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Report of the 2026 CALBO Nominations Committee

The CALBO Nominations Committee presents the following report and proposed slate of officers for the 2026-27 CALBO Membership Year: 

Mr. Mike Brinkman, City of Newman, President 

Ms. Sara Retmier, City of Beaumont, Vice President 

Mr. Doug Hughes, Town of Windsor, Secretary/Treasurer 

Mr. Raj Patel, City of Pico Rivera, Past President

Mr. Ian Livingston, City of Guadalupe, Board Member – Two-Year Term 

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Fit CALBO On Demand into Your February Calendar

CALBO’s newest online training platform, CALBO On Demand, is self-paced and designed to fit your schedule, allowing access to courses when it works for you, with no set dates or live class times.

CALBO On Demand Launches Next Month.
Keep a look out for these on demand courses!

*On Demand Code Courses Include:

  • 2025 California Building Code: Highlighting Significant Changes
  • 2025 California Residential Code: Highlighting Significant Changes
  • 2023 National Electrical Code: Significant Changes
  • Accessible Circulation Paths at Vehicular Traffic Areas CBC Chapter 11B
  • Residential PV and Energy Storage Systems: Fundamentals and Code Requirements
  • Building Confidence: A Permit Technician’s Guide to Plan Review
  • Code Enforcement Essentials for Building Departments

*On Demand Professional Development Courses Include:

  • Ethical Considerations in the Workplace
  • Communicating with Clarity
  • Coaching and Managing for Impact
  • Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce
  • The Power of Influence
  • Navigating Workplace Conflict and Difficult Conversations

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Your CALBO News: Summer 2025 is Here

CALBO News: Summer 2025 is here! Packed with updates, training, and resources, this issue is designed to support California code officials and industry colleagues as you protect the built environment in the Golden State.

Here’s a quick look at what’s inside:

Leadership & Advocacy

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AB 306 Provisions Signed by Governor Newsom via State Budget Process
Local California Jurisdictions Have Certainty on Local Amendments to Residential Codes

SACRAMENTO – Local California jurisdictions have certainty when it comes to local amendments relative to residential housing and construction post-September 30, 2025.  Last night, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the $321 billion-dollar state budget for the 2025-26 which included a series of “trailer bills” necessary for the enactment of the overall state budget.  Included in one of these trailer bills – 

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Continued Availability of Site-Specific Case Studies to Determine Ground Snow Loads In Compliance with 2024 CBC Section 1608.2
CALBO Informational Bulletin

You may be aware of updates to the model codes approved by the American Society of Civil Engineers in ASCE 7-22 and adopted in the 2024 IBC.  As a result of these changes, the 2024 CBC relies on a new national geodatabase and a new methodology to determine building standards applicable to natural hazard risks, including ground snow loads.

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CALBO Virtual Career Expo
Register to Attend or Volunteer Tomorrow - Don't Miss Out

Join CALBO and Diablo Valley College (DVC) for its Annual Virtual Career Expo designed for job seekers and students throughout California, especially those seeking to start or grow a career in building safety.
 

This statewide event provides an excellent opportunity for building departments, private service providers, and current and next generation building safety professionals to connect. Register today as an attendee or volunteer.

When: TOMORROW - Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 3:00-5:00pm

Fee: Free Virtual Event

Where: All registrants will receive an emailed Zoom link to attend the online event.

Attendee Registration - Free, No Cost: Click Here

Volunteer Registration: Click Here

Event Schedule, Speakers & Breakout Rooms: Click Here​

***Special thanks to the CALBO Professional Engagement Committee and Diablo Valley College (DVC) Workforce Development Team for your collaboration and organizing this annual event!

Questions about the Event? Please contact the CALBO Office or Geoff Simmons, CALBO Professional Engagement Committee Chair, for updated information.

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Together in Crisis: Wildfire Resources Now Available

Dear CALBO Community,

The devastating wildfires in Southern California have gripped our attention over the past week. As building professionals, we feel the call to action supporting our communities through these trying times.

To aid in the recovery efforts, CALBO has launched a centralized Wildfire Recovery Hub providing essential resources and real-time updates to help you navigate this crisis.

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Understanding the ICC Code Process
Did you miss this webinar? Not to worry!

Did you miss this webinar? Prepare for the International Code Council’s Annual Conference, Expo and Committee Action Hearings  – download the presentation and watch it now!

Title: Getting Involved in the ICC Code Process: Insights from California Building and Fire Officials

Description: Learn from your peers in this interactive webinar featuring insights from California building and fire officials. Discover how they became involved in code hearings, their current roles, and how you can participate too. Gain practical knowledge about cdpACCESS, the digital platform for managing the code development process, including registration, usage, and tips for success. Whether you’re an experienced code official or new to the field, this webinar provides you with valuable strategies to participate in the codes that govern our built environment.

CLICK HERE – Download PDF Presentation
CLICK HERE – Watch the Recorded Presentation

For questions about CALBO webinars, please contact the CALBO Office at 916-457-1103.

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2025-2026 CALBO Partners
Thank You for Your Continual Unwavering Support!

Every one of these sponsors annually pledges not only their presence but also their active collaboration and partnership with CALBO in promoting our profession. The unwavering commitment our partners exhibit through their association with CALBO is truly remarkable.

CALBO expresses sincere appreciation to every sponsor for their unwavering dedication to our profession. Please support those who support CALBO, in both prosperous and challenging times.

Gold Sponsors: 4LEAF, Inc., Bureau Veritas, CSG Consultants,  Optimum Seismic, and Willdan.

Silver Sponsor: Clariti, Energy Code Ace, and JAS Pacific. 

Bronze Sponsors: International Code Council, Interwest, Shums Coda Associates, Simpson Strong-Tie, and TRB + Associates.