GENERAL INFO
CONFERENCE POLICIES
CONTACT INFORMATION POLICY
When you registered for this event , you agreed that your contact information may be shared with exhibitors and / or sponsors .
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM DISCLAIMER
While AWWA has taken care to ensure the qualifications of speakers , presenters and moderators at this conference , the opinions , comments and other views made by participants in his / her presentation ( s ) are not necessarily those of AWWA nor its officers , directors , planning committee or staff .
PHOTOGRAPHY & INFORMATION RELEASE POLICY
By registering for this event , conference participants agree to allow AWWA to use their likeness in any AWWA-related production or publication , including , but not limited to , emails , social media posts , printed materials , videos and websites . Additionally , participants agree to receive show-related and promotional emails from conference hosts and exhibitors through a third-party distributor . At no time , however , will attendees ’ email addresses be sold or otherwise directly disclosed to exhibitors or conference vendors .
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
AWWA Member Code of Practice prohibits sexual harassment and inappropriate sexual conduct at conferences , seminars and events . Sexual harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances , requests for sexual favors , and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature , including jokes and innuendo . Any person who believes a violation of the Member Code of Practice or other misconduct has occurred should report to the AWWA Director of Human Resources , Deputy Chief Executive Officer or any Presidential Officer . AWWA prohibits retaliation against any AWWA staff , volunteer , member , conference participants or other person for making a complaint under AWWA policy or for assisting in a complaint investigation .
SOCIAL MEDIA , CAMERA , AND CELL PHONE POLICIES
AWWA encourages the use of social media during our conferences and events . We welcome your pictures , quotes , and use of # AWWAACE .
Filming or live streaming of any presentation , session , or Exhibit Hall booth is prohibited without the permission of the presenter or exhibitor . Additionally , if you are unsure about whether it ’ s appropriate to post a picture or quote , please speak with the presenter or exhibitor to request their permission prior to posting . Violation of this policy may result in confiscation of the media and removal from the event . This policy is intended to protect the intellectual property and hard work of both our presenters and exhibitors .
AWWA ’ s conference proceedings will contain all presentations and additional materials provided by the presenters who wish to have their information published .
Attendees are asked to be respectful of their colleagues by turning off or silencing all mobile devices before entering meeting rooms .
TRANSPORTATION
HOTEL SHUTTLE BUS ROUTES
ACE18 shuttle service is provided on a limited schedule between Mandalay Bay Convention Center entrance , Excalibur Hotel , MGM Grand and MGM Signature Hotels , and New York , New York Hotel .
All shuttles board at the end of the Shark Reef Hallway and operate during the following peak times only :
Monday |
8:00 a . m .– 1:00 p . m . and 3:00 – 6:00 p . m . |
Tuesday – Thursday |
7:00 – 10:30 a . m . and 3:00 – 6:00 p . m . |
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Excalibur / New York , New York MGM Grand / MGM Signature
In addition , the hotel ’ s Mandalay Bay Tram service is available between Mandalay Bay , Luxor , and Excalibur . The tram is located in the northeast corner of the casino , past House of Blues , and runs until midnight on weekdays and 2:00 a . m . Thursday – Saturday .
FACILITY TOURS
Pre-registered attendees should gather at the end of the Shark Reef hallway in Mandalay Bay 15 minutes before the departure times below . Hours listed include travel time . Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes on all tours , no sandals .
Please bring a valid photo ID ( driver ’ s license or passport ) along with your badge to board the bus .
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Hoover Dam Tour Wednesday , June 13 | 7:45 a . m .– 12:30 p . m .
Behind the Scenes of the Bellagio Fountain System Wednesday , June 13 | 8:00 a . m .– noon
MGM Sustainability Program at the MGM Grand Hotel Wednesday , June 13 | 8:30 a . m .– noon
Aquatic Life Support Systems of Shark Reef and Mirage Dolphin Habitat Wednesday , June 13 | 8:30 – noon
River Mountains Water Treatment Facility Thursday , June 14 | 7:30 a . m .– noon
Hoover Dam Tour Thursday , June 14 | 7:45 a . m .– 12:30 p . m .
Las Vegas Wash Tour & Clark County Wetlands Park Thursday , June 14 | 8:00 a . m .– 12:30 p . m .
Springs Preserve Behind the Scenes Thursday , June 14 | 8:30 a . m .– noon
Desert Princess Boat Tour at Lake Mead Cruises Thursday , June 14 | 10:30 a . m .– 4:00 p . m .
Las Vegas Wash Tour & Clark County Wetlands Park Wednesday , June 13 | 8:00 a . m .– 12:30 p . m .
Hoover Dam Tour Thursday , June 14 | 8:30 a . m .– 1:30 p . m .
On-site registration is not available for tours .
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