9:20 AM
Margaret Arraiz - Code Compliance Manager
Vince Alesi - Code Enforcement Officer
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
Ricardo Pellot - Animal Control Officer
Barbara J Gasparre - Animal Control Officer
#4919 Guy Montgomery - Fort Pierce Police Department
| 19-848 PK Dismissed |
22 Fisherman's Wharf TELEPHONE CONF |
Arnoudse, Mark #2006 |
#7045 J Coleman Failed to appear |
| Case Initiated: | March 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Mark Arnoudse |
PARKING VIOLATION: Cit #2006 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 2006 | 10-23 Parking Regulation |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
| 19-605 PK Paid |
117 N 5th St |
Kingston, Joseph #5077 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | March 9, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Joseph Mortimer Kingston |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| #5077 | 10-23 (T) Parking Regulation Parked opposite traffic flow |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-840 PK Appeal - Cont. | IRD East Side by Cobbs |
Reagle, Christopher #9885 |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | March 30, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Christopher Reagle |
PARKING VIOLATION: Cit # 9885 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| # 9885 | 10-23 (S) Parking Regulation Parked on ROW |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
| 19-623 AC Continued |
1201 Avenue J |
Toriano, Roberts #599 |
Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | February 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Toriano A Roberts |
VIOLATION: Citation #599 AC |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 599 AC | 4-50 No City Registration | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $255.00 |
| 18-15 Paid |
907 Avenue I #502 & 503 |
Shivers, Willie & Lesesne, Gloria |
Kenny Nelson |
| Case Initiated: | January 30, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Willie Shivers & Gloria Lesesne |
VIOLATION: City Registration & Rabies Vaccination Required |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 502 AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination | 5 @ $100.00 | $500.00 | $5.00 | $.00 | $500.00 |
| 503 AC | 4-50 City Registration | 5 @ $150.00 | $750.00 | $5.00 | $.00 | $750.00 |
| 17-2978 CE Pulled |
704 Orange Ave |
Scott, Joy A |
Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | December 1, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Repeat |
| OWNER: Joy A Scott 726 Orange Ave Fort Pierce, Fl 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure – General.
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment.
Section 22-187 (13) – Landscape Maintenance
| 19-598 VR - Complied |
1123 Hernando Street TELEPHONE CONF. |
Wood, David Wood, Tiffany |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated:| March 13, 2019 Cited on September 28, 2018 complied |
Type of Presentation: |
Repeat |
| OWNER: David Wood Tiffany Wood 1123 Hernando Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
| 19-0681 CE Closed |
130 S Indian River Drive 202 |
Chalbaud, Carlos |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated:| March 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Carlos Chalbaud 446 Almeria Ave Coral Gables, FL 33134 |
VIOLATOR: Precise Care Services 130 S Indian River Dr 202 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Rebecca Jaques 130 S Indian River Dr 202 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
| 18-2633 CE Complied |
1112 Avenue G Unit B |
Shahid, Saira |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: October 20, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Saira Shahid 2813 Stoneway Ln Apt C Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
TENANT: Callie Perry 1112 Avenue G Unit B Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
IPMC 302.3 Sidewalks and Driveways
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) Outside Storage
5-370 Exterior Property and Landscaping
| 19-849 PK Appeal | 22 Fisherman's Wharf | Nobile, Greg #2007 |
#7045 J. Coleman |
| Case Initiated: | March 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Greg Nobile |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| #2007 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in Boat Trailer only space |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failing 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.
| 19-0538 PK |
Orange Ave Lot/Behind Subway |
Anez, Leslie Ann #5064 |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: l February 26, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Leslie Ann Anez |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Counts/Fine | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 5064PK |
10-23(P) Parking Regulation 2 Hour Parking |
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 failing 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.
| 19-838 PK Appeal |
Marina Way / IRD | Cavasinni, David #9882 |
H. Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | March 30, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: David Cavasinni |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| #9882 | 10-23 (O) Parking Regulation No Parking Yellow |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
David Cavasinni was sworn in for testimony. He said they were unloading for events taking place downtown. He thought there was a mis-communication between the owner and the city. He said the owner had told them they could use the loading zone which they had been doing for the past 7 years; however, there was a vehicle parked right next to it in the no parking zone. The owner says he put the signs up and they indicate the loading zone. He presented an easement agreement which Staff looked at.
