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Support the “Everyone’s Neighborhood – The Loop” Campaign
Support the “Everyone’s Neighborhood – The Loop” Campaign June 28, 2020 In partnership with the Chicago Loop Alliance, BOMA/Chicago invites all of our buildings to support the “Everyone’s Neighborhood – the Loop” campaign. You can also support the campaign with the phrase: #BackInTheLoop.” The campaign is focused on uniting and promoting the Loop community as tenants…
Read MoreNew City Labor Laws in Effect July 1: Minimum Wage, Fair Work Week and Anti-Retaliation
New City Labor Laws in Effect July 1: Minimum Wage, Fair Work Week and Anti-Retaliation June 24, 2020 Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave This July 1, the minimum wage will increase from $13.00 to either $13.50 or $14.00 per hour (depending on the number of workers at a business). For qualifying employers with 21 or…
Read MoreCity of Chicago and State of Illinois Advance to Phase 4 on Friday, June 26
City of Chicago and State of Illinois Advance to Phase 4 on Friday, June 26 June 23, 2020 The Chicago Mayor and Illinois Governor announced the City and State will both advance to Phase 4 on Friday, June 26. Because the City and State offer varying guidelines, it’s important to note significant differences between…
Read MoreCFD Guidance on Fire and Life Safety Compliance Issues During COVID-19
CFD Guidance on Fire and Life Safety Compliance Issues During COVID-19 June 18, 2020 At this time the Chicago Fire Commissioner has put a moratorium on all high rise building fire drills for the safety of all involved. The moratorium follows the direction of the City of Chicago Health Department, State of Illinois and the CDC as…
Read MorePhase 3 Re-Entry: CTA and Loop Access Open on Wednesday
Phase 3 Re-Entry: CTA and Loop Access Open on Wednesday June 2, 2020 Today, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that Chicago will still reopen on Wednesday, June 3, advancing to Phase 3 of the Mayor’s Be Safe Chicago plan. CTA Schedule and Loop Access While full access to the area will be reintroduced for all Chicagoans, select closures…
Read MoreCity Announces New Precautionary Measures to Ensure Safety of Residents and Peaceful Protests
City Announces New Precautionary Measures to Ensure Safety of Residents and Peaceful Protests May 31, 2020 On Sunday, May 30, the City of Chicago announced new precautionary measures to further ensure the health and safety of residents and the hundreds of peaceful protesters participating in rallies this Sunday. As part of these efforts, the…
Read MoreCoronavirus Resources Roundup
Coronavirus Resources Roundup May 29, 2020 As global concern over the novel coronavirus (now known as COVID-19) increases, there are a number of resources available to provide commercial real estate professionals with credible information on how to mitigate the potential health and business impacts. GOVERNMENTAL UPDATES > City of Chicago Adds Wisconsin, Missouri, North Dakota…
Read MorePremier Partner Spotlight: Maurice Allen with Comcast Business
Premier Partner Spotlight: Maurice Allen with Comcast Business May 27, 2020 Our latest blog post spotlights Maurice Allen, Comcast Business Commercial Market Development Manager. Maurice shares his background, BOMA/Chicago involvement and ways Comcast Buildings supports our building members. Comcast Business is built for speed, flexibility, and performance. Business tenants don’t want just any building. They’re leasing…
Read MoreIllinois General Assembly Passes FY 21 Budget and Adjourns After COVID-19 Shortened Spring Session
Illinois General Assembly Passes FY 21 Budget and Adjourns After COVID-19 Shortened Spring Session May 26, 2020 The Illinois General Assembly has concluded the Spring session which was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Following a marathon session day to pass a full year FY21 operations and capital budget and take action on “session agenda”…
Read MoreIllinois and Chicago Release Guidelines for Re-Entry of Businesses in Phase 3
Illinois and Chicago Release Guidelines for Re-Entry of Businesses in Phase 3 May 26, 2020 On Sunday, March 24, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker released industry-specific guidelines for re-entry of businesses, including guidelines for office buildings, that will apply when the State’s four regions transition into Phase 3 – Recovery under the Governor’s five-phase Restore Illinois plan. The…
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