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2020-21 CALBO Media Packet
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The 2020-21 CALBO Media Packet is now available! Take advantage of this all-in-one resource for all your CALBO marketing needs.
The 2020-21 CALBO Media Packet includes:
- Annual CALBO Partner Program Registration: Gold (sold out!), Silver and Bronze Levels
- 2020-21 CALBO Education Week (Ontario: October 19- 22, 2020, Newport Beach: December 14-17, 2020, and San Ramon: January 25-28, 2021) exhibitor and sponsor information
- Education Weeks Lunch and Learn Program Information
- CALBO’s 59th Annual Business Meeting (March 7-11, 2021) exhibitor and sponsor information
- Advertising specifics for CALBO News
- CALBO Job Board information
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CALBO looks forward to another great year with our partners, sponsors, exhibitors and advertisers!
For any questions regarding the CALBO Media Packet and Partner Program, please contact the CALBO Office or by phone at 916-457-1103.
A Special Message from Your 2020-21 CALBO President
Dear CALBO Friends and Colleagues,
I could not be more proud of CALBO’s membership right now. Watching how your departments have adapted to the current health crisis and evolving regulations has been an inspiration and testament to the professionalism, creativity and determination of building officials across California. As an organization, CALBO has worked hard to stay with you. I want to thank all of you who have submitted stories for us to publish, providing motivation about how you are weathering the new world of building safety regulations and continuing to push-ahead as an industry. Please continue to send us your stories. Among the other great information CALBO provides on our website, please visit the COVID-19 resource page, for member highlights, online resources, as well as a full list of COVID-19 related events and webinars.
Looking forward to the summer and fall, CALBO continues to provide and plan for courses and other offerings to help your jurisdictions stay on top of the latest trends in building safety and code standards. As luck would have it, the CTI Commission began a project last summer to create a web-based learning platform, and I am pleased to say that our first webinars launched to great attendance and feedback in late June, with more to come. With in-person training being severely limited the past few months, CTI’s efforts to create a distance learning system is needed now more than ever. Visit the CALBO Training Dates and Registration page for a full list of upcoming webinars.
CTI has had to make other adjustments in response to COVID. The most notable being that Education Week San Ramon is being moved from September to January 25-28, 2021, remaining at the San Ramon Marriott. The other Education Week dates are unchanged, but you will see health precautions in place as we work to structure these events in strict adherence to public health and venue guidelines. Information about the great array of courses and registration information has been mailed out to members and is on the CALBO website.
Last, I want to let you know more about the CALBO Annual Conference (replacement Annual Business Meeting). Out of an abundance of caution, we have rescheduled the conference portion of the Annual Business Meeting to October 4-7, at the Park Hyatt Avira Resort in Carlsbad. We hope you can join us then. If you have already registered for the 2020 ABM, you do not need to re-register; you only have to adjust your hotel and travel arrangements to the new dates. Frankly, I hear the San Diego area is better in October than July anyway.
As always, if there is anything myself, the CALBO Board or CALBO staff can do for you, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Stay well,
Shane G. Diller, M.P.A
Assistant Director, Development Services
City of Elk Grove
CALBO 58th Annual Business Meeting Webcast
Coming Together Virtually Despite the Physical Distance of COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the CALBO 58th Annual Business Meeting took place virtually in a webcast format on April 8, 2020 to conduct association business with the start of the new membership year. CALBO Board of Directors and staff worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth transition to the online platform to encourage membership and industry participation across California despite the inability to meet in person. Class I Members were encouraged to watch and participate to ensure proper representation of member interests and the establishment of a quorum.
A special thank you to Winfred DeLeon of the City of Sacramento for serving as the Parliamentarian during the proceedings. After Mr. DeLeon established a quorum of Class I membership, the meeting began with an organizational update and fiscal report provided by President Goei. Afterwards, President-elect Shane Diller moderated a question and answer session to engage those in attendance. In order to nominate and elect this year’s officers, Immediate Past President Janes presented the report of the 2020 Nominations Committee. The report of the committee was made available to the membership the preceding day following the Nominations Committee interviews of all Board candidates.
An election of officers took place and were approved by the Class I voting membership. Thank you to Susan Dowty of the International Code Council for administering the oaths of office for the newly elected officers.
