Security Life Safety
Brazen New Tactic in Loop Bicycle Thefts
Brazen New Tactic in Loop Bicycle Thefts March 5, 2019 BOMA/Chicago property managers and their security teams enjoy a strong partnership with the Chicago Police Department and work diligently to prevent crime on and near their properties. One of the most recent challenges that they are confronting is bicycle theft. Bicycle theft has been…
Read MoreGet the Latest on Security and Preparedness at BOMA/Chicago’s Preparedness Committee Meetings
Get the Latest on Security and Preparedness at BOMA/Chicago’s Preparedness Committee Meetings January 21, 2019 BOMA/Chicago’s Preparedness Committee meets every month and is joined by our public sector partners to discuss the latest issues related to security and preparedness. Is your building represented on the Preparedness Committee? Contact our Director of Government Affairs, Ron Tabaczynski,…
Read MoreThe 411 with the Man from 911: CFD Chief Schroeder Talks about Building Preparedness
The 411 with the Man from 911: CFD Chief Schroeder Talks about Building Preparedness BOMA/Chicago Preparedness Committee Chair Erin Parks with Sterling Bay recently interviewed Chicago Fire Department Deputy District Chief Walter Schroeder, who is celebrating his 30th year anniversary with the Chicago Fire Department. What is your role at the CFD? Chief Schroeder: I conduct education for…
Read MoreFundamentals of Emergency Preparedness in the CBD
Fundamentals of Emergency Preparedness in the CBD Keeping buildings and tenants safe is a top priority – and it begins with proper preparation. A key part of any preparedness plan is fully understanding the resources available in the event of an emergency. To ensure these resources are front and center, we decided to get back…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago’s State of the City Aldermanic Discussion and Luncheon
BOMA/Chicago’s State of the City Aldermanic Discussion and Luncheon BOMA/Chicago was pleased to host some of Chicago’s most esteemed aldermen earlier this month for our annual mid-year luncheon, held at Prime & Provisions in River North. Our City and County Legislative Consultant, Mary Kay Minaghan, moderated the engaging panel discussion focused on the “state of…
Read MorePreparing for the Unthinkable: Workplace Violence [Part 1]
Preparing for the Unthinkable: Workplace Violence [Part 1] Part One of a Two-Part Series By Ron Tabaczynski, BOMA/Chicago Director of Government Affairs Several high-profile, violent incidents across the world in recent months have put security and emergency preparedness on top of the minds for many in the commercial real estate industry. Many building owners and…
Read MoreStay Safe During Bitterly Cold Temperatures and Dangerous Snow Conditions
Stay Safe During Bitterly Cold Temperatures and Dangerous Snow Conditions By Mark Peterson, External Affairs Officer, FEMA Region V CHICAGO – Dangerously low temperatures and accumulating snow are in the forecast for much of the Midwest and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants individuals and families to be safe…
Read MoreWorking with Chicago Police/SWAT in response to a workplace violence incident
Working with Chicago Police/SWAT in response to a workplace violence incident by Mark Kexel, Titan Security Chair of BOMA/Chicago Open Security Emergency Preparedness Committee Having up-to-date resources at your fingertips and strategic planning are critical to effectively responding to building threats, according to Lieutenant Mark Marianovich of the Chicago Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT).…
Read MoreA Key Discussion: Appearance and Reality with Building Security Keys
A Key Discussion: Appearance and Reality with Building Security Keys By Tom Glavin, President of Glavin Security Specialists If you’re a property management professional, you surely spend most of your time managing operating funds, allocating staff and vendor resources and responding to a wide range of tenant service requests. But one other key responsibility is to maintain the…
Read MoreNATO Summit: Five Takeaways for BOMA/Chicago
NATO Summit: Five Takeaways for BOMA/Chicago By Michael Cornicelli, Executive Vice President The NATO Summit held in Chicago last month was one of those rare events that had a major impact on many of us, apart from the important work being done by the NATO delegates there. It was certainly an opportunity to showcase what’s great about Chicago – something I…
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