Houston BOMA Articles RSS Feed Houston BOMA no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/rss Houston BOMA http://www.houstonboma.org/tresources/en/images/icons/tendenci34x15.gif http://www.houstonboma.org Houston BOMAArticles and Podcast Copyright 2010 Houston BOMA Tendenci Association Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@houstonboma.org Sat, 11 Sep 2010 01:06:20 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/904/ Flags to Half-Staff 9/11/2010 Sunrise to Sunset <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of the 2,974 casualties in the September 11, 2001, attacks. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">The&nbsp;U.S. House of Representatives Joint Resolution 71 was approved by a vote of 407-0 on October 25, 2001. It requested that the President designate September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day." President George W. Bush signed the resolution into law on December 18, 2001.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #632d0f; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;<br></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">On Patriot Day, Americans should fly their flags at half-staff and observe a moment of silence to honor those individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks.<br><br></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation calling on:<br></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt"><br>1. state and local governments and the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate programs and activities; </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">2. all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States and interested organizations and individuals to display the flag of the United States at half-staff on Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001; </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt">&nbsp;<br><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">3. the people of the United States to observe a moment of silence on Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001</span></font></font><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #632d0f; font-size: 10pt">. </span></p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <br><br>9-Sep-10 1:32 PM Flags to Half-Staff 9/11/2010 Sunrise to Sunset <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of the 2,974 casualties in the September 11, 2001, attacks. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">The&nbsp;U.S. House of Representatives Joint Resolution 71 was approved by a vote of 407-0 on October 25, 2001. It requested that the President designate September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day." President George W. Bush signed the resolution into law on December 18, 2001.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #632d0f; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;<br></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">On Patriot Day, Americans should fly their flags at half-staff and observe a moment of silence to honor those individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks.<br><br></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation calling on:<br></span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt"><br>1. state and local governments and the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate programs and activities; </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">2. all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States and interested organizations and individuals to display the flag of the United States at half-staff on Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001; </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 3.75pt">&nbsp;<br><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #000080; font-size: 10pt">3. the people of the United States to observe a moment of silence on Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001</span></font></font><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: #632d0f; font-size: 10pt">. </span></p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/904/ Tammy Betancourt Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:32:41 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/901/ Issue Alert: Proposition 1 <style type="text/css"> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; }</style> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">BOMA Issues Position on Prop 1</span></font></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">Houston BOMA believes that the City of Houston should maintain adequate resources to ensure that the City&rsquo;s streets and drainage systems are sustained at levels in keeping with a world-class city. &nbsp;BOMA also supports dedicating funds to drainage and street repair. &nbsp;Additionally, BOMA believes that in tandem with such a fund, a well-developed plan for fee collection and spending should be in place prior to the consideration of any such initiative.&nbsp;</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">BOMA is opposed to Proposition 1, which will be considered by the voters on November 2, for the following reasons:</strong></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">1)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">There are no guidelines in place for how the additional fees collected will be spent.</span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">2)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">No priority or direction has been revealed for correcting Houston&rsquo;s flooding, drainage or street repair problems. At this time, the initiative is simply a money collection device for the City.</span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">3)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">This initiative including the petition and ballot language was developed and funded by civil engineers who will be the beneficiaries of the fund for the life of the fund. </span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">4)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">No information has been provided on how much money is required to meet the City&rsquo;s needs or who will pay what amount. This initiative has been placed on the ballot and the City Council will determine the amount of the fees that will be assessed to Houstonians &nbsp;AFTER THE VOTE. &nbsp;This includes commercial real estate, parking lots, vacant land, schools, churches and homes. No one is exempt.</span><strong><u> &nbsp;</u></strong></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">5)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">The initiative creates a fund that exists for 20 years. If not canceled by a 2/3 vote of City Council, the plan will continue for additional 20 year periods. &nbsp;New taxes are rarely, if ever repealed. </span></font></p> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">As such, Houston BOMA urges its members to educate themselves and their tenants on this issue and vote no on Proposition 1. </span></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: calibri; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p></o:p></span></span></font></div> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p><font color="#000000" face="Calibri" size="3">&nbsp;</font></o:p></span></span></font></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p><font color="#000000" face="Calibri" size="3">&nbsp;</font></o:p></span></span></font></p> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> </div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>9-Sep-10 9:00 AM Issue Alert: Proposition 1 <style type="text/css"> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; }</style> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">BOMA Issues Position on Prop 1</span></font></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">Houston BOMA believes that the City of Houston should maintain adequate resources to ensure that the City&rsquo;s streets and drainage systems are sustained at levels in keeping with a world-class city. &nbsp;BOMA also supports dedicating funds to drainage and street repair. &nbsp;Additionally, BOMA believes that in tandem with such a fund, a well-developed plan for fee collection and spending should be in place prior to the consideration of any such initiative.&nbsp;</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">BOMA is opposed to Proposition 1, which will be considered by the voters on November 2, for the following reasons:</strong></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">1)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">There are no guidelines in place for how the additional fees collected will be spent.</span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">2)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">No priority or direction has been revealed for correcting Houston&rsquo;s flooding, drainage or street repair problems. At this time, the initiative is simply a money collection device for the City.</span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">3)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">This initiative including the petition and ballot language was developed and funded by civil engineers who will be the beneficiaries of the fund for the life of the fund. </span></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">4)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">No information has been provided on how much money is required to meet the City&rsquo;s needs or who will pay what amount. This initiative has been placed on the ballot and the City Council will determine the amount of the fees that will be assessed to Houstonians &nbsp;AFTER THE VOTE. &nbsp;This includes commercial real estate, parking lots, vacant land, schools, churches and homes. No one is exempt.</span><strong><u> &nbsp;</u></strong></font></p> <p style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0.5in"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">5)<span style="font: 7pt 'times new roman'">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">The initiative creates a fund that exists for 20 years. If not canceled by a 2/3 vote of City Council, the plan will continue for additional 20 year periods. &nbsp;New taxes are rarely, if ever repealed. </span></font></p> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 10pt">As such, Houston BOMA urges its members to educate themselves and their tenants on this issue and vote no on Proposition 1. </span></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: calibri; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p></o:p></span></span></font></div> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p><font color="#000000" face="Calibri" size="3">&nbsp;</font></o:p></span></span></font></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="mso-bookmark: _mailautosig"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-no-proof: yes"><o:p><font color="#000000" face="Calibri" size="3">&nbsp;</font></o:p></span></span></font></p> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> </div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/901/ Tammy Betancourt Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/900/ ENERGY STAR Web Conference <div> <h1> Top Energy Projects&nbsp;&nbsp;</h1> <div> <strong>Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. &ndash; 2:30 P.M. (Eastern)</strong></div> <div> <em>-- An ENERGY STAR<sup>&reg;</sup> Energy Management Networking Web Conference</em></div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Are you interested in learning about how other ENERGY STAR partners are saving energy?&nbsp; Then join&nbsp;ENERGY STAR&nbsp;for the September partner web conference where&nbsp;you will hear about the projects, initiatives, and strategies that are delivering results for two companies averaging energy savings between 8 to 10 percent annually.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> The projects and approaches that will be discussed on this web conference are not unique to the company or sector specific.&nbsp; Most have applicability across a variety of organizations and facilities.&nbsp; Joining us to discuss what is working for them will be:</div> <ul> <li> <strong>Jack Johnson </strong>from <strong>Brown Printing Company</strong>; and</li> <li> <strong>Bob Holesko </strong>from <strong>HEI Hotels &amp; Resorts</strong>, a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of Year award winner.</li> </ul> <div> <strong>Registration</strong></div> <div> Pre-registration for this web conference is recommended. To register, go to <strong><a href="http://energystar.webex.com/meeting" title="http://energystar.webex.com/meeting">http://energystar.webex.com/meeting</a> </strong>and select the Monthly Web Conference on September 15, 2010 from the calendar. &nbsp;The meeting password is &ldquo;network&rdquo;.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Registration for this web conference is limited to 150 participants, so prompt registration is recommended. A 56K modem (minimum) with a separate phone line is also necessary.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If this will be your first ENERGY STAR web conference, please test your browser and computer system&rsquo;s compatibility with WebEx before joining the web conference.