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New York State Building Officials Conference, Inc. www.nysboc.net PRESIDENT James Morganson, CPCA (518) 523-9518 [email protected] 1st VICE PRESIDENT Ed Cusato, CPCA (315) 451-0492 ext. 5 [email protected] 2nd VICE PRESIDENT Don Mekulik, CPCA (845) 427-2424 ext. 2 [email protected] SECRETARY BJ Gettel (845) 583-4350 ext. 22 TREASURER Doug Scarson (585) 359-7060 [email protected] HISTORIAN Mark Scwarz (516) 812-3073 [email protected] IMMED. PAST PRESIDENT Wayne Cichon, CPCA (845) 485-3655 [email protected] BUILDING LOG EDITOR Jim Eberhardt, CPCA (716) 649-6111 x2224 Fax (716) 646-1967 [email protected] Mailing Address: NYSBOC Secretary Don Mekulik 18 Bull Road Campell Hall, NY 10916 Dept.. of State Web Address: www.dos.state.ny.us International Codes Council: iccsafe.org NYS Building Officials Conference: nysboc.net Building Inspectors Association of Nassau County: www.bianco1.org Washington Assoc. of Building Officials www.wabo.org 9/11 December 2012 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE December 14, 2012 Two major events have recently occupied this Organization’s time. The first one positive, and the second very negative. Of course, I speak of the ICC Election in Portland, Oregon and then Hurricane Sandy on the East Coast. Both of these events show the depth and purpose of this Organization. Beyond that, these are times to be proud of our combined efforts and appreciative of the individual members who have done so much. First and foremost, our own member Ron Piester is now ICC President. Talk about an individual effort that spotlights NYSBOC. Ron is a true role model. Be proud that you are so well represented at the State and National level. Congratulations to our member and friend Ron Piester! Talk of bad weather on the East Coast began even before the ICC meeting was over. Some peo- ple left early because of the extreme forecast. “Extreme” is only one adjective that tries to describe that storm. The most often heard “I have never seen anything like this in my life” really says it all. Please know that from the first hint of a problem, your fellow NYSBOC members were in position to help. CEDAR Chair Dan Casella sounded the alarm. Past President Steve McDaniel, our long time CEDAR advocate, took on team leadership status. My own 1st Vice President, Ed Cusato, made four trips to Long Island as our Ambassador (see attached Casella letter for a list of all those who were on the scene). Once again, be proud that you belong to an Organization that will do so much for others. As your President, I am proud because I know those who responded represent all of you. Each of you would do the same under a given circumstance. Thanks and God bless all of you! Now, my hope is that each of you will somehow be able to enjoy the entire Holiday Season and all the joy of family, friends and tradition. May the New Year bring us many opportunities to succeed in our roles as First Preventors! Thank you! Yours in 1 st Prevention, James E. Morganson, President NYSBOC Dec 20 Columbia Greene Chapt Training [email protected] Jan 28-30 Niagara Frontier Conference Training [email protected] March 1 Delegates Meeting Liverpool, NY at nysboc.net Mar 4-7 Northern Adirondack Conference Training see Log - 2013 Conference Registration. Mar 18-21 FLBOA Conference Training Apr 2-5 Central Chapt 8th ED Conference - see Log www.nysboc.com Sept 11-13 NYSBOC Annual Conf - Lake George, NY Sept 29- ICC Conference Oct 5 Atlantic City, NJ NYSBOC Calendar of Events BUILDING LOG

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New York State Building Officials Conference, Inc.www.nysboc.net

PRESIDENTJames Morganson, CPCA(518) [email protected]

1st VICE PRESIDENTEd Cusato, CPCA(315) 451-0492 ext. [email protected]

2nd VICE PRESIDENTDon Mekulik, CPCA(845) 427-2424 ext. [email protected]

SECRETARYBJ Gettel(845) 583-4350 ext. 22

TREASURERDoug Scarson(585) [email protected]

HISTORIANMark Scwarz(516) [email protected]

IMMED. PAST PRESIDENTWayne Cichon, CPCA(845) [email protected]

BUILDING LOG EDITORJim Eberhardt, CPCA(716) 649-6111 x2224Fax (716) [email protected]

Mailing Address:NYSBOC SecretaryDon Mekulik18 Bull RoadCampell Hall, NY 10916

Dept.. of State Web Address:www.dos.state.ny.us

International Codes Council:iccsafe.org

NYS Building Officials Conference:nysboc.net

Building Inspectors Association ofNassau County:www.bianco1.org

Washington Assoc. of Building Officialswww.wabo.org

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December 2012

PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE

December 14, 2012

Two major events have recently occupied this Organization’stime. The first one positive, and the second very negative.

Of course, I speak of the ICC Election in Portland, Oregon and then Hurricane Sandy on theEast Coast.

Both of these events show the depth and purpose of this Organization. Beyond that, these aretimes to be proud of our combined efforts and appreciative of the individual members who have doneso much.

First and foremost, our own member Ron Piester is now ICC President. Talk about an individualeffort that spotlights NYSBOC. Ron is a true role model. Be proud that you are so well representedat the State and National level. Congratulations to our member and friend Ron Piester!

Talk of bad weather on the East Coast began even before the ICC meeting was over. Some peo-ple left early because of the extreme forecast.

“Extreme” is only one adjective that tries to describe that storm. The most often heard “I havenever seen anything like this in my life” really says it all.

Please know that from the first hint of a problem, your fellow NYSBOC members were in positionto help. CEDAR Chair Dan Casella sounded the alarm. Past President Steve McDaniel, our long timeCEDAR advocate, took on team leadership status.

My own 1st Vice President, Ed Cusato, made four trips to Long Island as our Ambassador (seeattached Casella letter for a list of all those who were on the scene).

Once again, be proud that you belong to anOrganization that will do so much for others. Asyour President, I am proud because I know thosewho responded represent all of you. Each of youwould do the same under a given circumstance.

Thanks and God bless all of you!Now, my hope is that each of you will somehow

be able to enjoy the entire Holiday Season and allthe joy of family, friends and tradition. May theNew Year bring us many opportunities to succeedin our roles as First Preventors!Thank you!Yours in 1st Prevention,James E. Morganson, PresidentNYSBOC

Dec 20 Columbia Greene Chapt Training [email protected]

Jan 28-30 Niagara Frontier Conference [email protected]

March 1 Delegates MeetingLiverpool, NY at nysboc.net

Mar 4-7 Northern Adirondack Conference Trainingsee Log - 2013 Conference Registration.

