News & Updates
CALBO News Special Edition: 63rd Annual Business Meeting
Welcome Friend of CALBO,
1111 16th Street | Sacramento, CA | 95814
916-457-1103 | info@calbo.org
AI and Its Impact on the Building Industry
New OnDemand Video Presentation
Exciting advancements in Artificial
Intelligence bring great opportunities, but also unique
challenges, especially in the world of building and safety
codes.
A big thank you to the International Code Council (ICC) and
guest speaker Ed Cilurso, Senior Product Manager at ICC, for
the insightful webinar, ”Artificial Intelligence and Its
Impact on the Building Industry.” Your expertise shed light
on AI’s current role and future potential as a resource in our
industry!
– Link to recording: Click
Here
– Link to PDF handout: Click Here
*Please note that CEUs are not available for individuals who did
not register and watch the presentation live.
Join CALBO and ICC in Opposing AB 306
Legislative Alert
We need your voice TODAY!
California Assembly Bill 306 (AB 306) is moving rapidly throughly the Legislature and could have serious consequences for building safety and local authorities. Because AB 306 is sponsored by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, it is on a fast track and could reach the Assembly floor as early as Monday.
Can’t wait for the Education Weeks?
Don't miss these full-day course opportunities.
Need a full-day of CEU-approved training before Education Weeks? CALBO is heading to Hollywood and hosting one full-day of training in conjunction with CALBO’s 63rd Annual Business Meeting.
Thursday, April 17, 2025
9:00am – 4:30pm
Loews Hollywood Hotel – 1755 Highland Ave | Los Angeles, CA 90028
Member Pricing: $250.00 in-person
Non-Member: $300.00 in-person
How to Register?
Step 1: Register for Attendance - Click Here
Step 2: Click “Thursday Day Pass”.
Step 3: Select one course.
Step 4: Click “Submit and Go to Payment”.
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Course Option 1: Looking to gain a solid understanding of wood-framed structures and confidently apply structural code provisions in the field?
Residential Wood-Framed Construction Structural Fundamentals
ICC PP Course No. 40362 (0.6 CEUs)
AIA Course No. 12: 2024 (6 LU | HSWs)
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Course Option 2: Want to stay up to date on fire and smoke protection standards and ensure code compliance?
Fire and Smoke Protection Features
ICC PP Course No. 33024 (0.6 CEUs)
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Course Option 3: Need to renew a SAP Evaluator or Coordinator card? New to the CalOES Evaluator and Coordinator Program?
Safety Assessment Program: Evaluator and Coordinator Training
ICC PP Course No. 32004 (0.6 CEUs) – In-Person
AIA Course No. 20: 2022 (6 LU | HSWs)
CALBO’s Leadership & Advocacy Day
Join CALBO’s Advocacy Team in Sacramento for an opportunity to highlight your role as a building safety professional at our annual Leadership & Advocacy Day. We’re focused on raising awareness of our crucial work during Building Safety month, in addition to promoting the role of local government within our communities.
Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: 
Thirtyfour Mexican Cantina
1100 O St, Sacramento
CALBO Members, Register Now – Click Here!
Why participate?
Lobbying is more than just advocating for favorable outcomes; it is about educating those who make decisions that affect us. Through education, we can build a comprehensive understanding of our profession with our elected leaders and promote policy that will protect the safety and interests of those we serve.
Who should participate?
This one-day complimentary event for CALBO Members, whether you are the government affairs novice or an active politico. All you have to do is RSVP to let us know that you are coming, and show up ready to meet with decision-makers.
CALBO Board of Directors – Call for Nominations
Interested in serving the CALBO community as a member of the Board of Directors? CALBO is accepting nominations and applications for those interested in service on the CALBO Board. Interested persons should send the following items no later than Wednesday, April 2nd:
- Current Resume
- Personal Statement of Interest in serving on the CALBO Board
- A Letter of Support from your Jurisdiction or Employer
Current Governmental Voting and Associate members in good standing are welcome to apply or inquire further. Board candidates will be interviewed by the Nominations Committee at the upcoming 63rd Annual Business Meeting where elections will also take place.
Please send all materials together to CALBO Executive Director Matt Wheeler at mwheeler@calbo.org no later than Wednesday, April 2nd. Questions can be directed to this address as well.
Thank you for considering service to the CALBO Community as a member of the Board of Directors.
CALBO ABM Invitation to Jurisdiction Management and Administration – Please join us!
We hope that you are able to join your professional colleagues and friends at the upcoming 63rd Annual Business Meeting in Hollywood from April 14-17, 2025.
CALBO understands that time away from your jurisdiction is at a premium and conveying the importance of the annual business meeting to city and county administration can be difficult. Contributing factors could include cost, time away, or simply willingness to travel to more remote areas of our state.
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.
CALBO News: Winter 2024
Welcome Friend of CALBO,
1111 16th Street | Sacramento, CA | 95814
916-457-1103 | info@calbo.org
