9:15 am
Margaret Arraiz - Code Compliance Manager
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
Isaac Saucedo - Code Enforcement Officer
Vince Alesi - Code Enforcement Officer
Charlene Adair - Volunteer
| 18-2575 PK PAID |
Jaycee Park | PV Holding Corp #2422 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: PV Holding Corp |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2422 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked Improperly |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2580 PK PAID |
Jaycee Park | Moreno, Manuel #2425 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Manuel Moreno |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2425 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in Trailer Spot |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2560 PK PAID |
Marina Way & Melody Lane |
Six B Corp DBA Charlie’s Towing #6462 PK |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 13, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Six B Corp DBA Charlie’s Towing |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6462PK | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked Opposite Traffic Flow |
$50.00 /1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2691 PK PAID |
210A N 2nd St |
Walker, Charlene E #6493 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 26,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Charlene E Walker |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6493 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2746 PK PAID |
S/S Atlantic Ave E/of IRD |
Kirschner, Jonathan Jay #6306 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 31, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Jonathan Jay Kirschner |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6306 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2618 PK PAID |
Orange Ave Lot |
Skiff, Kayla Marie #6474 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 17,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Kayla Marie Skiff |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6474 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2749 PK PAID |
Opposite 20 Orange Ave |
Vinyard, Caroline Tiffany #6309 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 31,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Caroline Tiffany Vinyard |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6309 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2717 PK PAID |
City Marina N Pier IRD |
Cox, Glyvona Rose #6500 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 30, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Glyvona Rose Cox |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6500 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Restricted Pkg. Permit Required |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2773 PK PAID |
Orange Ave Lot/IRD&Orange Ave |
Macwatters, Shaun Christopher #6321 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 6, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Shaun Christopher Macwatters Adela Ann Rivas |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6321 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2780 PK DISMISSED |
Opposite 117 Atlantic Ave |
Krott, Laura #6328 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated:| November 8, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Laura Krott |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6328 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 hour parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 18-2731 CE COMPLIED |
507 N 21st ST | Hill, Jessie Dickerson, Herbert & Mcgill, Ruby |
Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 30, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Jessie Hill, Herbert Dickerson & Ruby Mcgill 108 N 39th St Fort Pierce, Fl 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
| 18-2687 CE cont 30 days |
516 Means Court | Elbethel Community Development Center Inc | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 26, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Elbethel Community Development Center Inc 2221 N 53rd St Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Clarence Ingram 2221 N 53rd St Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
| TENANT: Tenant 516 Means Ct A Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
TENANT: Tenant 516 Means Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
Section 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
IPMC 304.1 - Exterior Structure - General
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
| 18-2871 CE COMPLIED |
908 Avenue B | Camille, Pierre | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 28, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Pierre Camille 110 N 11th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Lindsay Martin 908 Avenue B Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| VEHICLE OWNER (REQUESTOR OF HEARING): Michael Pryce |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) - Non - Operable Vehicles
| 18-2006 CE COMPLIED |
1907 S 8th St | Alouption, Emilie M | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | February 27, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Emilie M Alouption 1907 S 8th St. Fort Pierce, Fl 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) – Non-Operable Vehicles
| 18-2868 AL - COMPLIED |
3101 N 27th St | New Destiny Family Worship Center | Cynthia Ricker |
| Case Initiated: | May 17, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Alarm Appeal |
| APPELLATE: New Destiny Family Worship Center 1301 N 27th St Fort Pierce, FL 34954 |
| Date of Alarm | Code Section | Bldg. Type | False Alarm # | Total Due |
| 10/9/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 0 | 0 |
| 10/11/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 1 | $100.00 |
| 10/21/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 2 | $200.00 |
| 11/11/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 3 | $400.00 |
| 11/29/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 4 | $500.00 |
| 6/6/2018 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 5 | $500.00 |
| Total False Alarm Fines | 6 | $1,700.00 |
| 18-2574 PK |
Jaycee Park | Corral, Joseph #2421 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Joseph Corral |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2421 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in No Parking Zone |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2585 PK |
Jaycee Park | Bush, Hannahemma Nichole #2429 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Hannahemma Nichole Bush |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2429 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in Trailer Space |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2586 PK |
