9:03 AM
Margaret Arraiz - Code Compliance Manager
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
John Futch - Parking Enforcement Officer
Isaac Saucedo - Code Enforcement Officer
| 19-2614 PK paid |
Orange Ave/IRD lot | Riley, Howard Jay | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | October 3, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Howard Jay Riley |
PARKING VIOLATION: Parking time limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 5073PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-2722 PK paid |
Orange Ave/2nd St. | Armenta, Dawn Annette | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Dawn Annette Armenta |
Parking Violation Parking Time Limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9159 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-2755 PK paid |
Atlantic Ave. | Jernigan, Jessica Noel | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Jessica Noel Jernigan |
Parking Violation Parking time limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9163 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-3060 CE Reschedule 2/5 |
606 Azalea Avenue | Obadia, Mordechay | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| Case Initiated: | November 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Modechay Obadia 606 Azalea Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
| OWNER: Mordechay Obadia 606 Azalea Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section(s) 16-46, 16-48 (1) - Maintenance of nuisance on property prohibited / Nuisance as an Object
| 19-2746 CE Pulled |
3101 Oleander Avenue - Bay 2 | R Stein LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: R Stein LLC 670 Weaverville Hwy - Suite 6 Ashville, NC 28804 |
TENANT: Fitz Auto Repair Shop 3101 Oleander Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Kenneth A Norman 2400 S.E Federal Hwy, Fourth Floor Stuart, FL 34994 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-2748 CE Pulled |
3101 Oleander Avenue - Bay 4 | R Stein LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 20,2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: R Stein LLC 670 Weaverville Highway - Suite 6 Ashville, NC 28804 |
TENANT: Fitz Repair Shop 3101 Oleander Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Kenneth A. Norman 2400 S.E Federal Highway, Fourth Floor Stuart, FL 34994 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-2750 CE Pulled |
3101 Oleander Avenue - Bay 5 | R Stein LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: R Stein LLC 670 Weaverville Hwy, Suite 6 Ashville, NC 28804 |
TENANT: Fitz Repair Shop 3101 Oleander Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Kenneth A Norman 2400 S.E Federal Hwy, Fourth Floor Stuart, FL 34994 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-1887 CE Complied |
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
| 19-2961 CE Pulled |
811 Beach Court | Demorin, Lumise | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 6, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Lumise Demorin 811 Beach Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
| 19-2725 CE Complied |
1800 Oleander Avenue | Curtis, Adrian | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 18, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Adrian Curtis 1800 Oleander Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.1 - Exterior Structure - General
| 19-2714 CE Complied |
2102 Golfview Court | Savelli, Albert | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 18, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Albert Savelli 2102 Golfview Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
INTERESTED PARTY: Pingora Loan Servicing LLC PO BOX 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 |
| INTERESTED PARTY: Justin Lefko, ESQ 302 S 2nd St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
INTERESTED PARTY: Douglas C Zahm 12425 28th St N St. Petersburg, FL 33716 |
| INTERESTED PARTY: Peter E Lanning ESQ 12425 28th St N St. Petersburgh, FL 33716 |
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building (covered windows)
| 19-2718 PK | Orange Ave/IRD lot | Render, Dontallis Lorenzo | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Dontallis Lorenzo Render |
Parking Violation Parking time limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9157 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Futch confirmed that he issued Citation # 9157 on October 16, 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 composite Exhibit 1.
Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Dontallis Render 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.
| 19-2630 PK | Orange Ave/IRD lot | Render, Dontallis Lorenzo | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 7, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Dontallis Lorenzo Render |
Parking Violation Parking time limited - Two hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9046 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Dontallis Render 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.
| 19-2662 | 212 N 2nd St | Gibson, Jacquelyn Marie | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 9, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Jacquelyn Marie Gibson |
Parking Violation Parking time limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9152 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Futch confirmed that he issued Citation # 9152 on October 9, 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 composite Exhibit 1.
Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
Shortly after this order was issued, Jacquelyn Gibson arrived. The case was recalled and she was sworn in. The facts and photos were re-admitted. Ms. Gibson apologized for being late and said she had gone to the other court house. She said she was going to pay the ticket this morning.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and Jacquelyn Gibson is ordered to pay the amount on the citation $50.00 as indicated plus the administrative charges of $10.00 and the $18.00 late fee for a total amount due of $78.00 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.
| 19-2731 PK | Atlantic Ave | Williams, Everton Dennis | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Everton Dennis Williams |
Parking Violation Parking in wrong direction |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9161PK | 10-23 (T) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Futch confirmed that he issued Citation # 9161 on October 17, 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 composite Exhibit 1.
Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
Everton Williams was sworn in. He said he didn't know he was parking in the wrong direction. He saw an empty space and pulled in there. He said he now knows and won't do it again.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and Everton Williams is ordered to pay the amount on the citation $50.00 as indicated plus the administrative charges of $10.00 and the $18.00 late fee for a total amount due of $78.00 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.
| 19-2756 PK | Atlantic Avenue | Danita, Forman Paige | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | October 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Forman Paige Danita |
Parking Violation Parking time limited - 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9164 PK | 10-23 (P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Futch confirmed that he issued Citation #9164 on October 17, 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 composite Exhibit 1.
Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Forman Paige Danita 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.
| 19-2767 PK | 218 N 2nd Street | Stubley, Adam Lee | John Futch |
| Case Initiated | Oct. 21, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| Violator Adam Lee Stubley |
Parking Violation Parking time limited 2-hour parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9167 PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Futch confirmed that he issued Citation # 9167 on October 21, 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 composite Exhibit 1.
Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Adam Lee Stubley 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.
| 19-2935 CE | 508 Means Court | Dunbar, Joseph Dunbar, Micheal |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Joseph Dunbar Micheal Dunbar 2451 N Seacrest Blvd Boynton Beach, FL 33435 |
TENANT: Christine Monroe 508 Means Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 2015 NEC - Temporary Lighting
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
Officer Debevec said the violator has added pavers in an effort to rectify the problem.
Cristalyn West was sworn in. She said there was no room to park the cars and the Police Department told her that parking in the street was dangerous.
After looking at the photos again, Code Compliance Manager Arraiz recommended continuing this case to allow the Code Officer to check this information with the Police Department.
| 19-1592 CE | 806 N 22nd Street | Williams, Dan | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | June 27, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Dan Williams 417 N 31st St Ft. Pierce, FL 34954 |
TENANT: Tenant 806 N 22nd St Apt A Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Tenant 806 N 22nd St Apt B Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.1 - Exterior Structure - General
Dan Williams was sworn in. He asked if he needed a permit? After looking at the photos showing the violations, Code Compliance Manager Arraiz, said probably not, but he should check with the building department.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Dan Williams has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 30 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.
| 19-2402 CE | 207 Dixieland Drive | Castor, Natacha | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 1, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Natacha Castor 207 Dixieland Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
IPMC 302.7 Accessory Structure
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48(4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48(1)(5) - Outside Storage
Simon and Natacha Castor were sworn in. Mr. Castor said he didn't know they couldn't put the garbage cans under the trees; but they would be moved to the back. Officer Debevec spoke to the owner and explained that they needed to clean up, put things out of sight and repair the fence. He asked for more time to repair the fence.
The Special Magistrate found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) 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.
Special Magistrate found that Section 16-46, 15-47, 16-48 (1) (5) and IPMC 302.7 do exist and that Natacha Castor has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 10 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinance Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) and 60 days for IPMC 302.7. 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.
| 19-2999 CE | 102 Hialeah Avenue | King, Larry & Vicky | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 8, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Larry & Vicky King 102 Hialeah Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section 22-60 (I)(2)(B) - Commercial Vehicle
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building (covered windows)
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) - Parking on Other Than Pavement
Larry and Vicky King were sworn in. Mrs. King said they could get the violations corrected in 10 days but asked why all of the other neighbors were not being cited. She said they have vehicles, boats, shutters etc. in their yards and on their homes. Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said we acted on a neighbor complaint; but when the officer investigates the complaint, they usually take notice of the homes around them. If they observe violations, they send a notice of violation and a deadline to comply.
The Special Magistrate found that the Section 22-60 (1)(2)(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.
Special Magistrate found that Section 5-1.104.5 and 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Larry & Vicky King have committed or is responsible for the violation(s). 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 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.
| 19-2707 CE | 2106 Golfview Court | JBM Properties LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 17, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: JBM Properties 12723 Ashley Falls Dr San Diego, CA 92130 |
INTERESTED PARTY: Jacob Benmoshe 2106 Golfview Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Yarron Benmoshe 5225 Collins Ave Unit 111 Miami, FL 33140 |
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure - General
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
Section 16-25 (C) Responsibility for Containers
Officer Debevec said there had been no changes; however, the owner is aware of the violations.
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that JBM Properties 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 would 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.
| 19-2747 CE | 3101 Oleander Avenue - Bay 3 | R Stein LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: R Stein LLC 670 Weaverville Hwy - Suite 6 Ashville, NC 28804 |
TENANT: Fitz Repair Shop 3101 Oleander Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Kenneth A Norman 2400 S.E Federal Highway, Fourth Floor Stuart, FL 34994 |
Section: 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section: 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section: 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz explained the code ordinance and the process for Business Tax Receipts to Special Magistrate Pelletier.
The Special Magistrate found that the violation does exist is and R Stein LLC has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 0 days in which to obtain or close out the Business Tax Receipt with the City Clerk’s office. In the event the violation(s) are not brought into compliance within the time period given, per Section 162.09, Fla. Stat., a fine of $150.00 per day will be assessed. She further ordered that after the 30-day period, if not in compliance, all utilities to the premises were to be suspended while the violation continues. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County
| 18-2943 Massey | 606 S Ocean Drive | Tarr, Steve | Peggy Arraiz |
| Case Initiated: | December 11, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Massey |
| PREVIOUS OWNER: Palm Haven Ocean Development LLC 416 SE Cortez Avenue Stuart, FL 34994 |
CURRENT OWNER: Steven Tarr 4521 PGA Blvd #201 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 |
Section(s): IPMC 302.7 Accessory Structure.
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) Outside Storage.
Section(s): IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment.
Special Magistrate Pelletier, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $7,880.00 to $1,153.12 payable in 30 days. If not paid within this time the fines would revert to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk