S&B - Code Advisory Council Activity

See Code Development and Change Projects.

  ** Alteration and Change of Occupancy Council
This 8-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, has been convened on a temporary basis to review the 2009 changes within the "Existing Buildings" portion of the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code. This is part of an overall code development project that is updating Wisconsin Commercial Building Code to reflect 2009 model International Code Council codes.

Next meeting:  Tuesday, October 27, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Conference Room of Madison Fire Station #11, 4011 Morgan Way, Madison. WI. For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.  

Agendas  |  Meeting Summaries  |  Membership List  |  Related Code Development Activity

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  ** Amusement Ride Code Advisory Council
This 7-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the design, construction, operation, repair, inspection, assembly, disassembly and use of amusement rides at carnivals, fairs and other places of amusement for the safety of frequenters. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 34.

Next meeting:  No meeting scheduled  

Questions may be directed to Jim Quast, 608/266-9292, or TTY 608/264-8777, jim.quast@wisconsin.gov.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity 

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  ** Automatic Fire Sprinkler Contractor and Journeymen Council
This 5-member statutory council, appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to licensing of automatic fire sprinkler contractors and journeymen automatic fire sprinkler fitters. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 5.

Next meeting:  No meeting scheduled 

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity 

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  ** Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Advisory Council
This 10-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the design, construction, installation, operation, inspection, testing, maintenance, alteration and repair of boilers and pressure vessels installed in public buildings and places of employment. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 41.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity 

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  ** Comm 14 Code Advisory Committee
This 6-member advisory council, appointed by the division administrator, advises the department on issues and rules relating to the fire inspection and prevention programs, including Fire Department Dues. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 14.

In 2009 there is a current code project that this council or group is working on.  The code project intends to evaluate and update Comm 14, Fire Prevention Code, and Comm 60-66, Commercial Building Code, to keep the codes consistent in themselves and to national standards, and to respond to legislative directives.  The current codes are based in part on adopted 2006 versions of International Code Councils Codes and National Fire Prevention Association 1, Uniform Fire Code.  Adoption the 2009 versions of these model codes will be considered.

Next meeting:  The most recent  meeting was Friday, September 18, 2009.

For more information, contact Sam Rockweiler, 608-266-0797, sam.rockweiler@wi.gov.  

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity 

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  ** Commercial Buildings Code Council
This 13-member council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on statewide minimum rules for construction, operation, and maintenance of public buildings and places of employment. These rules are currently contained in chapters Comm 61 to 65.

In 2009 there is a current code project that this council or group is working on.  The code project intends to evaluate and update Comm 14, Fire Prevention Code, and Comm 60-66, Commercial Building Code, to keep the codes consistent in themselves and to national standards, and to respond to legislative directives.  The current codes are based in part on adopted 2006 versions of International Code Councils Codes and National Fire Prevention Association 1, Uniform Fire Code.  Adoption the 2009 versions of these model codes will be considered.

Next meeting:  Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the City of Middleton Fire Station #1, 7600 University Ave., Middleton, Wisconsin.  Joint meeting with Multifamily Dwellings Code Advisory Council.  For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.

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  ** Commercial Buildings Code General Task Group
This subset of the Commercial Buildings Code Council and the Multifamily Dwelling Code Council will review some portions of the International Building Code as part of an overall code development project working toward updating the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code to reflect 2009 model ICC codes. 

In 2009 there is a current code project that this council or group is working on.  The code project intends to evaluate and update Comm 14, Fire Prevention Code, and Comm 60-66, Commercial Building Code, to keep the codes consistent in themselves and to national standards, and to respond to legislative directives.  The current codes are based in part on adopted 2006 versions of International Code Councils Codes and National Fire Prevention Association 1, Uniform Fire Code.  Adoption the 2009 versions of these model codes will be considered.

Next meeting: The most recent meeting was July 28, 2009. For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.

