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New Study Reveals Devastating Impact of LA City Transfer Tax
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved placing a new transfer tax proposal on the November ballot.
Read MoreBusiness Community Shares Concerns over California’s Climate Policy
Through aggressive action, the state is trying to combat the already damning effects climate change has caused.
Read MoreBOMA California Joins the Goods Movement Alliance
BOMA California has officially joined the Goods Movement Alliance to push for solutions to resolve the supply chain crisis.
Read MoreOutdoor Watering Suspended in Parts of LA County for 15 Days
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) is asking businesses and residents in parts of Greater Los Angeles to halt outdoor watering starting September 6th.
Read MoreIdentify When to Receive A Glass Window Restoration Consultation
Identify When to Receive A Glass Window Restoration Consultation Building Services, Cleaning, Exteriors, Pressure Washing, Waterproofing, Window Washing Recognizing if your windows need restoration services will help ensure your building is maintained and damage-free. If your windows aren’t showing improvements after a window cleaning service is scheduled, there is a high chance that it’s time…
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Visits Sacramento
Last week, BOMA/GLA joined other commercial real estate groups to participate in CBPA’s California Commercial Real Estate Summit. It was a chance to speak to lawmakers in Sacramento about bills affecting our industry.
Read MoreLA County Declares State of Emergency over Monkeypox
On August 2nd, Los Angeles County declared a state of emergency in response to the outbreak of Monkeypox. It came a day after Governor Newsome declared a state of emergency for the California.
Read MorePublic Safety Concerns Drive Starbucks Closures
Public Safety Concerns Drive Starbucks Closures Community, Homelessness, Public Safety Starbucks announced it would close six stores in Los Angeles due to concerns about employee safety. Concerns such as drug use, crime, and a rising mental health crisis contributed to the closures. Unable to mitigate these issues alone, Starbucks will “open new locations with safer…
Read MorePasadena Adopts Electrification Ordinance
The Pasadena City Council voted to adopt its building electrification ordinance this month. The new code matches the policy outline approved by the council this past June.
Therefore, with some exceptions, new construction will not have natural gas hookups. As a result, new buildings in the city will only use electric appliances and devices.
Biden and Harris Endorse Karen Bass for Mayor of Los Angeles
In a joint statement on August 2nd, President Biden and Vice President Harris endorsed Rep. Karen Bass for Los Angeles Mayor. Bass is currently a congresswoman representing California’s 37th congressional district and was on the shortlist to be Biden’s VP pick during the last presidential election.Â
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