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What’s Next for Measure ULA? Voters May Decide in November

The Los Angeles City Council committee reviewing potential Measure ULA reforms recently decided not to recommend changes to the tax for the November ballot. With the City’s review now complete, attention is turning to the November election and the proposed Taxpayer Protection Act. Throughout the process, BOMA/GLA members helped ensure commercial real estate perspectives were heard through surveys, town halls, and meetings with elected officials.

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Growth Happens When You Show Up

In commercial real estate, opportunities often start with a conversation. A committee meeting can introduce you to a future client. A networking event can connect you with a trusted industry partner. A conference session can lead to a relationship that helps you solve challenges, grow your business, or advance your career.

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Santa Monica Mayor Discusses Self-Certification and CRE Recovery

Santa Monica Mayor Discusses Self-Certification and CRE Recovery Local Legislation, Permitting Our members recently met with Santa Monica Mayor Caroline Torosis to discuss the city’s new self-certification program, economic recovery efforts, and priorities impacting the commercial real estate industry. The discussion provided an opportunity for members to hear directly from city leadership while sharing their…

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Member Voices Help Move Commercial Permitting Reform Forward

state legislative priorities

We’ve heard stories of tenant improvements waiting months for approvals, building upgrades getting delayed, and projects becoming more expensive because of unpredictable permitting timelines. Those member experiences help shape our advocacy priorities—and this past week, they helped drive an important win. AB 2418, a commercial permitting reform bill authored by Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez, recently passed the California State Assembly with unanimous support and now moves to the State Senate for consideration.

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Don’t Miss This CAMS Webinar

Small CAM miscalculations can lead to major revenue impacts across a portfolio. That’s why we are hosting a virtual CAMS Mastery webinar on Thursday, May 28 from 8:30–10:00 AM focused on helping property management professionals strengthen their understanding of Common Area Maintenance calculations, lease interpretation, and defensible recovery strategies.

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What CRE Needs to Know Before the 2026 Primary Election 

Prop. 15 deadline

California’s June 2, 2026 Primary Election includes major state, county, and local races that will shape the business environment across Greater Los Angeles. For commercial real estate, issues like public safety, homelessness, permitting, taxes, infrastructure, and economic competitiveness continue driving many of the conversations surrounding this election.

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Why Restoration Planning Matters Before the Next Emergency

The rapidly growing Sandy Fire in Simi Valley has already burned more than 1,300 acres, forced evacuations across Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, and damaged structures as firefighters continue battling dangerous wind conditions. For commercial real estate owners and property managers, events like this are another reminder that emergency preparedness cannot begin once smoke is already in the air. Whether it’s a wildfire, earthquake, civil unrest event, major water leak, or power disruption, restoration and recovery planning should already be part of your building operations strategy long before an emergency occurs.

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