It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome the 2020-21 CALBO Board of Directors. Thank you for your commitment to service and leadership. Looking look forward to another productive year!
Mr. Shane Diller of Elk Grove, President
Mr. David Gonzalves of Loma Linda, First Vice President
Mr. Brad Wungluck of Manteca, Second Vice President
Ms. Sharon Goei of Milpitas, Immediate Past President
Mr. Mike Brinkman of Newman, Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Victor Cuevas of Los Angeles, Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Jesse De Anda of Beverly Hills, Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Bryan Spain of Solvang, Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Andrew Stuffler of Santa Barbara, Member of the Board of Directors
CALBO Annual Conference – Register Now
We heard that Carlsbad was nice in October, so we’ve made the FINAL move of our annual conference. As they say, third time’s a charm. With that, CALBO will be bringing our profession together in an effort for a face-to-face meeting in Carlsbad from October 4-7, 2020. Click here for a summary of the changes in a Q&A format.
Date
Sunday, October 4 - Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Where
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
7100 Aviara Resort Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-448-1234
Visit the CALBO Annual Conference page for more information on Registration, Schedule of Events, Golf Tournament, and much more!
For any questions regarding this event, please contact the CALBO Office.
*IMPORTANT UPDATE: If you are registered for the Carlsbad Annual Conference in July, there is no need to take action. CALBO has transferred your registration to the new October dates and have emailed you a new confirmation to you. If you have any questions, please contact CALBO and we will assist with your request.
A Special Message from Your 2020-21 CALBO President
Dear CALBO Friends and Colleagues,
We are living history as it is being made. What we are experiencing now in the time of COVID-19 is unlike anything we, as building safety professionals or CALBO as an organization, have been through. From the initial fears brought on by a disease we still do not fully understand, to the unprecedented government response that we all play a role in, the work we are doing today is unlike anything done by those that came before us. Yes, we have had to adjust our lives and workplaces, but we push on. Bright spots and silver linings do exist. These times bring an opportunity to embrace positive innovations and CALBO will make the most of those silver linings as we did when holding our first virtual Annual Business Meeting in April.
I cannot say what the next few months hold, but I can tell you that CALBO is here working for you, and supporting you, in confronting the insecurity that stems from the safety concerns we all hold, the fiscal deficits our agencies face, and the uncertainty about what is to come. CALBO will continue to push forward, continue to adapt where necessary, and continue to provide its members the backing we all need right now. Whether it is our advocacy efforts at state agencies and in the State Capitol; providing the training our teams need both to be efficient in their work and to keep certifications in place; or keeping building officials across California and the world connected to each other, CALBO will keep working hard to be there for you.
Through digital efforts like the CALBO Listserve and the virtual realm of teleconferencing we have come to know, we at CALBO look forward to continuing to work hard for you and to serve you. Though it was sad, but necessary, to cancel a great opportunity to gather for training, networking, and camaraderie that we had planned in Indian Wells, I am confident that we will be able to resume serving you in-person again in the near future. Your CALBO Board and staff are staying engaged on a constant basis to evaluate what modifications may be needed to ensure that we continue to assist members, while balancing the health and safety needs of future event attendees, students, and industry partners.
I want to close with my sincerest wishes that you, your families, and your co-workers stay healthy and safe. With a little bit of good fortune, I hope to see many of you at our revamped conference in Carlsbad, July 12-15. In the meantime, do not hesitate to reach out to me, your CALBO Board of Directors, or CALBO staff, if we can be of help.
Sincerely,
Shane G. Diller, M.P.A
Assistant Director, Development Services
City of Elk Grove
A Special Message from Your 2019-20 CALBO President
Dear CALBO Friends and Colleagues,
Have you made your travel plans to CALBO’s 58th Annual Business Meeting in Indian Wells? I hope the answer is yes! Come join us April 5 – 9 in the beautiful Coachella Valley and surrounding desert for an exceptional event where we learn and share with one another, collaborate with industry colleagues, and grow and deepen our friendships.
In this special edition of the CALBO newsletter, you will find all the information about the upcoming ABM. With input from you, the CALBO Board, alongside CALBO members and staff, have been working diligently to develop programming that meets the needs of our diverse community of building professionals. The CALBO ABM is built around four unique days of topical sessions, ranging from general programs to unique workshops and interactive sessions.
The following is a highlight of the 2020 programs:
- Housing outlook and economic forecast by the California Building Industry Association
- Model code organizations presenting current industry endeavors
- FEMA panelists on hazard mitigation and recovery programs
- CALBO legislative advocacy
- State agency representatives on the new California codes and state laws
- ISO’s Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS)
- 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake findings and lessons
- Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA) graduation
- Workshops covering a changing workforce, emergency housing, seismic functional recovery, WUI and wildfire recovery process, energy storage systems, and your role in the California code development process
Besides the robust professional development programming, we will also have fun-filled activities. A special thank you to CALBO partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for your support and participation. On Sunday, a prestigious and highly regarded Indian Wells golf course will host our golf tournament. On Tuesday evening, we will celebrate and enjoy the camaraderie at our ABM fellowship event. Throughout the week, exhibitors will showcase innovative products and services. Please be sure to visit them and network with your colleagues and community.
If you are looking to experience a music festival in the desert, you will get to do that on Wednesday evening. Join us at the President’s Dinner for a night of great food, music, and company to celebrate CALBO and have fun!
My term is sure flying by. It has truly been an honor to serve as CALBO President this year. I am grateful to my fellow CALBO Board members and CALBO Committee members and want to extend my gratitude to you for your tremendous work, insight, and steadfast commitment to our industry and profession. I also want to express appreciation to CALBO staff – you are an incredible team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly. I would also like to thank all of you – the CALBO membership and industry colleagues – for your unwavering support and collaboration with CALBO. Together, we are accomplishing so much, and there is so much yet to do.
I, along with the CALBO Board, look forward to seeing you in Indian Wells in April. Let’s celebrate our success and look ahead to work together to advance our profession now and into the future!
Sincerely,
Sharon Goei, P.E., C.B.O
Director of Building and Housing
City of Milpitas
CALBO’s 58th Annual Business Meeting – Thank You Exhibitors for Your Upcoming Participation!
4LEAF, Inc.
Accela
Avolve Software
Bureau Veritas North America
California Energy Commission
Camino
California Council for Interior Design Certification
CentralSquare Technologies
CityGovApp, Inc.
CityView, a div of Harris Computer Systems
Coastland Civil Engineering
Computronix
CSG Consultants, Inc.
e-PlanSoft
EdgeSoft
Energy Code Ace
EsGil – A SAFEbuilt Company
Floodproofing.com
Hoover Treated Wood Products
IAPMO
International Code Council
Interwest Consulting Group
ISO
J Lee Engineering, Inc.
JAS Pacific
Optimum Seismic
SAFEbuilt, LLC.
Selectron Technologies
Shums Coda Associates
Simpson Strong-Tie
TRB + Associates, Inc.
Tyler Technologies
VCA Code
West Coast Code Consultants, Inc.
Willdan
Would like to see your name on this list? Visit the CALBO Sponsor and Exhibitor Program webpage, to register today!
CALBO’s 58th Annual Business Meeting – Thank You Sponsors for Your Upcoming Participation!
4LEAF, Inc.
Bureau Veritas North America
Camino
CCIDC, Inc.
CSG Consultants, Inc.
Degenkolb Engineers
Energy Code Ace
International Code Council
Interwest Consulting Group, Inc.
ISO
Optimum Seismic
SAFEbuilt
Simpson Strong-Tie
Willdan
Would like to see your name on this list? Visit the CALBO Sponsor and Exhibitor Program webpage, to register today!
CALBO Annual Business Meeting – Register Now
CALBO is excited to host its 58th Annual Business Meeting from Sunday, April 5 – Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells. An array of programs, events and trainings will be offered for the professional development of our members. Looking forward to meeting and playing under the desert sun while gathering together for the strength and development of our association. We hope to see you there!
Date
Sunday, April 5 – Thursday, April 9
Where
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells
44-600 Indian Wells Ln
Indian Wells, CA 92210
760-341-1000
Visit the Annual Business Meeting page for more information on Registration, Schedule of Events, Golf Tournament, and much more!
For any questions regarding this event, please contact the CALBO Office.