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LA SIGN ORDINANCE DELAYED BY COUNCIL

With voices from both the residential and business community requesting a delay, the L.A. City Council recently put off their vote on the sign ordinance until September.

The Council sought to allow time for the newly-elected City Attorney and Council Member to review the reports, while also working through some of the more contentious issues such as streamlining the enforcement process, and determining the legality of current billboards throughout the City.  Other important issues include a possible increase of billboard permit fees, and a review of proposed sign district areas.

BOMA/GLA is part of a coalition which had been pressing for the separation of the issue of on-site signage from that of billboards and supergraphic signs. While this was not accomplished at the hearing, the delay provides more time for the business coalition to press for removal of some of the more onerous provisions.

For a short summary of the ordinance provisions affecting office buildings, click here.

For the most recent City of L.A. staff report comparing current provisions with recommended changes, click here.
 

THE BOMA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER

As a commercial real estate professional, you are on the front lines of today's financial turbulence. For every building type, across the board, the challenges are immense. But there are opportunities in every economic climate. Get connected with the experts and strategies specifically designed to help you survive this market cycle at the 2009 BOMA International Conference and The Office Building Show, June 28-30, Philadelphia, PA. Flexible registration options are available. Register today!

BOMA/GLA MEMBERS TO RECEIVE RATE REDUCTION FROM SCE

In addition to the rate reduction already negotiated for Edison office building customers, BOMA/GLA has learned that electricity rates scheduled to take effect in October 2009 will be lower than expected.

BOMA Cal anticipated the average rate to be 13.85 cents per Kilowatt hour.  The SCE revisions now imply an average rate of 12.75 cents per KWh - a substantial reduction. This means a rate increase of only 1.1% over rates currently in effect versus an increase of 9.8% that was previously expected.

The reason for the reduced rate projection is a major reduction in state Department of Water Resources costs of power.

INTRODUCING BOMA BEAT: THE NEW BOMA/GLA QUARTERLY PUBLICATION

We are pleased to announce the new BOMA Beat, a cutting-edge quarterly newsletter, offering a portable way to gain important industry information and communicate with your BOMA/GLA colleagues and clients.
 
BOMA Beat provides members with a brief update on the association's activities in the areas of advocacy, education and networking. BOMA Beat - Spring 2009

LA EVACUATION ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE DATE ANNOUNCED

As you know, BOMA/GLA has been very involved for several years in the creation and implementation of the City of L.A. Evacuation Ordinance.  It was recently finalized by the City Council, and the effective date is June 1, 2009.

Attached is a short “frequently asked questions” or FAQ highlighting what owners must do to comply with the new evacuation provisions. Many of the earlier requirements are still in effect, such as the submission of an evacuation manual and annual fire drills. The main focus of the new ordinance is to enhance the training of the Fire Safety Director and Floor Wardens, who play a crucial role in emergency situations in the building.

Click Here for a copy of the Final Highrise Evac. Ordinance

As the memo indicates, questions can be directed to LAFD Inspector Michael Webb at 213-978-3606 or Michael.Webb@lacity.org.

Click Here for "frequently asked questions"
 

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