Submitted By: Building Services Director, Matt Leibfried
Department: Growth Management
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Building Officials Association of Florida selected Mike Brown, Ocala Chief Building Inspector, as the 2025 Building Inspector of the Year
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Mike Brown, Chief Building Inspector, was selected as the 2025 Building Inspector of the Year by the Building Officials Association of Florida (BOAF). Mike was formally recognized at the BOAF Annual Awards Program as part of the annual Conference and Expo on Monday, June 2. The conference was attended by more than 650 professionals and represents a statewide membership of over 3,100 individuals, including building officials, inspectors, plans examiners, and other industry professionals. The annual awards honor professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication, innovation, and leadership in the field of building safety. Mike’s selection reflects the commitment he brings to work every day to keep our community safe and to support the standards we hold as a city. This recognition of Mike’s work is well deserved and highlights the caliber of talent we have in our Building Services team.