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JULY 2009 IEEE-802 PLENARY SESSION 2nd MEETING INFORMATION UPDATE To All IEEE 802 Members & Attendees: The July 2009 IEEE-802 LMSC Plenary Session will be held at the Hyatt Regency (at ) in San Francisco, CA during the week of July 12-17, 2009. All working groups will be meeting at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco along with all tutorials and calls for interest. With plenty of shopping, dining, cultural exhibits, site seeing, and nightlife in the downtown area, San Francisco is an excellent venue for IEEE-802. The Hyatt Regency San Francisco is within walking distance of numerous cultural destinations located along the stunning Embarcadero waterfront. The Hyatt Regency San Francisco is within 5-15 minutes of Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Moscone Convention Center, Ghiradelli Square, North Beach, and the Castro District. These treasures of the city and beyond are all moments away by ferry, BART (), MUNI (inter-city transit and metro), world- famous cable cars, taxi, and the historic F-line streetcars.

Register for this session at: http://ieee802.facetoface-events.com/plenary

All IEEE 802 Working Group Sessions will take place at the: Hyatt Regency San Francisco 5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA 94111 Reservation Phone: (402) 592-6464 Toll Free: (888) 421-1442 Reservation Fax: (415) 283-2028 www.sanfranciscoregency.hyatt.com

The Hyatt Regency San Francisco adjoins the Embarcadero Plaza directly across from the Ferry Building.

802-Group Hotel Web Reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1379302

IEEE 802 Group Rate: • $194.00 US single occupancy per night plus applicable taxes*. • $204.00 US double occupancy per night plus applicable taxes*. * taxes are currently: 14% Room Tax, 1.5% City Tax, plus a $0.13/day Tourism Assessment Fee

Dates the group rate is available: July 3-26, 2009 (based on hotel room availability).

Reservations cut off date: Wednesday, July 1, 2009 (book early - rooms are limited).

Cancellation Policy: No charge when cancelled prior to 6pm PT of arrival date.

Check In: 3 pm Check Out: 1 pm

Reservations Methods: Via the web with link above, by phone or fax (please use the fax form provided).

Hotel Parking (Valet Only): Hotel guest: $57.00 US/day (tax included) with In & Out privileges. Non-hotel guest: $62.50 US/day (tax included) with NO In & Out privileges.

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IEEE 802 Group - Hotel Reservation Form

Hyatt Regency San Francisco 5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco, CA. 94111 Reservation Phone: (402) 592-6464 Toll Free: (888) 421-1442 Reservation Fax: (415) 283-2028

Web Reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1379302

The Hyatt Regency San Francisco (Embarcadero) is pleased to welcome the attendees of the July 2009 IEEE 802 Plenary Session. Our entire staff would like to take this opportunity to extend a welcome to you during your stay.

Group Name: IEEE 802 LAN/MAN Standards Committee Plenary Session

Session Dates: July 12-17, 2009 Group Code: IEEE

Guest Information: (please fill in below) Room Block Reserved until: July 1, 2009 Last Name: First Name:

Arrival date: Arrival time: Departure date:

Company: Phone:

Address: Fax:

City: State: Zip Code:

Credit Card # (VISA, M/C, Amex, or Discover): Exp. Date:

Cardholder's Signature: Print Cardholders Name:

Any special requests:

Ÿ Reservation requests received after July 1, 2009 (or after the block has been filled) will continue to be accepted at the 802 group rates on a space available basis. Book early to assure your preferred room accommodations. $ To guarantee your reservation you must provide a major credit card (listed above) or provide a first night's deposit (room + tax) for the guarantee. If you do not wish to use a credit card, you must mail/courier a check payable to "Hyatt Regency San Francisco” with a copy of this form. Do Not Send Cash. The deposit will be refunded if the reservation is cancelled prior to 6pm PDT of your arrival date. Late cancellations and No-Shows will be assessed a one night's (room + tax) penalty. Please retain the cancellation number provided until credit/refund is received. Group rates apply from July 3-26, 2009 (subject to room availability).

Group Rate (per night in US $): Please Indicate Type of Room(s) Requested:

$194.00US Single + taxes* per night Single(s) 1 person $204.00US Double/Twin+ taxes* per night Double(s) 2 persons – 1 bed (King)

$40.00US For each additional adult person Twin(s) 2 persons – 2 beds (Doubles)

Smoking Non-Smoking Note: Hotel check-in time is 3:00 pm; checkout time is 1:00pm. * Currently taxes are as follows: 14% Occupancy Tax, 1.5% San Francisco TID Assessment Tax, and a $0.13/day California Tourism Assessment Fee. There is no additional charge for children 21 years or younger staying in the same room with parents.

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IEEE 802 OVER FLOW ACCOMODATIONS:

Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf 555 North Point Street, San Francisco, California, USA 94133 Reservation Phone: (402) 592-6464 Toll Free: (888) 421-1442 Reservations Fax: (415) 486-4444

Located at the historic San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf the Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf is ideally situated for easy walking access to many of San Francisco’s most famous attractions including: Fisherman’s Wharf, The Cannery, Ghiradelli Square, Pier 39, the Aquatic Park & the Hyde Street Pier, the SF Maritime Museum and Aquarium, the ferry to the Alcatraz Island Tour, the Anchorage, the Powell-Hyde Cable Car, and much, much more, especially some of San Francisco’s most famous seafood restaurants and nightlife attractions. This is definitely the fun spot for those anxious to experience the best of San Francisco.

Web Reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1379302

IEEE 802 Group Rate: • $214.00 US single/double occupancy per night plus applicable taxes*. • There is no additional charge for children 21 years or younger staying in the same room with parents. * taxes are currently: 14% Room Tax, 1.5% City Tax, plus $0.13/day California Tourism Assessment Fee.

