The 2017 Wage and Benefits Survey, which was completed by a strong representation of owner/manager firms in the region, was published in July of 2018. With 26 residential and 22 commercial participants in the survey, the results provide a statistically valid sampling. The fee for... Continue Reading
What do Utility Rates, Emergency Preparedness and Law & Risk Management have in common? They are all topics that AOBA is addressing over the coming months through member briefings, seminars and RPA courses. And that's just the beginning! Our DC, Maryland and Virginia advocacy team is... Continue Reading
Fire Alarm and Sprinkler System Operation, Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Note: Periodically, AOBA's Emergency Preparedness Committee members will submit articles/ tips for members. This article was contributed by David C. Taylor, FIRELINE CORPORATION As AOBA members know, having a properly... Continue Reading
The state minimum wage rate in Maryland increased to $10.10 per hour effective July 1. Although this is the final year of phased-in rate increases at the state level, there will be pressure to further increase the minimum wage rate at the 2019 General Assembly session. The minimum wage required... Continue Reading
Get ready for Sports Capital Week -- July 13-17 in Washington, DC. Major events and closures will be occuring at the Convention Center, the Capital Riverfront, the SW Waterfront, the Navy Yard area, and other parts of the city. Click for a detailed list of events, impacts and transit options Continue Reading
In the At Large race, AOBA MD State PAC-endorsed candidates, incumbent Hans Riemer and newcomer Gabe Albornoz, easily won on June 26. They will be joined on the Council by Will Jawando and Evan Glass. The PAC also endorsed Councilmembers Craig Rice (District 2) and Sidney Katz (District 3) both... Continue Reading
Primary elections in Prince George’s County held on June 26 produced winning candidates who, in most cases, should be good for AOBA members to work with for the next four years. In cases where AOBA’s PAC provided support, the candidates prevailed. The most important victory was the... Continue Reading
Please join us in welcoming a diverse group of owner/manager members as well as associate members to the AOBA community! These member firms have joined since the publication of our printed Membership Directory, so please download the list and keep it handy for future reference! Continue Reading
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Jim Kane, Owner Realty Development, LLC. A long-time member who has been active in our Maryland advocacy efforts, Jim owns Realty Development Group. After attending college and law school, he began working with a large architect- engineering firm and continues to... Continue Reading
AOBA congratulates the distinguished entrants and winners honored at its Commercial Awards Celebration and sincere thanks to all of our generous event sponsors! The winning management teams and individuals received awards at a June 14th industry dinner at the Fairmont Washington, DC.... Continue Reading
A recent study commissioned by the National Apartment Association (NAA) and National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reveals that in order to keep up with the growing demand, the United States needs to build 4.6 million new apartments by 2030 or it will face a major shortage. The study defines... Continue Reading
AOBA's Virginia Metropolitan Political Action Committee, the political arm of the Apartment and Office Building Association (AOBA) of Metropolitan Washington, has endorsed Councilman Justin Wilson for Alexandria Mayor. Justin has served on the Alexandria City Council... Continue Reading
