Minutes 04-16-08
MINUTES OF THE CODE COMPLIANCE BOARD MEETING
HELD ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2008 P.M.
IN CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PRESENT:
Michele Costantino, Chair
Richard Yerzy, First Vice Chair
Kathleen Carroll
Robert Foot
Canaan Himmelbaum
Mark Karageorge
George Moyer
Scott Blasie, Code Compliance Administrator
David Tolces, Assistant City Attorney
I. Call to Order
Chair Costantino called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. Approval of Agenda
Willie Webb, Senior Code Officer, requested Case #07-3227 be tabled for 60 days to
June 18, 2008.
Motion
Mr. Moyer moved to table Case #07-3227 until the Code Compliance Board meeting to
be held on June 18, 2008. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Officer Webb announced the following: Case #08-770, Case #08-776, Case #08-480,
Case #07-3427, Case #07-3427, and Case #08-471 were removed; Case #08-825,
Case #08-908, Case #08-400, Case #08-707, and Case #08-597 complied.
Motion
Ms. Carroll moved to accept. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
III. Approval of February 20, 2008, February 28, 2008 and March 19, 2008
Minutes
The following correction was made to the minutes of the Code Board Hearing of
February 20, 2008:
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On Page 27 - Case #07-561, the following narrative should have appeared:
Mr. Moyer moved to table Case #07-561 until the Code Compliance Board
meeting to be held April 16, 2008. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
The following correction was made to the minutes of Lien Reduction Hearing of
February 28, 2008:
On Page 2 - Case #07-178, add "Code Compliance Coordinator" after Diane
Springer.
The following correction was made to the minutes of the Code Board Hearing of March
18, 2008:
On Page 1, Call to Order - Remove the following language: "and wished all a
Happy New Year."
Motion
Mr. Foot moved for all three sets of minutes to be approved subject to the corrections.
Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
IV. Swearing in of Witnesses and Introduction
Attorney Tolces explained the hearing procedures and administered the oath to all who
would be testifying.
V. New Business
A. Cases to Be heard
Officer Webb called the roll and determined who was present.
Chair Costentino requested Case #08-504 be heard first, as the respondents had a child
with them, followed by Case #06-259 and Case #07-1901, as the attorneys were
present. There was no objection from the board.
Case #08-504 (Taken out of order)
Location:
Violations:
Vitay J. Joseph and Marie Wright
426 NW 8th Avenue
CH 15-ART.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
CH15-ART.IX-15-120(E) Inc.
Remove trash and debris. Remove
all unregistered, inoperable vehicles.
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repair and paint roof and fascia.
Remove all outside storage.
Mike Melillo, Senior Code Officer, presented the case and reviewed the details of the
violations. Service was obtained by posting. Everything had complied, with the
exception of the roof. Officer Melillo had spoken to the tenant on several occasions.
Vitay J. Joseph, 426 NW 8th Avenue, pled not guilty. The damages were caused by
hurricanes, and Citizens Insurance refused to repair the roof. Mr. Vitay had been in
contact with the adjuster and was awaiting results. He indicated he could comply in 90
days.
Office Melillo noted damages were to the fascia and edge of the roof, which did not
represent safety issues. The inside of the house was dry.
Chair Costantino requested Mr. Joseph let Code know as soon as possible when a
determination was made the by adjuster.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-504, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that Joseph J. Vitay and Marie Wright are in violation of City of
Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before July -!6, ~2008. The board has considered the
gravity of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous
violations by the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply
with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per day for each day the violations
continue past July 16, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The
respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance
Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with
this order. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #06- 259
Ka Hock and Jeanne G. Co. 3452 W. Boynton Beach Blvd.
Officer Melillo presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. The Notice
of Violation was sent on February 6, 2006. Permit #04-3818 expired for lack of
progress. A new permit must be obtained within 90 days, or all work must be removed
from the site. The Code Compliance Hearing date was February 20, 2008, and no one
appeared. The compliance date and proposed fine set by the board was March 21,
2008, or $500 per day. The violation still existed, and there were 25 days of non-
compliance. The respondent previously appeared before the board relating to a
landscaping issue.
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Attorney Tolces advised the City commenced litigation against Dr. Go for doing business
without a business tax receipt, and he had outstanding Code violations. The City
entered into a settlement agreement; however, the respondent had not complied with
the terms thereof. Options were being considered with respect to enforcing the
settlement agreement. The pending case was an outgrowth of a prior case
David Andrew Geller, Esq., 135 Weston Road, Suite 205, Weston, FL 33326,
appeared on behalf of Dr. Go.
Ka Hock Go, 3452 W. Boynton Beach Blvd., provided his name and address for the
record.
Attorney Geller requested the lien penalty certification be tabled. He advised Dr. Go
had relied on his previous architects and was not involved in daily operations. As such,
the work had not received the attention it should have. In order to rectify the situation,
Dr. Go hired a new architectural designer, who was working with the City to move the
permitting process forward as quickly as possible. In addition, there was damage to Dr.
Go's building resulting from a collision, which Attorney Geller contended exacerbated
the situation. Attorney Geller noted the first architectural designer with whom Dr. Go
had worked was Mr. Genner, followed by Steve Sanders, with whom Dr. Go currently
had a contract. Attorney Geller noted the preliminary drawings were prepared by Mr.
Sanders, and they would be meeting with Ed Breese, Principal Planner, on the morning
of April 17, 2007. He added Mr. Sanders had been working with the engineers
regarding bid proposals, and the insurance adjuster with regard to the accident.
Subsequent to the preliminary meeting, Attorney Geller anticipated a three-week time
period within which the drawings would be submitted. Were it not for the accident, the
preliminary meeting would already have occurred. Police reports had been requested
but had not yet been received.
Board discussion ensued and it was noted, while the accident was unfortunate, it had
nothing to do with the expiration of the permit.
Scott Blasie, Code Compliance Administrator, confirmed tomorrow's meeting with
Planning and Zoning, noting there were two issues at hand: (1) completion of the
permitting process; and (2) a change of use sought by the respondents. Mr. Blasie
indicated his notes from Planning and Zoning referred to the collision involving Dr. Go's
building, wherein an exterior wall was destroyed. The notes also indicated the
respondents wished to change the use of the building to a day-care and to add two
stories to the medical facility on the south side.
