Posts by Advocacy Staff
Long Beach CRE Leaders Gather for Insightful Tour & Discussion with Long Beach City Council Member Â
The Long Beach/South Bay Regional Council led by Ana Wood and Justin Monteleone recently gathered for an informative tour and discussion alongside Long Beach City Councilmember Mary Zendejas (who represents the coastal district) and the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Orders State Employees Back to the OfficeÂ
Governor Newsom ordered state agencies to require at least four in-office days per week starting July 1, 2025.
Read MoreWildfire Preparedness & Fire Life Safety: What Property Managers Need to KnowÂ
Wildfires and other fire-related emergencies pose a significant risk to commercial properties. Understanding fire life safety protocols is crucial for protecting tenants, employees, and assets.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Sustainability Committee Hosts Successful LEED 5 Seminar Â
The Sustainability Committee hosted an engaging seminar to help our members prepare for the transition from LEED v4.1 to LEED v5.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocacy Team Meets with the Mayor of El SegundoÂ
The BOMA/GLA Advocacy team recently met with El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel, alongside key city officials, to discuss policy initiatives that could benefit the commercial real estate industry.
Read MorePasadena Wants to Update Adaptive Reuse RulesÂ
Pasadena introduced an ordinance to make it easier to convert commercial buildings into housing. It would reduce parking requirements, increase allowed density, and provide zoning flexibility for multi-family and mixed-use projects if passed.
Read MoreMayor Bass Dismisses Fire Chief—How It Impacts CREÂ
Mayor Karen Bass removed Fire Chief Kristin Crowley over concerns about wildfire response, sparking debate among officials, firefighters, and residents.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocacy Staff Attends CCA’s Event with DA Nathan Hochman: Key TakeawaysÂ
BOMA/GLA Advocacy staff attended a Central City Association’s (CCA) event featuring Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. DA Hochman shared his strategic vision for enhancing public safety and addressing pressing issues in Los Angeles County.
Read MoreLA City Council Explores Self-Certification Program to Expedite Permits
The Los Angeles City Council is considering the implementation of a self-certification program to streamline the permitting process for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
Read MoreGet Ahead of LEED 5: BOMA/GLA’s Sustainability SeminarÂ
Sustainability in commercial real estate is evolving, and staying ahead of the latest requirements is critical.
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