9:06 AM
Janey Vanderhorst - Code Compliance Supervisor
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
Chad Dawson - Code Enforcement Officer
Ricardo Pellot - Animal Control Officer
Kenny Nelson - Animal Control Officer
Guy Montgomery - FPPD Officer
Charlene Adair - Volunteer
| 19-2143 PK Paid |
435 N 11th Street | Anderson, Eunice | #8278 Woodruff |
| Case Initiated: | August 3, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Anderson, Eunice Dianne |
PARKING VIOLATION: Parking against the traffic |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 1207 PK | 10-23(T) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-1888 CE Complied |
201 Roselyn Avenue |
Villanueva, Rafael & Molina, Maria G. |
Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | CE |
| OWNER: Rafael Villanueva Maria G Molina 201 Roselyn Avenue Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Section 10-23 (s) – Parking Prohibited on City Right-of-Way
| 19-1194 CE Complied |
1116 Colonial Road | Pierre, Fenelia | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: l May, 17 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| VIOLATOR: Fenelia Pierre 1116 Colonial Road Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.2 - Protective treatment.
| 19-1894 CE Complied |
107 Maple Avenue | Mtn Properties LLC | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | July 25, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Mtn Properties LLC 4270 SW Country Pl Palm City, FL 34990 |
TENANT: 107 Maple Avenue Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) – Parking on Other Than Pavement.
| 19-1897 CE Complied |
115 Maple Avenue | Fort Pierce Rentals LLC | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | July 29, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Fort Pierce Rentals LLC 2012 Mimosa Avenue Fort Pierce, Fl 34950 |
IPMC 304.6 - Exterior walls.
| 19-1988 CE Complied |
201 Hialeah Avenue | Mejia, Patricio & Lucia | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | July 25, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Patricio Mejia Lucia Fraga-Mejia 2005 Warfield Ave Redondo Beach, CA 90278 |
TENANT: 201 Hialeah Avenue Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) – Parking on Other Than Pavement
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
| 19-2570 CE Complied |
918 Fra Mar Place | Villegas, Gerardo | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 1, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Gerardo Villegas 1235 SW Briarwood Dr Pt. St. Lucie, FL 34986 |
TENANT: Tenant 918 Fra Mar Pl Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-6, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage- Indoor Furniture
| 19-2829 CE Complied |
1512 Avenue J | Jones, James Eckles, Jewell |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 30, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: James Jones % Jewell Eckles 3309 Avenue T Ft. Pierce, FL 34947 |
Section 16-27 (4) - Landscape Debris - Residential
| 19-2616 CT Complied |
1405 Jersey Avenue | Owens, Bobby and Linda | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 3, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| OWNER: Bobby and Linda Owens 1405 Jersey Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Total Due |
| 740 CE | 11-30 Refrigerator / Ice Box Safety | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $260.00 |
| 19-2589 CT Complied |
1907 S 8th Street | Alouption, Emilie | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 2, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| OWNER: Emilie Alouption 1907 S 8th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Total Due |
| 738CE | 11-30 Refrigerator / Ice Box Safety | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $260.00 |
| 19-1887 CE Cont. 1/8/2020 |
115 Roselyn Avenue | Hurtado, Gonzalo D. Jr. | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | CE |
| OWNER: Gonzalo D Hurtado Jr. 2725 Fairway Drive Fort Pierce, FL 34982 |
TENANT: Hector O Calderon 115 Roselyn Avenue Fort 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
Section 16-25 (C) – Responsibility for Containers
| 19-1859 CE Complied |
1005 S 11th Street | Williams III, George Williams, Pamela |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 22, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: George Williams III Pamela Williams 1005 S 11th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
| 19-1826 CE Complied |
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
| 19-2972 AC Reschedule |
2303 Avenue N | Buckle, Wendell | Kenneth Nelson |
| Case Initiated: | October 25, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Wendell T Buckle 2303 Avenue N Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 865 AC | 4-53 Breeder Registration Required | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
| 864 AC | 4-50 City Registration Required | 3 @ $250.00 | $750.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $765.00 |
| 863 AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccinations | 3 @ $100.00 | $300.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $315.00 |
| 862 AC | 4-22 (A) (5) Animal Restraint - Tethering | 3 @ $100.00 | $300.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $315.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $1,660.00 | |||||
| 19-1917 PK cont. from 12/11 |
Jaycee Park | Shealy, Lisa Anne | #4919 Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | July 14, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Lisa Anne Shealy |
PARKING VIOLATION: Improper Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 8744PK | 10-23(L) Parking Violation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Lisa Anne Shealy 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.