Mar 18-21 FLBOA Conference TrainingApr 2-5 Central Chapt 8th ED Conference - see Log

www.nysboc.comSept 11-13 NYSBOC Annual Conf - Lake George, NYSept 29- ICC ConferenceOct 5 Atlantic City, NJ

NYSBOC Calendar of Events

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International Code Council Government Relations UpdateAugust 2012

ICC/ASHE Ad Hoc Committee on Healthcare: Must Read

In 2010, ICC and the American Society for Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) partnered to form the Ad Hoc Committee onHealthcare. The objective of the committee is to develop code change proposals to the I-Codes which will result in themost contemporary, effective and efficient provisions for hospital and ambulatory care ensuring the highest level of safe-ty for users. The ASHE/ICC Ad Hoc recognized that hospitals face unique challenges and a regulatory system thatimposes Federal requirements as well as local fire and building code requirements, and the Committee has endeavored toharmonize the requirements of the regulations to be consistent with the I-Codes. To date, the Committee has spent hun-dreds of hours?in person and via conference call?developing over 30 proposals for the IBC and continues to research andwork on proposals for the IFC. Check out ICC’s dedicated page to find out about future meetings, minutes from pastmeetings, and technical information: http://www.iccsafe.org/AHC

ASHE recently published an Advocacy Report which specifically discusses codes and how they affect the health care phys-ical environment. The background rationales for a number of pending and future code proposals are covered. “[ASHE]estimates that the health care industry wastes potentially billions of dollars a year because of overlapping and conflictingcodes… By revamping codes--and reducing code conflicts-- hospitals have the potential to focus more of their valuableresources on patient care.” Check out the full publication:http://www.ashe.org/resources/pdfs/ASHE_Advocacy_Report_2012.pdf

ICC Expands Services for Chapter Members to Support Attendance at Professional Events

To support your participation in International Code Council and Chapter events, and to justify to your supervisor andelected officials the value to your community and public safety as a result of your attendance at ICC and Chapter events,we are providing a new service to all Chapter members. ICC will write and send a letter to your employer, supervisor,elected official or other individuals who play a part in authorizing your attendance at the ICC Annual Conference and/oryour participation in your local, state and/or regional Chapter(s), encouraging their support for your efforts. Simply fol-low this link http://www.iccsafe.org/Membership/Pages/SupportLetter.aspx and take just a moment to provide us withsome basic information. ICC will customize the letter with the information you provide and either send it directly to yourchief administrative authority or to you so you can provide the letter. Complete the form now so you can continue moving your career forward and providing public safety.

Federal Employees Health Benefits Program Coverage for Certain Firefighters

The United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing an interim final rule to amend the FederalEmployees Health Benefits Program (FEHB) regulations to make certain firefighters hired by the Federal governmentunder a temporary appointment eligible to be enrolled in a health benefits plan under the FEHB. Find out more aboutthis ruling here: https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2012/07/19/2012-17623/federal-employees-health-benefits-program-cover-age-for-certain-firefighters?utm_content=header&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_source=homepage

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ICC, NFPA Create Coalition to Advance Public Safety in the Built Environment

Formed June 5th, 2012, the Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC) is aimed at advancing public safety by advocat-ing for the adoption of current building, sustainability, electrical and life safety codes. This coalition, Co-Chaired by ICCand the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), will serve to create more public awareness and broader support forthe adoption of the codes that protect the health and welfare of our society. To join the Coalition and to get involved,visit: http://www.coalition4safety.org/involve.html

cdp ACCESS Steering Committee Schedules Upcoming Webinars

The cdp ACCESS Steering Committee will hold a number of online presentations over the next few months, open to thepublic, about the effort to incorporate new technology to expand participation in the code development process. The firstWebinar took place on July 11 and provided an overview and introduction of the preliminary cdp ACCESS work plan.Upcoming webinars will continue to inform on progress and engage Members for direction and feedback. Please registerto participate in these upcoming interactive webinars here. Questions can be submitted beforehand and in real time [email protected]. Provided below are resources to help you familiarize yourself and others with cdpAccess:Overview Presentation: http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/cdpACCESS/Documents/cdpACCESS-April2012.pps/30/12 Update Report: http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/cdpACCESS/Documents/cdpACCESSReport_7302012.pdf7/11/12 Webinar Slides: http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/cdpACCESS/Documents/cdpACCESS_Webinar-071112.pptx/11/12 Webinar Webcast: http://youtu.be/sRY75900KQw

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg signed new legislation to update the NYC Plumbing Code. This updated Code recognizes advancesin technology and the evolution of materials, acknowledges sustainability and environmental concerns, helps address public health? and eases bureaucracy to make it easier to build.

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Notice of Rule in Development

1. A rule currently in development would amend Uniform Codeprovisions relating to the use of certain corrugated stainless steeltubing (CSST) products in gas piping systems. The Department of State invites public participation inthe rule development process. The Department of State (DOS) is in the process of devel-oping a rule which, if adopted, would amend the UniformCode to permit the use of certain corrugated stainlesssteel tubing (CSST) products that are encased in a protec-tive conductive jacket (?conductive jacketed CSST? or?CJ-CSST?) in gas piping systems without requiring theCJ-CSST to be bonded. The rule is being developed because studies submitted toDOS indicate that (1) the conductive jacket used to encaseCJ-CSST is designed to absorb and dissipate lightning-induced arcing energy locally at the point of arc attach-ment; (2) the conductive jacket subsequently lowers theenergy level below the threshold where a wall punctureoccurs; (3) this protection is provided uniformly along theentire length of the CJ-CSST tubing run; and (4) becausethe CJ-CSST?s electrically resistive jacket provides protec-tion against transient arcing, CJ-CSST can be installedwithout the direct electrical bonding required when con-ventional CSST is used. The full notice and a link to the draft rule is available byclicking here. DOS invites all interested parties, particularly those repre-senting small businesses, local governments, and public orprivate interests in rural areas, to participate in the ruledevelopment process. Interested parties are invited to sub-mit comments on the draft rule. If you have suggestionson how the draft rule could be improved, suggested alter-natives to the draft rule that DOS could consider, addi-tional studies that support or refute the studies discussedabove, or any other comments on the draft rule, pleasecontact Raymond Andrews, RA, Assistant Director forCode Development, by mail at New York StateDepartment of State Division of Administration andEnforcement, 99 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12231-0001; by telephone at (518)-474-4073; or by e mail at [email protected] NOTE: The draft rule has not yet been proposed oradopted, and the Uniform Code has not yet been amend-ed to permit the use of CJ-CSST without bonding. Untiland unless the Uniform Code is adopted, all CSST prod-ucts, including all CJ-CSST products, used in gas pipingsystems must be bonded.

