HOUSTON-The Uptown Houston Association has a number of proposals on the table to solve traffic problems in and around the 23-million sf Galleria, a shopper's mecca. The issue is a primary focus these days with the organization.

HOUSTON-The US Postal Service is trying out its new store concept at the Westchase facility, opening in January 2001 after being under construction for the past couple of years. The mission is to reduce waiting time via checkout line strategy.

SPOKANE, WA-The historic Mark Anthony Hotel was the tallest building between San Francisco and Portland when it was built three quarters of a century ago. After a total renovation by Mark Anthony Historic Property LLC, it is now one of the newest.

HOUSTON-Raw land to industrial buildings headline this week's sales activity in Houston. Some undeveloped land is ticketed for retail developments, while a 3.6-acre tract will eventually house a full-service hotel.

SEATTLE, WA-The Internet applications provider has consolidated its staff in new offices at 501 Elliott W. The space is being leased from building owner Koehler McFayden & Co.

TACOMA, WA-The FTZ designation lets companies who operate on the properties to ship, store, manipulate and add value to imported goods while delaying or even eliminating payment of US Customs duties.

HOUSTON-The Associated General Contractors of America's Greater Houston Chapter is honoring a state-of-the-art medical research complex, totaling 42,000 sf. The Introgen complex near the Texas Medical Center is a boon for medical collaboration.

HOUSTON-American International Industries has placed a 30-year veteran of the real estate industry and subsidiary president on its board of directors. The move is being sparked by plans to advance real estate interests.