| 19-1912 PK cont. from 12/11 |
South Causeway Park | Perez, Susana & Pedro | #4919 Montgomery |
| Case Initiated: | July 14, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Susana De Las Mercedes and Pedro Perez |
PARKING VIOLATION: Improper Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 8741PK | 10-23(L) Parking Violation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Susana & Pedro Perez 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.
| 19-1646 AC | 117 N 14th Street | Gomez- Soto, Sarah | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | June 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Sarah Gomez-Soto 117 N 14th Street Fort Pierce, Fl 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| #00814AC | 4-21 Running At Large | $50.00 x 3 | $150.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $165.00 |
| #00815AC | 4-22 (A) (3) Tethering | $100.00 x 1 | $100.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $115.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $250.00 | $20.00 | $10.00 | $280.00 |
Officer Pellot said he received a phone call from 911 about 3 German Shepherds running loose. He arrived at the scene and saw 3 dogs run back into the house and 1 was chained around the mailbox. The violator has been issued several verbal warning before this incident. The gate was open about 2 feet and he could see the dog on the chain around the mailbox.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Sarah Gomez-Soto 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 she pay the total amount on the citation as listed within 30 days of the date of this hearing.
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.
| 19-2924 AC | 211 Boston Avenue | Lomax, Tina | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | October 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
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| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 751 AC | 4-20 Running At Large | 3 @ $50.00 | $150.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $165.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $165.00 | |||||
Officer Pellot said when they arrived he found 3 pitbulls and a cat. The owner turned 2 of the 3 dogs over to the City. Because one of the dogs was aggressive, the shelter requested the City euthanize him. The owner got the other dog back.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Tina Lomax 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 she pay the total amount on the citation as listed; unless 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.
| 19-683 AC | 3003 Rhode Island Avenue | Altenhoff, Marvin | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: | March 9, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Marvin Altenhoff 2910 Rhode Island Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 803 AC | 4-25 Animal injury - unlawful killing | 3 @ $100.00 | $300.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $315.00 |
Office Pellot said he received call from 911 that 3 pitbulls had killed a chihuahua. Several witnesses saw the dogs kill the chihuahua and when the officer got there he found the dogs running loose. He impounded the dogs. The owner did pick up the dogs after receiving the notice that was left on the door.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Marvin Altenhoff 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 he pay the total amount on the citation as listed 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.
| 19-2334 AC | 496 Maple Avenue | Harper, Erica | Kenneth Nelson |
| Case Initiated: August 8, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Erica Harper 3606 Ave S Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00854AC | 4-24 (3) Animal Neglect | $250.00 x 1 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
Officer Nelson said he was called out by the neighbor several times about the barking dogs. There was no one present; but, he was able to contact the owner of the property who lived in Miami. They came up and let him into the building. He and the other officers found the dogs and picked them up. There was no air-conditioning turned on. They noted feces, little food and little water. The owners of the dogs showed up a couple of days later.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Erica Harper 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 she pay the total amount on the citation as listed 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.
| 19-1191 CE cont. from 12/11 |
1124 Colonial Road | Lima, Docius | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: l May 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| VIOLATOR: Docius Lima 1124 Colonial Road Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-25 (C) – Responsibility for Containers
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Docius Lima 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 10 days as recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer 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.
