Title
Proclamation for Building Safety Month
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Safe and Secure Community
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
DEPARTMENT: Development Services / Building Inspections
CONTACT: Suzanne Arnold, Chief Building Official
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The International Code Council (ICC), which is the governing body over our model building codes, celebrates Building Safety Month every May to bring global attention to building safety and to recognize the code professionals who work to make sure construction is safe.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The ICC encourages local and state governments to issue proclamations in observance of Building Safety Month.
• McKinney has historically proclaimed and celebrated Building Safety Month every May.
• The theme for 2024 is “Mission Possible” and the weekly topics are as follows:
o Week 1 (May 1-5) - Understanding the Mission
o Week 2 (May 6-12) - Preparing a Building Safety Plan
o Week 3 (May 13-19) - Learning from the Pros
o Week 4 (May 20-26) - Engaging Your Community
o Week 5 (May 27-31) - Celebrating Success in Building Safety
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• No financial impact
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• No Board or Commission action