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Theres a lot of factors to consider when hosting a FIRST event.

The most important would be facilities. This includes both venues that would work and reasonably priced hotels near the venues.

But my next most important factor would be transportation. With many new international teams you need to have a good and cheap international airport. Also it is nice if the domestic flights are cheap too. If possible you want a more central location in terms of North American teams so that bus travel is reasonable. It would also be nice to have good intercity transportation.

Food is the next consideration. There needs to be food that is diverse and cheap.

The two other key considerations would be safety and sights. Is it safe enough to walk from the hotels to the venue or to nearby restaurants? And is there things you can do in the city in your off time (if you have any)?

After all these considerations, I think Atlanta is a pretty good place to be. Unless another city answers these questions better I think we'll stay in Atlanta.