A "select all" function would be awesome. But just like with the "select area" thing for moving multiple pieces while designing, I have a feeling it just makes too much sense for them to actually do it. :P
And I don't get the argument that the game is about monotonous tasks. What's to be gained by making it so people who are busier in their real lives get frustrated and visit the game less often? I know if I've only got 10 minutes to kill I'd much rather spend it doing something like designing my town than cycling through dozens of identical tasks every time.
