9:05 am
Peggy Arraiz - Code Compliance Manager
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
John Futch - Parking Enforcement Officer
Chad Dawson - Code Enforcement Officer
Isaac Saucedo - Code Enforcement Officer
Ricardo Pellot - Animal Control Officer
Guy Montgomery - FPPD Officer
| 19-1908 PK Paid |
104 N 2nd St. | Brown, Venus Maria | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | July 23, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Venus Maria Brown |
PARKING VIOLATION: 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 5150PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-2529 PK Paid |
118 N 2nd Street | Allen, Krystal Nicole | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | Sept. 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Allen, Krystal Nicole |
PARKING VIOLATION: 2 hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9034PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-1966 CE Complied |
2625 Oleander Blvd | Delcy, Marie M | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | July 29, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Marie M Delcy 2625 Oleander Boulevard Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
| 19-1967 CE Complied |
2625 Oleander Blvd | Delcy, Marie M | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Marie M Delcy 2625 Oleander Blvd Fort Pierce, Fl 34982 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 5-1.104.5 – Unsafe Building (covered windows)
| 19-1958 CE Complied |
204 Roselyn Avenue | Roselyn Holdings LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 25, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Roselyn Holdings LLC 3790 Spinnaker Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
TENANT: Jennifer Cheatham 204 Roselyn Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Dale Boyd 2301 Orange Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building (Covered WIndows)
| 19-1907 PK | South Causeway Park | Alvarez, Keelyn Lannie | #4919 Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | July 14, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Alvarez, Keelyn Lannie |
PARKING VIOLATION: Restricted Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 8739PK | 10-23(L) Parking Regulation | $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 by the City. 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.
| 19-2472 PK | Orange Ave/IRD lot | Render, Dontallis Lorenzo | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | Sept. 10, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Render, Dontallis Lorenzo |
PARKING VIOLATION: 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9011PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $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 by the City. 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.
| 19-2295 AC | 106 N 16th Street | Fitzpatrick, Alexis D | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: August 10, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Alexis D Fitzpatrick 2897 SW Rosetta Street Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00819AC | 4-24 (A) Animal Neglect | $250.00 x 1 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
| 00820AC | 4-51 Registration Required | $250.00 x 1 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
| 00821AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination | $100.00 x 1 | $100.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $115.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $600.00 | $30.00 | $15.00 | $645.00 |
Alexis Fitzpatrick was sworn in. She could not keep the dog where she lived, so she had her friends keep him. They got another dog and did not take care of this one. She knew the dog was sick but did not get any medical care. The dog died on Friday and she was going to bury the dog on Saturday, August 10. She said she had gotten the rabies vaccine from a local store and was administering them herself. She showed a receipt; however, Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said this was not a valid rabies vaccination because only vets were allowed to administer them.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators are ordered to pay the amount on the citation number(s) listed above. Failure to pay the total amount prior to the expiration date, 30 days as of the date of this hearing, will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be imposed.
| 19-2824 VR | 102 Shelley Lane | Rego, Humberto M & Belkis | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | October 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Humberto M Rego Belkis Rego 717 Ponce De Leon Blvd Suite 305 Coral Gables, FL 33134 |
Sec. 22-22. – Allowed uses.
Special Magistrate Rogers found that Section 22-22 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.
| 19-1505 CE | 711 S Ocean Drive | Fond De Blanc Inc | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | June 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Fond De Blanc Inc 275 SW Lost River Road Stuart, FL 34997 |
IPMC 304.1 Exterior structure – General.
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Fond De Blanc Inc 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 by the City. It is hereby ordered that the Violator be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2594 VR | 1014 S 7th Street | Robbins, D Michael | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | October 3, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R&D |
| OWNER: Michael D Robbins 309 S 5th Street Dundee, FL 33838 |
Sec. 22-22. – Allowed uses.
The Special Magistrate found that Section 22-22 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.
| 19-2390 CE | 1710 Sunrise Blvd | Toussaint, Michelot | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | August 22,2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Michelot Toussaint Veronique Phanor 1710 Sunrise Boulevard Ft. Pierce FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and drainage.
Officer Saucedo said he has had no communication with the property owner; however, the green card was returned.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Michelot Toussant 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 by the City. It is hereby ordered that the Violator be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2072 CE | 519 N 20th St | Hopkins, William Hopkins, Tyrone Hopkins, Keshia |
Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | August 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: William Hopkins Tyrone Hopkins Keshia Hopkins 2704 S 29th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
IPMC 302.7 - Accessory Structures
Section 16-25 (C) – Responsibility for Containers
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) – Non-Operable Vehicles
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Officer Saucedo said he has had no communication with the property owner; however, the green card was returned.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that William Hapkins, Tyrone Hopkins, and Keshia Hopkins 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 by the City. It is hereby ordered that the Violator be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-1821 CE | 120 Gardenia Avenue | Andrade, Jose Zamora, Julian |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Jose Andrade Julian Zamora 120 Gardenia Ave Ft Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) – Non-Operable Vehicles
The Special Magistrate found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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.
| 19-1811 CE | 220 Gardenia Avenue | Petion, Etzer | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Etzer Petion 220 Gardenia Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
TENANT: Lynnda Petion 220 Gardenia Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
The Special Magistrate found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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.
| 19-1826 CE | 2616 Lakeshore Drive | Diedrich, Helen | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Helen Diedrich 2616 Lakeshore Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
Douglas Diedrich was sworn in. He said his wife worked out of town and he was there representing her. He said he was trying to get things done. He showed his photos via phone. Officer Debevec said she has seen the photos and there has been a lot more done since she was last out there. She said she spoke to Mr. Diedrich prior to the hearing and agreed to continue the case.
