Individuals honored for contributions to safety and resiliency

The International Code Council honored outstanding individuals and organizations for their accomplishments and service to their communities, the building safety industry and the Code Council during the 2019 Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.

Bobby J. Fowler Award — Alex “Cash” Olszowy

The Bobby J. Fowler Award honors the memory of the first chairman of the Code Council Board of Directors who led the charge to consolidate three regional model code organizations into one association. This award is presented to a leader who demonstrates integrity, professionalism and compassion. This year’s Fowler Award was presented to Alex “Cash” Olszowy, director of code enforcement for Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government.

Pictured are previous recipients of the Fowler Award joining 2019 recipient Alex “Cash” Olszowy (center) onstage as he receives the award during the ICC Annual Banquet on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Gerald H. Jones Code Official of the Year Award — Judy Frydland

The Gerald H. Jones Code Official of the Year Award is awarded to an individual whose contributions advance the code enforcement profession and the Code Council’s mission. The award is presented in honor of the founders of the three model code organizations: Albert H. Baum, M.L. Clement and Phil Roberts. The 2019 Code Official of the Year is Judy Frydland, commissioner of the Chicago Department of Buildings.

Pictured is Frydland (center) as she receives the 2019 Code Official of the Year Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) and Code Council Board Immediate Past President William Bryant (right) during the ICC Members Luncheon on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

ICC Fire Service Award — Jeff Shapiro

The ICC Fire Service Award is presented in honor of Robert W. Gain, a founder of the Uniform Fire Code and a prominent member of the organizations that created the International Fire Code. The award is given to a member whose professional abilities and leadership serve as an example to all fire prevention and fire protection professionals. The recipient of the 2019 ICC Fire Service Award is Jeff Shapiro, president of the International Code Consultants.

Pictured is Jeff Shapiro (center) as he receives the 2019 ICC Fire Service Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) and Code Council Board Immediate Past President William Bryant (right) during the ICC Members Luncheon on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

ICC Educator of the Year Award — Bob Schutz

The ICC Educator of the Year Award recognizes excellence in promoting professional development. The award is given in memory of Brent Snyder, a renowned Code Council educator and Past Presiding Officer, for his calm and inspiring leadership. The 2019 Educator of the Year is Bob Schutz, retired building code official for the city of Columbus, Ohio.

Pictured is Bob Schutz (center) as he receives the 2019 Educator of the Year Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) and Code Council Board Immediate Past President William Bryant (right) during the ICC Members Luncheon on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

ICC Community Service Award — Puerto Rico Construction Code Committee

The ICC Community Service Award recognizes outstanding service that promotes public health, safety and welfare. The 2019 recipient is the Puerto Rico Construction Code Committee for its work to update the Puerto Rico Building Code following the devastation of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Pictured are Lissette Rodriguez-Tomasini and Evelyn Moya as they accept the 2019 ICC Community Service Award on behalf of the Puerto Rico Construction Code Committee from Code Council Senior Vice President of Government Relations Sara Yerkes (left) and Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (second from left) during the Government Relations Forum on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Meritorious Service Award — Randy Noel

The ICC Meritorious Service Award is granted to an individual who has given unselfishly of time and talent in furthering the development of ICC codes and standards. This year’s recipient is Randy Noel, immediate past chairman of the National Association of Home Builders Board of Directors and founder of Reve Inc., a custom home building firm in LaPlace, La.

Pictured is Randy Noel (center) as he receives the 2019 ICC Meritorious Service Award from Code Council Board of Directors Secretary/Treasurer Michael Wich (left) and Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims (right) during the ICC Annual Banquet on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Innovation in Code Administration Award — Planning and Development Department for the City of Rock Hill, South Carolina

The Innovation in Code Administration Award recognizes building safety organizations for innovation in the delivery of code administration services. It is sponsored jointly by the Code Council, the International Association of Fire Chiefs Fire and Life Safety Section, and the National Association of State Fire Marshals. The 2019 recipient is the Planning and Development Department for the City of Rock Hill, South Carolina, for its Open for Business program that ensures new business owners have a full understanding and compliance with the building and zoning codes.

Pictured is Mike Nugent (center) as he accepts the 2019 Innovation in Code Administration Award on behalf of the Planning and Development Department for the City of Rock Hill, South Carolina, from Code Council Senior Vice President of Government Relations Sara Yerkes (left) and Code Council Vice President of Fire and Disaster Mitigation Karl Fippinger (right) during the Government Relations Forum on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Excellence in Public Safety Award — Bill McKinney

The Excellence in Public Safety Award is granted to a member of the building safety industry who demonstrates integrity, professionalism and dedication to public service. The 2019 recipient is Bill McKinney, president of the New Hampshire Building Officials Association.

Pictured is Bill McKinney (center) as he receives the 2019 Excellence in Public Safety Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) and Code Council Board Immediate Past President William Bryant (right) during the ICC Members Luncheon on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Chapter of the Year Award — Code Administrators Association of Kentucky

The Chapter of the Year Award recognizes extraordinary performance by a chapter in promoting the goals and mission of the Code Council. The 2019 recipient is the Code Administrators Association of Kentucky for its work to ensure consistent code enforcement throughout all areas of Kentucky and its efforts to promote member participation in the code development process.

Pictured are some of the members of the Code Administrators Association of Kentucky as they accept the 2019 Chapter of the Year Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) during the Chapter Presidents Meeting on Oct. 21, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Chapter Merit Awards — Central Coast Chapter, Minnesota Association of Housing Code Officials, Virginia Building and Code Officials Association

The Chapter Merit Awards recognize chapters that distinguish themselves through activities demonstrating the Code Council’s goals and objectives. The Central Coast Chapter, the Minnesota Association of Housing Code Officials, and the Virginia Building and Code Officials Association are recognized this year for their commitment to member education, their service to their respective communities and raising the profile of building professionals.

Pictured are some of the members of the Minnesota Association of Housing Code Officials as they accept one of three 2019 Chapter Merit Awards from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) during the Chapter Presidents Meeting on Oct. 21, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Regions Spotlight Award — ICC Region II

The ICC Regions Spotlight Award is presented to a regional chapter that has demonstrated strong cooperation, community service and growth. The recipient of the 2019 Regions Spotlight Award is ICC Region II.

Pictured are some of the members of ICC Region II as they accept the 2019 Regions Spotlight Award from Committee Chairman Alan Boswell (left) during the Chapter Presidents Meeting on Oct. 21, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

National Leadership in Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Awards — John Umphress and the American Society of Interior Designers

The National Leadership in Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Award recognizes outstanding contributions to the growth and enhancement of codes or public policy espousing the principles of the Code Council Sustainability Membership Council. The 2019 recipients are John Umphress, Senior Green Building and Sustainability Consultant for the Austin Energy Green Building Program, and the American Society of Interior Designers.

ICC Global Membership Award — Caribbean Community Regional Organization for Standards and Quality

The ICC Global Membership Award recognizes distinguished service to the Code Council’s global mission and vision. The 2019 recipient is the Caribbean Community Regional Organization for Standards and Quality (CROSQ) led by Chief Executive Officer Deryck Omar.

ICC President’s Award — ICC Moderators

The ICC President’s Award honors an individual or group that makes an exceptional contribution to the goals, vision and mission of the International Code Council. The 2019 recipients of this year’s ICC President’s Award are the moderators of the Code Council code development process.

Pictured are some of the Code Council moderators accepting the 2019 ICC President’s Award from Code Council Board Immediate Past President William Bryant (second from left) during the ICC Annual Banquet on Oct. 22, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nev.

ICC Raising the Profile Award — Lydia Clary

The ICC Raising the Profile Award recognizes an individual or organization for acts or contributions that raise the public awareness of accomplishments by code personnel that improve public safety in the built environment. Lydia Clary, deputy director and building official of the Community Development Department for the city of Stockton, Calif., received the 2019 ICC Raising the Profile Award earlier this year for helping to raise the profile of code officials through her actions not only in the community but also by through the mentoring of her staff. You can read more on Clary and her accomplishments here.

The Code Council congratulates all the 2019 award recipients.