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The City of Austin Presents
Active Texas Summit
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Road
Austin, Texas
The benefits of a healthy organization are evident in attitude,
productivity, and individual and organizational performance. By
committing to this workshop, your organization plays a crucial role
in supporting health and fitness initiatives that can change the
quality of life for employees and their families.
Austin Mayor Will Wynn
Mayor's Fitness Council
The Mayor's Fitness Council (MFC) of Austin was established in October 2004 by Mayor Will Wynn to raise awareness of the cost of health care, to promote prevention of chronic diseases and better health in Austin, and to promote the City of Austin as a healthy place to live and work.
The purpose of this summit is to provide attendees with health information and strategies to help implement active living principles in multiple sectors, which will lead to better health for all. At the conclusion of the meeting, attendees will be encouraged to join a statewide effort lead by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness to support and create healthy cities through the use of evidence-based practices.
Whether you want to promote a healthy lifestyle to your employees, your citizens, your school children, or even just yourself, the Active Texas Summit is the place to begin.
During this conference, you will receive:
- A preview of the Austin Fitness Index (AFI).
- An overview of the latest, cutting-edge strategies for health and fitness management.
- Tools and information on evidence- based practices.
Keynote Speakers
Will Wynn
Will Wynn was elected Austin’s 50th mayor in 2003 and re-elected in 2006. He attended Texas A&M University, graduating in 1984 with a degree in environmental design. Mayor Wynn established the Mayor’s Fitness Council (MFC) in October 2004 to raise awareness of the cost of health care, to promote prevention of chronic diseases and better health in Austin, and to promote the city of Austin as a healthy place to live and work with the goal of becoming “The Fittest City in the U.S.” The mayor and the Mayor’s Fitness Council’s mission is to support and inspire people to improve their fitness by encouraging physical activity and improved nutrition. Mayor Wynn is regularly featured as a speaker on health and fitness at the U.S. Conference of Mayors. He is a board member of Marathon Kids and participates in as many races as his schedule allows him to. Will is the proud father of two daughters who are both Marathon Kids graduates.
LUCI BAINES JOHNSON
Luci Baines Johnson is chairman of the board of LBJ Asset Management Partners, Inc., and vice president of BusinessSuites, a nationwide office business service center.
She is a community advocate with diverse commitments. She currently serves on the boards of the LBJ Family Foundation, The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and the Lyndon Baines Johnson Foundation, which supports the LBJ Library and LBJ School of Public Affairs. She is a co-founder of Children’s Hospital Grandparent’s Club, a board member of Safeplace, a life trustee of Children’s Hospital Foundation of Austin and the Seton Fund, a member of the advisory board of Trinity Episcopal School, and a former member of the advisory boards of the University of Texas School of Nursing and the School of Communication.
Her family is Ms. Johnson’s most precious career. She is married to Ian Turpin, the joy and rock of her life. She has four grown children— Lyndon, Nicole, Rebekah, and Claudia—one stepson, Stuart, and eleven treasured grandchildren.
MELISSA JOHNSON, M.S.
Melissa Johnson, appointed by President George W. Bush as executive director of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, manages the activities, staff, and operations of the Washington, D.C.-based Council, an advisory committee to the President and the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Council supports the President’s HealthierUS initiative, which encourages Americans to be physically active every day. Prior to her present appointment, Ms. Johnson served as Director of the California Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (1997-2002), which was chaired by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Ms. Johnson has a master of science degree in health/fitness management from American University in Washington, D.C., and a B.S. degree from UCLA in kinesiology.
SUSAN COMBS
Sworn in as Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts on January 1, 2007, Susan Combs serves as the state’s chief financial officer, treasurer, tax collector, bookkeeper, revenue estimator, and check writer. She accounts for all the state’s cash and revenue, audits the state business accounts, and has responsibility for the financial statements of every state agency and university.
Prior to her election as comptroller, Combs served as the Texas Agriculture Commissioner from 1998–2006. During her tenure, Combs focused on marketing Texas agricultural products and led the agency to create the unparalleled GO TEXAN campaign, the most comprehensive marketing plan for Texas-made products ever launched.
The Progressive Farmer magazine named her Leader of the Year in Texas Agriculture for 2002. The Governor’s Commission for Women inducted Combs into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame in 2004 for her dedication and commitment to providing healthy food for Texas schoolchildren and for her high-profile efforts to enhance rural economic development.
Susan Dell
Susan is a co-founder and chairman of the board of the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, dedicated to improving the lives of children living in urban poverty around the world. In the United States, the foundation also funds childhood obesity prevention programs and a college scholarship program that recognizes academic potential and determination in students that have a definite need for financial assistance.
In addition to her charitable work, Susan is the chairman of the board of Phi, a women’s designer collection that made its runway debut in fall 2004. She is also president and creative director of PrettyPower, a women’s performance athletic apparel company launched by Susan in 2007 to create performance athletic clothing that makes a woman feel strong, fast, and powerful, while looking feminine and beautiful at the same time.
Susan is a member of the President’s Council for Physical Fitness and Sports, a trustee of the Children’s Medical Center Foundation of Central Texas, and a board member of the Cooper Institute in Dallas. She and her husband Michael live in Austin with their four children.
Fit City Track This track is targeted to leaders of Texas cities and other units of government in the state. Attendees will learn ways to inspire and engage others in joining together to promote physical activity and improve nutrition. Learn how to promote and encourage a program that will help participants lower health care costs, prevent chronic disease, enjoy active living, and improve their overall quality of life. |
Champion’s Training Track This track is geared toward citizen advocates, businesses, faith-based organizations, and health leaders in the community. Attendees will learn that progress is made one step at a time, so it’s essential to begin promoting healthy lifestyles to individuals in order to advance a healthy agenda for the entire community. |
Agenda
Joint Session
6:30 – 7:30 a.m.
