Stopping Silicon Sprawl

States have put growth control laws on the November ballot to counter the Internet-fueled boom economy's dark side.

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October 23, 2000, 1:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Boom economy side effects have prompted Arizona and Colorado to put growth control laws on the November ballot. Residents disagree on how to make Silicon Valley riches while avoiding the region's headaches." While "high-tech manufacturing and business services have helped Arizona and Colorado become two of the fastest growing economies in the country, " both states face rapid population growth and accompanying problems.

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

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