Southern California is bracing for a prolonged storm that could bring periods of heavy rain, flooding, and even isolated tornado activity through the weekend. Property managers and building owners should take precautions now to protect tenants, staff, and assets.
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Join BOMA/GLA’s Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee for an insightful policy briefing on Friday, November 14th, featuring Priscilla Salgado, Account Executive at TRL Systems. Priscilla will discuss the importance of proactive planning in fire life safety systems, highlighting how taking action before issues arise is key to risk management and compliance.
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Los Angeles is facing renewed tension between the Mayor and City Council after reports revealed that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is hiring more officers than its budget allows. The debate underscores a critical question for policymakers — how to maintain public safety while respecting the City’s fiscal and governance processes.
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As global leaders convene for the Conference of Parties (COP30) in Brazil, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has adopted the 2025 update to its OurCounty Sustainability Plan. The revised plan outlines new priorities for climate resilience, housing stability, and environmental justice—initiatives that could shape future regulations, infrastructure projects, and building standards across the region.
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Looking to cut costs, boost efficiency, and get ahead of the next wave of building innovation? Don’t miss this end-of-year panel on how AI and PropTech are transforming commercial real estate.
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California’s adoption of ASHRAE Standard 15 has created costly design challenges for commercial buildings, particularly those undergoing retrofits. A newly approved ASHRAE Addendum could save property owners millions by eliminating the need for expensive ventilated shafts, but state agencies may delay adoption for years. Join BOMA/GLA’s Codes and Regulations Policy Briefing on November 6th to learn how industry leaders are working to fast-track this update and reduce compliance burdens.
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It’s been almost a year since voters approved Proposition 36, which aimed to combine tougher drug laws with better access to treatment. But new state data shows that few people are getting the help promised, and the program’s rollout varies widely across counties.
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Banc of California is nearly doubling its downtown office presence with a new 40,000-square-foot lease. This move signals renewed corporate confidence in Los Angeles’ commercial core—a positive sign for property managers, service providers, and investors working to revitalize Downtown’s struggling office market.
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Los Angeles County’s Department of Homeless Services and Housing will host a virtual town hall on November 13th at 10:00 a.m. to present the draft FY 2026–27 Measure A Spending Plan. This is an important opportunity for property managers and service providers to share their perspectives on homelessness strategies that directly affect commercial districts and the communities surrounding them.
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This week, members of BOMA/GLA’s Sustainability Committee embarked on a tour of the IRS Demolition facility. The visit offered an in-depth look at how sustainable demolition practices are reshaping the construction and waste management industry.
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