The Dallas Producers Association is sponsoring TXMPA's "Get on the Bus", a two day event, March 3-4, 2009. The bus leaves Dallas at 1:00 pm on the 3rd, and returns to Dallas at 11:30 pm on the 4th.  If you are interested in taking part, please make arrangements per the information below.

From:      David S. Friedman, TXMPA, North Texas Regional Representative
To:          Texas Moving Image Industry Stakeholders
Subject:  Bus Ride for TXMPA Lobby Day 2009 ( North Texas Region)

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this message is to invite you to join the North Texas community as we make our annual sojourn to Austin , Texas , for the Texas Motion Picture Alliance (TXMPA) Lobby Day 2009 at the Texas State Capitol.  This communication is intended for interested stakeholders that would like to register for the bus that will transport our team from North Texas to Austin for the TXMPA Lobby Day activities.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Once a year, TXMPA organizes a day in which stakeholders from across the state gather at the Texas State Capitol for a day of lobbying activities.  This year we anticipate 500+ participants to join us in speaking with Senators and State Representatives.  Our intent is to provide the legislators first-hand evidence of the jobs that are created as a result of work conducted in the television, film, video game and animation fields of business.  Our goal is simple; ask legislators to vote "yes" for House Bill 873 and Senate Bill 605, i.e. the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program legislation.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1: Purchase Bus Seat- $10

- Go to the following web page and purchase your, round-trip, seat on the bus: http://www.dallasproducers.org/app_lobbyday.cfm.

- A $10 donation is required to purchase your seat.

- Purchasing a seat on the bus entitles you to a round trip bus ride, departing Tuesday, March 3rd and returning Wednesday, March 4th.

STEP 2: Make Hotel Reservation - $89 - $109

- Make a hotel reservation for Tuesday, March 3rd at one of the following hotels.

- Inform the hotel that you are with TXMPA in order to receive the discounted group rate.

- $109 at The Mansion at Judges Hill, 1900 Rio Grande, Austin, TX 78705, 800-311-1619.  Group rate available until Saturday, February 21st.

- $89 at Clarion Inn & Suites Conference Center , 2200 IH 35 S., Austin , Texas 78704 , 877-424-6423.

ITINERARY:

TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd

1:00 PM Board the bus at The Studios at Las Colinas, 6301 Riverside Drive , Irving , TX 75039 , 972-869-0700, parking is free.

1:15 PM Group Photo.

1:30 PM Bus departs for Austin .

5:00 PM Bus drops-off team members at The Mansion at Judges Hill, 1900 Rio Grande , Austin , TX 78705 , 800-311-1619.

5:30 PM Bus drops-off team members at Clarion Inn & Suites Conference Center, 2200 IH 35 S., Austin, Texas 78704, 877-424-6423.

6:15 PM Bus departs Clarion Inn to pick-up team members at The Mansion at Judges Hill.

6:30 PM Bus departs The Mansion at Judges Hill and heads to Austin Studios for TXMPA Training/Orientation session.

7:00 PM Bus arrives at Austin Studios, 1901 E. 51st Street, 78723.

7:30 PM Start TXMPA Orientation and Training at Austin Studios.

10:00 PM Bus departs Austin Studios for The Mansion at Judges Hill.

10:15 PM Bus departs The Mansion at Judges Hill for Clarion Inn.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4th

6:30 AM Bus departs Clarion Inn and heads to The Mansion at Judges Hill.

6:50 AM Bus departs The Mansion at Judges Hill and heads to the Capitol.

7:00 AM Check-in for lobby-team assignment.

7:30 AM Lobby Day Rally at the Capitol, South steps, with Governor Rick Perry.

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Capitol Office Visits.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Lunch Break.

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM Capitol Office Visits.

5:30 PM Bus departs Capitol and heads to Scholz' Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd , Austin , TX 78709 .

8:00 PM Bus departs Austin from Scholtz’ Garten and heads to Dallas .

11:30 PM Bus arrives back at The Studios at Las Colinas.

FAQS:
Question 1 - Who is considered a “stakeholder” of the Moving Image Industry Incentive Program?

Answer   1 - Individuals and businesses that financially benefit as a result of work conducted in the television, film, video game and animation fields of business.  This includes individuals working in production/post-production, businesses such as advertising agencies, equipment rental facilities and related businesses such as insurance, hospitality, car rental, lumber yards, etc.

Question 2 - Can I stay at these hotels even if I am not traveling on the bus?

Answer   2 - Yes, you can stay at these hotels regardless of your transportation arrangements.  Simply indicate to the hotel that you are with TXMPA when you make your reservation in order to receive the discounted group-rate.

Question 3 - If I am not riding the bus, do I need to register for TXMPA Lobby Day activities?

Answer   3 - Yes; if you are not riding the bus, please register at TXMPA Volunteer Hub at: http://txmpa. volunteerhub. com so TXMPA can assign you to a lobby team.  (If you are riding the bus, you will automatically be assigned to a lobby team).

Question 4 - If I do not have a reserved seat on the bus, can I ride the bus from the hotel(s) to the Capitol?

Answer   4 - No, the bus is limited to 57 seated passengers and the bus will be sold out.

Question 5 - Do I need to be a TXMPA or DPA member to participate in Lobby Day or ride the bus?

Answer   5 - No, you do not have to be a TXMPA or DPA member.  Everyone is welcome to participate.

MORE QUESTIONS:
Contact David Friedman, TXMPA, North Texas Regional Representative (see contact information below).

THANK YOU:
On behalf of TXMPA, thank you for your continued support of our community's shared interests, supporting this important legislation, and helping to create new jobs in Texas by participating in TXMPA Lobby Day.

Finally, please join us in thanking the Dallas Producers Association for being the Presenting Sponsor of the TXMPA “Get on the Bus” campaign.

Regards, 

David

David S. Friedman
Partner
Dallas Audio Post Group
1137 Conveyor Lane, Suite 102
Dallas , TX 75247
Office: 214-350-7678
Mobile : 214-995-2679
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