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General Information
Preliminary Program and General Information (PDF)
The 89th AMS Annual Meeting will be held 11–15 January 2009 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Sue Grimmond and Rita Roberts are the 2009 Annual Meeting Co-Chairpersons, leading the organization of the meeting.
Conferences and Symposia
Please see the Programs and Events page.
Cosponsors of the 89th Annual Meeting
The following organizations are cosponsoring the AMS 89th Annual Meeting: Advancing the Science of Limnology and Oceanography, Air and Waste Management Association, American Geological Institute, American Geophysical Union, American Society of Agronomy, Atmospheric Science Librarians International, Crop Society of America, National Weather Association, Soil Society of American, The Oceanography Society, and World Meteorological Organization
Registration
Please see the Registration and Rates page for more information.
Additional registration information for:
Exhibitors | Press
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Hotel and Travel Information
Please see the Hotel page.
Exhibits
Please see the exhibits section of the Programs and Events page.
If you are an exhibitor, please see the Exhibitors page.
Presenter Support Services
Please see the Program and Session Chairpersons and Presenter Support/Speaker Ready Room on the Authors Information page.
Location of functions
Annual Meeting registration, scientific sessions, poster sessions, short courses, town meetings, special sessions, named symposia luncheons, and exhibits will be held at the Phoenix Convention Center,100 N. 3rd Street., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (tel: 602-495-3642).
The AMS committee meetings will be held at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix, 122 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (tel: 602-252-1234
AMS Resource Center
Sunday–Thursday, 11–15 January; Exhibit Hall 5
The AMS Resource Center is located in Exhibit Hall 5 of the Phoenix Convention Center. This year's program will feature many books, journals, and CD-ROMs representing the latest in scientific and technical information. AMS retail items will also be available as well as information on the 2010 Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. The hours of operation are Sunday, 5:00–7:00 p.m.; Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Message Center
AMS will operate a message center in the lobby of the Phoenix Convention Center for meeting attendees and exhibitors. The message center hours of operation are listed below. To leave messages for attendees or exhibitors, please call 602-514-7925:
Sunday, 11 January 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Monday, 12 January 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 13 January 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 14 January 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Thursday, 15 January 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Attendee Information
An Information Center Desk will be located in the lobby of the Phoenix Convention Center. The hours of operation on Sunday–Thursday coincide with those of the Registration Desk.
The information center provides maps of the convention center and schedules of committee meetings and conference sessions, as well as details on other programs of interest. A conference message board is available in the convention center lobby for the posting of conference-related information, including last-minute program changes, and messages for meeting attendees and student assistants.
AMS Member Services
A Member Services Desk is collocated with the AMS Resource Center in Exhibit Hall 5 of the Phoenix Convention Center. The Member Services Desk provides attendees with the opportunity to renew dues, apply for membership, and/or inquire about account activity. AMS staff will be available for assistance on Sunday, 5:00–7:00 p.m.; Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
E-mail Stations
Sunday–Thursday, 11–15 January
E-mail stations will be available in the lobby levels of the convention center. As a courtesy to other attendees, e-mail users are asked to limit their time at the e-mail stations. Hours of operation are Sunday–Thursday, 11–15 January, from 7:30 A.M. until the close of activities in the convention center. For attendees with their own laptops, wireless access is free in all public areas, such as lobbies/prefunction space and the food courts.
Business Center
There is a UPS Store locationed in the lobby of the West Building of the Convention Center which will serve as the business center. The hours of operation are 7 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday thru Friday and 8 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
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Green Meetings
AMS Green Conference Guidelines
As a scientific and professional organization whose members are keenly aware of environmental issues, the AMS strives to be in the forefront of environmental stewardship. As atmospheric scientists, members of the Society are particularly concerned about rapidly increasing atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations and associated climate change. The AMS Green Meetings Committee has created guidelines that summarize the Society’s commitment to conducting conferences in a manner that stresses responsible use of natural resources and minimization of greenhouse gas emissions and other waste and pollutants. These guidelines are provided for coordinators, committees, contractors, and all AMS members, and AMS staff, and aim to educate and inspire continued mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions both within AMS and the larger society. These guidelines should be continually evaluated as technologies and mitigation options continue to develop. For further information, please reference the following Web page: http://www.ametsoc.org/MEET/greenconferenceguidelines.html
Carbon Offsets
AMS recognizes that personal travel to its professional meetings likely represents the largest contribution to the carbon footprint of its meetings and is probably a significant fraction of each attendee’s personal carbon footprint. The average round-trip commercial flight to an AMS meeting is about 2000 miles and produces roughly 1700 lb of CO2 per passenger. Consistent with the AMS Policy Statement on Climate Change (available online at http://www.ametsoc.org/policy/2007climatechange.html), and in an effort to reduce emissions, the AMS asks meeting participants to consider measures to offset the climate impacts of traveling to its meetings. At this time, AMS encourages either personal actions to reduce emissions or purchasing carbon offsets. Details of each approach are given at the following Web address: http://www.ametsoc.org/MEET/greenconferenceguidelines.html
Phoenix Convention Center “Green Building”
From the ground up, the Phoenix Convention Center was designed to create a sustainable operation that provides an energy-efficient venue and serves as a steward for the environment. Several programs and initiatives have been implemented as part of the convention center’s expansion as well as in daily operations, to ensure the facility minimizes its impact on the environment. More information on this building and its earth-friendly initiatives may be found online (http://phoenix.gov/AGENCY/PHXPLAZA/Environmental.pdf).
