How to Properly Display the American Flag DATE: June 27, 2017 This infographic from USAGov,

How to Properly Display the American Flag

DATE: June 27, 2017

This Fourth of July all across the country, people will show their love for America by displaying flags along streets, hanging them from porches, and proudly carrying them in parades and festivals. Old Glory will be everywhere. But did you know there are official rules on properly displaying the U.S. flag? This infographic from USAGov, based on the Federal Flag Code, can help you show respect for the flag as you celebrate America’s 241st birthday:

• When: You can display the flag outside from sunrise to sunset. If you want to fly it after dark, it will need to be lit. Don’t fly the flag during inclement weather, unless it’s an all-weather flag.
• On the porch: The union of the flag--the blue section with white stars--should be placed at the peak of the staff unless the flag is at half-staff. When the flag is suspended from a rope on a pole extending from a house, the flag should be hoisted out, union first, from the building.
• On the wall or the window: When the flag is displayed on a flat surface like a wall, the union should be at the top left.
• On the street: The flag should be suspended vertically with the union to the north in an east and west street or to the east in a north and south street. The flag should never touch anything beneath it, so make sure it’s hoisted at the proper height.
• At the office: Suspend the flag vertically with the union to the observer’s left upon entering. If the building has more than one main entrance, the flag should be suspended vertically near the center of the corridor or lobby with the union to the north when entrances are to the east and west, or to the east when entrances are to the north and south. If there are entrances in more than two directions, the union should be to the east.
• On a vehicle: The staff should be fixed firmly on the right side of the vehicle. Do not drape the flag over the hood, top, sides, or back of a vehicle or a boat.
• Half-staff: During periods of mourning, it’s common to see the flag flying at half-staff. Only presidents can proclaim such periods for a national remembrance (PDF, Download Adobe Reader). Governors can also declare mourning periods at a local level. In some cases, heads of federal agencies can order the flag flown at half-staff on grounds under their supervision. Traditionally, states and local governments follow the president’s proclamation during a period of national mourning.

Take care of your flag. Many dry cleaners will clean U.S. flags for free during the months of June and July. Store your flag in a well-ventilated area. If it gets wet, make sure it’s completely dry before storing it. If the flag is damaged or worn out, it should be burned and disposed of with dignity. Learn more about the flag, its history, protocol, and ways to pay your respects, including the proper way to fold it.

This Independence Day, show us your patriotism by proudly displaying the old Red, White, and Blue while celebrating the nation’s 241st birthday. And share your pictures on USAGov’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram of you and your family celebrating with Old Glory. We’ll feature our favorites.