Dates the group rate is available: July 7-23, 2009 (based on hotel room availability).

Reservations cut off date: Monday, July 1, 2009 (book early - rooms are very limited). Cancellation Policy: No charge when cancelled prior to 6pm PT of arrival date. Check In: 3 pm Check Out: 1 pm Reservations Methods: Via the web with link above, by phone or fax (please use the fax form provided).

Hotel Website: http://fishermanswharf.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/

Transportation Services: • The Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf has ground transportation options to and from the airport. Please go to: http://gosfovan.hudsonltd.net/res?USERIDENTRY=HYATTFW&LOGON=GO for current schedules, rates and other information.

• To get back and forth to the meeting (at HR-SF) you can take the historic F-Line streetcar along the Embarcadero (~5 minutes), or take the scenic Cable Car from Ghiradelli Square to the Top of Nob Hill and then back down the California Street line past Chinatown to the end at HR-SF on the Embarcadero. And it is only a 15-20 minute walk along the waterfront to the HR-SF should you choose to see the sights and get some fresh air and exercise instead. There are of course taxis and buses as well for other options.

The contact information for our IEEE 802 Conference Organizers is as follows: IEEE 802 LMSC Plenary Sessions c/o Face To Face Events, Inc. 2699 Iversen Court Santa Clara, CA 95051 USA Phone: (408) 241-8906 Fax: (408) 241-8918 Email: [email protected] Complete hotel and meeting information is located on the IEEE 802 event portal at: https://ieee802.facetoface-events.com/plenary

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Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf 555 North Point Street, San Francisco, California, USA 94133 Reservation Phone: (415) 563-1234 Toll Free: (888) 421-1442 Reservations Fax: (415) 486-4444

Web Reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1379302

The Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf is pleased to welcome the attendees of the July 2009 IEEE 802 Plenary Session. Our entire staff would like to take this opportunity to extend a welcome to you during your stay.

Group Name: IEEE 802 LAN/MAN Standards Committee Plenary Session

Session Dates: July 12-17, 2009 Group Code: IEEE802

Guest Information: (please fill in below) Room Block Reserved until: July 1, 2009 Last Name: First Name:

Arrival date: Arrival time: Departure date:

Company: Phone:

Address: Fax:

City: State: Zip Code:

Credit Card # (VISA, M/C, Amex, or Discover): Exp. Date:

Cardholder's Signature: Print Cardholders Name:

Any special requests:

Ÿ Reservation requests received after July 1, 2009 (or after the block has been filled) will continue to be accepted at the 802 group rates on a space available basis. Book early to assure your preferred room accommodations. $ To guarantee your reservation you must provide a major credit card (listed above) or provide a first night's deposit (room + tax) for the guarantee. If you do not wish to use a credit card, you must mail/courier a check payable to "Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf” with a copy of this form. Do Not Send Cash. The deposit will be refunded if the reservation is cancelled prior to 6pm PDT of your arrival date. Late cancellations and No-Shows will be assessed a one night's (room + tax) penalty. Please retain the cancellation number provided until credit/refund is received. Group rates apply from July 7-23, 2009 (subject to room availability).

Group Rate (per night in US $): Please Indicate Type of Room(s) Requested:

$214.00US Single + taxes* per night Single(s) 1 person $214.00US Double/Twin+ taxes* per night Double(s) 2 persons – 1 bed (King)

$25.00US For each additional adult person Twin(s) 2 persons – 2 beds (Doubles)

Smoking Non-Smoking

Note: Hotel check-in time is 3:00 pm; checkout time is 1:00pm. * Currently taxes are as follows: 14% Occupancy Tax, 1.5% San Francisco TID Assessment Tax, and a $0.13/day California Tourism Assessment Fee. There is no additional charge for children 21 years or younger staying in the same room with parents.

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IEEE 802 – Rental Car Discounts

Avis Worldwide Discount # for IEEE 802 Group: AWD# A606094 When making your reservations, please quote the AWD # and Rate Code shown above in order to receive the special meeting discount rates. Reservations must be made by calling the Meeting Reservation and Information Desk at: (800) 331-1600 or going online at: http://www.avis.com/AvisWeb/html/meetings/go2.html?AWD=A606094&NAME=IEEE+802+Plenary+Session &FDATE=07122009&TDATE=07172009&LOCATION=San+Francisco,+CA&EVENT=0 Should a lower qualifying rate become available, Avis will offer a 5% discount off that rate. The attendee must use the assigned Avis Worldwide Discount Number and meet Avis rental requirements to receive this additional discount. San Francisco, CA, USA July 2009 Rates shown are in US dollars and do not include taxes. Special rates are available from July 5 through July 25, 2009.

CAR CLASS DAILY WEEKLY ∗

Compact 41.00 154.00

Intermediate 46.00 175.00

2-door Full Size 48.00 185.00

4-door Full Size 51.00 196.00

Premium 57.00 257.00

Weekly rental period = five through seven days

• The above rates are subject to change without notice.

• Return to the same renting location or additional surcharges may apply.

• Weekend daily rates are available from noon Thursday - Monday at 11:59 P.M. (vehicle must be checked out by 3:00 PM Sunday). Rates quoted above include free unlimited mileage.

• When reservations are booked, the above rates will be automatically compared to Avis’ published rates, including internet rates, to ensure the attendees receive the lowest rate that we have to offer.

• The attendees must use the assigned AWD# to receive the discounts being offered.

• Rates do not include any state or local surcharges, tax, optional coverage, or gas refueling charges.

• Renter must meet Avis’ age, driver, and credit requirements.

• Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-331-1600 or online.

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