1. 2011 New York City Veterans Day Parade Float Planning Template If you are planning on having a float in the 2011 New York City Veterans Day Parade, please use this template to create an initial concept sketch of your float. Once your float is confirmed, we will work with you to refine and execute the design. Some key points: We work with a professional, fully insured float provider to produce all floats for the parade. Please direct all your float-related questions through our office, in order to prevent miscommunication & confusion The maximum number of passengers (seated or standing) on any float is 24. All floats include: A wheeled structure with a large “backboard” for your message (see attached diagrams) An insured truck and driver to tow the float The body and trim color of your choice Signage with your message (see attached diagrams) Chairs For Deluxe floats: Sound systems available Optional basic structures (arches, post-and beams) available Additional structures/sculptures available (Globes, planes, etc.); which can be modified to fit your message The following are available at an additional cost Custom construction/fabrication of major structures/sculptures “Wallpapering” of entire float with signage For more information, contact floats@vetsday.org

2.  FRONT (towed by pickup truck) FRONT  (towed by pickup truck) Message/Imagery Here Railings mandatory on all areas that will carry riders Cut-out step may be on left or right side Maximum legal capacity: 24 riders (seated or standing) RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE Standard “Skin” of float: vinyl floral sheeting Standard “skirt” of float: vinyl fringe abc c b a See p. 2 STANDARD FLOAT LAYOUT OPTIONAL – Additional Signage on Railing Name/Theme: TBD Main Color: TBD Trim Color: TBD For more information, contact floats@vetsday.org Length of Float varies from 28 – 32 feet; Width of Float is 8 feet Height varies depending on configuration; height of “headboard” is 8 feet.

3. FRONT OF BACKBOARD (8 ft x 8 ft) All key messaging should be in top half of backboard, as standing/seated riders may obscure details on lower half Key Message/ Imagery Here Do not place critical text (website, etc.) down here! BACK OF BACKBOARD Approx (8 ft x 12 ft) Message/ Imagery Here Additional Surface for image THIS IS YOUR MOST PROMINENT SURFACE! Do not place any text/images across this line. The backboard is folded down for transport here. This is the last thing spectators will see (But remember – most will be looking at the next element coming up) d e f For more information, contact floats@vetsday.org

4. Side-Facing Narrow Arc OTHER CONFIGURATIONS Please note; some configurations may already be taken; if you would like to use a special configuration, contact us to confirm availability. Basic Flatbed with BackboardBasic Flatbed with Backboard and raised rear end only Side-Facing Wide arcFront-Facing Square Frame (“Post & Beam”) Side Facing Rectangular Frame (“Post & Beam”) Basic Flatbed with Backboard and raised front & rear For more information, contact floats@vetsday.org