| 19-2807 CE Appeal |
510 Means Court | Holmes, Shade DAJED Inc |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Appeal |
| OWNER: Shade Holmes DAJED Inc 3605 Avenue N Ft Pierce, FL 34947 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Jack Orend 4062 Greenwood Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 33450 |
| TENANT: Tenant 510 Means Court Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT / REQUESTOR for the APPEAL Joslynn Williams 510 Means Court Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) - Non - Operable Vehicle
Joslynn Williams was sworn in. She said her driver's license is suspended and her birthday is in January. She works part-time and needs a little more time to get the car registered.
Prior to Officer’s presenting the case, Special Magistrate Ross disclosed she knew the respondent, but was comfortable with hearing the case.
Upon hearing testimony from the Code Officer, she continued the case for 60 days.
| 19-1863 CE | 904 S 11th Street | Morales, Enoc | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 22, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Enoc Morales 904 S 11th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure - General
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
Officer Debevec said she has spoke to Mr. Morales who said he was having problems with the insurance. There has been no paperwork or permits submitted by either Mr. Morales or his attorney.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Enoc Morales 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. She ordered that the violator has 30 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 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
| 19-2726 CE | 1800 Oleander Avenue | Curtis, Adrian | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 18, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Adrian Curtis 1800 Oleander Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Adrian Curtis 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 15 days 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.
| 19-1017 CE cont.from 12/11 |
1205 Avenue M | Moore, Sam | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | April 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R&D |
| 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
The Special Magistrate found that Section(s) 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) and 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (11) 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.
| 19-1804 CE | 218 Hialeah Avenue | Romo (EST), Estella | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Estella Romo ( EST) 218 Hialeah Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
TENANT: Eliseo Ayala 218 Hialeah Ave Ft. Peirce, FL 3982 |
IPMC 304.1 - Exterior Structure - General
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Estella Romo (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.
| 19-2586 CE | 3245 Vernon Street | Hatfield, James | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: James Hatfield PO BOX 4447 Ft. Pierce, FL 34948 |
TENANT: Tenant 3245 Vernon St A Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
| TENANT: Tenant 3245 Vernon St B Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
IPMC 304.14 - Insect Screens
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (11) - Outside Storage - Indoor Furniture
Section 22-187 (13) - Landscape Maintenance
Officer Debevec said the Outside Storage and Outside Storage-Indoor Furniture were now in compliance and requested an R&D order be issued. She said there is a new manager and she is working on getting the violations corrected but was requesting more time.
Natalie Leone was sworn in. She is the new property manager. She confirmed that she needed a little more time. They have applied for a permit and were working on the other violations.
The Special Magistrate found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) and 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (11) 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.
The Special Magistrate found that the remaining violation(s) do exist and that James Hatfield has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 15 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with all conditions of the permit. 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 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.
| 19-1838 CE | 202 Roselyn Avenue | Roselyn Holdings LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Roselyn Holdings LLC 3790 Spinnaker Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
TENANT: Melanie Faucher 202 Roselyn Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Dale Boyd 2301 Orange Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Officer Debevec said the Outside Storage was now in compliance and asked for the case to be continued.
Code Supervisor Vanderhorst said they had received a message from Melanie Faucher saying she is in compliance. She asked that the case be continued to allow Officer Debevec to go out and inspect the property.
The Special Magistrate found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) 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.