Concerns expressed by the board pertained to the time factor. It was believed the site
plan modification would require a good deal more than three weeks, while the current
violation continued and the fine accumulated.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #06-259, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that the respondents have not complied with the board's
order dated February 20, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondents, that this board impose and certify a fine in the
amount of $500 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until
the respondents come into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certificate of fine. Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
The following cases were taken out of order:
Case #07-1901 Ocean Avenue Holding LLC
Edward R. Copp
306 E. Ocean Avenue #104
Case #07-1902 Ocean Avenue Holding LLC
Edward R. Copp
306 E. Ocean Avenue #112
Case #07-1903 Ocean Avenue Holding LLC
Edward R. Copp
306 E. Ocean Avenue #204
Case #07-1904 Ocean Avenue Holding LLC
Edward R. Copp
306 E. Ocean Avenue #205
Case #07-1905 Ocean Avenue Holding LLC
Edward R. Copp
306 E. Ocean Avenue #210
Mr. Blasie explained the above cases were heard at the Lien Reduction Hearing of
February 28, 2008. Katherine Copp, of South Lyon, Michigan, one-third owner of Ocean
Avenue Holding LLC, had appeared on behalf of the firm. Residents of the
condominium association had also attended. Staff was contacted by Mrs. Copp's
attorney and asked if there was any potential for reconsideration. Mr. Blasie suggested
the attorney draft correspondence to be reviewed by the City Attorney. A copy of the
correspondence was included in the packet. It was Mr. Blasie's decision to bring this
item back to the board in order that due process be extended. If the board opted to
reconsider the issue with counsel present, the item would be scheduled for the next
regular meeting in May. If not, and the respondents wished to appeal the decision to
the City Commission, Mr. Blasie would facilitate the request.
Several board members believed the matter should not be reconsidered, based on the
board's deliberation, the treatment of Officer Webb, and the views of other residents of
the condominium association. The board wished to hear from the attorney as to why
he believed the board might have had a change of heart.
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Guy M. Shir, Esq., 1800 NW Corporate Blvd., Suite 102, Boca Raton 33431, noted that
he was unable to attend the previous Lien Reduction meeting. He understood the
board's concerns relating to the son, Ryan Copp, but believed there was a compelling
reason for reconsideration. Attorney Shir offered to present more egregious cases
wherein reductions had been far greater than in the case at hand. He did not believe
Mrs. Copp should be punished for the unacceptable behavior of her son. He believed
he could persuade the board to reconsider.
Highlights of the board's discussion included:
. The fines had already been reduced by nearly two-thirds of the original amount.
. The parents were not concerned with the manner in which the son operated the
business, and the father, mother and son should be equally responsible for the
violations.
. The issue was subjective and could not be compared to other cases.
. The basis upon which the board reduced other liens might not adequately be
found in the minutes or the attorney's interpretation of the data, nor should the
board be compelled to rely upon its recollections.
Attorney Tolces pointed out the board's only task was to decide whether it wished to
reconsider the case, based upon the attorney's presentataion.
Motion
Mr. Karageorge moved not to reconsider the case, and to let it stand as is. Mr. Moyer
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Attorney Tolces noted the board's decision applied to all five cases.
Case #08-774
Location:
Violations:
ATM Trading Inc. - Kwik Stop
524 NE 22nd Avenue
CH.2.5-12 and CH.2.5-13
Excessive false alarms.
Mr. Blasie presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. The
respondents were cited on March 11, 2008, and service was effectuated by certified
mail. The sum of $525 in fines was owed to the City. The respondents' representative
was present and submitted a letter requesting a waiver of the fines. The letter,
together with Mr. Blasie's response, was included in the packet. The City's Alarm Code
allowed Mr. Blasie, as Chief of Police Designee, to permit a waiver or reduction of false
alarm fees under certain criteria. One of the conditions required proof of alarm repair
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within 30 days. Mr. Khan's letter to the Police Department indicated he was unaware
there was a penalty for false alarms. Nevertheless, on two previous occasions, he was
fined and made payments for excessive false alarms. Based on the timing of the
response to the false alarms, previous alarm issues and the lack of justification in Mr.
Khan's request, Mr. Blasie could not in good faith waive or reduce the fines. However,
he reminded the board the issue at hand pertained to the false alarm fines due the City
and not Mr. Blasie's ability to waive or reduce the fines.
Mohammed Khan, 39 E. Tara Lakes Drive, advised he was not contesting the fines
but was requesting a reduction of the penalty. He was reminded his request was not
within the board's scope of authority. He contended he was unaware the false alarm
fees jumped from $75 to $100 and to $150. He also contended he was unaware of
Police presence at his store, as no notice was left. He visited City staff and was advised
a work order was needed for a reduction of the fines. He contended he was not aware
a work order was needed.
Chair Costantino inquired whether, at the time of application, the applicant was
provided with the Code and information pertaining to the fee structure of false alarm
fines.
Diane Springer, Code Compliance Coordinator, noted applicants, when applying for
decals, were provided with a packet containing the Code and explanations pertaining to
false alarms. However, in this instance, Mr. Khan may not have been in possession of
the current Code as he had received the decal some time ago. At the time Mr. Khan
came to the office questioning the fines, he was provided with a copy of the Code, was
notified of the amount of the fines, and was made aware that a work order was
necessary. Attorney Tolces added everyone was presumed to have knowledge of what
the law required.
It was established that the respondent had been properly noticed, and a plea was
necessary.
Mr. Khan pled no contest, but requested, in the future, the City not delay notification of
fines accruing. Chair Costantino reminded the respondent that issues pertaining to the
manner of notification would have to be addressed with the Chief of Police or City
Commission. Mr. Khan acknowledged he was in possession of the current Code and
understood its contents.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-774, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that ATM Trading Inc. and Kwik Stop are in violation of City
of Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before May 16, 2008. The board has considered the gravity
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of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by
the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this
order, a fine in the amount of $50 per day for each day the violations continue past
May 16, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further
ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to
arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order.
Mr. Moyer believed the $50 fine was not sufficient as the violation had occurred before.
Mr. Karageorge agreed to amend to $100. Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Attorney Tolces advised Mr. Khan he was required to pay the fines by May 16, 2008, or
additional fines of $100 per day would begin accruing. The board's order would be
provided by mail.
Case # 08-446
Anthony and Pamela Ardolino (Owners)
(Florida Default Law Group) (Other
Party)
4 Colonial Club Drive #102
BBA FBC '04 105.1.1
Permit #05-4161 was voided due to time limit.
Obtain permit for kitchen cabinets and GRI for
washer and dryer. See red tag.
Location:
Violation:
Luney Guillaume, Code Compliance Inspector, presented the case and reviewed the
details of the violations. The initial inspection occurred on February 6, 2008. Written
notice was provided and service was effectuated by certified mail.
Anthony Ardolino, 3734 Quail Ridge Drive N., pled no contest. He advised he no
longer owned the property, which had been signed over to the Bankruptcy Court. The
respondents did not have any documents in their possession evidencing the bankruptcy.
They did have an attorney and advised Diane Springer of the transaction approximately
two months ago. Attorney Tolces pointed out the board could table the case for 30
days and request the necessary documents be provided. As the violation ran with the
land, Attorney Tolces suggested the notice of violation be sent to the Bankruptcy
Trustee.
