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Over 450 Attend the CEO Roundtable
Over 450 Attend the CEO Roundtable May 11, 2021 BOMA/Chicago, World Business Chicago, and Chicago Returns hosted a CEO Roundtable on Tuesday, May 11 with more than 450 people participating in the hybrid event. Over 60 attended in-person. Return to office was the focus of the event and speakers included: Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, Opening Remarks…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Launches New Member Database and Online Member Hub
BOMA/Chicago Launches New Member Database and Online Member Hub May 10, 2021 On May 10, BOMA/Chicago launched a new member database to support a more robust online member hub. You should have received an email to provide you with access to the new system, including your member account, member-only documents, and our building and…
Read MoreEnergy and Sustainability Committee Seeking Information About Rider NS
Energy and Sustainability Committee Seeking Information About Rider NS May 9, 2021 BOMA/Chicago’s Energy and Sustainability Committee is currently gathering information from members about ComEd’s rider for nonstandard service (Rider NS). Under Rider NS, ComEd can charge customers for services and facilities that are considered larger, more, or different than what is provided as…
Read MoreHigh-Rise Lighting Ordinance
High-Rise Lighting Ordinance May 9, 2021 A few weeks ago, BOMA/Chicago distributed a building member survey related to an ordinance being considered by the City Council that would require high-rise illuminated signs to be extinguished between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. As a follow up to the survey, here is some additional information about…
Read MoreFree ComEd Energy Efficiency Webinar on May 12
Free ComEd Energy Efficiency Webinar on May 12 May 5, 2021 In response to the many challenges buildings have experienced over the last year and to help you prepare for the return of your tenants to onsite working, the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program team is hosting a webinar on May 12 at 11am CST that will…
Read MoreMajor Renovations, Energy Efficiency, and COVID-19
Major Renovations, Energy Efficiency, and COVID-19 Over the past several months, engineers and contractors have collaborated on new technologies and strategies to mitigate the opportunities to spread COVID-19 in their facilities. Modifications to design standards are becoming more common in the market, including new types of air filters, new applications for UV lighting, and modifications…
Read MoreSenate Committee Holds Hearing on Profitability Audit of Exelon Nuclear Plants
Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Profitability Audit of Exelon Nuclear Plants April 26, 2021 Last week, the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee held a hearing on a recently completed audit of the profitability of Exelon’s nuclear units. The audit, done by Synapse Energy Economics, concluded that with a $355 million subsidy, there would…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago to Launch New Member Database and Online Member Hub on May 10
BOMA/Chicago to Launch New Member Database and Online Member Hub on May 10 April 22, 2021 BOMA/Chicago is launching a new member database in May that will support a more robust online member hub. As we begin the process of launching the new database, certain sections of our website will be impacted, including our…
Read MoreCongratulations to the 2021 TOBY Regional Award Winners!
Congratulations to the 2021 TOBY Regional Award Winners! April 16, 2021 BOMA/Chicago is so proud to announce that six member buildings have won the 2021 North Central Region TOBY Award! The North Central Region includes Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Kentucky. In the commercial real estate industry, the TOBY Award is the most prestigious…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Leaders Discuss CEJA with Representative Ann Williams
BOMA/Chicago Leaders Discuss CEJA with Representative Ann Williams April 12, 2021 BOMA/Chicago’s legislative team has been busy with over 79 energy and utility related bills filed in the 102nd Illinois General Assembly. Over the next several weeks, numerous committee hearings will likely be held on specific bills as well as “subject matter hearings.” The…
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