Wednesday, November 8
7:00 am	Registration Desk Opens. Continental Breakfast will be available in the Exhibit Hall.
8:00 am	President's Welcome & General Membership Meeting Mary Kuhn, General Manager, California Recreation Company
8:15 am	Benefits of MRA Yvonne Cantrell, Vice President, Water Resorts Inc.
8:30 am	Clean Marina Program How did the Clean Marinas California Program begin? Why is it needed? What does it look like? All of these questions will be answered during this session. Tim Leathers, Regional Vice President, Almar Management Inc. Shaun McMahon, General Manager, Shelter Cove Marina
9:00 am	Economic State of the Marina Industry
10:15 am	Break in Exhibit Hall
11:00 am	Keynote Speaker - Terry Roberts
Noon	Lunch in Exhibit Hall - Legislative Update
1:30 pm	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Alternative Marina Design - World Wide Wet and Dry Innovations Marinas are continuously required to meet ever-changing demands from many quarters whether this be market forces, environmental regulation or expansion into less protected waters. Around the world different problems inspire various solutions and this presentation will look at several case studies including examples from Monaco, Spain, Italy and New Zealand. Steve Ryder, Manager of Project Development, Bellingham Marine
Topic 2	Abandoned Vessel Removal Occasionally marinas are faced with the abandonment of a vessel left at a marina (typically at night) or the failure or refusal of a boat owner to remove the boat following termination of a wharfage contract. Unfortunately, local police officials are often unable or unwilling to assist by removing such boats. It is usually best to attempt to resolve these problems informally (a topic of discussion), but it is not always possible. When a boat occupies a slip or wharf space without contractual or statutory authority (i.e. seeking shelter in a large storm), she becomes a trespasser and may be held accountable by way of the powerful remedy of vessel arrest." Chris will present a case study of how they have been removing abandon/lien sale boats from our harbor in cooperation with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department and the Household Hazardous Waste Program. Phil Weiss, Esq., Weiss & Jones Chris Lauritzen, Owner, Laurtizen Yacht Harbor
Topic 3	TMDL's: Targeting Marinas Dirty Little Secret or Why the Paint Police are Often Called "Cops" No good deed goes unpunished. Several years ago, scientists discovered that anti-fouling paints containing Tributyltin (TBT) were harmful to marine life. The use of TBT was banned and the coatings industry shifted to safer alternatives. Now, these copper-based alternatives are also coming under fire despite the fact that they were registered and approved by the EPA. State authorities are proposing to regulate the use of copper-based hull paints by making marina owner/operators responsible for the resulting water quality in their facilities. In some cases, regulators are suggesting that marinas may need a federal wastewater discharge permit similar to those issued to municipal sewage treatment plants. Violations of the Clean Water Act can result in fines of up to $25,000/day and subject marinas to expensive civil litigation from environmental interest groups. The final cost of compliance may reach into the millions. This workshop will discuss, in detail, how to develop a coherent management strategy when the state and federal regulators focus their attention on your marina. The presenters will relate their real-world experiences coping with the recently adopted TMDL requirements to reduce copper concentrations in the Shelter Island Yacht Basin of San Diego Bay. Tim Moore, President, Risk Sciences Robert Schuda, Associate, McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP Deborah Pennell, Dockmaster, Shelter Island Marina
2:30 pm	Break in Exhibit Hall
3:15 pm	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Loans from DBAW Loan and Grant Programs available from the Department of Boating & Waterways. Loans are available to owners/operators of private marinas through DBW's Local Assistance Programs for marina construction/improvement. Find out about application requirements, including collateral and the approval process. Hear about the latest potential changes to these programs. Harold Flood, Supervisor, Private Marina Loans, California Department of Boating & Waterways Mary Just, California Department of Boating & Waterways
Topic 2	Pump-outs: Plan Ahead; Funding, Procuring and Maintaining. Pump-outs contribute to marinas in many ways and they are increasing in availability and utilization. Adding, expanding, upgrading and maintaining pump-outs; "plan ahead". Overview of the Clean Vessel Act grants for pump-out system and the California DBAW pump-out maintenance program. Kevin Atkinson, Civil Engineering Associate, California Department of Boating & Waterways Tom Callahan, President, EMP Industries
Topic 3	Preparing Your Marina for Clean Marina Certification What must a Marina or Yacht Club do to prepare for a Clean Marinas California Review and become Certified? Can I get help? How hard is it? The answer is? It's easier than you think. Tim Leathers, Regional Vice President, Almar Management Inc. Shaun McMahon, General Manager, Shelter Cove Marina
5:30 pm	Wine Tasting in Exhibit Hall
Thursday, November 9
7:00 am	Registration Desk Opens. Continental Breakfast will be available in the Exhibit Hall.
7:30 am	Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
8:00 am	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Grow Boating Update Boating industry growth depends on attracting new boaters, retaining current boaters, providing better product, providing a more professional sales and service experience and maintaining and growing quality access to water. The industry's Grow Boating Initiative is focused on each of these areas. NMMA President Thom Dammrich will discuss the Grow Boating Initiative and what the industry is doing to improve the consumer experience in each of these areas. Thom Dammrich, President, National Marine Manufacturers Association
Topic 2	Marina 101 - Marina Electrical Safety A presentation to help marina personnel recognize some of the more common hazards associated with providing AC shore power to moored boats. Because electricity goes about its task of providing services and comfort, quietly and unobserved, symptoms of a serious potential problem might not be recognized until too late to prevent an accident. This is a brief overview of the main causes of electric shock injury and how to recognize potential problems. Relevant sections of the Marina Electrical Safety Standard, NFPA-303-2006, will be explained. What to do about customer complaints related to under water metal damage will also be addressed. Improvement of electrical safety in the marina is the goal. James Shafer, Owner, Harbor Marine Consultants, Inc.
Topic 3	Marina 101 - Managing Your Harbor: Policies & Practices Part 1 This topic will include a variety of policies and practices that are in place at MRA member facilities. Administrative practices such as wait list, live aboard, rule enforcement, slip size vs. boat size policies, are just a few of the topics that will be presented and then open for audience participation and discussion.
9:30 am	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Health Care Costs - What Can Be Done A simple affordable solution to your health insurance challenge?...doesn't exist. But, there are plans available and things you can do, to at least feel in control of your health plan. We will discuss the pros and cons of HSA accounts, partial self-funding, as well as the traditional PPO and HMO plans most of us have used in the past. The availability of guaranteed issue plans will also be reviewed for those with employees that may have health issues that have created problems in obtaining coverage in the past. Gary DuQuette, President, Employer Benefits and Insurance Services, Inc.
Topic 2	Marina 101 - Emergency Response Planning & Resources Part 1 Overview of the basic elements of emergency preparedness, with emphasis on practical solutions in anticipation of major events such as fire, earthquake and severe weather. Additional information presented will aid in the formulation of proper response, utilization of assets, development of formalized protocol, and presentation of substantive training. Information will be submitted for the development of response plans, or for developing a more formalized version of existing guidelines. This will be followed up with critiques of real time events illustrating the necessity of having formalized reaction measures in place, prior to the onset of potentially disastrous events at any marina.
Topic 3	Marina 101 - How To Get Marinas Online In today's internet-based environment, it is crucial for your business to access the internet. With the limited ability of dial-up, and the remoteness of many marinas, obtaining a high-speed connection is often challenging. This seminar will bring in industry experts to explain the latest in alternate technologies to enable your marina to get online and up to speed.
10:30 am	Break in Exhibit Hall
11:15 am	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Real Estate Financing Alternatives for Marinas - An Industry Update Wytie Cable will discuss the different real estate financing programs being currently offered in the lending arena with an emphasis on long term, fix rate, non recourse debt as compared to more traditional bank lending. George "Wytie" Cable, Senior Vice President, Churchill Mortgage Capital Incorporated
Topic 2	Marina 101 - Maintenance of Dock & Dock Equipment Find ways to maintain your dock and dock equipment from our panel of "hands on" experienced members including preventative and routine maintenance of your dock systems, pumpouts and landside facilities. Share with the panel and audience your maintenance tips and experience.