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  **Commercial Buildings Fire Protection Systems Code Council
This 16-member council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to fire protection systems for public buildings and places of employment. These rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 62.

In 2009 there is a current code project that this council or group is working on.  The code project intends to evaluate and update Comm 14, Fire Prevention Code, and Comm 60-66, Commercial Building Code, to keep the codes consistent in themselves and to national standards, and to respond to legislative directives.  The current codes are based in part on adopted 2006 versions of International Code Councils Codes and National Fire Prevention Association 1, Uniform Fire Code.  Adoption of the 2009 versions of these model codes will be considered.

The group is focusing now on the 2009 changes to the fire protection system requirements in Chapter 9 International Building Code, and some portions of Chapters 3 and 4, High-hazard Group H occupancies, Section 307; Atriums, Section 404; Hazardous materials, H Groups, application of flammable finishes, drying rooms, and organic coatings, Sections 414 to 418; Hydrogen cutoff rooms,Section 421.

Next meeting: The most recent meeting was July 21, 2009. For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

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  **Commercial Buildings Fire Safety Code Council

This 11-member council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to fire safety provisions for public buildings and places of employment. These rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 62.

  ** Contractor Certification Council (in November 2006 this council replaced the Dwelling Contractor Financial Responsibility Council)
This 3-member statutory council, appointed by the Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Commerce, advises the department on issues and rules relating to certifying the financial responsibility of contractors who obtain building permits to perform work on one- and 2-family dwellings, continuing education courses and exams for dwelling contractors, and certification of Uniform Dwelling Code inspectors. Related rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 5.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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**   Conveyance Safety Council
This 10-member statutory council, appointed by the Governor, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to elevators and other conveyance systems such as dumbwaiters and escalators. The rules are in Comm 18, Elevators, Escalators, and Lift Devices Code.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

This 11-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the installation and use of electricity. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 16.

Next meeting: The most recent meeting was September 8, 2009. The council has been considering the first (inspection) of two code development packages related to electrical inspection and credential regulations as directed by 2007 Wisconsin Act 63.  For more information, contact Joe Hertel, joe.hertel@wi.gov.

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  ** Elevator Code Council (Discontinued in Fall 2006)
This advisory council was replaced by the Conveyance Safety Council because of the 2005 Wisconsin Act 456

Discontinued.

Agendas || Meeting Summaries || Membership List || Related Code Development Activity

  ** Energy Conservation Code Council
This 9-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules for energy conservation as related to the Commercial Building Code, chapters Comm 61-65.  It is reviewing the 2009 changes within the "Energy Conservation" portion of the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code. This is part of an overall code development project that is updating Wisconsin Commercial Building Code to reflect 2009 model International Code Council codes.

Next meeting: October 28, 2009, at 9 a.m. at the City of Madison Fire Station #11, 4011 Morgan Way, Madison, Wisconsin.  For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Code Development Activity

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Next meeting: The July 16, 2009, meeting of the Erosion and Stormwater Code Council was cancelled because the 2009 Wisconsin Budget Act transferred the Commercial Building Construction Site Soil Erosion Program to the Department of Natural Resources. For a review of the Council's activities, see the meeting summary from its May 5, 2009, meeting. To read about the transfer of responsibilities, see Wisconsin Act 28, s. 9110.

  ** Gas Systems Council
This 11-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the design, construction, installation, operation, repair and maintenance of equipment for gas systems such as liquefied petroleum gas facilities. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 40.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled.

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**   HVAC Advisory Code Council
This 9-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning requirements of Comm 64-65, Commercial Building Code.

Next meeting: Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the City of Madison Fire Station #11, 4011 Morgan Way, Madison, Wisconsin.  For more information, contact Jim Smith, Commercial Buildings Program Manager, jim.smith@wi.gov.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

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**   Historic Building Code Council
This 7-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the preservation or restoration of buildings or structures designated as historic buildings. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 70.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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--- Manufactured Homes and Home Parks Council activities have been folded into the Manufactured Housing Code Council. Past Manufactured Home Dealers and Salesperson Council Agendas | Meeting Summaries |

--- Manufactured Home Dealers and Salespersons Council activities have been folded into the Manufactured Housing Code Council. Past Manufactured Home Dealers and Salesperson Council Agendas | Meeting Summaries

**   Means of Egress Code Council
This 7-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to means of egress and accessibility. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 62.