Development Insight June 2017

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Partnering with our community to build and maintain a safer San Antonio  |  June 2017 In This Issue New 2018 Building Codes are Coming Soon Meet the Customer Advocate Team Training Available - Code Compliance for Fire Rated Duct SABCA Summer Sessions Sizzle Information Bulletins, Online Resources Performance Measures Save the Date - SARA hosting Stormwater Conference Department News Quick Links Development Services Employee Directory Performance Measures Resident Responsibilities Code Connection Newsletter Development Services Department Mike Shannon, PE, CBO Director 210.207.8259 Email Development  &  Business Services Center Main Address: 1901 S. Alamo San Antonio, TX 78204 Office Hours:  7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Mailing Address: PO Box 839966 San Antonio, TX 78283 DSD will be closed in observance of 4th of July on Tuesday, July 4. New 2018 Building Codes Are Coming Soon The International Code Council (ICC) recently announced the new 2018 International Building Codes and book references will be available in September. Like previous I-code adoptions, Development Services will work with our community partners to update the City's building-related, fire and property maintenance codes this year to ensure implementation spring 2018.  The following codes and amendments will go through the DSD adoption process:    2018 International Building Code, IBC  2018 International Existing Building Code, IEBC  2018 International Residential Code, IRC  2018 International Fire Code, IFC  2018 International Mechanical Code, IMC  2018 International Plumbing Code, IPC  2018 International Fuel Gas Code, IFGC  2018 International Energy Conservation Code, IECC  2017 National Electrical Code, NEC  2018 International Property Maintenance Code, IPMC  2018 Chapter 10, Building-Related Codes 2018 Chapter 11, International Fire Code with local amendments 2018 San Antonio Property Maintenance Code The adoption process includes public hearings and meetings with development and neighborhood stakeholder groups, and the Building-related and Fire Codes Appeals and Advisory Board (Construction Board) and Building Standards Board (BSB) code review subcommittees, ensuring community input. Upon completing the reviews, proposed amendments will be submitted to the Construction Board and BSB for their vote. Once approved, next steps include sharing the proposed changes with various City commissions and committees, and submitting the RFCA for all amended codes to City Council for adoption by late 2017 or early 2018. Note that the 2017 NEC is now available. In line with the adoption process, DSD has started meeting with the Electrical Code Review Committee and the Construction Board to gather requirements and identify amended codes, preparing for a seamless implementation. DSD will keep you informed on the 2018 I-code adoption as more information becomes available.  Meet the Customer Advocate Team At Development Services, the Customer Advocate Team (CAT) is part of the Plan Review Division and is comprised of three sections: the Call Center, Meet and Greet, and the Permit Counter. All three teams are dedicated to making sure our customers get the right information, in a timely manner, and walk away satisfied with the service they received.    Responsible for a wide array of services, CAT works closely with most sections within DSD, including the Zoning, Fire, Inspections, Plan Review, Platting, and Addressing teams. Call Center Team The Call Center has a team of representatives available to answer your permit, inspection, and overall development questions. On any given day, the call center takes more than 600 calls and maintains a call abandonment rate of less than 3%. The Meet and Greet is similar to a traffic control center. They are constantly directing customer flow, from immediate entrance at the One Stop to their required destination. Full of smiling faces and great attitudes, this team ensures you get to the place you need to go for resolution. Permit Counter and Meet & Greet Team The Permit Counter's primary responsibility is to help homeowners and licensed contractors attain their applicable permits. Every day, the counter serves approximately 200 customers with transactions ranging from License Registrations to Certificates of Occupancy. This dedicated group will help you with your project from start to finish. The Customer Advocate Team is committed to serving the community as a top performing DSD workgroup. It is our goal to provide positive customer experiences, quick turnaround times, consistent delivery of services, and the highest-level of professionalism. Free Training - Code Compliance for Fire Rated Duct The Code Compliance for Fire Rated Duct -Symmetry and Continuity Compliance (3 PDHs) training is scheduled for June 29, 2017 at 8 a.m.  The three-hour course will take place at the Development Services Department, 1901 S. Alamo, 78204, in the Board Room on the first floor. Joseph Hauf, Vice President Engineering Services, ConQuest Firespray, will train the class. Participants will learn the basics for proper application of fire-resistive rated duct and enclosure assemblies for compliance with the "symmetry testing" and "continuity" requirements of the IBC. Please register for the class to ensure your name is on the attendance list. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Charlotte Barrett at charlotte.barrett@sanantonio.gov. SABCA Summer Sessions Sizzled With close to 200 attendees over the two-day training period, the Summer 2017 San Antonio Building Codes Academy (SABCA) was once again a success. DSD staff hosted the two training sessions on May 24 and June 20 at the Urban Ecology Center, Gathering Hall at Hardberger Park from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The all-day sessions focused on the 2015 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), and offered a basis for the correct use and application of the code.   This year's session had customers from several surrounding cities and various school districts, along with DSD and other city department staff. The instructors who led the IEBC course had a combined total of more than 70 years of construction and inspection experience, proving to be extremely beneficial for all training participants. SABCA is a South/Central Texas regional training academy, sponsored by the City of San Antonio's Development Services Department, and was established with the goal of bringing high-quality educators and necessary building-related codes training to code officials, design professionals, builders, tradesmen and building owners and managers.  Online Resources The latest  Information Bulletins (IB) are provided below:  IB 100 Review Certification of One and Two-Family Dwellings, posted 5/17  Plan Review optional certifications by an architect or engineer are:  Certification of IRC Compliance (excluding any structural)  Certification for Foundation and Structural Framing (including any tall walls or lintels, but excluding wall bracing)  Certification of Braced Wall Design  Certification of Energy Conservation Design   Inspection optional certifications include:  Foundation, Framing, Wall Bracing, Energy Conservation, Fire Blocking / Draft Stopping, Notching and Boring / Life Safety Plan. For options not chosen, the City will perform Plan Review and/or Inspections as appropriate.  Plan Review will continue to review for platting,  zoning, and tree preservation for residential applications. For a complete list of resources, visit the following sites:     Information Bulletins  Code Interpretations  Rule Interpretations  Performance Measures - FY 2017 The complete Performance Measures report is available online. Permit Activity 2017 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference hosted by SARA For additional conference information, please click on the image or visit the Texas A&M University Kingsville website. Other Department News - Customer Comments, New Hires, Recognition and more Here's what you said about us... Arturo Elizondo, Sr. Sign Inspector, Field Services  I have been to offices in many other cities with questions and applications for permits. Either they didn't really know the answers or it seamed as if they were trying to help me not obtain a permit. You have the best Development Services Department I have been to. Andrew Espinoza, Development Services Manager, Plan Review Mr. Espinoza's knowledge and helpfulness with answering my questions regarding the City permitting process for my unusual situation compelled me to write a few words of praise. At 5 p.m. on a Friday, Andrew not only answered my questions in a kind, unhurried manner, but went well beyond the call of duty by pulling up GIS overlay maps and making additional helpful suggestions. If all of your staff is like Andrew, you have one heck of a great organization! Elwerd Weiderhold, Training Officer, Engineering and Tree Preservation, Land Development Mr. Weiderhold was very prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable. Mr. Weiderhold also went above and beyond in clarifying what was required for our various approach/sidewalk/ramp deficiencies. Now we can move forward with repairs without undue cost caused by our misunderstanding of COSA requirements. Mohammed Mohammed, Plans Examiner II, Plan Review Mohammed was very prompt in responding to emails and phone calls during the permitting process and was more than happy to answer and resolve denial comments. Great customer service. Rene Campos, Code Enforcement Officer, Field Services Inspector Campos was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and very helpful. Valerie Huerta, Planner, Addressing, Land Development Ms. Huerta was outstanding in her customer service. She exhibited the utmost professionalism as she guided me through the suite assignment process. Certifications Congratulations to our DSD employees who received the following certifications:  New Hires Promotions Job Opportunities Development Services is recruiting for the following positions.  To learn more, or apply online, visit the DSD jobs at the City of San Antonio Career Center.   Stay Connected          For comments or suggestions regarding the Development Insight Newsletter,  contact Kathy Quinones Copyright © 2017. 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