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BOMA Seattle King County ENewsletter December 2011

Welcome to the December edition of the BOMA Seattle E-Newsletter.
This is a great way for members to share the latest news and communicate with other members.


Links to articles:

Breaking News – Favorable changes to the new luminous stair marking requirements

The ADA Standards have Changed…Is Your Building Compliant?
BOMA Member of the Month: Scott Barron, Botanical Designs
Education News, Upcoming BOMI Classes in 2012
NEEA’s BetterBricks and the City of Seattle announce:
LIVE and in person! Free Energy Benchmarking Workshop
BOMI International has several options for you to further your career and enhance your resume
BOMA Int’l E-Seminars
Fire Safety Coffee Break Training
A Call To Support our Industry
News from BOMA International:
FASB/IASB Propose to Exempt Lessors From New Lease Accounting Requirements
What is BOMA 360?
BOMA 360 Case Study of the Month
Have you registered for the 2012 Conference?
The Outstanding Building of the Year® (TOBY®)
Good News for TOBY Regional Winners Applying for BOMA 360
BOMA Launches “Fellows Program” – Nominations Now Open!
 
Presenting our BOMA Seattle King County December ENews



Upcoming December Event:
BOMA Seattle King County Holiday Party:


Join us for the 2011 BOMA Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 13th - 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Arctic Club Dome Room - Seattle     

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Breaking News – Favorable changes to the new luminous stair marking requirements


 
Luminous Stair Markings

BOMA has won an important change in the Washington State regulations for luminous stair marking requirements for existing hi-rise buildings.
 
On Friday, November 18, 2011 the State Building Code Council passed an emergency rule changing the previous state code adoption requirement for retroactive installation of luminous stair markings in hi-rise buildings (see important details below).  Testimony was received by several interested parties.  I testified for all BOMA members in Washington State.
 
Details of the emergency rule:
1.      There is a 40 comment period before the new rule can take effect.
2.      The legislature does not have to act on an emergency rule to take effect.
3.      The emergency rule as now passed includes an exemption to the luminous stair markings requirement as it applies to hi-rise buildings that were built to the egress codes in effect at the time of construction (this means most all hi-rise buildings)
4.      Bellevue and Seattle fire officials have indicated that they will adopt the new rule and therefore, most hi-rises will no longer be required to retroactively install the luminous markings.
 
Hi-rise buildings are among the safest in the built environment.  Life safety issues are the highest priority to all BOMA members and BOMA works with code officials at all levels of government to bring forward the most feasible recommendations. 

A side issue of concern to many has been the trip and fall hazard that the ridged material might create on the leading edge of each stair trend.  The requirement to install marking on the leading edge was one of the items that drove the cost higher as many believe the paint or tape will not stand up to foot traffic as has been experienced in buildings in New York where the requirement was first implemented.  The next fire code cycle review might look at a less expensive and less hazardous solution that would consider markings that run down the outside edges of the stairs.
 
The current fire code (IFC) national review cycle (2010 fire code) ends in the fall of 2012.  The State then reviews the 2010 code and considers any changes (this would occur in 2013).  The luminous stair markings requirement for existing buildings could be re-considered during this process.  It is possible that an alternative requirement mention above might emerge.  Some feel this might be an alternative that has merit and a cost that would make it feasible to consider.
  

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The ADA Standards have Changed…Is Your Building Compliant?