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <strong>About the Web Conferences</strong></div> <div> The ENERGY STAR Energy Management Web Conferences are held regularly on the third Wednesday of the month from 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. Eastern.&nbsp; Each monthly web conference is structured around a different energy management topic that provides a starting point for discussion.&nbsp; The web conferences are convened for the benefit of ENERGY STAR partners and provide a forum for sharing successful energy management practices.</div> </div> <br><br>9-Sep-10 8:00 AM ENERGY STAR Web Conference <div> <h1> Top Energy Projects&nbsp;&nbsp;</h1> <div> <strong>Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. &ndash; 2:30 P.M. (Eastern)</strong></div> <div> <em>-- An ENERGY STAR<sup>&reg;</sup> Energy Management Networking Web Conference</em></div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Are you interested in learning about how other ENERGY STAR partners are saving energy?&nbsp; Then join&nbsp;ENERGY STAR&nbsp;for the September partner web conference where&nbsp;you will hear about the projects, initiatives, and strategies that are delivering results for two companies averaging energy savings between 8 to 10 percent annually.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> The projects and approaches that will be discussed on this web conference are not unique to the company or sector specific.&nbsp; Most have applicability across a variety of organizations and facilities.&nbsp; Joining us to discuss what is working for them will be:</div> <ul> <li> <strong>Jack Johnson </strong>from <strong>Brown Printing Company</strong>; and</li> <li> <strong>Bob Holesko </strong>from <strong>HEI Hotels &amp; Resorts</strong>, a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of Year award winner.</li> </ul> <div> <strong>Registration</strong></div> <div> Pre-registration for this web conference is recommended. To register, go to <strong><a href="http://energystar.webex.com/meeting" title="http://energystar.webex.com/meeting">http://energystar.webex.com/meeting</a> </strong>and select the Monthly Web Conference on September 15, 2010 from the calendar. &nbsp;The meeting password is &ldquo;network&rdquo;.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Registration for this web conference is limited to 150 participants, so prompt registration is recommended. A 56K modem (minimum) with a separate phone line is also necessary.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If this will be your first ENERGY STAR web conference, please test your browser and computer system&rsquo;s compatibility with WebEx before joining the web conference.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <strong>About the Web Conferences</strong></div> <div> The ENERGY STAR Energy Management Web Conferences are held regularly on the third Wednesday of the month from 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. Eastern.&nbsp; Each monthly web conference is structured around a different energy management topic that provides a starting point for discussion.&nbsp; The web conferences are convened for the benefit of ENERGY STAR partners and provide a forum for sharing successful energy management practices.</div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/900/ Mallory Garrison Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/899/ Wow! 15 Months for 12 Months of BOMA Membership <div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Know of a co-worker or employee who needs the legislative information, networking opportunities, and educational events you have? Are you a commercial real estate professional who needs to build your network? Well, now&rsquo;s the time to join!</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">This is the opportunity to experience what Houston real estate professionals are talking about. Submit your application by September 17, and receive 15 months for the price of 12*!</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong>What does BOMA have to offer?</strong></span></div> <ul> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Networking </em></strong>- One of the most valuable aspects of Houston BOMA membership is the opportunity to meet other professionals, share information and ideas, and build your network.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Legislative Representation </em></strong>- Houston BOMA represents you on the local, state, and national level on issues such as margin tax issues, property appraisal reform and sales price disclosure.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Education</em></strong>- Houston BOMA is committed to educating commercial real estate professionals on issues that influence our industry through quality seminars, trainings, and BOMI&rsquo;s professional designation program.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Volunteerism</em></strong>- Through our committees, you have the opportunity to get involved, meet new and exciting people, and develop leadership skills.</span></li> </ul> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Go to our web site at www.houstonboma.org to download the membership application and fax/email/mail it in. For additional information, contact&nbsp;Laurie at (713) 266-5691 or ljones@houstonboma.org.</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px"><em>*This special only applies to new members &ndash; those who have not been members in the past 12 months.</em></span></div> </div> <br><br>1-Sep-10 11:00 AM Wow! 15 Months for 12 Months of BOMA Membership <div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Know of a co-worker or employee who needs the legislative information, networking opportunities, and educational events you have? Are you a commercial real estate professional who needs to build your network? Well, now&rsquo;s the time to join!</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">This is the opportunity to experience what Houston real estate professionals are talking about. Submit your application by September 17, and receive 15 months for the price of 12*!</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong>What does BOMA have to offer?</strong></span></div> <ul> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Networking </em></strong>- One of the most valuable aspects of Houston BOMA membership is the opportunity to meet other professionals, share information and ideas, and build your network.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Legislative Representation </em></strong>- Houston BOMA represents you on the local, state, and national level on issues such as margin tax issues, property appraisal reform and sales price disclosure.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Education</em></strong>- Houston BOMA is committed to educating commercial real estate professionals on issues that influence our industry through quality seminars, trainings, and BOMI&rsquo;s professional designation program.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-size: 12px"><strong><em>Volunteerism</em></strong>- Through our committees, you have the opportunity to get involved, meet new and exciting people, and develop leadership skills.</span></li> </ul> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Go to our web site at www.houstonboma.org to download the membership application and fax/email/mail it in. For additional information, contact&nbsp;Laurie at (713) 266-5691 or ljones@houstonboma.org.</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px"><em>*This special only applies to new members &ndash; those who have not been members in the past 12 months.</em></span></div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/899/ Laurie Jones Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/898/ National Preparedness Month! <div> This September marks the 7th annual National Preparedness Month!</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Here are a few tips from BOMA International&rsquo;s Preparedness Committee on how property professionals can maximize preparedness:</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <ul> <li> Visit <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=hAuEv5PPSjCEwtySYPlfFw.." target="_blank"><strong>www.ready.gov</strong></a>, which contains information and resources on a wide variety of preparedness topics.</li> <li> Enroll as a coalition member of <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=fnnrPnyhaMdLRMbM7NEM5A.." target="_blank"><strong>The National Preparedness Program</strong></a> and agree to promote preparedness during the month.</li> <li> Join the September 9, 2010 town hall conference call at 2:00 EDT with FEMA executives regarding preparedness and how you can make a difference. Details are being finalized and will be communicated to BOMA International members soon.</li> <li> Arrange a discussion among team members about existing plans and programs for response to potential incidents. Distribute the plan to all stakeholders.</li> <li> Set up a meeting with neighbors to share emergency response plans and identify ways you can work together to challenge protocols and responses.</li> <li> Set up a table&ndash;top session and include property team members, first responders, neighbors, tenant groups and other stakeholders to challenge and update existing plans.</li> <li> Contact your local American Red Cross branch to conduct first aid awareness, CPR training and consider signing up for the Ready Rating program sponsored by the Red Cross.</li> <li> Confirm that all staff members have personal emergency response plans in place (see the &quot;Plan &amp; Prepare&quot; tab on <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=ZrGjhs7NfEF5S_eraUUZhw.." target="_blank"><strong>www.fema.gov</strong></a> or <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=mdnsyxSod9_iQPfvNkXgNQ.." target="_blank"><strong>www.redcross.org</strong></a> for information.</li> </ul> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Some other helpful handouts from BOMA International:</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=EVXjBGk_EIi5NRo28QPdjA..">Pandemic Flu Tenant Brochure</a></div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=be8BjmyWWmjBMroAmzHuDQ..">The Property Professional&acute;s Guide to Emergency Preparedness</a></div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=lnWXU37Jt88Fi2JdGGm8iw..">Preventive Maintenance and Building Operation Efficiency </a></div> </div> <br><br>1-Sep-10 10:00 AM National Preparedness Month! <div> This September marks the 7th annual National Preparedness Month!</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Here are a few tips from BOMA International&rsquo;s Preparedness Committee on how property professionals can maximize preparedness:</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <ul> <li> Visit <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=hAuEv5PPSjCEwtySYPlfFw.." target="_blank"><strong>www.ready.gov</strong></a>, which contains information and resources on a wide variety of preparedness topics.</li> <li> Enroll as a coalition member of <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=fnnrPnyhaMdLRMbM7NEM5A.." target="_blank"><strong>The National Preparedness Program</strong></a> and agree to promote preparedness during the month.</li> <li> Join the September 9, 2010 town hall conference call at 2:00 EDT with FEMA executives regarding preparedness and how you can make a difference. Details are being finalized and will be communicated to BOMA International members soon.</li> <li> Arrange a discussion among team members about existing plans and programs for response to potential incidents. Distribute the plan to all stakeholders.</li> <li> Set up a meeting with neighbors to share emergency response plans and identify ways you can work together to challenge protocols and responses.</li> <li> Set up a table&ndash;top session and include property team members, first responders, neighbors, tenant groups and other stakeholders to challenge and update existing plans.</li> <li> Contact your local American Red Cross branch to conduct first aid awareness, CPR training and consider signing up for the Ready Rating program sponsored by the Red Cross.</li> <li> Confirm that all staff members have personal emergency response plans in place (see the &quot;Plan &amp; Prepare&quot; tab on <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=ZrGjhs7NfEF5S_eraUUZhw.." target="_blank"><strong>www.fema.gov</strong></a> or <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=mdnsyxSod9_iQPfvNkXgNQ.." target="_blank"><strong>www.redcross.org</strong></a> for information.</li> </ul> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Some other helpful handouts from BOMA International:</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=EVXjBGk_EIi5NRo28QPdjA..">Pandemic Flu Tenant Brochure</a></div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=be8BjmyWWmjBMroAmzHuDQ..">The Property Professional&acute;s Guide to Emergency Preparedness</a></div> <div> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=lnWXU37Jt88Fi2JdGGm8iw..">Preventive Maintenance and Building Operation Efficiency </a></div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/898/ Mallory Garrison Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/885/ A/P Meet the Board Happy Hour <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" align="center" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="7" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#000000" valign="top"> <hr align="center" size="1" width="100%" /> </td></tr></tbody></table> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" bordercolor="#e9e9e9" cellpadding="0" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%" align="center"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="550"> <div><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><strong>Houston BOMA AP Members: Come Meet the Board! <br></strong><strong>Wednesday, September 15</strong></div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>5-7 pm | Ciao Bello @ San Felipe</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">You are invited to join us for a meet and greet happy hour with the Houston BOMA Board of Directors. Have a cocktail, shake a few hands, and network with the Board and your fellow AP members. No panel discussion, no agenda, just networking and relationship building.&nbsp;You are welcome to come armed with questions about your BOMA membership and how to get plugged in to committees. </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">The Houston BOMA Board raises a glass to thank you for your support and involvement in 2010.&nbsp;So, raise your glass and do what you do best &#8211; network! Best of all, there is no charge to attend. Click&nbsp;<a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/en/cev/923" target="_blank">here</a> to register. <br></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em>A member only event exclusively for Houston BOMA A/P members.</em> </div> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="1">&nbsp;</td> <td valign="top" width="207"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" align="center"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="185"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><img border="0" alt="" vspace="20" align="center" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/wysiwyg/2157/Houston.BOMA.Logo.jpg.JPG" width="75" height="132" /> <strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt"> <p>5847 San Felipe<br>Suite 1260<br>Houston, TX 77057 </p></span></strong> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">(713) 266-5691 <br>Fax (713) 266-4632 <br><br>www.houstonboma.org</span></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><img border="0" alt="" align="top" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter-houston-imgs.jpg" width="200" height="2583" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#666666">&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <br><br>10-Aug-10 8:33 AM A/P Meet the Board Happy Hour <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" align="center" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="7" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#000000" valign="top"> <hr align="center" size="1" width="100%" /> </td></tr></tbody></table> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" bordercolor="#e9e9e9" cellpadding="0" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%" align="center"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="550"> <div><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><strong>Houston BOMA AP Members: Come Meet the Board! <br></strong><strong>Wednesday, September 15</strong></div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>5-7 pm | Ciao Bello @ San Felipe</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">You are invited to join us for a meet and greet happy hour with the Houston BOMA Board of Directors. Have a cocktail, shake a few hands, and network with the Board and your fellow AP members. No panel discussion, no agenda, just networking and relationship building.&nbsp;You are welcome to come armed with questions about your BOMA membership and how to get plugged in to committees. </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">The Houston BOMA Board raises a glass to thank you for your support and involvement in 2010.&nbsp;So, raise your glass and do what you do best &#8211; network! Best of all, there is no charge to attend. Click&nbsp;<a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/en/cev/923" target="_blank">here</a> to register. <br></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em>A member only event exclusively for Houston BOMA A/P members.</em> </div> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="1">&nbsp;</td> <td valign="top" width="207"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" align="center"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="185"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><img border="0" alt="" vspace="20" align="center" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/wysiwyg/2157/Houston.BOMA.Logo.jpg.JPG" width="75" height="132" /> <strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt"> <p>5847 San Felipe<br>Suite 1260<br>Houston, TX 77057 </p></span></strong> <p><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">(713) 266-5691 <br>Fax (713) 266-4632 <br><br>www.houstonboma.org</span></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><img border="0" alt="" align="top" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter-houston-imgs.jpg" width="200" height="2583" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="750"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#666666">&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/885/ Tammy Betancourt Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:33:51 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/879/ Fire Fighter Foundation Gala - Answer the Call <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">For the last five years the Fire Fighters Foundation of Houston (FFFH)&nbsp;has been raising funds to purchase supplemental equipment and supplies for the men and women of the Houston Fire Department.&nbsp; An annual <strong><em>&ldquo;The Face of Heroes&hellip;..Answering the Call&rdquo;</em></strong> dinner is held to show our community&rsquo;s appreciation for these brave men and women that regularly risk their lives to protect our homes, families and businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp; We set aside <strong>September 11th</strong> each year to honor and remember.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This year the event will be held at Hilton Americas Grand Ballroom. As part of the evening&rsquo;s agenda,&nbsp;FFFH will&nbsp;recognize members of the Houston Fire Department who have demonstrated particularly outstanding service with our <strong>Valor Awards</strong>; and, this year a member of our community who has championed&nbsp;the cause will receive the inaugural <strong>Everyday Hero Award</strong>.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our support of the members of the Houston Fire Department is more important than ever.&nbsp; Therefore, we hope that you will make a special effort to support&nbsp;FFFH as BOMA will,&nbsp;and attend this celebration of service and valor and participate in this year&rsquo;s dinner.&nbsp; It is with your support that we all can make a difference and provide life saving equipment.&nbsp; Our Houston Fire Fighters &ldquo;Answer the Call&rdquo; with the utmost professionalism, compassion and respect.&nbsp;Click <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1489/FFFH2010.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> for additional information on attending the event&nbsp; supporting&nbsp;our local heroes.&nbsp;</font> </font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Tammy Betancourt, CAE | Executive Vice President</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Houston Building Owners and Managers Association</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">5847 San Felipe, Suite 1260 | Houston, TX&nbsp; 77057</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">713.266.5691 | 713.266.4632 fax</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt"><a href="mailto:tbetancourt@houstonboma.org"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">tbetancourt@houstonboma.org</span></a></span><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt"> l <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">www.houstonboma.org</span></a> </span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong><em><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Houston BOMA: The&nbsp;Voice of the Commercial Real Estate Industry</span></em></strong></font></p> </div> </div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>26-Jul-10 8:00 AM Fire Fighter Foundation Gala - Answer the Call <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">For the last five years the Fire Fighters Foundation of Houston (FFFH)&nbsp;has been raising funds to purchase supplemental equipment and supplies for the men and women of the Houston Fire Department.&nbsp; An annual <strong><em>&ldquo;The Face of Heroes&hellip;..Answering the Call&rdquo;</em></strong> dinner is held to show our community&rsquo;s appreciation for these brave men and women that regularly risk their lives to protect our homes, families and businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp; We set aside <strong>September 11th</strong> each year to honor and remember.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This year the event will be held at Hilton Americas Grand Ballroom. As part of the evening&rsquo;s agenda,&nbsp;FFFH will&nbsp;recognize members of the Houston Fire Department who have demonstrated particularly outstanding service with our <strong>Valor Awards</strong>; and, this year a member of our community who has championed&nbsp;the cause will receive the inaugural <strong>Everyday Hero Award</strong>.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our support of the members of the Houston Fire Department is more important than ever.&nbsp; Therefore, we hope that you will make a special effort to support&nbsp;FFFH as BOMA will,&nbsp;and attend this celebration of service and valor and participate in this year&rsquo;s dinner.&nbsp; It is with your support that we all can make a difference and provide life saving equipment.&nbsp; Our Houston Fire Fighters &ldquo;Answer the Call&rdquo; with the utmost professionalism, compassion and respect.&nbsp;Click <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1489/FFFH2010.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> for additional information on attending the event&nbsp; supporting&nbsp;our local heroes.&nbsp;</font> </font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Tammy Betancourt, CAE | Executive Vice President</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Houston Building Owners and Managers Association</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">5847 San Felipe, Suite 1260 | Houston, TX&nbsp; 77057</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">713.266.5691 | 713.266.4632 fax</span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt"><a href="mailto:tbetancourt@houstonboma.org"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">tbetancourt@houstonboma.org</span></a></span><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt"> l <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/"><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">www.houstonboma.org</span></a> </span></font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong><em><span style="font-family: arial; color: black; font-size: 8pt">Houston BOMA: The&nbsp;Voice of the Commercial Real Estate Industry</span></em></strong></font></p> </div> </div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/879/ Tammy Betancourt Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/875/ Green Building Tour Announcement &nbsp; <div style="text-align: center" align="center"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt">Two Certified </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008000; font-size: 12pt">Green</span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 12pt"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 12pt">Buildings Downtown</span></strong> </div> <div style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong>&nbsp; </strong></div> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">As&nbsp;one in&nbsp;a series of free tours of </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: green; font-size: 10pt">green </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">buildings in Houston, you are invited to&nbsp;see&nbsp; the Bank of America Center and One Shell Plaza,&nbsp;on Friday, July 16, 2010, in an "open house style" guided tour approximately every 30 minutes from&nbsp;11 a.m.&nbsp;to 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;The Tour will begin at One Shell Plaza, 910 Louisiana, Houston, Texas 77002.&nbsp; Please visit <a title="http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf&#10;blocked::http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf&#13;&#10;http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf" href="http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf</span></a></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;for more details and a map.</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; </span></p> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">Green</span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt"> buildings save owners and users money with greater energy efficiency. They are better for our environment with more reuse of material. Ultimately, they foster a happier and healthier workplace for employees.