Mr. Blasie noted his files contained documents, but they were inconclusive as to
whether the transaction or process had been finalized. Mr. Ardolina believed the papers
were filed January 29, 2008, and he had been making payments to the Court. Attorney
Tolces again recommended tabling the case for 30 days.
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Motion
Mr. Himmelbaum moved to table Case #08-446 until the next Code Compliance Board
meeting to be held on May 21, 2008. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Pursuant to the suggestion of Attorney Tolces, the respondents agreed to have their
attorney forward the documents to Code Compliance.
Case #07-3050
Location:
Violations:
M 56 Enterprises Inc.
4742 N. Congress Avenue
Art. IX Sec.15-120(A)
PT3-LDR.CH7.5-II. Sec. 5.B
Cut all trees and hedges on the
south side of the property to remove
all sidewalk obstruction. Restore
landscaping to original plan on file with
the City (or approved amended plan).
Skip Lewis, Senior Code Officer, presented the case and reviewed the details of the
violations. The initial inspection was made on October 24, 2007, and service was
effectuated by certified mail. The City recommended 15 days to comply. Alex Daszkal
was present.
Alex Daszkal, 788 NE 8th Way, Boca Raton 33487, registered agent for M 56
Enterprises Inc., pled no contest. Some of the work had been completed. They were
waiting for Kevin Hallahan, the City Forester, to return from vacation to sign off on the
landscape plan before the dead trees and shrubs could be replaced. All the trimming
had been completed, but Mr. Hallahan wanted some of the landscaping replaced
pursuant to the original plan, which was approximately 14 years old. This would not
present a problem and a landscaper and irrigation specialist had been engaged. Mr.
Daszkal and Officer Lewis had discussed 60 days for compliance.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3050, Mr. Foot moved
that this board find that M 56 Enterprises Inc. is in violation of City of Boynton Beach
Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations
on or before June 15, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $100 per day for each day the violations continue past June 15, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
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the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-900
Frederic and Robert Ireland and
John H., Jr. and Ronald Razz
516 NW 10th Avenue
CH15-Art.IX-120(D) Inc.
Remove all unregistered and inoperable
vehicles from property.
Location:
Violation:
Officer Melillo presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice.
Fred Ireland, 1551 NW 3rd Street, pled no contest. He noted the vehicles were being
restored and covered. Chair Costantino noted the vehicle had to be operable, licensed
and insured.
Oliver Razz, 516 NW 10th Avenue, requested 45 days to register the vehicles. He
contended there was nothing wrong with the vehicle in question, a 1975 Oldsmobile
Delta 88, adding he purchased another car which became his main source of
transportation. Officer Melillo noted the violation pertained to one vehicle and provided
photographs taken two days ago. To date, the vehicle remained on the property, was
elevated on jack stands and was covered.
Discussion ensued as to how many days to allow for compliance. Suggestions included
2, 10, and 30 days to register and insure the vehicle.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-900, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that Frederic and Robert Ireland and John H., Jr. and Ronald
Razz are in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to
order that the respondents correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The
board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken by the
respondents, and any previous violations by the respondents, and hereby orders that if
the respondents do not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per day for
each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach
Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify
compliance with this order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion.
Chair Costantino requested a roll call vote.
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Roll Call Vote
The motion failed 3-4 (Mr. Moyer, Ms. Carroll, Mr. Yerzy and Mr. Himmelbaum
dissenting).
Motion
Based on "the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-900, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that Frederic and Robert Ireland and John H., Jr. and Ronald Razz
are in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to order
that the respondents correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The board has
considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any
previous violations by the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do
not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $50 per day for each day the
violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The
respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance
Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with
this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-901
Location:
Violations:
T.B. and Clara E. Hicks
522 NW 5th Street
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
PT3-LDR.CH2. Sec. 5.D.l
Remove all unregistered and inoperable
vehicles and all outside storage from
property
Officer Melillo presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice.
Mr. Hicks, 522 NW 5th Street, son of the respondents, pled no contest and noted his
parents were aware he was appearing on their behalf. Mr. Hicks indicated the
respondents could comply in 30 days. Officer Melillo presented photographs of a
Mercury Cougar convertible and covered outside storage. The Mercury was the only
vehicle remaining on the property and was operable. The vehicle was involved in a
collision, and Mr. Hicks was attempting to either restore or sell it.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-901, Mr. Himmelbaum
moved that this board find that T.B. and Clara E. Hicks are in violation of City of
Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity
of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by
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the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this
order, a fine in the amount of $50 per day for each day the violations continue past
April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further
ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to
arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms.
Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #07-3184
Jabes Alencar
633 Ocean Inlet Drive
Courtney Cain, Code Officer, presented the case and reviewed the details of the
violations to trim or remove hedges by the road. The Notice of Violation date was
November 7, 2007. The Code Compliance Board hearing date was January 16, 2008,
and no one appeared. The compliance date and fine set by the board was January 26,
2008, or $100 per day. The respondent complied on March 31, 2008, having 64 days
of non-compliance.
Gidalti Alencar, 859 Jeffery Street, Apt. 201, Boca Raton 33487, brother of the
respondent, noted his name and address for the record. Officer Cain noted Mr. Alencar
had complied. The property was owned by Jabes Alencar, who attended the last
meeting but was currently out of the country. Officer Cain recommended "No Fine," as,
upon learning of the violations, Mr. Alencar immediately complied.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3184, Mr. Foot moved
that this board find that the respondent, Jabes Alencar, was in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Section(s) as cited, subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in this board's order of January 16, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent to remedy the violations, and previous
,violations of the Respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
$0 including administrative costs. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Case #08-346
Maudira & Zelima Delhomme
815 NW 6th Avenue
Skip Lewis, Senior Code Officer, presented the case and reviewed the details of the
violations which required the respondents to install a permitted barrier to meet Code,
restore the pool to a sanitary condition, and remove all trash, debris and outdoor
storage from the property. The Notice of Violation date was January 31, 2008. The
Code Compliance Board hearing date was March 19, 2008 and Zelima Delhomme did
appear. The compliance date and proposed fine set by the board was March 29, 2008,
or $100 per day. The violation still existed, having 17 days of non-compliance. Officer
Lewis noted the pool was a good deal clearer and in sanitary condition. The barrier was
still open, and storage remained in the back area.
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Zelima Delhomme, 815 NW 6th Avenue, noted her name and address for the record.
Officer Pierre served as Ms. Delhomme's interpreter. Ms. Delhomme indicated she, too,
wished to secure the pool as she was the mother of three children. Her house was in
foreclosure, and she was attempting to remedy this situation. She requested the board
work with her, and that a lien not be placed on the property.