Photo by Wavebreak Media Ltd

Revised ADA Regulations - 2010 ADA Standards
Impacts on New Construction and Renovation/Alteration
Mandatory Implementation March 15, 2012
 
Top Concerns for BOMA Members
Considerations in the design and construction of substantial renovations or alterations in existing buildings:
·         Front and Side Reach Ranges
o   New limits on counter heights and placement of elements such as faucets, towel and soap dispensers, water fountains, shelves, coat hooks, etc.
·         Employee Work Spaces
o   Increased accessible common use circulation paths
·         Restrooms
o   Increased turning spaces and clearances for wheelchair access
·         Wheelchairs and Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices
o   Wheelchairs must be permitted in all areas open to pedestrian use
o   Increased wheelchair turning spaces and clearances – work spaces and restrooms
o   Power-driven mobility devices like Segway®PT must be permitted in most cases
·         Accessible Routes
o   Must be located in same areas as exterior and interior general circulation paths
·         Elevators
o   Alterations to one elevator triggers alterations for ALL elevators serving that space
·         Parking Garages
o   All pedestrian direct connections to another facility must be accessible
o   Additional van accessible spaces required
·         Communication Services
o   Video remote interpreting (VRI) and other auxiliary aids may be used to provide effective communication
·         Service Animals
o   Expanded coverage for individuals using dogs for specific tasks
·         Fitness Centers, Exercise Rooms, Spas, Saunas, and Swimming Pools
o   Accessible routes, clear floor space for equipment and facility access by persons in wheelchairs, and accessible pool entries/exits now required

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BOMA Member of the Month: Scott Barron, Botanical Designs



Scott Barron, Botanical Designs

By Taraneh Guidry, BOMA Staff

Scott has been the President and Owner of Botanical Designs for 17 years. His company has been a member of BOMA since 2000 and a Platinum Sustaining Partner since 2008. He has been awarded BOMA’s Associate Member of the year in 2008 and received the Outstanding Service Award in 2009.

Botanical Designs does Interior and Exterior Landscape Design, Maintenance, Floral Artistry and Holiday Décor.

Scott has participated in BOMA’s Community Outreach Committee for the past eight years. In 2011 he has become the Chair of this committee which focuses on BOMA’s commitment to community outreach. Such charity organizations include The Ryther Child Center and the DESC (Downtown Emergency Services Center).

Scott is also involved in the PAC (Political Action Committee), and is the PAC Chairman for the 2012 BOMA International Convention. Botanical Designs is a contributor to the PAC for the 2012 Conference.

BOMA Seattle King County is so thankful to have a great example of an actively involved associate member such as Scott Barron and Botanical Designs.
 
We had the opportunity to chat with Scott on the phone about his participation in BOMA. Here are a few questions I had, and his responses:

BOMA: What is your favorite thing about BOMA?
Scott: “BOMA has a balanced, diversified way of mixing education, networking and activities in a fun way. My favorite thing about BOMA is the shared interest with a diversified base of members.”
 
BOMA: What are you most excited about being involved with BOMA?
Scott: “Botanical Designs strives to be a part of the fabric of the community. BOMA provides great opportunities for us to give back to the community that we live in.”

BOMA: What would you say to someone that is trying to become more involved and wants to be on a committee? Where do they get started?
Scott: “Sit on a committee to get a feel for what it’s about. If you are a contributor to BOMA’s culture, then you will get the most out of it. Don’t just go to the lunches; get involved in committees and activities. Find something that you can be passionate about, and then you will enjoy being involved.”

For more information on BOMA Committees, please visit our website: www.bomaseattle.org
For more information about the services Botanical Designs offers, please visit their website: http://www.botanicaldesigns.com/
 

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Education News
Upcoming BOMA Seattle class offerings in 2012

 


Photo by 123rf.com

Make a New Year's Resolution to improve your career, it starts with getting certifications and designations

These classes are offered only once this year:

January/February:
RPA/FMA Required Course:
Real Estate Investment & Finance
(next time this will be offered will be in 2014)
30 Real Estate Clock Hours
January 25, February 1, 8, 15th
 

Dates: Wednesdays - January 25, February 1, 8, 15

Time: 8:30am-4pm

Instructor: Tom Wallin, CCIM, CPM, RPA, Leibsohn & Company

Location: 520 Pike Tower, 12th Floor, Building Auditorium
More Info

Registration Form

March
BOMA International Presents:

Foundations of Real Estate Management

30 Real Estate Clock Hours

(Upon passing, can qualify for competency as a BOMI RPA Elective)

Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th, 2012

Instructors:

Earl Wayman, RPA®, Kidder Mathews

Coleen Spratt, Common Wealth Partners

Paul Favro, SMA®, RPA®, Vance Corporation

Rod Kauffman, RPA®, BOMA Seattle

Location: Tower Building Conference Room, Suite 403, 1809 7th Ave.

