I do like the idea of a "pre-selem" meeting in Florida to get things rolling though. And there do seem to be quite a few members in that state. I would be willing to drive to Ocala for a get-together.
Now that I think of it, there might be a solution in the town of Palatka. There's a resort hotel on the water there called "The Moorings"... (Next to the crystal cove marina) I think they have a few conference rooms there, and I know that their rates are reasonable. I might need to check into that some more...
Adam