The board noted its concern for the pool violation, and safety issues with respect
thereto. Ms. Delhomme contacted two contractors regarding the installation of the
barrier and was quoted the sum of $3,000, which she could not afford. She did not
have the quotes with her. Officer Lewis provided two photographs taken by him on
April 15, 2008 evidencing a temporary barrier and existing framework which had not
been maintained. Alternative options to the barrier were discussed. A new wood fence
could be installed through the permitting process. If the framework was not damaged,
it could be repaired and rescreened. Barriers could be placed around the pool rather
than rescreening the entire area.
Ms. Delhomme indicated she could not repair the enclosure but noted previous
photographs contained in staff's files evidenced the existence of a kiddie fence
surrounding the pool. There was evidence of the kiddie fence in the current
photographs as well. Mr. Blasie believed, with the proper permits and inspections, a
kiddie fence could serve as an approved barrier. Still, the board noted its concern with
the old framework, which had not been maintained and was also a safety hazard.
An inquiry was made by a board member with regard to the foreclosure of Ms.
Delhomme's home and whether refinancing would provide enough cash for her to
proceed with an enclosure. Ms. Delhomme advised that with her tax refund and
monies borrowed from friends, she was able to repay $8,000 to the bank, leaving a
balance due of $3,000. She suggested placing a fence in front of her house, as the back
property was already fenced in. This would require a permit and would not bring her
into compliance. Mr. Blasie indicated a barrier completely surrounding the pool was
necessary. He offered to visit the property and provide field advice in order to minimize
the financial impact to Ms. Delhomme. Whether or not a fence in the front yard would
be sufficient would be determined by the Code requirements in effect at the time the
pool was built. The barrier required at this point, without being physically on the
property, would be a fence or a screen enclosure.
Chair Costantino suggested the case be tabled for 30 days, pending a thorough
inspection of the property. This would also provide ample opportunity to determine
whether the existing partial child barrier was permitted. Mr. Blasie reiterated he would
visit the property tomorrow, together with Officer Pierre, and would seek assistance
from the Community Development Corporation (CDC) as well.
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Motion
Mr. Moyer moved that Case #08-346 be tabled until the Code Compliance Board
Meeting to be held on May 21, 2008. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Officer Pierre explained to Ms. Delhomme that the fine was continuing to run.
Case #07-3515
Rose A. Joaseus
465 SW Third Avenue
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations which were
to remove trash and debris, trim coconut trees, resurface and seal the driveway, and
obtain a business tax receipt. The Notice of Violation date was December 19, 2007.
The Code Compliance Board hearing date was February 20, 2008, and no one
appeared. The compliance date and proposed fine set by the board was March 6,
2008, or $100 per day. The violation still existed, with 40 days of non-compliance. The
representative was present.
Mr. Joaseus, 10750 Versailles Blvd., Wellington, Florida 33449, noted he was the
husband of Rose A. Joaseus, who was aware of Mr. Joaseus' attendance at tonight's
meeting. They did not reside at the property. He had attempted to correct the
violations prior to this meeting, but financial difficulties prevented him from doing so.
Officer Webb noted most of the trash and debris had been cleared and the coconut
trees had been trimmed. As the house was vacant, a business tax receipt was no
longer necessary. The violation remaining pertained to the driveway, and a small
amount of trash and debris. Officer Webb provided photographs. Mr. Joaseus hoped
the board could grant additional time to repair the driveway, and believed he could
comply in 30 days. He advised that he would attempt to rent the property in the future
and would obtain a business tax receipt. It was noted the violation, which had been
running for 40 days, would continue to run during the 30-day period, at $100 per day.
Mr. Joaseus contended he did not receive notification, as he did not reside at the
premises. He did visit the property and observed the notice on the mailbox. He
immediately telephoned Officer Webb and moved quickly to remedy the violations.
Officer Webb noted service was obtained by three postings, as well as by certified mail.
Chair Costantino suggested tabling the case for 30 days in order for Mr. Joaseus to
comply.
Motion
Mr. Karageorge moved that Case #07-3515 be tabled until the Code Compliance Board
Meeting to be held on May 21, 2008. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
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Mr. Joaseus was reminded the fine would continue to run at $100 per day. It was
suggested he contact Officer Webb when the repairs to the driveway had been
completed.
Mr. Blasie advised of the following lien reductions.
Case #00-545
Antoine A. Delian and
Marie Premier
1521 NE 2nd Street
Mr. Blasie presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. The case was
originally cited on March 13, 2000 for violations to the Standard Building Code, 1997
Edition, requiring the respondents to obtain a permit for enclosing the garage and
construction of a utility shed. The case appeared before the board on September 20,
2000, and Marie Premier did appear. The compliance date and fine established by the
board was December 18, 2000, or $25 per day. Staff documented compliance as of
January 22, 2008, having 2,590 days of non-compliance plus administrative costs. The
first lien reduction inspection on the property was conducted on January 24, 2008, and
there were a number of items that required attention in order to qualify for a lien
reduction. A new garage door was needed, the house was not secured, windows were
broken, a weather head for the electrical unit in the back of the house was not secured.
Mr. Blasie provided two photographs that were taken by Officer Melillo on September
18, 2000, and two photographs taken by Mr. Blasie today. The time-date stamp was
adjusted to reflect the correct time and date on Mr. Blasie's photographs.
John Lewis, 2001 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 502, West Palm Beach, Florida
33409, advised that Marie Premier and Antoine A. Delian were deceased. The property
had been out of compliance for some time and had been in foreclosure. Mr. Lewis was
affiliated with Highland Properties (general contractors and real estate investors) and
was contacted by the heirs of the respondents in order to remedy the situation.
Highland Properties was the current owner of record, having assumed ownership as of
January 9, 2008.
The heirs had contacted Highland Properties when the property was weeks away from a
foreclosure sale, as they did not wish to do anything about the property. Since
assuming ownership, Highland Properties had complied with all the items requiring
attention as follows:
. A new garage door was needed.
. The back door and garage door were not secured.
. The bathroom windows were broken.
. A new weather head was needed, which required electrical permits.
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. There were missing breaker switches in the panel box.
. An open sewer in the rear of the house had to be capped.
. There was an open electrical junction box.
. A permit was required to be pulled for the back room, and the back room had to
be finished.
. Rotted wood had to be repaired and replaced.
Mr. Lewis noted, to date, the cost of the repairs was approximately $15,000. It was the
intention of Highland Properties to complete the renovations for which they had
obtained permits, and hoped the board would grant a lien reduction in the form of an
administrative fee.
Discussion ensued and it was noted Highland Properties should be commended for
assuming responsibility for the property as, if a bank were to take over the property, it
would likely lay fallow.
Motion
Mr. Yerzy moved in favor of administrative costs. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion.
Discussion ensued. Highlights included:
. The company knew of the risks involved in assuming responsibility for the
property .
. While they expended a considerable sum to address the repairs needed, the
property had not been in compliance for 8 years.
. The heirs of the deceased property owners did not care enough to do anything
about the property.
