WSSPC Annual Conference 1998

September 15-18, 1998
Pasadena, California

To further the mission of WSSPC, we have structured the conference sessions around the development of seismic policy. What is seismic policy? First perhaps we need to define "policy" or "government policy." The dictionary defines it as a principle, plan, or course of action as pursued by government. Following the dictionary definition using the word "principle," government policy could be defined as the philosophical basis for laws and regulations adopted by government. Seismic policy would then be such government policy that relates to earthquake hazards and mitigation. Each policy session will have brief presentations by the speakers and extensive time for participants to discuss and attempt to develop policy alternatives that address these issues.  Descriptions of Policy Sessions

CONFERENCE POLICY SESSION PAPERS

In an effort to add value to the conference, WSSPC will be issuing a Policy Session Papers volume before the event. The papers from the session speakers will be compiled and distributed to all attendees (before the conference). This volume will serve to prepare participants and will be an excellent addition to your library.

FIELD EXCURSION

WSSPC will be hosting a visit to interesting seismic sites in the Los Angeles area. The tour will take conference attendees to geologically interesting sites. Lunch will be provided during the field excursion. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis.