WOBO is pleased to provide a sample of ICC news and links to developments and activities taking place.

Get to Know John Belcik, the Code Council’s New CEO

The International Code Council is under new leadership, with John Belcik taking over as Chief Executive Officer as of Jan. 1, 2025. In Part 1 of our 2-part series, the Building Safety Journal spoke with Belcik to learn more about him on a personal level. Part 2, which will be published in the coming months, will focus on Belcik’s vision for the Code Council and the path ahead.  –  Read More

What You Need to Know: EPA’s Emissions Reduction and Reclamation Program for HFC Refrigerants 

The Emissions Reduction and Reclamation (ER&R) program is the latest in a series of programs that the EPA has enacted under the authority of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020 (AIM Act) to handle HFC refrigerants.  Read More

La Porte, Texas, Takes a Major Step in Building Safety with Adoption of the 2024 International Codes

Concrete Masonry Checkoff is Reimagining What’s Possible with Concrete Masonry Units

While concrete masonry units (CMUs) are often praised for their strength, many of its economic and environmental benefits remain underutilized or overlooked altogether. CMUs can largely prevent total-loss scenarios, keeping people safe and ensuring they have something to return to after a disaster strikes. – Read More

San Diego Chapter Champions Military Families Career Path Program

Those with military service skill sets are ideally suited to the building safety profession, sharing traits like organization, commitment, attention to detail, technical knowledge, experience with teamwork and a strong work ethic. San Diego is home to multiple military installations, including over 115,000 active-duty service members split between the Navy and Marine Corps. Over 230,000 military veterans call the area home as well.  Read More

FEMA’s FY2024 BRIC Funding Available to Strengthen Building Resilience

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. The Code Council encourages jurisdictions to apply for this funding to strengthen their communities and is available for assistance in accessing these funds.  Read More

Code Corner: 2024 International Building Code Section 414.2.3: Number of Control Areas

The Building Safety Journal’s series, Code Corner, explores sections of the International Codes® each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting the scope of Section 414.2.3 of the 2024 International Building Code® (IBC): Number of Control Areas.  Read More

Minneapolis Marriott Northwest or Virtual Feb. 10–14, 2025

The 2025 Upper Great Plains Region III Educational Institute features a wide spectrum of specialized courses and the opportunity to earn important CEUs. Join us in-person or virtually (limited offerings available) to take advantage of the many features of this event.