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Shamrock Shuffle on March 26: Upcoming Street Closures & Parking Restrictions
Shamrock Shuffle on March 26: Upcoming Street Closures & Parking Restrictions The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, an 8K run through downtown Chicago and a 2-mile walk along Chicago’s lakefront, is on Sunday, March 26. Below is information about street closures, parking, and course map. Shamrock Shuffle Street Closures: No parking is allowed on the…
Read MoreCongratulations to the 2023 TOBY and Gold Circle Winners!
Congratulations to the 2023 TOBY and Gold Circle Winners! BOMA/Chicago is excited to announce the winners for the 2023 Gold Circle and Local TOBY Awards! We announced winners at our event on February 1, 2023 at Morgan Manufacturing in Fulton Market. Click here to view all event photos! In This Section Board of DirectorsStaffMember DirectoryNewsMedia…
Read MoreSmart Streets Pilot Program/Smart Loading Zones Pilot Program
Smart Streets Pilot Program/Smart Loading Zones Pilot Program During the January City Council Meeting, Mayor Lightfoot and several aldermanic cosponsors introduced the “Smart Streets Pilot Program and Smart Loading Zone Pilot Program.” This ordinance will create two two-year pilot programs aimed at using technology to discourage drivers from obstructing crosswalks, commercial loading zones, and bike…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Launches Decarb Task Force
BOMA/Chicago Launches Decarb Task Force BOMA/Chicago has launched a Decarb Task Force to review and develop policies related to decarbonization. As the City and State consider policies that will impact existing buildings, the task force will also develop information and resources to educate members and policymakers. For more information about the Decarb Task Force, contact…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Proposes $30 Million Fund for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
BOMA/Chicago Proposes $30 Million Fund for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations BOMA/Chicago has filed three rounds of testimony and multiple briefs with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) to propose a combined $30 million in funding to support the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in commercial office buildings in Chicago. The proposal would allocate funds…
Read MoreCongratulations to Our 2023 Local TOBY Finalists!
Congratulations to Our 2023 Local TOBY Finalists! BOMA/Chicago is excited to announce our finalists for the 2023 Local TOBY Awards! Winners will be announced at the February 1 TOBY Gold Circle Awards Gala. Congratulations to Our TOBY Finalists! In This Section Board of DirectorsStaffMember DirectoryNewsMedia CoverageFor the PressContact Us
Read MoreGovernor Signs Trailer Bill to Clarify Safe-T Act
Governor Signs Trailer Bill to Clarify Safe-T Act Governor Pritzker signed HB 1095, a series of amendments and clarifications to the SAFE-T Act, on December 6. The Safe-T Act was originally passed in 2021 and is scheduled to go into effect January 1, 2023. The newly signed trailer bill includes a series of amendments and…
Read MoreCongratulations to Our 2023 Gold Circle Award Nominees
Congratulations to Our 2023 Gold Circle Award Nominees Congratulations to our 2023 Gold Circle Award nominees! This award honors individual excellence within Chicago’s commercial real estate community. All nominees will be recognized at our TOBY Gold Circle Awards Luncheon on February 1. Affiliate Member of the Year David Lippe Cyclone Energy Group Max Andrews Crescent…
Read MoreCall for Foundation Board Applications
Call for Foundation Board Applications Call for BOMA/Chicago Foundation Board Applications The BOMA/Chicago Foundation Board of Directors will have one open board seat in January 2023. The Board anticipates filling this position in March 2023. If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and statement of interest by January…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Opposes Transfer Tax Increase
BOMA/Chicago Opposes Transfer Tax Increase As part of a coalition of business, real estate, and construction groups, BOMA/Chicago opposes the Bring Chicago Home Transfer Tax proposal. The proposal would increase transfer taxes by 253%, increasing the City’s transfer tax from $5.25 to $14.75 per every $500 of value. While the commercial office industry recognizes the…
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