In our continuing effort to promote the development and advancement  of the Brownfields practice, the Florida Brownfields Association  (FBA) is proud to announce a solicitation for posters to  be displayed and presented at the 12th Annual Florida Brownfields Conference and Exhibition in Tampa, Florida, November 1-4, 2009.

The poster sessions will provide  applicants with an opportunity to share project successes,  innovative ideas, and new applications of technology.  Posters should address issues related to the mission of the FBA, which is to promote a wide array of Brownfield-related  goals, objectives and initiatives, including environmental restoration, economic revitalization, natural resources  preservation, conservation and recreational-based beneficial  reuse, enhancement of financial and regulatory incentives, job creation and training, public health, environmental equity and justice, and community outreach and education.

The poster sessions will be held in a high-visibility area  throughout the day on Monday and Tuesday, November 2 and 3, and featured at the Monday evening reception. We request  that the authors of selected posters be available to present, explain, and discuss their work during the morning and afternoon breaks, and during the evening reception.

Review Criteria
Posters accepted for display will be entered into a judged  competition. Awards will be given out at the evening reception  on Monday, November 2, 2009.  Judging will be based upon  the following criteria:        
        *  Overall aesthetic quality, clarity of presentation and general appearance
        *  Information content
        *  Handouts
        *  Helpfulness of presenter
        *  Overall interest and relevance

Application
If you are interested in submitting a poster, please provide the following information:
        *  Title of poster
        *  Institution or organization name
        *  250 word abstract (MS Word preferred)
        *  Contact name, address, phone number, and e-mail address

(Please note: Deadline for submitting an application is September 18, 2009)