So Causeway Park | Drury III, James Harper #2431 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: James Harper Drury III |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2431 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked Improperly |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2572 PK |
Jaycee Park | Peacock, Jowana Marie #2430 |
#4919 G Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | October 14, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Jowana Marie Peacock |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2430 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in Trailer Space |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2561 PK |
5100 Okeechobee RD |
Millen, Reynald #6463 PK |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 13, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Reynald Millien |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6463PK | 10-23(Q) Parking Regulation Parked in Handicap Space |
$250.00 /1 | $250 | $10.00 | $18.00 | 278.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $250.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $278.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2562 PK |
Marina Way & IRD |
Greenwood, Victoria Lynne #6464 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 13, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Victoria Lynne Greenwood |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6464PK | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked on Grass |
$50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2651 PK |
City Marina, N Pier. IRD |
Mandra, Sallyann #6480PK |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 20,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Sallyann Mandra |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6480 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Restricted Parking, Permit Required. |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2615 Parking |
Orange Ave Lot/behind 2nd St Bistro |
Johnson Mirmiran & Thompson Inc. #6472 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 17,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Johnson Mirmiran & Thompson Inc. |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6472 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2617 PK |
Orange Ave Lot/behind 2nd St Bistro | Weiner,Samantha Dawn |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | October 17,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: Samantha Dawn Weiner |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6473 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2757 PK |
City Marina N Pier IRD |
Candee, David Beach #6313 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 3, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: David Beach Candee |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6313 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Restricted Pkg. Permit Required |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2770 PK |
Orange Ave Lot/IRD&Orange Ave |
Bu-Shea Jr, David Brian #6320 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 6, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation PK |
| VIOLATOR: David Brian Bu-Shea Jr. |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6320 | 10-23 Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
$50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 18-2726 CE |
435 N 20th St | Better Real Estate Solutions LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 30, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Better Real Estate Solutions LLC 303 E Woolbright Rd # 251 Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Spiro Cardaris 303 E Woolbright Road Suite 251 Boynton Beach, FL 33435 |
OCCUPIED BY: Tenant #A 435 N 20th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 Tenant #B 435 N 20th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.1 Exterior structure – General
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Spiro Cardaris was sworn in for testimony. He said he tried to work with the tenants but had to evict them. The trash has been removed and it is just a matter of getting help to take care of the rest of violations.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Better Real Estate Solutions LLC has committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator has 15 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with all conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time period given, a fine of $150.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation continues past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 18-2508 VR |
4230 Gator Trace Ave B | Raskin, Larry | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 4, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Larry Raskin 4230 Gator Trace Ave 4B Fort Pierce, Fl 34982 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Sec. 9-25 - Proof of business activity; burden of proof on applicant
Section 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit.
The short term rentals that have already commenced are considered irreversible and irrevocable in nature, and a fine equal to one week’s rental or $4,650.00 is to be assessed payable within 30 days. She also ordered the immediate cease and desist order from the City be imposed and all future rentals be terminated. If rentals continue without a business tax receipt, all utilities to the property are to be suspended. She ordered that after the 30- day period, if not complied, all utilities to the premises were to be suspended while the violation continues. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie.
| 18-2544 VR |
1706 W Royal Tern Ln | Penkada Holdings SFL LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 8, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Penkada Holdings SFL LLC 2331 N State Rd 7 STE 203 Lauderdale Lakes, Fl 33313 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Sec. 9-25. - Proof of business activity; burden of proof on applicant.
Section 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
The Special Magistrate found that the violation did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
| 18-2523 CE Appeal |
1 TBD | Independent Life Insurance Agency | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 27, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Independent Life Insurance Agency |
SIGN VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
733 |
15-5 (5) Signs on Right of Way |
12 @ $50.00 |
$600.00 |
$10.00 |
$.00 |
$610.00 |
Emerson Leger was sworn in. He disagreed with the reduction. He said he removed the signs after receiving the warning. The signs were left on friend's property. Officer Debevec said she picked up signs throughout the city.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said city ordinance allows for signs to be posted on private property but they have to be 25' apart. That is why she waived 8 of the signs. However, there were 4 signs picked up in other areas of the city and she was charging $50.00 for each of them.