Child Care Facilities Training

Bob Reed and Ron Klimowicz traveled toPotsdam to provide a 4 hour ‘Inspection ofChildcare Facilities” program at the 21st AnnualLocal Government Conference. This presenta-tion was part of a 2 day long training for localgovernment officials. The inspection presentationwas very well received, and attended by about 25code officials, as well as several assessors and alocal Town Supervisor from the North Country.This presentation offered 4 hours of code in-serv-ice credit for code officials, and has been present-ed statewide, along with a similar 2 hour inspec-tion of Childcare Facilities program over the past6 years. Both presentations cover State legislationauthorizing different childcare modalities, regula-tions they operate under, similarities in localcodes and State Regulations, and a simulatedinspection of a facility. Both programs are avail-able for presentation at local code training orconferences, and are done by representatives ofthe NYS Office of Children and Family Services.For more information, Contact Bob Reed,Division of Childcare Services, Buffalo Region at(716) 847-3595, or [email protected] ReedFire / Safety RepNYS OCFS

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International Code Council Government Relations UpdateJuly 2012

ICC, NFPA Create Coalition to Advance Public Safety in the Built Environment

Formed June 5th, 2012, the Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC) is aimed at advancing public safety by advocat-ing for the adoption of current building, sustainability, electrical and life safety codes. This coalition, Co-Chaired by ICCand the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), will serve to create more public awareness and broader support forthe adoption of the codes that protect the health and welfare of our society. To join the Coalition and to get involved,visit: http://www.coalition4safety.org/involve.html

High School Technical Training Program Tool Kit Now Available Online

The International Code Council has implemented a new program for High School Students participating in TechnicalTraining to receive an introduction to the model building codes, including code interpretation, application and adminis-tration ? essential elements of many construction related career paths. Now, a toolkit is available online to downloadresources for students, code officials, and school administrators who are looking to get involved with this exciting new pro-gram offered by ICC. The toolkit and more information can be found here: http://www.iccsafe.org/gr/Pages/HSTTP.aspx?r=hsttp

ICC Membership Councils: New Opportunities to Enhance Your Profession and Career

The Membership Councils offer ICC Members a place to come together and be a more powerful force shaping your ICC,your industry, your career, and your future. The ICC Board, as part of ICC's celebration of the "Year of the Member,"is pleased to announce five discipline-specific Membership Councils that will each serve to take your ICC Membershipand profession to the next level. Share your expertise, voice, and vision with your peers – get started today!ICC Membership Councils were formed after Members asked to have a greater role influencing how ICC serves toenhance Members' work performance, careers and professions. ICC's success is driven by the unity and diversity of itsMembers. The strength and solidarity of our organization allows us to better serve our membership and communities,and promote a shared vision of a safe and sustainable world.Find out more about the new ICC Membership Councils here:http://www.iccsafe.org/Membership/Councils/Pages/default.aspx

Think You’re a Major Jurisdiction? Join the Committee!

The Major Jurisdiction Committee is open to representatives of state code enforcement agencies, the capital city of eachstate, the two largest jurisdictions in each state and jurisdictions with a population of 1,000,000 or more. Find out moreabout it here: http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/Pages/MJC.aspx

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COURSES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

ENERGY CODE ESSENTIALSThe ECCCNYS 2010 (New)This course addresses each Chapter of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State - 2010, examin-ing many of the changes from the previous edition, and focusing on the key elements required for compliance. At the endof this course, students will have a good working knowledge of the energy code and be positioned to delve deeper into theother courses in this program. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

Commercial Energy CodeThis course provides students with an overview of Chapter 5 of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of New YorkState - 2010, which covers commercial buildings, or buildings defined by the energy code as greater than three stories inheight. This course will build on some of the information provided in The ECCCNYS 2010. Both the New York Stateand New York City energy codes are covered. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

Residential Field InspectionsThis course covers the features, benefits and limits of residential energy code inspection, specific energy code requirementsand when during the construction process inspection is required and/or optimal. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

COMPLIANCE TOOLS

REScheck BasicsPam Cole, a building energy scientist with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, explains the basic procedures fordemonstrating compliance with the Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State – 2010 for newly con-structed residential buildings using the U.S. Dept. of Energy's REScheck software. It is recommend that the student down-load REScheck software to become familiar with its features while taking this course:http://www.energycodes.gov/rescheck/download.stm Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

REScheck Additions and AlterationsA recommended follow-up to REScheck Basics, this course focuses on using REScheck software to demonstrate energycode compliance in the context of residential addition and alteration. It is recommend that the student downloadREScheck software to become familiar with its features while taking this course:http://www.energycodes.gov/rescheck/download.stm Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

COMcheck BasicsPam Cole takes students through the functionality and use of COMcheck for demonstrating compliance with the energycode in the context of commercial new construction. It is recommend that the student download COMcheck software tobecome familiar with its features while taking this course: http://www.energycodes.gov/comcheck/ Login / Setup NewAccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

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COMcheck Additions and AlterationsPam Cole continues her discussion of COMcheck software but with a focus on commercial addition and alteration.It is recommend that the student download COMcheck software to become familiar with its features while taking thiscourse: http://www.energycodes.gov/comcheck/ Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

BUILDING SCIENCE & BEST PRACTICES

Building Science BasicsGord Cooke, Building Scientist and Principal of Building Knowledge, Inc., provides students a foundation for under-standing the basic building science principles of energy and moisture transfer through residential building assemblies,while providing a clear understanding of how the New York State Energy Conservation Construction Codes – 2010use these principles to simultaneously promote energy efficiency and building durability. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

Insulation and Air SealingGord Cooke focuses on the Building Envelope requirements of Chapter 4 of the Energy Conservation ConstructionCode of New York State - 2010, notably Table 402.4.2. This course integrates building science, field implementationdetails and energy code requirements that significantly impact building performance. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

Building Techniques for Code ComplianceRick Arnold, award winning ENERGY STAR certified homes builder, gives a hands-on overview of the air sealingand insulation requirements of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State - 2010. Using fullscale construction details, Arnold explains select energy code requirements and demonstrates energy code-compliantconstruction techniques. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

BUILDING EQUIPMENT

Fundamentals of Residential HVACThe equipment used to heat and cool homes has an enormous impact on energy use. This course focuses on the basicsof typical residential HVAC equipment and identifies ways to avoid problems and improve the energy performanceof conditioned buildings. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

Fundamentals of Commercial HVAC (New)This course provides training and reference on Section 503 of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of NewYork State – 2010 for non-engineers. Owing to the wide range of equipment covered in Section 503, the course focus-es on providing general background rather than explaining each provision. In particular, this course aims at provid-ing a general understanding of Tables 503.2.3 (1 – 7) and tying these equipment classifications to the Mandatoryrequirements of Section 503.2 and the Prescriptive provisions for Simple and Complex systems in Sections 503.3 and503.4. Login / Setup New AccountCredits: 1 HSW 1 NYSDOS

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The new NYSBOC.NET web-site will post job opening that have been submitted by municipalities.

We will post these openings for 30 days, longer if requested. We believe this will provide a valuable service to our members and there employers. The new web site is NYSBOC.net.

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NYSBOC Advertising Disclaimer1. NYSBOC does not specifically endorse any product/services advertised in any of its print or electronic media.2. Furthermore, NYSBOC does not by design receive any remuneration based on sales of product advertised in our properties.3. NYSBOC does not vouch for the efficacy of any advertised product/services.

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The Fire Service Award is bestowed to an individual for serv-ice, professional abilities and leadership that are exemplary in thedevelopment of the International Fire Code and one who hasserved as an example to all fire prevention and fire protection pro-fessionals.

Joe Sauerwein, District Manager of the Blue Point FireDistrict on Long Island, New York, was honoredwith the 2012 Fire Service Award. In 2009,Sauerwein retired from the town ofBrookhaven, N.Y., after 27 years of service andreturned to Long Island's Blue Point FireDistrict, where he has served as chief and dis-trict fire commissioner. He remains active in thecodes arena, serving on the Firemen'sAssociation of the State of New York Standards& Codes Committee as well as the New YorkState Code Council, and remains active innumerous activities of the International CodeCouncil.

Upon receiving the award, Sauerwein said,"To all the fine men and women of the fire serv-ice, and all the building officials in the state of New York, and Imight add, in the State of New Jersey, and most importantly toeach and every one of you, the members of the InternationalCode Council?my peers my colleagues, my friends, thank you somuch for what you do every day for our communities."

From left, International Code Council Acting Chief ExecutiveOfficer Dominic Sims; Board of Directors Immediate PastPresident William D. Dupler; ICC Fire Service Award recipientJoe Sauerwein; and 2011–2012 Board of Directors member andAwards Committee Chairman Gregori Anderson.

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International Code Council Government RelationsUpdate

September 2012

ICC Creates Corporate Membership Council and Call for Governing Committee Members

The International Code Council Board of Directors has announced the creation of the new ICC Corporate MembershipCouncil, establishing a forum for the corporate and regulatory communities to foster stronger interaction and identify and examineissues of mutual interest related to the built environment. Other key objectives of the new Corporate Council include broadening theunderstanding of emerging construction trends and technologies and increasing the use of replicable buildings, commissioning andother approaches to streamline the building safety compliance process.

The ICC Board will appoint a nine-member Governing Committee for the Corporate Council that will advocate for its con-cerns and issues, provide feedback to the ICC Board and staff, and act as a voice regarding the Code Council’s activities and programs.The Corporate Council is open to any ICC individual or corporate member or any member in good standing of a closely alignedorganization.ICC is accepting applications for the Governing Committee. Click here for an application: http://www.iccsafe.org/cc/Pages/c-app.aspx ICC, NASFM Offer Crowd Manager Training

Fatal disasters such as the Indiana State Fair 2011 stage collapse and the 2003 The Station nightclub fire illustrate the needfor "trained crowd managers" to prevent repeat catastrophes. A new training program is available through the Code Council andNational Association of State Fire Marshals. The program aims at making public gatherings safer by teaching event staff how to bebetter crowd managers. Find out more about how to take advantage of this training program here:http://www.iccsafe.org/Education/Pages/crowdmanager.aspx?r=crowdmanager

Schedule Your 2012 Chapter Education Benefit Now Before Time Runs Out!This year, the International Code Council enhanced the Chapter training benefit. If you have not scheduled your benefit day for 2012,please act now. All qualifying Chapters are entitled to receive a live, training seminar at little or no cost to the Chapter. For detailsabout the benefit, click here: http://www.iccsafe.org/Chapters/Pages/CEB.aspx

Your 2012 benefit expires at the end of the year and unfortunately there is no option to carry it over into 2013. To scheduleyour training event, contact the Training and Education Department today at 888-ICC-SAFE (888-422-7233), ext. 33818.

Apply for the Membership Council Governing Committees Today!

ICC is now accepting applications for various openings in the Governing Committees for each Membership Council, includ-ing the new Corporate Membership Council. Click here for an application: http://www.iccsafe.org/cc/Pages/c-app.aspx

The Governing Committees for each ICC Membership Council were established with staggered terms of office, so eachCouncil will have vacant positions open at the end of this year. The Members of each Council present at the Council’s Annual Meetingmust select candidates to fill these open positions. The candidates’ names will be presented to the ICC Board of Directors for ratifica-tion.

ICC Membership Councils are discipline specific councils that have been established to serve as a forum for informationexchange to keep the membership up-to-date on the activities of the Code Council and to build and improve relationships with stake-holders with an interest in the activities of the applicable Membership Council.

Travel is required. The Governing Committee of the respective Membership Council will typically hold 1-2 meetings peryear. Governing Committee members are authorized to travel at ICC's expense when participating at council meetings.

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Good evening everyone and thank you so much for thatwonderful ovation.

I want to thank you for allowing me the privilege tostand before you tonight, and for the confidence you haveplaced in me to serve as your President for the coming year.This is a moment I will never forget. Thank you.

Of course, there are many people I would like to thank,people who have supported and encouraged me every step ofthe way. There's not enough time to thank everyone, but Iwould like to recognize a few who have helped guide me tothis night.

First, I would like to recognize the members of the G-12coalition, represented by the gentlemen who stood with metonight. New York, New Jersey, you are my brothers and mysisters, and I will never forget where I come from.

I would like to thank our Immediate Past President, BillDupler. Bill, the vision and wisdom you have imparted, hasled us to a position of strength and confidence. I also want tothank you for your friendship. Serving as your Vice Presidenthas allowed me to witness firsthand the true depth of yourcharacter, and I am very proud to call you my friend.

I would like to thank the other members of yourExecutive Committee, Steve Jones and Jimmy Brothers.Junior, Senator, thank you for your dedication, your leader-ship, and for your guidance. It's been a helluva ride.

And I am so pleased to welcome our newSecretary/Treasurer, Guy Tomberlin, to the Executive team.Guy, I have watched you develop and prepare for thismoment, and I know you're going to be a great leader.

I would also like to thank all of the Directors who haveserved on your Board this year. These are challenging times,but we have faced these challenges together, and I know we arepoised to continue doing great things for the Code Council.

And of course, it gives me great pleasure to welcome thenewest members of your Board of Directors. Jim, Bill, and

Greg, thank you for making the commitment to serve ourMembers. As you begin Board service, I offer two words ofadvice. . . get ready.

Next, I would like to thank the talented and dedicatedstaff of ICC, IAS, ICC-ES and the Foundation. Our staff issecond to none.

And I would like to extend a special welcome to DominicSims, our acting Chief Executive Officer. Dom, I can't tellyou how excited I am to work with you this coming year.

I would also like to thank our strategic partners and themany organizations and sponsors who contribute to ourbuilding safety mission. The support network that you createaround ICC is critical to our success, and we understandstrong relationships are not connected by one way streets.

And finally, I want to thank you, our Members andChapters of ICC. You are the people who inspire me, yourBoard of Directors and our tremendous staff to excel in pur-suit of building safety. You are the people who serve on ourBoards, our Councils and our Committees. You are the peo-ple who create the International Codes. Thank you for yourservice to our association.

Next year, the International Code Council will reach agreat milestone in our history. 2013 marks the 10 yearanniversary of ICC’s consolidation. Can you believe it?Think of all we have been through in the last 10 years. Wehave much to be proud of, and it is so important that wenever forget where we came from.

Over the next year, we're going to take a moment, lookback, and remember some of the great accomplishments andachievements that have led us to where we are today.

And we are going to recognize some of our Members,the titans of ICC, our heroes, who have created the greatestbuilding safety association on the planet.

As we pause to celebrate, we must not dwell on the past.My friends, the moment has arrived. It is time, to step acrossthe threshold and begin a new chapter.

It is time, to refocus and re-dedicate ourselves to our coremission, creating the best codes in the world. It is time, toreassemble ALL of our Members, regardless of who you areand what you do, as one cohesive association of BuildingSafety Professionals.

And it is time to announce for all to hear, we are proudof the work we do. We save lives, and We enrich our commu-nities, and the health and welfare of the citizens we serve.

My friends, my brothers, my sisters, it is time, for theInternational Code Council Family to stand proud, to joinhands, and to move forward.

Remarks from ICC Board of Directors President Ronald E. Piester

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As your President, I WILL write that book.

Like any good book it will rely on the CHAPTERSto make it work--CHAPTER by CHAPTER thisbook will be about all of you!!

The President’s challenge will be to get this teamworking together and promoting each other!! All of you are the team I will rely on—you theMembers!!!!

Understand what I want from this Team: “T”ogether “E”veryone “A”chieves “M”ore!!!

We must all work together! I want to prove it can bedone—we can work together! I want to starttonight!!

Soooooooo.... Everyone raise your glasses and repeatafter me:

This is important so let us remember and promotethis simple phase:

FOR THE GOOD OF THE MEMBERS!

New President Morganson concludes his remarks bysaying: “OK all together. FOR THE GOOD OF THEMEMBERS!!!!!”

While I am the President, if you ever wonder whatyour President is doing, why your President saidsomething, or have to ask where does he stand?? All you need to know is…

FOR THE GOOD OF THE MEMBERS!

The NYSBOC 84th annual conference concludedwith the election of officers.

The standing president Wayne Cichon installed thefollowing officers:

President: James E. Morganson

1st Vice President: Ed Cusato

2nd Vice President: Don Mekulik

Secretary: BJ Gettel

Historian: Mark Schwarz

Immediate Past Wayne Cichon

Then president-elect James Morganson took to oathfor the highest office. The new President spoke ofthe 84 year history of the organization.

He told those present that "Tonight is one of themost important dates in the entire history of theBuilding Officials Organization. We made historytoday. Everyone here is witness to the election of thefirst female officer in the history of this organization.It took too long but I can tell you we have the rightcandidate! BJ will indeed become part of our histo-ry for many reasons.”

Morganson then thanked all who helped and sup-ported him in the past and those who voted for himsaying:

He is honored, humbled and frankly, terrified! “You have all seen me up in the front of the room fora long time now. This may look easy, but the truth isthere is no play book for this job. There is no guide-book to provide direction.”

84 years ago this organization was a novel idea!!!Now it is time to write the book on how to maintainthis great organization.

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The Delegates meeting was held in conjunction with the Annual Business Meeting for NYSBOC atVernon Downs Event Center near Syracuse. It tends to be more of an annual committee update for theindividual chairpersons. Then President Wayne Chicon reviewed our voting preferences regarding theICC Annual Meeting and Elections in Portland, Or. Dan Cassella brought up concerns about some fund-ing for the NYSBOC Ambassadors on if there was any available for Portland. There is a fund for suchactivities as the need for interaction with the ICC is critical for future posturing. John Flanigan reportedon both the Eastern States and Association of Towns, saying both are scheduled next year. Assn. of Townsin NYC Feb 17-20, 2013 and Eastern States in Hershey, Pa May 13-16, 2013. Log Editor Jim Eberhardtis re-configuring the Log status with the advent of the NYSBOC website up and running. Newly electedPresident Jim Morganson has suggested more frequent issues on the line of press releases and such. JimBailey presented the members with the recommended by-law changes which were subsequently voted onand passed. Don Mekulik reports there are 2 Certification applications on file, one for a CPCA and onethat needs more information to be completed and reviewed. Ron Peister from Codes started his report bythanking everyone for their attendance at the new CEDAR program and he is working with the Governoron implementation. A new mission could be to integrate codes into everyday life and economic develop-ment. He is also trying to shrink the regulatory burden and shorten turnover time for updated codes.There has been some talk of accepting the codes as written straight from the ICC. The latest target forthe 2012 update is early 2014 with the energy code being done by July of 2013 as mandated by the Feds.Code books for field reps are still an issue but, is working on it. There are 17 unfulfilled vacancies at thistime in the Codes Div. And we can expect some delays in answers, referring most questions to local offices.John Addario was up next speaking of a continued online training development and a good portion ofwhich should be in place by the end of the year. The State wide management system is till slow and theyare still entering chapter info manually. Record keeping is still in limbo. New programs include Fire AlarmSystems and the new Energy Code, Energy taking precedence. Dottie H. ICC Gov Rep, keeps us updat-ed on the remote voting application which could be online for the next set of updates. She also worksclosely with Bob Cordell and his committee on the Legislative and Technical efforts. Specifically theLegislative Day in May, Raising the Profile Award and the Public Official of the Year Award. Bob contin-ues with notes on a Bill in the Assembly and Senate regarding being a felony to assault a Building Officialwhile on duty. There was also some discussion on laws compared to codes specifically regarding sprinklersas this topic of governing authority is debatable. Gene Jaques presented a preferred list of nominationsfor the ICC elections from the New York Codes Coalition, Ron was on the top of the list. NortheastRegion 6 will be represented by a new person as PP Wayne Cichon is stepping down. Don Mekulik andEd Cusato have established the next Annual Business Meeting in Ft William Henry early Septemberdetails will follow. The Scholarship Committee handed out nine awards this year spread among four NYS-BOC Chapters, NFBOA receiving the most at 5. Jim Bailey and B J Gettel continue updating the web siteand request new info when available. They continue to reach out to members as there are several optionsto post info and retrieve archived material. The next meeting is in Middletown on December 7th.

