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September 9 Downtown Security Update
September 9 Downtown Security Update September 9, 2020 On September 9, 2020, BOMA/Chicago received a brief security update from the Mayor’s office that included the following information: Protest Update: There were no protests of major concern this past weekend and none resulted in large scale police action, although we were prepared with City assets throughout…
Read MoreApply for the Needs-Based RPA/FMA Full Designation Scholarship
Apply for the Needs-Based RPA/FMA Full Designation Scholarship 2021 Full Designation Application Season The BOMA/Chicago Foundation’s Full Designation Scholarship is a needs-based opportunity that provides the $10,000 full tuition for all eight classes leading to either the RPA or FMA designation. The application for the 2021 Full Designation Scholarship is now available. Click here to download the packet…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Invited to Participate in Governor’s Working Energy Group
BOMA/Chicago Invited to Participate in Governor’s Working Energy Group September 8, 2020 After an initial postponement due to COVID, and a secondary delay in the wake of the ComEd Legislative scandal, Governor Pritzker has called for a resumption of the energy working groups. BOMA/Chicago was appointed to the Industrial/Buildings Working Group which will begin meeting on October 13. Some of the issues…
Read MoreUpdate on Security Briefings with Mayor’s Office and CPD
Update on Security Briefings with Mayor’s Office and CPD August 27, 2020 Last week, representatives from BOMA/Chicago’s Board and Preparedness Advisory Group met with the Office of the Mayor and the Chicago Police Department (CPD). As you know, the Mayor recently announced a plan to improve the City’s response to large public safety events, and…
Read MoreNew Building Commissioner Introduced to BOMA/Chicago Codes Committee
New Building Commissioner Introduced to BOMA/Chicago Codes Committee August 26, 2020 Newly appointed Chicago Building Commissioner Matthew Beaudet will meet with the BOMA/Chicago Codes Committee on Thursday, August 27. Beaudet was appointed by Mayor Lori Lightfoot last month after the retirement of Commissioner Judith Frydland retired. Commissioner Beaudet is no stranger to the Codes…
Read MoreState of Illinois Updates Safety Guidelines for Restaurants and Bars Effective August 26
State of Illinois Updates Safety Guidelines for Restaurants and Bars Effective August 26 August 26, 2020 To further prevent spread, face coverings use will be required during interactions with wait staff and food service workers. On August 25, the State of Illinois announced revised guidelines for restaurants and bar establishments statewide to operate safely and…
Read MoreGovernor Pritzker Issues “Clean Energy Principles”
Governor Pritzker Issues “Clean Energy Principles” August 24, 2020 On Friday, August 1, Governor Pritzker released a report on his Administration’s “Clean Energy Principles” to serve as a framework to develop a comprehensive energy bill that will enable Illinois to transition to 100% renewable, clean energy sources. The primary eight principles are as follows: 1. Strengthen Utility…
Read MoreChicago Police Deparment Seeking Video and Other Information Related to August 10 Looting
Chicago Police Deparment Seeking Video and Other Information Related to August 10 Looting August 11, 2020 The Chicago Police Department Crime Prevention and Information Center (CPIC) and the Chicago Police Department Area 3 Detective Division are actively working to document and investigate the criminal acts of looting, vandalism and violence that occurred in the…
Read MoreNewly Approved State Mandates on “Face Coverings” and “Limited Gatherings”
Newly Approved State Mandates on “Face Coverings” and “Limited Gatherings” August 11, 2020 This afternoon the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (“JCAR”) approved an emergency rulemaking of the Illinois Department of Public Health (“IDPH”) to provide for local enforcement against any business that fails to ensure its patrons comply with: (a) the Governor’s face covering executive…
Read MoreSevere Weather Advisory for Chicago Today Until 7 pm
Severe Weather Advisory for Chicago Today Until 7 pm August 10, 2020 Severe thunderstorm activity is expected between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. in Northern Illinois and the Chicago area with the potential for strong winds up to 100 miles per hour. Members are advised to take necessary precautions to secure buildings and construction…
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