4 Quotes by Randall Griffin

Our core markets in the Greater Washington, DC region are strong, as evidenced by the 9% and 10% same store NOI growth for the last two quarters, respectively, as well as our 2.1 million square feet of leasing activity for 2005. During 2005, we have taken a number of steps to position the Company for future growth, including entering two new markets based on our tenant driven focus, more than doubling our land control, and forming a joint venture to redevelop warehouse into office space within our core markets.

This sale represents the continuation of our Company's strategy to dispose of assets located outside of core markets and provides the opportunity to recycle capital into acquisitions and development in our higher growth markets. We have sold $27 million in properties year to date versus our stated annual goal of $100 million.

Corporate Office Properties Trust is proud to say that its properties are rated the highest in the nation for tenant satisfaction scores. It is an honor to once again be named 'Best In The Industry' and to be the recipient of the 'A List' Award. This reflects our Company's continual commitment to exceed our tenants' expectations through excellent service.

The Company is very pleased to have closed on these properties at a price significantly below replacement cost and to have added to our presence in the Colorado Springs market.