Code Compliance Manager Margaret Arraiz asked for a recess so they could check with the Engineering Department.
On recall, Ms. Arraiz presented the copy of the easement agreement showing the loading dock was built several years before. The document shows the loading dock and the no parking zone. At the time of citation there was a personal vehicle parked in the no parking zone.
Mr. Cavasinni said this is why he parking in the loading zone; because of the vehicle being parked in the no parking zone and he could not back up.
Ms. Arraiz said the City wants to work with the businesses in the area. She recommended having the owner of property to try and get the easement amended so they could use the loading zone. She also told Mr. Cavasinni that there is a code officer working on Saturdays. If there is a problem with the loading zone, call the officer and they will help.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators are ordered to pay the amount on the citation $50.00 as indicated plus the administrative charges of $10.00 for a total amount due of $60.00 payable within 30 days of the hearing date. 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 charge.
| 19-893 PK Paid |
South Causeway | Stecher, Leslie Anne #2764 |
G Montgomery #4919 |
| Case Initiated: | March 31, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Leslie Anne Stecher |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| #2764 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parked in No Parking Zone |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
| 19-725 PK Appeal | 100 N US -1 | Jones, Sr, Melvin #6651 |
H. Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | March 14, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Melvin Jones, Sr |
PARKING VIOLATION: Cit #6651 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6651 | 10-23 (O) Parking Regulation Striped, Poles No Parking |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
Melvin Jones was sworn in. He said he has parked his motorcycle in that spot for over 2 years. There were other motorcycles parked there so he actually thought it was a spot for motorcycles. He requested a motorcycle parking area be marked.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said he would have to bring that to the Parking Committee for discussion.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators are ordered to pay the amount on the citation $50.00. She waived the administrative charges of $10.00 and waived the $18.00 late fee for a total amount due of $50.00 payable within 30 days of the hearing date. 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.
| 19-650 AC |
1023 Chipola Road | Wesley, Clarence #600AC |
Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | March 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Clarence Wesley |
VIOLATION: Citation #600AC |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 600AC | 4-24 (a) Animal Neglect | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $255.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failing 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 total amount on the citation unless, the violations are brought into compliance within the expiration of 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.
| 19-622 AC Appeal | 1201 Avenue J, Unit B |
Ornis, Loupson #745, 746, 748, 749, 750 |
BJ Gasparre |
| Case Initiated: | February 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Loupson Ornis |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee |
AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 745 AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination | 1 @ $100.00 | $100.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| 746 AC | 4-5 Registration | 1 @ 250.00 | $250.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $255.00 |
| 748 AC | 4-22 Tethering | 1 @ $100.00 | $100.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| 749 AC | 4-24 Animal Abuse, Cruelty or Neglect | 1 @ $500.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $505.00 |
| 750 AC | 4-26 (B) Dispose of Dead Animals | 1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $55.00 |
| TOTAL CHARGES & SURCHARGE | $1000.00 | $0.00 | $25.00 | $1025.00 |
Manager Arraiz said when she arrived she found the dog was tethered, had water but it was green with algae, and there was a small box being used for shelter but she found it to be a lack of care and not a criminal violation. They cited for the violations as listed. There were many reasons the dog could have died.
Loupson Ornis was sworn in. He said he didn't know anything about what had to be done for the dog. He found the dog.
