Congress 2017 will be hosted by a committee led by Chas Jordan from the City of Largo, featuring various other committee members from different municipalities. The event takes place in Orlando, known for its large convention center, affordability, and numerous lodging options, making it an attractive destination. Florida's chapter, one of the oldest in the U.S., has strong leadership and membership support but hasn't hosted a congress since 1989.

1. CONGRESS 2017
The Best
Show in
Public
Works!

2. CONGRESS 2017

3. CONGRESS 2017
● 2017 Host Committee:
– Chair – Chas Jordan, City of Largo (16-17 President)
– Co-Chair – Mark Juliano, City of Holly Hill-Retired
● Doug Layton, City of Atlantic Beach (Delegate)
● Amy Blaida, RS&H
● Chris Evers, Evers Infrastructure Group
● Sam May, City of Margate (17-18 President)
● Mark Massaro, Orange County
● Rick Keeney, City of Punta Gorda (Treasurer)
● Althea Parrish, City of Sanford-Retired
● Robert Garland, McKim & Creed (15-16 President)
● Brian Usher, City of Largo (15-16 Natl President)

4. Chapter Membership (Volunteer) Areas
CONGRESS 2017

5. Chapter Financial Position
CONGRESS 2017

10. Why Orlando?
● One of the Largest Convention Centers in the
World
● Multiple Lodging Opportunities
● Travel is direct and affordable to Orlando
● Everything is within walking distance,
amusement parks and such within short cab
ride
● Beautiful Florida - DESTINATION
CONGRESS 2017

11. Why Florida Chapter?
● One of the Oldest and Largest Chapters in the United
States
● Has not hosted a Congress since 1989
● No other opportunities for hosting APWA
● Plans a Statewide Conference Annually
● Has a strong and committed leadership to this effort
● Has a strong financial status
● Has a strong base of membership in the
Orlando and Central Florida area
CONGRESS 2017

12. CONGRESS 2017
The Best
Show in
Public
Works!

13. CONGRESS 2017

14. CONGRESS 2017
● 2017 Host Committee:
– Chair – Chas Jordan, City of Largo (16-17 President)
– Co-Chair – Mark Juliano, City of Holly Hill-Retired
● Doug Layton, City of Atlantic Beach (Delegate)
● Amy Blaida, RS&H
● Chris Evers, Evers Infrastructure Group
● Sam May, City of Margate (17-18 President)
● Mark Massaro, Orange County
● Rick Keeney, City of Punta Gorda (Treasurer)
● Althea Parrish, City of Sanford-Retired
● Robert Garland, McKim & Creed (15-16 President)
● Brian Usher, City of Largo (15-16 Natl President)

15. Chapter Membership (Volunteer) Areas
CONGRESS 2017

16. Chapter Financial Position
CONGRESS 2017

21. Why Orlando?
● One of the Largest Convention Centers in the
World
● Multiple Lodging Opportunities
● Travel is direct and affordable to Orlando
● Everything is within walking distance,
amusement parks and such within short cab
ride
● Beautiful Florida - DESTINATION
CONGRESS 2017

22. Why Florida Chapter?
● One of the Oldest and Largest Chapters in the United
States
● Has not hosted a Congress since 1989
● No other opportunities for hosting APWA
● Plans a Statewide Conference Annually
● Has a strong and committed leadership to this effort
● Has a strong financial status
● Has a strong base of membership in the
Orlando and Central Florida area
CONGRESS 2017