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**ATLANTA, GA**

**FY 2008 STATE MANAGEMENT REVIEW WORKSHOP**

# August 12-13, 2008

## REGISTRATION FORM

I will be attending the FY 2008 State Management Review Workshop. Please
register me:

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**Important Notes:**

-   ***This is an automated registration form, so please fill it out and
    review your entries carefully. After completing the form, save the
    document to your computer, and then return it as an email attachment
    to:*
    [smrworkshops@reidconsult.com](mailto:workshop@ieitransit.com)**

> ***You will immediately receive an e-mail receipt confirmation***

-   ***If you have any difficulty returning the form by e-mail, feel
    free to print and submit by fax to Janisha Richardson or Mariela
    Perdomo at (703) 558-0133***

-   ***Submit one form for each participant per guidelines on the next
    page***

-   ***Please submit your registration by July 18, 2008.***

> **ATLANTA, GA**

**FY 2008 STATE MANAGEMENT REVIEW WORKSHOP**

# August 12-13, 2008

## OVERVIEW

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### BACKGROUND

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) examines grantee performance
and adherence to current FTA requirements and policies using several
management tools. The State Management Review (SMR) is an FTA-initiated
oversight procedure to determine whether a state is administering its
FTA-funded programs in accordance with Federal transit law provisions 49
U.S.C. Chapter 53. The review process assesses the state\'s management
practices and program

implementation of the FTA funded transit programs for ensure that they
are being administered in accordance with specific FTA requirements. The
programs include the Section 5309, 5310, 5311, 5316, and 5317 programs,
the Rural Transit Assistance Program (RTAP), and other related
FTA-funded transportation programs.

### WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

These workshops are for transit professionals responsible for program
management or managing Federally-funded projects and professionals
responsible for planning or managing transit service or compliance
programs, particularly from State DOTs. The workshops are designed to
help attendees broaden their understanding of the Federal rules and
regulations that shape and define their programs.

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### WORKSHOP LEADERS

The State Management Review Workshop will be conducted by transit
professionals who are also reviewers for the FTA\'s State Management
Program. The instructors will provide guidance in each of the 21 areas
to be reviewed, answer questions about how to respond to specific review
areas, and share industry best practices. Staff from the FTA will attend
the workshop to answer questions about the State Management Review,
assist you in any area related to your FTA grant program, and refer you
to printed guidelines or other resources should you require additional
information.

**ATLANTA, GA**

**FY 2008 STATE MANAGEMENT REVIEW WORKSHOP**

# August 12-13, 2008

## AGENDA

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8:00 am Participant Check-in; Coffee and Danish

8:30 am Welcome and Introductions

9:15-noon Presentation of FTA requirements in the areas of SMR Process,
Program Management, Grants Subrecipients and Projects, and Financial
Management. Participant questions and group discussion.

Noon-1:00 pm Lunch on your own

1:00-5:00 pm Presentation of FTA requirements in the areas of Intercity
Bus, RTAP, Satisfactory Continuing Control, Maintenance, and Competitive
Procurement. Participant questions and group discussion.

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8:00 am Coffee and Danish

8:30-noon Presentation of FTA requirements in the areas of Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise, Buy America, Debarment/Suspension, Lobbying,
Planning and Coordination, Title VI, and ADA. Participant questions and
group discussion.

Noon-1:00 pm Lunch on your own

1:00-3:30 pm Presentation of FTA requirements in the areas of Charter
Bus, School Bus, Drug-Free Workplace, Drug and Alcohol Program, and
Equal Employment Opportunity. Participant questions and group
discussion.

3:30-4:30 pm Wrap-Up, Program Evaluations, and Feedback

**ATLANTA, GA**

**FY 2008 STATE MANAGEMENT REVIEW WORKSHOP**

# August 12-13, 2008

## HOTEL INFORMATION

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The two-day Workshop will be held at the following location:

The Ritz-Carlton

181 Peachtree Street

Atlanta, GA 30303

\(404\) 659-0400

Guest rooms are available for attendees of the State Management Review
Workshop at the rate of \$129/night plus tax for single occupancy,
provided reservations are made no later than July 18, 2008. There is an
additional person charge of \$25.00 per person per night. The workshop
is free of charge but participants are responsible for their own room
and board. Parking with in and out privileges is available at \$25 per
night.

In order to reserve your hotel room at the above rate, please call no
later than Friday, July 18, 2008 and clearly identify yourself as
attending the ***State Management Review Workshop.***

## DIRECTIONS

The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta is downtown's premier business address and a
luxurious oasis in the heart of the city. The hotel is surrounded by the
state's centers of finance and government, and yet is just minutes from
the Georgia Aquarium and sports events at the Georgia Dome, Philips
Arena and Turner Field.

[Using MARTA:]{.underline} From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International
Airport: follow the signs inside the airport to "Ground Transportation"
and look for MARTA station nearby. Take the North line to the N1
Peachtree Center. Upon exiting the train, go toward the Ellis Street
exit. You will go up the two set of stairs or you may take the elevator.
Once you reach Peachtree Street, turn right and the hotel is half a
block on your right. The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta is at the corner of Ellis
and Peachtree streets.

[The Atlanta Link]{.underline}: operated in part by the City of Atlanta
provides airport transfers from Hartsfield -- Jackson International
Airport to the various Hotels in the Downtown area. Currently the cost
is \$16.50 one way or \$29 roundtrip and is subject to change without
notice. Payment for the ticket should be made by cash to the Atlanta
Link.

[From the Airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta]{.underline}

Every 30 minutes from Island One of Ground Transportation (adjacent to
Baggage Claim) from 6:00am to 6:00pm. No advance reservations are
required.

[From The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta to the Airport]{.underline}

Every 30 minutes from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Arrangements for pick-up must be
made in advance through the concierge.

[From Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport]{.underline}: Take I-85
North through downtown. I-75 and I-85 will merge approaching downtown.
Take Exit 248C, International Boulevard. At second light turn left onto
International Boulevard. At fourth light turn left onto Peachtree
Street. At first light turn left onto Ellis Street. Enter Motor Lobby at
second entrance on left.

[From All Points North]{.underline}: Take I-75 or I-85 South to Atlanta.
I-75 and I-85 will merge approaching downtown. Take Exit 249A, Courtland
Street (one way street). At third light turn right onto International
Boulevard. At second light turn left onto Peachtree Street. At first
light turn left onto Ellis Street. Enter Motor Lobby at second entrance
on left.

[From All Points South]{.underline}: Take I-75 or I-85 North to Atlanta.
Go north on Interstate 75/85. Take Exit 248C, International Boulevard.
At second light turn left onto International Boulevard. At fourth light
turn left onto Peachtree Street. At first light turn left onto Ellis
Street. Enter Motor Lobby at second entrance on left.

[From East or West]{.underline}: Take I-20 East or West to Atlanta. Go
North on I-75 and I-85, which merge approaching downtown. Take Exit
248C, International Boulevard. At second light turn left onto
International Boulevard. At fourth light turn left onto Peachtree
Street. At first light turn left onto Ellis Street. Enter Motor Lobby at
second entrance on left.