Sep
15
This weekend, the City of Alexandria voted to enact a stricter face mask requirement to take effect on October 1. It expands upon Governor Ralph...
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Protecting and Enhancing the Value of Members' Investments
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AOBA's non-partisan government affairs activities in DC, Maryland and Virginia provide members with substantial savings in utilities, property taxes and other regulatory fees -- savings that enhance value to owners, tenants and residents. Brief highlights of AOBA's advocacy accomplishments in 2018 are included in the 2018 Year in Review publication.
AOBA's advocacy efforts are focused on:
- guarding against burdensome tax increases and inappropriate regulations;
- seeking reasonable building regulations;
- advocating before public service commissions to keep energy costs down;
- promoting responsible housing regulation to preserve affordability; and
- reducing government costs and hassles.
For specific questions and assistance, contact AOBA's Advocacy team:
Regional Advocacy Issues: Nicola Whiteman, Esq., Senior Vice
President of Government Affairs
District of Columbia: Kirsten Williams, Esq., Vice President of Government Affairs, DC - Commercial; Randi Marshall, Vice President of Government Affairs, DC - Residential
Maryland: Ron Wineholt, Vice President of Government Affairs, MD;
Montgomery County: Nicola Whiteman
Virginia: Brian Gordon, Vice President of Government Affairs, VA, or
Bismah Ahmed, Director of Government Affairs, VA
Sep
14
BOMA International has released a new Pandemic Guide as a new tool for building owners and managers to rethink their emergency preparedness...
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Sep
9
Per guidance from Judge Morrissey, Chief Judge of the District Court of Maryland, the Centers for Disease Control...
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Sep
2
ARLINGTON, VA | September 1, 2020 – Statement from NAA President & CEO Bob Pinnegar: The National Apartment Association (NAA) and...
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Sep
1
AOBA is excited to share with you the September/October Inside issue. You can now access it instantly HERE.
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Aug
20
AOBA is excited to welcome Mario K. Salazar as the Vice President of Public Relations, Public Policy, and Grassroots Initiatives. Mario has 13...
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Jul
28
This award highlights key characteristics of AOBA’s late member David H. Hillman, who was noted for his exceptional and innovative commitment...
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Jul
27
Mayor Bowser has issued a new mask order in the District that extends the requirements related to wearing masks in indoor and outdoor public spaces....
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Jul
21
On July 17, the District Court provided communication regarding landlord/tenant actions during phase 3 of Maryland Judiciary’s reopening...
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Jul
20
Last week, the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board adopted emergency temporary standards for workplace safety. The regulations, adopted pursuant...
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Jul
10
The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has launched the Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program, offering financial...
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Jul
9
Takis Karantonis won a special election this week to replace Eric Gutshall on the Arlington County Board after his April resignation. His term on...
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