CONFERENCES
The EPA is sponsoring"Global Climate Change: What Does It Mean for the Mid-Atlantic States?" Nov. 18 in Philadelphia, Pa. This one-day conference will draw public and policy-maker attention to the science of global warming and policy issues affecting global climate change; provide a balanced perspective on the potential economic and environmental risks to the Mid-Atlantic region, including potential risks to human health, and the unique threats to forests and fisheries; and identify specific policy strategies to reduce the risks associated with climate change.

For more information, contact Monica Duda, Waste Policy Institute, 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22201; phone: 703/247-2410; fax: 703/524-7335.

The University of California and agricultural industry officials will discuss "Where in the World Are the Markets," at the annual California Executive Seminar on Agricultural Issues on Dec. 11, in Sacramento. The seminar will look at factors driving changes in world markets and some long- and short-term risks associated with world agriculture trade. The program is limited to 150 participants.

For more information, contact Agricultural Issues Center, One Sheilds Ave., University of California, Davis, CA 95616.

PUBLICATIONS
The 1996 edition of CUED's Salary Survey is now available, it offers average salaries of economic development practitioners; and their latest book"What is Economic Development? A Primter," which covers the most critical aspects of economic development - everything from what it is, its history, and the key players to the tools and strategies needed to develop programs that can support businesses and create jobs. The salary survey is $60 for members/ $75 for nonmembers; the book is $20 for members/ $25 for nonmembers.

To order, call Cynthia Murray at 202/223-4735.

The American Correctional Association (ACA) will begin publishing "Corrections Compendium," a 28-page monthly newsletter that presents survey information on prison construction, corrections budgets, inmate health care and inmate populations and projections. It also includes research reports and findings and national and international news. Save 10 percent by subscribing before Dec. 31, with the introductory rate of $67.50.

For more information, contact ACA's membership department, 4380 Forbes Blvd., Lanham, MD 20706-4322; phone: 800/222-5646; fax: 301/918-1900.

The ITS (Intelligent Transportation Society) American Publications Catalog offers books, videos, slide shows, proceedings and more on intelligent transportation systems.

For a free copy, contact ITS America Publications Dept., 400 Virginia Ave., S.W., Suite 800, Washington, DC 20024-2730; Web site: <http://www.itsa.org>.

(Notices is compiled by Victoria Vickers, special correspndent.)