Special Magistrate Ross asked if he was okay with this after the explanation but he still disagreed.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Independent Life Insurance Agency has committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 30 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinances and pay a fine of $50.00 for an amended count of 4 signs plus $10.00 administrative fee or a total amount of $210.00. The violator has 30 days in which to pay the fine or the citation will be turned over to the St. Lucie County Court House for collection plus additional charges may be imposed.
| 18-2400 CE |
1204 Avenue K | Lee Sr, John Roberts, Beatrice Williams, Albertha |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | September 26, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: John Lee Sr Beatrice Roberts Albertha Williams 2849 Harson Way Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
TENANT: Christina Garwood 1204 Avenue K Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section 5-370 - Exterior Property and Landscaping
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
Jannette Lee (Mr. Lee's wife) and Teresa Thomas were sworn in. Mrs. Lee said John Lee Sr was in a nursing home. Ms. Thomas is the tenant and she said the violations have been corrected. Code Officer Debevec said she would meet with them and inspect the property.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that John Lee Sr, Beatrice Roberts, and Albertha Williams have committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 10 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinances. In the event the violation(s) are not cured or complied within the time period given, a fine of $50.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation(s) continue(s) past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 18-2745 CE |
670 Hernando Street | Titone, Mark | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 2, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Mark Titone 606 Dahlia Ln Vero Beach, FL 32960 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
The Special Magistrate found that the violation did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
| 17-2154 CE |
635 North 2nd Street | AABAA International Inc | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: |September 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: AABAA International Inc PO Box 812079 Boca Raton, FL 33481 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Cormac Conahan Esq 170 SW 11th Ct Boca Raton, FL 33486 |
| PROPERTY MANAGER: Donna Benton donna.coastalliving@gmail.com |
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
Donna Benton was sworn in for testimony. She said the owner of this property had 11 properties on 2nd Street. He allows her to use the rent money to make the repairs. However, there was a lot of damage and a lot of repairs to other properties also. They are all beyond the norm. Damages include termite, roof repairs or replacements, etc. The holidays are here now and the tenant doesn't want to close down to paint so he is requesting more time.
After hearing the testimony from Code Officer Debevec and Property Representative Benton the Special Magistrate continued this case for 30 days.
| 18-2438 VR |
211 Fernandina Street | Elguera, Elizabeth | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | September 28, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Elizabeth Elguera 211 Fernandina St Ft. Peirce, FL 34949 |
Section 9-25 - Proof of Business Activity; burden of proof on applicant
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
The Special Magistrate found that the violation did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
| 18-2001 CE Cont. |
813 South Indian River Drive | Wright, John Wright, Diana |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: July 24th ,2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: John Wright & Diana Wright 813 S Indian River Dr Ft. Pierce, Fl 34950 |
Section(s): 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
John and Diana Wright were sworn in. Mrs. Wright said the original BTR in 2017 placed no restrictions and allowed them to deliver the jet skis to the City parks; but, once they started operating the business, there were complaints from other vendors. When they renewed in 2018 restrictions were placed on what they could and couldn't do. She presented numerous documents referencing the State of Florida regulating public waters and the "mean high water land". The jet skis are placed in the water; therefore, there is no ordinance that says they are not allowed to anchor in public water. She said there is no ordinance for right to access the water in any City park. She said also she does not believe her business affects the traffic on Indian River Drive . This is considered a scenic highway and there are over 3,800 vehicles that travel that road in one day.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz stipulated the ownership and rights of access were correct; however they are operating a business from their home.
Mrs. Wright said the people pay at their home but the jet skis are launched at Old Fort Park. The customers park their cars at the park and walk to the jet skis through the water. They are working within their license. She said they are trying to get a slip at the City Marina.