Exercise Program (optional)
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast and Networking
8:30 – 8:45 a.m.
Welcome
Will Wynn, Mayor, City of Austin
8:45 – 9:15 a.m.
The State of the Nation
Melissa Johnson, M.S., President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Fit City Track
9:25 – 9:30 a.m.
Welcome and Introductions
Paul Carroza, President, RunTex, Austin
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Municipal Leadership for Fitness
Will Wynn, Mayor, City of Austin
9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
The Role of Physical Activity in a Community
Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross and
Blue Shield of Texas
What Works? The Need for a Statewide Grassroots Initiative on Health and Fitness
Valerie Davis, CEO and President, Enviromedia Social Marketing
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Healthy Break
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
The Mayor’s Fitness Council Spotlights: What Works in Texas
Large city: City of El Paso • Medium city: City of Palestine • Small city: City of DISH
Champion’s Training Track
9:25 – 9:30 a.m.
Welcome and Introductions
Lou Earle, Vice Chair, Mayor’s Fitness Council
9:30 – 9:50 a.m.
Mayor’s Fitness Council Partner Certification Overview
Lou Earle, Vice Chair, Mayor’s Fitness Council
9:50 – 10:00 a.m.
Value-Based Benefit Design
Dr. Phil Huang, Medical Director, Austin/Travis County Health Department
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Healthy Break
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Austin Fitness Index
Carrie Angiolet, Vice President, Illuminas Global
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Leadership: Champions for Health
Marc Ott, City Manager, City of Austin
Joint Session
11:30 a.m. – Noon
Active Texas Expos
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Mayor’s Fitness Council Video
Keynote Address: The Role of Public Health Advocates in the Community
Susan Dell, Chairman of the Board, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
Keynote Address: The State of the State
Susan Combs, Comptroller, State of Texas
Fit City Track: Toward an Active Texas Plan
1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Vision for Active Texas 2020
Bill Kohl, Ph.D., Professor of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Austin
1:45 – 4:30 p.m.
Discussion with Experts and Facilitator
Roundtable Discussion Topics:
Schools and Worksites
Parks and Recreation, Built Environment, and Active Transportation
Health, Medical Care, and Community
Diversity and Priority Populations
Panel of Experts
4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Next Steps
Bill Kohl, Ph.D., Professor of Kinesiology, The University of Texas at Austin
Champion’s Training Track
1:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Certification Application Overview
Jennifer L. Conroy, Dr.P.H., M.P.H., Community and Public Health Strategist
1:15 – 1:45 p.m.
Tailoring Certification
1:45 – 2:30 p.m.
Using the Austin Fitness Index
2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
Tools for Leadership, Buy-In, and Communication
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Healthy Break
3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Developing Your Program Plan
4:15 – 4:45 p.m.
Wrap-Up: Questions and Answers, Feedback, Next Steps
Joint Session
5:00 – 5:10 p.m.
Introduction of Luci Baines Johnson
Will Wynn, Mayor, City of Austin
5:10 – 5:40 p.m.
Legacy of Health for the State of Texas
Luci Baines Johnson
5:40 – 6:00 p.m.
Travel to Antone’s (213 West 5th Street)
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Health and Fitness Awards
Rick Perry, Governor, State of Texas (invited)
Will Wynn, Mayor, City of Austin
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Antone’s Blues Show (live music and reception)
General Information
The summit will be held at the Palmer Events Center, located at 900 Barton Springs Road in Austin. Complimentary parking will be available in the parking garage of the Palmer Events Center.
To be eligible for the early registration fee of $95, payment must be received at the Texas Municipal League by Friday, December 19. The cost will increase to $125 after December 19. Your registration fee includes handouts, breakfast, lunch, admission to Antone’s, and refreshment breaks.
If you are registered and cannot attend, we encourage you to send a substitute. If you cannot send a substitute, a $45 cancellation fee will be assessed if written cancellation is received by December 19. Please remember that no refunds will be honored after December 19.
Elected officials (mayors and councilmembers) can earn Texas Municipal League Institute (TMLI) credits for attending this summit. CEU forms will be available on site. For further information on the TMLI program, please call TML at 512-231-7400, or visit the TML Web site at www.tml.org and click on “Conferences/Education.”
The Radisson Hotel and Suites Austin-Town Lake, located at 111 Cesar Chavez at Congress, has offered a room rate of $119 for reservations made between by December 19. To receive this rate, call 888-721-5366 or 512-795-4061 and ask for the Active Texas Summit group rate.
The Hyatt Regency Austin, located at 208 Barton Springs Road, has offered a room rate of $169 (single or double) for reservations made by December 19. To receive this rate, call 800-233-1234 or 512-477-1234 and ask for the Active Texas Summit group rate.
Workshop confirmations and badges will be mailed in advance. Name badges are required for admittance to the summit, so PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR BADGE WITH YOU.
We want to help, so please let us know on the registration form if you need special accommodations of any kind. In order to respond to special requests, we would appreciate as much advance notice as possible.
Please contact Darlene Berghammer at 512-974-2250 or Darlene.Berghammer@ci.austin.tx.us
- Register online for the Active Texas Summit now.
- Download and fax a .pdf version of the registration form to 512-231-7495.
- Mail the .pdf version of the registration form to:
TML Administrative Services
1821 Rutherford Lane, Suite 400
Austin, TX 78754-5128