</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; </span>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">We very much welcome your participation in this event and your interest and support for </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008000; font-size: 10pt">green </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">building efforts across Houston.&nbsp;For more information on </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">Green Building Tours, </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">please contact Steve Stelzer at 713-535-7508 or&nbsp;e-mail at&nbsp;<a title="mailto:steve.stelzer@houstontx.gov.&#10;mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net&#10;blocked::mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net&#13;&#10;mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net" href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#115;&#116;&#101;&#118;&#101;&#46;&#115;&#116;&#101;&#108;&#122;&#101;&#114;&#64;&#104;&#111;&#117;&#115;&#116;&#111;&#110;&#116;&#120;&#46;&#103;&#111;&#118;&#46;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">steve.stelzer@houstontx.gov.</span></a></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; The</span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: green; font-size: 10pt"> <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Green</span></span> <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Building Resource Center has been certified to the Gold level of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)&nbsp;for Commercial Interiors and hosts periodic programs to outreach to the public about </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">g</span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: green; font-size: 10pt">reen</span> </strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong>building practices.</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <div style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; </div> <div style="text-align: center" class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><a href="http://www.codegreenhouston.org/"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: green; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none">www.codegreenhouston.org</span></strong></a></span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 8.5pt">&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div></div></strong> <br><br>1-Jul-10 10:00 AM Green Building Tour Announcement &nbsp; <div style="text-align: center" align="center"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt">Two Certified </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008000; font-size: 12pt">Green</span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 12pt"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 12pt">Buildings Downtown</span></strong> </div> <div style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong>&nbsp; </strong></div> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">As&nbsp;one in&nbsp;a series of free tours of </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: green; font-size: 10pt">green </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">buildings in Houston, you are invited to&nbsp;see&nbsp; the Bank of America Center and One Shell Plaza,&nbsp;on Friday, July 16, 2010, in an "open house style" guided tour approximately every 30 minutes from&nbsp;11 a.m.&nbsp;to 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;The Tour will begin at One Shell Plaza, 910 Louisiana, Houston, Texas 77002.&nbsp; Please visit <a title="http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf&#10;blocked::http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf&#13;&#10;http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf" href="http://www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">www.houstontx.gov/mayor/leedtour.pdf</span></a></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;for more details and a map.</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; </span></p> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">Green</span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt"> buildings save owners and users money with greater energy efficiency. They are better for our environment with more reuse of material. Ultimately, they foster a happier and healthier workplace for employees.</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; </span>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">We very much welcome your participation in this event and your interest and support for </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008000; font-size: 10pt">green </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">building efforts across Houston.&nbsp;For more information on </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">Green Building Tours, </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">please contact Steve Stelzer at 713-535-7508 or&nbsp;e-mail at&nbsp;<a title="mailto:steve.stelzer@houstontx.gov.&#10;mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net&#10;blocked::mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net&#13;&#10;mailto:steve.stelzer@cityofhouston.net" href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#115;&#116;&#101;&#118;&#101;&#46;&#115;&#116;&#101;&#108;&#122;&#101;&#114;&#64;&#104;&#111;&#117;&#115;&#116;&#111;&#110;&#116;&#120;&#46;&#103;&#111;&#118;&#46;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">steve.stelzer@houstontx.gov.</span></a></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp; The</span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: green; font-size: 10pt"> <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Green</span></span> <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Building Resource Center has been certified to the Gold level of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)&nbsp;for Commercial Interiors and hosts periodic programs to outreach to the public about </span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #008040; font-size: 10pt">g</span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: green; font-size: 10pt">reen</span> </strong><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong>building practices.</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <div style="text-align: center" align="left"><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; </div> <div style="text-align: center" class="MsoNormal" align="center"><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><a href="http://www.codegreenhouston.org/"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; color: green; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none">www.codegreenhouston.org</span></strong></a></span><span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 8.5pt">&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div></div></strong> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/875/ Mallory Garrison Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/867/ BIG NEWS From the BOMA Convention! <div> &nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong>&nbsp; </strong></span> <p align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: green; font-size: 12pt">Congratulations to Greenway Plaza and Legacy Center Business Park for their International TOBY wins!</span> </strong><span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><br> <br> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt"><strong>Congratulations to these wonderful Houston&nbsp;properties! We are proud of our entrants and recognize their hard work and dedication that it takes to put these entries together. </strong></span></span></span></p> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><br> <strong style="font-size: 10pt">Greenway Plaza </strong></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Suburban Office Park (Mid Rise)</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Owned by</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Crescent Crown Greenway Plaza SPV LLC/</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Crescent Crown Nine Greenway SPV LLC</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Management Company</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Crescent Real Estate Equities, LLC</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Vice President of Property Management</span><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Robert L. Carlen, CPM</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;</span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;</span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong style="font-size: 10pt">Legacy Center Business Park</strong></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Industrial Office Park</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Owned by</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Liberty Property Trust</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Management Company</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Liberty Property Trust</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Property Manager</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Kristin Murrillo </span></span> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;&nbsp; <p> <span style="color: #008000; font-size: 12pt"><strong>And congratulations to Houston BOMA President Jen Suddreth on her election to the BOMA International Executive Committee!</strong></span></p> </div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </div> </div> <br><br>30-Jun-10 3:00 PM BIG NEWS From the BOMA Convention! <div> &nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong>&nbsp; </strong></span> <p align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: green; font-size: 12pt">Congratulations to Greenway Plaza and Legacy Center Business Park for their International TOBY wins!</span> </strong><span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><br> <br> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt"><strong>Congratulations to these wonderful Houston&nbsp;properties! We are proud of our entrants and recognize their hard work and dedication that it takes to put these entries together. </strong></span></span></span></p> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><br> <strong style="font-size: 10pt">Greenway Plaza </strong></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Suburban Office Park (Mid Rise)</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Owned by</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Crescent Crown Greenway Plaza SPV LLC/</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Crescent Crown Nine Greenway SPV LLC</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Management Company</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Crescent Real Estate Equities, LLC</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Vice President of Property Management</span><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Robert L. Carlen, CPM</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;</span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;</span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><strong style="font-size: 10pt">Legacy Center Business Park</strong></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Industrial Office Park</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Owned by</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Liberty Property Trust</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Management Company</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Liberty Property Trust</span></span></div> <div align="center"> <span style="font-family: 'arial', 'sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt"><em style="font-size: 10pt">Property Manager</em><span style="font-size: 10pt">: Kristin Murrillo </span></span> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;&nbsp; <p> <span style="color: #008000; font-size: 12pt"><strong>And congratulations to Houston BOMA President Jen Suddreth on her election to the BOMA International Executive Committee!</strong></span></p> </div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/867/ Mallory Garrison Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/858/ Large Meter Change-Out Schedule <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td style="width: 380px; height: 18px"> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial">The City of Houston&nbsp;large meter change-out schedule has now been posted to the Legislative Resources area of the website. Click&nbsp;<a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/en/cms/?157" target="_blank">here</a> to access. </font></font></p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <br><br>14-Jun-10 2:00 PM Large Meter Change-Out Schedule <style> body, p, td, ol, ul { font-size: 12px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #333333; } </style> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td style="width: 380px; height: 18px"> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial">The City of Houston&nbsp;large meter change-out schedule has now been posted to the Legislative Resources area of the website. Click&nbsp;<a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/en/cms/?157" target="_blank">here</a> to access. </font></font></p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/858/ Tammy Betancourt Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/856/ Online Power Outage Tracking Tool &nbsp; <div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Centerpoint has just made available an excellent online tool to track outage conditions.