This book provides solutions to the issues that can arise during the planning and production phases of constructing a facility as part of a community's tourism infrastructure. In Current Issues in Convention and Exhibition Facility Development, the subject is explored by means of diverse perspectives from experts in a range of disciplines - including public policy, tourism, convention management, and urban planning. As more communities attempt to gain a share of the economically important meetings and exhibition market, this critical resource will be of value to students of event management as well as local authority tourism officials. Current Issues in Convention and Exhibition Facility Development examines the reasons why certain communities should create convention, event, or tourism centres. The strategies and tips presented in this book can help select the most appropriate course of action for any given community, from locating the best area to build a centre, to allocating space for an exhibition centre in an already existing public building. This extensive guide addresses the political, economical, and environmental concerns that can prevent a convention centre from ever leaving the drawing board.