More Info
Registration Form

April/May:

 

RPA/FMA Requirement

Environmental Health & Safety Issues (next time will be offered will be in 2014)
30 Real Estate Clock Hours

Dates: Tues/Thurs - April 17, 19, 24, 26, May 1, 3, 8, (Not on May 10th) and May 15 2012

Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm each session

Instructor: David Leonard, MSPH, CIH, University of Washington

Location: All April dates: Plaza 600, 600 Stewart # 205
All May dates: 720 Olive bldg, 10th Flr Conf Room.

More Info
Registration Form

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NEEA’s BetterBricks and the City of Seattle announce:
LIVE and in person! Free Energy Benchmarking Workshop


Energy Benchmarking Using ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager
Learn the essential elements of successful energy management!
 
COMPUTER BASED WORKSHOP
 
University of Washington
Mary Gates Hall, Rm 044
Seattle, WA 98195
 
All workshops are 4 hours of hands-on instruction at a computer station.
Class is from 8-noon

December 15th - http://esbworkshop3.eventbrite.com/
 
Get prepared to comply with Seattle’s Building Energy Benchmarking and Reporting Program.
·         Buildings greater than 10,000 sf and multifamily with five units or more are required to benchmark by April 1, 2012.
·         Buildings greater than 50,000 sf were required to benchmark by October 3rd, 2011.
 

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BOMI International has several options for you to further your career and enhance your resume:


Certificate Programs
Expand your knowledge and accelerate your career with a BOMI International certificate program. No matter what your experience, your aspirations, or your schedule, we have a program track that can take your career to the next level.

If you would like to gain knowledge, recognition, or establish a foundation for a future designation program, a BOMI International certificate program is right for you. Ideal for students who are new to the commercial real estate industry or are upgrading their skills, the certificate program provides credit for academic accomplishments and is a good way to begin your journey toward a BOMI International designation. View our Certificate Chart which outlines course requirements.

Find out more about our certificate programs:

Designation Programs

Our designation programs are recognized as a mark of distinction and excellence throughout the industry. No matter which designation you pursue, you will benefit from time-tested courses and a proven curriculum that can help you successfully tackle the demands of an increasingly complex profession with confidence and authority.
You may finish a BOMI International designation program as quickly as in 2 years, assuming you take one course per quarter. We also recognize the fact that many prospective students may have considerable work experience and/or previous education which may be used towards one of our designations programs. The requirements are outlined under Competency Credits and Transfer Credits.
Find out more about our designation programs:

 
Follow this link to view our Interactive Designation Chart  or click here  to view a PDF format.  Both outline all the course requirements associated with our Designations.
 

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BOMA Int’l E-Seminars

e-Seminars are electronic seminars delivered over the Internet using full motion video, audio and graphics. Unlike classroom seminars, e-Seminars are available anytime and anywhere you have an Internet connection. Eliminate travel and other costs associated with attending classroom seminars.
More Info

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Fire Safety Coffee Break Training

The U.S. Fire Administration introduces "Coffee Break Training", a series of skill-enhancing training bulletins for the busy property professional to enjoy and educate during their coffee break. Bulletins are only one page and are updated every Tuesday. For more information on this free program click HERE or go to http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/.

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A Call To Support our Industry
By Tom Sante, Chair, BOMA PAC Washington State

As we approach the 20th anniversary of the BOMA PAC of Washington State (Political Action Committee), I wanted to observe what the BOMA PAC represents, the importance of having access to our elected officials and the value that this access has in protecting the interests of Commercial Real Estate. 

