National Water Quality Conference Coming to Pacific Northwest in 2014

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Forester Media announced today that it has selected Portland as the location for StormCon 2014, its annual conference on surface water quality.  

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"StormCon brings the world's leading surface-water quality experts together and we are thrilled to be selected as the destination for the 2014 conference," said Jeff Miller, president & CEO of Travel Portland. "We look forward to sharing the city's innovative stormwater projects with this group of industry leaders next summer." 

"Portland is the perfect fit for StormCon," added Scott Nania, director of the event.  "The city was recently chosen as a top budget travel destination, so it will be affordable to the conference's many public sector guests.  Portland is one of the best biking cities in the world and was also ranked as one of the top arts destinations in America.  We've wanted to come here for quite a while, and now it's a reality.  StormCon 2014 will be a fantastic event for all."

Portland International Airport welcomes more than 250 flights daily on 15 carriers.  The Oregon Convention Center is just a short ride on the local MAX light rail from the airport, meaning StormCon 2014 attendees will be able to get around easily and inexpensively.  

The Willamette River cuts through the center of town and has long been the focus of activity.  "We're thrilled to bring StormCon to the Pacific Northwest for the first time.  Portland's unsurpassed commitment to protecting surface-water quality fits in perfectly with the focus of our event.  The city's intelligent urban design, active lifestyle and cultural offerings will provide a wonderful backdrop for StormCon attendees. The abundance of local products, the food scene and tax-free shopping add to the many elements that make Portland such an attractive destination," said Nania.

StormCon 2014 will be held August 3 - 7, 2014.  Visit www.StormCon.com for more information.

About Forester Media
Forester Media produces StormCon® and publishes books and award-winning trade magazines, including Stormwater, Erosion Control, Water Efficiency, MSW Management and Business Energy.  Forester University offers continuing education and professional development live webinars, on-demand webcasts, and self-paced study for industry professionals.  Visit www.forester.net for more information.

CONTACT:
Scott Nania
805-682-1300 x136
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