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Newly elected NYSBOC President Jim Morganson called the meeting to order promptly at 9:30 am and proceeded to thankall for support and help specifically during the storm event Sandy. A quick roll call and review of budget with Doug Scarsonand secretaries report form BJ Gettel led to an introduction to the Town of Wallkill Supervisor Dan Depew. Dan thanked localcode officer and NYSBOC Delegate Gene Jaques for co-ordinating the opportunity to speak with the Delegates. He then spokeof the importance of Building department duties as safety and fire issues are addressed. He explained the importance of com-munication and how technology is improving the ability to communicate more quickly, efficiently and better. A rousing applauseby the nearly 40 members and guests at the meeting showed our support of his involvement in our meeting.Next, he thanked Sam Ricotta and Gene Jaques for their help in setting up and organizing the details for the ICC Conferencein Portland. Specifically the Meet and Greet and Ron’s reception after the elections on Tuesday. Sam thanked BJ Gettel andDon Mekulik for their help as well. Folks may not know how many details there are in the international arena and how wellrespected our ambassadors have become with their involvement. 80 plus New York members traveled to Portland to supportRon and others in the elections and code hearings.Following this, Jim asked for certain committee reports, and requested John Flannigans help as chair for the AmbassadorsCommittee, which John accepted. John also reported the Codes Council will meet later in the month. Topics will include thenew Energy Code update that is expected mid July, the remaining code implementation on the 1st of Jan 2014, a six month lagin implementation and the written word for reference and the State is considering accepting the ICC Code as written with asupplemental handbook with NY enhancements to save turnover time. Jim then referred to the by-laws and said he was hop-ing to implement more updated and democratic laws for easier direction. During new business, he mentioned the ICCConference in New Jersey September 29th through October 10th, being Rons turn to preside as ICC President, Fort Lauderdaleis 2014 and the State may not be buying memberships this year. Although Bob Cordell mentioned not much happening right now in the Legislative end, President Morganson brought him up tothe podium and presented him with a NYSBOC Raising the Profile Award for all his hard work throughout the NYSBOC realm. 2nd VP Don Mekulik has set up the NYSBOC ABM in Fort William Henry in Lake George (Region III) for September 11-13, 2013.During the course of the meeting, Pres Morganson asked for Bob Cordell, BJ Gettel, Steve McDaniel and Mark Schwarz toreport on the activities in and around hurricane Sandy as they, among others, were directly involved with the CEDAR teamsefforts in evaluation. Bob went twice. First to Babylon 1 ? weeks after the event where he noted considerable amounts of fueloil around as tanks were not secure, structural damage along canals, no mud in flooding because of salt water but, salt waterbuilding salt bridges in electrical panels and burning houses down when power was restored. Two different evaluations. Thisone was 3800 units in 3 days. Second he went to Newstead noting house numbers helped considerably, more in depth studiesand mold was very prevalent in the 3 weeks after the event.Steve spoke next. He went to Islip and was directing a 30 person crew, the mainland was easier to access, barrier island wasmore disaster struck. They were the only crew on the island because of the evacuation. Gasoline was an issue throughoutbecause of the distance to get.BJ Gettel showed a slide set of Sullivan County as it was hit with the wind. She was the only code person doing the evaluationsand had a week to evaluate.Mark Schwarz also showed several pictures of his own home caught in the thick of it. He said that as a victim he and his neighborswere more in need of what happens now information than anything. He also gave some insights to survival without heat, power, etc.The next Delegates meeting will be at the Maplewood Inn in Liverpool (Syracuse) on March 1st.

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Government Experience:Municipality employed by: ____________________________Department: __________________________Employed from ________ to ____________Present title: _________________ Years in this position _____Number of persons supervised by you. _____Duties of your present position: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Title of previous position: _____________________________Number of persons supervised by you _____Number of years in the position: _______________________Duties:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Do you have Civil Service status in any of the listed positions?Yes [ ] No [ ]List titles and grades for all civil service tests taken.____________________________________________________________________________________________________Other Qualifications:Professional License(s) held: ___________________ Issued By:____________ Dated _____________List any additional qualifications that would be important indetermining your degree of competency,Include; offices in job-related organizations, speaking engage-ments or articles written.Construction or Other Experience:List all other experience starting with the most recent. Includetime worked as a supervisor or foreperson. Be sure to note ifyou were the owner or other person in charge of; the construc-tion of buildings, highways or other engineeringprojects. Include duties and duration of the projects.Employer: ____________ Name of Supervisor ____________Address: _________________________________________From ___________ To _____________Employed as:___________________ Duties: ________________________________________________________________Employer: ____________ Name of Supervisor ____________Address: _________________________________________From ___________ To _____________Employed as:___________________ Duties: ________________________________________________________________Employer: ____________ Name of Supervisor ____________Address: _________________________________________From ___________ To _____________Employed as:___________________ Duties: ________________________________________________________________Use additional sheets for other employers or to provide more information relating tothe above sections.I hereby submit my application for certification in the followingcategory:_________________________The information supplied on this form is true to the best of my knowl-edge. I have taken care to provide all pertinent information that willenable the Committee to make a fair evaluation of my background.Signed: _______________________________ Dated: ______Residing at: ________________________________________