&nbsp;Feel free to share with your work associates, families, and friends.</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <ol><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Go to the Centerpoint home page at <a href="http://www.centerpointenergy.com">www.centerpointenergy.com</a></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Click on the second tab that says &#8220;Electricity&#8221;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Then click on &#8220;Residential&#8221;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Then under &#8220;Quick Links&#8221;, on the right hand side of the screen, click on &#8220;Outage Tracker"</span></li></ol> <div>&nbsp;</div></font> <br><br>14-Jun-10 10:00 AM Online Power Outage Tracking Tool &nbsp; <div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt">Centerpoint has just made available an excellent online tool to track outage conditions.&nbsp;Feel free to share with your work associates, families, and friends.</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <ol><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Go to the Centerpoint home page at <a href="http://www.centerpointenergy.com">www.centerpointenergy.com</a></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Click on the second tab that says &#8220;Electricity&#8221;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Then click on &#8220;Residential&#8221;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt">Then under &#8220;Quick Links&#8221;, on the right hand side of the screen, click on &#8220;Outage Tracker"</span></li></ol> <div>&nbsp;</div></font> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/856/ Melissa Badillo Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/849/ 2010 Houston BOMA Salary Survey <div> The 2010 Houston BOMA Salary Survey has been distributed to all the companies that participated in the survey. Thank you to all those who took the time to provide us with valuable data; from that data, we created the most cutting-edge salary document in our industry.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you have any questions, please contact Brett Williams, Research Chair at 713-255-2303.</div> <br><br>9-Jun-10 10:00 AM 2010 Houston BOMA Salary Survey <div> The 2010 Houston BOMA Salary Survey has been distributed to all the companies that participated in the survey. Thank you to all those who took the time to provide us with valuable data; from that data, we created the most cutting-edge salary document in our industry.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you have any questions, please contact Brett Williams, Research Chair at 713-255-2303.</div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/849/ Laurie Jones Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/840/ 2010 Hurricane Season <div> <div> The Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (OHSEM) aims to educate people about the hazards of hurricanes, tropical storms, high winds, storm surge and flooding.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> OHSEM urges everyone to start planning early.&nbsp; &ldquo;Being prepared can reduce the fear, anxiety and the loss that accompany disasters,&rdquo; said Harris County Judge Ed Emmett.&nbsp; &ldquo;Having an emergency plan remains the most important tool to keep us safe.&rdquo;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Residents are urged to get a kit, make a plan and stay informed this hurricane season.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Your emergency supply kit should include:</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOAA weather radio and batteries</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Flashlight and batteries</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Extra eye glasses</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bottled water</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Non-perishable food</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clothing</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bedding</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Medications</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Copies of prescriptions</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Special products for babies, elderly and medically fragile family members</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cash and credit cards</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Photo ID, important documents and records</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you live in an area threatened by storm surge &ndash; an EVACUATION ZONE &ndash; discuss evacuation plans with your family.&nbsp; Check with city or county officials to find out if your home is in an evacuation zone.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Make a checklist of preparations to be made before an evacuation and go over it with your family.&nbsp; Review it again when a storm is in the Gulf of Mexico.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you plan to stay in a hotel or motel, make reservations and confirm your reservations before you leave.&nbsp; If you plan to stay in a shelter, bring what you need to be comfortable, including bedding and toys for kids.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Prepare an emergency kit for your pets and a plan for how to care for them when you are on the road and in a shelter or motel.&nbsp; Do not leave your pets behind!</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &ldquo;Refill and re-check supplies after every storm,&rdquo; said Harris County Emergency Management Coordinator Mark Sloan.&nbsp; &ldquo;Depending on storm damage, some people may be able to return home in a matter of days, for others re-entry may take longer.&rdquo;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Finally, stay informed by monitoring the news media.&nbsp; Local officials will provide information about current conditions, evacuations and re-entry.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Get more hurricane preparedness information at OHSEM&rsquo;s web site <a href="http://www.hcoem.org/">www.hcoem.org</a>and at the Governor&rsquo;s Division of Emergency Management <a href="http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/publicinformation.htm">www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/publicinformation.htm</a>.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </div> <br><br>24-May-10 9:00 AM 2010 Hurricane Season <div> <div> The Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (OHSEM) aims to educate people about the hazards of hurricanes, tropical storms, high winds, storm surge and flooding.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> OHSEM urges everyone to start planning early.&nbsp; &ldquo;Being prepared can reduce the fear, anxiety and the loss that accompany disasters,&rdquo; said Harris County Judge Ed Emmett.&nbsp; &ldquo;Having an emergency plan remains the most important tool to keep us safe.&rdquo;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Residents are urged to get a kit, make a plan and stay informed this hurricane season.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Your emergency supply kit should include:</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOAA weather radio and batteries</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Flashlight and batteries</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Extra eye glasses</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bottled water</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Non-perishable food</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clothing</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bedding</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Medications</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Copies of prescriptions</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Special products for babies, elderly and medically fragile family members</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cash and credit cards</div> <div> &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Photo ID, important documents and records</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you live in an area threatened by storm surge &ndash; an EVACUATION ZONE &ndash; discuss evacuation plans with your family.&nbsp; Check with city or county officials to find out if your home is in an evacuation zone.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Make a checklist of preparations to be made before an evacuation and go over it with your family.&nbsp; Review it again when a storm is in the Gulf of Mexico.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> If you plan to stay in a hotel or motel, make reservations and confirm your reservations before you leave.&nbsp; If you plan to stay in a shelter, bring what you need to be comfortable, including bedding and toys for kids.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Prepare an emergency kit for your pets and a plan for how to care for them when you are on the road and in a shelter or motel.&nbsp; Do not leave your pets behind!</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> &ldquo;Refill and re-check supplies after every storm,&rdquo; said Harris County Emergency Management Coordinator Mark Sloan.&nbsp; &ldquo;Depending on storm damage, some people may be able to return home in a matter of days, for others re-entry may take longer.&rdquo;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Finally, stay informed by monitoring the news media.&nbsp; Local officials will provide information about current conditions, evacuations and re-entry.&nbsp;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> Get more hurricane preparedness information at OHSEM&rsquo;s web site <a href="http://www.hcoem.org/">www.hcoem.org</a>and at the Governor&rsquo;s Division of Emergency Management <a href="http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/publicinformation.htm">www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/publicinformation.htm</a>.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/840/ Melissa Badillo Mon, 24 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/838/ BOMA’s Knowledge Portal Puts Education at Your Fingertips <div> <h3> <span style="font-size: 12px">BOMA&rsquo;s Knowledge Portal Puts Education at Your Fingertips</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Were you unable to attend a past BOMA webinar? You don&rsquo;t have to forego the valuable information that was shared by BOMA&rsquo;s top-rated industry speakers. All BOMA webinars are recorded and are available on-demand in </span><a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=z6dvCiOifvXsJzg70_8puA.." target="_blank"><strong>BOMA&rsquo;s Knowledge Portal.</strong></a></div> <div> Here are the valuable education programs that you can take advantage of, at your convenience:</div> <ul> <li> Certificates of Insurance: Everything You Need to Know and the Questions You Should Ask</li> <li> Understanding BOMA&#39;s Revised Floor Measurement Standard for Office Buildings</li> <li> 10 Things You Should Be Managing&hellip;But Might Not Be!</li> <li> Reconciling 2009 Escalations: Calculating Gross Ups, Expense Caps, and Capital Amortizations</li> <li> Asset Restructuring: A Property Manager&#39;s Guide to Managing Assets in Receivership</li> </ul> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">You can access webinar archives</span> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=VaDbIS6_j6mVbBPFFfFzMA.." target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a>.</div> </div> <br><br>21-May-10 4:00 PM BOMA’s Knowledge Portal Puts Education at Your Fingertips <div> <h3> <span style="font-size: 12px">BOMA&rsquo;s Knowledge Portal Puts Education at Your Fingertips</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">Were you unable to attend a past BOMA webinar? You don&rsquo;t have to forego the valuable information that was shared by BOMA&rsquo;s top-rated industry speakers. All BOMA webinars are recorded and are available on-demand in </span><a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=z6dvCiOifvXsJzg70_8puA.." target="_blank"><strong>BOMA&rsquo;s Knowledge Portal.</strong></a></div> <div> Here are the valuable education programs that you can take advantage of, at your convenience:</div> <ul> <li> Certificates of Insurance: Everything You Need to Know and the Questions You Should Ask</li> <li> Understanding BOMA&#39;s Revised Floor Measurement Standard for Office Buildings</li> <li> 10 Things You Should Be Managing&hellip;But Might Not Be!</li> <li> Reconciling 2009 Escalations: Calculating Gross Ups, Expense Caps, and Capital Amortizations</li> <li> Asset Restructuring: A Property Manager&#39;s Guide to Managing Assets in Receivership</li> </ul> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px">You can access webinar archives</span> <a href="http://boma.convio.net/site/R?i=VaDbIS6_j6mVbBPFFfFzMA.." target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a>.</div> </div> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/838/ Melissa Badillo Fri, 21 May 2010 21:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/836/ Summer Membership Discounts - Join Today! <div> &nbsp;</div> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="79" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/email/header.gif" width="600" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="1" bordercolor="#e9e9e9" cellpadding="7" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td height="87" valign="top"> <div align="left"> <table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Half the year is gone and you still aren&#39;t a member of Houston BOMA! Given the deep discounts we&#39;re offering on membership, now&#39;s the time to join. Don&#39;t spend the warm nights out in the cold! Join today and enjoy&nbsp;networking with your peers and colleagues. Check out these awesome discounts on membership: &nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Principal Member - $598<br> Additional Manager - $358<br> Additional Assistant Manager - $265</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Chief Engineer - $250</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Assistant Chief Engineer - $193</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Government Member - $424<br> Additional Government Member - $265</font></font></div> </div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Right now, you need BOMA now more than ever.&nbsp;Don&#39;t miss out on what your co-workers, peers,&nbsp;employees and vendors are talking about.&nbsp;The value that Houston BOMA provides&nbsp;is unmatched in this city.&nbsp;Your membership will easily pay for itself with the information and knowledge you will&nbsp;gain.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> Click here to access our <strong><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1477/BOMA.PM.MayJune2010.pdf">membership application</a></strong>. Simply fill it out and email or fax it back; we can even invoice you for your dues for your convenience. Or check out our web site at <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/">www.houstonboma.org</a>&nbsp;for more details.<br> <br> Email Laurie Jones at <a href="mailto:ljones@houstonboma.org">ljones@houstonboma.org</a> with questions!</font> </font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> </div> <div align="left"> &nbsp;</div> <p align="left"> &nbsp;</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>21-May-10 3:00 PM Summer Membership Discounts - Join Today! <div> &nbsp;</div> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="79" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/email/header.gif" width="600" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="1" bordercolor="#e9e9e9" cellpadding="7" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td height="87" valign="top"> <div align="left"> <table bgcolor="#ffffff" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Half the year is gone and you still aren&#39;t a member of Houston BOMA! Given the deep discounts we&#39;re offering on membership, now&#39;s the time to join. Don&#39;t spend the warm nights out in the cold! Join today and enjoy&nbsp;networking with your peers and colleagues. Check out these awesome discounts on membership: &nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Principal Member - $598<br> Additional Manager - $358<br> Additional Assistant Manager - $265</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Chief Engineer - $250</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Assistant Chief Engineer - $193</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Government Member - $424<br> Additional Government Member - $265</font></font></div> </div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div align="left"> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Right now, you need BOMA now more than ever.&nbsp;Don&#39;t miss out on what your co-workers, peers,&nbsp;employees and vendors are talking about.&nbsp;The value that Houston BOMA provides&nbsp;is unmatched in this city.&nbsp;Your membership will easily pay for itself with the information and knowledge you will&nbsp;gain.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> Click here to access our <strong><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1477/BOMA.PM.MayJune2010.pdf">membership application</a></strong>. Simply fill it out and email or fax it back; we can even invoice you for your dues for your convenience. Or check out our web site at <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/">www.houstonboma.org</a>&nbsp;for more details.<br> <br> Email Laurie Jones at <a href="mailto:ljones@houstonboma.org">ljones@houstonboma.org</a> with questions!</font> </font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&nbsp;</font></div> </div> <div align="left"> &nbsp;</div> <p align="left"> &nbsp;</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/836/ Laurie Jones Fri, 21 May 2010 20:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/835/ Fire Fighter Foundation Gala - Answer the Call <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">For the last five years the Fire Fighters Foundation of Houston (FFFH)&nbsp;has been raising funds to purchase supplemental equipment and supplies for the men and women of the Houston Fire Department.&nbsp; An annual <strong><em>&ldquo;The Face of Heroes&hellip;..Answering the Call&rdquo;</em></strong> dinner is held to show our community&rsquo;s appreciation for these brave men and women that regularly risk their lives to protect our homes, families and businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp; We set aside <strong>September 11th</strong> each year to honor and remember.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This year the event will be held at Hilton Americas Grand Ballroom. As part of the evening&rsquo;s agenda,&nbsp;FFFH will&nbsp;recognize members of the Houston Fire Department who have demonstrated particularly outstanding service with our <strong>Valor Awards</strong>; and, this year a member of our community who has championed&nbsp;the cause will receive the inaugural <strong>Everyday Hero Award</strong>.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our support of the members of the Houston Fire Department is more important than ever.&nbsp; Therefore, we hope that you will make a special effort to support&nbsp;FFFH as BOMA will,&nbsp;and attend this celebration of service and valor and participate in this year&rsquo;s dinner.&nbsp; It is with your support that we all can make a difference and provide life saving equipment.&nbsp; Our Houston Fire Fighters &ldquo;Answer the Call&rdquo; with the utmost professionalism, compassion and respect.&nbsp;Click <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1489/FFFH2010.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> for additional information on attending the event&nbsp; supporting&nbsp;our local heroes.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <p> &nbsp;</p> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>20-May-10 9:48 AM Fire Fighter Foundation Gala - Answer the Call <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">For the last five years the Fire Fighters Foundation of Houston (FFFH)&nbsp;has been raising funds to purchase supplemental equipment and supplies for the men and women of the Houston Fire Department.&nbsp; An annual <strong><em>&ldquo;The Face of Heroes&hellip;..Answering the Call&rdquo;</em></strong> dinner is held to show our community&rsquo;s appreciation for these brave men and women that regularly risk their lives to protect our homes, families and businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp; We set aside <strong>September 11th</strong> each year to honor and remember.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This year the event will be held at Hilton Americas Grand Ballroom. As part of the evening&rsquo;s agenda,&nbsp;FFFH will&nbsp;recognize members of the Houston Fire Department who have demonstrated particularly outstanding service with our <strong>Valor Awards</strong>; and, this year a member of our community who has championed&nbsp;the cause will receive the inaugural <strong>Everyday Hero Award</strong>.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our support of the members of the Houston Fire Department is more important than ever.&nbsp; Therefore, we hope that you will make a special effort to support&nbsp;FFFH as BOMA will,&nbsp;and attend this celebration of service and valor and participate in this year&rsquo;s dinner.&nbsp; It is with your support that we all can make a difference and provide life saving equipment.&nbsp; Our Houston Fire Fighters &ldquo;Answer the Call&rdquo; with the utmost professionalism, compassion and respect.&nbsp;Click <a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1489/FFFH2010.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> for additional information on attending the event&nbsp; supporting&nbsp;our local heroes.&nbsp;</font></font></div> <p> &nbsp;</p> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/835/ Tammy Betancourt Thu, 20 May 2010 14:48:10 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/834/ BOMA Houston Announces Coalition with USGBC Houston <div> &nbsp;</div> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Leading the way in green initiatives in Houston real estate, BOMA Houston is proud to announce&nbsp;the second year of&nbsp;our partnership with the Houston Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).&nbsp; Our expanded commitment towards the promotion of sustainable programs and workplace transformation is provided in the memorandum of understanding below:</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The Board of Directors of the Houston Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) has unanimously agreed to enter into a collaboration regarding certain activities with U.S. Green Building Council-Greater Houston Area Chapter (USGBC). The board believes this relationship will strengthen our mutual attempts to promote sustainable high-performance buildings for Houston and the Gulf Coast region.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">As the recognized industry leader in legislative advocacy, Houston BOMA recognizes the USGBC as the authority on sustainable and green practices and for the benchmarking metrics for which commercial buildings should strive, while the USGBC Houston recognizes Houston BOMA as the industry representative that is dedicated exclusively to commercial building owners and managers. Houston BOMA&rsquo;s expressed purpose is to advance the quality of ownership and management of commercial buildings and to enhance the growth and development of the property management profession. As part of this growth, Houston BOMA recognizes the new expanded role for the property management profession as the manager assumes a key role in sustainability and energy efficiency for commercial buildings.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The objective of the USGBC/HoustonBOMA collaboration is to educate and promote sustainable and green programs to our respective members as it applies to the commercial building industry. Specifically, this collaboration is to support property owners and operators as they seek to achieve their highest and best sustainable levels regardless of their property&rsquo;s limitations.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Via this memorandum of understanding, it is agreed that:<br> &nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; Houston BOMA and USGBC Houston will cross-promote events as it makes sense to do so on each other&rsquo;s websites, newsletters, and electronic communications. The promotions will be conducted at the discretion of each organization;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; USGBC and Houston BOMA will offer member discount pricing to each other&rsquo;s member events;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; USGBC will produce LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> training and study sessions for the office building industry and both organizations will promote the events;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; Houston BOMA and USGBC will collaborate on projects and educational opportunities to project a unified image between the organizations.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Additionally, the organizations will work together to:&nbsp;</font></font></div> <ul> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Leverage the knowledge and experience from Houston BOMA members (property management companies) that have achieved LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB certification (and are increasing in number everyday) and will be the future gatekeepers (knowledge resources) for the USGBC and the LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB program.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Consider opportunities for employing sustainability best practices at the local level in the nationally recognized BOMA&rsquo;s Building of the Year Awards (TOBY).</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Creation and promotion of educational classes specifically aimed at migrating properties towards LEED<sup>&reg; </sup>EB along with the necessary administration tools to retain certification.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;Provide alternatives and solutions for properties that have barriers to obtaining LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB, however, desire having a qualified certified program. Such a program would be the first in the country with potential revenue opportunities at the local level.