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Helping in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

The scope of the damage and the sheer number of people affected by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Louisiana is staggering. And, now, Hurricane Irma is battering Florida with violent winds and storm-surge flooding. Last month ICC pledged to match member, staff and stakeholder donations to the American Red Cross up to $64,000, the number of ICC members, to help with disaster relief. We've raised over $23,000 so far, but that's still a long way from our goal. Starting today, September 11, we are issuing a special conference challenge — we will double any Red Cross donations we receive until the end of Global Connections Day on Wednesday. In other words, if you donate $50, ICC will give $100. Click here to make your contribution today.

The members of ICC's Building Official, Fire Service, Global, PMG Official, Sustainability and Emerging Leaders Membership Councils hold Governing Council elections during a joint meeting of all Membership Councils.

ICC Membership Councils help shape the industry

The Membership Councils offer International Code Council Members a place to come together and be a more powerful force shaping ICC, their industries, their careers and their futures. Five discipline-specific Membership Councils allow ICC membership to share their expertise, voice and vision with their peers. ICC's Building Official, Fire Service, Global, PMG Official, Sustainability and Emerging Leaders Membership Councils came together Sunday, Sept. 10, for a joint meeting to hold Governing Council elections, present awards and discuss matters of interest to all Membership Councils.

Pictured (left-right): Michael Gardner, Mike Pfeiffer and Chris Ochoa were the first-place team for the Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing.

3rd Annual Burton Golf Outing raises funds for future leaders

Recognizing the need to encourage and mentor the next generation of code officials and to provide for the continued education of individuals who seek a profession in code administration, the Past Presiding Officers of the International Code Council have embarked on an effort to provide training and resources to address the critical need for future leaders in our profession. The 3rd Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing, held at Royal American Links in Galena, Ohio, was the third fundraising event of the Past Presiding Officers and celebrated the life and work of William Ronald "Ron" Burton, a renowned code expert who worked on many code-related projects for ICC, Building Owners and Managers Association International, and the National Association of Home Builders.

The tourney included a 50/50 drawing, prizes for the longest drive and closest to the pin, a hole-in-one contest, a golf ball launching contest, and gifts for all participants.

Building Safety & Design Expo continues

The 2017 Building Safety & Design Expo continues today from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. in Exhibit Hall B. Education Pavilions will be located on the expo floor that feature fast-paced presentations on technical and non-technical topics, including information on the latest construction techniques as well as the latest advances in technology, building products and applications. Participants will receive ICC continuing education units that can be used toward ICC certification renewal. More than 70 top exhibitors are participating in the expo to showcase the latest products, technologies, applications and services in the building safety and fire prevention industry.

Chapter delegates from ICC Midwest Region V.

Regional Meetings held in Columbus

More than 10 years ago, the International Code Council created 12 regions to encourage the formation of ICC regional chapters, which create stronger and more unified networks of building safety professionals, provide greater political strength when addressing code adoption and code development issues, and deal more effectively with state legislators.

ICC supports the first-time attendee experience

ICC held an orientation for first-time attendees who had general questions about the conference. ICC Membership Vice President Karla Higgs provided tips for navigating the conference, including basic information, how to network and get involved, and how to customize the conference experience and stay connected.

Conference attendees participated in ICC's Door Prize Giveaway during Sunday night's tailgate Welcome Reception. Allen Cooley, senior plans examiner for Apex, N.C., won the grand prize of a Breeze 4K flying drone with camera.

Tailgate reception

The Code Council kicked off its conference with a Tailgate Welcome Reception, where attendees feasted on football-themed food and beverages and participated in the many outdoor games. Attendees showed off their team spirit by wearing their favorite hats and jerseys.

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