Posts by Advocacy Staff
Celebrating Excellence, Leadership, and Community at the BOMA/GLA Awards Gala
The 2025 BOMA Greater Los Angeles Awards Gala was a night to remember! Held at the stunning Skirball Cultural Center, members from across the region came together to celebrate the people who make our industry exceptional.
Read MoreWhat West Hollywood’s Vacancy Audit Could Mean for Commercial Real EstateÂ
West Hollywood is moving forward with an audit of vacant residential and commercial units to better understand why certain spaces remain empty. For commercial real estate professionals, this effort could shape future policies that impact how vacancies are tracked, reported, and potentially regulated.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocates Across LA City Council to Advance CRE PrioritiesÂ
This year, BOMA/GLA has met with every Los Angeles City Council office to ensure the priorities of the commercial real estate industry are understood and considered. Our advocacy focuses on public safety, homelessness, and economic development—issues that affect daily operations, tenant satisfaction, and the overall vitality of Los Angeles business districts.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Updates Supervisor Barger’s Office on Key CRE Issues
BOMA/GLA advocacy staff recently met with Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office to discuss key issues in District 5. Led with the help of our Northeast Regional Council Chair, the conversation focused on how County decisions impact commercial properties, tenants, and local communities.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Passes AI Safety Law Â
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 53, making California the first state to require major AI companies, like OpenAI, to share safety plans, report serious issues, and protect whistleblowers. Although aimed at big tech, the law signals how future AI rules could affect industries like commercial real estate, where AI tools are already being integrated into building operations.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves Convention Center ExpansionÂ
The Los Angeles City Council has officially approved the Convention Center Expansion and Modernization Project. This project could bring many opportunities and challenges to our DTLA members especially.
Read MoreActive Shooter Preparedness Training Equips CRE Professionals with Lifesaving SkillsÂ
Ensuring the safety of tenants, employees, and visitors is one of the most important responsibilities for commercial real estate professionals. BOMA/GLA’s recent Active Shooter Preparedness Training gave our members practical tools to strengthen building security, protect lives, and reinforce confidence in their safety protocols.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Meets with Supervisor Janice Hahn’s Office to Elevate CRE PrioritiesÂ
BOMA/GLA advocacy staff recently met with Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn’s office to discuss key issues in District 4. Led with the help of our Long Beach/South Bay Regional Council Chair, the conversation focused on how County decisions impact commercial properties, tenants, and local communities.
Read MoreBOMA CAL’s 2025 Legislative Session Wrap-Up: Key Wins for Commercial Real EstateÂ
BOMA California, the California Business Properties Association (CBPA), and local partners like BOMA/GLA tracked over 400 bills this year—engaging on more than 200 impacting commercial real estate. Together, these efforts protected your properties, lowered costs, and reinforced our industry’s role as a proactive policy leader.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Engages with Long Beach City Leadership on 2028 Olympics
BOMA/GLA members met with the Long Beach City Manager’s Office to provide input on Olympic preparations and ensure the commercial real estate industry’s needs are represented—proactive engagement that reflects our commitment to advocating for how this global event will impact our properties, tenants, and communities.
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