Mrs. Arraiz said yes, the park is owned by the county, but due to a "park swap" several years before, the City maintains and operates it and City and County ordinances apply. She also confirmed that they are trying to get the slip. Mrs. Wright said there is a process they will have to go through first. They have to have approval from the City; which they are close to getting. After approval they have to install a floating dock.
Mrs. Arraiz said Staff has been instructed to come up with a "special use permit" to allow businesses to deliver and demonstrate. They have been working with the Parks Commission.
Special Magistrate Ross asked Charlene Adair if she could give any further information about the permit. Ms. Adair came forward. She said she was on the Parks Committee; as well as, a volunteer for the Code Enforcement Department. She said they were working on the permit. It would designate available locations and allowed activities. It's in the works, but has to go through several steps before it can become a City Ordinance. One of the main things is approval by the City Commission.
Mrs. Arraiz said In the meantime, the City requests they cease and desist all business activity and continue the case for the February 6 hearing.
After hearing the testimony of Code Officer Debevec and Diana Wright the Special Magistrate ordered a cease and desist of rental activity and continued the case until February 6, 2019.
| 18-0591 CE Cont from 09/05/2018 |
1393 Bayshore Drive | Wynne Building Corp | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | March 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Wynne Building Corp 8000 S US Highway 1 Ste 402 Port St. Lucie, FL 34952 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Joel Wynne 8000 S US Highway 1 Ste 402 Port St. Lucie, Fl 34952 |
| MAILING ADDRESS: Wynne Building Corp 12804 SW 122 Ave Miami, FL 33186 |
EMAIL MANAGER: Steve Rodriguez wbcsteve@yahoo.com |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Nuisance as a Condition
The Special Magistrate continued this case for 90 days.
| 18-2426 VR R&D |
1315 Bayshore Drive Unit 203 | Delaporte, John | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | September 28, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - R & D |
| OWNER: John Delaporte PO Box 1398 Absecon, NY 08201 |
Section 9-25 - Proof of Business Activity; burden of proof on applicant.
Section 9-27(B) - Doing Business without a Tax
The Special Magistrate found that the violation did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
| 18-2530 Re-hear-Massey |
421 North 2nd Street | AABAA International Inc | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 6, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Re-hearing |
| OWNER: AABAA International Inc PO Box 812079 Boca Raton, FL 33481 |
REGESTERED AGENT: Cormac Conahan Esq 170 SW 11th Ct Boca Raton, FL 33486 |
| EMAIL: Donna Benton donna.coastalliving@gmail.com |
Section 9-25- Proof of Business Activity; Burden of Proof on Applicant
Section 9-27(B) - Doing Business without a Tax
Donna Benton was sworn in. She is the property manager and only takes care of the licensing. She asked for a reduction and city agreed to reduce the fines to $500.00 payable in 30 days.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $3,000.00 to $500.00 payable in 30 days. If not paid within this time period the fines would revert back to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
| 18-2447 Re-hear -Massey |
3 Harbour Isle Dr 204 | White, Sheryl | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | September 28, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Massey / Re-hearing |
| OWNER: Sheryl White 3745 Meeting Street Duluth, GA 30096 |
REALTOR: Beachfront Mann Realty 1007 Seaway Drive Fort Pierce, FL 34949 |
Section 9-25 Proof of Business Activity; Burden of proof on applicant
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
Sheryl White was sworn in. She said she was here in Fort Pierce at the time of hearing, but the letter notifying her about the hearing went to Georgia. She didn't know anything about the violation until she got the order. She apologized for not being there. She requested a reduction on the fines
Staff was in agreement to reduce the fines to $500.00 payable in 30 days.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $3,500.00 to $500.00 payable in 30 days. If not paid within this time period the fines would revert back to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
| 18-0091 AC Appeal |
431 N 26th St | Benjamin, William #579 |
Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | July 27, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: William Benjamin |
VIOLATION: #579 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 579 | 4-50 No Registration | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $00.00 | $5.00 | $255.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failed to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented in the City’s Affidavit. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $250.00 plus $5.00 administrative fees or a total of $255.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
10:55 am
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk
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