A council task group is focusing on the 2009 changes to the means of egress and accessibility requirements in Chapters 10 and 11 of the International Building Code. This is part of an overall code development project that is updating Wisconsin Commercial Building Code to reflect 2009 model International Code Council codes.

Next meeting: The most recent meeting was June 24, 2009. Additional meetings have not been scheduled.

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**   Mechanical Refrigeration Code Council
This 8-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the design, construction, installation, operation and inspection of mechanical refrigerating systems installed in public buildings and places of employment, and for preventing the release of ozone-depleting refrigerants to the atmosphere. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 45.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

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  ** Multifamily Dwelling Code Council
This 14-member statutory council, appointed by the Governor, advises the Department on statewide uniform rules for construction, operation, and maintenance of multifamily dwellings. These rules are currently contained in chapters Comm 61 to 65, and by statute, must be reviewed biennially.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

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**   Plumbers Council
This 3-member statutory council, appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to licensing of plumbers. The rules are currently contained in chapter Comm 5.

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

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  ** Plumbing Advisory Code Council
This 12-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department in the updating of the provisions of the state Uniform Plumbing Code, chs. Comm 81-85, which consist of rules for the design, construction, installation, supervision, maintenance and inspection of plumbing. [For POWTS, chapter Comm 83, see POWTS Technical Advisory Committee or POWTS Advisory Code Council]

Next meeting: Thursday, October 15, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Conference Room of Madison Fire Station #11, 4011 Morgan Way, Madison, Wisconsin.  Open to the public.  For more information, contact Lynita Docken, lynita.docken@wi.gov, or Norma Sampson, norma.sampson@wi.gov.

  ** Plumbing Advisory Code Council - Stormwater Workgroup (not currently active)
This 7-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, was created to assist the Plumbing Advisory Code Council in the updating of the provisions of the state Uniform Plumbing Code, chs. Comm 81-85, relating to stormwater and consistencies with chapters NR 151 and 216.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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  ** Pool Advisory Code Council
This 11-member advisory council, appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, assists the division in the updating of the provisions of the Design and Construction of Public Swimming Pools and Water Attractions, chapter Comm 90, which consist of rules for regulating the design and construction, alteration, or reconstruction of public swimming pools, including whirlpools and water attractions, and the alteration of public swimming pool equipment in order to protect the health and safety of the public.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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  ** POWTS Advisory Code Council
This 11-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, assists the division in the review and updating of the provisions of the state Uniform Plumbing Code, chapters Comm 81-85 that consists of rules for soil and site evaluation, and the design, installation, inspection and maintenance of Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (POWTS). The Advisory Council also assists the division in the review and updating of the Sanitation Code, chapter Comm 91 that consists of minimum standards and criteria for the design, installation and maintenance of sanitation systems and devices that are alternatives to water-carried waste plumbing fixtures and drain systems.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled.

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  ** POWTS Technical Advisory Committee
This 7-member advisory committee, appointed by the Division Administrator, assists the division in the review of specific methods or technologies that are voluntarily submitted for review to be utilized as POWTS holding, treatment or dispersal components which conform to the standards or specifications referenced in chapters Comm 81-84, but do not require approval under subsection (2) or section Comm 84.50.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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**   Public Safety Advisory Council
This 13-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to public employee health and safety. The rules are currently in chapter Comm 32.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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  ** Rental Unit Energy Efficiency Council
This 3-member council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to minimum energy efficiency requirements for rental units, which must be met when transferring ownership of the rental unit. The rules are contained in chapter Comm 67.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

Agendas | Meeting Summaries | Membership List | Related Code Development Activity

  ** Structural Requirements Commercial Building Code Council
This 8-member advisory council, appointed by the Division Administrator, advises the Department on issues and rules relating to the structural requirements of Comm 61-65, Commercial Building Code.

