2023 National Council & Leaders Conference

Date

Sunday, March 12 – Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Event Location

ROA Minuteman Memorial Building, 1 Constitution Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002

Registration

– In-person registration: $99 – Includes all-day coffee/soda/water and lunch on Monday.

– Virtual registration: $50 – National Council members will be able to vote virtually. You will receive participation information prior to the conference.

Registration deadline: Registration will be open through Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Lodging

ROA has acquired a small block of rooms at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Crystal City. The rooms are $129/night (plus tax). Be sure to book your room by February 17, 2023 to enjoy the ROA rate. You can make your reservation by calling 800-2CROWNE or click here to be directed toward the reservation page.

Preliminary Agenda – Click here for the full agenda.

Sunday, March 12
© Executive Committee Meeting
© ROA STARs Foundation Board Meeting

Monday, March 13 (included in virtual registration)
© Resolutions and Legislation Committee Meeting
© DNCM Meeting
© National Council Meeting

Tuesday, March 14
© March on the Hill

Department National Council Representative

Each department is encouraged to have a Department National Council Member (DNCM) at this meeting. If your elected/appointed Department National Council Member cannot attend, you may appoint a representative (as allowed by your bylaws). To ensure this person will be able to cast a vote on behalf of the Department, you must notify Diane Markham (dmarkham@roa.org) of the substitution at least one week prior to the conference.

March on the Hill — Advocacy in Action

On Tuesday, March 14, join your fellow members as we bring ROA’s 2023 legislative priorities directly to Congress. ROA needs you to highlight legislation that affects serving Reserve Component members, retirees, and their families. Don’t miss this opportunity to represent ROA on Capitol Hill.

Both chambers are now taking in person meetings, with the House fully open to the public and the Senate in session on the 14th. Consider making appointments prior to your arrival. For contact information, visit www.congress.gov/members.

If you are unable to join your fellow ROA advocates in person on the Hill, be sure to schedule some time to meet with your elected officials (whether in person or virtually) in your home state.

Resolutions

On Monday, March 13, the National Council will consider resolutions that help set ROA’s legislative agenda. Resolutions must be submitted no later than Saturday, February 11, to be considered during this meeting. Submit resolutions to mschwartzman@roa.org.

Constitution and Bylaws Amendments

Proposed amendments to ROA’s constitution and bylaws must be received by noon, Friday, March 10, to be considered by the 2023 national convention. Submit proposed amendments to dmarkham@roa.org.

Air Transportation

The closest airport is Reagan National Airport. Please note road construction has begun around the arrivals/baggage claim area. The complimentary hotel shuttle departs the airport on 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. It picks up from door #3 of the departures area on the third floor.

Ground Transportation

There are three easy and convenient ways to get around the city:

1.  Metrorail/Metrobus – Metrorail and Metrobus provide the safest, cleanest and most efficient way of getting around Washington, DC and the metropolitan suburbs. The Minuteman Memorial Building is a 15 minute walk from both the Union Station Metro stop (Red line) and Capitol South Metro stop (Yellow/Blue/Silver line). For a map, schedules and fares go to www.wmata.com.

2.  Taxicab – Taxi service is plentiful and economical in DC. In fact, DC has one of the highest taxi-to-citizen ratios in the country, with more than 6,000 taxis servicing the city. Taxis use a metered system just like every other city in the country. To order a cab, plan a trip, or calculate a fare, visit www.dctaxionline.com.

3.  Uber Technologies Inc. – Uber is here to help you get around DC hassle free and in style! Request a ride using the Uber iPhone or Android app.