Posts by cwright@bomachicago.org
Congratulations to BOMA/Chicago’s 2023 International TOBY Winner!
Congratulations to BOMA/Chicago’s 2023 International TOBY Winner! The commercial real estate industry honored 13 commercial properties with The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award at the TOBY Gala on June 27 which was part of the 2023 BOMA International Conference & Expo in Kansas City, MO. This year marked the 37th anniversary of the…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Weighs in on ComEd’s Multi-Year Grid and Rate Plans
BOMA/Chicago Weighs in on ComEd’s Multi-Year Grid and Rate Plans ComEd earlier this year filed a Multi-Year Grid Plan and Multi-Year Rate Plan with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). These plans, outlining capital investments, revenue requirements, and profit increases, will have a direct impact on BOMA/Chicago member buildings. BOMA/Chicago is actively engaged in advocating…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Opposes Increases in Peoples Gas Rate and Design Case
BOMA/Chicago Opposes Increases in Peoples Gas Rate and Design Case Peoples Gas recently filed a rate case with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC), proposing a significant rate increase. The Peoples Gas case includes several key elements that have raised concerns among BOMA/Chicago member buildings, including an estimated 46% increase on delivery charges. Most BOMA/Chicago…
Read MoreNASCAR Chicago Street Race Resources
NASCAR Chicago Street Race Resources The NASCAR Chicago Street Race weekend is the first of its kind for NASCAR. The race will pass through many of Chicago’s most renowned downtown landmarks, on July 1 and July 2. The City of Chicago and NASCAR officials have worked closely to develop a traffic plan that outlines street…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Foundation Welcomes Two New Board of Directors
BOMA/Chicago Foundation Welcomes Two New Board of Directors The BOMA/Chicago Foundation would like to welcome two new board members: Tamala Ballard (EQ Office) and Chuks Okwuje (Design Group JEDI). Both Tamala and Chuks are active members of the Diversity Committee, help with fundraising efforts, attend career days, and more. We look forward to their leadership…
Read MoreShamrock 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…
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