In 2009 there is a current code project that this council or group is working on. The code project intends to evaluate and update Comm 14, Fire Prevention Code, and Comm 60-66, Commercial Building Code, to keep the codes consistent in themselves and to national standards, and to respond to legislative directives. The current codes are based in part on adopted 2006 versions of International Code Councils Codes and National Fire Prevention Association 1, Uniform Fire Code. Adoption the 2009 versions of these model codes will be considered.

Next meeting: Friday, October 30, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon) in Conference room 3B of the Thompson Commerce Center, 201 W. Washington Ave., Madison, WI. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Larry Swaziek, larry.swaziek@wi.gov.

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  ** Uniform (1- and 2-family) Dwelling Code Council
This 18-member statutory council, appointed by the Governor, advises the Department on uniform rules for the construction of one- and two-family dwellings. These rules are currently contained in chapters Comm 20 to 25, and by statute, must be reviewed biennially.

Next meeting: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room 125, Department of Revenue Building, 2135 Rimrock Road, Madison. WI. Open to the public. For more information, contact Larry Swaziek at larry.swaziek@wisconsin.gov or 608-267-7701.

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** Uniform (1- and 2-family) Dwelling Inspection Advisory Workgroup
This 10-member advisory workgroup, appointed by the division administrator, was created to assist in establishing inspection policies and procedures relating to contract administration and enforcement of the Uniform Dwelling Code.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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  ** Wisconsin Fund Advisory Code Council
This 7-member advisory council, appointed by the division administrator, assists the division in the review and updating of chapter Comm 87, the Private Sewage System Replacement Or Rehabilitation Grant Program. As provided section 145.245, Stats., financial assistance may be available for eligible owners of residential property and small business establishments for failing category 1 and 2 POWTS located within participating governmental units.

Next meeting: No meeting scheduled

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Membership Lists

  Alteration and Change of Use Advisory Council
Joel Becker, Brookfield, Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee
Tom Clark, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Fire Inspectors Association
Steve Gleisner, Miwaukee, Milwaukee Fire Department
Bruce Johnson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Builders Association
Jennie L. Macaluso-Ruditys, Milwaukee, Building Owners and Managers Association
Paul Menches, Onalaska, Wisconsin State Fire Chiefs Association
Charles Quagliana, Madison, American Institute of Architects
Chris Rute, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee
Jim Sewell, Madison, Wisconsin Historical Society
Harry Sulzer, Madison, City of Madison
David Vos, Madison, Developer of Historic Properties

  Amusement Ride Code Advisory Council
William Anderson, Wisconsin Dells, Extreme World
Larry Gonzales, Milwaukee, Iron Workers Local 8
Robert Johnson, Winter Park, Florida, Outdor Amusement Business Association
Darrell Klompmaker, Marshall, Little Amerricka
David Larkee, Waupaca, Tip Top Shows
Harry Nienaber, Marshfield, Wisconsin Association of Fairs
Alan Ogilvie, Middleton, Capitol Insurance Companies
Charles Waterman, Oshkosh, Calkins Midways Inc.
Kristina Westergaard, Green Bay, Bay Beach Amusement Park

  Automatic Fire Sprinkler Contractor and Journeymen Council
Jeff Bateman, Slinger, Licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Dan Driebel, New London, Licensed Journeyman Fire Sprinkler Fitters
Greg Hintz, Neenah, Licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Chris Schoenbeck, Milwaukee, Licensed Journeyman Fire Sprinkler Fitters
James Smith, Madison, Department of Commerce

  Boiler Code Advisory Council
William Andrae, Milwaukee, Boiler and Pressure Vessel Repairers Association
Joe Bena, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Manaufacturers and Commerce
Peter Burno, Stoughton, Wisconsin Historical Steam Engine Assoc
Jay Ehrfurth, Madison, Wisconsin Dept of Administration
Daniel Hegyi, Schaumburg, IL, American Insurance Association
Matt Keenan, Cushing, Wisconsin Boiler Inspectors Association
Paul Prill, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Pipe Trades Association
Randy Pucek, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee
Doug Smithback, Madison, Mechanical Contractors of Wisconsin
vacant, Wisconsin Utilities Association

  Comm 14 Code Advisory Committee
Greg Cleveland, Marshfield, Wisconsin State Fire Chiefs Association
Ken Cole, Madison, Wisconsin Association of School Boards
Marty King, West Allis, Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin
Dave Lind, Glendale, Wisconsin Fire Inspectors Association
John Periard, Milwaukee, Building Owners and Managers Association
Jim Stormer, Pickerl, Wisconsin Sate Fire Fighter's Association

  Commercial Building Code Council
Norman Arendt, Madison, Engineers
Janet Harter, Eau Claire, Fire Chiefs Assoc.
Curt Hastings, Madison, Building Contractors
Joe Jameson, Middleton, Municipalities/Building Inspectors
Joseph Jurkiewicz, Milwaukee, Architects
David Keller, Madison, Building Owners
Steve Klessig, Kaukauna, Builders and Contractors
Dennis Krutz, Milwaukee, Insurance Organizations
David Lind, Glendale, Fire Inspectors Assoc.
William Napier, Madison, State Facilities
Bill Pennoyer, Milwaukee, Building Contractors
Stan Ramaker, Fond du Lac, Builders and Contractors
Ed Ruckriegel, Madison, Madison Fire Department
Gary Ruhl, Appleton, Tradesworkers and Craftsworkers
Chris Rute, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee
Michael Shoys, Madison, Building Owners
Russ Spahn, Greenfield, Fire Chiefs Assoc.

  Commercial Buildings General Task Group
Norman Arendt, Madison, Engineers
Curt Hastings, Madison, Building Contractors
Joesph Jurkiewicz, Milwaukee, Architects
James Klett, Whitefish Bay, Architects/Engineers/Developers
Bill Pennoyer, Milwaukee, Building Contractors
Richard Paur, Milwaukee, Building Inspectors
Ed Ruckriegel, Madison, Madison Fire Department
Mark Scott, Pewaukee, Labor

Commercial Buildings Fire Protection Systems Council
Brandon Bartow, Manitowoc, Bartow Builders
Tom Binish, Green Bay, A&A Fire and Security
Thomas Clark, Pleasant Prairie, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue Dept.
John Crook, Fitchburg, City of Fitchburg
Chris LaShorne, LaCrosse, Architects

Commercial Buildings Fire Safety Council
Peter Braun, Wauwatosa, Wall-tech Inc.
Thomas Clark, Pleasant Prairie, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue Dept.
John Eagon, Oregon, American Institute of Architects, Wisconsin Society
Michael Gardner, Washington D.C., Gypsum Association
Jeff Leckwee, Madison, Bricklayers Local 13
Richard Licht, New Richmond, International Firestop Council
David Lind, Bayside, Wisconsin Fire Inspectors Assoc.
Kerry Vondross, Waukesha, County Materials Corp.
David Wheaton, Wauwatosa, City of Wauwatosa
Patrick Winger, Hazelhurst, Winger Concrete Products

  Contractor Certification Advisory Code Council
Craig Rakowski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Builders Assoc.
Jay Statz, Middleton, National Association of Remodeling Contractors
Joseph Welch, Pewaukee, Wisconsin State Council of Carpenters

