city of dallas' presentation to gop leaders for 2016 republican convention

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On behalf of the City of Dallas and the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau, thank you for allowing us to submit our proposal to host the 2016 Republican National Convention in Dallas, Texas.

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President Ronald Reagan opened his 1984 Republican National Convention acceptance speech hoping for a victory that is the size of the heart of Texas. ...I extend our deep thanks to...the Big D the city of Dallas for all their warmth and hospitality.

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As the ninth largest city in the nation and the top visitor destination in Texas, Dallas offers an unforgettable experience for all of your delegates. We are honored to be on the consideration list, and will provide the best overall destination package to help ensure the ultimate success of the 2016 RNC.

In the 30 years since that last RNC was held in Dallas, the city has evolved into one of Americas leading business hubs. Not only is Dallas the second-fastest growing city in America by Forbes and a Top-5 destination for meetings and conventions, the city is one of the most business-friendly. Because of its low taxes, minimal government interference and diverse demographics, Dallas is ranked as the best place in America to start a business, No. 2 best city in the nation for small businesses and the top city in the country to find tech professionals. Dallas is going places, and it is this city that will be the absolute best choice for the 2016 RNC.

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Why Dallas foR The 2016 RnC?

American Airlines Center in Victory Park

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Easily accessible Dallas is centrally located and a short, four-hour or less plane ride from nearly every major U. S. city. DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field offer, combined, more than 2,000 flights daily, with an integrated light rail to and from the convention venue.

Dallas proven hospitality community values and understands large, complex convention needs and successfully supported Super Bowl XLV in 2011 and the NCAA Mens Final Four in April 2014. Since November 2003, the number of major conventions booked annually for Dallas has swelled from eight to 31.

With an effective ground transportation strategy that leverages public and private transportation platforms, Dallas offers a comprehensive solution that can move the RNC participants from point to point in an effective and friendly manner.

Dallas has the capacity and experience to assemble a world- class Host Committee capable of robust Texas-sized fundrasising, that will generate more than $60M in convention funding. Dallas fully embraces the required commitment with passion and the resources for true success.

Dallas robust hotel packages ensure delegates and attendees multiple price points and brands within a tight and highly effective hotel room block.

AT&T Stadium

18.5 miles from American Airlines Center

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As a place to live, work or visit, Dallas has it all a melting-pot of great people, a leading business environment, world-class museums and art venues, irresistible shopping, delicious cuisine and action-packed sports.

At the heart of it all are unified family values and relentless pursuit of happiness. This is where Dallas is most successful. It is home to the largest urban arts district in the country. It boasts more than 4,000 restaurant options to choose from. It is filled with culturally rich museums and stunning architecture. It has a dynamic economy and eclectic entertainment. All this with $15 billion in current, uninhibited development is why Dallas continues to be a city of energy and diversity.

In 2015, the Trinity River Corridor Project will be completed, creating 8,000 acres of parks, forest and lakes, hike and bike trails and neighborhood revitalization in downtown Dallas, an improvement destined to be popular with your attendees.

Dallas Arts District


Nasher Sculpture Center

1 mile from American Airlines Center

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Entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking are at the root of what makes Dallas so successful. Known for its free enterprise in a right-to-work state, 18 Fortune 500 companies call the Dallas-Fort Worth area home. Dallas makes it easy and affordable to do business here, and the proof is in the pudding.

n Dallas was one of the first three cities to fully recover from the economic recession, according to the Brookings Institution. n Dallas is ranked as one of the Best Cities for Good Jobs, according to Forbes.

n The metropolitan economy is the sixth largest in the country, with 2012 real GDP of $420.34 billion.

n Also known as Silicon Prairie, Dallas is a Top 20 city for tech professionals looking for jobs.

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Some of the citys greatest attractions were privately funded or funded in a public-private partnership, including:

n Klyde Warren Park, a new 5.2-acre urban deck park: $110M public and private funding

n Perot Museum of Nature and Science: $50M from Margot & H. Ross Perots five children; Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones gave $25 million through the Rees-Jones Foundation

n Rory Meyers Childrens Adventure Garden: $15M challenge grant, $10M from two private donations alone, and several $1M gifts

n George W. Bush Presidential Center: $10M from the Kinder Foundation (Rich and Nancy Kinder)

Texas-sized pride in our community and passion for genuine service is reflected in everyone from Dallas. The entire city of Dallas welcomes visitors with open arms with a unified goal of making every experience positive and productive.

Dallas is where optimism meets opportunity, and where a community can come together for the sake of philanthropy. Its no wonder why the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranks 5 out of 366 cities in contributions, with $3.7 billion total, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

n AT&T Performing Arts Center: The AT&T Performing Arts Center raised gifts of $1 million or more from more than 134 Dallas families, corporations and foundations

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its all about location Centrally located between both coasts, in Central Standard Time, both the city and its venues are perfectly situated. Nestled amongst 14 unique entertainment districts, attendees will have plenty of

opportunities for fun and unforgettable experiences.

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Dear Republican National Committee :

We are writing to enthusiastically recommend our hometown of Dallas, Texas to host the 2016 Republican National Convention,

and to pledge our support for a successful, organized and well-funded convention.

Dallas of 2014 is a world-class city, featuring a strong and diverse economy and population, a vibrant arts and culture scene, great

restaurants, and state-of-the-art arenas and venues to support the 2016 Republican National Convention.

Dallas is also famous for our philanthropic and political giving. In 2012, Dallas area citizens donated more than $48 million to GOP

candidates, making us one of the top contributor communities in the nation.

Our civic spirit and philanthropy is even bigger. In recent years, the Dallas community raised hundreds of millions in private funds

to build the AT&T Performing Arts Center, the Meyerson Symphony Hall, The Perot Museum of Nature and Science, and the

Nasher Sculpture Garden. Even the American Film Institute now calls Dallas home.

President Ronald Reagan launched his re-election landslide in Dallas, opening his 1984 nomination speech with, In 75 days, I

hope we enjoy a victory that is the size of the heart of Texas. Nancy and I extend our deep thanks to the Lone Star State and the

Big D the city of Dallas for all their warmth and hospitality.

A few other reasons why the RNC should look to Dallas, Texas for a successful 2016 Convention:

n Dallas central U.S. location is at the intersection of three interstate highways (I-35, I-20 and I-45), and easily accessible from three major airports (DFW, Love Field and Alliance airport).

n Dallas area hospitality, logistics and security infrastructure is big and experienced, including a recent Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and the annual State Fair of Texas, which attracts 350,000 people over 24 days.

n Dallas is home to world-class venues, including the state-of-the-art American Airlines Center and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.

n Dallas is diverse, with 42% Hispanic, 28% Anglo and 25% African American residents according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The Dallas Independent School District reports approximately 70 different languages spoken in student homes.

n Dallas is critical to Texass Red State economic success. Forbes named Dallas as one of our nations top Metro Areas With The Most Economic Momentum Going Into 2014, citing our 9.3% GDP growth and 10.2% population gain between

2007-2012.

We are confident that Dallas can do the 2016 Republican National Convention in a BIG way. We have the venues, hospitality,

transportation, security, philanthropy and ability to rally our community with both Republican and Democratic support to host a

successful, safe and enjoyable convention for your delegates and dignitaries.

Our message to the RNC is Come Back to the Big D. We are bigger and better than ever. We stand ready to assist in any way.

Sincerely,

Former U.S. Senator The Honorable Mayor of Dallas Phillip J. Jones, President/CEO,

Kay Bailey Hutchison Mike Rawlings Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Honorable Enid Mickelsen

Chairwoman

2016 Republican National Convention Site Selection Committee

Washington, D.C. 20003

Dear Representative Mickelsen :

Dallas is changing. Todays Dallas is an economic powerhouse, a world-class city, featuring world-class infrastructure, hotels,

restaurants and dramatic new culture and arts spaces.

