FDA PACIFIC REGION RETAIL FOOD SEMINAR

September 20-22, 2016 Reno, Nevada

The Nevada Environmental Health Association and the FDA Pacific Region are pleased to announce the 2016 Retail Food Seminar in Reno, Nevada. The agenda for the conference is being organized to provide the latest food safety education, information, shared concepts and multi entity networking opportunities to take away and use to improve your food program.

2016 conference presentations will cover topics such as:

FSMA and its Impact on Local Retail Food Protection Programs Significant Outcomes from the Conference for Food Protection Special Food Processes at Retail Improving the Quality of Inspections Creative and Innovative Approaches to Meeting the Retail Food

Regulatory Program Standards

FDA PACIFIC REGION

* Alaska* Arizona* California* Hawaii* Idaho* Montana* Nevada* Oregon* Washington* Guam* CNMI* American Samoa

FDA Regional Food Specialists:

John.Marcello@fda.hhs.gov (480) 829-7396 x 2035Richard.Ramirez@fda.hhs.gov (949) 608-4475Lisa.Whitlock@fda.hhs.gov (510) 287-2710Katey .Kennedy@fda.hhs.gov (503) 671-9711 x 16Brad.Tufto@fda.hhs.gov (509) 353-2136 x 104David.Engelskirchen@fda.hhs.gov (253) 383-5252 x 122

Conference Host and Lodging Provided by:Whitney Peak Hotel

255 North Virginia Street – Downtown RenoReno, Nevada 89501

775-398-5400WHITNEYPEAKHOTEL.COM

Conference Room Rates: Deluxe King and Queen $97.00 per night single/double occupancy

Hotel adds $25.00 per person per night for triple or quad occupancy Concierge Level King & Queen $147.00 per night single/occupancy One-bedroom Suite $197.00 per night single/double occupancy.

Room Rates are valid for 3 days pre-conference and 3 days post-conference so that you can extend your stay and enjoy the beautiful Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe area. Hotel rooms are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check in. The current taxes are subject to change and are currently 13.5%. All paid occupied rooms are subject to availability and to regular prevailing room rates. Individual reservations must be cancelled not later than 24 hours prior to intended arrival in order to avoid cancellation charges. If cancellation is received within the 24 hour cancellation period the Hotel reserved the right to charge one night’s room and tax.

*Reserve your room by Monday September 5, 2016 for Room Block Pricing*Group Code Rate – FDA2016

Live Link for On-line Registration is:

FDA Pacific Region Food Managers Conference - Whitney Peak Hotel

Enter the Conference Dates on the Calendar and the Link Will Take you to Room Options!

Property Location With a stay at Whitney Peak Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Reno, steps from Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium. This hotel is within close proximity of Reno Events Center and National Automobile Museum.

Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 310 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a nightclub and a fitness center. Additional features include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available Tuesday and Wednesday for registered conference attendees.

Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 20,000 square feet (2 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a charge of $10.00 each direction at scheduled times, and self-parking is complimentary for conference attendees and available in the onsite. Valet Parking is offered at a rate of $15.00 per vehicle.

FDA Pacific Region Seminar Conference Rates Whitney Peak Hotel

255 North Virginia Street, Reno, NevadaSeptember 20-22, 2015

Registration deadline is September 2, 2016

Conference Registration Options:

On-line registration available at www.nveha.org click on 2016 FDA Food Seminar Tab

For registration questions, please contact:

Nevada Environmental Health AssociationAttn: Erin CavinP.O. Box 30992Las Vegas, NV 89173702-907-6834nevadaeha@gmail.com

CONFERENCE PACKAGE OPTIONS AMOUNT

FULL CONFERENCE PACKAGE –FDA PACIFIC REG SEMINAR (Tuesday-Thursday) $150.

FDA Pacific Region Seminar Transportation Whitney Peak Hotel

255 North Virginia Street, Reno, NevadaSeptember 20-22, 2015

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Whitney Peak Hotel Shuttle from Reno Tahoe International Airport $10.00 each way

Ground Transportation by Taxi, or Limo Services available at Reno Tahoe International Airport

DRIVING DIRECTIONS Whitney Peak Hotel

255 North Virginia Street, Reno, Nevada 89501

From Reno Tahoe International Airport (Car Rental):

Go North on Terminal Way toward East Plumb Lane In .10 miles turn left onto East Plumb Lane In 1.34 miles turn right onto South Virginia Street In .66 miles turn right onto Center Street In 1.12 miles turn left onto East 4th Street In .07 miles turn left onto North Virginia Street Turn right onto E. Douglas Aly Arrive at Whitney Peak Hotel!