growthzone, Author at BOMA on the Frontline

What’s In the Debt Ceiling Agreement?

By growthzone | June 9, 2023

After months of negotiation, the United States Congress has finally passed a debt ceiling agreement.

LA City Council to Study Effects of Air Conditioning Mandate for All Rental Units

By growthzone | June 8, 2023

The Los Angeles City Council voted to advance a proposal that would require all rental units to include air conditioning.

New Proposal Would Tax Airbnb’s to Fund Affordable Housing

By growthzone | June 6, 2023

A proposal in the California State Senate would tax short-term rentals like Airbnb to fund affordable housing projects.

Santa Monica Passes Law Punishing Catalytic Converter Theft

By growthzone | June 5, 2023

Santa Monica City Council has approved a $500 fine for possessing a stolen catalytic converter following the crime skyrocketing in recent years.

Metro Announces $9 Billion Budget for 2023-2024 Fiscal Year

By growthzone | June 2, 2023

LA County Metro has announced a $9 billion budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year that will strive to put customers first.

President Biden Launches ALL INside to Reduce Homelessness

By growthzone | June 1, 2023

The Biden Administration has announced ALL INside, a nationwide plan to reduce homelessness by 25% in two years.

LA Announces Expansion to Adaptive Reuse Program

By growthzone | May 30, 2023

The Los Angeles Department of City Planning has announced its new adaptive reuse program to address the city’s housing needs.

Governor Newsom Reveals Spending Plan Amid Budget Deficit

By growthzone | May 29, 2023

Governor Newsom Reveals Spending Plan Amid Budget Deficit State Legislation As he reveals his spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year, Governor Newsom has revealed the California budget deficit has risen to nearly $32 billion. While his spending plan would balance the budget for 2023-2024, experts worry it could increase the deficit in the following…