SAN DIEGO- Unionized employees of the Hotel Del Coronado have voted to ratify a new contract with Destination Hotels and Resorts, the management company which operates the hotel.

ST. PAUL, MN-The manual published by the Metropolitan Council addresses problems posed by a cold-weather environment. It can be used by developers, cities, public agencies and environmental engineers.

DALLAS-The federal building in Dallas stays open, but under an alert in keeping with actions in all major markets. Ft. Worth BOMA asks building owners to roll out security plans. Nationwide, airports are grounded and regionally, some office buildings close.

LONDON-Property services group Hercules turned in record profits for the year to 30 June 20001. The company is growing quickly on the back of an aggressive programme of acquisitions in both property and insurance brokerage.