Articles, Newsletters & Misc.
A Brief Message from CALBO Training Institute Chair, Bob Latz
Greetings CALBO Friends,
The new code books are available, and what better way to either find out what is new and changed or to revisit existing requirements than to attend the upcoming Education Weeks. We have another great year of training available this year as we prepare for another new code cycle. The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) has developed and prepared a variety of technically informative and interesting courses for your training needs. We are here to provide a year of valued educational experiences whether at the Education Weeks or through Independent Offerings across California. All courses have been created to provide practical applications and interpretations bringing California building departments the finest building-safety training available.
This year, CTI has been focused on bringing you the latest updates through code changes that will benefit both seasoned building-safety department personnel and newly recruited industry members. Please take the time to review the courses listed in the Annual Training Catalog to find what best suits your training needs. Each course listed provides a course title and description to help you select the courses you desire. If you have any questions regarding the Education Week curriculum, please do not hesitate to reach out to CALBO staff, myself or the CTI Commission.
With this being a code change year, CTI knows the importance of getting all of your staff members to the enriched training available. For the first time, CTI is hosting four Education Weeks: Newport Beach from August 26-29, San Ramon from September 9-12, Ontario from October 14-17, and Burlingame from December 16-19. Look for other optional training opportunities listed as Independent Offerings. CTI hopes that an expansion of Education Weeks and Independent Offerings provides flexibility for departments and industry companies to send their staff between venues allowing more time in the classroom throughout the entire year. Thank you for your support through attendance and feedback as we continue to expand valuable training opportunities.
CTI continues to be a leader in quality education as an International Code Council Preferred Provider. Each CTI course has been approved and can be used toward the CEU requirements for renewing your certifications.
I would personally like to thank you – CALBO members, consultants, and industry representatives for your support of all CTI endeavors, especially Education Weeks. Thank you to the CTI Commissioners, course developers and instructors who volunteer their time and expertise to create essential and meaningful programs. Without each of you, CTI would not be able to provide the premier quality education you deserve.
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.
2019 CALBO Education Weeks: New Course Highlights
Did you know that there are almost twenty newly developed courses offered this year at CALBO Education Weeks? The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) Commissioners and CALBO staff have worked tirelessly to develop courses that are not only technically insightful and proficient, but provide real-life experiences that building-safety department staff can encounter on a day-to-day basis. It is CTI’s goal to furnish building departments staff with tools to keep active and up-to-date on code changes and amendments, new technology, and advanced thinking on issues related to our industry.
Some of the new courses offered this year are:
- 2019 California Energy Code: Nonresidential Submittal Requirements (Half Day)
- 2019 California Energy Code: Residential Submittal Requirements (Half Day)
- 2019 California Nonresidential and Residential Energy Standards: Overview
- 2019 CBC Chapter 11B: Accessibility in Public Buildings, Public Accommodations, Commercial Buildings and Public Housing
- 2019 California Electrical Code: Overview
- 2019 Means of Egress: Overview
- Accessory Structures, Decks, Carports and Patio Covers
- An In Depth Review of Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems and Overview of Commercial Hood Suppression System
- Applying Accessibility Requirements to Alterations
- From Model Code to California Code Amendments and Adoption: The Code Development Process Explained
- Housing A to Z: Overview of Various Types of Accessible Housing
- Inspection for Solar Photovoltaic and Energy Storage Systems
- Plan Check for Solar Photovoltaic and Energy Storage Systems
- Plan Review of Residential Additions
- Simplified Structural Plan Review
- The Essentials for Permit Technicians
- Understanding Access Law in California: Accessibility, Statutory Case Law and Code Enforcement for Existing Public Accommodations
CALBO Education Weeks: Newport Beach & Burlingame
Lunch and Learn with Energy Code Ace
FREE for ALL CALBO Education Week: Newport Beach and Burlingame Attendees
Limited Seating – First-come, first served for this special opportunity!
You’re invited to attend “Lunch and Learn,” a special lunch presentation on “Q&Ace: How to Ace Energy Code Questions.” Join us to learn how-to quickly and effectively respond to your customers’ top six most commonly asked energy code questions using Energy Code Acetools and resources. Additionally, we’ll discuss how to best prioritize time based on which requests may yield the most energy savings.
You’ve gained code knowledge in the classroom – now learn what freetools, training, and resources are available for you and your building department! All aimed to help decrease the amount of time currently spent explaining energy code requirements and forms to customers, reviewing plans and forms, and performing inspections.