Texas is a successful red state and home to the strongest economy in the nation. We are proof of what limited government, conservative

values and American entrepreneurship can achieve for individuals and families. Dallas also reflects the diversity of our nation, with

prominent Latino, African-American and Asian communities and civic pride.

Todays Dallas is a center of finance, technology and energy. In recent years, new sports and entertainment venues, art museums, and

symphony halls have been built, mostly with private dollars. Dallas now has the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation.

Dallas is the absolute right place for the 2016 Republican National Convention.

I am confident that Dallas RNC fundraising effort will achieve or exceed every goal. Dallas is home to many of our nations most

philanthropic individuals and businesses, as well as prolific Republican donors.

Located in the middle of our great nation, Dallas is easily accessible through two major commercial airports, three major interstate

highways and even rail.

Dallas has the close-in hotel space, venues, transportation, security, communications and convention infrastructure needed to host a

successful 2016 Republican National Convention.

The State of Texas stands ready to help. As Governor of Texas, and a proud Republican, I add my voice to the many Texans supporting

Dallas bid for the 2016 Republican National Convention.

Sincerely,

Rick Perry

Governor

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You have questions.We have the right answers.

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1Confirm and certify that the relevant governmental authorities of the City have reviewed the Basic

Requirements for Convention Facilities and Services, and that the City is prepared and able to satisfy

such specifications. Any proposed variance from the specification should be noted and discussed.

The City of Dallas is honored to be considered for the 2016 RNC. We understand your needs, and after

reviewing the basic requirements, the city is happily prepared to do what is necessary to make the 2016

RNC one unforgettable and undeniably successful event.

Former U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison The Honorable Mayor of Dallas Mike Rawlings Phillip J. Jones, President/CEO, Dallas Convention and

Visitors Bureau

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2Describe the structure and legal authority of the

governing body of the City.

The City of Dallas is a Home Rule City, with a Council-Manager form of

government. As such Dallas, acting through its City Council, has the legal

authority to enact any law not inconsistent with the Texas or U.S. Constitution

or state and federal statutes. The City Council is made up of a Mayor elected

at large and 14 Council Members, elected by the voters in their respective

Council Districts. The City Manager is selected by a vote of the City Council

and serves as the chief administrative and executive officer of the city and is

responsible to the council for the proper administration of all the city affairs

placed in the city managers hands.

3Describe any other governing body with

jurisdiction over the Leased Facilities.

The City of Dallas owns the American Airlines Center and Center Operating

Company, L.P. has a management agreement to operate the venue. The

City of Dallas solely owns and operates the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention

Center Dallas.

4Events held at the city-owned facilities must agree that every employer, agent

and permitted entrant connected with the purpose for which the Premises are

rented shall abide by, conform to and comply with all laws of the United States,

the State of Texas and all ordinances of the City of Dallas, including but not

limited to all rules and regulations for the government and management of each

city-owned facilities including, but not limited to, the no smoking policy and the

requirements of the Police and Fire Departments, and will not do, nor suffer to

be done, anything on the Premises during the term of this contract, in violation

of these rules, laws or ordinances.

Describe all statutes, laws, occupancy, permit

or code requirements of any government entity

applicable to the Leased Facilities.

For more information, visit :

http://www.dallascityattorney.com/index.html

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5Describe the structure of the Host Committee.

Dallas has a strong history of civic and political

giving and philanthropy. For example, many of

the new Dallas museums and arts venues were

built using hundreds of millions of privately raised

dollars. And according to The Chronicle of

Philanthropys annual list, three of the

50 most-generous American philanthropists in

2013 are from Dallas-Fort Worth.

The organizational and governing structure will

be reflective of the objectives and goals of the

RFP and demands on robust fundraising. We

are confident in our ability to assemble a Host

Committee platform that will allow fundraising

generation to exceed $60M required to

successfully produce and execute a flawless

2016 RNC Convention in Dallas, Texas.

Organization Structure :

Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison Co-Chair

City of Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings Co-Chair

We will hire a fulltime President and CEO that will report to a

Board of Directors. The primary responsibilities of President

and CEO will include oversight for Fundraising, Government

Relations, Board of Directors Management, Host Committee

Management, Founding Partnership Development and

Operations. We will hire the appropriate fulltime and volunteer

staff to support his/her objectives over the course of the time

frame required.

The President and CEO will be supported by the following

functioning Officers and Advisors. We anticipate the Host

Committee to be approximately 20-30 key stakeholders,

dignitaries, celebrities and proven business leaders vested in

the art of fundraising and leveraging their sphere of influence.

Chief Operating Officer

Responsible for the following areas:

n Aviation DFW and Love Field Airports, Airline Partnerships

n Hotel/Accommodations Hotel Room Block Management

n Operations Main venue oversight and liaise with COA

n Transportation Coordination of public and private transportation entities

n Public & Life Safety

n Government Relations

Chief Financial Of ficer


n Audits, Budgets, Economic Impact, Financial Administration, State Funding Mechanism

n Fundraising Administration

Vice President Special Events


n Coordination of delegate parties, activities and special event venues

n Events calendar, facilities database, special events, sponsorship fulfillment and VIP services

n Inclusion of Cultural Affairs, Venues, Chambers

Vice President of Communication


n Communications, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Publications

n Marketing, Website, Microsites, Social Media and Crisis Communication

Vice President of Fundraising


n Strategic funding plan and development

n Aggressive solicitation of fundraising resources, sponsorship and in-kind donations

n Sponsorship fulfillment

Vice President of Volunteers

Responsible for the for following areas:

n Coordination of over 500 volunteers

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Name:Phillip Jones C. The business address of the registered agent and the registered office address is:Street Address:2200 Victory Avenue, Unit #907 Dallas TX 75219

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Director 1: Mike Rawlings Title: DirectorAddress: 1500 Marilla Street, Room 5EN Dallas TX, USA 75201Director 2: Dave Brown Title: DirectorAddress: 2500 Victory Avenue Dallas TX, USA 75219Director 3: Kay Bailey Hutchison Title: DirectorAddress: 1445 Ross Avenue, Suite 3800 Dallas TX, USA 75202

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6The City of Dallas, the Dallas Convention &

Visitors Bureau and the Host Committee are in the

process of fully identifying and creating the budget

for the 2016 RNC. However, we understand the

financial burden to create a world-class RNC

Convention is $60M. As you may know, Dallas

has a strong history of civic and political giving

and philanthropy. For example, many of the new

Dallas museums and arts venues were built using

privately raised dollars.

As previously stated in Question #5 regarding the

Host Committee structure, the Committee is fully

committed to raising the funds necessary to offset

all appropriate convention costs. In addition, there

are too many variables and questions at this time

that require COA solutions and answers based

on how our destination and venues can best be

customized to meet the needs of the 2016 RNC.

Our financial commitment is to fully support

the cost and expense of the following areas

as identified in the 2016 Republican National

Convention RFP for Basic Requirements

for Convention Facilities and Services. Our

understanding of our financial commitment, and

therefore pending budget, is identified to the right.

RFP Section IV.A .B. 1-8

Lease of Main Convention Venue Facility

n Main Convention Area (18,000 persons)

n Ancillary Convention Function Rooms (75,000 Sq. Ft.)

n Convention Office Space (40,000 Sq. Ft.)

n Media Work Space (300,000 Sq. Ft.)

n Parking Facilities (2,000 Cars and 300 buses)

n Construction Area (30,000 Sq. Ft.)

RFP Section IV.C.1

Convention Office Space located near the Main

Convention venue

n 16 months prior: 3,000 Sq. Ft.

n 12 months prior: +12,000 Sq. Ft.



