Thoughts on food and parking

Hi All,

A few thoughts...

Historically, many, Cons have had a food social. This was frequently called the banquet. Probably a non starter for space reasons at SpoCon. As an alternative, the ConCom might want to ask if the hotel would like to host something like a Baron of Beef (look miss Shirl, *real* beef) or whatever sandwich event. Conceptually similar to David's two years ago. Maybe in the Salon Foyer? Should be on the hotel's nickel rather than the Con's.

While parking doesn't matter to me as I take the bus, $16 per days is likely to sticker shock folks from out of town. Even with "in and out" privileges (where are Alex and his Droogs when you need them?). Parking is a *lot* cheaper, I think, at the Arena. An easy walk through the park. The ConCom might want to investigate. Oh, I've been told that the meters don't cost anything on Sundays. Also been told that they do cost between 8AM and 7PM on other days. I've seen the meter enforcers (you know, those folks that wanted to be dog catchers but couldn't cut the mustard. Doh, did I say that?) in action. They are ruthless.

Have a great day!