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Identify and promote continuous improvement of sustainability with smart, cost effective sustainable practices that can be practically administered by property managers.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Provide an information exchange on LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> process encountered by managers which will assist in the elimination of redundancy and impractical sustainable programs not applicable to our area.</font></font></li> </ul> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The Board of Directors looks forward to BOMA&#39;s ongoing partnership with USGBC and welcomes member input and involvement as we move forward with this aggressive agenda. </font></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>15-May-10 8:46 AM BOMA Houston Announces Coalition with USGBC Houston <div> &nbsp;</div> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" height="100%" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="middle" valign="top"> <br> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top"> <img height="138" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" valign="top" width="22"> &nbsp;</td> <td> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Leading the way in green initiatives in Houston real estate, BOMA Houston is proud to announce&nbsp;the second year of&nbsp;our partnership with the Houston Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).&nbsp; Our expanded commitment towards the promotion of sustainable programs and workplace transformation is provided in the memorandum of understanding below:</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The Board of Directors of the Houston Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) has unanimously agreed to enter into a collaboration regarding certain activities with U.S. Green Building Council-Greater Houston Area Chapter (USGBC). The board believes this relationship will strengthen our mutual attempts to promote sustainable high-performance buildings for Houston and the Gulf Coast region.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">As the recognized industry leader in legislative advocacy, Houston BOMA recognizes the USGBC as the authority on sustainable and green practices and for the benchmarking metrics for which commercial buildings should strive, while the USGBC Houston recognizes Houston BOMA as the industry representative that is dedicated exclusively to commercial building owners and managers. Houston BOMA&rsquo;s expressed purpose is to advance the quality of ownership and management of commercial buildings and to enhance the growth and development of the property management profession. As part of this growth, Houston BOMA recognizes the new expanded role for the property management profession as the manager assumes a key role in sustainability and energy efficiency for commercial buildings.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The objective of the USGBC/HoustonBOMA collaboration is to educate and promote sustainable and green programs to our respective members as it applies to the commercial building industry. Specifically, this collaboration is to support property owners and operators as they seek to achieve their highest and best sustainable levels regardless of their property&rsquo;s limitations.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Via this memorandum of understanding, it is agreed that:<br> &nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; Houston BOMA and USGBC Houston will cross-promote events as it makes sense to do so on each other&rsquo;s websites, newsletters, and electronic communications. The promotions will be conducted at the discretion of each organization;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; USGBC and Houston BOMA will offer member discount pricing to each other&rsquo;s member events;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; USGBC will produce LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> training and study sessions for the office building industry and both organizations will promote the events;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&bull; Houston BOMA and USGBC will collaborate on projects and educational opportunities to project a unified image between the organizations.</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Additionally, the organizations will work together to:&nbsp;</font></font></div> <ul> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Leverage the knowledge and experience from Houston BOMA members (property management companies) that have achieved LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB certification (and are increasing in number everyday) and will be the future gatekeepers (knowledge resources) for the USGBC and the LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB program.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Consider opportunities for employing sustainability best practices at the local level in the nationally recognized BOMA&rsquo;s Building of the Year Awards (TOBY).</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Creation and promotion of educational classes specifically aimed at migrating properties towards LEED<sup>&reg; </sup>EB along with the necessary administration tools to retain certification.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;Provide alternatives and solutions for properties that have barriers to obtaining LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> EB, however, desire having a qualified certified program. Such a program would be the first in the country with potential revenue opportunities at the local level.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Identify and promote continuous improvement of sustainability with smart, cost effective sustainable practices that can be practically administered by property managers.</font></font></li> <li> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Provide an information exchange on LEED<sup>&reg;</sup> process encountered by managers which will assist in the elimination of redundancy and impractical sustainable programs not applicable to our area.</font></font></li> </ul> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">The Board of Directors looks forward to BOMA&#39;s ongoing partnership with USGBC and welcomes member input and involvement as we move forward with this aggressive agenda. </font></font> <div> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">&nbsp;&nbsp;</font></font></div> <div> &nbsp;</div> </td> <td align="left" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" valign="top" width="23"> &nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <img alt="" height="30" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/834/ Tammy Betancourt Sat, 15 May 2010 13:46:25 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/816/ BOMA Houston Scores Win on Water Rates <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="color: #17365d">Thanks to the work of&nbsp;your BOMA Houston Legislative Advocacy team, water rates to commercial users will increase only 8.1% as opposed to the originally proposed increase of 28%. At its meeting this morning, Houston City Council approved across the board increases for all user classes, which will eventually increase all classes to 100% of their cost of service delivery. &nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><span style="color: #17365d">Much time and effort was spent contacting City Council members, many thanks to all BOMA members who took the time to send emails and letters. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><span style="color: #17365d">My best,<br>Tammy</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">Tammy Betancourt, CAE | Executive Vice President<br>Houston Building Owners and Managers Association<br>5847 San Felipe, Suite 1260 | Houston, TX&nbsp; 77057<br>713.266.5691 | 713.266.4632 fax<br><a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#116;&#98;&#101;&#116;&#97;&#110;&#99;&#111;&#117;&#114;&#116;&#64;&#104;&#111;&#117;&#115;&#116;&#111;&#110;&#98;&#111;&#109;&#97;&#46;&#111;&#114;&#103;"><span style="color: #17365d">tbetancourt@houstonboma.org</span></a> | </span></strong><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 12pt"><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">www.houstonboma.org</span></a></span></strong><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <br><br>10-May-10 1:45 PM BOMA Houston Scores Win on Water Rates <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" width="22" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="color: #17365d">Thanks to the work of&nbsp;your BOMA Houston Legislative Advocacy team, water rates to commercial users will increase only 8.1% as opposed to the originally proposed increase of 28%. At its meeting this morning, Houston City Council approved across the board increases for all user classes, which will eventually increase all classes to 100% of their cost of service delivery. &nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><span style="color: #17365d">Much time and effort was spent contacting City Council members, many thanks to all BOMA members who took the time to send emails and letters. </span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><span style="color: #17365d">My best,<br>Tammy</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">Tammy Betancourt, CAE | Executive Vice President<br>Houston Building Owners and Managers Association<br>5847 San Felipe, Suite 1260 | Houston, TX&nbsp; 77057<br>713.266.5691 | 713.266.4632 fax<br><a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#116;&#98;&#101;&#116;&#97;&#110;&#99;&#111;&#117;&#114;&#116;&#64;&#104;&#111;&#117;&#115;&#116;&#111;&#110;&#98;&#111;&#109;&#97;&#46;&#111;&#114;&#103;"><span style="color: #17365d">tbetancourt@houstonboma.org</span></a> | </span></strong><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 12pt"><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">www.houstonboma.org</span></a></span></strong><strong><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif'; color: #17365d; font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/816/ Tammy Betancourt Mon, 10 May 2010 18:45:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/814/ 40 Years, 40 Tips - Earth Day Tips for Property Professionals <div><br><font size="4"><span style="font-size: 10pt">The First Earth Day in 1970 saw 20 million Americans demonstrate for a sustainable environment; forty years later more than one billion people in 190 countries are taking part in Earth Day. In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, BOMA International releases 40 Earth-Friendly Tips to help commercial real estate professionals optimize building performance. From recycling to energy management to sustainable landscaping, these tips provide low-cost solutions to green buildings and reduce operating costs. </span></div> <div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1466/Earth.20Day.2020102.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong>Click here</strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></a></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span><span style="font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;to download the tips. </span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div></div></font> <br><br>21-Apr-10 9:00 AM 40 Years, 40 Tips - Earth Day Tips for Property Professionals <div><br><font size="4"><span style="font-size: 10pt">The First Earth Day in 1970 saw 20 million Americans demonstrate for a sustainable environment; forty years later more than one billion people in 190 countries are taking part in Earth Day. In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, BOMA International releases 40 Earth-Friendly Tips to help commercial real estate professionals optimize building performance. From recycling to energy management to sustainable landscaping, these tips provide low-cost solutions to green buildings and reduce operating costs. </span></div> <div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><a href="http://www.houstonboma.org/attachments/files/1466/Earth.20Day.2020102.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong>Click here</strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></a></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span></strong></span><span style="font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;to download the tips. </span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div></div></font> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/814/ Melissa Badillo Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/811/ Texas BOMA Legislative Update <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 1256px; height: 1633px" valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 52px; height: 1464px" valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">The Texas primaries are now officially over. While the primaries were held on March 2, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">there were a few races heading to runoffs. Those runoffs were held on Tuesday, April 13. With the end of the primary season, the ballots are set for the November general election contests.