808-1408 EMAIL: nathalie.grady@rcn.com ____ YES, I Will Attend October 1st Summit Senator ______________________________________________ Representative ______________________________________________ Mr. ______________________________________________ Ms. ______________________________________________ In addition To/Instead of Myself (circle one) the following Will Attend: Name: ___________________________ Email: ___________________ Name: ___________________________ Email: ___________________ ____ NO, I Cannot Attend October 1st Summit Please confirm your attendance No LATER than September 23rd. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< TO TO GET TO THE WORLD TRADES CENTER Complimentary Shuttle Bus Service Operates Monday through Friday, making round trips from South Station with a running time of 5 to 7 minutes. Complimentary bus service is also available to North Station and State Street: 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM (Continuous); 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (15 min.); and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Continuous). Water Transportation Lovejoy Ferry (North Station to Fan Pier to World Trade Center) operates approximately every 15 minutes during rush hour commutes. Several trips are EXPRESS from North Station to the World Trade Center in the AM. Several trips are EXPRESS from the World Trade Center to North Station in the PM. Parking The Seaport Garage is an underground self-park facility located directly across the street from the World Trade Center. Several reduced-rate open lot facilities are located a short walk from the World Trade Center. From Logan International Airport and Route 1A South Follow the signs towards I-90 West - Ted Williams Tunnel. Take the Ted Williams Tunnel/I-90 West to Exit 25 "South Boston". At the top of the ramp proceed straight onto B Street; at the end of B Street, take a right onto Seaport Blvd, the entrance to the garage will be on the right. From Western Massachusetts via Massachusetts Turnpike Follow the Massachusetts Turnpike /Interstate 90 East (towards Logan Airport) to Exit 25 - South Boston (this is the first exit on the right in the tunnel). At the top of the ramp, bear left towards "Seaport Boulevard". At the first set of lights proceed straight onto East Service Road. At the next set of lights, take a right onto Seaport Boulevard. The "Seaport Boulevard" entrance to the Seaport Garage will be ahead on the right. From Points South via I-93 Head northbound on Interstate 93 towards Boston, take Exit 20, which will be immediately after Exit 18. Follow the signs towards "I-90 East". Take the first exit to "South Boston". At the first set of lights at the top of the ramp, proceed straight onto East Service Road. At the next set of lights, take a right onto Seaport Boulevard. The "Seaport Boulevard" entrance to the Seaport Garage will be ahead on the right. From Points North via I-93 Head southbound on Interstate 93 Boston, take Exit 23 (Purchase Street/South Station). Take the first left onto Congress Street. Take the next left onto Atlantic Avenue. Take the next right onto Seaport Boulevard and follow Seaport Boulevard for approximately 0.8 miles. The "Seaport Boulevard" entrance to the Seaport Garage will be on the right after the Seaport Boulevard/B Street intersection. From Points West via Storrow Drive Take Storrow Drive East to Leverett Circle and follow signs for Interstate 93 South/Logan Airport. Once on Interstate 93 South, follow directions from "Points North". From Public Transportation Come to South Station on the red line of the MBTA and a complimentary shuttle bus will bring you to the World Trade Center Complex. The bus stop is half a block down from South Station on the corner of Summer Street and Dorchester Avenue. Continuous service is available Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Between the hours of 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, the shuttle runs every 15 minutes. After 7:00 PM, the shuttles run every half-hour until 12:45 AM.
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