Memphis, Tennessee
February 28 - March 3, 2011

The 15th Annual Conference for Professionals in Property Assessment, Tax Administration, Mapping and Information Technology

The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) and the Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) are pleased to announce the 15th GIS/CAMA (Geographic Information Systems / Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal) Technologies Conference, to be held February 28 - March 3, 2011 at the Memphis Peabody in Tennessee.

Call for Presentations

Abstract Submissions Due October 4, 2010

The conference program is developed with submissions received through the Call for Presentations. Presentation suggestions within these general program topics are sought:

1. Economics & Assessment - Presentations within this track will address timely topics related to today's economic situation including funding assessment operations on fees, revenue models adjustments for declining markets, property tax caps - pros and cons, and the long term affects of foreclosures on market value.
   
   
2. Professional Development & Management Strategies - This track is designed for individuals involved with managing GIS and/or assessor offices, as well as those trying to increase their core knowledge. From hiring and retaining employees, to strategizing on how to best manage your GIS and CAMA environments, to seeing what other counties are doing, this track will provide a wealth of insight on how to get the most out of your people and your technology.
   
   
3. Property Valuation & Modeling Techniques - CAMA modeling has come a long way. What are the methods and results of mathematical models used in the appraisal of property? The presentations in this track focus on the use of location in models, visual display of results with GIS, advanced modeling techniques, 3-D visualization and other related topics.
   
   
4. Interesting Technologies & Future Directions - Stay ahead of the curve and get the most return on the GIS investment. Take a look at the road to Enterprise GIS, best practices, new and emerging technologies, the latest in Web development, mitigating technological changes, LiDAR visualization, viewpoints on the Cadastral Fabric, and more.

Selection Criteria

The following items must be explicitly addressed for an abstract submission to be considered:

a) Basic Theme: The presentation description must convey the basic theme of the presentation. Does it address the technical or management aspect of the subject?

b) Value of the Subject: Your proposal should indicate which audience segment would be most interested in your presentation (i.e., elected officials, technicians, managers, etc.) and what will be learned from the presentation.

c) New or Innovative Information: The presentation should focus on new insights and lessons learned.

Please note that:

a) Presentations that market specific products and services will not be accepted, nor are presentations of this nature acceptable at the conference. (There are vendor workshops for exhibitors.)

b) Case histories should be presented by the sponsoring organization, not by vendors.

c) Presentation descriptions should conform to format specifications and be error-free.

d) All abstract submissions are due on or before October 4, 2010.

e) If accepted, expect to provide a full paper for publication in the Conference Proceedings during the 2011 conference.

f) All accepted presenters must register and pay the standard conference registration fee.

Presentation Format Options

Indicate the presentation format that is best suited for your proposal.

Single presentation—individual presentation that will be scheduled with one or two other presentations to form a cohesive session of 90 minutes in length. Each presenter is allotted 20-30 minutes, plus 10 minutes for questions from the attendees.

Complete session—comprised of three individual presentations, SUBMITTED TOGETHER, with a common theme. A complete session is 90 minutes in length.

Panel—90-minute presentation that encourages interaction and discussion between the panelists and the attendees. Panel presentations should include at least three panelists all speaking on different aspects of a particular topic.

Online Abstract Submission

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Proceedings and Speaker Registration

Presenters whose proposals are accepted are expected to submit written papers for publication in the Conference Proceedings. If PowerPoint or slide presentations are submitted for inclusion in the Proceedings, a narrative description must accompany them. The final version of your presentation is due on the day it is presented to attendees at the conference. It can be provided on CD Rom or by thumb drive transfer on site at the conference.

All accepted presenters must register and pay the standard conference registration fee.

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Presenter’s Calendar

Abstract Submissions Due: October 4, 2010

Acceptance Notification: November 1, 2010

GIS/CAMA Conference: February 28-March 3, 2011

Proceedings Papers Due: During Conference

For Budgeting Purposes —

Early Registration Rates: Conference — IAAO or URISA Member: $375; Nonmember: $525

Preconference Workshops— Member Rate $195; Nonmember Rate: $245

Conference Location

Peabody Memphis Hotel
149 Union Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee  38013

Discounted GIS/CAMA Conference Rate: $139 single/double (which includes in-room wireless Internet access for attendees)

In addition to wireless in-room internet, our room rate includes complimentary use of the health club, unlimited local & 800 number phone calls, morning newspaper, overnight shoe shine and coffee & tea service in the lobby each morning at designated hours.

To make your reservations, call 1-800-PEABODY. Indicate you're attending the URISA & IAAO Technologies Conference to receive the special rate.

In the heart of “Blues City,” you'll find The Peabody Memphis, a magnificent Mobil Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond historic hotel. The Peabody itself is also one of Memphis' most popular attractions. The Peabody Ducks march to and from the Grand Lobby daily at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. in a time-honored tradition dating back to 1933.

The Peabody Memphis is central to many downtown Memphis attractions, just two blocks from the world-famous Beale Street entertainment district, Peabody Place and the Peabody Place Museum, the Memphis Museum of Rock & Soul,  and FedEx Forum - home of the Memphis Grizzlies. Only minutes away are more Memphis tourist attractions such as the STAX Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis Zoo, Graceland and Sun Studios. Easily accessible by trolley is the Civil Rights Museum, Pyramid, and the South Main Street arts and boutique district, where creative and unique art and fashions can be found.

Memphis International Airport (MEM) is just 15 minutes from The Peabody and offers direct flights to/from most major cities. Memphis is the hub of Northwest Airlines and is also serviced by Air Tran, American Airlines, American Eagle, Continental Airlines, Delta, KLM, Pinnacle Airlines, United Airlines, and US Airways.

For more information on travel to Memphis, visit the Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau website at www.memphistravel.com.