Public Safety
City Hall Divided Over LAPD Hiring and Fiscal Oversight
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.
Read MoreHow LA’s Civilian Responders Could Affect Commercial PropertiesÂ
Los Angeles is testing a new safety program that sends unarmed civilian teams instead of LAPD officers to some non-violent calls. These teams, made up of clinicians and outreach workers, respond 24/7 to issues like welfare checks, public intoxication, and disturbances, which could affect how quickly and effectively incidents are handled on or near commercial properties.
Read MoreActive Shooter Preparedness Seminar: Essential Training for Commercial Real Estate
Being ready for emergencies is more important than ever. As a commercial real estate professional, you play a key role in keeping your buildings, tenants, staff, and visitors safe. Join us on September 24, 2025, for our Active Shooter Preparedness Seminar to learn practical, life-saving strategies for protecting your properties.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Members Meet with DA Hochman on Prop 36’s ImpactÂ
In a powerful show of engagement, nearly 20 BOMA/GLA members sat down with newly elected LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman to discuss Proposition 36.
Read MoreMayor Signs LA Budget: More LAPD Recruits, But Service Cuts Remain
Mayor Karen Bass signed the budget on Friday and announced a deal with the City Council to bring back LAPD hiring.
Read MoreDTLA Street Closures and Curfews: What You Need to Know
As demonstrations and protests continue, it’s especially important for property professionals to stay informed about street closures and curfews in Downtown LA.
Read MoreNewsom’s Budget Snub of Prop 36 Raises Concerns Over Retail Crime and Property Management
Prop 36, which voters strongly supported last year, boosts penalties for repeat retail theft and fentanyl dealers and requires drug treatment for some nonviolent drug offenders. Even though law enforcement and the state’s attorney general want funding for Prop 36, Newsom’s budget doesn’t include any.
Read MoreWhat the Olympics Means for Long Beach CRE: Highlights from Councilmember Duggan’s Town HallÂ
Councilmember Kristina Duggan recently led an engaging town hall in Long Beach, where the community got a firsthand look at how the city is gearing up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Read MoreMayor Bass Proposes Major Cuts to Close Budget Gap—CRE Industry Could Feel the Effects
Los Angeles is facing a nearly $1 billion budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, and Mayor Karen Bass is proposing 1,647 layoffs along with several department consolidations to close the gap.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocacy Staff Attends CCA’s Event with DA Nathan Hochman: Key TakeawaysÂ
BOMA/GLA Advocacy staff attended a Central City Association’s (CCA) event featuring Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. DA Hochman shared his strategic vision for enhancing public safety and addressing pressing issues in Los Angeles County.
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