Date:
November 5, 2026
8:30AM – 4:30PM
Location:
MAAC Foundation
4203 Montdale Park Drive,
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Registration: To ensure we have sufficient space for what we expect will be a large turnout, please register by October 30th, 2026.
Recommended For: Fire Department Personnel, City Officials, Communication Center Officials, and Water Utility Officials
You have had your ISO evaluation completed and have the results. Now what? This course will take an in depth look at the grading schedule. If you are looking to improve your PPC score or prepare for an evaluation, this class will help you identify what is needed for that to happen.
The course is taught by Randy Downs, region manager for Verisk/ISO Irene Tiscareno, local field representative.
This course will be a great opportunity to understand how to improve the score for your community, gain a better
understanding of the ISO process and receive the newest updates from ISO.
Seats are limited to 50 so register today!
For Registration Questions: Ward Barnett, [email protected], 219-510-9111
Cost to attend: Free
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