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New Chapters
Bring
New Expertise
Four organizations were granted chapter status by the Code Council’s Board of Directors on May 19. Two associations each bring more than 2,000 members from the fire and emergency service fields. The third is a newly formed group of diverse officials from New Hampshire, and the last education-oriented association hails from New York. Check out our newest Chapters. |
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Read about news and events from Code Council Chapters. Click on link below.
Pacific Southwest Region I
Pacific Northwest Region II
ICC Heartland Region IV Coalition
ICC Northeast Regional Coalition Region VI
Region VII of the International Code Council
ICC Region VIII
Gulf Coast Region IX
ICC Region X Coalition
Rocky Mountain Region XI
International Region XII |
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| Read reports of recent regional activities. Regions Bulletin Boards are also available in the Chapter section of the Code Council website. |
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Foster a Great Opportunity
Sponsorship opportunities to promote your Chapter at this year's Annual Conference and Education Program are still available, including:
Annual Banquet and Reception
Annual Banquet Supporter
Golf Tournament Tee-box
Golf Tournament Awards Sponsor
Directional Sign Advertisements
Conference Program Ads
Don’t let this great chance to promote your chapter pass you by. |
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Special Exam Event
A special administration of the Code Council Residential and Commercial Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing examinations will be held on Sunday, September 30 in Reno, Nevada. Space is limited so beat out the crowd and register early. |
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Did You Get Your Form?
Chapter Presidents who completed a 2007 Annual Report should have received a specially marked, complimentary registration form. Chapter Presidents using this form should not pre-register for the conference online. Don’t wait to contact Chapter staff at 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233), ext. 7205, if you have questions regarding your registration or did not receive the specially marked form. |
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Register for BDA Program
Interested in becoming a lead evaluator for your building department? The International Accreditation Service is offering another training opportunity at this years Annual Conference in Reno. Registration for this event is now available. |
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WICED Group Seeking
Members, Chapter Status
An organizational meeting for Women in Code Enforcement and Development (WICED), a newly formed national chapter for women in the code enforcement/development field, was held May 20 during Codes Forum in Rochester, New York. At this first meeting, the group discussed the level of interest, the mechanics of forming a chapter, establishing a timeline, and pursuing Code Council chapter status in the near future. Please contact Shirley Muns or Sarah Rice for details in joining the group. |
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Protect Public Safety
Enhance Your Community
November 14-15
Cincinnati, Ohio
Learn current methods to improve your jurisdiction through community partnerships, proper code enforcement and successful court action. Industry experts will share their insight into property maintenance code administration, program challenges and strategies for success at the Council’s Property Maintenance and Housing Institute. |
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| Have questions or comments about ICC Chapter eNewsletter? Please contact Patty Bond. |
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| Board Meetings |
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| Sept. 29 |
ICC Board Meeting
Reno, NV |
| Oct. 4 |
IAS Board Meeting
Reno, NV |
| Get the latest Board minutes. |
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The deadline is approaching to get involved in these committees:
Board for International Professional Standards
Exam Development Committee |
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ICC Chapter
eNewsletter
Volume 3, Issue 3
August 2007
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Chapter Benefit Day Now Totally Free
Keep money where it belongs. . . in your pocket! |
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Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better—it does! Now, everyone attending the Chapter Education Benefit (CEB) day will receive complimentary instructional materials, resulting in one totally free day of training for every eligible chapter, annually.
“The Board and staff realize that our chapter volunteers have enough to do and that chapter benefits are only helpful if they are easy to use,” said Laura Scott, Vice President of Chapter Relations. “Now, chapters will receive free materials for everyone who attends the CEB day. |
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Sneak Peek at Conference Chapter Events
 Several chapter-related activities planned for the International Code Council’s 2007 Annual Conference and Education Program in Reno, Nevada, provide a great way to network with other Chapter members, make new industry contacts, and enhance your overall skills and knowledge base.
Chapter Presidents Breakfast—invitation-only event for Chapter presidents and officers.
Legislative Forum—the latest on Government Relations activities.
Chapter Leadership Program—featuring the presentation, "Chapter Leader Manual: An On-Line Resource for Chapters".
Awards Luncheon—where the 2007 Chapter of the Year Award will be presented in addition to other Code Council awards.
Chapter Open Regions Meetings—Reserve rooms now. |
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First Chapters Join Code Council on the Hill
Representatives of the 2006 Chapter of the Year and Chapter Merit Award winners were treated to something very special this year. They became the first group of Chapter officers brought to Washington, D.C. to formally participate in Capitol Hill Day during Building Safety Week. Chapter leaders joined the Council delegation and took on the role of Congressional advocate with relish and enthusiasm as they expanded the Council’s outreach on Capitol Hill. The meetings focused on building support for the Council’s Community Building Code Administration Grant Program and 2007 Legislative Initiative.
Support from chapters will play a pivotal role in building grassroots support for this initiative at the state and local levels. Read more on the Chapter officers’ activities, as well as the unique personal perspectives from chapter leaders who participated. |
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Taken on the rooftop of the Council's new Headquarters office, located just blocks from the Capitol, Chapter officers unwind after a busy day advocating for the Council's Community Building Code Administration Grant program. Pictured are Roger Axel (left), Association of Minnesota Building Officials (2006 Merit Award); Sheila Lee, California Building Officials (2006 Chapter of the Year); Kurt Kasson, North Texas Chapter (2006 Merit Award); Paul Aston, Idaho Association of Building Officials (2006 Merit Award); Tina Rakes, Heart of America Chapter (2006 Merit Award); and Vice President of Chapter Relations Laura Scott. |
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A Memorable Event for Chapters
Every year in June, New England chapters roll out the red carpet for the Code Council’s Board of Directors and staff during the legendary New England Tour. Attendees talk “code” while dining on local seafood specialties. This year’s Code Council group made a fast-paced dash across New England, meeting nine chapters in four days. Of the many memorable events, Connecticut Association of Housing Code Enforcement Officials Past President John C. Watson, Sr.’s speech “Are You a Professional?” resonated with many on the issue of code uniformity and the statewide adoption of a model property maintenance code. |
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Members of the New Hampshire and Maine chapters graciously played host to Code Council representatives during this year’s New England Tour. The ICC contingent included CEO Rick Weiland, Board President Wally Bailey, Board Immediate Past President Henry Green, Board Secretary/Treasurer Adolf Zubia and Government Relations Senior Vice President Sara Yerkes. |
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Flush Pheasants in South Dakota
 While Mount Rushmore may be South Dakota’s top tourist attraction, small game hunters know the state offers outstanding pheasant hunting. The South Dakota Building Officials Association (SDBOA) is hosting a pheasant hunt, November
2–4, near Winner, South Dakota. Open to all Chapter members, availability is limited to 25 hunters on a first-come, first-serve basis.
“We’re excited to host the first of what we hope will be an annual event,” said SDBOA member Ron Bell, Sioux Falls Chief Building Official and past ICC Code Official of the Year. “South Dakota is known for its pheasant hunting and this promises to be an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the sport and the wide-open spaces of South Dakota.”
Estimated cost is $625 per person and includes meals and lodging for Friday–Saturday night. Transportation is not included. For details, contact Ron Bell at (605) 367-8673. |
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How to Build Your Website
 For some chapters, building a website can be a daunting task. With so many vendors and options, many chapters are left wondering where to begin. If you are one of those chapters, take heart because we have done the leg work on websites so you won’t have to.
A presentation on how to design a winning website that meets chapter needs on content, style, format, features, maintenance and cost is now available upon request. |
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Delivering News You Use
Here’s the most popular news from the May issue:
•Free training materials for members
•Forming a permit technician chapter
•ICC membership benefits, rewards
•Region V news
•Region II news
We’re looking to improve and grow this eNewsletter to make it all it can be for you. Have any great ideas for articles or news you’d love to see? Send us your suggestions. |
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