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CESM Minutes 01/18/2008 January 18, 2008 MINUTES OF THE HEARING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE Naples, Florida, January 18,2008 LET IT BE REMEMBERED that the Collier County Special Magistrate, in and for the County of Collier having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00 AM in REGULAR SESSION in Building "F," 3rd floor, of the Government Complex, Naples, Florida, and the following persons were present: SPECIAL MAGISTRATE: Honorable Brenda Garretson Sue Chapin, Secretary to the Special Magistrate STAFF PRESENT: Gary Dantini, Code Enforcement Supervisor Bendisa Marku, Code Enforcement Operations Coordinator HEARING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE AGENDA Date: Jannary 18,2008 at 9:00 A.M. Location: 3301 E. Tamiami Trail, Naples, Florida, Collier County Government Center Administrative Building "F", 3rd Floor NOTE: ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION OF THE SPECIAL MAGlSTRA TE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS PERTAINING THERETO, AND THEREFORE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. NEITHER COLLIER COUNTY NOR THE SPECIAL MAGlSTRA TE SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THIS RECORD. I. CALL TO ORDER - Special Magistrate Brenda Garretson presiding A. Hearing rules and regulations II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 4, 2008 IV. MOTIONS A. Motion for Continuance V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Stipulations B. Hearings 1. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007080213 GILDA NAVARRO INV. GLENN KARR FLORIDA BUILDING CODE 2004 AS AMENDED, SECS. 424.2. I 7. I & 424.2.17.1.8 SWIMMING POOL WITHOUT FENCING OR ENCLOSURE. VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 974 I CAMPBELL CIR 2. CASE NO: 2007090460 OWNER: WELLS FARGO BANK, C/O DAVID J. STERN OFFICER: INV. MARIO BONO VIOLATIONS: FLORIDA BUILDING CODE 2004 AS AMENDED, SECS. 424.2.17. I & 424.2.17.1.14 AND FLORIDA STATUTE CHAPTER 515 POOL SCREEN DOOR PANEL TORN AND UNSECURED FROM POOL ENCLOSURE FRAME. VIOLATION ADDRESS: 313 BAY MEADOWS DR 3. CASE NO: 2007060712 OWNER: PAUL HUNTER & KELLY J. HUNTER OFFICER: INV. JOHN MARSH VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44, SECS. 6 & 7 LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3428 TOLEDO WAY 4. CASE NO: 2007080938 OWNER: CHARLES HAINES, LINDA HAINES & WILLIAM HAINES OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58, SEC. 6, SUBSECS. 12B, 12C & 121 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3087 LUNAR ST 5. CASE NO: 2007080683 OWNER: JANET ST. ONGE OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, SECS. 2.01.00(A) & 4.05.03( C) UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 11399 TAMIAMI TRL E 6. CASE NO: 2007080682 OWNER: JANET ST. ONGE OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 AS AMENDED, SEC. 7(2) RENTAL REGlSTRA TlON VIOLATION ADDRESS: 11399 TAMIAMI TRL E 7. CASE NO: 2007080700 OWNER: JANET ST. ONGE OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 AS AMENDED, SEC. 6, SUBSECS. 9, II, 12B, 121, 12P, 19A, 19C & 20 MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATION ADDRESS: 11399 TAMIAMI TRL E 8. CASE NO: 2007080437 OWNER: TEREATHA HAWKINS ESTATE OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 AS AMENDED, SEe. 6, SUBSEe. 121 MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATION ADDRESS: 1209 N 19TH TER 2 C. Emergency Cases: VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: I. 2. 3. 4. 5. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: 2007070252 HUMBERTO L. JAEN INV. JOHN SANTAFEMIA ORD. 04-58 SEC. 1,2,5,6,9,11,121, 12J, 120, 12P, 12R, 15, 19C & 20 NUMEROUS MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATIONS VIOLATION ADDRESS: 824 98TH AVE N CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007050023 JANET PERALTA INV. JOHN SANTAFEMIA ORD. 04-58 SEC. 1,8,9, 11, 12C, 121, 12N, 120, 12P, I9A, I9D & 20 NUMEROUS MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATIONS VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2365 55TH TER SW CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007100196 JILL J. WEAVER INV. JOE MUCHA ORD. 04-58 SEC. 6 SUBSECS. I & 2 MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3064 V AN BUREN AVE CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: 2007090022 JILL J. WEAVER INV. JOE MUCHA ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED SEC. 2.01.00(A) UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLE(S) VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3080 VAN BUREN AVE CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TIONS: 2007080937 JILL J. WEAVER & HENRY TESNO INV. JOE MUCHA ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED SEC. 2.01.00(A) UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLE(S) VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3072 V AN BUREN AVE 3 6. CASE NO: 2007090202 OWNER: JILL J. WEAVER OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-4 I AS AMENDED SEe. 2.0 1.00(A) UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLE(S) VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3064 V AN BUREN AVE 7. CASE NO: 2007080921 OWNER: JILL J. WEAVER OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 SEe. 6 SUBSEC. 