CASA Connects October 26, 2015 Join our mailing list October 26, 2015 Extension on Rule Means No Disruption in Deliveries Last week we informed you that a looming rule to protect runaway trains could result in the disruption of chemical deliveries to wastewater treatment plants. We’re happy to report that the House Committee on Transportation and […]
Continue ReadingThe Wall Street Journal: Duke Energy to Buy Piedmont Natural Gas for $4.9 Billion The Wall Street Journal: Energy Companies Face Tough Road Ahead This is Money: Oil profits set to plummet by billions: BP and Shell hit as prices plunge and exploration venture collapses Reuters: Green incentives seen as key to lifting U.S. oil export ban Greentech Media: The […]
Continue ReadingWells Fargo Weekly Economic & Financial Commentary: Housing Market Still Strong Following two straight monthly declines, housing starts rebounded in September on the back of solid gains in the multifamily sector. Permits were less encouraging, with declines in both single- and multifamily. Despite the choppy starts readings in recent months, we expect residential investment to […]
Continue ReadingBay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) posted on its website (http://www.bcdc.ca.gov) the commission meeting notice, information about BCDC, the Bay, and other issues relevant to the Commission at: http://www.bcdc.ca.gov/cm/2015/1023Supplemental.html You may also find information about BCDC Commission meetings at any time at http://www.bcdc.ca.gov/cm/cm_mtng.shtml If you have questions or concerns about BCDC activities, please call BCDC’s office at (415) […]
Continue ReadingThe Hill: This week: Debt drama as GOP elects new Speaker Congress faces the ultimate trifecta of deadlines this week: The debt limit, highway funding and the likely end of Speaker John Boehner’s tenure.
Continue ReadingPlease, click here to view current job opportunities with EBMUD as of October 26, 2015.
Continue ReadingWall Street Journal: California’s Growers Bear Brunt of Drought Woes Los Angeles Times: One of the strongest hurricanes ever recorded is fueled by El Niño, scientists say Sacramento Bee: South state storms show no easy remedies for California drought Yourcentralvalley.com: Tree Rings Reveal Extent of Drought Arizona Daily Sun: Drought-stressed California forests face a radical shift Los Angeles Times: Essential Politics: […]
Continue ReadingBPC Workshop: Dredging and Beneficial Reuse Thursday, November 12, 2015 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AECOM 1333 Broadway, 8th Floor Oakland, CA 94612 For over 30 years, the Bay Planning Coalition has been working to ensure that the channels and harbors of our region are able to be dredged to adequate navigation depths. Join […]
Continue ReadingThe Port of Oakland has posted a job announcement for a Government Affairs Field Representative. The link to the position description and application process can be found here: http://portofoakland.com/jobcenter/ This is a full-time position that will have primary responsibilities in the following areas: serving as a liaison to local and regional government officials, trade associations, and […]
Continue ReadingINVASIVE WEED TREATMENTS CA State Parks, Division of Boating and Waterways Water Hyacinth and Spongeplant Control Program – 2015 Treatments for the Week of October 26 thru October 30 View Larger Image In 2014 DBW treated a total of 2,617 acres of Water Hyacinth and Spongeplant combined. At this time in the 2015 treatment season DBW […]
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