2025 OBOA Fall QBM & Installation of Postponed   2025/2026 OBOA Board of Directors  Friday, November 14 8:30 am – 2 pm @ Holiday Inn Portland South 25425 SW 95th Ave — Wilsonville, OR

We look forward to seeing our members at our upcoming OBOA Fall QBM on November 14th!  OBOA invites you to another outstanding quarterly business meeting where we will discuss many important industry updates, get the latest BCD news and updates, get the inside scoop about the upcoming 2026 Legislative Session provided by our lobbyists, and an always popular keynote and discussion with fellow code officials. We extend a special invitation to our fire code official friends for this meeting topic in particular -- let's bring building and fire together for an excellent well-rounded discussion!

QBM Keynote: NFPA 13 Significant Changes from 2019 Edition to the 2022 Edition

Presented by Greg Rogers, MS, FM, CFO MiFire, Regional Director of NFPA

This session explores the top five significant changes in NFPA 13 (2022 edition) that will be referenced by the 2024 International Building Code adopted in Oregon. Attendees will gain insight into the long-debated Single Point Density update in Section 19.2.3.1.1, which refines the basis for design curves after multiple code cycles. The program will also clarify revised guidance on design approaches (19.1.1, Annex A), friction loss adjustments for nitrogen systems (8.2.6.9), and the addition of provisions for Electrically Operated Sprinklers (15.6). Finally, it will address new obstruction criteria for ESFR sprinklers (14.2.11.3.1) and their practical impact on sprinkler system design and performance.

About our Presenter: Greg Rogers is a retired Deputy Fire Chief and current Regional Director for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). His career began in 1992 as an instructor at the Oklahoma State Fire Service Training Center and includes service as a Fire Safety Engineer with North Metro Fire Rescue in Colorado, more than 17 years with South Kitsap Fire and Rescue in Washington, and as Deputy Chief with the Spokane Valley Fire Department. He has developed and taught courses nationwide on community risk reduction (CRR), fire code, inspections, and investigations, and is internationally recognized for advancing CRR and data-driven solutions to improve decision-making and service delivery. His work has been featured in the UK and Shanghai, China. Rogers has also served in executive leadership roles including Chair of the IAFC Fire and Life Safety Section, Past Commissioner with the Center for Public Safety Excellence, and Past President of the Washington State Association of Fire Marshals. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to empowering others, building coalitions, and driving meaningful progress in fire and life safety.

11/14 Fall Quarterly Business Meeting Agenda:

• Welcome, Introductions and Announcements
• Association and Financial Reports
• Installation of 2025/2026 OBOA Board of Directors
• State of Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD) Report
• OBOA Legislative Update & 2026 Session Preview - Andy Smith, OBOA Lobbyist
• Keynote Presentation: "NFPA 13 Significant Changes from 2019 Edition to the 2022 Edition"
• OBOA Committee Reports and State Board Updates
• ICC, Chemeketa CC, PCC, OPTA, OFMA, SOICC, Eastern Oregon BOs, Region II, WPLBO, WABO, & Industry Partner Updates
• Open Forum and Q&A
• Closing Remarks and Meeting Adjourns

This meeting is for you! Bring questions, concerns, challenges, successes and everything in between to share in open discussions. OBOA always welcomes our members to bring topics of interest to discuss with fellow members at our meetings. Take advantage of this quality time to connect with fellow building safety professionals -- and all are invited to participate: building officials, plans examiners, inspectors, permit techs, and all building department staff -- your entire team will hopefully find value in networking and learning with peers, so please consider bringing staff with you. We also welcome our fire code officials and partners to join in these meaningful discussions.

Earn ICC Preferred Provider CEUs at this Meeting 

This Fall QBM is an approved course through the International Code Council Preferred Provider Program (ICC PPP) for 5 in-person hours (0.5 CEUs). A Certificate of Attendance will be emailed to participants after the meeting.

OBOA is an approved International Code Council (ICC) Preferred Provider. The Preferred Provider Program recognizes and promotes ICC-approved educational offerings as they relate to codes, standards and guidelines, as well as building construction materials, products and methods. ICC certificate holders may obtain ICC CEUs from Preferred Providers that can be applied toward the renewal requirements of ICC’s certification program. It is the intent of OBOA that all programs will offer approved CEUs through the Preferred Provider Program. An ICC CEU is a continuing education unit; each 10 clock hours of continuing education equals 1 CEU.

ICC PPP Approved | 5 In-Person Hours | 0.50 CEUs

All OBOA educational programs (trainings, QBMs, classes/sessions; all courses) are approved courses through the International Code Council (ICC) Preferred Provider Program (PPP). These hours can be applied to ICC certification renewal as continuing education credits as indicated for each class (typically between 5-6 for each but varies per program). Please check with your appropriate jurisdiction and/or institution regarding your specific continuing education credit needs. Our typical one-day seminar or institute class has 6 hours of instruction, or 0.6 CEUs. Credit is awarded for a variety of activities wherein the objective is achieving relevant professional knowledge beyond that required for initial certification. 

Meeting Location

Holiday Inn Portland South — 25425 SW 95th Ave, Wilsonville, OR 97070

Complimentary onsite parking is available in the hotel lot. There is a separate conference center entrance and parking area in the back SW corner of the hotel. Carpooling is always suggested. 

Registration Details & Fees

DEADLINE to register: Monday, November 10 – please register before this date. Fees are per person. 

• OBOA Member: $85
• Non-Member: $125
• PCC & CCC Student / Intro to Industry: $45

Fees include in-person attendance at all QBM presentations, electronic meeting materials (as provided by speakers), coffee and a continental breakfast, a hot hosted lunch buffet and refreshments, networking with OBOA members and colleagues, opportunities to pose questions and engage with our expert presenters, and continuing education units (CEUs)/credit through the International Code Council Preferred Provider Program (ICC PPP). 

Registration and coffee with pastries will be available beginning at 8:30 am. Please advise of any dietary restrictions upon registration. There is complimentary onsite parking though carpooling is always encouraged. 

Through a partnership with Oregon Fire Marshals Association (OFMA), we proudly offer OFMA members the discounted OBOA member rate.

Interested in sponsoring one of the OBOA QBMs? Let's talk! Call Vicky Danielson at OBOA at 503.691.6262 for details on opportunities.

We look forward to seeing our members on November 14th in Wilsonville!