Christoph Falke

The Commission discussed a proposed project by the Alaska Department of Transportation involving fencing and bike path work near the cemetery boundaries. Updates were provided regarding the upcoming Annual Clean-Up Day, new maintenance staff, and the procurement of a new mower to assist with groundskeeping. Financial discussions covered a recent monument invoice, grant funding status, and the impact of shipping costs on marker orders. Future planning included the coordination of upcoming monument orders, potential adjustments to work schedules to assist with heavy labor tasks, and strategies for soliciting volunteers for cemetery maintenance.

The meeting included the annual state of the society report and the installation of new officers. Key discussions focused on infrastructure investment, the release of the 2021 infrastructure report card, revisions to the code of ethics to a stakeholder-based model, and updates on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Technological advancements were presented, including the new ASCE website, the career connection platform, and the Future World Vision initiative. Additionally, the society recognized several recipients of leadership and technical awards, acknowledged departing board members, and discussed efforts in sustainable infrastructure through new manuals of practice and collaborative research on resilience.

The International Code Council's 2030 Strategic Plan serves as a five-year roadmap focusing on three core pillars: empowering members, protecting communities, and strengthening the organization itself. This strategic vision, termed 'one IC,' emphasizes collaborative partnerships among industry stakeholders, staff, and members to achieve its goals.

The council reviewed reports from various working groups, including member engagement, emerging issues and trends, public awareness, and training and education. The meeting included updates from the board of directors regarding appointments and committee governance, as well as presentations from the ICC government relations and technical services teams on staffing and ongoing projects. Ongoing business topics included an update on the upcoming CFSI symposium and a report on the status of the draft gap analysis from the battery and energy storage ad hoc committee.

The meeting included a public comment session regarding concerns about box stores and private snow dump disposal areas. Updates were provided on the Protect our Waterways calendar, the pending MS4 permit, completed classroom storm water presentations, and the success of the IABA Home Show. New personnel from the DEC were introduced, and plans were discussed for media outreach through radio announcements. The committee reviewed upcoming requirements, including the annual MS4 training, oil sheen inspections, spring outfall sampling, and snow disposal site inspections and mapping. Finally, the committee coordinated logistics for the upcoming Storm Drain Art project and Stream Cleanup Day, including location planning, volunteer outreach, and event supplies.