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Main Convention Area

n 16 months prior: survey and study availability only

n 10 weeks prior: limited access to media space based on custom build out and specific timelines based on

event calendar

n 6 weeks prior to request: not available at either Dallas main convention venue

Dallas Availability for AAC = June 25 August 1, 2016 all

inclusive (move-in, show and move-out)

Dallas Availability for KBHCCD = in Addendum on page A2

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Parking Facilities as specified in the RFP

RFP Section V.A.B.C.D.E.F.G.H.J.K.L .M.N.O.P

n Main Convention seating and decoration as specified in the RFP within reason of venue

capabilities and timelines

n Seating and related facilities in the Ancillary Function Rooms as specified in the RFP

n Electrical Power as specified in the RFP

n Lighting System as specified in the RFP

n Sound System as specified in the RFP

n Transportation Services as specified in the RFP

n HVAC as specified in the RFP

n Telecommunications System as specified in the RFP

n Water/Utilities as specified in the RFP

n Janitorial Services as specified in the RFP

n Restroom Facilities as specified in the RFP

n Medical Facilities as specified in the RFP

n Food and Beverage Services as specified in the RFP with restrictions on current exclusive F/B providers

n Security & Related Protective Services as specified in the RFP, less costs agreed to be paid by federal

government or federal grant dollars

n Facilities Management Personnel as specified in the RFP

n ADA Compliance as specified in the RFP

Provide a preliminary budget jointly developed by the City and Host Committee,

and describe the allocation of costs between the City and the Host Committee. 7The City of Dallas and/or the Host Committee may

utilize the following funding sources (not necessarily

all) for the facilities and services provided:

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The States Major Events Trust Fund applies local and

state gains from sales and use, auto rental, hotel and

alcoholic beverage taxes generated over a 12-month

period from certain major sporting championships or

events to pay costs incurred from hosting the event. Large

and well-attended events have previously been funded,

including the 2004 Super Bowl and the 2014 NCAA

Mens Final Four basketball championships. The trust

fund can be used to pay costs related to preparing for

or conducting the event, including equipment, or to pay

principal and interest on notes used to build or improve

facilities. One hundred percent of allowable expenses can

be funded provided sufficient tax receipts are deposited

in the trust fund. The Republican National Convention is

an approved event eligible for the Major Event Trust Fund.

The funds are available to the host city and disbursable

after the conclusion of the event once all documentation

has been received and audited.

http://texasahead.org/tax_programs/event_fund/metf.php

In support of Dallas effort to be a top 5 destination

for conventions and tourism, the Dallas Tourism Public

Improvement District (DTPID) went into effect in August

2012. The District is made up of hotel properties with 100

or more hotel rooms located in the city limits of Dallas.

These properties pay a 2% assessment on their

occupied rooms for the purpose of generating funds to

market and promote Dallas as a convention and tourism

destination. The initial term for the DTPID is five years and

will bring in $10 million per year in support of its mission.

A board of directors consisting of participating DTPID

hoteliers direct the use of all funds generated. The City

of Dallas authorized the creation of the District and must

annually approve a budget. The board has contracted

with the City to collect the funds and with the Dallas

Convention & Visitors Bureau to administer the programs

and use of funds.

http://www.dtpid.com

Describe the sources of funding for the facilities and services to be provided

by the City and/or Host Committee pursuant to the basic requirements,

including the nature of any governmental or legislative actions required to

authorize such funding.

In the past, we also created a hotel room night assessment

(rebate) that would generate additional funding primarily

utilized to offset large components of convention expense.

In the Dallas community, we often refer to this as the

Strategic Dallas Alliance (SDA).

A significant portion of the Host Committee charter will

be fundraising from the private community. Dallas has a

strong history of civic and political giving and philanthropy.

The Committee will be responsible for the aggressive

solicitation of private funds from the local, regional, state

and as appropriate, international sources. We are confident

in our ability to raise a significant portion of the required

funds through this channel.

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8Describe the sources of funding for the facilities and services to be provided

by the Host Committee pursuant to the Basic Requirements.

A significant portion of the Host Committee charter

will be fundraising from the private community.

Dallas has a strong history of civic and political

giving and philanthropy. The Committee will be

responsible for the aggressive solicitation of

private funds from the local, regional, state and

as appropriate, international sources. We are

confident in our ability to raise a significant portion

of the required funds through this channel.

9Describe the fundraising plan, including a timetable for public and private

monies raised, as outlined in the Basic Requirements.

Dallas is excited to host the Republican

National Convention in 2016 and, based on the

commitment level of the city and those on the host

committee, is well-positioned to accommodate the

Conventions needs from a logistical, experiential

and financial perspective. As stated in previous

questions, Dallas and the host committee are

prepared to raise the funds necessary to meet

the RFP requirements and to ensure a successful

convention. Specifically, funds will be raised from

the sources discussed in Questions #7 and #8 to

secure the $60 million estimated budget. Based

on previous fundraising activities, it is estimated

that certain funds would become immediately

available while other funds would be raised up

until the actual convention. In addition to cash

contributions, it is expected that local support for

the event could lead to significant discounts and

in-kind contributions to offset expenses associated

with hosting.

Once Dallas has been selected as the host city, $1 million in

seed money could become immediately available from the

local hospitality community. These funds would allow the host

committee to hire professional staff to start the fund raising

effort in earnest. They would also allow the host committee

to partner with a local bank to secure the necessary letter

of credit. Within the first year of operation it is expected that

the host committee could raise approximately $3 million from

private sources (local individual and corporate contributions as

explained in Question #8). In the second year of operation, it is

expected that the host committee could raise an additional

$9 million from private sources. At this time the host committee

could also secure approval from the state for upwards of

$17 million from the Major Event Trust Fund. In the final

12 months leading up to the convention, the host committee

would leverage the build up to secure the remaining $30 million

from private sources.

While the budget and timetable for fundraising are estimated,

we are confident that Dallas and the host committee can meet

or exceed the requirements of this RFP. Dallas is a premier

leisure and meetings destination; it has been at the forefront

of economic recovery for the county over the past several

years; and the entrepreneurial spirit of its leadership can only

lead to success.

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31% Private In-Kind Contributions

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10Describe with particularity those facilities identified in Section IV(B) of the Basic Requirements. Include

blueprints or other schematic drawings of each of these facilities. The descriptions should include, but

not be limited to the following matters:

Given the size and scope of the Convention, our BIG

venue choice for the 2016 RNC is the American Airlines

Center. We believe its functionality, format, date options,

logistical coordination and inherent amenities make it

the best possible option.

Why American Airlines Center?

n AAC is a world-class and new generation Arena venue that is intentionally designed to hold events such as the RNC 2016 Convention

n Sky boxes, suites, VIP suites and F/B concessions are well integrated

n Fully integrated audio, light, rigging, staging and video production capabilities

n Better availability and flexibility minimum 3 week move-in (could be additional days/weeks based on Dallas Stars/Mavericks play-off schedule in 2016)

n Integrated DART (light rail) station at venue

n Vibrant business community, restaurant scene, Victory Plaza, Uptown/McKinney entertainment districts

n Robust surrounding hotel package as well as mass transportation capacity and infrastructure

In the event this option does not work, we have made available information regarding the

Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas in the Addendum.

American Airlines Center 2500 Victory Avenue

Dallas, Texas

all inClusive DaTes:June 25 August 1, 2016

Could be additional days/weeks based on AAC Play-Off

schedule in 2016.

TaRgeTeD RnC evenT DaTes:July 18-21, 2016

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Architecture and Design

Principal design work of the American Airlines

Center was created by David M. Schwarz/

Architectural Services of Washington D.C.

and HKS, Inc. The American Airlines Center is

considered to be one of the premier sports and

entertainment spaces in the United States. The

facility itself features a conservative, traditional

design with sweeping brick faades and smooth

arches. The roof structure is supported on four

corners, but it spans 150,000 square feet, and

the columns of the roof are tied together with

steel rods to resist the force generated by the

weight of the roof. The arena has been graced

with a number of awards. The exterior of the

building is brick, limestone and granite. There are

four entrances into the building, and an outdoor

balcony on both the north and south ends. the

platinum level is open to a breathtaking view of

downtown Dallas.

Closer to the Action

The interior includes sophisticated retractable

seating, public art and a state-of-the-art

technological arena. The retractable seating

brings the bowl in closer to the action, allowing

fans a more intimate experience and exceptional

sight lines. Recently, the American Airlines Center

upgraded the fan experience with a 1080 HD

center scoreboard and multi-zone special effects

audio system. Inside of the arena, the concourses

are lined with crown molding. There are eight

(8) terazzo mosaics (4 hockey & 4 basketball)

designed by world-renowned artist David Griggs.

The mosaics feature Zinc Inlays and can be seen

from all five levels in each of the arena rotundas.

While the ceiling depicts the world continents,

another visually stunning location is the American

Airlines Lobby. A collection of aircraft models from

every aircraft over the history of American Airlines

hangs from the ceiling. Materials to build the

models came from the actual material used in the

construction of the original aircraft. A DC-3 model

plane is one of the original in the fleet, bought

from the Army Air Corp in 1945 for about $37,000.

These models cost in excess of $64,000 to build.

AT&T Plaza

On the south side of the Center is the AT&T Plaza.

It is a popular gathering place that is home to an

outdoor, high-definition video screen and hosts

many other spectacular outdoor events and

entertainment. International artist Athena Tacha

designed the fountains as a centerpiece of the

plaza walkway, as they celebrate the vitality of city

life in Dallas. The fountains consist of spinning

starburst patterns that interlock with each other

producing an artistic water display.

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Performer Room 1A 11 14 x 17 Can be combined with Perf 1B

Performer Room 1B 14 x 17 Can be combined with Perf 1A

Performer Room 2A 17 x 17 Can be combined with Perf 2B

Performer Room 2B 14 x 17 Can be combined with Perf 2A

Auxiliary Room 1 17 x 21 Can be combined with Aux 2




Media Dining 55 x 55

Lounge 13 x 24

Johnnie Walker 41 x 63

NBA Officials Locker Room 18 x 14

NHL Officials Locker Room 12 x 18

NBA Visiting Locker Room 35 x 14

NBA Visiting Coachs Office 10 x 12 Located inside NBA Visiting Locker Room

NHL Visiting Locker Room 35 x 16

NHL Visiting Coachs Office 10 x 12 Located inside NHL Visiting Locker Room

Interview Room 1 50 x 26



Gentleman Jack Club 3,400 sq. ft.

Gentleman Jack Parlor 400 sq. ft. Located inside Gentleman Jack

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Jack Daniels Old #7 Club 3,500

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Audi Club 6,000

Breakaways 3,500

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Admiral Room 1 1,116 Can be combined with AD 2 and/or 3

Admiral Room 2 351 Can be combined with AD1 and/or 3

Admiral Room 3 429 Can be combined with AD1 and/or 2

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Dr. Pepper Fan Zone 1,500

El Jimador 1,300

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Means of access. American Airlines Center has four main entrances where the general attendee may enter plus two VIP-type entrances that are all on street level.

All production related traffic would enter through the loading dock, which is

underground on the Southwest corner of the venue. Please see concourse

level diagrams.

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Exact location of all the facilities in relation

to the Main Convention Area.

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Location and size of all open space, both within and

surrounding the facilities, noting in particular the

open space under the ownership, management or

control of the facilities.

AT&T Plaza is a 12,000-square-foot plaza located

on the south end of the venue. Diagram of plaza

is below. Parking Lot E is a 268,250-square-foot

parking lot on the Northwest side of the venue that

would be utilized for Ancillary Convention Space. Lot

H is a 70,500-square-foot parking lot on the North

side of the venue that would be utilized for Ancillary

Convention Space. Lot G is a 44,000-square-foot

parking lot located on the East side of the venue that

would be utilized for Ancillary Convention Space.

Lot A is a 34,000-square-foot space on the West

side of the venue that would be utilized for Ancillary

Convention Space. See diagrams of this space.

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Moveable and temporary walls.

Ceiling heights and strengths, including

maximum load capacities and lift points.

Moveable walls only in lower level rooms and Admiral Meeting rooms.

Ceiling height is 120 to 125 in center of arena bowl. See load capacities

and lift points.

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Presence of pillars. No pillars in arena viewing bowl.

The location of all utility lines and outlets,

including power, telephone, and hot and

cold running water.

Services available in the corners of the 4 quadrants of the arena on

the Event level.

Floor strength and previous

maximum loads.

The ice floor is 350 PSF.

Heating, ventilation, and

air-conditioning systems.

HVAC systems are as follows:

n Ice Plant: 300 tons

n Building: 4200 tons cooling capacity

n Arena Only Airflow: 340,000 cfm

n Arena Reheat: 8 million BTU/h

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Identification of delivery docks, service areas,

and Parking Facilities. Location and size of

load-in doors to the Main Convention space and

construction area should also be provided.

See diagrams for delivery docks, service areas.

Size of load-in doors Width x Height in inches:

n 142 x 117 North Dock Door

n 241 x 158 Zamboni Tunnel Door

n 154 x 185 Elephant Door

n 128 x 127 South Dock (north)

n 112 x 150 South Dock (south)(not used)

n 438 x 177 Main Dock

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Concessions Locations

Bar 123

BBQ 121

Beer 101-124

Carvery 120

Chicken Tenders 106, 114, 118, 124

Community Coffee 101, 102, 104-108, 111-114, 116-124

Frozen Margaritas 105, 108, 111, 117, 119, 120

Frozen Yogurt 107

Gluten Free 101, 104, 105, 112, 113, 116, 123

Hamburger 106, 108, 114, 118, 120, 124

Hot Dog 101, 104, 106, 109, 112, 114, 116, 118, 121

Ice Cream 107, 111, 119

Nachos 101, 104, 105, 109, 112, 113, 116, 117, 121, 123

Nutty Bavarian 110

Peanuts 101, 102, 104, 106-109, 111-114, 116, 118-121, 123, 124

Pizza 102, 107, 111, 119

Popcorn 101, 104, 106, 112, 113, 116, 118, 123, 124

Pretzels 101, 104, 112, 113, 116, 123

Slurpee 109, 121

Taco Bueno 105, 117

Wine 101, 102, 104-124

Specialty Food & Beverage

Eighteen 76 Northeast Plaza

Jack Daniels Old No. 7 Bar Southeast Plaza

Market To Go West Plaza

Pira Southwest Plaza

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The location of all utility lines and outlets,

including power, telephone, and hot and

cold running water.

American Airlines Center has a long-term, exclusive agreement with Levy

Restaurants to provide food and beverage services in the general attendee

areas of the arena including suites, clubs, and restaurants. The Arena has

39 total concession stands totaling 129 points of sale that offers a wide variety

of foods, snacks, ice cream and beverages. Concession sales are offered on

all three public levels as detailed on the Concession Location diagrams.

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Bar 203, 208, 213, 214, 219, 224

Beer 204, 208, 213, 214, 219, 224

Frozen Margaritas 214

Frozen Yogurt 107

Gluten Free Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Hamburger Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Hot Dog Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Nachos North, Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Pizza North Platinum

Popcorn Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Pretzels Northeast & Northwest Platinum

Wine 204, 208, 213, 214, 219, 224

Concessions Locations

Bar 331

Beer 301, 302, 307, 308, 310, 312, 317, 318,

324, 326, 329, 334

Chicken Tenders 310, 326

Community Coffee 301, 302, 307, 310, 312, 317,

318, 324, 326, 329, 334

Frozen Margaritas 308, 327

Frozen Yogurt 319, 326, 334

Hamburger 310, 326

Hot Dog 301, 302, 307, 310, 317-319, 324, 326

Nachos 301, 302, 307, 317-319, 324, 334

Nutty Bavarian 310

Peanuts 301, 302, 307, 308, 310, 312, 317,

318, 324

Pizza 312, 329

Popcorn 301, 307, 310, 317, 318, 324, 326

Wine 301


Audi Club South Platinum

Burrito Bar North Platinum

Chef Corner Northwest & Northeast Platinum

Market To Go Northeast Platinum

Pinnacle Bar North Platinum

Platinum Market Northeast Platinum

Red Bull Bar Northwest Platinum

Remy Bar Northeast Platinum

Taste Of Italy North Platinum

Gallo Wine Press Northwest Platinum


Dr Pepper Lounge Southwest Terrace

El Jimador Tequila Bar Southeast Terrace

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First aid facilities. American Airlines Center has two permanent first aid facilities that are manned by off-duty Dallas Fire & Rescue Paramedics during events. One facility is

located on the N/W corner of the Plaza Concourse and the 2nd facility is

located on the West side of the Terrace level of the venue. See level diagrams

shown below.

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Restroom Facilities. American Airlines Center has 60 restrooms with one Mens, one Womens and one Family restroom located in each quadrant on each level. These restrooms

total 104 Mens stalls, 285 Womens stalls and 20 Family stalls, plus 273

urinals. See level diagrams shown below.

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in the Center of it all.

1. Victory Park: American Airlines Center is the beating heart

of this chic entertainment district. The area features upscale

restaurants, high-end boutiques and hotels, and exciting

venues such as House of Blues and the Hard Rock Caf.

2. Uptown: This entertainment district is centrally located and

offers more than 100 restaurants, two shopping areas, eight

boutique hotels and B&B, and a free trolley line (McKinney

Avenue Trolley) that transports visitors to and from the Uptown

area and the Arts District.

3. West Village: The shopping mecca is filled with high-end

restaurants, trendy lounges and bars along with art galleries,

a movie theater and luxury spas, all located in a beautifully

scenic and walkable neighborhood.

4. Design District: This cutting edge neighborhood boasts

renowned art galleries, world-famous interior design studios

and showrooms, and is a growing hub of contemporary and

innovative restaurants like the nationally recognized FT33 and

its chef, Matt McCallister.

5. Dallas Arts District: The largest urban arts district in the

United States, this 68-acre, 19-block area is filled with Pritzker

Prize-winning architecture, several impressive and top-tier art

museums, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, the

AT&T Performing Arts Center, Klyde Warren Parkthe 5.2-acre

urban deck park, and much more.

6. Klyde Warren Park: Located atop Woodall Rodgers

Freeway, Klyde Warren Park is lush green space with lots of

activity, including lawn games, an outdoor library, free Wi-Fi,

concert stage, two restaurants, food trucks, childrens play

area and a dog park.

7. Nasher Sculpture Center: The Nasher Sculpture Center

is home to one of the finest collections of modern and

contemporary sculptures in the world. The Center, which was

designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, is

located on a 2-acre spot in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.

8. Perot Museum of Nature and Science: Five floors house

11 permanent exhibit halls pertaining to natural history and

science, containing state-of-the-art video and 3-D computer

animation with thrilling, life-like simulations where visitors can

exercise their brains through hands-on activities, interactive

kiosks and educational games.

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9. Crescent Court: Among one of the most luxurious hotels

in the city (Rosewood Crescent Hotel), Crescent Court is a

bevy of upscale boutiques and restaurants, including Stanley

Korshak, Wisby-Smith Fine Art, Nobu, Palomino and more.

10. Trinity Groves: The 15-acre restaurant, retail, artist

and entertainment destination is located at the base of the

Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in West Dallas. Central to Trinity

Groves is the restaurant incubator program, which encourages

chefs and restaurateurs to create and present unique

restaurant concepts to the public.

11. Dallas Farmers Market: One of the largest open-air markets

in the country, the Dallas Farmers market was established in

1941 and is recognized nationally as a true farmers market where

farmers sell their crops directly to the customers.

12. Dallas City Hall: Designed by internationally renowned

architect I.M. Pei, this building is the hub of city government

and hosts numerous festivals and special events at its

broad plaza.

13. Deep Ellum: One of liveliest nightspots in all of Dallas

with a rich historical past. Deep Ellum is 277 acres of

eclectic venues, including live music venues, residents, bars,

restaurants, tattoo shops and more.

14. Neiman Marcus flagship store: The flagship Neiman

Marcus in Downtown set the standard for fashion and

elegance since its grand opening in the early 1900s. Its

location on Main Street has remained since 1914.

15. South Side on Lamar: The South Side on Lamar

community, located in and around the old Sears, Roebuck

& Co. building near KBHCC, is made up of a myriad of art

galleries, studios, shops and residences, along with three

behemoth music venuesGilleys Dallas, Palladium Ballroom

and Southside Ballroom.

16. Main Street in Downtown: Downtowns main drag

maintains a considerable crowd in the evenings as well as the

daytime, drawing visitors and residents from all over for dining,

bars and clubs, shopping and relaxation.

17. Main Street Garden: Located on the most popular street

in Downtown, the Main Street Garden is a contemporary green

space for people and their furry friends, and is the location of

frequent special events and yearly festivals.

18. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza: Located

in the former Texas School Book Depository, the museum

presents the social and political landscape of the early

1960s, chronicles President Kennedys assassination and its

aftermath, and reflects upon his lasting impact on our country

and world.

19. Pioneer Plaza: The Plaza commemorates Dallas

beginnings by celebrating the trails that brought settlers to

Dallas. The site features native plants and trees and a flowing

stream in a natural setting and a re-creation of a cattle drive

in bronze with longhorn steers being driven by three cowboys

on horses. Each piece of bronze art was created by artist

Robert Summers.

20. JFK Memorial: The John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial is

a monument in Downtown erected in 1970, and designed by

noted architect Philip Johnson, that lends itself to reflection of

JFKs life and legacy.

21. John Neely Bryan Cabin: This small log structure is a

reconstructed model of the home and trading post erected in

1841 by Dallas founder John Neely Bryan.

22. Founders Plaza: The open park area includes the Old

Red Courthouse, John Neely Bryan Cabin, the JFK Memorial

and a terrazzo map of Dallas County in the 1800s.

23. Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture:

Located in the 1892 Dallas County Courthouse, the museum tells

the story of Dallas County from prehistoric times through J.R.

Ewing and beyond. Featuring historic artifacts, photographs, one

of the only hands-on history galleries in the U.S.

24. West End Historic District/Dallas World Aquarium: The

West End Historic District is perhaps the oldest neighborhood

in the city. Fifty-five acres of its warehouses have been

transformed into museums, restaurants and retail. Visit Wild

Bills Western Store for authentic Texas gear, take a carriage

ride down the cobblestone streets, or dine at one of the many

family-friendly, down-home locales. The Dallas World Aquarium

in the West End is where visitors can descend into a South

American rainforest filled with monkeys, toucans, otters and

crocodiles. Wrasses, clownfish, stingrays and rare Leafy

Seadragons are only a few of the intriguing marine life to be

seen in the aquarium.

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11Describe the seating facilities available in the Main Convention Area, including the number of permanent seats, the number of

temporary seats, and the type of available chairs, including the dimension of each type of seat, the existence of upholstery, the

existence of armrests, and the color scheme. Describe the City and/or Host Committees general plan for providing the seating

specified in Section V(A) of the Basic Requirements.

All permanent seats (18,225) in American Airlines

Center are cushioned, upholstered seats with

fold-down seat bottoms. Suite seats have black

leather upholstery. The seats vary in dimension

from 18 to 22 in width depending on the seating

level. Lower and Upper level seats range from

18 to 20 in width. Platinum and Suite seats are

22 wide. Telescopic seating on the lower level

are 20 wide.

All permanent and telescopic seating have

armrests, however currently folding temporary

seats do not have armrests. The color scheme of

all permanent and telescopic seats are grey with a

dark grey chair-back and seat-bottom. Temporary

folding chairs (2,500) have a black chair frame

with grey upholstered seats on bottom and back.

The dimensions of each seat type for American Airlines Center

varies from 18 to 22 and are as follows:

Platinum: 22

Suites: 22

Lower Bowl: 20

Terrace: 20

Hussey: 20

Irwin Telescopic: 20

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Sample Layout Delegates

Alternates

Writing Press Platform

Camera Platforms (Center; Right and Left Side 8 X 16 each)

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12Describe the seating and other facilities available with respect to the Ancillary Convention Function

Rooms as specified in Section V(B) of the Basic Requirements.

While the AAC has many advantages with

respect to being a world-class arena with

extensive functionality and design, the extensive

RNC space requirements (as outlined in the

basic requirements) could possibly require

the deployment of temporary structures to

accommodate the Ancillary Convention Rooms

(75,000 square feet).

If a temporary structure at AAC is deemed non-exceptable, a

secondary option identified is the Hilton Anatole hotel located

only 1.35 miles from the American Airlines Center. This option

features more than 300,000 square feet of newly renovated

meeting space, including 11 ballrooms and 79 meeting rooms.

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Carpenter Bal l room 86 31 4,557 18 240 330 36 4 160

Cooper 29 17 493 9 40 53 57 29 26 30 25

Stemmons Bal l room 107 113 8, 312 20 660 765 923 566 106 108 102

Stemmons Bal l room A or C 74 36 1,960 20 140 180 217 126 52 54 48

Stemmons Bal l room B 77 40 3,095 20 240 300 343 198 6 4 78 66

Stemmons Bal l room D (accessed v ia B) 31 42 1, 297 16 130 175 144 112 34 54 42

Stemmons Bal l room B and D 107 40 4, 392 20 380 500 488 344 100 114 102

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Bat ik 57 29 1,653 9 120 172 190 90 56 60 56

Bat ik A or B 28 29 812 9 60 91 93 49 28 36 29

Cardinal 57 29 1,653 9 120 172 190 90 56 60 56

Cardinal A or B 28 29 812 9 60 91 93 49 28 36 29

Dardanel les 30 23 690 9 60 77 79 42 28 30 24THIRD LEVEL

Khmer Bal l room 139 118 16,402 22 1,500 1,860 1,885 1,080ATRIUM I I : LOBBY LEVEL

Conference Registrat ion 1, 390

Cherry B lossom 12 36 432 12 24

Grand Bal l room Foyer 100 58 5,892 9 287

Grand Bal l room 100 174 17,400 18 1,600 1,900 2,000 1, 302

Grand Bal l room A 50 40 2,000 18 160 205 230 126

Grand Bal l room B 60 50 3,000 18 250 351 345 187

Grand Bal l room C 100 50 5,000 18 450 552 575 318

Grand Bal l room D 74 50 3,700 18 320 416 425 225

Grand Bal l room E 74 50 3,700 18 310 385 425 219

Plum Blossom 56 36 2,016 9 150 225 200 132 48 60 50

Plum Blossom A or B 28 36 1,008 9 74 112 100 66 24 30 25MEZZANINE LEVEL

Edelweiss 28 28 784 9 60 80 90 50 28 36 27

Fleur-de- l is 58 27 1,566 9 120 166 180 92 56 60 56

Fleur-de- l is A or B 29 27 783 9 60 92 90 49 28 36 29

Inverness 28 19 532 9 50 63 60 36 26 30 24

Lal ique 30 27 810 9 70 95 93 50 28 38 29

Obel isk 57 49 2,793 9 220 250 321 146 46 59 45

Obel isk A or B 49 28 1, 372 9 110 170 158 86 46 56 45

Per idot 28 22 616 9 40 6 4 60 36 26 30 25

Rosetta 49 25 1, 225 9 100 144 141 73 46 56 46

Steuben 29 27 783 9 60 90 90 48 24 36 24

Traver t ine 28 27 756 9 60 90 87 48 24 36 24

Wyeth 43 27 1,161 9 90 128 133 78 36 42 36

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Chanti l ly Foyer 73 147 9,555 1,100

Chanti l ly Bal l room 142 200 28,400 30 2,660 3, 260 3, 26 4 1,932

Chanti l ly East 142 120 17,040 30 1,560 1,922 1,959 1,170

Chanti l ly West 142 80 11, 360 30 1,040 1, 302 1, 305 780

Coral 53 29 1,537 12 130 180 177 100 46 60 40

Emerald 58 28 1,624 12 140 190 187 120 52 66 40

Governors Lecture Hal l 2 ,585 165 165 Fixed Seating

Opal 28 15 420 12 30 42 48 27 22 24 14

Ruby 28 15 420 12 30 42 48 27 22 24 14

Sapphire 58 29 1,682 12 150 200 213 110 52 68 56

Senators Lecture Hal l 2 ,708 165 165 Fixed Seating

Topaz 6 4 29 1,856 12 170 216 213 132 58 72

Wedgwood Foyer 87 27 2,160 15 250

Wedgwood Room 84 55 4,620 17 400 480 531 300MEZZANINE LEVEL

Madrid 34 29 986 12 70 106 113 66 30 42 30

Malta 23 20 460 12 Board Table 10

Manchester 34 29 986 12 70 106 113 66 30 42 30

Metropol i tan Bal l room 57 49 2,793 12 190 300 288 162 60 84 54

Milan 29 23 667 12 50 72 77 42 24 36 20

Ming 29 23 6 44 12 50 72 74 42 24 36 20

Miro 59 29 1,7 11 12 150 200 197 120 54 66 54

Monet Bal l room 57 57 3, 249 12 300 332 350 195 60 90 56

Monte Car lo 44 33 1,452 12 40

Morocco 56 28 1,568 12 140 184 180 108 50 66 32

Tower Mezzanine Prefunct ion 12,87 1WEST WING

Coronado Bal l room 87 86 7,428 18 600 765 765 495

Coronado Bal l room A 86 43 3,698 18 300 370 370 225 60

Coronado Bal l room B 43 30 1, 290 18 100 130 130 84 36 35 24

Coronado Bal l room C 43 29 1, 247 18 100 130 130 84 36 35 24

Coronado Bal l room D 43 28 1204 18 100 130 130 84 36 35 24

Cor tez Bal l room 101 66 6,666 15 540 675 675 432

Cor tez Bal l room A or B 47 33 1,551 15 120 160 160 96 36 45 30

Cor tez Bal l room C or D 44 33 1,452 15 120 145 145 92 36 45 30

De La Sal le 43 35 1,505 14 120 145 145 84 36 45 30

De Soto 46 49 2, 254 14 160 240 240 128 50 60 40

De Soto A or B 46 24 1,104 14 80 120 120 70 22 30 20

Peacock Terrace 88 58 4 , 293 14 250 220 350 120 55 56 40

West Wing Foyer 58 36 2,088 12 240TRINITY COMPLEX 10x10s

Combined 128,595 597

Tr inity Prefunct ion 210 45 10,5 9 5 17

Tr inity Bal l room 375 120 45,000 25 3,900 4,740 5, 250 3,000 257

Tr inity Exhibit Hal l 460 165 73,000 18 340VERANDAH CLUB

Library 24 15 360 12 Board Table 12

Park View 56 52 2,780 12 220 108 320 92 44 52 40

Pony Lounge 28 27 756 12 50 84 85 45 22 36

Shelbourne 57 27 1,536 12 130 168 175 90 52 66 42

Stuar t 31 16 496 12 40 48 55 30 28 36 3027TH FLOOR

Bear & Dr iver 27 16 432 14 Board Table 14

Comet 44 32 980 14 60 81 100 6 4 24 34

Continental 26 22 572 14 40 54 50 28 14 28

Crosley 26 22 572 14 40 54 50 28 14 28

Westcott 44 32 980 14 60 81 100 6 4 24 34

Unique design, hospitality and styleAs part of our hotel-wide renovation, our meeting spaces have been updated with state-of-the-art presentation technologies, carpet, furnishings and artwork. A new Executive Lounge with panoramic views of the Dallas skyline was added. The 45-acre campus including our outdoor Anatole Sculpture Park gives attendees plenty of room to celebrate a wedding, network with peers or reflect on the business at hand.

