Posts by Advocacy Staff
New Housing and Support Services Reduce Homelessness in Los AngelesÂ
The People Concern’s Impact Report shows progress in tackling homelessness in Los Angeles County, with key takeaways for property managers.
Read MoreWindstorm Threatens Southern California This Week
A dangerous windstorm is expected to hit Southern California, especially Los Angeles and Ventura counties, starting Tuesday January 7th.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Policy Committees Year in ReviewÂ
BOMA/GLA provides valuable policy committees that focus on crucial topics affecting our members. These committees serve as a platform for property managers to stay informed, engage in discussions, and influence policies that impact the commercial real estate industry.
Read MoreLA County Assessor’s Office Completes Major Digital Upgrade for Property RecordsÂ
The Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office has completed a significant technological upgrade, modernizing its property records system and making it more accessible to the public.
This transformation marks a major shift from outdated legacy systems to a cloud-based platform, enhancing efficiency and transparency in property assessments.
Read MoreLong Beach Wins Grant for Program Helping Homeless Mentally Ill OffendersÂ
Long Beach has secured a grant to support a program aimed at diverting homeless individuals with mental illness from jail into treatment.
Read MoreNavigating Long Beach’s Transition to EntertainmentÂ
Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson’s recent State of Business address highlighted the city’s shift towards becoming an entertainment hub, signaling significant changes for the local economy and real estate landscape.
Read MoreThe Future of California’s Downtowns: Insights from Assemblymember Matt HaneyÂ
As California’s urban cores grapple with post-pandemic challenges, Assemblymember Matt Haney is spearheading efforts to revitalize downtowns across the state.
Read MoreOur Coalition’s Fight Against AB 98’s Warehouse Regulations
After contentious debate in both houses, Assembly Bill 98 narrowly passed the legislature and was signed into law by Governor Newsom.   Â
Read MoreLA City Council Passes Building Performance Standards ProgramÂ
The Los Angeles City Council has recently approved revisions to the City’s Existing Buildings Energy and Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Ordinance, introducing new Building Performance Standards (BPS) aimed at decarbonizing the building sector.
Read MoreLA City Councilmember Traci Park’s Vision for a Safer Council District 11Â
A Safer 11 for a Better 11 is a new public safety package designed to enhance security across LA City Council District 11 (CD11). This initiative focuses on reducing crime and creating safer streets, beaches, libraries, and homeless housing sites, aiming to protect both residents and businesses in the community.
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