Complimentary Training Materials for Members

Code Council members who attend training at an ICC Chapter Education Benefit Day will receive a new member benefit—complimentary training materials. Previously, members and non-members were provided with training materials purchased at a discounted rate. Now member materials are absolutely free.

Building Safety on the Hill
During Building Safety Week, May 6–12, the Code Council Board of Directors, the Government Relations Advisory Committee and ICC Chapter leaders will meet with members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives to discuss Council legislative priorities on behalf of our members and stakeholders. The Council’s delegation of Chapter leaders includes representatives from California Building Officials—ICC's 2006 Chapter of the Year—and from the North Texas Chapter, Idaho Association of Building Officials, Association of Minnesota Building Officials and Heart of America Chapter—ICC's 2006 Merit Award winners.

Send Legislators a Message of Support
The Code Council’s single priority in communicating with Congress during this year's Building Safety Week is creating support for a community grant program devoted to supporting the needs of local building and fire code administration. Send your own message to Congress in support of the Council’s proposal and assist the Capitol Hill delegation during their Building Safety Week visits with Congress.

Are You Eligible to Vote in Rochester?
The agenda for the Final Action Hearings at the 2007 Codes Forum in Rochester, New York, is now available, but are you ready to vote? Following an update to policy CP-28 governing code change voting at final action hearings, the Council encourages Governmental Members to review their records to ensure they can obtain their voting credentials. Modifications must be received 10 days prior to the start of a public hearing, which applies to the upcoming May Codes Forum in Rochester, NY. Don't delay. Review your membership record now.

Popular Chapter Events Hit Reno

Chapter President’s BreakfastChapter Leader Workshop Regions MeetingsChapter of the Year Award

This year’s 2007 ICC Annual Educational Conference, September 30–October 3 at the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, Nevada, is a great opportunity for chapters to purchase advertising space in the conference program or to sponsor specific events. Registration and lodging information will be available in May. Contact the Council’s Meetings & Travel Services Department at 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233), ext. 4226 or 4229, for further details.
Remember, each chapter that submits its Annual Report by June 1 will receive a specially marked, complimentary registration form for its president to attend the conference.

Do You Have an Award Winning Chapter?
Each year at the Annual Conference, the Code Council recognizes the achievements of chapters and their contributions to the building safety industry through its Chapter Awards Program. The winning chapter receives a personalized plaque, is added to a perpetual plaque of ICC Chapter of the Year winners, and receives one free day of training and one free registration to the next ICC Annual Conference. Merit Award winners also receive a plaque, are added to a perpetual plaque and receive one free registration to the next ICC Annual Conference. Application information was mailed to chapter presidents in mid-April and is also available online. All chapters are encouraged to participate. Applications are due in the Ohio Field Office by June 1. Good luck to all!

Call for ICC Award Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the ICC Awards to be presented at the 2007 ICC Annual Education Conference. The Bobby J. Fowler Award, ICC Code Official of the Year Award, Affiliate Award, Community Service Award and Fire Service Award will be presented to honor individuals and organizations for their accomplishments and service to ICC and the building safety industry. The deadline to submit nominations for this year’s ICC Awards is June 1.

Already Planning Your Next Chapter Meeting?
Before inviting an ICC Board member or executive staff to your next chapter meeting, did you know that a procedure is already in place to help you make that invitation? By submitting a Chapter Meeting Request Form you can be assured a chapter staff member will personally address your request and respond in a timely manner.
With over 300 ICC chapters, please submit your form at least 60–90 days prior to your meeting to reduce the possibility of scheduling conflicts. You will receive confirmation once your form is received and you will receive written confirmation regarding who is attending, when they are attending and the tasks they will perform.

Chapters Making A Difference
The Code Council thanks the Northwest Building Officials & Code Administrators of Illinois and the Suburban Building Officials Conference for their recent donations to Project H.E.R.O. Would your chapter like to make a donation toward global safety?

The Importance of ICC Permit Technician Chapters
The permit technician classification is a valuable and unique position generally described as a support position for technical staff within a governmental jurisdiction. These positions, while members of the ICC family of certified groups, have a special need for specific training, networking and support from other permit technicians within their local jurisdiction, state and existing permit technician chapters nationwide. One of the most effective ways to accomplish this invaluable training and networking is to form a state or regional ICC permit technician chapter.

ICC Renews Focus on Plumbing and Mechanical

Jay Peters discusses the Council's renewed focus on its plumbing and mechanical programs.

As part of the Council's renewed focus on its plumbing and mechanical programs, ICC Executive Director of Plumbing and Mechanical Activities Jay Peters spoke at the 44th Annual Alabama Association of Plumbing, Gas & Mechanical Inspectors Conference in Auburn, and at the Virginia Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors Association Annual School of Instruction in Virginia Beach.

Contact Us
More Chapter information can be found on the Web by clicking here. You can also dial 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) and reach the following:

ICC Vision and Mission Statements
Vision: Protecting the health, safety, and welfare of people by creating better buildings and safer communities.
Mission: Providing the highest quality codes, standards, products, and services for all concerned with the safety and performance of the built environment.