We have included pointers to state legislation, position papers of cities and counties, and news reports from the media. We will add new material as it becomes available. Sponsored by ABAG, one of the largest power aggregators in California, it is designed to help energy professionals understand and take advantage of the opportunities created by deregulation. The event is geared toward public agencies and major corporations who are currently, or are considering, purchasing power on the open market. Learn about their ideas for how we can avoid hours of commuting on clogged freeways by developing communities and transportation systems that will maintain our quality of life, protect sensitive areas and resources, and move the region in the direction of a balance economy.
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Recent data on taxable sales in each of California's counties is now available online from the CA Board of Equalization . Historical data for 1966-1996 is available in an Excel file through the ABAG Data Center . The weekend of April 17 promises 5 DAYS of continuous sunshine . Speakers from state and federal agencies will assess the accuracy of weather predictions and local government officials will present the lessons learned in dealing with flooding and landslides. Draft Telecommunications Master Plan abagOnline has added a pointer to the new City of Santa Monica Draft Telecommunications Master Plan as part of our Telecommunications issues page.