7, 121, 12L REPEAT MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATION VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3080 V AN BUREN AVE 8. CASE NO: 2006110511 OWNER: OSCAR GARA TEJO & NIRCIA ALVAREZ GARA TEJO OFFICER: INV. MICHELLE SCAVONE VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, SEC(S). 1.04.0I(B), 2.02.03 & 2.03.01(B) TILE STORED ON ESTATES ZONED AREA. VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3271 22ND AVE NE 9. CASE NO: 2007060683 OWNER: PETER E. THOMAS OFFICER: INV. STEPHEN ATHEY VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-4 I AS AMENDED, LDC SEe. 2.0 1.00(A) UNLICENSED VEHICLE(S) VIOLATION ADDRESS: 748 96TH AVE N 10. CASE NO: 2007060682 OWNER: PETER E. THOMAS OFFICER: INV. STEPHEN ATHEY VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44 SEC. 7 ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 748 96TH AVE N 11. CASE NO: 2007070771 OWNER: FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ OFFICER: INV. CARMELO GOMEZ VIOLATIONS: ORD. 03-37 SEC(S). 5A, 5B & 5C RIGHT OF WAY PERMITS VIOLATION ADDRESS: 1737 42ND ST SW 12. CASE NO: 2007030778 OWNER: ROMANA L1PKOV A & MARIAN V ANKO OFFICER: INV. PATRICK BALDWIN VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, LDC SEC. 10.02.06(B)(I)(A), 10.02.06(B)(I)(E) & IO.02.06(B)(I)(E)(l) BUILDING PERMITS VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 1530 31ST ST SW 4 13. CASE NO: 2007070221 OWNER: SAINT JUSTE FLOREST ANT & JOAN S. FLOREST ANT OFFICER: INV. CARMELO GOMEZ VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44 SEC. 6 & 7 UNLA WFUL LITTER & ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2831 47TH TER SW 14. CASE NO: 2004050653 OWNER: DANA WATSON OFFICER: INV. CRISTINA PEREZ VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED SEC. 2.01 .OO(A) UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLE(S) VIOLATION ADDRESS: 1660 SR 82 15. CASE NO: 2004090039 OWNER: ROSARIO M. SOSA & MERCEDES SOSA OFFICER: INV. ED MORAD VIOLATIONS: ORD. SEC. 99-51 LITTERING AND ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 5478 28TH AVE 16. CASE NO: 2006010411 OWNER: JUAN BARNHART OFFICER: INV. JOHN SANTAFEMIA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 SEC. 6 TENANTS IN DWELLING EXCEEDS ALLOW ABLE NUMBER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 614 NEWMARKET ROAD 17. CASE NO: 2005020409 OWNER: SAINT JUSTE FLORESTANT & JOAN S. FLORE STANT OFFICER: INV. JOHN SANTAFEMIA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 03-14, SECS. 5 & 7 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY WITHOUT REQUIRED POSTED ADDRESS VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2831 47TH TER SW 18. CASE NO: 2007030755 OWNER: CRYST AL M. HOLLER OFFICER: INV. JOHN SANTAFEMIA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 SEC. 7(2) RENTAL REGISTRATION VIOLATION ADDRESS: 795 94TH AVE N 19. CASE NO: 2007040275 OWNER: HENRY TESNO & JILL WEAVER OFFICER: INV. JOE MUCHA VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58 SEC(S). 6 SUBSEC(S). 1,2,3,4,5,8,9,10,11, 12(D), 12(H), 12(1), 12(K), 12(L), 12(0), 12(P), 19(B) MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3137 LUNAR STREET 5 20. CASE NO: 2007070463 OWNER: JILL J. WEAVER OFFICER: INV. THOMAS KEEGAN VIOLA TlONS: ORD. 05-44, SEC. II, PARA. WEED OVERGROWTH VIOLATION ADDRESS: 4620 ACADIA LN 21. CASE NO: 2004100730 OWNER: ALFREDO & MIRADlS MIRALLES OFFICER: INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTlNI VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, SECS. 5.06 & 10.02.06(B) WALL SIGNS WITHOUT PERMITS VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 105 I ST STREET S 22. CASE NO: 2007020295 OWNER: MIRADlS MIRALLES OFFICER: !NV. HEINZ BOX VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-58, SEe.7(2) FAILING TO REGISTER RENTAL PROPERTY VIOLATION ADDRESS: 431 WELLS STREET 23. CASE NO: 2007060378 OWNER: EXANTE FILS-AIME & NOLTlNE ALEXANDRE OFFICER: INV. CARMELO GOMEZ VIOLA TlONS: ORD. 04-58 SEC. 7(2) RENTAL REGISTRATION VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2821 47TH TER SW 24. CASE NO: 2007060377 OWNER: EXANTE FILS-AIME & NOL TINE ALEXANDRE OFFICER: INV. CARMELO GOMEZ VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, SEC(S). 2.01.00(A) & 4.05.03(A) ABANDONED-INOPERABLE/\JNT AGGED VEHICLE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2821 47TH TER SW 25. CASE NO: 2007050391 OWNER: OCT A VIO CARRILLO & YOANA CARRILLO OFFICER: INV. JONATHAN MUSSE VIOLATIONS: ORD. 04-41 SEC. 2.0 1.00( C) COMMERCIAL VEHICLES VIOLATION ADDRESS: 1209 N 18TH ST 26. CASE NO: 2005030605 OWNER: JOSE A. ORTEGA OFFICER: INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR PATTI PETRULLI VIOLATIONS: ORD. 99-51, SECS. 6 & 7 LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3107 KAREN DRIVE 6 27. CASE NO: 2005040514 OWNER: JOSE A. ORTEGA OFFICER: INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR PATTI PETRULLI VIOLATIONS: ORD. 99-51, SEC. 7 LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3069 KAREN DRIVE 28. CASE NO: 2007020741 OWNER: JOSE A. ORTEGA OFFICER: INV. THOMAS KEEGAN VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44, SECS. 6, 7 & 8 ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3085 KAREN DRIVE 29. CASE NO: 2007020739 OWNER: JOSE A. ORTEGA OFFICER: INV. THOMAS KEEGAN VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44, SECS. 6, 7 & 8 ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3085 KAREN DRIVE 30. CASE NO: 2005120130 OWNER: JOSE A. ORTEGA OFFICER: INV. HEINZ BOX VIOLATIONS: ORD. 05-44, SECS. 6, 7 & 8 ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3 I 07 KAREN DRIVE VII. OLD BUSINESS VIII. CONSENT AGENDA IX. REPORTS A Public Forum will be held on January 31, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. located at the BCC Chambers, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail. X. NEXT MEETING DATE; February 1,2008 at 9:00 A.M. located at the BCC Chambers, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail. XI. ADJOURN 7 January 18, 2008 I. CALL TO ORDER The Meeting was called to order by the Honorable Special Magistrate Brenda Garretson at 9:00 AM. All those testifying at the proceeding did so nnder oath. A. Hearing Rules and Regulations were given by Special Magistrate Garretson. Special Magistrate Garretson noted that, prior to conducting the Hearing, the Respondents were given an opportunity to speak with their Investigating Officer for a Resolution by Stipulation; looking for compliance without being punitive. RECESS: 9:14 AM RECONVENED: 9:32 AM II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Bendisa Marku, Code Enforcement Operations Coordinator, proposed the following changes: (a) Under Item VIR): . Case # 2007080938 - Charles Haines was removed as a Respondent . Case # 2007080683 - BCC vs. Janet St. Onge - the Ordinance Sections were changed to Sees. 1.04.01 and 2.02.03 (b) Under Item VI(A): . Case # 2007020739 - BCC vs. Jose A. Ortega - The violation address was changed to 3107 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 (e) The following cases with WITHDRAWN by the County due to payment of fines: . Case # 2007030778 - BCC vs. Romana Lipkova & Marian Vanko . Case # 2004050653 - BCC vs. Dana Watson . Case # 2004090039 - BCC vs. Rosario M. So sa & Mercedes Sosa The Special Magistrate approved the Agenda as amended, subject to changes made during the course of the Hearing at the discretion of the Special Magistrate. Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Hearing held on January 4,2008 were reviewed by the Special Magistrate and approved as submitted. IV. MOTIONS A. Motions for Continuance: NONE Sue Chapin, Secretary to the Special Magistrate, stated Stipulations had been reached in the following cases: . Agenda # 8 - BCC YS. Tereatha Hawkins Estate . Agenda # 5 - BCC YS. Janet St.; Onge . Agenda # 6 - Bee vs. Janet St. Dnge . Agenda # 7 - BCC vs. Janet St. Onge 2 January 18, 2008 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Stipulations: 8. Case # 2007080437 - BCC vs. Tereatha Hawkins Estate The Hearing was requested Collier County Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondent was represented by Diane Woolfork. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58 as amended, Sec.6, Subsec.12I Minimum housing Violation address: 1209 N. 19th Terr., Immokalee, FL A Stipulation had been agreed to by Diane Woolfork who is the daughter of the Decedent. Upon questioning by the Special Magistrate, Ms. Woolfork stated Probate proceedings had not been opened. She also stated the Decedent had other children. The Special Magistrate stated she would accept the Stipulation contingent upon receiving letters of authorization from Ms. Woolfork's siblings allowing her to represent them as heirs of the Estate. The Investigator stated the violation had been abated. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, and finding the violation(s) did exist but was CORRECTED prior to the Hearing, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $250.39 on or before March 18,2008. The Special Magistrate ruled that the Order would not be recorded until proof of authorization had been submitted to Code Enforcement. The Investigator was requested to forward the information to the Office of the Special Magistrate. 5. Case # 2007080683 - BCC vs. Janet St. Onl!e The Hearing was requested Collier County Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondent had been present earlier and entered into a Stipulation, but left before the Hearing could be heard. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Secs. 1.04.01 & 2.02.03 Unlicensed/inoperable vehicles Violation address: 11399 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34113 A Stipulation had been agreed to by the Respondent. The Investigator stated the violations had not been abated. 3 January 18,2008 Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to obtain and affIX a valid license plate for each vehicle, or to store the vehicles in a completely enclosed structure, or to remove them from the premises on or before January 23,2008, or afine of $50. 00 per day will be imposed for each day the violations remain thereafter unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $229. 23 on or before February 18, 2008. The Respondent is to notifY the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation(s) had been abated. 