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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Mechanical/ Plumbing Advisory Board - 03/12/2009 RECEIVED Minutes of Mechanical/Plumbing Advisory Board Regular Meeting AUG 1 7 2009 Thursday,March 12,2009 at 2 p.m. Fire Department Training Room CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE 3rd Floor,Frost Bank Building 2406 Leopard,Corpus Christi,Texas I. Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. IL Roll Call Board members present include: Everest lluerta, James Norman, Mike Warner, James Dildy, Robert Pate, Bud 0'Bryan, and Sean Rodriguez Board Members Absent: Scott Curtiss, Ray Johnson, Bob Hughes, and Robert Sells City Staff present include: Joe Elliott and Catherine Mireles III. Approval of Minutes December 12, 2008, Special Meeting: Mr. Norman motioned to accept the minutes as transcribed Mr. Rodriguez questioned a tabled portion of the minutes asking if it had ever been re-addressed. It was determined that it was not and staff recommended placing it on next agenda for additional discussion. Mr. ()Bryan seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. January 20, 2009, Special Meeting: Mr. O'Bryan motioned to the accept minutes as transcribe seconded by Mr. Rodriguez. The motion carried unanimously. February 12, 2009, Regular Meeting: Mr.Dildy motioned to accept the minutes as transcribed, seconded by Mr. Norman. The motion carried unanimously. IV. Review,Discuss,and Act as Appropriate on the 2006 International Plumbing Code,International Mechanical Code, International Fuel/Gas Code, International Energy Code, International Residential Code,and Local Amendments Mr. Elliott stated that Mr. Reining has been working to get a draft compiled to present to this board for their review of the amendments they have made. At the time, the board still has the opportunity to make any other changes. Mr. Elliott pointed out that once the final draft has been decided upon, it can be presented to the industry at trade meetings. It is encouraged for contractors to purchase these code books so that they can be up to date. V. Review Candidates' resumes for new Board members and make a determination on submittal of any recommendations to City Council The Board went on to discuss vacancies, expirations and reappointments. No action was taken at this time because they are still lacking applications and bio forms. SCANNED it V Minutes of Mechanical/Plumbing Advisory Board Regular Meeting March 12,2009 Page 2 VI. Identify items to be placed on next Agenda International Energy Code Review of candidates for new Board members VII. Building Official Report: Department Update Mr. Elliott gave the news that Doug Maples is no longer the Building Official. He has given his resignation due to personal reasons. He informed the Board that Dale Jackson has been designated the Interim Building Official. He went on to explain Mr. Jacksons extensive back ground and experience. Mr. Elliott mentioned the reorganization with in the department with the intention for better interactions/communication with the development community. VIII. Public Comments No one addressed the Board during public forum. IX. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 3 p.m. Pre:'.m_ i 'cy"