Topic 3	Marina Fueling Systems In August of 2006, the State Water Board was finally able to release the Marina Fueling Facility Project Report. The project was a statewide study to evaluate the status of MFFs on California's coastal and inland waterbodies. The resulting Marina Fueling Facility Project Report details the results of the inspections and recommendations install fully-double walled systems; using continuous electronic leak detection in the interstitial space, having an independent testing organization approve piping used in above ground applications, using anti-siphon devices, having an emergency shut-off device, and regulating MFF ASTs and USTs under the same requirements. Laura Chaddock, Environmental Scientist, State Water Resources Control Board Donielle Jackson, State Water Resources Control Board
12:15 pm	Lunch in Exhibit Hall
1:30 pm	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	Dry Storage Trends in Today's Marketplace Review of new ideas and applications in the dry storage industry. Using projects from around the world, the focus will be on added amenities such as club rooms, architectural enhancements to buildings and new lifting equipment. Using as a case study, a new dry storage facility in the Florida panhandle, Carrabelle Boat Club, will also review the "rackominium" trend in certain marketplaces. Steve Ryder, Manager of Project Development, Bellingham Marine
Topic 2	Marina 101 - The Paper Trail: Record Keeping For Marinas Customer information and documentation you need to protect your marina. How often this information should be updated, when should it be reviewed and how do you use it.
Topic 3	Risk Management Strategies For Boat Rental Operations Three experts in the industry will present and discuss concrete options available to the boat operator for effectively managing the risk of houseboat, motor boat, sail boat, and jet ski rental operations. The options discussed will include management and employee training procedures, rental contract language, warnings, equipment and renter checklists, and insurance coverage for both the operator and the renter. Rental boat operators are cordially invited to bring their own contracts, checklists and other documentation to share with the presenters and attendees. Mark Holmes, Esq., McKasson, Klein & Holmes LLP R.J. Lorenzi, President, Westmar Insurance Services Dave Smith, President, Water Resorts Inc.
2:30 pm	Three topics to choose from:
Topic 1	State of the Marina Industry A look at where marinas and harbors stack up in today's economy. Also included this year, what the future holds for marina operators. Randy Short, President & CEO, Almar Management Inc.
Topic 2	Marina 101 - Enhancing the Bottom Line Sent out a Customer Satisfaction Survey lately? National surveys show that boaters want the 5-Star treatment. However, marina changes or improvements don't always have to be expensive. No cost perks at your Guest Dock can be invaluable to customer goodwill. Find out what YOUR boaters prefer. Receive a sample "Customer Satisfaction Survey" Form and prepare to create happy boaters who bring their friends to visit and to sign up on your waiting lists.
Topic 3	Legal Questions Forum: Or An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Cure. Tired of spending so much time with lawyers? Want to spend more time growing your business instead? Mark Holmes, the MRA"s General Counsel, will host a question and answer session discussing how marinas, boat yards, boat mechanics, service companies and boat rental operations can implement strategies that limit the time, expense, headaches - and lawyers - devoted to most common legal disputes. Bring your problems and questions. Mark Holmes, Esq., McKasson, Klein & Holmes LLP
3:30 pm	Three topics to choose from
Topic 1	2005 Layout & Design GUIDELINES for Marina Berthing Facilities Bill will present an overview of the new Marina Berthing GUIDELINES including Definitions, Water Areas, Berthing, Guide Piles, Utilities, Shoreline Structures, Land Areas, Commentary, and a short update on the federal ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines pending at the U.S. Department of Justice. He will provide each of you with a full color copy of the GUIDELINES. Bill Curry, P.E.; Supervising Civil Engineer (working as a Retired Annuitant); California Department of Boating and Waterways
Topic 2	Marina 101 - Emergency Response Planning & Resources Part 2
Topic 3	Marina 101 - Managing Your Harbor: Policies & Practices Part 2
5:00 pm	Board of Directors Meeting
6:30 pm	Cocktail Reception
7:30 pm	Awards Dinner
Friday, November 10
9:30 am	Observation of Clean Marina Inspection at Breakwater Cove Marina
Disclaimer: The speakers, presentations, and presentation times listed on the conference program in this brochure may change. MRA cannot guarantee that all presentations will be included in the conference proceedings.
For more information about the Marina Recreation Association, please contact: Mariann Timms E-Mail: timms@marina.org Phone: 209.334.0661 FAX: 209.334.6876 Address: MRA, 14900 West Highway 12, #D14, Lodi, CA 95242