[jrussell]

Ed,
Using the hotel as our start/finish line works for me, as will the Origin garage. Last year, it appeared we had just about maxed out the number of cars we could park and photograph on the top level of that parking garage. I think we had between 53 and 56 cars in the shot, and even with the 28mm wide angle lens Jack the photographer used, I don't think another 20 +/- cars could be squeezed up there. I will count the cars in my framed picture at home, but we may have outgrown the Origin. Also, Stretch might have lost his contact there, so this might also present us with a plan "B" situation.
If that is the case, simplicity becomes the Hotel parking lot, which might not be a bad thing if it gives them some recognition in conjunction with the event.
Just my .02, in favor of simplicity.
John Russell- booked and counting the days!!!