Posts Tagged ‘Westside’
From Member Concerns to State Law: BOMA/GLA Celebrates AB 2418
BOMA/GLA’s first sponsored bill has been signed into law – a milestone driven by members speaking up about permitting challenges.
Read MoreWhat Would a Parcel Tax Cost Your Building?
Two measures on the November ballot could add a new annual cost to commercial properties in Pasadena and Culver City. We are hosting a virtual member town hall to explain the proposed taxes and what they could mean for your property.
Read MoreConnecting Building Teams With Local BIDs
Our Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee brought property professionals together for an engaging conversation about a resource close to their buildings: Business Improvement Districts, or BIDs.
Read MoreBOMA at the Bowl: Fueling the Advocacy That Protects CRE
If you’ve been following BOMA/GLA’s advocacy lately, you know there’s a lot happening across Greater Los Angeles. In just the past few weeks, BOMA/GLA has been working to protect the commercial real estate industry from policies that could increase costs, restrict property operations, or set precedents for other cities.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Permitting Reform Clears Legislature After Sacramento Advocacy
BOMA/GLA Permitting Reform Clears Legislature After Sacramento Advocacy Permitting, State Legislation BOMA/GLA-backed permitting reform is one step closer to becoming law—and our members helped get it there. AB 2418, legislation co-sponsored by BOMA/GLA to address lengthy commercial permitting delays, has officially passed the California Legislature and is headed to the Governor’s desk. The milestone comes…
Read MoreOne Tax Falls Short as Others Head to November Ballot
A proposed Long Beach parcel tax that could have placed a significant new cost on commercial and industrial properties will not appear on the November ballot. However, other parcel tax measures across the region are moving forward.
Read MoreNew Culver City Parcel Tax Measure Heads to November Ballot
The Culver City City Council has voted to place a new parcel tax measure to support public schools on the November ballot. If approved by voters, it could significantly increase costs for commercial property owners. The measure would apply a $0.48 per building square foot annual parcel tax on all real estate parcels, including commercial properties, for the next 10 years.
Read MoreCulver City Invests in Business Attraction and Retention
Earlier this month, the Culver City City Council approved an agreement with the Culver City Chamber of Commerce to support business attraction, business retention, and economic development efforts throughout the city.
Read MoreSanta Monica Advances Economic Revitalization Strategy
The Santa Monica City Council recently approved a series of economic revitalization measures aimed at supporting local businesses, activating commercial corridors, and encouraging investment throughout the city.
Read MoreSanta 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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