This month, BOMA/GLA is heading to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional offices and advocate on federal policies that matter most to commercial real estate in Greater Los Angeles. Our advocacy staff will be joined by leaders from our Political Action Committee and Government Affairs Committee—bringing real, on-the-ground perspectives from owners and managers who know what it takes to keep buildings and business districts strong.
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Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations are a core responsibility for commercial property managers—but for newer team members, the process can be complex, time-consuming, and high-risk if done incorrectly. That’s why BOMA Greater Los Angeles is offering the CAMS Intro Course, a practical training designed to build confidence and competence from the ground up.
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BOMA/GLA’s Board of Directors helps guide our association and influence the commercial real estate industry across Greater Los Angeles, reflecting our members’ shared priorities and commitment to strong leadership.
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Los Angeles is making it easier for developers to convert vacant office buildings into housing citywide. This expansion of the adaptive reuse ordinance could reshape the commercial real estate landscape, creating both new opportunities and considerations for property owners and managers.
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Nearly one year after Proposition 36 took effect in California, district attorneys across the state are urging lawmakers to provide long-term funding to ensure the measure delivers on its promises. This matters to BOMA/GLA members because Prop 36 was designed to address property crime and drug-related offenses—issues that directly impact commercial buildings, tenants, and the safety of our business districts.
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Santa Monica City Council has adopted an ordinance that expands how vacant properties are regulated and monitored across the city. Importantly for BOMA/GLA members, these requirements apply to commercial properties—including office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use buildings—that are fully or substantially vacant.
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As 2025 comes to a close, we at BOMA/GLA want to extend our warmest holiday wishes to our members, partners, and friends. This season, we celebrate not only the holidays but also a year of meaningful advocacy that strengthened and protected the commercial real estate community in Greater Los Angeles.
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California Business Properties Association (CBPA) has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of major advocacy victories, CEQA and building code reforms. For BOMA members, the report offers a clear snapshot of how Sacramento’s policy changes impact leasing, project timelines, and operating costs. BOMA/GLA works hand in hand with CBPA and BOMA California on these efforts, ensuring that the voice of local commercial property professionals is represented at the state level.
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Southern California is expected to see multiple rounds of heavy rain this week as a series of atmospheric river storms move through the region, bringing an increased risk of flooding, strong winds, and power outages through Christmas and into the end of the week. These conditions can disrupt building operations, impact tenant safety and access, and require rapid coordination with service providers during an already compressed holiday schedule.
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The City of Long Beach is rolling out a new initiative aimed at turning empty storefronts into engaging, community-focused spaces through public art. This program matters to BOMA/GLA members because it offers a practical way to enhance property appeal, support local businesses, and create more inviting commercial corridors.
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