Posts by Advocacy Staff
Get Ahead of LEED 5: BOMA/GLA’s Sustainability Seminar
Sustainability in commercial real estate is evolving, and staying ahead of the latest requirements is critical.
Read MoreIncoming Storm Could Bring Heavy Rainfall to Los Angeles
Los Angeles will see heavy rain starting Thursday, February 13th, with 2 inches expected in the city and up to 10 inches in the mountains. This follows a dry season that worsened drought and wildfire risks.
Read MoreLA County Department of Economic Opportunity Joins BOMA/GLA at Real Estate Forecast & Board Installation
LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Director Kelly LoBianco joined our 2025 Real Estate Forecast and Board Installation to introduce DEO’s Business-to-Business Space Share initiative.
Read MoreFederal Lease Terminations: What You Need to Know
The new Trump Administration has prioritized reducing the size of the federal government, including efforts to shrink federal building space.
Read MoreLaw Enforcement at the Workplace: Best Practices for Building Owners and Managers—A Successful Training Event
On Friday, January 31, 2025, BOMA/GLA hosted an essential training session on “Law Enforcement at the Workplace: Best Practices for Building Owners and Managers” via Zoom.
Read MoreGuidance for Property Managers on Law Enforcement Interactions
Immigration enforcement actions are happening in several major U.S. cities. To support property professionals in responding effectively, BOMA International collaborated with legal experts to develop guidance on engaging federal enforcement personnel while stressing the importance of legal counsel.
Read MoreLong Beach’s New Storm Preparedness Campaign
As we head into another storm season, the City of Long Beach has launched the #BeStormSmart campaign to ensure residents and businesses are prepared for heavy rain and severe weather.
Read MoreLithium-Ion Battery Safety Legislation: Progress Stalls, But Advocacy Continues
Despite significant progress, the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act (S.1008 and H.R.1797) ultimately did not pass.
Read MoreHow the CRE Industry Can Support Businesses Displaced by Wildfires
Recent wildfires have impacted many small businesses in Los Angeles County. To help, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) launched the Space Share platform, linking displaced businesses with free temporary workspaces donated by others.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Signs $2.5 Billion Wildfire Recovery Package for Los Angeles County
Governor Gavin Newsom has approved a $2.5 billion plan to help Los Angeles County recover from two major wildfires that heavily damaged Altadena and Pacific Palisades.
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