. Highland Properties took over the property on January 9th and acted swiftly to
turn the property around.
. It was hoped, after the completion of the renovations, the property would be
sold to a homeowner who would live in the house and take care of it.
Mr. Foot suggested reducing the penalty to $3,200 (5% of the $64,000) together with
the administrative costs, for a total of $4,063.
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Motion
Mr. Foot moved to amend the original motion to change the amount from
administrative costs to a total of $4,000 even, including administrative costs. The
motion died for lack of a second.
Discussion ensued. Highlights were as follows:
. Administrative costs would be acceptable based on the swift turnaround of the
property.
. Highland Properties, a for-profit business, would be providing additional
upgrades in order to enhance the neighborhood.
Vote
The motion passed 6-1 (Mr. Foot dissenting).
Attorney Tolces noted for the record, the total administrative costs were $826.18.
Mr. Blasie noted the board's decision was subject to review by the City Commission, and
an appeal by either a City Commission member or the applicant. There was a 7-day
time period for review, which would commence upon Code's receipt of the minutes and
validating the order of the board for submission to the City Commission. It was
recommended Mr. Lewis contact either Mr. Blasie or Ms. Springer in a week to ten days
in order to determine the appropriate timeframe.
Case #06-2147
Bernard E. and Gloria P. Turner
300 SW 13th Avenue
Mr. Blasie presented the case which was originally cited August 23, 2006. The
violations pertaining to a large shed in the backyard that required a permit and
inspections. The case came before the board on October 18, 2006, and Dean Hillman
appeared. The compliance date and fine were established on December 17, 2006, or
$25 per day. Staff documented compliance on July 30, 2007 for 224 days of non-
compliance. Mr. Blasie provided a photograph of the shed taken on January 17th, and
two photographs showing the property, taken on today's date.
Dean and Susan Hillman, 300 SW 13th Avenue, provided their names and address for
the record. Mr. Hillman and Mrs. Hillman are the son-in-law and daughter, respectively,
of Bernard E. and Gloria P. Turner. The respondents were aware Mr. and Mrs. Hillman
were appearing on their behalf. The Hillmans sought a lien reduction in the amount of
the administrative costs. Mr. Blasie noted at the time of the October 18th meeting, the
Hillmans were attempting to obtain a copy of the original survey. They had attempted
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to comply. However, as they could not engage any architects, the shed was
demolished.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #06-2147, and having been
advised that the respondents have complied with all lien reduction procedures set forth
in Section 2-84 through 2-89 of the City of Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances, Mr.
Yerzy moved that this board reduce the fine instituted in Case #06-2147, by virtue of
this board's order of October 18, 2006, to an amount of $826.18, which reflects
administrative costs. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Mr. Blasie noted the board's decision was subject to review by the City Commission, and
an appeal by either a City Commission member or the applicant. There was a 7-day
time period for review, which would commence upon Code's receipt of the minutes and
validating the order of the board for submission to the City Commission. It was
recommended Mr. Lewis contact either Mr. Blasie or Ms. Springer in a week to ten days
in order to determine exactly the appropriate timeframe.
Case #07-3423
Marcellus Jean Francois
238 SW 5th Avenue
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. The Notice
of Violation date was December 6, 2007 and pertained to the removal of trash and
oversized vehicles. The Code Compliance Hearing date was January 16, 2008, and
Marcelus Francois appeared. The compliance date and proposed fine were set by the
board for January 31, 2008, or $5,000 per day. The violation still existed, having 75
days of non-compliance. The respondent was present.
Marcellus Jean Francois, 238 SW 5th Avenue, noted his name and address for the
record. The case had been previously tabled as current photographs were not
available. Diane Springer and Chief Code and Rehabilitation Officer Pete Roy inspected
the property and provided photographs that were taken on March 20, 2008. Officer
Webb also provided photographs that were taken today. It was noted the respondent
was a repeat violator.
Mr. Francois contended all the vehicles on the property were registered. The
photographs taken today at 2:52 p.m. evidenced trash, debris, junk, fencing and auto
parts were still on the property.
The fines had accumulated and to date, totaled $375,000. Despite opportunities
provided, the respondent had not corrected the violations, nor had he provided any
timetable as to when the violations would be corrected.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3423, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
January 16, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $5,000
per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent
comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of
fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-71
Neptune & Monique Ambroise
621 S. Seacrest Blvd.
Officer Webb presented the case. The Notice of Violation date was January 10, 2008.
The violation pertained to the sale of cars that belonged to a car dealership. The Code
Compliance hearing date was set for February 20, 2008, and Neptune & Monique
Ambroise appeared. The compliance date and proposed fine set by the board was
February 21, 2008, or $500 per occurrence (the first board order-Cease and Desist). An
occurrence took place on February 26, 2008.
Neptune Ambroise, 521 S. Seacrest Blvd., provided his name and address for the
record. Chair Costantino noted the respondent had sold cars on February 26, 2008 and
as such, was in violation of the board's order. Through Officer Pierre, his interpreter,
Mr. Ambroise contended he had not sold any cars on February 26th, nor had he sold any
cars in nearly a year.
Officer Webb provided photographs reflecting a Lexus with a Volkswagen tag. Mr.
Ambroise contended the auto did not belong to him, nor did he know to whom it
belonged. The Lexis did not display a "for sale" sign. Mr. Ambroise asserted a van,
Ford and Toyota were the only vehicles on his property.
Officer Webb noted an occurrence on January 8, 2008 at 10:44 a.m., wherein it was
observed a Nissan Quest had a sign displayed on the rear of the vehicle indicating the
title had arrived and "100% green light."
Attorney Tolces pointed out the only uses permitted in the R-1A single-family residential
district were those uses permitted in the R-l AAA, R-l MB, and R-l M districts
(including single-family dwellings, churches, City-owned and operated facilities, private
golf courses, schools, home occupations, community residential homes, and nursery
schools). The board would have to determine whether the respondent was selling
vehicles, which was not a permitted use. Officer Webb noted the other four violations
had been corrected.
Board discussion ensued. Highlights included:
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. While the tag on the Lexis bore a Volkswagen tag, there was not enough
evidence available to indicate the respondent was selling vehicles from his
property .
. The respondent contended he did not own the Lexis, nor did he know to whom it
belonged. The accepted course of events would have been to report an
abandoned vehicle on one's property.
Attorney Tolces pointed out he believed the only item that was subject to the Cease
and Desist Order was the unauthorized use which was set at $500 per occurrence. The
original order could not be modified to either increase the fine to the maximum of
$5,000 per occurrence or to include unregistered vehicles; rather a new case would
have to be established.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-71, Ms. Carroll moved that
this board find that Neptune and Monique Ambroise are not in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances Section as cited in this board's Cease and Desist
Order dated February 20, 2008. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
The board recessed at 9:27 p.m. and reconvened at 9:28 p.m.
