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Meet Assemblymember Mark González at Our DTLA Happy Hour

BOMA/GLA invites you to join us for an evening with Assemblymember Mark González, whose district encompasses the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. As a policymaker deeply engaged in issues affecting commercial buildings, public safety, and local economic health, he needs our members’ valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping DTLA’s future.

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Streamlining Retail Theft Reporting in Long Beach

Retail theft continues to challenge commercial property owners and managers across Long Beach, creating operational disruptions and financial losses. The City of Long Beach is piloting a new program, DirectConnect, designed to simplify the reporting of theft incidents and increase successful prosecutions, providing property teams with a more efficient tool to protect assets.

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Top Takeaways from Our AI and Property Technology Panel

Our Property Technology Committee recently hosted a panel on how AI and smart building tools are transforming commercial real estate. Members learned practical strategies to improve operations, enhance tenant experiences, and position their properties for future market and policy changes.

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Deadline Nearing: Add Your Voice to Measure A Funding Decisions

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Los Angeles County has opened its final round of public comment on Measure A’s $1 billion homelessness and housing budget. This matters for our members because these long-term spending decisions will directly affect neighborhood conditions, encampment resolution, and the overall business environment across the region.

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How DTLA’s 2025 Trends Impact CRE Operations, Leasing, and Strategy

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Downtown LA Alliance’s Q3 2025 market report shows that while major civic investments and new development are reshaping the market, commercial real estate continues to face regulatory, economic, and operational pressures. Understanding these shifts is critical as BOMA/GLA continues advocating for policies that protect property owners and ensure a competitive business environment.

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Proactive Planning in Fire Life Safety Systems-Policy Briefing Friday

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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City Hall Divided Over LAPD Hiring and Fiscal Oversight

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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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