Posts by Advocacy Staff
BOMA/GLA’s Sustainability Committee Tours SoCalGas’ Hydrogen-Powered Microgrid and HomeÂ
BOMA/GLA Sustainability Committee had the unique opportunity to tour SoCalGas’s [H2] Innovation Experience, a state-of-the-art facility that highlights the future of clean energy.
Read MoreWhy Measure ULA Is Holding Back LA’s Real Estate MarketÂ
When Measure ULA was introduced, it was marketed as a way to tax luxury properties and fund affordable housing. Instead of delivering on that promise, the tax has contributed to a slowdown in property sales and raised concerns about the future of the real estate market in Los Angeles.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Impact of the Proposed Tourism Worker Wage IncreaseÂ
A proposed minimum wage increase for tourism workers in the City of Los Angeles could have wide-reaching effects. Â
Read MoreEnhancing Tenant Experience and Optimizing Building Operations with Property TechnologyÂ
In today’s commercial real estate world, keeping up with technology is crucial.
Using the right property technology (proptech) can make operations easier, enhance tenant experiences, and reduce costs.
Read MoreBOMA Cal Releases 2024 Voting Scorecard on the Key Issues We Faced this YearÂ
BOMA Cal released a 2024 voting record of California senators and assemblymembers on the top three bills impacting the commercial real estate industry.
Read MoreImproving Bus Safety: LA’s Plan to Protect Drivers and Passengers Amid Rising Crime
The Los Angeles City Council Transportation Committee has approved a list of recommendations to improve safety for bus operators and passengers in response to rising crime rates on public transit.
Read MoreJim McDonnell Named LAPD’s New Police Chief
Mayor Karen Bass has selected Jim McDonnell as Los Angeles’ next police chief, concluding a months-long search.
This 28-year LAPD veteran and former LA County sheriff will have to lead the department through major upcoming challenges like the 2028 Olympics.
Victory for Commercial Real Estate: Key Elements of Janitorial Bills Defeated
Our coalition secured a significant victory against two costly janitorial bills, AB 2364 and AB 2374, that would have raised operational expenses and hurt commercial real estate recovery.
From the start, BOMA/GLA and our partners stood firm against these bills, which imposed heavy regulations and burdened property owners.
While AB 2364 passed in a much-amended form, AB 2374 was stopped in Senate Appropriations, halting its progress.
Here’s how both bills evolved and what it means for our industry.
How Smart Building Solutions Can Reduce Operational Costs for BOMA MembersÂ
The latest BOMA International playbook on smart building technology offers helpful tips to cut operational costs while running your building more efficiently.
Read MoreGovernor’s Veto Delays LA’s Progress on Adaptive ReuseÂ
Assembly Bill 2910 was vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom this week.
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