Fairfax weighs amnesty for illegal 2nd units
Marin Independent Journal - But construction doesn’t take place with the town’s permission, and planning policies are ignored. As a result, illegal . have torn out kitchens and bathrooms in illegal units after being busted by the town - only to reinstall the equipment . more.
More than stadium is under construction (USA Today)
It’s a construction site now, in a southeast corner of Washington, about 2 miles from the U.S. Capitol. In fewer than 17 months and after 30 months of quarrels and delays among local officials it will be the 41,000-seat home of the Nationals. more.
Letters: Ignorance of law and of adult responsibility
Orange County Register - At some wage level, nine workers might be replaced by the 10th worker, using a backhoe. This is difficult for those nine workers in the short run. Hopefully unemployment insurance and retraining programs can help them move to a new industry . more.
Want a better paying job? Lawyers to host two-day seminar Money available for storm repairs Local company boosts its (Bayou Business Review)
Want a better paying job? THIBODAUX — You can take free classes in carpentry, electrical work, welding and other jobs in high demand at the Louisiana Community and Technical College System?s Construction Centers of Excellence. Class registration is under way now. more.
N.O. drags down state job outlook
Biloxi Sun Herald - The area did not suffer the same kind of catastrophic flooding that plagued New Orleans, so insurance claims were settled more quickly and there was faster construction activity, the study said. Lake Charles should add 1,000 jobs in each of the next . more.
Delphi’s Battery Disconnect Safety Device is Becoming Standard Equipment for Technology Leaders (The Auto Channel)
WUPPERTAL, Germany, Nov. 10 — Delphi Corporation’s Battery Disconnect Safety Device (BDSD) is becoming standard equipment on vehicles produced by many German automakers known for their leadership in technology. This technology could also be used in hybrids, trains, boats and commercial vehicles. more.
