Posts by Advocacy Staff
New Homeless Encampment Effort Could Affect Commercial Properties
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the creation of the Statewide Alliance for Encampment (SAFE) task force to clear homeless encampments in California’s ten largest cities, including Los Angeles and Long Beach. Understanding this effort is important for property managers because it could shift encampments toward commercial areas, affecting safety, access, and operations.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Members Take CRE Priorities to the State Capitol
The highlight of the Summit was the chance for BOMA/GLA members to share their lived experiences as industry professionals with their elected representatives. These perspectives help shape the policies that affect how we manage properties, support tenants, and strengthen California’s economy.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Heads to Sacramento to Make Your Voice Heard
Advocacy helps protect the future of commercial real estate. Laws in Sacramento affect how you manage properties, serve tenants, and grow your business—so BOMA/GLA is on the frontlines making sure your voice is heard.
Read MoreHow LA’s Civilian Responders Could Affect Commercial Properties
Los Angeles is testing a new safety program that sends unarmed civilian teams instead of LAPD officers to some non-violent calls. These teams, made up of clinicians and outreach workers, respond 24/7 to issues like welfare checks, public intoxication, and disturbances, which could affect how quickly and effectively incidents are handled on or near commercial properties.
Read MoreCalifornia Redistricting: What It Could Mean for CRE
California’s congressional redistricting has been making major headlines. It’s important to know how these changes could affect properties, tenants, and our advocacy work.
Read MoreOlympic Venue Ballot Measure: What CRE Professionals Need to Know
A ballot measure could require citywide votes before building or expanding large “event centers” for the 2028 Olympics; which could delay projects, raise costs, and create uncertainty for property managers and tenants nearby.
Read MoreOffice and Industrial Trends in LA County CRE Q2 2025
LA County’s Q2 2025 commercial real estate market is facing challenges in both office and industrial sectors. For our members, knowing these trends is essential to guiding clients, managing properties, and planning ahead.
Read MoreNortheast CRE Leaders Gather for Networking and Local Development Updates
Last night, over 25 of our members came together for a lively happy hour at Media Studios in Burbank. Where they were able to enjoy drinks, laughs, and valuable updates from the Economic Development Department of Burbank and the Community Development Department of Glendale.
Read MoreActive Shooter Preparedness Seminar: Essential Training for Commercial Real Estate
Being ready for emergencies is more important than ever. As a commercial real estate professional, you play a key role in keeping your buildings, tenants, staff, and visitors safe. Join us on September 24, 2025, for our Active Shooter Preparedness Seminar to learn practical, life-saving strategies for protecting your properties.
Read MoreLong Beach’s $3.7 Billion Budget: Key Takeaways for Commercial Real Estate
The City of Long Beach’s 2026 proposed budget of $3.7 billion targets key areas like public safety, housing, infrastructure, and economic growth—which could directly affect your properties and businesses.
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