Tours
Tonopah Desert Recharge Project Tour
Sunday, 11 January, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
The Central Arizona Project (CAP) owns and operates the Tonopah Desert Recharge Project (TDRP). TDRP is a large scale surface spreading type recharge project with 19 basins ranging in size from 7 to 14 acres for a total of over 200 acres. The project is permitted to store up to 150,000 acre-feet/year of CAP (Colorado River) water with a total of 2,000,000 acre-feet in storage over 20 years. CAP operates the project for state, city, and private entities. The customers, including the Arizona Water Banking Authority and the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District, store water at the project to support full use of Arizona’s Colorado River allocation through underground storage, firm future water supplies, meet replenishment obligations, and meet assured water supply goals. TDRP is the largest recharge project in Arizona.
The cost for a ticket is $35. The tour ticket is not included in the conference registration package and must be purchased separately. Attendees may purchase tickets when preregistering for the meeting; a very limited number of tickets might be available to purchase on site.
Volunteer Opportunities
Please see the Volunteer Opportunities page.
A Special Sunday
Eighth Annual WeatherFest
Sunday, 11 January, 12:00–4:00 p.m.; Ballroom C/D
For additional information please see the WeatherFest page.
Briefing for First‑Time Attendees
Sunday, 11 January, 3:00–4:00 p.m.; Room 130
This session is designed to provide first‑time attendees with an overview of the annual meeting and suggestions on how to get the most out of their time. AMS Past-President Walt Lyons and Ken Heideman, director of publications, will provide an overview of the programs, special events, exhibits, and services. All attendees and exhibitors are welcome to attend.
89th Annual Review and Fellows Awards
Sunday, 11 January, 5:00–6:00 p.m.; Room 130
Please see the description on the Programs and Events page.
Student Conference and Chapter Poster Sessions
Sunday, 11 January, 5:30–7:00 p.m.; Exhibit Hall 5
This poster session will feature the work of precollege teachers and college students who are participating in the Seventh Annual AMS Student Conference. Chapter posters will also be available for viewing.
Welcome Reception Honoring the Newly Elected Fellows
Sunday, 11 January, 6:00–7:00 p.m.; Exhibit Hall 5
A Welcome Reception will be held immediately following the 89th Annual Review and Fellows Awards. The reception will be held inconjunction with the Student Conference and Local Chapter Poster Sessions. All are encouraged to attend.
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Coffee Breaks/Lunch
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10:15–10:45 a.m. (in the Meeting Room Foyer)
2:30–4:00 p.m. (with the Formal Poster Viewing) |
Tuesday |
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9:45–11:00 a.m. (with the Formal Poster Viewing)
3:00–3:30 p.m. (in the Exhibit Hall) |
Wednesday |
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10:00–10:30 a.m. (in the Meeting Room Foyer)
2:30–4:00 p.m. (with the Formal Poster Viewing) |
Thursday |
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9:45–11:00 a.m. (with the Formal Poster Viewing)
3:00–3:30 p.m. (in the Exhibit Hall)
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Cash and Carry Lunch
A cash and carry lunch will be available Monday–Thursday at the convention center. Monday and Tuesday the cash and carry will be available on the street level of the convention center. The Exhibit Hall will have a cash and carry lunch available in the back of the Exhibit Hall Tuesday–Thursday.
Social Events
Welcome Reception Honoring the Newly Elected Fellows
Sunday, 11 January, 6:00–7:00 p.m.; Exhibit Hall 5
A Welcome Reception will be held immediately following the 89th Annual Review and Fellows Awards. The reception will be held jointly with the Student Conference Poster Session. All are encouraged to attend.
Spouses' Coffee
Monday–Wednesday, 12–14 January, 9:00–11:00 a.m.; Sundance Room at the Hyatt Regency
Spouses and guests are invited to meet and to renew acquaintances.
Oke Symposium Luncheon
Monday, 12 January, 12:00–1:30 p.m.; Phoenix Convention Center
The Oke Symposium will have with a luncheon on Monday, 12 January, at 12:00–1:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center. All are invited to attend. An Oke luncheon ticket is not included in the conference registration package; the cost for a ticket is $40. All who are interested in attending are urged to preregister as only a limited number of tickets will be available on site.
Ribbon Cutting, Opening Reception, and Corporate Sponsor Recognition
Monday, 12 January, 5:30–7:30 p.m.; Exhibit Hall 4
Please join us for the Opening Reception of the 2009 Annual Meeting, sponsored by the exhibiting companies. Local government officials and other dignitaries will be present for the ribbon cutting event.
Awards Banquet Reception
Wednesday, 14 January, 5:30–6:30 p.m.; Exhibit Hall 4
A reception from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 14 January, will precede the AMS Annual Awards Banquet. The reception will be held in the Exhibit Hall.