Case #08-494
Location:
Violations:
Jeanne Araia
331 NE 15th Court
10-2 B.B.C. of Ord.
CH15-Art. IX-15-120(D) Inc.
424.2.17.1.8 FBC 2000
Clean pool and make sure pumps
are in good working order. Secure
pool. Remove all trash, buckets and
debris from front and side of house.
Officer Cain presented the case and reviewed the details of the violation. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26,
2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-494, Mr. Foot moved that
this board find that Jeanne Araia is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections
as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or before
April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
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taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby
orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of
$100 per day for each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-585
Location:
Violations:
Daniel J. Rose
2604 NE 3rd St.
CH 15-Art.IX -15-120(E) Inc.
CHP. 13, Art. 2 EC 13-16
Repair door under carport. Obtain
business tax receipt to rent residence.
Officer Cain presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26,
2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-585, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that Daniel J. Rose is in violation of City of Boynton Beach
Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations
on or before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $50 per day for each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-622
Location:
Violations:
Rosette Pierre
2152 NE 1st Ct.
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
10-2 B.B.C. of Ord.
Remove washer from rear yard and
mow overgrown property.
Officer Cain presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26,
2008, for compliance. Officer Cain noted the washer had been removed and was,
therefore, in compliance.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-622, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Rosette Pierre is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections
as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or before
April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby
orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of
$100 per day for each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-881
Location:
Violations:
Euvard Henrys
2152 NE 1st Court
10-2 B.B.C. of Ord.
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
Mow overgrowth and remove all buckets
from side and rear yard.
Officer Cain presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26,
2008 to comply. The grass was mowed and, therefore, came into compliance. The
buckets still have to be moved from the yard.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-881, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Euvard Henrys is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or
before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $50 per day for each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08- 235
Location:
Violations:
Seacrest Trust and C. Prescott Trust
3612 S. Seacrest Blvd.
10-2 B.B.C. of Ord.
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Mow overgrown yard and trim hedges.
Officer Guillaume presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April
26, 2008, for compliance.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-235, Ms. Carroll moved
that this board find that Seacrest Trust and C. Prescott Trust are in violation of City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity
of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by
the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this
order, a fine in the amount of $50 per day for each day the violations continue past
April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further
ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to
arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Foot
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-711
Valerie Brinks (Florida Default Law
Group)
906 SW 2ih Avenue
10-2 B.B.C. of Ord.
424.2.17.1.1 through 10
Remove dank water and install proper
pool barrier to secure pool.
Location:
Violations:
Officer Guillaume presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by certified mail. The City recommended 5 days, until April 21, 2008,
to com ply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-711, Mr. Foot moved that
this board find that Valerie Brinks is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections
as cited, and moved to order that the respondent corrects the violations on or before
April 21, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby
orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of
$1,000 per day for each day the violations continue past April 21, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
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the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-712
Location:
Violations:
Andrea and Dante Flora
911 SW 27th Place
10-2 B.B.e. of Ord.
424.2.17.1.1. through 10
Remove dank water and install a proper
pool barrier to secure pool.
Officer Guillaume presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 5 days, until April 21,
2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-712, Mr. Foot moved that
this board find that Andrea and Dante Flora are in violation of City of Boynton Beach
Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents correct the violations
on or before April 21, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by the respondents, and
hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $1,000 per day for each day the violations continue past April 21, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further ordered to contact
the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-
inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Karageorge
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-803
Location:
Violations:
Jon Paul and Cristina Brancato
96 Citrus Park Lane
10-2 B.B.e. of Ord.
Mow, trim and weed. Remove all
dank (green) water from pool.
Officer Lewis presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26,
2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-803, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that Jon Paul and Cristina Brancato are in violation of City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity
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of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by
the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this
order, a fine in the amount of $500 per day for each day the violations continue past
April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further
ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to
arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms.
Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-542
Location:
Violations:
Estiverne Vagunice
651 SW 2nd Avenue
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) 1 Inc.
Mow and de-weed all overgrown yard
areas. Repair wood fence. Remove all
trash and debris.
Officer Lewis presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service was
effectuated by certified mail. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1, 2008, to
comply. The respondent was a repeat offender.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-542, Ms. Carroll moved to
find that Estiverne Vagunice is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections as
cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or before May
1, 2008. Based upon the evidence presented in this case, the board finds a repeat
violation of the Code Sections as cited. Having also considered the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent, the board hereby orders that if the
respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $500 per day for
each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify
compliance with this order. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-890
Location:
Violations:
Ameritech International Inc.
SW 8th Street
14-3 B.B.C. of Ord.
PT 3-LDR.CH2 Sec.5.D.l
Remove trucks, trailer and equipment
from vacant lot. Vacant property is not
an approved parking area. (Vehicles over
one ton are not permitted).
Officer Lewis advised this case complied at 5:00 p.m. this evening.
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Motion
Ms. Carroll moved to dismiss Case #08-890. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-696
Location:
Violations:
Maretha Medeus & Johnny Grimes
240 NE 13th Avenue
CH.15-Art.lX-15-120(D) Inc.
Remove all trash and outside storage.
Officer Melillo presented the case and reviewed the details of the violation. Service was
effectuated by posting of the notice. Officer Melillo noted the violation constituted a
hazard. The City recommended 10 days, until April 26, 2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-696, Mr. Himmelbaum
moved that this board find that Maretha Medeus and Johnny Grimes are in violation of
City of Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents
correct the violations on or before April 26, 2008. The board has considered the gravity
of the violations, the actions taken by the respondents, and any previous violations by
the respondents, and hereby orders that if the respondents do not comply with this
order, a fine in the amount of $500 per day for each day the violations continue past
April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondents are further
ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to
arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-399
Location:
Violations:
Frederick Moore
3035 E. Palm Drive
CH15-Art.lX-120(D) Inc.
Repair driveway and de-weed and
trim yard. Remove unregistered
and inoperable vehicle.
Officer Pierre presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations.
Service was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 30 days, until
May 16, 2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-399, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Frederick Moore is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or
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before May 16, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $250 per day for each day the violations continue past May 16, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion
that passed unanimously.
Case #08-402
Location:
Violations:
Ulrick and Yvonne Joseph
3180 E. Atlantic Drive
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
Remove all unregistered and inoperable
vehicles from property.
Officer Pierre presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1,
2008, to comply. The respondents were repeat offenders.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-402, Mr. Foot moved to
find that Ulrick and Yvonne Joseph are in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents correct the violations on or
before May 1, 2008. Based upon the evidence presented in this case, the board finds a
repeat violation of the Code Sections as cited. Having also considered the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent, the board hereby orders that if the
respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $1,000 per day for
each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify
compliance with this order. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Case #08-410
Location:
Violations:
Gregory and Rose Johnson
3290 N. Seacrest Blvd.
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
Remove all unregistered and inoperable
vehicles. Repair driveway.
