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Re: NWBC 2003 Post Mortem
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Thu, 9 Oct 2003 22:04:54 GMT
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In lugnet.events.nwbrickcon, Mark Neumann wrote:
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I'm responding only to the case for/against the mall as a location.
> Here's the pro/cons:
> Pros:
> *Free venue
> *Free and plentiful parking
> *IF we pay for chairs and tables, costs are minimal
> *Much easier for out of towners to locate (just off freeway, airport shuttles
> may be available, need to confirm)
> *Sq/footage is comprable to Snoqualmie room
Not at all. The sq footage is about 2/3 and broken up. Further, the mall is
providing the space because it can't sell it - it's too big for a small store
and too small for a big store. AND - the mall is taking about half the space
right now and converting it to a secure storage area. The space next year -
assuming Dan still has it - will be less than half what it is now.
> *Square footage is divided into four different rooms that could be used for
> displays, gaming, classes and relaxation room.
These spaces are storage areas lined with shelves - no way to make good display
space - no way to allow public access with adequate passage space.
> *Mall may provide other space for us to use (train layout and/or large items in
> the mall proper?)
This IS possible, but it'd most likely be different store sites and will break
up an already confused venue.
> *available 24/7, no rushing for move in, move out. Can be as late as you like.
Not true. The mall has similar hours to the Snoqualmie room and they are earlier
on both ends, about the same amount. No overnight parking allowed. The mall cops
are active and pay attention to what's going on. I severely doubt any late night
activities will be allowed.
> Heck you never have to leave!
See above.
> *Extra space in mall may be available (in main thoughrowfare)
> *Very public. Very private after the mall closes. (remember that classes can
> be closed off in a seperate room during the day, if desired)
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> Cons:
> *Slightly narrower room, may be difficult to utilize for display and walking
> room
Don't forget to add poor lighting and low ceilings.
> *I don't know how the mall would recieve vendors, may require seperate contracts
> and rental agreements.
Dan is not allowed to sell anything at the mall. It would violate his agreement
for donated space. I'm sure that this would carry over to anyone else trying to
use his space.
> *Dan may not have the space next October. (if NWBC puts a bid in it could help)
This is probably the most correct reason for not planning to use the mall as a
venue. If NWBC puts in a bid, it should do so without regard to whether Dan is
there or not. It should do so with the intent of displaying all things in the
public mall space (thoroghfare) and use any space Dan may have as classroom
space. This would spread out the items to be viewed and require many more people
to monitor and reduce overall interaction of attendees.
> *not IN the city of Seattle
About 30 miles south.
> *really far from my home, I'd be staying in a hotel for the event. (selfish
> reason I'll admit)
This is actually a pro - There are a couple hotels within walking distance of
the mall.
If it is not already apparant, my vote is NO.
Wayne
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