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">House Runoffs</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Across the state, five runoffs for party nominations for the Texas House of </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Representatives are now settled.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em>&nbsp;</em></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 14</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Fred Brown (R-Bryan) survived a runoff against former Tax Assessor-</span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Collector Gerald &#8220;Buddy&#8221; Win to keep his seat in the Texas House.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 47</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Valinda Bolton (D-Austin) currently holds the seat in House District</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">47. In the April runoff, Paul Workman defeated Holly Turner to earn the Republican nomination to face off against the three-term incumbent in November.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 52</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Diana Maldonado (D-Georgetown) currently holds the seat in House</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">District 52. In the April runoff, Larry Gonzales defeated John Gordon to earn the Republican nomination to face off against the first-term incumbent in November.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">District </span><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt">66</span></em></strong><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Brian McCall (R-Plano), who was chair of the Calendars Committee, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">announced his retirement from the legislature in late 2009. Several candidates emerged to replace him as the Republican nominee, with two, businessman Van Taylor and former City Council Member Mabrie Jackson going to a runoff. Mr. Taylor won the runoff and, because there is no Democrat in the general election contest, Mr. Taylor will be the new representative for District 66.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 79</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Norma Chavez (D-El Paso) faced off in the April runoff against Naomi </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Gonzalez. This was a very expensive race, as Rep. Chavez received substantial funding from trial lawyers and Ms. Gonzalez received the majority of her support from tort reform advocates. Ms. Gonzalez defeated Rep. Chavez in the runoff and, because there are no Republicans seeking the seat, Ms. Gonzalez will be the new representative for District 79 next session.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 83</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Delwin Jones (R-Lubbock), the longest-serving member of the Texas House</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">of Representatives, faced stiff opposition this year from two other Republicans in the primary. In the runoff, Jones was defeated by Charles Perry, a Lubbock accountant. Mr. Perry will be the new representative for District 83 next session.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 84</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> In late 2009, Rep. Carl Isett (R-Lubbock) announced he would not be </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">seeking re-election. Several candidates lined up to replace him as the Republican nominee in this heavily Republican district. In the April runoff, accountant John Frullo defeated former Texas Tech University Regent Mark Griffin. Mr. Frullo will face off against Democratic nominee Elizabeth Carol Morgan in the November general election.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 127</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Joe Crabb (R-Kingwood) decided not to seek re-election in 2010, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">clearing the field for several contenders. In the Republican runoff, Dan Huberty defeated Susan Curling. Mr. Huberty will face off against Democrat Joe Montemayor in the November election.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">Statewide Runoffs</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Statewide, there was only one race on the runoff ballot: Republican nominee for Texas </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Supreme Court. In that race, Tarrant County District Court Judge Debra Lehrmann defeated former State Representative Rick Green.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">State Senate</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">There were no runoffs for the Texas State Senate.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">Upcoming Elections</span></strong></p> <div style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">On May 8, there will be several special elections across the state. While most are mere </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">formalities with only one candidate in the race, one is drawing much attention. In State Senate District 22, incumbent Sen. Kip Averitt (R-Waco) abruptly suspended his campaign and resigned from the Senate. In the special election to replace him for the remainder of his term (through 2010), four candidates have emerged: professor Gayle Avant (D-Waco), retired Lt. Col. Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury), former Sen. David Sibley (R-Waco), and Burleson insurance broker Darren Yancy (R-Burleson).</span> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Times-Bold"><span style="font-size: 12pt">&nbsp;</span> <p align="left"><span style="font-size: 12pt">by Robert D. Miller, Yuniedth Midence Steen, and Gardner Pate</span></p></font></div></div> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> <br><br>16-Apr-10 4:18 PM Texas BOMA Legislative Update <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" height="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 1256px; height: 1633px" valign="top" align="center"><br> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e9e9e9" valign="top" align="left"><img alt="" src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_header.jpg" width="500" height="138" /></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="500"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 52px; height: 1464px" valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_lft.jpg" align="left"></td> <td> <p><font color="#666666" size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><font color="#000000" size="2" face="Arial"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">The Texas primaries are now officially over. While the primaries were held on March 2, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">there were a few races heading to runoffs. Those runoffs were held on Tuesday, April 13. With the end of the primary season, the ballots are set for the November general election contests.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">House Runoffs</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Across the state, five runoffs for party nominations for the Texas House of </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Representatives are now settled.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em>&nbsp;</em></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 14</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Fred Brown (R-Bryan) survived a runoff against former Tax Assessor-</span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Collector Gerald &#8220;Buddy&#8221; Win to keep his seat in the Texas House.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 47</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Valinda Bolton (D-Austin) currently holds the seat in House District</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">47. In the April runoff, Paul Workman defeated Holly Turner to earn the Republican nomination to face off against the three-term incumbent in November.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 52</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Diana Maldonado (D-Georgetown) currently holds the seat in House</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">District 52. In the April runoff, Larry Gonzales defeated John Gordon to earn the Republican nomination to face off against the first-term incumbent in November.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">District </span><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt">66</span></em></strong><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Brian McCall (R-Plano), who was chair of the Calendars Committee, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">announced his retirement from the legislature in late 2009. Several candidates emerged to replace him as the Republican nominee, with two, businessman Van Taylor and former City Council Member Mabrie Jackson going to a runoff. Mr. Taylor won the runoff and, because there is no Democrat in the general election contest, Mr. Taylor will be the new representative for District 66.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 79</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Norma Chavez (D-El Paso) faced off in the April runoff against Naomi </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Gonzalez. This was a very expensive race, as Rep. Chavez received substantial funding from trial lawyers and Ms. Gonzalez received the majority of her support from tort reform advocates. Ms. Gonzalez defeated Rep. Chavez in the runoff and, because there are no Republicans seeking the seat, Ms. Gonzalez will be the new representative for District 79 next session.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 83</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Delwin Jones (R-Lubbock), the longest-serving member of the Texas House</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">of Representatives, faced stiff opposition this year from two other Republicans in the primary. In the runoff, Jones was defeated by Charles Perry, a Lubbock accountant. Mr. Perry will be the new representative for District 83 next session.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 84</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> In late 2009, Rep. Carl Isett (R-Lubbock) announced he would not be </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">seeking re-election. Several candidates lined up to replace him as the Republican nominee in this heavily Republican district. In the April runoff, accountant John Frullo defeated former Texas Tech University Regent Mark Griffin. Mr. Frullo will face off against Democratic nominee Elizabeth Carol Morgan in the November general election.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><em><span style="font-family: Times-Italic; font-size: 12pt"><strong>District 127</strong></span></em><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt"><strong>.</strong> Rep. Joe Crabb (R-Kingwood) decided not to seek re-election in 2010, </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">clearing the field for several contenders. In the Republican runoff, Dan Huberty defeated Susan Curling. Mr. Huberty will face off against Democrat Joe Montemayor in the November election.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">Statewide Runoffs</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Statewide, there was only one race on the runoff ballot: Republican nominee for Texas </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">Supreme Court. In that race, Tarrant County District Court Judge Debra Lehrmann defeated former State Representative Rick Green.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">State Senate</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">There were no runoffs for the Texas State Senate.</span></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: Times-Bold; font-size: 12pt">Upcoming Elections</span></strong></p> <div style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">On May 8, there will be several special elections across the state. While most are mere </span><span style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 12pt">formalities with only one candidate in the race, one is drawing much attention. In State Senate District 22, incumbent Sen. Kip Averitt (R-Waco) abruptly suspended his campaign and resigned from the Senate. In the special election to replace him for the remainder of his term (through 2010), four candidates have emerged: professor Gayle Avant (D-Waco), retired Lt. Col. Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury), former Sen. David Sibley (R-Waco), and Burleson insurance broker Darren Yancy (R-Burleson).</span> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Times-Bold"><span style="font-size: 12pt">&nbsp;</span> <p align="left"><span style="font-size: 12pt">by Robert D. Miller, Yuniedth Midence Steen, and Gardner Pate</span></p></font></div></div> <p></font></font>&nbsp;</p></td> <td valign="top" background="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_rt.jpg" width="23" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left"><img alt='""' src="http://www.houstonboma.org/images/newsletter_btm.jpg" width="500" height="30" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table> no http://www.houstonboma.org/en/art/811/ Tammy Betancourt Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:18:29 GMT