Officer Pierre presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by certified mail. The City recommended 30 days, until May 16, 2008,
to comply. The respondents were repeat offenders.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-410, Mr. Moyer moved to
find that Gregory and Rose Johnson are in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondents correct the violations on or
before May 16, 2008. Based upon the evidence presented in this case, the board finds
a repeat violation of the Code Sections as cited. Having also considered the gravity of
the violations, the actions taken by the respondent, the board hereby orders that if the
respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $1,000 per day for
each day the violations continue past May 16, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify
compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-944
Location:
Violations:
Florida 4C Prop.
2508 N. Federal Highway
CH 15-Art.lX-15-120(D) Inc.
Remove unregistered and inoperable
vehicle from property. Remove loose trash.
Mow and trim lot.
Officer Pierre presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1,
2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-944, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that Florida 4C Prop. is in violation of City of Boynton Beach
Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations
on or before May 1, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $100 per day for each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Himmelbaum seconded the
motion that passed unanimously.
Case #07-3555
Location:
Violations:
Constance S. Lassiter
550 NW 12th Avenue
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII. Sec.1.G
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII. Sec.2.A
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII. Sec.2.B
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Repair front door, kitchen light, AjC,
shower, toilet and smoke detectors.
Label electrical breaker panel. Remove
all mold and water leaks around
windows and doors. Secure permits for
window, door and electrical changes.
Officer Melillo presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 30 days, until May
16, 2008, to comply. Many of the violations had been corrected and permits had been
obtained. The property had been secured.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3555, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that Constance S. Lassiter is in violation of City of Boynton Beach
Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations
on or before May 16, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and
hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the
amount of $100 per day for each day the violations continue past May 16, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-524
Raul E. Estrada (Florida Default
Law Group)
440 SW 4th Avenue
CH15-Art.lX-15-120(D) inc.
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII.Sec. 1.G
Keep property mowed and free of
all trash and debris. Secure house to
prevent entry by the public.
Location:
Violations:
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed the details of the violations. Service
was effectuated by posting of the notice. The City recommended 10 days, until April
26, 2008, to comply. The property had not yet been secured. The respondent was a
repeat violator.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-524, Mr. Moyer moved to
find that Raul E. Estrada is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited,
and moved to order that the respondent corrects the violations on or before April 26,
2008. Based upon the evidence presented in this case, the board finds a repeat
violation of the Code Sections as cited. Having also considered the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent, the board hereby orders that if the
respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $1,000 per day for
each day the violations continue past April 26, 2008 plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to verify
compliance with this order. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
It was noted the Florida Default Law Group was handling foreclosures. To the extent
staff was aware a property was in foreclosure, notice was also being provided to the
attorneys handling the foreclosure matter.
Case #08-554
Avril Dieurita
{Law Offices of David Stern>
601 SW 3rd Street
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII, Sec.1G
Secure house to prevent entry by
the public. Replace front windows.
Repair screened portion and remove
all loose trash and debris. Keep property
mowed.
Location:
Violations:
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed details of the violations. Service was
obtained by certified mail and by posting the Notice of Violation. The City recommended
15 days, until May 1, 2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-554, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that Avril Dieurita is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or
before May 1, 2008. The board has conSidered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby
orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of
$1,000 per day for each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of
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the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Case #08-638
Location:
Violations:
Charles Yvon
213 SW 7th Avenue
CH15-Art.lX-15-120(D) 1 Inc.
Property must be kept mowed,
overgrowth trimmed and free of
all loose trash and debris. De-weed
driveway.
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed details of the violations. Service was
obtained by posting the Notice of Violation. The City recommended 15 days, until May
1, 2008, to comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-638, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Charles Yvon is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code Sections
as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or before
May 1, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby orders
that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per
day for each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus administrative costs
shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the property to
verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Case #08-784
Location:
Violations:
Mastr Asset Backed Securities
408 SW 10th Avenue
CH15-Art.lX-15-120(D) 1 Inc.
Property must be kept mowed,
overgrowth trimmed and free of all
trash and debris.
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed details of the violations. Service was
obtained by certified mail. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1, 2008, to
comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-784, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Mastr Asset Backed Securities is in violation of City of Boynton
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Beach Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the
violations on or before May 1, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the
respondent, and hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a
fine in the amount of $100 per day for each day the violations continue past May 1,
2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to
contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-
inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded
the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-819
Location:
Violations:
Jeanniton Rodrigue
112 SW 9th Avenue
CH15-Art.IX-15-120(D) Inc.
Spray unsightly weeds in swale area.
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed details of the violations. Service was
obtained by certified mail. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1, 2008, to
comply.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-819, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that Jeanniton Rodrigue is in violation of City of Boynton Beach Code
Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the violations on or
before May 1, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the respondent, and hereby
orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of
$50 per day for each day the violations continue past May 1, 2008 plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-inspection of the
property to verify compliance with this order. Mr. Himmelbaum seconded the motion
that passed unanimously.
Case #08-957
Location:
Violations:
u.s. Bank National Assoc Tr.
419 SW 4th Avenue
CH.15-Art.IX-15-120(D) 1 Inc.
Property must be kept mowed, overgrowth
trimmed and free of all loose trash and debris.
Officer Webb presented the case and reviewed details of the violations. Service was
obtained by posting of the notice. The City recommended 15 days, until May 1, 2008, to
comply.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-957, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that U.s. Bank National Assoc Tr. is in violation of City of Boynton
Beach Code Sections as cited, and moved to order that the respondent correct the
violations on or before May 1, 2008. The board has considered the gravity of the
violations, the actions taken by the respondent, and any previous violations by the
respondent, and hereby orders that if the respondent does not comply with this order, a
fine in the amount of $5e $100 per day for each day the violations continue past May 1,
2008 plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The respondent is further ordered to
contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division in order to arrange for re-
inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Ms. Carroll seconded
the motion that passed unanimously.
Case #08-759
Location:
Violations:
Cordelia R. McKinney
2413 NE 4th Court
CH.2.5-12 & CH.25-13
Excessive false alarms.
It was noted this case came into compliance. Attorney Tolces noted the board should
move to dismiss.
Motion
Ms. Carroll moved to dismiss Case #08-759. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that
passed unanimously.
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be certified at $50 per day: Case #07-
1103, Case #07-3383, Case #08-288 and Case #08-425.
Case #07-1103
Exotic Motorcars
& Jewelry, Inc.
