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NEWS AT A GLANCE BOMA-ATLANTA NEWS BOMA-Atlanta Leadership Nominations. It's time to consider BOMA leadership positions for 2008. Positions are available on the BOMA-Atlanta Board of Directors and as a BOMA-Atlanta officer. Serving as an elected leader in BOMA-Atlanta is an exciting opportunity to help set the direction for the association for years to come. The Board of Directors meets quarterly and also conducts an annual strategic planning retreat. If you are interested in serving your association in a leadership capacity or know anyone who is a good candidate to serve, please forward the individual's name, company and phone number to Gabriel Eckert at geckert@boma-atlanta.org or call 404-475-9980. Nominations are due October 1. BOMA-Atlanta Logo Guidelines Due September 7. If you are planning on using the BOMA-Atlanta member logo in your marketing materials, don't forget to fax your signed logo policy agreement to Laura Kenney at 404-475-9987 by BOMA-Atlanta Launches New Leadership Program. BOMA-Atlanta will be launching a new leadership program in 2008. The program will be open to 20-22 members who are property managers, facility managers and building engineers with management responsibilities. The five-day program will focus on leadership and self-awareness development; time and stress management; negotiation skills; understanding your motivational value system to manage conflict; and creating a motivating work environment. The tuition is anticipated to be $1,175. If you or someone you know may be a good candidate for this program, be sure to include this tuition fee in your budget for 2008. For additional information, contact BOMA-Atlanta at 404-475-9980 or e-mail Gabriel Eckert at geckert@boma-atlanta.org. Georgia Power Rate Filing. Georgia Power recently filed a letter with the Georgia Public Service Commission seeking permission to increase rates by 5.98% (406.7 million) to recover costs for environmental programs, new generation and electric infrastructure to meet growing customer demand for electricity. If the request is approved, the new rates would be effective until January 1, 2008. The company also provided an optional three-year plan, in addition to a traditional one-year rate filing. This plan provides for the same increase in 2008, as well as increases of 2.9% in 2009 and 0.66% in 2010. The increases in 2009 and 2010 would recover additional environmental costs in those years. On August 2, Georgia Power met with the BOMA-Atlanta leadership to discuss the rate case filing. Click here and click here to see the two sets of PowerPoint notes from the meeting. 2008 Southern Region Conference. Mark your calendars for the 2008 BOMA Southern Region Conference. The conference will be held April 10-13 at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando. Educational session information and sponsorships are available. Click here for session information. Click here for a list of sponsorship opportunities, and click here to download a sponsorship form. Helpful Reports from BOMA International. The 2007 Experience Exchange Report (EER) is now available on CD Rom from BOMA International. Access all of the data contained in the book version, plus 18 custom research modules, including Class A, B and C analysis by city and operating income. A manageable user interface and multiple search categories combined with the most accurate data make this one of the most valuable resources for anyone in the commercial real estate industry. To order the ERR, call BOMA at 800-426-6292 or click here. BOMA also offers the Commercial Real Estate Lease Guide, which walks you through the complex language of today’s leases. Find out what your tenants are thinking when it comes to lease negotiations. To order the Lease Guide, call BOMA at 800-426-6292 or click here. Jobs Available. Check out the BOMA-Atlanta job bank and see what jobs are currently open. And if you are an employer, consider posting your job online. You'll also get access to property manager, facility manager and building engineer resumes on file. UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL COURSES Mastering Essentials of Human Resources Management Seminar. Design, Operation and Maintenance II. (September 19) This course provides property and facility managers with the information to make management decisions about various building systems and sites--decisions that will increase occupant safety and comfort while facilitating building efficiency and meeting business goals. You will gain an understanding of electrical systems and lighting, elevator maintenance and modernization, and pest and solid waste management. The course also covers security issues, fire and safety systems, and energy management concerns. Leasing and Marketing for Property Managers. (September 26) In this course, you will gain the skills needed to successfully lease and market building space under favorable as well as adverse economic conditions. You will learn to conduct targeted market surveys and to develop a marketing plan that will please both the owner and the tenant. Leasing and marketing are also approached in-depth from legal and ethical angles, as well as from a financial standpoint. BOMA PM 101. (October 4) Explore the world of property management through Property Management 101, a five-day course taught over five weeks. This dynamic course combines classroom-style learning, interaction with industry professionals, and behind-the-scenes tours of metro-Atlanta buildings. It is designed for assistant property and facility managers and others who are interested in expanding their knowledge of the industry. The Georgia Real Estate Commission has approved this course for 24 hours of Continuing Education Units. Commercial HVAC--Third Semester. (October 4) The BOMA Technical Organization (BTO) has partnered with Chattahoochee Technical College to offer a Commercial HVAC course for building engineers. This is the third course in the five-semester series. Semester courses are topic-specific and may be taken out of sequence. A certificate of completion will be issued to show attendance and completion of the required material. The classes may be taken in conjunction with SMA classes or any other seminars. Fundamentals of Facilities Management. (October 24) Successful facilities managers must have business savvy supported by a broad scope of technical knowledge. This course provides the base from which to build a career in facilities management. You will learn how to structure and manage operations and maintenance programs and how to manage personnel effectively to control workload. You will gain an understanding of the importance of facilities management to business organizations and operations, while also learning strategies for internal marketing. You will likewise acquire project management and leadership skills crucial to your success. Electrical Safety Seminar. (October 30) On any given day, there are between 5 and 10 flash incidents in the United States. BOMA's Electrical Safety Seminar will enable you to improve the safety of your building. Designed for building engineers, property managers and facility managers, the seminar will cover OSHA requirements, safety tips, NFPA regulations and other code requirements. The speaker will be Dave Simans, lead engineer for Power Distribution Service. The seminar is approved for 3 hours of CEUs. UPCOMING EVENTS Commercial Real Estate Inspirational Breakfast. (September 12) The Commercial Real Estate Inspirational Breakfast presented by BOMA-Atlanta will be held at the Marriott Perimeter Center Hotel. Ike Reighard will speak on the topic of work-life balance. A former pastor of the North Star Church, Reighard was most employed by HomeBanc Mortgage. Event seating is limited, so be sure to register early. September BOMA Bash. (September 20) Hosted by select allied member sponsors, BOMA Bashes provide an informal social and networking opportunity for property managers, facility managers and building engineers. The September BOMA Bash is sponsored by Walden Security, Spectrum Painting, Superior Commercial Roofing and Coast and Valley. The bash is open to property managers, facility managers and building engineers. There is no charge to attend the event, although advance registration is required. Attendance is limited to the first 80 individuals who register
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