"NYC would be a great place for the Nats"
It was tried a number of years ago, and it proved to be too costly. I'm not sure there are many modelers that can cover a $200.00 per night room cost. Besides, last time it was in NYC, a few of the folks that attended got mugged!!
The 2007 event, which is indeed a West Coast event will be held in Orange County CA. I haven't heard where the venue is yet, so stand by!! I know the guys out there are already hard at work getting things ready, and will make announcements as they go along.