Advocacy
Peoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Peoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 Peoples Gas has filed a general rate case seeking a $202.3 million increase, with new rates likely to take effect in early 2027. The proposal includes raising the company’s return on equity to 10.1%, up from the…
Read MoreComed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Comed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 ComEd has submitted its next Multi-Year Integrated Grid Plan to the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC), outlining proposed investments and system needs for 2028–2031. The filing succeeds the current Grid Plan, which runs through 2027, and is intended to maintainsystem reliability…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Backed Property Tax Transparency Bill Moves Forward
BOMA/Chicago Backed Property Tax Transparency Bill Moves Forward Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 BOMA/Chicago’s push for greater transparency in property assessments took an important step forward this spring with the advancement of House Bill 1818, sponsored by State Representative Curtis Tarver. The legislation aims to modernize outdated practices in the Cook County Assessor’s…
Read MoreRequest Your ComEd Rider NS Report Now
Request Your ComEd Rider NS Report Now BOMA/Chicago building members with Nonstandard Facilities Charges (“Rider NS”) should request their Rider NS Annual Report from their ComEd representative as soon as possible before March 1, 2026. This new reporting requirement is the direct result of BOMA/Chicago’s advocacy – funded through BOMA/Chicago’s Industry Defense Fund – to reduce costs…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Statement on the City of Chicago FY2026 Budget
BOMA/Chicago Statement on the City of Chicago FY2026 Budget BOMA/Chicago applauds the Chicago City Council for passing a balanced budget that eliminates the head tax and that funds pensions to protect Chicago’s credit rating. For the second year in a row, Mayor Johnson has failed to address the City’s structural deficit and instead tried to…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Submits Gas Incentive Proposal to ICC
BOMA/Chicago Submits Gas Incentive Proposal to ICC BOMA/Chicago submitted a legislative incentive proposal to the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) through the Future of Gas Workshop process. The proposal outlines a new incentive to help large buildings reduce energy use and emissions in a cost-effective, practical way. Under ICC oversight, gas and electric utilities would be…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Advocates for Fairer Property Taxes
BOMA/Chicago Advocates for Fairer Property Taxes BOMA/Chicago has formally submitted public comments and recommendations to the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) as part of the agency’s upcoming Property Tax System Study, required under Public Act 103 1002 and scheduled for release on July 1, 2026. This study represents a significant opportunity to shape long-term improvements…
Read MoreCongratulations to Jan Goldsmith, our 2025 Industry Champion Award Recipient!
Congratulations to Jan Goldsmith, our 2025 Industry Champion Award Recipient! Join us in congratulating Jan Goldsmith (Zeller), who received this year’s Industry Champion Award! Jan has served on the Codes Committee for 20 years. During her tenure, she has built strong relationships with City departments, resolved operational challenges for member buildings, and advanced building code…
Read MoreVictory for Building Data Access: HB3312 Passes in Veto Session
Victory for Building Data Access: HB3312 Passes in Veto Session BOMA/Chicago, in partnership with the Illinois Green Alliance, successfully advocated for the Utility Data Access Act (HB3312), which was passed as part of the comprehensive Energy Omnibus Bill during the Illinois General Assembly’s Veto Session. This legislation requires utilities to provide whole-building energy data to…
Read MoreEnergy Omnibus Bill Passes Both Houses in Veto Session
Energy Omnibus Bill Passes Both Houses in Veto Session The Energy Omnibus bill (SB 25) passed both houses of the Illinois General Assembly during Veto Session, and the Governor is expected to sign the legislation into law. This bill is one of the most significant updates to Illinois’ energy policy in recent years. SB 25…
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