Preparedness
Security Best Practices Library Updated by Preparedness Committee
Security Best Practices Library Updated by Preparedness Committee Is it time to refresh your building’s Response Plans? BOMA/Chicago’s Security Best Practices library provides property management teams with a wide range of security documents that address security or life safety situations commonly faced in commercial office buildings. These best practices can be considered when drafting site-specific…
Read More2024 Advocacy Award Recipients
2024 Advocacy Award Recipients Civic Partner Award: Chicago Police Department Honors a government partner that exemplifies dedication to public service and civic collaboration. BOMA/Chicago is proud to recognize the Chicago Police Department for its vital partnership with BOMA/Chicago’s Preparedness Committee and Public-Private Task Force. During heightened protests and civil unrest due to international conflicts and…
Read More2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Resources
2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Resources The Chicago Street Race is home to the first-ever NASCAR Cup Series street race in the 75-year history of NASCAR. Located in downtown Chicago, the 2024 event will once again take competitors past and through many of the city’s most renowned downtown landmarks on Michigan Avenue, South Columbus Drive,…
Read MoreDemocratic National Convention Resources
Democratic National Convention Resources The Democratic National Convention (DNC) will take place from Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 22, with approximately two weeks of setup beforehand and one week of teardown of security measures afterward. The larger evening events will be hosted at the United Center, while the McCormick Center West will host daytime activities.…
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 MoreCHICAGO MARATHON IS THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
CHICAGO MARATHON IS THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 Street closures in the Grant Park area have begun this week for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 9. TRAFFIC IMPACTS/STREET CLOSURES With street closures prior to and during the race, make sure to allow for extra time, expect delays, or consider alternate routes –…
Read MoreBuilding Members Can Link Exterior Cameras to OEMC
Building Members Can Link Exterior Cameras to OEMC Building Members can help create a safer Chicago by linking exterior cameras to Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) to provide additional points of contact during an emergency. The OEMC’s Private Sector Camera Initiative links Chicago-based organizations, companies, and sister agencies’ camera systems into their…
Read MoreLollapalooza 2022 Overview
Lollapalooza 2022 Overview Dates: July 28-31, 2022 Street Closures: Columbus from Roosevelt to Monroe. Monroe from Michigan to Dusable LSD. All east-west streets from Monroe to Roosevelt / Michigan Ave to Columbus Primary Entrances: Ida B. Wells and Michigan / Columbus and Monroe Show Times: Gates open at 11:00am, with last act ending at 10:00pm…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Foundation Annual Sponsorship Opportunities for 2022
BOMA/Chicago Foundation Annual Sponsorship Opportunities for 2022 The BOMA/Chicago Foundation has launched two new sponsorship opportunities for the 2022 calendar year. Both opportunities are *tax-deductible and the benefits span the entire 2022 calendar year. Your sponsorship will allow you to develop relationships with emerging leaders, connect with diverse job candidates, gain exposure among BOMA/Chicago members,…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago’s Holiday Downtown Ambassador Program A Success
BOMA/Chicago’s Holiday Downtown Ambassador Program A Success BOMA/Chicago’s holiday “Downtown Ambassador” program in the Loop concluded at the end of December. We partnered with CleanSlate to provide the ambassador service. During the program, Ambassadors worked 1,234 hours and patrolled 1,798 miles. Ambassadors also reported there was never a need to contact 911. One of the…
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