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Water System Safety
Water System Safety April 17, 2020 As part of the COVID-19 response, the Chicago Department of Buildings is asking building operators to be mindful of water safety in buildings experiencing low or no occupancy. The CDC has published a guidance on building water systems. It can be accessed through this link:Â CDC Guidance for Building…
Read MoreBOMA International Submits Recommendations to Congressional Leadership
BOMA International Submits Recommendations to Congressional Leadership April 16, 2020 On Thursday, April 16, BOMA International sent a letter outlining recommendations to ensure the physical safety and economic security of the commercial buildings sector to congressional leadership as Congress considers additional COVID-19 relief legislation. The letter was signed by BOMA President Henry Chamberlain and Chair Scott…
Read MoreCity of Chicago Defers Tax Payment Due Dates to June 1 for Business Community
City of Chicago Defers Tax Payment Due Dates to June 1 for Business Community April 16, 2020 Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Finance announced on Thursday, April 16 that the City of Chicago will be offering additional financial relief for the business community impacted by COVID-19 by further extending tax payment…
Read MoreCongratulations to the 2020 North Central Region TOBY Award Winners!
Congratulations to the 2020 North Central Region TOBY Award Winners! April 10, 2020 BOMA/Chicago is so proud to announce that all eight of our 2020 local TOBY Award winners have also won the North Central Regional Award. Yes – it is a sweep! The North Central Region includes Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Kentucky. In…
Read MoreRecap of Federal Economic Relief in Response to Coronavirus
Recap of Federal Economic Relief in Response to Coronavirus March 20, 2020 On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, the Senate passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and President Trump signed the bill into law. BOMA/Chicago’s labor law firm, Cozen O’Connor, provided a recap of some of the major provisions of the law which includes…
Read MoreLabor Contract Guidance for Signatory Buildings
Labor Contract Guidance for Signatory Buildings March 20, 2020 False rumors have been circulating to the effect that BOMA/Chicago and SEIU Local 1 have reached an agreement on changes to the collective bargaining agreements between us covering janitorial and security personnel as they relate to compensation for time off and reduced scheduling related to the…
Read MoreAssessor Kaegi’s Office Suspends Assessment Notice Mailings and Deadlines
Assessor Kaegi’s Office Suspends Assessment Notice Mailings and Deadlines March 20, 2020 Effective March 19, 2020, Assessor Kaegi announced the temporary suspension of assessment notice mailings and appeal deadlines. This suspension will remain in place until further notice while the office remains closed to the public. Customer service via phone is currently unavailable. Property…
Read MoreGovernor Pritzker Signs State Stay at Home Order; Building Management and Maintenance Categorized as Essential Infrastructure
Governor Pritzker Signs State Stay at Home Order; Building Management and Maintenance Categorized as Essential Infrastructure March 20, 2020 Governor JB Pritzker announced today he signed a statewide stay at home order, aiming to keep new cases of COVID-19 from rapidly increasing and ensure the state’s health care system remains fully operational to treat patients…
Read MoreBlood & Food Donations Urgently Needed in Chicagoland Community Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Blood & Food Donations Urgently Needed in Chicagoland Community Amid COVID-19 Pandemic March 18, 2020 Blood & Food Donations Urgently Needed in Chicagoland Community Right now, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world and our Chicagoland community faces unprecedented challenges. We currently have severe shortages in blood donations and the economic impact…
Read MoreA Note from Michael Cornicelli Regarding BOMA/Chicago Operations and Events
A Note from Michael Cornicelli Regarding BOMA/Chicago Operations and Events March 16, 2020 At BOMA/Chicago, we are making every effort to respond to the COVID-19 crisis in sensible and meaningful ways. The BOMA/Chicago staff is closely monitoring events and new announcements. We will continue to keep you informed of the latest developments through emails…
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