Welcome Friend of CALBO,
At CALBO, our goal is to be the premier resource for all California code officials and industry colleagues. We hope you will find this newsletter to be of value as you protect the build environment in the Golden State.
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Dear Friends of CALBO,
As the summer comes to an end, I hope you all were able to take a day or two and enjoy what our great state has to offer. Whether that be hiking to new peaks, exploring an unfamiliar city, or even relaxing by a campfire in your own backyard, hoping that you were able to relax and unwind from the normal day-to-day grind.
Since my last update, your team at CALBO has been hard at work. CALBO has been fighting tough legislation from the capitol, preparing for the busy months head for training, and some much needed organizational changes within committees. More on the committee front, soon.
The CALBO Legislative Team has had a very successful year this year advocating in Sacramento on behalf of our profession. Of the 30+ bills the legislative committee took a position on this year, less than 10 bills remain as the legislature is in the final stretch of the two-year legislative session. One of CALBO’s more significant wins was the amending of Senate Bill 897 which would have removed the ability of our building officials to enforce an occupancy change in the local building code for an ADU. However, because of the dozens of letters sent by our membership opposing the measure and requesting amendments to the bill, the bill now allows local enforcement agencies to require an R Occupancy Change under the local building code if there is a substantial risk to public health or safety. This is just one example of our successes this year and it shows how your participation in the legislative process is important to enact change in Sacramento. A huge thank you to all our members who continue to participate when our membership is activated.
I hope you will join us this fall by taking a class (or four) at the Education Weeks. We are once again bringing in a production team, so you can enjoy your training either in-person or virtually at either location. If you are joining us virtually, we have a subject matter expert awaiting in the chat box, to answer any questions you may have during the course. This will not be a canned experience – I promise. Attending in-person? Be sure to visit our industry partners showcasing their latest innovations and services during one of the 5 breaks offered each day.
I mentioned our CALBO Education Weeks are right around the corner, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank those who were working to make it happen. Thank you to the California Training Institute Commissioners in creating an excellent line-up of courses with most highlighting the upcoming 2022 code changes. The instructors, subject matter experts and moderators – thank you for dedicating your time in providing excellent training. And a special thank you to our CALBO partners, sponsors and exhibitors for your support and participation at these upcoming events.
I look forward in seeing you all this Fall. Thank you for continuing to protect our communities and meeting the professional challenges we all face as code officials.
Sincerely,
David Gonzalves
Campus Building Official
University of California, Merced
Need to study up on the new codes before they take effect? Consider taking a course at the upcoming 2022 CALBO Education Weeks. The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) have created an educational program geared to prepare YOU for this upcoming new code cycle. With 18 courses being offered this year, and every single one of them has either been newly developed or recently updated, why are you waiting?
Courses include a variety of offerings to help train building-safety professionals in the latest code changes, including accessibility, accessory dwelling units, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, egress, permit technician development, plan review improvement, and much more!
With both in person and virtual training options available, don’t miss these courses - register today!
Welcome CALBO Members, Industry
Associates, and Friends,
We are about to embark on this year’s fact-filled training experience through the 2022 hybrid Education Weeks in San Ramon and Ontario. The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) Commission is proud to bring, with our Instructors, Course Developers, Subject Matter Experts and Production Team, a year of insight into the 2022 significant code changes and your professional development. CTI is again extending to you the option to attend in person or virtually. We hope you will take advantage of this flexibility in providing our members with the best quality education. When attending in person, please take time to visit with our vendors so they have the opportunity to share their new products and services.
The 2022 Education Weeks will be held September 19 - September 22 in San Ramon and October 10 - October 13 in Ontario. We recently launched the BOLA class of 2022-2023 and look forward to their participation in Education Weeks as well as their graduation at next year’s Annual Business Meeting in San Diego from March 5-9, 2023. CTI wants to recognize their commitment as emerging leaders and encourages you to be part of next year’s program.
Please keep a look out for the CTI 2-hour webinar offerings that are provided year-round. More topics will be added to cover the recent 2022 code updates, including accessibility, electrical, mechanical, egress, energy and much more. These are great supplemental virtual trainings that can be taken at your home or office. Check the CALBO Calendar for new and upcoming webinar topics and dates.
We look forward to seeing all of you as we come together for training and professional development this year!
Sincerely,
Bob Latz, C.B.O.
Regional Manager
CSG Consultants, Inc.
The CALBO Training Institute will host its Education Weeks throughout the Golden State to provide continuing education for California building departments. Dozens of state agencies, organizations, and companies participate by exhibiting in San Ramon and Ontario. Please make the time to visit the participating exhibitors to learn more about up-to-date innovative products and services.
4LEAF, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Airex Manufacturing
BPR Consulting Group
Bureau Veritas North America, Silver Sponsor
California Energy Commission
Civic Review
Clariti, Silver Sponsor
Coastland | DCCM
CSG Consultants, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Energy Code Ace, Silver Sponsor
Hoover Treated Wood Products
IAPMO
International Code Council, Bronze Sponsor
Interwest, Gold Sponsor
JAS Pacific
Optimum Seismic, Gold Sponsor
Selectron Technogies, Inc.
SG Architectural Specialties
Shums Coda Associates, Bronze Sponsor
Simpson Strong-Tie, Bronze Sponsor
Transtech Engineers
TRB + Associates, Inc., Bronze Sponsor
True North Compliance Services, Inc.
UL Solutions
VCA Code, Silver Sponsor
Wall and Ceiling Bureau (WCB), Bronze Sponsor
Western Wood Preservers Institute
CALBO’s Legislative Updates page is a useful source for our membership to stay up to date on our organization’s ongoing advocacy efforts. From the Capitol Corner Update, Legislative Bills Reports, as well as a breakdown on how the California Legislative process works, this page has everything you need to know about our advocacy efforts. As you start to navigate through the different sections of this webpage, use the helpful guide below to assist with finding valuable information.