Whether large or small, business or pleasure, we provide the perfect venue for any event.

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Coronado Ballroom 7,482ft 2

Cortez Ballroom 6,666ft 2

Wedgwood Ballroom 4,620ft 2

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Prefunction Area 10,600ft 2

Trinity Exhibit Hall 73,000ft 2

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13Describe the current lighting system in the Main Convention Area. Attach a

professional engineering report covering such system, if currently available.

Lighting systems are as follows:

Basketball Lighting

156 Sterner AP2-100MH-RN-277-YK-SH-FS-IB-SC-LP-

AL Shuttered

Horizontal Foot Candles (Average) 240

Vertical Foot Candles (Average) 140

Hockey Lighting

214 - Sterner AP2-100MH-RN-277-YK-SH-FS-IB-SC-LP-

AL Shuttered

Horizontal Foot Candles (Average) 270

Vertical Foot Candles (Average) 150

House Lights

88 ASL-900Q-RM-277-YK-IB-SC-LP Dimmable

20 AEM-RM-277-TK-IB-SC-LP Dimmable

Foot Candles (Average) Seating 11FC Arena Floor 17FC

14Describe the current sound system serving the Main Convention Area. Attach

a professional engineering report covering such system, if currently available.

Describe how the backup sound system referred to in Section V(E) of the

Basic Requirements would be provided.

The American Airlines Center arena PA system

is comprised of 60 JBL VLA901 Cabinets.

Configured in 6 columns of 10 cabinets each, the

bottom of each cabinet is approximately 75 feet

off the AAC floor, and covers all of the seating

in the lower bowl, the suites, and the first rows of

the upper bowl.

Sound coverage for the remaining areas of the

upper bowl is segmented into 34 separate delay

zones. Four columns of subwoofers can be

found behind the corner arrays and are set in a

cardoid pattern to help steer the low frequencies

off the arena floor to allow for higher SPL levels

during hockey and basketball, without impacting

the requirements of television broadcasters. There

are also Control 26 ceiling speakers found in

many of the arena suites to help re-enforce the

speech frequencies for patrons enjoying things

from luxury boxes.

Driving the new system is a mixture of Crown

MA5000I and MA9000I, as well as the new DCI

series amplifiers. System processing is handled by

a BSS audio network with all software written and

controlled by AAC engineering staff, utilizing both

the BSS Blu-link and AVB transport protocols.

Control for the new system is achieved through

a private Ethernet network that is also exclusively

controlled by AAC engineering staff.

While no exact tests have been run, we can easily

achieve SPL of 110-115 (c weight slow) depending

on the musical content driving the system at the

time. One additional feature of note as it pertains

to the PA is not found in the technology, but

in the construction of the room as during the

initial construction of the building a great deal of

attention was paid to the acoustics of the main

arena bowl, resulting in sound that does not have

the reverberation and echo that is found in many

other venues of this type.

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15Describe the current telecommunications system covering all Leased Facilities, including but not limited to the total capacity,

distribution systems, space capacity, closed circuit television, and radio and paging systems. Attach a professional engineering

report covering such system, if currently available. Describe the City and/or Host Committees general plan for providing the

telecommunication system specified in V(H).

The radio system has six channels on repeaters,

in a trunked system. 350 radios operate on the

system, and the system is maxed out.

The telecommunications systems are as follows:

Switched Lines

Nortel/Avaya CS1000M Digital PBX

1455 port Total Capacity (455 digital ports, 800 analog

ports, 200 Trunk ports)

Distribution via copper to 32 IDF locations terminating to

110 blocks

Non Switched Lines

100 POTS ATT

30 ISDN ATT

Distribution via copper to 32 IDF locations terminating to

110 blocks

Data and Internet

HP E8200 LAN Switch 72 optical ports

Multimode optical fiber to 30 IDFs

52 Avaya Baystack 5510 48 port gigabit Managed

Switches

Total Switch Port Capacity 2500

Cat 5E to the edge

PaloAlto 3020 Firewall

ATT 250Mbs Ethernet Circuit

Cisco 3900 Managed Gateway

Cellular

ATT 317 DAS 4G LTE

Verizon 24 DAS 4G LTE

T- Mobile 48 DAS 4G LTE

Wi-Fi

2 Cisco 6505 ELAN LAN Switch

2 Aruba Networks Model 6000 WIFI network Controllers

Optical Fiber to 30 IDFs

Cisco Catalyst 3500 16 port 1Gbs managed switches

Cat 6 to the access points

317 Aruba Networks model 134/135 dual band access points

(a,b,g,n)

ATT 150 Mbs Ethernet Circuit

Cisco Managed Gateway

System is owned and operated by ATT

16Describe any plans to undertake the studies

described in sections V(A)(6), (V)(C)(1)(h) and V(E)(4),

if required.

The City of Dallas and the American Airlines Center agree to meet requirements, as well as conduct any

studies, necessary prior to the selection of Dallas.

Interior of AAC concourse.

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17Describe the existing electrical facility serving the complex and outline the means by which the City and/or Host Committee plans

to provide the necessary primary and backup electrical power to the Convention. Particular emphasis should be placed upon the

integrity of the system that will supply the Main Convention Area and the news media working area.

North Power Vault :

5 4000 Amp 480/277 Volt Services

South Power Vault :

3 4000 Amp 480/277 Volt Services

SHOW POWER

Stage Right Show Power:

2 500 KVA Services 120/208 Volts, Each with 1- 200

Amp, 1- 400 Amp, 1- 600 Amp and 1- 800 Amp 120/208

Fused Disconnect equipped with sets of 400 Amp A

Tampered Female Cam-Locks (2 SETS ON THE 600 AMP

AND 800 AMP)

Stage Left Show Power Room:





AND 800 AMP)

Front of House Stage Left Show Power Room:





AND 800 AMP)

Center House Stage Right Show Power:

1 200 AMP 120/208 VOLT FUSED DISCONNECT w/ set

of 400 Amp A Tampered Female Cam-Lock



1 60 AMP 120/208 VOLT FUSED DISCONNECT w/ set of

400 Amp A Tampered Female Cam-Lock

Center House Stage Left Show Power:



1 60 AMP 120/208 VOLT 5 Wire Pin and Sleeve

Disconnect.

Catwalk Show Power:

North Catwalk:

1 600 AMP 120/208 VOLT FUSED DISCONNECT w/ 2

set of 400 Amp A Tampered Female Cam-Lock

South Catwalk:



Center Catwalk:





Dock Power:



18Describe the existing arrangements with respect to the provision of food and beverage services serving the Main Convention Area

and the other Leased Facilities. Please also describe the existence of any exclusive contracts with respect to the provision of such in

Leased Facilities. Identify the steps that will be taken to obtain releases from such exclusive contracts and to meet the requirements of

sections V(M)1 and V(M)(4) with respect to food and beverage services if the City is selected to be Site for the Convention.

American Airlines Center has a long-term,

exclusive agreement with Levy Restaurants to

provide food and beverage services in the

general attendee areas of the arena, including

suites, clubs and restaurants.

Levy Restaurants is the preferred caterer of the

arena, but catering for back of house, VIP rooms

and non-general attendee areas can be serviced

by an outside caterer.

Ancillary Convention space, Convention Office

space and Media Work space may be serviced

by an outside caterer.

Food and beverage photo needed

here, if available.

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19Describe the existing contracts with custodial personnel and a description of

what if any division of labor exists for custodial jobs within the facilities.

American Airlines Center has a preferred

agreement with Elite Building Services for

all custodial services, casual labor and

landscaping services. Casual labor services

applies to only venue-specific labor and does

not apply to event-specific labor needs.

Interior of AAC concourse.

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20Describe the nature and location of the Parking Facilities proposed to be provided pursuant to sections

IV(B)(5) and IV(C)(3) of the Basic Requirements. In addition, describe the existence of any exclusive

contracts with respect to the provision of such in Leased Facilities. Identify the steps that will be taken to

obtain releases from such exclusive contracts if the City is selected to be the site for the Convention.

American Airlines Center owns and manages the

2,000 space Audi Park Garage located on the East

side of the venue. In addition, a new 1,100 space

garage is currently being constructed on the West

side of the venue which will be fully managed by

the venue.

While the AAC has many advantages with respect to being

a world-class arena with extensive functionality and design,

the extensive RNC space requirements (as outlined in the

basic requirements) could possibly require the deployment

of temporary structures to accommodate the Media Work

Space (300,000 square feet), and Ancillary Convention Rooms

(75,000 square feet). The Host Committee will work closely

with the RNC COA on determining the appropriate temporary

structures for these specific requirements. We have proven

experience in coordinating air-conditioned tents, production

trailers and temporary trailer work space to accommodate

media and special event needs. The AAC has several existing

and newly built garages that could be used as the foundation

and infrastructure for this temporary space.

The graphics indicate the accommodation of the required

2,000 parking spaces in the garage and how we might

begin to use the surface lots to accommodate the additional

space requirements.

268,250 SQ FT

1,200 Space Parking GarageBeing Constructed

44,000SQ FT

Possible AncillaryConvention Space

2,000 SpaceAudi ParkingGarage

Possible MediaWork Space

1,200 Space Parking GarageBeing Constructed

Apartment ConstructionSpace Not Available

268,250 SQ FT

Possible AncillaryConvention Space

70,500 SQ FT

Possible AncillaryConstruction Space

Possible MediaWork Space

2,000 SpaceAudi Parking Garage

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21The Dallas Police Department has significant

experience with recent high profile events including

the Super Bowl, NBA All Star game, The 50th JFK

Commemoration as well as the upcoming NCAA

Final Four, and the upcoming U.S. Conference of

Mayors. The City of Dallas Police Department has

an excellent relationship with all state and federal

authorities in coordinating high profile, large scale

events with national media coverage. We have a

state of the art fusion center where police officers

and detectives can monitor events, tap into data

and share information in real time with other law

enforcement agencies and the Department of

Homeland Security. The Dallas Police Department

remains in constant contact with the Secret

Service, Department of Homeland Security,

Federal Bureau of Investigation, Texas Department

of Public Safety and other agencies to prepare,

and plan for major events.

Describe the City and/or Host Committees plan for providing security for the Convention as specified in Section V(N) of the Basic

Requirements. Include numbers of police officers and other state and local security personnel available for employment for this

purpose throughout the Convention Period. Please include a detailed budget consisting of two (2) security plans: one including the

federal grant and a separate plan which does not include the federal grant.

The Dallas Police Department has 3,500 sworn

officers at the ready. A high profile event, such

as this, will require increasing levels of officer

presence, varying each day, typically requiring a

daily need of several hundred officers to police

the interior venues and exterior locations. The

department has mutual aid agreements with other

local law enforcement entities in the Metroplex and

will be able to provide staffing for the Convention.

A budget will be provided as timelines and details

are recognized. The event will require significant

levels of commitment and will be staffed in a

manner that does not disrupt the departments

normal service delivery.

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22Describe the City and/or Host Committees plan for providing the transportation services specified

in Section V(F) of the Basic Requirements, including a proposed plan of ingress and egress using the

amount of vehicles outlined in Section IV(B)(5). Commitment letters from private bus, limousine, and

taxi companies as described in the Basic Requirements should be attached.

Dallas is a major international transportation hub

with three major airports, and a confluence of

major interstate highwaysInterstates 20, 30,

35E, and 45. Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)

is the area public transportation authority,

providing buses, rail, and HOV lanes. The

Downtown area is served by four light rail lines

connecting all major destinations, as well as

taxi and limousine companies.

DaRTAs a federally funded public transportation provider, DART

bus operations are subject to Federal Charter regulations that

govern deployment of bus service. DART is required to give

precedence to private transportation operators for special

movements that might be considered charter services. For

this reason, many of the primary transportation services for

this event would be provided by privately-operated shuttle

buses connecting event venues and major hotels, and

supplemented by regular DART rail and bus infrastructure in

key areas of demand.

DART would leverage its regional bus and rail infrastructure to

support this event. Key elements include light rail, commuter

rail and bus service.

Light Rail Service

DART would operate regular rail service throughout the period.

The system that will be in place for the 2016 event includes

four primary lines:

n Red: Connects Plano, Richardson, North Central Dallas, Downtown, Convention Center, and Oak Cliff

to Westmoreland

n Blue: Connects Rowlett, Garland, Northeast Dallas, Downtown, Convention Center, and Oak Cliff to

Ledbetter. An extension south to the University of

North Texas Dallas campus should open in 2016, but

the final opening date has not been determined yet

n Green: Connects Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Northwest Dallas, Medical District, Victory Park (AAC),

Downtown, Deep Ellum, Fair Park, and Pleasant Grove

n Orange: Connects DFW Airport, Irving, Northwest Dallas, Medical District, Victory Park (AAC),

Downtown, North Central Dallas, Richardson,

and Plano

The Green and Orange Lines serve Victory Station, which is

adjacent to AAC. The Red and Blue Lines serve Convention

Center Station, located directly underneath the Kay Bailey

Hutchison Convention Center Dallas. All four lines converge in

Downtown Dallas.

In addition to regularly scheduled light rail service, DART

would make a series of enhancements to accommodate heavy

passenger activity:

n Each train would operate with the maximum complement of cars (2 or 3, depending upon line)

n We would offer supplemental midday train service in the central area, serving the Convention venue

n Extra trains positioned at DFW Airport for loads of travelers using the Orange Line

n Light rail services would be extended for an additional hour, ending after 1am

Commuter Rail Service

DART and the Fort Worth T jointly operate the Trinity Railway

Express (TRE), a commuter rail line that connects downtown

Dallas with downtown Fort Worth and serves a number of

intermediate stops. The TRE serves Victory Station directly

adjacent to AAC, and customers can reach Convention Center

Station by transferring to light rail service at Union Station.

Bus Service

DART would operate all regular bus services on regular

schedules throughout the event. The DART bus network

includes 135 routes, many offering convenient connections

to rail services. One key route serving both the Convention

Center and American Airlines Center is the D-Link service, a

Monday-Saturday shuttle service connecting both locations

with a range of destinations in Downtown and surrounding

areas. Another important route is Route 524, DARTs primary

service to Love Field for airline passengers using that facility.

Route 524 buses connect directly to light rail service at

Inwood/Love Field Station.

In addition to regularly scheduled bus service, DART would

make several enhancements to accommodate heavy

passenger activity:

n D-Link operations would start earlier in the morning and run later in the evening

n Route 524 buses would be expanded to accommodate heavier passenger loads at Love Field

shuTTle seRviCes Parking facilities will park more than 2,000 cars and more than

300 buses. City of Dallas, preferred transportation companies,

and the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau will work together

to supply any additional information for a specified perio

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