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The 19th annual National Association of Remedial Project Managers (NARPM) Annual Training Conference will be held Tuesday, June 2 through Friday, June 5, 2009, at the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.
The sleeping room block at the Intercontinental ended on Monday, May 25, 2009. If you still require a sleeping room reservation, please contact Jen Grund, Tetra Tech, as soon as possible at jen.grund@ttemi.com for assistance.
General Information
This general information sheet provides additional details about the 2009 NARPM Annual Training Conference, including contact information, tips for what to pack, dining and entertainment options, and details for arranging ground transportation.
Lodging
A limited size block of rooms has been reserved at the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta hotel.
The lodging rate is the prevailing government rate of $141 per night plus 15 percent sales tax. Reservations need to be made before Monday, May 25, 2009, to receive the government rate.
To make your reservation, please call the hotel at 877-422-8254 or book your reservation online. If you make your reservation by telephone, be sure to mention that you are attending the USEPA NARPM Training 2009. If you make your reservation online, be sure to enter CS3 for the group/convention code.
Reservations at the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta hotel must be confirmed with a credit card. If your lodging is paid for by a government purchase order, you will still be responsible for covering incidental charges and guaranteeing your arrival with a credit card. If you have questions about payment for your lodging when you check in, please contact Mr. Gary Turner, EPA Office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation.
Lodging for pre-approved EPA RPMs and pre-approved designated instructors staying at the host hotel will be paid by EPA Headquarters. All pre-approved attendees on EPA’s master account must have approved travel authorizations.
The available nights that EPA Headquarters will pay for EPA RPMs’ lodging are Sunday, May 31 through Thursday, June 4, 2009; and by EPA Headquarters approval, for the night of Friday, June 5, 2009. Friday, June 5, 2009, should be considered the travel day to return home for all attendees. E-mail requests for Friday night coverage must be sent by e-mail to Gary Turner at turner.gary@epa.gov no later than Friday, May 22, 2009. E-mail requests should include a brief explanation why your Friday night should be included on the master bill and type "Friday" in the subject line. You will be notified by Gary Turner if your request for EPA to pay lodging costs for Friday night has been approved.
For federal agency attendees not on EPA's master account, please complete a tax exempt form, which can be obtained from your company or agency. Federal agency attendees still will be responsible for the 8 percent occupancy tax.
You are responsible for canceling your hotel reservation if you cannot attend. The Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta hotel requires a notice of cancelation before 6 p.m. Eastern time the day of your arrival. If you fail to provide notice, one night’s lodging will be charged to your credit card. Upon check-in you will be asked to verify your departure date; if you check-out earlier from your verified departure date, an early departure fee of $100 will be charged to your credit card.
Hotel check-in begins after 3:00 p.m., and check-out time is at 12:00 p.m.
Hotel Amenities
The Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta offers several amenities, including a complimentary fitness center with cardio-theater, treadmills, and stair-steppers. There is also an outdoor pool open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and a whirlpool with a sundeck. Spa Intercontinental is the only in-hotel spa in the immediate Buckhead area and offers signature facials, massages and other skincare treatments. Its hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
For your convenience, the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta offers several on-site restaurants. Au Pied de Cochon, open 24 hours, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its menu features favorites such as Foie Gras de Canard Poélé, Escargots de Bourgogne, Steak Tartare and the city's best jumbo shrimp on the seafood bar. XO Bar, known for its 69 varieties of cognac-the largest of any bar in the United States, is open from 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. Lobby Lounge offers cocktails, wines and a light bar menu. Its hours of operation are from 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. For additional information on area dining and local attractions, please visit the local attractions page.
Travel Information
The Atlanta area is served by the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). ATL is located approximately 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Additional information is available at www.atlanta-airport.com/.
Driving Directions
Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta
3315 Peachtree Road N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia
Phone: (404) 946-9000
From ATL - Approximately 18 miles and about 25 minutes
- Take I-85 North into Downtown Atlanta where I-85 North will merge with I-75 North
- At the I-85 North and I-75 North split, stay to the left onto I-85 North
- Follow the signs to Exit No. 87 (GA 400 North)
- Once on GA 400 North, take Exit No. 2 (Buckhead)
- At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Lenox Road
- Follow signs to Peachtree Road South
- At Peachtree Road South, turn right
- The InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta will be 5 street lights ahead on the left-hand side of the street
Stipend for Meals
Lunch will be provided during one Federal-Agency Only working lunch on Tuesday, June 2, 2009. Remember to deduct $13 for Tuesday from your expense report if you attend the lunch.
Federal Per Diem Rates
The Federal lodging per diem rate for Atlanta is $141 per night and the meal per diem allowance is $49 per day. Further information about Federal per diem rates for Atlanta, Georgia can be found on the GSA Per Diem Web page for Atlanta, Georgia.
For More Information
For more information or if you require special assistance, please contact Tetra Tech at (703) 390-0702 or by e-mail at epanarpm@ttemi.com.