Blue Springs, Missouri, located nineteen miles east of downtown Kansas City, has a population of 52,575. Blue Springs has abundant recreation opportunities with 22 city parks, including Flemming Park which is home to Blue Springs Lake and Lake Jacomo. The school districts of Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit, and Grain Valley all serve the city of Blue Springs. The Blue Springs School District which serves most of the residents, has received a perfect score on the Annual Performance Report for twelve years in a row. The Blue Springs School District is one of only seven school districts in this state to have that many consecutive years of Distinction.
The City of Blue Springs proudly commends Jake Farrell on his outstanding achievement in attaining the Master Code Professional designation from the International Code Council. This prestigious accolade, recognized as the zenith of Code Council certifications, stands as the ultimate benchmark for showcasing expertise in the code profession. Jake Farrell now joins an exclusive global cadre of Master Code Professionals whose accomplishments continue to enrich the field of code enforcement and benefit their communities.Mike Mallon, Director of Community Development, expressed, "Jake's attainment of the esteemed Master Code Professional designation not only propels his career but also contributes significantly to the City of Blue Springs' mission of fostering a vibrant, sustainable community, enhancing the quality of life for our residents and visitors alike. Jake's expertise, dedication, and leadership will be invaluable to our Codes Administration division."To secure the Code Council MCP designation, candidates must successfully pass ten core ICC exams and various elective Code Council exams. Typically, Master Code Professionals hold 17 or more Code Council certifications. To maintain their active status, certified individuals must complete 60 hours of Continuing Education Units every three years.Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer of the Code Council, remarked, "The Master Code Professional certification represents the pinnacle of all ICC certifications, symbolizing an extraordinary level of dedication, knowledge, and commitment. It elevates the individual who attains it and enhances the entire code official profession."Learn more about the Codes Administration division at bluespringsgov.com.