89th AMS Awards Banquet
Wednesday, 14 January, 7:00 p.m.; Ballroom 120ABC
One banquet ticket is included with the Full-Week Registration Package; additional banquet tickets may be purchased for $50 by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 13 January, at the AMS Registration Desk. We invite you to enjoy the singing of the Tohono O'odham Youth Council starting at 6:30 p.m. in the prefunction space of the ballroom.
Hollingsworth Symposium Luncheon
Thursday, 15 January, 12:00–1:30 p.m.; Phoenix Convention Center Room 131AB
The Hollingsworth Symposium will have a luncheon on Thursday, 15 January, at 12:00 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center. All are invited to attend. A Hollingsworth luncheon ticket is not included in the conference registration package; tickets will be available for purchase for $40 until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 13 January.
Statement on Open Meetings
Throughout the week, AMS Committees, Boards, and the Council will be meeting at various times and locations. These meetings are, in principle, open to members of the Society, although portions of some meetings may be held in executive session when dealing with personnel issues, awards, or other matters of a confidential nature.
As a matter of courtesy and to ensure adequately sized meeting rooms, members wishing to observe a particular Committee, Board, or Council Meeting should contact its chairperson in advance. Members may have requested a place on the agenda by following a similar procedure. Please feel free to contact Joyce Annese (tel, 617-227-2426, ext. 206; e-mail, jannese@ametsoc.org) at AMS Headquarters for assistance.
Additional information
Americans with Disabilities Act
It is the Society's sincere desire to comply fully with both the letter and the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Attendees with special needs at the convention center should check with the AMS Meetings Department (617‑227‑2426, ext. 202) four–six weeks prior to the meeting. Special housing needs should also be requested when hotel reservations are made. AMS wants to ensure that each attendee’s stay at the 89th Annual Meeting is a pleasant one.
Special Meals
Attendees who have special dietary requirements, for example, vegetarian or kosher meals, may stop by the AMS Registration desk prior to Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. to request a special meal.
Photo Release
From time to time AMS uses photographs of conference events in its promotional materials. Unless this permission is revoked in writing to the AMS, by virtue of their attendance all conference visitors agree to the use of their likeness in such materials.
Attendee Lists
The AMS will make attendee lists available to any registered attendee. Attendees who do not want their name and address information included on the list must note this on their registration forms. A card is available at the Registration Desk to request a copy of the list. The list will only be delivered in electronic form and will contain name, address, and affiliation (if provided). No phone numbers or e‑mail addresses will be provided.
Child Care Services
Attendees should contact the concierge at their hotel for a list of child-care providers and children's programs.
AMS National Officers
President: Walter F. Dabberdt
President‑Elect: Thomas R. Karl
Executive Director: Keith L. Seitter
Executive Directors Emeritus: Richard E. Hallgren, Ronald D. McPherson, and Kenneth C. Spengler
Annual Meeting Program Committee
Annual Meeting Program Committee
Sue Grimmond and Rita D. Roberts, Co-Chairpersons
Edgar L Andreas, Philip E. Ardanuy, Robert M. Atlas, C. Bruce Baker, Robert M. Banta, Anthony J. Brazel, David Burridge, Lawrence D. Carey, Jennifer M. Comstock, Jon B. Davis, Belay B. Demoz, Julie L. Demuth, Kenneth F. Dewey, Howard J. Diamond, Sheldon D. Drobot, David R. Easterling, Pamela G. Emch, Wayne F. Feltz, Genene M. Fisher, Ralph C. Foster, Ronald S. Gird, Eve Gruntfest, James J. Gurka, Leslie M. Hartten, Jill F. Hasling, Sue Ellen Haupt, Elisabeth A. Holland, Michael L. Jamilkowski, Eugenia Kalnay, Stephanie Kenitzer, Petra M. Klein, Kimberly E. Klockow, Pavlos Kollias, Darko R. Koracin, Branko Kosovic, Brian K. Lamb, Christopher W. Landsea, Timothy J. Lang, Julie K. Lundquist, Scott M. Mackaro, Genevieve E. Maricle, Robert P. McCoy, Gary B. McWilliams, Philip W. Mote, Gerald J. Mulvey, Jinny Nathans, Peter P. Neilley, Bart Nijssen, Richard Ohlemacher, Edward A. Olenic, David J. Pace, Rajul Pandya, William A. Perrie, Gerald L. Potter, Julie D. Pullen, Dick Reynolds, Joseph T. Schaefer, Hans Peter Schmid, Ward R. Seguin, Mark A. Shafer, David R. Smith, Kathleen E. Strebe, James A. Voogt, Steven J. Weiss, Marilyn M. Wolfson, Sepideh Yalda, and Yang Zhang
AMS annual meeting program staff
Main Number: 617-227-2426
Meeting and Exhibitor staff: Cara Campbell (ext. 228), Claudia Gorski (ext. 305), Marjorie Huntington (ext. 226), Jennifer Rosen (ext. 259), Brenda Ward (ext. 227), and Judith Ziemnik (202)
Publications staff: Bryan Hanssen (ext. 238)
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