Coronavirus
BOMA/Chicago Presents Chicago Returns Week May 2-6
BOMA/Chicago Presents Chicago Returns Week May 2-6 Chicago Returns Week May 2-May 6: Celebrate the end of the pandemic and a return of Chicago’s downtown to the vibrant business district that is once again full of opportunity, connections, and culture. Emphasize the importance of well-being that comes from being in the office, including the amazing…
Read MoreCongrats to Maureen Mwangi, the BOMA/Chicago Foundation’s 2022 Full Designation Scholarship Recipient!
Congrats to Maureen Mwangi, the BOMA/Chicago Foundation’s 2022 Full Designation Scholarship Recipient! Congratulations to Maureen Mwangi, Lincoln Property Company, who was named the BOMA/Chicago Foundation’s 2022 Full Designation Scholarship recipient! Maureen has already taken her first RPA class, Law & Risk Management. Her scholarship will cover all eight required RPA classes (worth $10,000)! Maureen is…
Read MoreCity to Lift Mask, Vaccine Mandates on February 28
City to Lift Mask, Vaccine Mandates on February 28 Mayor Lightfoot announced today, Tuesday, February 22, that both indoor mask and vaccine mandates will be lifted with some restrictions. Masks will continue to be required in health care settings, on public transit, and in other congregate settings. As the City transitions its mitigation measures to…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Launches “Be Part of the Art” on Lasalle Street
BOMA/Chicago Launches “Be Part of the Art” on Lasalle Street Building Members: Scroll to the end to download a Captivate Screen to promote to your tenants! The Building Owners and Managers Association of Chicago (BOMA/Chicago), in partnership with Torque, announced the launch of a creative art infusion, “Be Part of the Art,” on South Lasalle…
Read MoreCity Announces Vaccine Mandate for Restaurants, Bars, and Gyms
City Announces Vaccine Mandate for Restaurants, Bars, and Gyms The City of Chicago today announced vaccine requirements for restaurants, bars, gyms, and other indoor public areas. Below is information about the new requirements relevant to offices. The requirement goes into effect January 3, 2022. It is focused on dining, fitness, and entertainment venues where food…
Read MoreUpdate on New OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards Regarding Vaccine Mandates
Update on New OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards Regarding Vaccine Mandates On November 4, 2021, OSHA issued Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) rules mandating companies with at least 100 employees implement a vaccination or testing mandate for all their workers. A PowerPoint provided by our partners at Cozen O’Conner goes into more detail and can be downloaded…
Read MoreGold Circle Award Profile: Andre Wiggins, 2021 Property Management Professional of the Year
Gold Circle Award Profile: Andre Wiggins, 2021 Property Management Professional of the Year Andre Wiggins, Senior Vice President, General Manager with MB Real Estate at the Daley Center, was named 2021 Property Management Professional of the Year. How did you get started in the commercial real estate industry? I first got introduced to the…
Read MoreGold Circle Award Profile: Jason Sikora, 2021 Affiliate Member of the Year
Gold Circle Award Profile: Jason Sikora, 2021 Affiliate Member of the Year Jason Sikora, Business Development Manager with Allied Universal, was named 2021 Affiliate Member of the Year. What was your first paying job? I had my first semi-legitimate job was I was about 13. I worked with a bunch of other kids going to…
Read MoreGold Circle Award Profile: Kurt Anderson, 2021 Building Engineer of the Year
Gold Circle Award Profile: Kurt Anderson, 2021 Building Engineer of the Year Kurt Anderson, Chief Building Engineer with Zeller at 401 North Michigan Avenue, was named 2021 Building Engineer of the Year. Tell us about your involvement in the commercial real estate industry and Local 399. How did you start out? How long have been…
Read MoreBridge Phase Guidelines Offer Higher Occupancy Caps and a New Vaccine Exemption.
Bridge Phase Guidelines Offer Higher Occupancy Caps and a New Vaccine Exemption. May 24, 2021 The State of Illinois and City of Chicago are currently in the Bridge Phase, which uses most of the same operational guidelines as Phase 4 but has higher occupancy caps and a new Vaccine Exemption. The State is anticipated…
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