She continued the case until January 8, 2020.
| 19-2165 CE | 722 S US Highway 1 | Costa Seafood & Grill | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 2, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Costa Seafood & Grill 722 S US HIghway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Luis Rodriguez 974 SW Globe Ave Pt. St. Lucie, FL 34953 |
Section 15-3 (b) (1)(3) - Removal of Signs
Special Magistrate Ross asked to see a copy of the posting and entered it as City's exhibit 2.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Costa Seafood & Grill 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 10 days to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. It is also ordered if the violation is not corrected within the time given, the City is to take the necessary steps to remedy the violation(s), the cost of which is to be assessed as a special assessment lien against the property. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2466 CE | 1815 Melaleuca Drive | Celentano, Frank | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 1, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Frank Celentano 1815 Melaleuca Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
IPMC 304.10 Stairways, decks, porches, and balconies
Frank Celentano was sworn in. He did not want to see the photos, nor did he have any response.
The Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Frank Celentano has committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 30 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 $100.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation(s) continue 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.
| 19-2986 CE | 701 Parkway Drive | Eberhart, Charles | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 7, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Charles Eberhart 701 Parkway Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building (covered windows)
After hearing the testimony from Officer Debevec, the Special Magistrate continued the case for 30 days.
| 19-2991 VR | 211 Orange Avenue | Gibbons, Derrick & Kristina | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 7, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Derrick & Kristina Gibbons 1920 Rio Vista Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
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Kristina Gibbons was sworn in. She said the initial request for her business license was sent to her old address and she didn't get it until November. She said she spoke to Charlene Adair about what she had to do to change the advertisement.
Charlene Adair, City of Fort Pierce Volunteer testified that Ms. Gibbons had contacted her and she was working with her to get the correct ad as listed on her BTR which states a minimum of 30 days.
Providing the Violator provides proof that reservations have been cancelled, the Special Magistrate will find that Section 9-27 (B) 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.
| 19-2413 Nuis.Abatement Appeal |
907 Avenue I |
M & D Property Professionals |
Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | September 10, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Emerg. Repair Appeal |
| OWNER: M & D Property Professionals Inc. 3812 SW Crary Street Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 |
OTHERS: |
Section(s): 16-48 - Nuisance Definitions
Bruce Harris was sworn in. He said the house was burglarized during Hurricane Dorian. When he called the Police Department out, they told him to just board up the broken window and put bars up until he got a tenant. At that time he noticed the high grass and when he received the letter he assumed it was for the grass so he had it mowed. He said he also boarded up the windows, put bars up, and securred the doors.
Code Officer Dawson presented photos. Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Dawson confirmed that he initiated Case # 19-2413 on September 10, 2019 and that the photos he took were time stamped and fairly and accurately depicted the violation. Assistant City Attorney Earley requested the photos be admitted as City's composite1. Special Magistrate admitted them as City's composite 1. He explained:
Photos dated August 15, 2019 were when he and the other code officers were assigned to inspect vacant properties in the area. He noticed this property had 3 unsecure windows. A letter was sent out certified mail telling the owner what needed to be done and giving him a certain amount of time to do it. The green card was returned signed; but, there had been no contact from the owner. The letter and green card were admitted as City's composite 2.
Photos dated September 23, 2019 he inspected and saw plywood had been put up on the broken windows; however, it was inside the window and according to the City ordinance the wood was supposed to be on the outside. The doors were not boarded up and because the house was vacant all entry ways including windows and doors have to be boarded. He contacted the City's contractor to do the work.
Photos dated October 4, 2019 were when he went to inspect the property after receiving notice that the contractor had done the work. He confirmed the violations had been corrected.
Mr. Harris responded by saying when he reported the burglary to the Police Department he was told to board up the windows which he did. He said he did receive the letter from the City, but assumed it was for the high grass which he took care of. He questioned why the City said it was a matter of safety and Mr. Dawson said there were many places throughout the City that had safety issues, anyone can break in and commit a crime of some kind.
Special Magistrate Ross asked how much the bill was? The contractor's bill was for $650.00 plus $100.00 administration fees for a total of $750.00. This bill was admitted as City's exhibit 3.
Taking into consideration testimony from the City and the respondent, the Special Magistrate denied the appeal stating he had 30 days to appeal to a higher court.
10:55 am
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk