The City of Cedar Rapids
   Building Services Department–
   Code Enforcement Divisionhas proudly achieved agency accreditation from the American Association of Code Enforcement ( AACE ) , making it only the ninth such top - tier agency in the nation to attain the distinction .
   The Code Enforcement division met and exceeded 50 scoring standards in the following categories: Agency Administration , Staff and Professional Development , Enforcement and Case Management , Administrative and Legal Remedies , and Other Programs and Responsibilities — tying for the top score in the United States among accredited agencies , earning a Four - Star Accreditation .
   The City of Cedar Rapids now has an accredited Fire Department , Police Department , Parks & Recreation Department , Public Works Department , Library , and Building Services Department - Code Enforcement Division .
   “Six Departments within a municipal government to have earned accredited agency status is a rare feat , ” said Cedar Rapids City Manager Jeff Pomeranz . “Accreditation serves as a valuable resource for our Departments and the entire City in delivering the highest standard of professional and accountable services to our community . This accomplishment reflects the dedication and commitment of our skilled staff to improve the quality of life in Cedar Rapids and serve our residents . ”
   The Code Enforcement Division staff , comprised of five code enforcement officers , seven rental housing inspectors , an administrative assistant , and a code enforcement manager , began the accreditation process in early 2023 . The Division created a code enforcement policy and procedure manual , a code of ethics and code of conduct , and a field training manual to promote equitable code enforcement .   All code enforcement staff were certified by the International Code Council in the International Property Maintenance Code , which is the foundation on which the City’s Housing and Property Maintenance Code was established .
   “Accreditation attests to our Code Enforcement division ' s commitment to delivering excellent services for Cedar Rapids , ” said Kevin Ciabatti , Building Services Director for the City of Cedar Rapids . “A Four - Star rating from the American Association of Code Enforcement recognizes our staff ' s hard work and adherence to industry standards . It also reflects our ongoing efforts to safeguard the community ' s health , safety , and welfare . I am proud to work alongside such talented colleagues who contribute daily to improve our community . ”
   During the accreditation process , the City team developed 51 new policies and procedures , ranging from obtaining consent and securing a warrant , to standardization of photographic evidence , creating administrative citations , and investigation of unregistered rental properties .
   “This process demonstrated the organizational health of our City government , ” said Greg Buelow , Code Enforcement Manager for the City of Cedar Rapids . “We had outstanding support from numerous City Departments in making our successful accreditation application . Accreditation is about the process and effecting change , enhancing professionalism , and improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness . This was a significant team - building exercise and learning experience that will position the Code Enforcement Division to excel over the next several years . ”
   According to Scott Neumeyer , Chairperson of the AACE Accreditation Committee , “The accreditation application submitted by the City of Cedar Rapids was well put together and made it clear the Code Enforcement Division is a healthy organization that has demonstrated a level of accountability that should bolster public trust . ”
   Neumeyer said it was clear Cedar Rapids provided , “a solid framework of standard operating procedures and best practices to manage and support quality services not only to the citizens of Cedar Rapids , but agency staff as well . ”
   “The information provided in the accreditation submission supported the objective that the City of Cedar Rapids has implemented industry best practices . Based on your accreditation and score , AACE considers the City of Cedar Rapids to be a benchmark for other Code Compliance Divisions . We commend your department for your commitment to elevating the code enforcement profession and being a leader in our field that all code agencies should strive for!” said Neumeyer .
   The American Association of Code Enforcement ( AACE ) is a national nonprofit association representing the profession of code enforcement . Since its inception , AACE has become the premier association fostering code compliance through its certification program , education , training , and enforcement . AACE is the internationally recognized leader in the profession of code enforcement and started the agency accreditation program in 2017 .
   

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