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Jesse Cardoza wins Building Official of the Year!
When you walk into any building, your first thought is likely not “how safe is this building?” For Jesse Cardoza, though, it likely is. And if he had anything to do with the building’s safety, it is likely top- notch. Our very own Community Development Deputy Director and Chief Building Official, Jesse Cardoza (CD) , has been named the 2024-25 Building Official of the Year by the California Building Officials (CALBO). The 2024-2025 CALBO Award recognizes exceptional leadership, service, and innovation in the building safety profession. Jesse’s efforts have elevated the work done in the Community Development Department and throughout the City of Irvine. Leading several major initiatives in the past year, such as the creation of the Community Development Assistance Center, which streamlines access to services and reduced processing times; and launching Permits-DIRECT, a real-time permitting platform for solar and energy storage systems, Jesse has led the charge to earn national recognition from the Center for Digital Government. He has also modernized efforts on capital projects and ensured that codes and training are up to date for all employees. Please join in congratulating Jesse on this momentous achievement!
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