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Title: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on October 20, 2013, 08:49:45 pm
We have collected and reviewed all AMG 2014 Site Location Preferences.  We are following closely the same planning schedule that has been followed for past AMGs and the official voting for voting for location begins...... 

The top 3 destinations have been chosen and are being put forth for any member interested in attending AMG 2014 to vote on. Voting is limited to members only.

Voting will remain open until Friday, November 8, 2013. At 10:30 PM Eastern on that date the location votes will be totaled. The location for AMG 2014 will be announced at 11:00 PM Eastern time.

Please indicate your preference from the following choices. The number in parentheses indicates the number of times the site was listed as a preference. 

Votes are limited to ONE VOTE PER MEMBER and ONE SITE:

           Location               Time of Year Preference

1. NEW ORLEANS, LA (16)         August September

2. SAN DIEGO, CALIF (14)          August, September

3. NEW YORK CITY, NY (09)         August, September


Please keep the above information in mind when casting your vote. You may also indicate a particular week in August or September (while specific times are sometimes subject to hotel availability, this will still give us something to work off of).

Also, try to limit your post to your vote (if you want to put a line or two about why you think it should be held in a certain location from the above selections that is fine - but let's try to keep rationale/reasoning to a minimum and as non-duplicative as possible).  Thanks for your participation.

Some quick stats from site preference selection: The topic received over 3,723 views (this is up by almost a thousand over last year’s 2,349 views); there were 83 replies; 24 site preferences were given (including Ryan Gossling’s butt); and there were 82 location “ticks.”


Make sure to cast your vote for the location of AMG 2014!!

Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Jeff G on October 20, 2013, 08:52:00 pm
New Orleans .
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: darryaz on October 20, 2013, 09:41:34 pm
I'm going to abstain from this vote because all three are places I absolutely LOVE going.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Lou-ah-vull on October 21, 2013, 02:54:17 pm
San Diego

Gary
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Fisher on October 22, 2013, 03:35:36 pm
New Orleans
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: bocker3 on October 22, 2013, 05:17:07 pm
New Orleans

1st week in Aug or last week in Sept (already booked on a cruise from late Aug into early Sept).

Mike
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: mitch777 on October 22, 2013, 06:00:40 pm
New Orleans. anytime.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 22, 2013, 07:46:02 pm
Miss P hereby casts her vote for New Orleans, so that she may suck the head of a crayfish cajun-style unlike most Yankees that can't handle such things. Plus I can visit the esteemed and enigmatic Mr. Boo Radley.

Also, if you hold this even in July I think I have mileage I can use. If it's in August then I guess I'm out of luck because it will expire by then.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Fisher on October 22, 2013, 09:41:43 pm
Miss P hereby casts her vote for New Orleans, so that she may suck the head of a crayfish cajun-style unlike most Yankees that can't handle such things.

Baby food. Practice with your crayfish Cajun style, but try us Yankess for a hot, spicy, dinner, filled and happy.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: wolfter on October 23, 2013, 05:26:39 am
I'm not casting a vote but simply am letting you all know I'm heading to California so I can visit my nephew.  He recently moved there and I miss his dog.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: weasel on October 23, 2013, 11:40:18 am


     New Orleans   


     
I don't eat Mudbugs ... Someone bring me a Lobster please  :)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Fisher on October 24, 2013, 08:00:44 pm
Miss P hereby casts her vote for New Orleans, so that she may suck the head of a crayfish cajun-style unlike most Yankees that can't handle such things. Plus I can visit the esteemed and enigmatic Mr. Boo Radley.

Also, if you hold this even in July I think I have mileage I can use. If it's in August then I guess I'm out of luck because it will expire by then.

Since you are having hoof issues, I have a strong back and will carry you around. I'll carry your load on my back! Not elsewhere! But if you piss me off, my evil twin sister, Felecia, would come out. There is no room for two Felecias In New Orleans at the same time. And my hooves are very much intact :-)

Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: klassykitty on October 25, 2013, 09:00:54 am
New Orleans,

I have to check when school is out and restarts so will decide on time later.  Although I will ditch school for a week if I need to. ;D

Michelle 8)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: aztecan on October 26, 2013, 05:03:06 pm
I am still torn.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on October 30, 2013, 01:47:17 pm
BUMP
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 01, 2013, 08:49:32 pm
ONE WEEK LEFT TO CAST YOUR VOTE FOR LOCATION OF AMG 2014
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: mitch777 on November 01, 2013, 09:43:35 pm
this seems oddly weird and quiet. what's up with everyone? :(
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: tednlou2 on November 01, 2013, 11:22:45 pm
I'm not casting a vote but simply am letting you all know I'm heading to California so I can visit my nephew.  He recently moved there and I miss his dog.

That gave me a chuckle.  It sounded like you're only visiting, because you miss the dog..lol. 
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Jeff G on November 01, 2013, 11:47:17 pm
Hey Guys ... Just a suggestion , lets try to stay on topic in this particular thread . It makes it harder for Phil to count votes if it wanders too far of course . The less he has to wade through the easer it will be for him . Thanks .
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: J.R.E. on November 02, 2013, 07:09:48 am


New Orleans ( anytime) And yes, a hotel with a pool, in New Orleans, in Summer, would be nice !  :)

Ray  8)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: mikeyb39 on November 02, 2013, 10:04:12 am
I say NEW ORLEANS anytime.  Decadence is kind of crazy since hotels are sold-out and lines to get into bars are very long and very crowded.  Four points by Sheraton on bourbon street is a perfect location btw.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: RAB on November 02, 2013, 01:18:42 pm
I am going to have to vote for San Diego.

Two reasons:

1.  We've been East 4 times, West 2 times, South1 time, Chicago & London.

San Diego checks two of the boxes for me.  It's West and South.  The climate is much more moderate than NO.

2.  For me personally the difference in airfare is pretty big.  I can fly to San Diego for <50% of what it would cost me for NO.

This will be our 10th AMG.  It's hard for me to believe.  When a group of us took the plunge (risk?) and went to Toronto I don't think any of us could have imagined what we were starting.  I've been to AMG, only missing Chicago.  Let me just say that each and every one will hold a very special place in my heart.  Aw the memories of the silliness, the adventures, and most importantly the friendships formed. 

RAB   :)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: aztecan on November 02, 2013, 07:06:13 pm
OK, I have decided.

I cast my vote for San Diego.

I would like New Orleans, too, but San Diego is more temperate in climate.

Oh, and Amtrak goes there.

HUGS,

Mark
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 02, 2013, 07:59:21 pm
Current vote status:

New Orleans: 9 votes
San Diego: 3 votes

Get those votes in..... just a bit over 147 hours left to vote...   ;D
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: David_CA on November 02, 2013, 09:57:55 pm
San Diego. 

I don't think I'd attend any event in New Orleans in Aug or September!  San Diego, on the other hand, is wonderful any time of year.  Plus, it's affordable (don't believe those who say it's not; I live 90 minutes or so away and go often!) and has a great gay area (Hillcrest).  Besides, Disney and LA are only a couple hours away, too, for those who want to see other cool places.

edited to add... Palm Springs is also a couple hours from SD and would be a great add-on trip to the AMG for those so inclined.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: BikerGuy on November 02, 2013, 10:01:05 pm
SAN DIEGO, CALIF
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: leatherman on November 02, 2013, 10:06:45 pm
New Orleans
having just been down there for an AIDS United conference, I'd love to go back and have the time to explore more this time --- and only drink two of those green drinks this time. (three were too many!)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: anniebc on November 03, 2013, 05:10:05 am
My vote is for San Diego.

Aroha
Jan :-*
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Robert on November 03, 2013, 03:28:02 pm
san diego
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Jody on November 03, 2013, 08:18:36 pm
Voting for San Diego, hoping to have the AMG '14 just before or after the Aids conference next year in Melbourne, Australia which some of us hope to get down there around that time.

If it is New Orleans that would be great and I will try to get there as well, hopefully May or October so as to avoid summer.

Jody :)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: HippieLady on November 04, 2013, 08:50:58 pm
San Diego - Early August  ;)

Sorry Carl  :-*
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: pozniceguy on November 05, 2013, 06:44:58 pm
San  Diego      mid  August....


Nick
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: bonnie_nc on November 05, 2013, 09:07:54 pm
Would love to see all y'all in San Diego next year!  I vote San Diego 
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: nixsmail on November 05, 2013, 09:22:51 pm
san diego   :)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 05, 2013, 09:33:10 pm
Current vote status:

New Orleans: 10 votes
San Diego: 12 votes

Get those votes in..... just a bit over 72 hours left to vote...   

We've got ourselves a "nail-biter...."
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Basquo on November 05, 2013, 10:04:20 pm
San Diego, whenever  8)
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: WillyWump on November 06, 2013, 09:53:01 am
As I wish to prance on the beach in my speedo I choose...

San Diego- anytime.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: bocker3 on November 06, 2013, 06:02:04 pm
As I wish to prance on the beach in my speedo I choose...

San Diego- anytime.

Quickly -- we MUST come up with a cold climate option.   ;D :P :-*
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Mrmojorisin on November 06, 2013, 06:23:17 pm
New Orleans--because it is closer and that makes it more likely for me to go..
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: klassykitty on November 06, 2013, 07:44:42 pm
I looked at my school schedule for fall 14,  classes start August 18 (or whatever that monday is) and my family reunion is the day before that. 

I can miss school since it looks like I am only taking 3 classes and 2 of them are once a week.

 if i miss my reunion I will need protection from my Uncle Harold. ;D

As I wish to prance on the beach in my speedo I choose...

San Diego- anytime.

Now I have a pix in my mind that won't leave ;D

Michelle
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 06, 2013, 09:14:44 pm
Just a little over 48 hours to get your votes in for AMG 2014.....

Where oh where will we end up....

Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: aztecan on November 06, 2013, 09:40:03 pm
As I wish to prance on the beach in my speedo I choose...

San Diego- anytime.


Hmmm, maybe you in speedos, me in a tasteful board short with a umbrella cocktail.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 07, 2013, 04:01:24 pm
Just a bit over 30 hours remaining to cast your vote for AMG 2014 location....

VOTE  VOTE   VOTE    VOTE VOTE   VOTE  VOTE   VOTE


Current vote status:

New Orleans = 11 votes
San Diego    = 14 votes

Keep those votes coming....
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: Buckmark on November 07, 2013, 11:10:11 pm
New Orleans.  Any time.
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 08, 2013, 05:36:43 pm
Less than 5 hours to get those votes in for location of AMG 2014!
Title: Re: AMG 2014 OFFICIAL THREAD TO VOTE FOR SITE LOCATION
Post by: phildinftlaudy on November 09, 2013, 01:19:27 am
Voting has closed...

San Diego 14 votes

New Orleans 12 votes

San Diego, California will be the host city for AMG 2014!

Watch for additional details to come....