The Special Magistrate, after hearing testimony from the Code Officer, continued this case until December 11.
| 19-1830 CE | 116 Maple Avenue | Chigani, Meera | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Meera Chigani 2412 Riverbranch Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 |
TENANT: Chasity Pickens 116 Maple Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
IPMC 302.7 Accessory Structures
The Special Magistrate found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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.
| 19-1635 CE | 608 N 23rd Street | Ray, Conquistador | Regular |
| Case Initiated: | June 27, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Conquistador Ray 608 N 23rd St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-48 (1) - Nuisance as an object
Conquistador Ray was sworn in. He said everything has been done.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz asked that the case be continued to allow Officer Debevec to go out and inspect the property.
After hearing testimony the Special Magistrate continued this case until December 11.
| 19-2687 CE | 109 Avenue D | Avenue D Investments LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Avenue D Investments LLC 9967 SW Ventura Dr Palm City, FL 34990 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Mark Hutchins 1934 NE Lake Pl Jensen Beach, FL 34957 |
Section 22-187 (13) - Landscape Maintenance
The Special Magistrate found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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.
| 19-1017 CE | 1205 Avenue M | Moore, Sam | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | April 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Sam Moore 1205 Avenue M Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: David Cox 1205 Avenue M Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (11) - Outside Storage - Indoor Furniture
Sam Moore and his son Gene Moore were sworn in. The Code Officer showed him the photos. He said these corrections had been done.
Officer Debevec said unless the violations had changed since yesterday, they were not in compliance.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz requested the case be continued until December 11 to allow the code officer to go out and inspect the property.
After hearing testimony the Special Magistrate continued this case until December 11.
| 19-2988 VR | 336 Fernandina Street | Delaunay, Deborah | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 6, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Deborah Delaunay 336 Fernandina St Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
Section 22-22 Allowed Uses
The Special Magistrate found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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.
| 19-2698 CE | 610 El Rancho Drive | Webb (EST) | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Nikki Webb (EST) 610 El Rancho Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section 22-187 (13) - Landscape Maintenance
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Nikki Webb (EST) 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 by the City. It is hereby ordered that the Violator be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2686 CE | 601 El Rancho Drive | Burke, John | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: John Burke 601 El Rancho Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 10-23 (s) - Parking Prohibited on City Right of Way
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) - Non- Operable Vehicles
Code Officer Debevec read the facts of the case, presented photos, and explained the nature of the violation. Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Debevec confirmed that she initiated Case # 19-2686 on October 15, 2019 and that the photos she took were time stamped and fairly and accurately depicted the violation. Assistant City Attorney Earley requested the photos be admitted as City's composite 1. Special Magistrate admitted them as City's composite 1.
John Burke was sworn in. He said he was working on getting everything done but needed a little more time.
After hearing testimony, the Special Magistrate continued this case until December 11.
| 14-2086 Req to stop fines |
1404 Edgewood Terrace |
White, Johnny |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 20, 2014 | Type of Presentation: | Req. to Stop Fines |
| PREVIOUS OWNER: Charles Olive 1013 N 13th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
CURRENT OWNER: Platinum Homes Investment Group LLC Johnny White 3511 Northwest 209th Terrace Miami Gardens, FL 33056 |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 - Permit Required
Section(s): 5-368 Property Maintenance
Johnny White, the new property owner, was sworn in. He didn't have anything to say except to request the fines be stopped.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be stopped from accruing for 90 days to allow property owner to correct the violations. If not corrected within this time the fines will begin again. She instructed Mr. White to work with the Building Department to get the necessary permits.
| 18-2160CE | 2009 S US Highway 1 | Morris/Satnick FP Assoc LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: l August 17, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Recall/Clarification |
| VIOLATOR: Morris & Satnick FP Assoc LLC 350 Veterans Blvd Rutherford, NJ 07070 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Joseph Morris 1901 S US Hwy 1 Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
Peter Feldman was sworn in. He said they are in the process of getting bids to paint and stucco but they did not want to do this until the roof is completed (this is the other case).
The photos were shown on the screen to show what is needed to be done. The Building Department confirmed that the permit had been completed.
After hearing testimony the Special Magistrate reissued the order being date specific. The building is to be pressure washed and the stucco repaired by March 14, 2020. The front of the building is to be painted by June 30, 2020. In the event the violation(s) are not cured or complied within the times given, a fine of $100.00 per day will be assessed for each violation. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
10:30 am
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk