NORWICH – At a recent meeting of the City of Norwich Common Council, Mayor Joseph Maiurano signed a proclamation declaring the week of May 6-12 “Building Safety Week.”

“Through the continuing attention to building safer for everyday life and in times of disaster, we enjoy the comfort and peace of mind of structures that are safe and sound,” the proclamation reads.

Building safety week was first observed in 1980. Sponsored by the International Code Council Foundation, building safety week promotes the use, enforcement and understanding of building and fire codes in everyday life.