Name: ____________________________________________Business Address:Street ________________________________ City ____________________ State ____ Zip _________Phone___________________________ Fax ______________Email address _________________________Place and date of birth ___________________ Are you a citizen? Yes [ ] No [ ]Are you presently employed by a municipal building or codeenforcement agency within New York State? Yes [ ] No [ ]Municipality’s Name: ________________________________Are you an Active Member of NYSBOC? Yes [ ] No [ ]No. of years a member ______What is the Chapter’s name? ________________________What other building official organizations are you a memberof: ______________________Certification Status:Are you currently certified by NYSBOC? Yes [ ] No [ ] If Yessee (a); If No see (b). (a) What level are youcertified to: _______________________________________b. What level certification are you seeking: Indicate by check-ing below.Certified Code Inspector ____ Certified Code Administrator _____Certified Professional Code Administrator ____Have you completed the NYS basic training offered by NYSDOS Codes Division? Yes [ ] No [ ]ID # ___________________ Date _____________ (Attachcopy of NYS Certificate.)Verification:You may have a person who will be able to give further infor-mation for verification. If so, have them prepare and submit aletter detailing the type of work, supervisory capacities andother relevant details.Return Completed Application and supplemental documents(original and two copies of all.) to:Don Mekulik; Chairman - Town of Hamptonburgh, 18 BullRd., Campbell Hall, NY 10916 attn: Building Dept.Education:High School ________________________from____ to_____Graduated - Yes [ ] No [ ] GED [ ]College ___________________________ from____ to______Course of study ______________________________ Degree and date received ____________Post graduate courses _________________________School ____________________________from ____ to _____Graduated - Yes [ ] No [ ] Date ______Degree ___Other Higher Education?Courses taken ______________________________________College __________________________ from____ to______Dates: From ______ to ______Other sources of learning: _____________________Explain employment. List titles held, inclusive dates and dutiesof positions held for all experience areas. Copies of CivilService job descriptions should be included when thosetitles are used. Use additional sheets as needed.

NEW YORK STATE BUILDING OFFICIALS CONFERENCE, INC.Certification Application (See rules on page 15)

(Type or print all information. Use extra sheets listing the areas to which the additional information applies.)

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NEW YORK STATE BUILDING OFFICIALS CONFERENCE, INC.CERTIFICATION COMMITTEE

Instructions for Filing Application for CertificationApplicants wishing to become certified as to their relative degree of competence in the field ofCode Inspection and Administration may be considered, by completing the application form andproviding the required references. After review by the committee they may then becomeclassified in one of the several categories or certified by the New York State Building OfficialsConference, Inc. as a professional. Those persons who previously applied and wish to beupgraded may do so.Review and certification is available to all active members of NYSBOC. There is no fee forcertification.Documentation of educational background above high school is required. Answer questionscompletely. Furnish sufficient information for the Committee to evaluate, with as much detail aspossible. Type or print ALL information requested on the application form. Follow all the"Specific Requirements For Filing" on the attached sheet. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR FILINGApplication(Page 14), documents and references should be mailed to:

Don MekulikTown of Hamptonburgh18 Bull RoadCampbell Hall, NY 10916attn: Building Department

For additional information call:(845) 427-2424 ext. 2SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR FILINGIn addition to the completed application, the following items are required to be submitted for your certi-fication review and approval. An incomplete application only results in delays in processing or possiblereturn of the application.. A two letters of reference from NYSBOC members supporting your application for certification.. A copy of your N.Y. State Certification as a code enforcement official.. A transcript of your college credits and verification of graduation if a degree has been awarded.. Copies of certificates awarded for other sources of learning, i.e. chapter, state, technical schools, post-college or other training.. Experience can include:. Dept. Head, supervisor or administrator in a code enforcement office.. Inspector for a building, fire, urban renewal or insurance agency.. Owner, general. manager, project manager or superintendent of a construction company.. Engineer (P.E.) or Architect (R.A.) performing design work or supervision of construction in NYS orother states. (List states).. Journeyman or better as designated by a labor union after training.. Tradesman, foreman, draftsman or similar position in construction.. Any other experience listed will be reviewed and the committee will make a determination of its acceptability. Copies of Civil Service job titles, specifications and, test grades or list position.. Submit the original and two (2) copies of all documents for the committee to review.. As much information as you can submit that is directly related to code enforcement shouldbe included with the application.The review process may take upwards of 60 days, do not become anxious if we do not respondimmediately. The application is reviewed by three committee members and then referred back tothe committee. Upon completion of the review process, you will be notified and then, as soon aspossible, the certificate will be prepared and forwarded to you or, to your chapter president forpresentation if you so choose.