  Conveyance Safety Code Council
Andrew Zielke, Madison, Manufacturer of Elevators
Vacant, Elevator Servicing Business
Paul Rosenberg, Mequon, Architectural Design or Elevator Consulting Profession
Kelvin Nord, New Berlin, Labor
Calvin King, Onalaska, City, Village, Town or County
George Semenak, Green Bay, Owner or Manager of a Building
Jesse Kaysen, Madison, Public
Kevin Kraemer, Plain, Building Contractor
Larry Swaziek, Madison (Safety and Buildings Division), Designee of Secty Dept. of Commerce
Dan Menguin, Madison (Safety and Buildings Division), Designated by Secty Dept. of Commerce, familiar with commercial building inspections

  Electrical Code Advisory Council
Kevin Brenner, Oshkosh, International Association of Electrical Inspectors - Wisconsin Chapter
Shannon Clark, Richland Center, Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association
Mark Cook, Madison, Wisconsin Public Service Commission
Brad Gruenewald, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Utilities Associations
David Hansen, Madison, Wisconsin Dept of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
David Helgeson, Baldwin, Wisconsin Electrical Trades Council
Ron Janikowski, Wausau, International Association of Electrical Inspectors - Wisconsin Chapter
Charles Johansen, Hayward, Wisconsin Builders Association
Jeff Knudtson, Madison, National Electrical Contractors Association - WI Chapter
Richard Lynes, Janesville, Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin
Tim O'Rorke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Healthcare Engineering Association
Leo Sokolik, Janesville, WI AFL-CIO
David Washebek, Brookfield, National Electrical Contractors Association - Milwaukee Chapter

  Gas Systems Code Council
Ed Aldridge, Bloomington IL, Growmark
Bruce Barganz, Jefferson, Wisconsin Fertilizer and Chemical Association
Tim Clay, Madison, Wisconsin Federation of Cooperatives
David A. Duey, Milton, ANGI International
Kingsley H. Forbes, Wausau, National Propane Gas Association
Art Herschberger, Ripon, Wisconsin Propane Gas Association
Gary Puljas, Altoona, Wisconsin Fire Inspectors Association
Gene Reece, Appleton, Wisconsin State Fire Chiefs Association
Timothy J. Temperly, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee
John Wehmeier, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Utilities Association
Bob Willder, Madison, Wisconsin Agri-Service Association

  Historic Building Code Council
Bruce Johnson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Builders Association
Steve Gleisner, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee Fire Department
Charles J. Quagliana, Madison, American Institute of Architects - Wisconsin Society
Chris Rute, Milwaukee, Historic Preservation Commission
Jim Sewell, Madison, Interested Party
Harry A. Sulzer, Madison, Interested Party
David G. Vos, Madison, Interested Party

 
Steve Andreske, Dorchester, Maunfacturer
Dan Curran, Superior, Inspector
John Geise, Lancaster, Manufacturer
Bart Huntington, Bonduel, Manufactured Home Dealer
Ross Kinzler, Madison, Manufactured Housing Industry Assoc.
Bob Kluwin, Hartland, Manufactured Housing Industry Supplier
Harry Kreuser, Milwaukee, Labor
Ron Middleton, Bonduel, Manufactured Home Community Owners
Jim Reitzner, Milwaukee, Manufactured Home Community Owners
Al Rhinerson, Oxford, Manufactured Home Installers
Al Schwoerer, Eau Claire, Manufactured Home Installers
Mark Theide, Chippewa Falls, Maufactured Home Dealers
Kristen Zehner, Marshall, Public

  Mechanical Refrigeration Code Council
Ralph Boldt, PMC of Milwaukee and Southeast Wisconsin
Brady Farrell, Mechanical Contractors Association of Wisconsin
Kevin LaMere, Wisconsin State AFL-CIO
Randy Pucek, City of Milwaukee
Douglas Reindl, UW-Madison
Steven Walter, Vilter Manufacturing
Jack Williams, Central Storage and Warehouse Company

  Multifamily Dwelling Code Council
Kraig Bielfeld, Ixonia, Fire Service
Jeffery Brohmer, La Crosse, Fire Service
Emory Budzinski, Mosinee, Manufacturer/Supplier Wood Products
Beth Gonnering, Kenosha, Building Contractors/Developers
Edward Gray, Kenosha, Labor
Greta Hansen, Edgerton, Public
James Klett, Whitefish Bay, Architects/Engineers/Developers
Michael Morey, Madison, Building Contractors/Developers
Dave Nitz, Berlin, Building Inspectors
Richard Paur, Milwaukee, Building inspectors
Nicholas Rivecca, Hartland, Manufacturer/Supplier Concrete
Mark Scott, Pewaukee, Labor
Korrine Schneider, Milwaukee, Public
Kevin Wippurfurth, McFarland, Drywall Distributors

  Plumbers Council
Dave Jones, Madison, Master Plumbers
Scott Hamilton, Milwaukee, Journeyman Plumbers
Lynita Docken, Onalaska, Safety and Buildings Division

  Plumbing Advisory Code Council
Art Biesek, Reedsburg, League of Wisconsin Municipalities
Thomas Boehnen, Madison, American Society of Plumbing Engineers
Patrick Casey, Milwaukee, Plumbers' Local 75
Hallet Jenkins, Milwaukee, Milwaukee City Dept. of Neighborhood Service
Gary Kowalke, Baraboo, Wisconsin Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors
Jeff Kuhn, Brookfield, Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of SE Wisconsin
Rudolf Petrowitsch, Menomonee Falls, American Society of Sanitary Engineering
Gene Shumann, LaCrosse, Designer
David Viola, Schaumburg, IL, Plumbing Manufacturers Institute
Joseph Zoulek, Butler, Wisconsin Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors

  Plumbing Advisory Code Council - Stormwater Workgroup
Mazen M. Amer, Milwaukee, City Engineering
Tom C. Cottreau, Milwaukee, City plumbing
Willie Gonwa, Milwaukee, Engineer
Dan Jensen, Portage, Contractor/Installer/Designer
Mary Anne Lowndes, Madison, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Bob Netzler, Manitowoc, City Plumbing Inspection
Robert Pups, Greenfield, City Plumbing Inspection
Gene Shumann, LaCrosse, Plumbing Designer
James R. Wolf, Madison, City Plumbing Inspection

  Pool Advisory Code Council
Dave Baker, Wisconsin Dells, Pool Operators
Tom Carrico, Olewein, Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association
Charles Neuman, Beaver Dam, World Water Park Association
Melanie Novinski, DePere, Wisconsin Innkeepers Association
Sean O'Connor, Prairie du Sac, Pool Designer
William Rollins, Sheboygan, Pool Designer
Jim Scwingle, Sauk City, Pool Designer
Peter Simon, Beaver Dam, Pool Engineer
Doug Voegeli, Madison, Wisconsin Environmental Health Association
Jack Waterman, Wisconsin Dells

  POWTS Advisory Code Council
James Converse, Madison, UW Madison - Biological Systems Engineering
Steven Crosby, Waunakee, Wisconsin Builders Association
Dale Dimond, Wausau, Marathon County Zoning
Patrick Essie, Madison, Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association
Thomas Gilbert, Madison, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Don Murphy, Eagle, Wisconsin Liquid Waste Carrier Association
Michael O'Connel, Mount Horeb, Wisconsin Association of Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Contractors
Chris Olson, Door County Sanitarian Office
Sue Schambureck, Reedsville, Wisconsin Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
Todd Stair, Delafield, Wisconsin Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
E Jerry Tyler, Madison, UW Madison - Biological Systems Engineering

  POWTS Technical Advisory Committee
Rick Apfel, Madison, Wisconsin Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
Morris Beaton, Chicago, federal Environmental Protection Agency
James Converse, UW-Madison
Thomas Gilbert, Madison, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Dave Jones, Madison, Wis Assoc Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors
Steve Olson, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association
Lara Pagel, Waupaca County Zoning Office