102 Commerce Road
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-1103, Mr. Foot moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
June 20, 2007, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken by
the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $50 per day
plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes into
compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
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Case #07-3383
Maritess Cadano
& Mycel Perez
1819 Stonehaven Drive
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3383, Mr. Foot moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
February 20, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $50
per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent
comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of
fine. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-288
Marceline Gabriel
724 W. Ocean Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-288, Mr. Foot moved that
this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $50 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-425
Denton & Dalisa L. Schoburgh
329 SW 10th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-425, Mr. Foot moved that
this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $50 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be certified at $100 per day: Case #08-
18, Case #08-171, Case #08-16, and Case #08-22.
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Case #08-18
Mario Castillo
1503 NE 2nd Court
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-18, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order
dated March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
$100 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the
respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-171
Jeanette Gonzalez
291 NE 16th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-171, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order
dated March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
$100 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the
respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-16
Korrine 8r. Peter Tapia
913 NW 8th St.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-16, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that the respondents have not complied with this board's
order dated March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondents, that this board impose and certify a fine in the
amount of $100 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until
the respondents come into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-22
United Realty Management Inc.
135 NE 11th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-22, Mr. Karageorge
moved that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order
dated March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
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$100 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the
respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended Case #08-334 be certified at $150 per day.
Case #08-334
Lamar Nixon
411 NE 2nd Street
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-334, Ms. Carroll moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $150 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be certified at $200 per day: Case #08-
163, Case #08-96 and Case #08-314.
Case #08-163
John M. Bowden III
710 NE 1st Street
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-163, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $200 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Himmelbaum seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-96
Francisco Pascual &.
Juana Juan pasqual
518 NE 25th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-96, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $200 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
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into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Himmelbaum seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-314
James M. Tate
506 SE 20 Ct.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-314, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $200 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Himmelbaum seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be certified at $250 per day: Case #
07-56, Case #07-564 and Case #07-3439.
Case #07-561
Yachtsman Properties LLC 1550 N. Federal Highway
Andrew L. Cohen
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-561, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 21, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $250 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #07-564
Yachtsman Properties LLC
Andrew L. Cohen
1600 N. Federal Highway
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-564, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 21, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $250 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
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Case #07-3439
Raul E. Estrada
440 SW 4th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3439, Mr. Yerzy moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
February 20, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
$250 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the
respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Karageorge seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended Case #08-508 be certified at $300 per day.
Case #08-508
Lue Gennie Rivers
515 NW 11th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-508, Mr. Moyer moved
that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order dated
March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions taken
by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $300 per
day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the respondent comes
into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr.
Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be certified at $500 per day: Case #08-
21, and Case #08-25.
Case #08-21
Traci Tinari
2011 NE 2nd Street
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-21, Mr. Himmelbaum
moved that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order
dated March 19, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the actions
taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the amount of
$500 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until the
respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
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Case #08-25
Albertha & Semanes Vildor
501 NW 13th Avenue
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-25, Mr. Himmelbaum
moved that this board find that the respondent has not complied with this board's order
dated February 20, 2008, and having considered the gravity of the violations, the
actions taken by the respondent, that this board impose and certify a fine in the
amount of $500 per day plus administrative costs which shall continue to accrue until
the respondent comes into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this
certification of fine. Mr. Yerzy seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Officer Webb recommended the fines for the following cases be certified at "No Fine"
per day: Case #07-3304, Case #07-1993, Case #08-97, Case #08-510, Case #07-3514
and Case #08-70.
Case #07-3304
Clorina Barthelemy
210 NE 20th Avenue
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3304, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this Board find that the Respondent, Clorina Barthelemy, was in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in the Board's Order of January 16, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
violations and the actions taken by the Respondent to remedy the violations and the
previous violations of the Respondent that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #07-1993
Christian & Missionary Vision 2923 S. Federal Highway
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-1993, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this Board find that the Respondent, Christian & Missionary Vision, was in violation of
the City of Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance
specified in the Board's Order of October 17, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity
of the violations and the actions taken by the Respondent to remedy the violations and
the previous violations of the Respondent that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
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Case #08-97
Linda Giovinazzo
3260 Orange Street
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-97, Mr. Yerzy moved that this
Board find that the Respondent, Linda Giovinazzo, was in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in the Board's Order of March 19, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
violations and the actions taken by the Respondent to remedy the violations and the
previous violations of the Respondent that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-510
Paul J. Martin
427 NW 11th Avenue
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-510, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this Board find that the Respondent, Paul J. Martin, was in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in the Board's Order of March 19, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
violations and the actions taken by the Respondent to remedy the violations and the
previous violations of the Respondent that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #07-3514
Richard A. Petti
131 SE 3rd Avenue
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #07-3514, Mr. Yerzy moved that
this Board find that the Respondent, Richard A. Petti, was in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in the Board's Order of February 20, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
violations and the actions taken by the Respondent to remedy the violations and the
previous violations of the Respondent that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
Case #08-70
Marc &. Junya Schoen
102 SE 9th Avenue
Motion
Based on testimony and evidence presented in Case #08-70, Mr. Yerzy moved that this
Board find that the Respondents, Marc & Junya Schoen, were in violation of the City of
Boynton Beach Code Sections as cited subsequent to the date of compliance specified
in the Board's Order of February 20, 2008, and in consideration of the gravity of the
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violations and the actions taken by the Respondents to remedy the violations and the
previous violations of the Respondents that this Board impose and certify "No Fine."
Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously passed
Officer Webb recommended the following cases be tabled to June 18, 2008: Case #07-
3156 and Case # 06-1441.
Case #07-3156
South Florida Devco
986 Cortina Boulevard.
Motion
Mr. Yerzy moved that Case #07-3156 be tabled until the Code Compliance Board
meeting to be held on June 18, 2008. Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously
passed.
Case #06-1441
Randolph II and Martha Williams 2810 SE 5th Circle
Motion
Mr. Yerzy moved that Case #06-1441 be tabled until the Code Compliance Board
meeting to be held on June 18, 2008. Mr. Moyer seconded the motion that unanimously
passed.
Mr. Karageorge requested the following changes to the February 28, 2008 Lien
Reduction Meeting minutes:
. First sentence of the sixth paragraph on Page 4 should be corrected from "The
board members noted their concern..." to "Mr. Karageorge noted his concern...";
and
. Second sentence should be corrected from 'The board also noted disclosure..."
to "Mr. Karageorge also noted disclosure...."
Motion
Mr. Karageorge moved to amend the minutes as corrected. Mr. Himmelbaum seconded
the motion that passed unanimously.
Chair Costantino noted with regret, Mr. Moyer would be leaving the board as he would
be relocating. The board thanked Mr. Moyer for his outstanding services. Chair
Costantino and the members welcomed Mr. Himmelbaum to the board.
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VIII. Discussion
Mr. Blasie announced there would be no Lien Reduction Hearing on April 24, 2008.
IX. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting properly adjourned at 10:04
p.m.
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Stephanie D. Kahn
Recording Secretary
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