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NYSBOC in Portland, OregonThe 2012 Annual Conference and Final Action Hearings for the ICC were held in Portland this year from October 21st through Octobern28th. The program was special in terms of the meeting as DOS Director of Codes’ Ron Peister was inducted to position of Board ofDirector President. As you know, Ron’s journey started in early 2005 when he was elected to the ICC’s Board, serving several years in thatcapacity and the climbing through the ranks to now President.The conference started officially Sunday. Prior to then, there were activities in and around the city for early arrivals such as the Bobby FowlerMotorcycle run. NYSBOC VP Ed Cusato and NFBOA Tres. Kevin Rank road a good portion of the 400 plus miles around Portland and tothe coast on rented Harleys. Sunday night was the first of several gatherings designed in and around the elections of officers. Sam Ricottaand committee, over the last few years, has set up a “Meet and Greet” with the candidates for elections to the various Board positions. Most,if not all the candidates attend to give a briefing on their platforms for election.Monday begins the educational and meeting portion of the Conference. The Chapter Presidents Breakfast for all ICC Chapters followed bythe opening Session/Candidates forum for the general membership. Several NYSBOC Members were the recipient of this years’ matchingFoundation grant and were treated to a Luncheon as a meet and great per se. The exhibit hall opened early afternoon to meet the vendorsfollowed by the start of the Final Action Hearings “Group A” which included the IFGC, IPC,IMC, and IBC. The hearings and voting ranthrough Sunday the 28th all in all. Code Council Governmental Voting Members took action on more than 1,550 proposed changes.Approved changes from the Group A hearings will be published in the 2015 editions of the I-Codes along with those from the Group B CodeCycle in 2013 and the Group C Code Cycle in 2014. That evening, most of the ICC Regional meetings were arranged in the Welcome toPortland Reception at the World Forestry Center high abovePortland City. Several venues were open to the members andguests featuring exhibits of forestry and management tech-niques in wooded lands. High emphasis on recycling was thetheme throughout.Tuesday’s Annual Business Meeting was the highlight of ourattention as the elections took place during the meeting.International Code Council Members elected BoardOfficers and Directors during Tuesday’s Annual BusinessMeeting at the 2012 Annual Conference in Portland. RonaldE. Piester, AIA, Director of the New York Department ofState Division of Code Enforcement and Administration,was elected President. Stephen D. Jones, was elected Vice President. Guy Tomberlin, was elected Secretary/Treasurer. Ron Hoover, SectionB on the Board, which is a three-year term. Tina Rakes, was re-elected to represent Section D on the Board, which also is a three-year term.William R. Bryant of Maryland and Greg Wheeler of Colorado were elected to at-large positions on the Board, which are both three-yearterms. Jim Brown,was elected to a one-year term on the Board, filling the vacant seat created by Tomberlin’s election as Secretary/Treasurer.The Cracker Barrel Luncheon followed where members and guests were able to sit with vendors and chat. A Government Relations Forumwas held by Dottie, various educational programs, meetings and Steering Committee associations completed the afternoon. After a brief din-ner, the exhibitors sponsored a reception with prizes. Finally that evening, a co-sponsored hospitality room was opened for Ron and fellowvictors of the elections. The day started off early Wednesday with Code of Honor Scholarship group pictures prior to the code hearings. Educational programs andhearing continued throughout the day, breaking in time for the Annual Awards Banquet. At the banquet, a pleasant surprise to New YorkDelegation as Joe Sauerwein, District Manager of the Blue Point Fire District on Long Island, New York, was honored with the Fire ServiceAward. Also, John Terry, Manager of Code Services for the state of New Jersey, was presented the Gerald H. Jones Code Official of the YearAward.. Deborah Vanek, Code Compliance Officer for California’s San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District, was the recipient of theCommunity Service Award and Judith Rothschild Dicine, Supervisor and Assistant State's Attorney of Housing for the state of Connecticut,accepted the Affiliate Award. Following the dinner, New Jersey, next years’ convention host, sponsored an open house and information eventon what to expect from them during the coming ABM which will be moved up to the end of September next year..Thursday through Sunday gave way to the remaining code updates with some of the Delegates taking a break and traveling the surroundingarea.. Several NYSBOC members and some spouses ran up to Mt Hood and enjoyed what was to be one of the few non-rainy days of thetrip. Notably, NYSBOC Pres. Jim Morganson and wife, Mary, explored the west coast for the following week and Log Editor Jim Eberhardtand wife, Teddi, flew to Hawaii and sailed around the islands for a week. After all, we were that far anyway according to the wives.

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ICC President Ron peister and NYSBOC President Jim Morganson

Pres Morganson, ICC Affiliate Member of the YearJudith Dicine and BOD Steve Jones

NYSBOC Members at Rons reception, Jim Eberhardt, Kevin Rank,Kevin Ezell, Jim Morganson, Jim Bailey

Portland Convention Center

Ron Peister with supporting NYS Coalition Members at Installation Dinner

NYSBOC Administration with Ron after induction

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pres. morganson and Sect BJ Gettel reception door guards

World Forestry Center, site of the Opening Event ActivitiesBetty and Gene Jaques

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NYSBOC Annual Conference September 12-14, 2012

This year NYSBOC’s 84th Annual Conference was held at the Vernon Downs Resort in Vernon NY. The Conference was dedicat-ed to several NYSBOC Chapter members in memoriam. Harold Dougherty and PP Michael Giardina of BIANCO, DaleMoteyunas and Donald Imeson of Central, Earl F Lorence, Sr of Columbia Greene, Michele Bonsteel of Mid Hudson, F. RobertDanni of NFBOA and Thomas Lyons, Walter Barrett, Daniel Carlstrom, Donald Clark and John Tinnerillo of Tri County. Amoment of silence was requested later during the banquet.Registration started at noon on Wed the 12th, welcoming guests to the start of the program with Code Updates for about an hourand Disaster Preparedness immediately following. Central Chapter hosted an Appetizer Party, refreshments and dinner to completethe days’ activities.Thursday morning started with the first of two CEDAR programs re-started by the Dept of State. DOS Trainer Eric Bradshaw pro-vided an inspiring session noting that it is the first of several opportunities to get back into a dormant CEDAR program.Coincidentally the CEDAR Team was called for dispatch at the beginning of December to NYC and the Jersey shore for responseto hurricane Sandy and the subsequent snow storm. The program is working out the specifics in terms insurance, development, in-service training by the direction of the DCEA. The afternoon made room for the Annual Business Meeting which included theDelegates reports (see Log) and elections. The day ended with the Annual Banquet started by Immediate Past President WayneCichon handing out several Chapter Awards and various individual Achievement Awards. Notably, the Chapter Service Awardswere in recognition of continued support of NYSBOC and associates endeavors, the Presidential Service Award to Past PresidentDan Cassella and the Code Official of the Year Award to newly elected Secretary BJ Gettel.The final day, Friday, had Eric B. Wrapping up what turned out to be 6 hours of in-service training for the CEDAR program. Thereis talk of making it mandatory as part of the 24 hours of in-service for code officials once the program has proved out. Next year there is an application to go to the Lake George area in NYSBOC Region III

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Sharon Kent-Wheeler, John Addario and BJ Gettel atregistration

Wayne with AwardRecipient Ed Cusato

2011-12 Officers at ABM

Elected Officers - l to r (pp) DanCassella, Historian MarkSchwarz, 1st VP Ed Cusato,President Jim Morganson,(imm.pp) Wayne Cichon,Secretary BJ Gettel, 2nd VP Don Mekulik

Wayne with Presidential Service AwardRecipient Dan Cassella

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33Officers with Treasurer Doug Scarson (5th from left)

Jim Morganson being sworn in as 2013-14 President

Eric Bradshaw as a presenter for CEDAR

CEDAR class attendees

Wayne with Code Official of the Year - BJ Gettel

Fun with the pres.

Pat Morris receiving Service Award for FingerLakes Building Officials