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Time: August 27, 2012 to August 30, 2012
Location: Convention Center
Street: TBD
City/Town: Tampa-St. Petersburg
Website or Map: http://www.gop.com
Phone: 202-863-8500
Event Type: convention
Organized By: Republican National Committee
Latest Activity: Jul 23, 2012

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 12, 2010
CONTACT: Press Office
202-863-8614

RNC SITE SELECTION COMMITTEE TO RECOMMEND TAMPA-ST. PETERSBURG FOR 2012 REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION

WASHINGTON, D.C. –The Republican National Committee today announced that its Site Selection Committee has voted to recommend Tampa-St. Petersburg to host the 2012 Republican National Convention, pending the successful negotiation of the site city agreement. The full RNC will vote on the recommendation at its Summer Meeting in August, 2010. The convention will be held the week of August 27, 2012.

"We are honored and privileged to accept the bid from Tampa, Florida to host the Republican National Convention in 2012. The host committee’s hard work and dedication resulted in a tremendous bid that we are confident will produce a successful event. The Tampa area boasts state-of-the-art facilities, exciting and vibrant downtowns, and a clear enthusiasm from the community to host our convention. We look forward to joining our compatriots in the Sunshine State for our convention in 2012," said RNC Chairman Michael Steele.

“We are very excited to accept Tampa’s bid for the 2012 Republican National Convention. Tampa has put a great deal of effort into showcasing their city and what they have to offer. We are looking forward to a successful convention in Florida,” said Site Selection Committee Chair Holly Hughes.

The Site Selection Committee reviewed bids from three cities: Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Tampa-St. Petersburg and visited each city in March and April.

The committee's decision was based on an independent and objective scorecard that was reviewed thoroughly by committee members. The committee looked at a several factors including the number and proximity of hotels, capacity of the arena to hold the convention, transportation, security, media work space, convention office space, and the ability to finance the operation.

The Site Selection Committee is made up of thirteen RNC members. Two voting members and one alternate member are elected from each of the four regions and Michigan Committeewoman Holly Hughes chairs the committee.

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BE THE FACE OF TAMPA BAY!

The 2012 Tampa Bay Host Committee will recruit, train and manage thousands of volunteers to be the faces of Tampa Bay during the week of the 2012 Republican National Convention. Volunteers will welcome guests at local airports and hotels throughout the area, as well as support Host Committee programs and a variety of events during the year leading up to the convention.

At the time of registration, volunteers will select a one-hour orientation session specific to their volunteer type, but will not select specific shifts. Volunteers will select a timeframe and dates, but will not commit to a specific shift until after they are instructed how to do so at Volunteer Orientation in summer 2012. At orientation, all volunteers will be instructed to sign up for at least two (2) four-hour volunteer shifts. All volunteers will be issued an official Host Committee uniform to wear during their volunteer service. Following the convention, all volunteers will be invited to a celebratory event.

Register now by clicking the “Volunteer Registration” button on the right!

Questions about the Volunteer Program? Click here to read the FAQs.

Volunteer Types and Descriptions

Airport Greeters

Locations: Tampa International and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport
Description: Volunteers will provide a sunny welcome and a helping hand at Tampa International Airport and St. Pete/Clearwater International Airport during the week of the convention. Volunteers will communicate event, transportation, and hospitality information to visitors, plus distribute approved Host Committee publications.

Distribution Center Assistants

Locations: Westshore and Downtown Tampa at Volunteer Headquarters
Description: Volunteers will support the Host Committee at Volunteer Headquarters during the entire month leading up to the convention. Volunteers will assist with uniform distribution for all volunteers, assist with assembling gift bags and packages, communicate with other volunteers daily, and assist with a variety of other office tasks.

Event Set-Up Crew

Location: St. Petersburg
Description: Volunteers will assist the Host Committee with various event preparations during the week of the convention. Volunteers will help move and set up materials. Event Set-Up Crew volunteers will be standing, walking, or moving for the majority of their volunteer shift. Volunt

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