Officer Gasparre said there was no one home when they arrived. Mr. Ornis said he had been at his Grandmother's place digging a hole to bury the dog.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators are ordered to pay the amount on the citation number(s) within 90 days. Failure to pay the total amount prior to the expiration date will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be imposed.
| 19-911 PK Appeal | Marina Way & Indian River Dr | Buck, Timothy #6254 |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | April 6, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Timothy Buck |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| #6254 | 10-23 Parking Regulation Parking ROW |
1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failing 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
| 18-3427 AC | 601 N 18th St | Hall, Deandre #733AC, 734AC & 735AC |
BJ Gasparre |
| Case Initiated: | February 25, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Deandre Hall |
VIOLATION: Citations 733AC, 734AC & 735AC |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 733AC | 4-27 No Rabies Vaccination |
1 @ $100.00 | $100.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| 734AC | 4-50 No City Registration | 1 @ $200.00 | $200.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $205.00 |
| 735AC | 4-21 Running at Large | 1 @ $50.00 | $50.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 | $55.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failing 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 total amount on the citation unless, the violations are brought into compliance within the expiration of 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.
| 19-0381 CE |
1826 Orange Avenue |
Smith Jr, Willie C Smith, L C Smith, Pinkie |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated:| February 13, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Willie C Smith Jr LC Smith Pinkie Smith 1826 Orange Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: A-1 Willie's Car Care Willie C Smith Jr 1826 Orange Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 EMAIL: williescarcare@aol.com |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(B) - Prohibited Use of Right of Way
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section(s): 11-11 - Storage of Commodities
Section(s): 15-3 (b) - Removal of Signs
Section(s): 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
Section(s): 5-370 - Exterior Property Landscaping
Section(s): 11-10 - Storage of Scraps & Waste
Prior to testimony from Willie Smith, Special Magistrate Ross disclosed she knew the Smith family, but was comfortable with hearing the case.
Willie Smith was sworn in. He confirmed what Code Officer Debevec had said and agreed to the 15 days to bring the property into compliance.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet, except for Section 9-27 (B) that is in compliance, do exist and that (violator(s) have committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 15 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 given, a fine of $100.00 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.
| 19-0466 CE |
303 N 32nd Street |
Johnson Jr, Wilbert Johnson, Effie |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated:| February 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Wilbert Johnson Jr Effie M Johnson 303 N 32nd Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 302.4 Protective Treatment
IPMC 304.13 Window Skylight, and Door Frame
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that the Violator(s) having been provided notice and failing 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. She ordered that the violator has 60 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 given, a fine of $50.00 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.
| 19-0073 CE | 505 N 14th Street | Rosario, Nathanael Mejia | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated:| January 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Nathanael Mejia Rosario 821 Se 14th St Stuart, FL 34994 |
TENANT: Tenant 505 N 14th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
IPMC 302.7 Accessory Structure
Section 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
Rosa Rosario was sworn in. She said her husband and her were working on getting the property cleaned up but they don't have much time available between their jobs. She asked for more time and was granted 60 days rather than 30.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that (violator(s) has/have committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 60 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 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.
| 02-8806 | 3205 Boston Avenue | Moreno, Pedro | Margaret Arraiz |
| Case Initiated: | April 24, 2002 | Type of Presentation: | Lien Reduction |
| OWNER (Previous Address) Pedro Moreno 3205 Boston Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OWNER (Current Address) Pedro Moreno 3107 Atlantic Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34947 |
Section(s): 16-48 (1) (5) Outside Storage
Pedro Moreno was sworn in. He said he was trying to help a large family by renting them the property. The house is very small and they had no place to put the washer, so they put it outside. He can't work and would like a reduction less than the $1,000. He said the home is currently under contract. He has no mortgage on the property.
Special Magistrate reviewed the 7 criteria required by Rule 17 and will recommend the City Commission reduce the lien from $5,800.00 to $1,000.00 payable at or before closing. The City Commission's administrative fee is included in this reduction. If not paid within the time period alloted, the lien would revert to its original amount.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz asked for an Order Setting Aside Order on Case #13-2324, 1810 N 21st Street, stating the sell fell through.
Special Magistrate issued the Order Setting Aside Order.
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Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer