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Montana Law Enforcement Torch Run
Kick-Off Conference & Awards Banquet
March 5-6, 2010
Crowne Plaza
Billings, Montana
 
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Lodging Information
Lodging Information
Crowne Plaza
27 N 27th Street
Billings, MT  59101
(800) 558-7666 / (406) 252-7400
www.crowneplaza.com/billings
 
Room Rate
Limited rooms available March 5 - 6, 2010
Based on single/double occupancy
$89 per night
 
Directions
From I-90, take exit 450 towards city center.  Turn onto MT-3/S 27th Street.  Follow 1.2 miles, the hotel will be on the right.
 
Lodging Reservations
Please make your room reservations with Crowne Plaza at (800) 588-7666 by February 19, 2010.  When calling, ask for the Special Olympics/Torch Run room rate.
 
Conference Information
Conference Registration
Please register before February 19, 2010.  We must know how many will be in attendance
 
Conference Fees
Full Conference - $50
Includes Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch & Banquet dinner; admission to the Friday Night hospitality, Conference, Casino, Awards Banquet and Live Auction.
 
Conference Only - $30
Includes Saturday breakfast & lunch; admission into the conference only.
 
Banquet Only - $24
Includes Banquet dinner; admission into the Casino, Awards Banquet and Live Auction.
Schedule
Friday, March 5, 2010
Registration and Hospitality Night
7:00pm - 10:00pm

Go back to 1985 when the Torch Run began in Montana.  A great opportunity to renew acquaintances and have a fantastic time with Torch Run friends and enjoy food & beverages.  Conference registration area includes conference and banquet information.  All conference attendees must check-in before attending the conference.

Don't forget the Aqua Net - costumes encouraged

 
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Registration
8:00am - 7:00pm
 
Newcomer's Orientation
8:00am - 8:30am
Receive an overview of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics and how they partner to ensure success.
 
Conference
8:30am - 3:30pm
Conference begins with Opening Ceremonies and a warm meal.  Sessions will be offered throughout the day, allowing law enforcement to plan and prepare for the Torch Run.
 
Casino Social
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Join the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Casino Night.  Use your Torch Run Bucks at Texas Hold 'em and other games.
 
Awards Banquet
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join guest speaker, Chief Richard LaMunyon, as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary Torch Run and welcome the newest Hall of Fame and Unsung Hero inductees.
 
Live & Silent Auction
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Get in the action!  Several items will be auctioned off to benefit Special Olympics Montana.

 

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Please complete the evaluation form (PDF) and mail to Special Olympics Montana

Email: tsappington@somt.org

or mail to:

PO Box 3507 - Great Falls, MT  59403

fax: (406) 454-9043

 

 

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