Code Council Chapters Honored for Extraordinary Performance and Participation

Every year, the International Code Council recognizes chapters that reflect and promote the organization’s mission and goals. This year, the Code Council honored several outstanding chapters at the Chapter Presidents Meeting on Oct. 9, 2023, during the Code Council’s Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri.

The following awards were given out:

• Chapter of the Year Award 
• Chapter Merit Award 
• Regions Spotlight Award

The Code Council congratulates the following chapters for their accomplishments and contributions.

SEE RELATED: International Code Council Honors Extraordinary Building Safety Professionals at 2023 Annual Conference

Chapter of the Year Award: Building Inspectors Association of Nassau County

The Chapter of the Year Award is the Code Council’s highest award bestowed upon a chapter and recognizes the extraordinary performance by a Code Council chapter in promoting the goals and mission of the organization. This year’s recipient of the 2023 Chapter of the Year Award is the Building Inspectors Association of Nassau County (BIANCO).

Every year, BIANCO hosts an extensive public education campaign conducted during the Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign which increases awareness of the importance of building safety and the important role of BIANCO members in supporting their communities.

Through this campaign, BIANCO allows chapter leaders and members to meet with town supervisors and other local government officials, county police and fire officials and the Nassau County Executive to learn more about their roles in promoting public safety.

View past recipients of the Chapter of the Year Award.

Chapter Merit Award: ICC Midwest Region V

The Code Council’s Chapter Merit Award recognizes chapters that distinguish themselves through activities demonstrating the Code Council’s goals and objectives. This year’s recipient of the 2023 Chapter Merit Award is ICC Midwest Region V.

Region V prioritizes recruiting new people into the industry. In May 2023, the Chapter hosted a successful virtual event focusing on career opportunities and resources available for people interested in the building industry. Their work has gone a long way toward developing the next generation of building safety professionals.

View past recipients of the Chapter Merit Award.

Regions Spotlight Award: Region I of the International Code Council, Highlighting the Contributions of Tim Spears through Region I Radio

The Regions Spotlight Award is presented to a chapter that has demonstrated strong cooperation among the chapters that make up the region, advancement of professionalism, strong community service, and membership growth. This year’s recipient of the 2023 Regions Spotlight Award is ICC Region I.

Region I’s hit podcast, “Region I Radio,” is hosted by Chapter President, Tim Spears. The series, which is available on YouTube and other media, explores challenges, opportunities and innovation in our industry through in-depth talks on building safety, compliance and emerging technology.

Getting Involved Through Code Council Chapters

Code Council chapters are groups of code officials and industry-related professionals run by volunteers who support and promote the mission and goals of the Code Council. Chapters create partnerships with members of the building community and increase public awareness about the value of code officials in our everyday lives.

The Code Council is supported by over 400 chapters spread throughout the country and around the world. Chapters are designated as regional, state, local, professional, student or global depending on the geographical area they serve and the nature of their membership. Every Code Council chapter is different with many focusing on a particular discipline such as building safety, fire prevention, mechanical and plumbing.

Click here to learn more about Code Council chapters and how to get involved.