Implementation of Cloud-Based Permit System – City of Stockton Experience
Written By: John Schweigerdt, City of Stockton - CALBO Innovative Practices Committee
Introduction
As government entities continue to try
and provide more services with less resources, they may look
toward technology improvements to increase efficiency and
streamline services. One of the many government software
solutions that may require updating is the permitting system used
for development services permits such as building, planning, and
engineering permits. While there are a variety of different
systems available, there are generally two different types;
cloud-based systems and in-house or “self-hosted” systems. This
paper will outline the experience the City of Stockton had with
implementing a cloud-based permitting system.
A Special Message from Your 2019-20 CALBO President
Dear CALBO Friends and Colleagues,
With the code change upon us, I would like to highlight CALBO’s efforts to expand and refine training opportunities at the upcoming Annual Education Weeks this summer and fall.
The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) has worked tirelessly to have all courses updated for the 2019 Codes. A total of 17 new courses covering both code changes and professional development will be offered. There are 11 new instructors and course developers offering new insights and perspectives – thank you to allthe instructors and course developers for creating and delivering informative and practical training to our profession!
For the first time, the CALBO Training Institute will offer four Education Weeks:
August 26-29, 2019 – Newport Beach Marriott
September 9-12, 2019 – San Ramon Marriott
October 14-17, 2019 – DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport
December 16-19, 2019 – Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport (Burlingame)
In addition, Energy Code Ace will host the Lunch and Learn events at the Education Week: Newport Beach on Wednesday, August 28 and Education Week: Burlingame on Wednesday, December 18. This special lunch presentation is first-come, first-served covering the most commonly asked energy code questions using Energy Code Acetools and resources. This opportunity is not required; rather, it is offered to enhance learning opportunties outside of the classroom for students. A special thank you to Energy Code Ace for their sponsorship!
There will also be many opportunities to learn about industry products and services as over two dozen companies and organizations are participating in the Education Week Exhibitor Programs. Don’t forget to stop by the booths during the course breaks.
Let’s get ready to learn! Looking forward to seeing you at the Education Weeks over the next few months.
Sincerely,
Sharon Goei, P.E., C.B.O
Director of Building and Housing
City of Milpitas
Thank you to the following companies, agencies & organizations for their upcoming participation in the 2019 CALBO Education Weeks: Exhibitor Program!
The CALBO Training Institute hosts 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 Newport Beach, San Ramon, Ontario and Burlingame. Please make the time to visit the participating exhibitors to learn more about up-to-date innovative products and services.
Stay Up-to-Date on all Legislative Issues
Have you visited the Legislation tab on the CALBO Website? Take
advantage of these great resources for your jurisdiction:
- Legislative
Outreach Alerts
- Legislative Bill
Reports
- Online Bill Search Tool
- Capitol Corner
Update
- Legislative Events
- Legislative Process
and much more!
If you have any questions please contact Katie Little, CALBO’s Director of Public Affairs.
A Special Message from Your 2019-20 CALBO President
Dear CALBO Friends and Colleagues,
One of the tasks this fall is the triennial adoption of the 2019 California Codes. To help everyone get ready for the new codes, CALBO is expanding training opportunities to four Education Weeks for the first time. Education Week registration is open and the 2019-2020 Annual Training Catalog has been published. I would like to thank the CALBO Training Institute Commission as well as the course developers and instructors for their tireless efforts to create and deliver practical and informative courses for building departments across the state. With this being a code change year, our goal is to have the four Education Weeks provide training that incorporates upcoming code changes to better meet the educational needs for building departments.
To promote the advancement of our building safety profession, International Code Council (ICC) and CALBO are collaborating on seismic resiliency by hosting a Seismic Roundtable at the State Capitol on July 25, 2019. Technical experts from across the country, including federal, state, and local agencies, will be discussing with ICC/CALBO members the development of a national approach to seismic functional recovery. This collaboration enables CALBO members to provide input that will shape this development effort going forward.
Also, at the State Capitol, CALBO has been actively communicating and working with the State Legislature on various bills, continually advocating for California’s building departments and promoting public safety in the built environment. We will provide updates in a future newsletter as the bills move further along in the legislative process.
Lastly, I would like to thank the local ICC Chapters for the hospitality at their recent joint meetings. I was honored to attend and provide CALBO activity updates at the Southern California regional meeting where the ICC Los Angeles Basin, Orange Empire, Ventura, Citrus Belt, Foothill, and High Desert Chapters came together to share their resources to further building-safety. At the Tri-Chapter meeting, the ICC East Bay, Monterey Bay, and Peninsula Chapters had a range of presentations that were timely preparation for the upcoming new codes. The great attendance and member engagement at these events once again demonstrate the commitment you have to ensuring public-safety for all of our communities – thank you for making a difference every day.
Enjoy your summer, because it will be a busy fall and winter!
Sincerely,
Sharon Goei, P.E., C.B.O
Director of Building and Housing
City of Milpitas