When we started the BOMA PAC of Washington State in 1992, we had $2,000 to contribute toward campaigns of Washington state level candidates.  Since that time, our BOMA PAC has increased the reserve to $80,000 through the generous contributions from BOMA companies, individuals and special fund raising events.  Current PAC funds available for the 2012 election top $50,000. 

The BOMA PAC of Washington State was in 1992 with the PAC Charter representing the BOMA local associations in Seattle/King County, Spokane, Tacoma (now called South Puget Sound) with BOMA Tri-Cities joining more recently. BOMA members from each of the locals represented are members of the BOMA PAC Board.  
 
Initially the BOMA PAC was established to support state-wide candidates about the issues that impact the commercial real estate industry and were inclined to support the success of our industry.  In recent years, the PAC has expanded to allow contributions to candidates for local and county offices as well.  As an independent Political Action Committee, BOMA PAC supports both Democrat and Republican candidates. We accomplish this support in a number of ways, but our most successful strategy is meeting with candidates directly to communicate BOMA’s key issues at lunches organized by our BOMA state lobbyist, Mark Gjurasic.
 
Mark Gjurasic is one of the most respected lobbyists in Olympia, and has represented the interests of BOMA members for over 30 years.  We expanded our lobbying efforts five ago and have added advocacy consultants with the City of Seattle (Catherine Stanford) and in King County outside of Seattle (odd Woosley). 
 
Mark, Catherine and Todd track all issues that have an impact on our industry. They recommend BOMA PAC contributions to candidates that support the Commercial Real Estate Industry and they expend a tremendous amount of effort to keep BOMA members well informed about potential risks opportunities that may impact Commercial Real Estate. Each year the BOMA PAC of Washington supports the campaigns of some 40-50 candidates with proven track records or who are likely to support our industry.  Additionally, the PAC contributes to support or defeat initiatives impacting our industry.
 
Each year the BOMA PAC of Washington requests voluntary contributions from its members.  Companies and individuals can make contributions without limitations. Your support of the BOMA PAC of Washington State helps us advance the careers of elected officials who know the importance of building and maintaining a strong and vital office, industrial and retail marketplace.  As a result of that support, we are able to contribute to those who most support our industry.

Supporting candidates who demonstrate concern about a healthy business environment and understand the importance of strong commercial real estate investments has yielded impressive results. 

Some examples of  the value of having access to our state representatives include:
·         successfully helping the Janitorial Industry avoid a Sales Tax on Services
·         avoiding  split role property taxation
·         negotiating reasonable security guard training regulations
·        negotiating more reasonable electrical licensing requirements for Building Engineers
·        helping secure fair and reasonable building codes and regulations
 
As your PAC Chair, I want to thank our three Lobbyists; Mark Gjurasic, Catherine Stanford and Todd Woosley for their ongoing outstanding efforts.  Additionally I would like to thank Rod Kauffman and his staff, Lyn Krizanich, as chair and the members of BOMA’s Advocacy Committee, my co-chair for the Suburban Cities Committee, Bruce Nurse and the committee members, and the efforts of our counterparts from Spokane, Tri-Cities and South Puget Sound.  And…most importantly, the many BOMA member companies and individuals who have provided the financial support to help the BOMA PAC move forward in the defense of our Commercial Real Estate Industry.  Thank you all. –Tom Sante

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News from BOMA International:
FASB/IASB Propose to Exempt Lessors From New Lease Accounting Requirements

As part of their ongoing revision of a controversial Aug. 2010 lease accounting proposal, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) late last month tentatively agreed to exclude commercial property owners from pending new requirements that real estate leases and other types of assets be capitalized on a company’s balance sheet. Under the Oct. 21, 2011 proposed Accounting Standards Update — now out for public comment until Jan. 5, 2012 — a lessor would be allowed to measure its investment properties at fair value by electing the fair value model under IAS 40, Investment Property.

The boards believed this exception was necessary for lessors of multitenant real estate; however, this scope exception could include more than just multitenant real estate. Unfortunately, commercial property tenants would remain subject to the pending new lease accounting requirements, which would eliminate off-balance-sheet treatment for operating leases and re-characterize the income-producing real estate business as a financing business on financial statements.  The FASB and IASB are expected to allow for further comment on most, if not all of the initial Aug. 2010 exposure draft.

BOMA will continue to monitor FASB and provide updates and additional resource materials.

 

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What is BOMA 360?




BOMA 360 is a groundbreaking program that evaluates six major areas of building operations and management and benchmarks a building’s performance against industry standards. Applicants must achieve the required number of points to be recognized as a BOMA 360 Performance Building. Only occupied commercial office buildings and industrial buildings are eligible for the BOMA 360 Performance Program designation. Additionally, there are four prerequisites that must be met to apply for the designation. Applications for the BOMA 360 Performance Program may be submitted at any time during the year, with designations conferred quarterly. There is an application fee that is tiered based on the property’s total square footage. The designation requires renewal every 3 years. A nine-member, independent BOMA 360 Performance Program Council has been appointed to confer the designations, provide administrative oversight and to provide continuous review and updates to keep the program current with industry best practices and standards.

 

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BOMA 360 Case Study of the Month


 

Image from BOMA International
330 North Wabash, Chicago, IL

330 North Wabash: Designated for Success
330 North Wabash, a 1.5 million square foot mixed-use building in the heart of Chicago, has impressive credentials. The structure was designed by famed architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and is his last North American building. It has just been listed on the national register for historic landmarks. It is ENERGY STAR labeled and LEED Silver certified. It recycles 96 percent of its office paper waste. It is also the first building in Chicago to earn the BOMA 360 Performance designation.
“The first time that I saw an email from BOMA about the program, I knew that it was something that I wanted to achieve,” says Susan Hammer, RPA, LEED AP, general manager, Prime Group Realty Trust. “Not only is it specific to the industry but is also conferred by the industry. That motivated me to get the designation.”

Hammer explains that the comprehensive nature of the designation was one of the main reasons she applied. “When I started looking at the criteria and the supporting information, there were a lot of synergies between the various components. In buildings, the environmental/sustainability aspect goes hand in hand with tenant relations, which goes hand in hand with the green purchasing component. The program brings all of those pieces into a cohesive whole and acknowledges that they are inter-related. I think that is very important.”

As an example, Hammer cited her building’s recycling success. The team at 330 North Wabash recycle more than 96 percent of all of our office paper waste, 98 percent of our newspapers, and 95 percent of our cardboard waste, totaling about 300 pounds of recycled material per person per year. She credits that achievement to 100 percent tenant participation.

Another best practice: green purchasing. Explains Hammer: “We were one of the first properties in Chicago to purchase paper towels and toilet paper manufactured from a mill that is only 160 miles away in Wisconsin, which uses the recycled paper taken from our property. Our recycling contractor picks up the paper, takes it to the mill and then we buy it back for our toilet paper. That demonstrates our commitment to sustainability and closes the recycling  loop and shows our tenants the results of their recycling efforts.”

Hammer believes that the application process is a great way to benchmark a building for all-around excellence. “The BOMA 360 program brings all the pieces together in a comprehensive, detailed composite of all facets of property management. When you are done, you essentially have a training manual of best practices,” she remarks. “Even for buildings that aren’t quite there yet, the benchmarking potential of the program shows where there are deficiencies. From there you can say I really need to do X, Y and Z in order to get this designation and achieve excellence in my building.”

The designation also serves as a marketing tool for tenants and gives reassurance to owners. “For a property manager, it’s a great way to see everything that you actually do all in one place. By doing that, we’re able to market our management skills to prospective tenants and to existing tenants, as well. I think it also makes the case to the owners of the building because it really helps show the marketplace that you’re doing a great job. It also shows owners that the stewardship of their asset is appropriate and is being conducted in the highest possible way.”

Good News for TOBY Winners Applying to the BOMA 360 program:
The BOMA 360 Council voted in June 2010 to change the BOMA 360 program criteria to recognize all TOBY winners at the regional level, beginning with the 2010 winners, as having achieved the minimum required points in as many as four of the six sections of the BOMA 360 application. They also approved a $300 discount off the BOMA 360 application fees for all regional TOBY winners, beginning with the 2010 winners, (based on new fee schedule in effect 7/1/2010).

Learn more about the BOMA 360 Performance Program.

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Have you registered for the 2012 Conference?


The 2012 Every Building Conference & Expo is the premier education and networking event and marketplace in the commercial real estate industry, bringing together the foremost experts and resources. CRE professionals from across the U.S. and around the world come together to discuss current trends, best practices and learn firsthand what industry leaders are doing to stay ahead. The Every Building Conference & Expo will be held June 24-26, 2012 in Seattle, WA at the Washington State Convention Center.

Take Flight in Seattle

In 2012, BOMA/Seattle-King County not only welcomes BOMA International's annual conference, the Every Building Conference & Expo, to the Emerald City, but also celebrates their 100 year anniversary. Join us for the festivities as BOMA/Seattle-King County hosts the Opening Night Party at the Seattle Museum of Flight on Sunday, June 24.

Link to Conference Info

After you register for the full conference, you may register a building engineer from your property for a FREE full conference registration. Only one free building engineer per full conference registration. Additional building engineers from your company may purchase a conference registration or register for Show-Only.  

If you are interested in participating on a 2012 Planning Committee, there are still a few openings left. Please contact Mara Nelson for more info mnelson@bomaseattle.org


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The Outstanding Building of the Year® (TOBY®)

For 26 years, BOMA’s The Outstanding Building of the Year “TOBY” Contest has been recognizing excellence in the office building industry and it remains the most prestigious and comprehensive program of its kind in commercial real estate.  It is the only National competition that awards excellence in Building Management. BOMA does not award buildings merely for facets of Building operations, rather the Building is thoroughly evaluated based on its amenities package, tenant retention program, emergency evacuation procedures, community involvement, environmental policies and procedures, continuing education for Building personnel and energy management systems. The 2011-2012 BOMA  Seattle King County TOBY competition brought together an awe inspiring 21 Buildings to compete in 12 categories which were announced at the November General Meeting. In March 2012, our 12 local winners will submit the required information necessary to compete with entries from other local associations in our Region.  Regional winners move on to compete against all regions within BOMA International and the winners will be presented at the BOMA Annual Conference, in June 2012 here in Seattle. Thank you to all of the 21 building entrants. We appreciate your time and effort in this endeavor, and for making the 2011-2012 our most actively involved and successful competion in BOMA Seattle King County history!

The winners of each category are:
(Click on the links for images of each building)

Woodlands Technology Campus
Category: Under 100,000 sq ft
Owned by: Teachers Insurance & Annuity Assoc.
Managed by: CBRE, Inc.

Adobe Waterfront
Category: 100,000 to 249,999 sq ft
Owned by: Union Investments
Managed by: Cushman & Wakefield

2201 Westlake
Category: 250,000 to 499,999 sq ft
Owned by: Enso 2001 Venture, LLC
Managed by: CBRE, Inc.

Wells Fargo Center
Category: 500,000 to 1 million sq ft
Owned by: Beacon Capital Partners, LLC
Managed by: CAC Real Estate

Columbia Center
Category: More than 1 Million sq ft.
Owned by: Columbia Center Property, LLC
Managed by: CAC Real Estate

Dexter Horton Building
Category: Historical Building
Owned by: LaSalle Investment Management
Managed by: CBRE, Inc.

Newport Corporate Center
Category: Corporate Facility
Owned by: Newport Corporate Center
Managed by: Bentall Kennedy

Ninth & Jefferson Building
Category: Medical Office Building
Owned by: NJB Properties
Managed by: Wright Runstad & Company

Bellevue City Hall
Category: Government Building
Owned by: City of Bellevue
Managed by: City of Bellevue

Roosevelt Commons
Category: Suburban Low-Rise
Owned by: RREEF
Managed by: CBRE, Inc.

Rainier Park of Industry
Category: Industrial
Owned by: LBA PPF Industrial Associated West Valley, LLC
Managed by: LBA Realty

Alley 24
Category: Earth
Owned by: Alley 24 East, LLC
Managed by: CBRE, Inc.

 

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Good News for TOBY Regional Winners Applying for BOMA 360


The BOMA 360 Council voted in June 2010 to change the BOMA 360 program criteria to recognize all TOBY winners at the regional level, beginning with the 2010 winners, as having achieved the minimum required points in as many as four of the six sections of the BOMA 360 application. They also approved a $300 discount off the BOMA 360 application fees for all regional TOBY winners, beginning with the 2010 winners, (based on new fee schedule in effect 7/1/2010).

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BOMA Launches “Fellows Program” – Nominations Now Open!
 
Do you know a BOMA member who has been an outstanding leader in the association, the industry and the community?  Someone who has stood out from the crowd and has the experience, drive and commitment to remain an active, vital leader in the BOMA community?  Nominations are now open for a new recognition program from BOMA International—the BOMA Fellows program.

The BOMA Fellows Program recognizes and honors BOMA International members for exemplary and sustained contributions to the industry, their profession, the community and BOMA at all levels, and is a call to continued leadership and service.  Fellows candidates must be BOMA International members for a minimum of ten (10) years, and must be able to demonstrate achievements in education, industry and business, BOMA leadership activities, honors and awards, and community service worthy of BOMA recognition.

Successful candidates will use the “BOMA Fellow” credential after their name, and will be called upon to serve BOMA in a variety of capacities. These may include teaching, authoring articles, mentoring new members or young professionals, identifying future BOMA leaders, serving as thought leaders to identify future trends, etc.  The first class of Fellows will be honored at BOMA International’s annual conference in June 2012 in Seattle, WA.

All candidates must be nominated by either a BOMA member or a BOMA local association (self-nominations are not permitted).  The nomination process is simple.  All you need to do is provide us with the candidate’s contact information and we’ll follow up directly with your nominee with an application. 

Nominations must be received no later than January 15, 2012.
To download a nomination form and for additional information about this exciting new program go to: www.boma.org/getinvolved/bomafellows.  Questions?  bomafellows@boma.org.
 

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Thanks for taking the time to read our BOMA Seattle King County ENewsletter. Please direct questions and comments to BOMA Seattle King County Director of Communications and Education: Taraneh Guidry. We value your feedback.

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BOMA in the news

Office-building owners compete to cut the most energy - Seattle Times

 

Publications

BOMA Publications
BOMA International


All of the publications listed below can be accessed through the link listed above.

You can also order them by calling 800-426-6292

Accounting

  • BOMA's New Functional Accounting Guide and Chart of Accounts
  • The Escalation Handbook for Office Buildings: A Guide to Understanding, Preparing and Grossing Up Expense Escalations
  • BOMA's Office Escalation System

    Air Quality
  • Improving The Great Indoors
  • NAFA Guide To Air Filtration
  • Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality‹ASHRAE Standard 62-1989

    American With Disabilities Act
  • ADA Compliance Guidebook: A Checklist For Your Building
  • The ADA Answer Book: Answers To The 146 Most Critical Questions About the Americans With Disabilities Act, Title III
  • Opening Doors: Your Guide for Accommodating Persons with Disabilities

    Downloadable Publications
  • Emergency Planning Guide: A Blueprint for Preparing Your Building¹s Response
  • Cleaning Makes Cents: Benchmarks for Managing Your Cleaning Operations
  • How to Design and Manage Your Preventive Maintenance Program
  • BOMA's Guide To Writing A Commercial Real Estate Lease
  • BOMA's Strategic Mapping Project: Attracting and Retaining Tenants