  Public Safety Advisory Council
Ken M. Blomberg, Plover, Wisconsin Rural Water Association
Jose Bucio, Milwaukee, Wisconsin State AFL-CIO
Vance Forrest, Brookfield, Wisconsin Counties Association
Boyd A. Garey, Madison, Wisconsin Dept of Administration State Risk Management
David Hanneman, Schofield, Wisconsin Education Association Council
Ron Kent, Madison, AFSCME - Wisconsin
Dave Kodel, Brookfield, Wisconsin Alliance of Cities
James Kropp, Madison, Wisconsin Dept of Administration Facilities Development
Don Lythjohan, Madison, Madison Metro Sewerage District
Thomas Rowe, Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee Dept. of Public Works
Richard J. Stadelman, Shawano, Wisconsin Towns Association
Ernest Stracener, Madison, UW System Environmental Health and Safety
Dennis G. Tweedale, Madison, League of Wisconsin Municipalities

  Rental Unit Energy Efficiency Council
Rob Jens, Madison, Apartment Assoc. of South Central Wisconsin (Property Owner)
Tom McKenna, Madison, Wisconsin Realtors Assoc. (Realtor)
Kent Schwanker, Ripon, Wisconsin Assoc. Home Inspectors (Inspector)

  Structural Commercial Building Code Advisory Council
Steven Cramer, Madison, UW Madison Dept of Civil and Environmental Engineering
David Hyzer, Madison, American Institute of Architects - Wisconsin
Tim Luttrell, Madison, Wisiconsin Dept of Administration
Michael Oliva, Madison, UW Madison Dept of Civil and Environmental Engineering
John Rave, Wauwatosa, Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin
Robert Schumacher, Milwaukee, American Society of Civil Engineers
Alan Wagner, Milwaukee, American Society of Civil Engineers
Michael West, Milwaukee, American Society of Civil Engineers

  Uniform Dwelling Code Council
Dennis Bauer, Mc Farland, Remodeling Contractors
Jeffrey Bechard, Eau Claire, Labor
David Dolan-Wallace, Green Bay, Architect
Thomas Doleschy, Muskego, Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
Dan Gorski, Madison, Contractor
Robert Jakel, Kaukauna, Public
Brian Juarez, Fort Atkinson, Inspector
Steve Levine, Madison, Public
Frank Opatik, Wausau, Housing Manufacturer
Tom Palecek, Marshfield, Housing Manufacturer
Robert Premo, Hartland, Inspector
Gary Ruhl, Oshkosh, Labor
Mary Schroeder, Brookfield, Contractor
Kathleen Stadtherr, Green Bay, Inspector
William Turner, Hayward, Supplier
John Vande Castle, Fond du Lac, Supplier
Mike Wallace, Hudson, Inspector

  Uniform Dwelling Code Inspection Workgroup
Tom Martin, Sussex, SEWBIA
Lester Jonson, Monroe, SWWBIA
Jack Van Der Weele, Sheboygan, NEWBIA
Wallace Habhegger, New Richmond, NWWBIA
Darin Pagel, Merril, UDC Inspector
Tom DeLacy, Waukesha, UDC Inspection Agnecy
Arthur Bisek, Reedsburg, UDC Inspector
Mark Jankowski, Portage, UDC Inspector
Devin Rains, Mount Horeb, Wisconsin Builders Association
Dan Schneider, Kiel, Wisconsin Builders Association

  Wisconsin Fund Advisory Code Council
Roger Plesha, La Crosse, Wisconsin Counties Association
Todd Stair, Delafield, Wisconsin Builders Association
Harry Butler, Waukesha, Wisconsin Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
Tom Larson, Madison, Wisconsin Realtors Association
Ruth Fitzgerald, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Liquid Waste Carrier Association
Ted Rohloff, Chilton, Wisconsin County Code Administrators' Association
Lesly Roll, Appleton, Wisconsin County Code Administrators' Association
Steve Olson, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin Precast Concrete Association
Dave Jones, Madison, Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Contractors of Wisconsin

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