    Facility Management
  • The Facilities Audit
  • How to Design and Manage Your Preventive Maintenance Program
  • The Office Building: From Concept to Investment Reality

    Investment
  • The Office Building: From Concept to Investment Reality Property Development

    Leasing
  • BOMA's Do It Yourself Guide To Producing A Tenant Handbook
  • BOMA's Guide To Writing A Commercial Real Estate Lease
  • Standard Agency Management Agreement

    Market Conditions
  • Current EER Online Access
  • 2000 Experience Exchange Report (EER) Book
  • 2000 Experience Exchange Report (EER) CD-ROM
  • 2000 Experience Exchange Report (EER) for Networks
  • 1999 Experience Exchange Report (EER)
  • 1999 Electronic Experience Exchange Report (EER CD-ROM)
  • 1999 Experience Exchange Report/New Chart of Accounts Set
  • 1999 Electronic EER/Chart of Accounts Set (CD-ROM & Chart)
  • 1998 Experience Exchange Report 1998 Experience Exchange Report for Windows 95
  • 1998 Experience Exchange Report-Corporate Facility Edition
  • 1998 Experience Exchange Report-Medical Office Building Edition
  • 1998 Experience Exchange Report-REIT Edition
  • 1997 Experience Exchange Report
  • 1996 Experience Exchange Report
  • 1995 Experience Exchange Report
  • Historical EERs
  • BOMA International/Cushman & Wakefield Market Intelligence Report

    Medical Office Buildings
  • How to Develop and Manage A Successful Medical Office Building

    Personnel
    Coming Soon

    Property Management
  • BOMA's Do It Yourself Guide To Producing A Tenant Handbook
  • Handbook of Property Management
  • How to Design and Manage Your Preventive Maintenance Program
  • Standard Agency Management Agreement
  • Wired for Profit: The Property Management Professional¹s Guide to Capturing Opportunities in the Telecommunications Market
  • The Escalation Handbook for Office Buildings: A Guide to Understanding, Preparing and Grossing Up Expense Escalations
  • What Office Tenants Want: Building Features, Amenities and Services
  • BOMA's Office Escalation System

    Refrigerants
  • The Refrigerant Manual: Managing The Phase-Out of CFCs

    Safety and Emergency Planning
  • Disaster Recovery Yellow Pages
  • Emergency Planning Guidebook: A Blueprint for Preparing Your Building¹s Response
  • Safety Standard for Powered Platforms, ANSI A120
  • Security Planning Guidebook

    Standards
  • StandardWare, The Official Measurement Software
  • Safety Standard for Powered Platforms, ANSI A120
  • 1996 Standard Method for Measuring Floor Area in Office Buildings
  • Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality‹ASHRAE Standard 62-1989 BOMA¹s Standard Method for Measuring Floor Area in Office Buildings

    Software
  • The 1998 Experience Exchange Report for Windows 95
  • StandardWare, The Official Measurement Software for BOMA¹s Standard Method for Measuring Floor Area in Office Buildings
  • BOMA¹s Office Escalation System

    Telecommunications
  • Critical Connections: Partnering in the Information Age
  • Wired for Profit: The Property Management Professional¹s Guide to Capturing Opportunities in the Telecommunications Market

    Tenants
  • BOMA's Strategic Mapping Project: Attracting and Retaining Tenants
  • What Office Tenants Want: Building Features, Amenities and Services
  • BOMA/CEL Tenant Satisfaction Service

    Utilities Deregulation
  • Power Shopping
  • Wired for Profit: The Property Management Professional¹s Guide to Capturing Opportunities in the Telecommunications Market
  • Power Shopping II: Generating Value
  • Power Pack: Power Shopping I and II
  • Return to Publications, Products and Services

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