6. Case # 2007080682 - BCC vs. Janet St. Onee The Hearing was requested Collier County Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondent had been present earlier and entered into a Stipulation, but left before the Hearing could be heard. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58 as amended, Sec. 7(2) Rental registration Violation address: 11399 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34113 A Stipulation had been agreed to by the Respondent. The Investigator stated the violation was abated on January 6, 2008. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, and finding the violation(s) did exist but was CORRECTED prior to the Hearing, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $227.68 on or before February 18, 2008. 7. Case # 2007080700 - BCC vs. Janet Sf. Onee The Hearing was requested Collier County Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondent had been present earlier and entered into a Stipulation, but left before the Hearing could be heard. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58 as amended, Sec. 6, Subsecs. 9, II, 12B, 121, 12P, 19A, 19C and 20 Minimum housing Violation address: 11399 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34113 A Stipulation had been agreed to by the Respondent. The Investigator stated the violation had not been abated. 4 January 18, 2008 Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to repair all the Minimum Housing violations listed on the Property Maintenance Inspection Report dated November 17,1997 on or before January 25,2008, or afine of $250. 00 per day willbe imposed for each day the violations remain thereafter unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of$227.15 on or before February 18, 2008. The Respondent is to notifY the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation(s) had been abated. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS B. Hearings: 4. Case # 2007080938 - BCC vs. Linda Haines & Williams Haines The Hearing was requested Collier County Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondents were aiso present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6, Subsecs. 12B, 12C & 121 Property Maintenance Violation address: 3087 Lunar St." Naples, FL 34112 The Investigator introduced photographs of the property taken August 20, 2007 which were marked as County's Exhibits 1-9 and admitted into evidence. The Respondent, Linda Haines, stated she was aware of the condition of the vacant mobile home but both she and her son, William Haines, had been hospitalized on several occasions due to severe medical problems. She stated she lives next door to the property and that it is fenced. She verified that she was divorced from Charles Haines whose name was removed as a Respondent. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondents were found GUIL TY of the alleged violation(s) and were ordered to obtain a Collier County Demolition Permit, inspections and a Certificate of Completion on or before May 18, 2008, or afine of $250. 00 per day will be imposedfor each day the violations remain thereafter unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. If the Respondents are unable to comply within this time frame, Code Enforcement may obtain contractor bid-out and assess the cost for the abatement to the Respondent. If necessary, assistance may be requested from the Collier County Sheriffs Office. The Respondents were ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $244. 99 on or before May 18, 2008. The Respondents were ordered to maintain contact with the Investigator and to contact him on or before March 18, 2008 with a status report. 5 January 18, 2008 RECESS: 10:17 AM RECONVENED: 10:35AM VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: 8. Case # 2006110511- BCC vs. Oscar Garateio & Nircia Alvarez Garateio The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Michelle Scavone. The Respondent, Nircia Alvarez Garatejo, was present and also represented her husband, Oscar Garatejo. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 1.04.01(B), 2.02.03 & 2.03.01(B) Tile stored on Estates-zoned areas Violation address: 3271 22nd Ave. NE Supervisor Dantini stated the violations had been abated. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$276.53, together with fines in the amount of$I,IOO.OO for the period from October 13, 2007 through October 24, 2005 (lldays @ $100.00), for a total fine of$I,276.53. The Respondent stated she had attempted to remove the tile within the time frame as previously ordered but, due to the weight of the tiles, required a truck which broke down and delayed completion. She stated the property is now in foreclosure due to their financial situation and requested a reduction of the fine. The Investigator stated the Respondent was very cooperative and maintained contact during the process. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but due to mitigating circumstances, the Special Magistrate reduced the fines to a total of $476.53, including Operational Costs. 21. Case # 2004100730 - BCC vs. Alfredo & Miradis Miralles The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Heinz Box. The Respondents were present. Alex Miralles served as translator for his parents. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sees. 5.06 & 1O.02.06(B) Wall signs without permits Violation address: 105 I" Street S., Immokalee, FL 34142 The Investigator stated the violations had been abated. 6 January 18,2008 The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount 01'$261.53, together with fines in the amount 01'$4,850.00 for the period from August 6, 2005 through October 31, 2005 (97 days @ $50.00), for a total tine 01'$5,111.53. The Respondent stated the tenant erected the sign without permission. He stated he felt it was unfair for him to be responsible for his tenant's violation. He was unaware of his right to have the tenant evicted. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but due to mitigating circumstances, the Special Magistrate reduced the fines to a total of $1, 761.53, including Operational Costs. 22. Case # 2007020295 - BCC vs. Miradis Miralles The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Heinz Box. The Respondent was present. Alex Miralles served as translator for his mother. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 7(2) Failing to register rental property Violation address: 431 Wells Street, Immokalee, FL 34142 Supervisor Dantini stated the violations had been abated. The County requested payment only of Operational Costs of$265.70. The Respondent stated she did not know she had to register the property but did so as soon as she was advised of the violation. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 25. Case # 2007050391 - BCC vs. Octavio Carillo and Y oana Carrillo The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Jonathan Musse. The Respondents were present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 Sec. 2.01.00(C) Commercial vehicles Violation address: 1209 N. 18th St., Immokalee, FL 34142 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of $ 169.38, together with fines in the amount of $1 ,500.00 for the period from September 25, 2007 through October 10, 2007 (15 days @$IOO.OO), for a total fine 01'$1,659.38. 7 January 18,2008 The Respondent stated the Operational Costs had been paid and produced a copy of a money order which was marked as Respondent's Exhibit "A" and entered into evidence. He stated that he is a seasonal worker who is away from his property for long periods of time. He was unaware of the violations until the mail caught up with him. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but due to mitigating circumstances, the Special Magistrate reduced the fine to a total of $750.00. 26. Case # 2005030605 - BCC vs. Jose A. Ortel!a The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 99-51, Secs. 6 & 7 Litter Violation address: 3107 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 The Special Magistrate asked the Respondent ifhe required a translator to understand the proceedings, he declined. Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated by the County on December I, 2005. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of $104.42, and abatement fees in the amount of $300.00, together with fines in the amount of $22,800.00 for the period from June 8, 2005 through November 7, 2005 (152 days @ $150.00), for a total fine of$23,204.42. The Respondent stated he lives in Fort Myers and his tenant assured him that he would remove the litter, appear in Court and pay the fine. The Respondent also stated he was unable to check on the tenant because of the hours that he works and that he trusted him. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 27. Case # 2005040514 - BCC vs. Jose A. Ortel!a The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 99-51, Secs. 7 Litter Violation address: 3069 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated by the County. 8 January 18, 2008 The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$152, 13, and abatement fees in the amount of $200.00, together with fines in the amount of$14,500.00 for the period Irom July 16, 2005 through December I, 2005 (145 days @ $100.00), for a total fine of$14,852.13. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 28. Case # 2007020741 - BCC vs. Jose A. Ortel!a The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Thomas Keegan. The Respondent was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Sees. 6, 7 & 8 Accumulation of Litter Violation address: 3085 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated by the County. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$120.94, and abatement fees in the amount of$800.00, together with a civil penalty of$500 for the repeat violation, and fines in the amount of$15,000.00 for the period from April 28, 2007 through June 27, 200 (60 days @$250.00), for a total fine of$16,420.94. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. The Special Magistrate asked the Respondent if he had evicted the tenants who caused the problems. He stated he had not because they were family and had no where else to go. The Special Magistrate asked the Respondent why he had not paid more attention to this properties after he received the Notices ofYiolation. He had no answer. She asked him ifhe realized that his inattentiveness made him seem as ifhe were an irresponsible owner. He ah'feed. 29. Case # 2007020739 - BCC vs. Jose A. Ortel!a The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Thomas Keegan. The Respondent was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Secs. 6, 7 & 8 Accumulation of Litter Violation address: 3107 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated by the County. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$120.94, and 9 January 18, 2008 abatement fees in the amount of $1,360.00, together with a civil penalty of$250.00 for the repeat violation, and fines in the amount of$1 1,250.00 for the period from April 28, 2007 through June 11,2007 (45 days @ $250.00), for a total fine of$12,980.94. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 30. Case # 2005120130 - BCC vs. Jose A. Orte!!a The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Oantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Heinz Box. The Respondent was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Secs. 6, 7 & 8 Accumulation of Litter Violation address: 3107 Karen Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Oantini stated the violation had been abated by the Respondent. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$166.33, together with fines in the amount of $1 0,800.00 for the period from February 24, 2007 through June 11,2007 (108 days @ $100.00), for a total fine of$10,966.33. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. The Special Magistrate stated the total fines due for all of the Respondent's cases is $78,424.76. She stated there were no mitigating circumstances that would allow her to reduce the fines. RECESS: 11:55 AM RECONVENED: 12:17 PM V. PUBLIC HEARINGS B. Hearings: 1. Case # 2007080213 - BCC vs. Gilda Navarro The Hearing was requested by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Glenn Karr who was present. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Florida Building Code 2007 as amended, Sees. 424.2.17.1 & 424.2.17.1.8 Swimming pool without fencing or enclosure Violation Address: 9741 Campbell Cir, Naples, FL 34109 The Investigator introduced a photograph of the property which was marked as County Exhibit" I" and admitted into evidence. ]0 January 18, 2008 The Investigator stated the property was vacant and subject into foreclosure. He stated the Notice of Violation was personally served on the owner. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to obtain the appropriate Collier County Permit to construct a permanent fence, inspections and a Certification of Completion on or before February 18, 2008, or a fine of $1 00. 00 per day will be imposed for each day the violations remain unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $252.25 on or before February 18, 2008. The Respondent is to notify the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation(s) had been abated. 2. Case # 2007090460 - BCC vs. Wells Far\!? Bank c/o David J. Stern The Hearing was requested by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Mario Bono who was present. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Florida Building Code 2004 as amended, Secs. 424.2.17.1 & 424.2.17.1.14 and Florida Statute Chapter 515 as adopted by Collier County Pool screen door panel tom and unsecured from pool enclosure frame Violation Address: 313 Bay Meadows Dr., Naples, FL 34113 The Special Magistrate stated that David J. Stem was an attorney representing the Respondent and was, therefore, not a party to this action. The Investigator introduced photographs of the property which were marked as County's Exhibits "1" and "2,"and were admitted into evidence. The Investigator stated the violation had been abated. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, and finding the violation(s) did exist but was CORRECTED prior to the Hearing, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $222.27 on or before February 18, 2008. 3. Case # 2007060712 - BCC vs. Paul Hunter & Kellv J. Hunter The Hearing was requested by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator John Marsh who was present The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord, 05-44, Secs. 6 & 7 Litter Violation address: 3428 Toledo Way 11 January 18,2008 The Investigator introduced photographs of the property which were marked as County's Exhibits" 1" and "6,"and were admitted into evidence. He stated the property was vacant, and subject to foreclosure. The property and the Courthouse had been posted. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondents were found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and were ordered to remove all litter on or before January 25,2008, or a fine of $1 00. 00 per day will be imposed for each day the violations remain unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. If the Respondents are unable to comply within this time frame, Code Enforcement may obtain contractor bid-out and assess the cost for the abatement to the Respondents. If necessary, assistance may be requested from the Collier County Sheriff's Office. The Respondents were ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of$337.61 on or before February 18, 2008. The Respondents are to notifY the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation had been abated. VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: 1. Case # 2007070252 - BCC vs. Humberto L. Jaen The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator John Santafemia. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-S8, Sec. 6, Subsecs. 1,2, S, 6, 9,11,121, 12J, 120, 12P, 12R, IS, 19C & 20 Numerous minimum housing violations Violation address: 824 98th Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108 The Special Magistrate noted that "Section 6" had been omitted from the Agenda, and amended it to include the reference to the Ordinance Section. Supervisor Dantini stated the violations had not been abated and fines continued to accrue. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$337.08, together with fines in the amount of$17,SOO.00 for the period from November 10,2007 through January 18,2008 (70 days @ $2S0/day), for a total fine of$17,837.08. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 2. Case # 2007050023 - BCC vs. Janet Perlata The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator John Santafemia. The Respondent was not present. 12 January 18, 2008 Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6, Subsecs. 1,8,9, II, 12C, 121, 12N, 120, 12P, 19A, 19D, and 20 Numerous minimum housing violations Violation address: 2365 55th Terr. SW, Naples, FL 34108 The Special Magistrate again noted that "Section 6" had been omitted from the Agenda, and amended it to include the reference to the Ordinance Section. Supervisor Dantini stated the violations had not been abated and fines continued to accrue. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$323.20, together with fines in the amount of$17,500.00 for the period from November 10,2007 through January 18,2008 (70 days @ $250/day), for a total fine of$17,823.20. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 3. Case # 2006100196 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6, Subsecs. I & 2 Minimum housing Violation address: 3064 Van Buren Ave., Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated although the Respondent had not provided proof of reimbursement to the tenant. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$236.81, together with a civil fine in the amount of $500.00, for a total fine of $736.81. The Investigator stated he could not verify that the tenant had been reimbursed since the tenant had moved. He requested that this requirement be removed from the previous Order of the Special Magistrate. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines and approved the request to remove the reimbursement requirement. 4. Case # 2007090022 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 2.01.00(A) Unlicensedlinoperable vehicles Violation address: 3080 Van Buren Ave., Naples, FL 34112 13 January 18,2008 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $234.11, together with a civil fine in the amount of $500.00, for a total fine of $734.11. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 5. Case # 2007080937 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver & Henrv Tesno The County was represented by Col1ier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 2.01.00(A) Unlicensed/inoperab1e vehicles Violation address: 3072 Van Buren Ave., Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$249.56, together with a civil fine in the amount of$500.00, for a total fine of$749.56. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 6. Case # 2007090202 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver The County was represented by Col1ier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 2.01.00(A) Unlicensed/inoperable vehicles Violation address: 3064 Van Buren Ave" Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$229.04, together with a civil fine in the amount of$500.00, for a total fine of $729.04. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 7. Case # 2007080921 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver The County was represented by Col1ier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6, Subsec. 7, 121, 12L Repeat Minimum housing violations 14 January 18, 2008 Violation address: 3080 Van Buren Ave., Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Oantini stated the violation had not been abated and fines continue to accrue. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$247.07, a civil fine in the amount of $1 ,000.00, together with fines in the amount of $24, 150.00 for the period from November 10,2007 through January 18, 2008 (69 days @ $350/day), for a total fine of $25,397.07. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 9. Case # 2007060683 - BCC vs. Peter E. Thomas The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Oantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Stephen Athey. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, LOC Sec. 2.01.00(A) Unlicensed vehicles Violation address: 748 961h Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108 Supervisor Oantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $232.12 The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 10. Case # 2007060682 - BCC vs. Peter E. Thomas The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Oantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Stephen Athey. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Sec. 7 Accumulation of Litter Violation address: 748 961h Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108 Supervisor Oantini stated the violation had not been abated and tines continue to accrue. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$232.12, together with fines in the amount of$9,800.00 for the period from October 13, 2007 through January 18,2008 (98 days @$100/day), for a total fine of$IO,032.12 The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 11. Case # 2007070771 - BCC vs. Fernando Rodrie.uez The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Oantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Carmelo Gomez. ]5 January 18, 2008 The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 03-37, Sec(s). 5A, 5B & 5C Right of Way permits Violation address: 1737 42"d St. SW, Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had not been abated and fines continue to accrue. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$227.55, together with fines in the amount of$19,600.00 for the period from October 13, 2007 through January 18,2008 (98 days @ $200/day), for a total fine of$19,827.55. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 13. Case # 2007070221 - BCC vs. Saint Juste Florestant & Joan S. Florestant The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Carmelo Gomez. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Sec. 6 & 7 Unlawtullitter & accumulation oflitter Violation address: 2831 47'h Terr. SW, Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated in November, 2007. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$259.80. The Investigator stated the property was sold in December, 2007. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 16. Case # 2006010411- BCC vs. Juan Barnhart The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator John Santafemia. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6 Tenants in dwelling exceeds allowable number Violation address: 614 Newmarket Road, Immokalee, FL 34142 Supervisor Oantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $177.45. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 16 January 18, 2008 17. Case # 2005020409 - BCC vs. Saint Juste Florestant & Joan S. Florestant The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Cannelo Gomez. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 03-14, Sec. 5& 7 Residential property without required posted address Violation address: 2831 47'h Terr. SW, Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs 01'$85.19, together with a fine of $25.00, for a total fine of$110.19. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 18. Case # 2007030755 - BCC vs. Crvstal M. Holler The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator John Santafemia. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 7(2) Rental registration Violation address: 795 94th Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had not been abated and fines continue to accrue. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs 01'$255.26, together with fines in the amount of$3,150.00 for the period from September 15,2007 through January 18,2008 (126 days @ $25/day), for a total fine 01'$3,405.26. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 19. Case # 2007040275 - BCC vs. Henrv Tesno & Jill Weaver The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Snpervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 6, Subsec(s). 1-5,8-11, 12D, 12H, 121, 12K, 12L, 120, 12P,19B Minimum housing Violation address: 3137 Lunar Street., Naples, FL 34112 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had not been abated. The Investigator stated there were two separate Hearings on this property: June 15,2007 and July 6,2007. 17 January 18, 2008 Hearinl! #1- June 15. 2007: The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $224.44, a civil fine in the amount of$250.00, together with fines in the amount of$47,500 for the period from July 13,2007 through January 18,2008 (190 days@$250/day), for a total fine of $47,994.44 Hearinl! #2 - Julv 6. 2007 The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $245.21, a civil fine in the amount of$5,000.00, together with fines in the amount of$96,500 for the period from July 10, 2007 through January 18, 2008 (193 days @ $500/day), for a total fine of $101,745.21. Total Amount Due: $149,719.65 The Investigator stated the County will abate the violations by demolition of the mobile Home and the abatement fees will be assessed to the Respondents. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines and ruled that fines will continue to accrue until abatement of the violations by the County. 20. Case # 2007070463 - BCC vs. Jill J. Weaver The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Thomas Keegan. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 05-44, Sec. 11 Weed overgrowth Violation address: 4620 Acadia Ln., Naples, FL 34112 The Special Magistrate again noted that "Para I" was incorrect, and amended the Agenda to remove this reference. Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated by the County. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$223.00, abatement costs of $250.00, a civil fine in the amount of$500.00, together with fines in the amount of $2,050.00 for the period from September 15, 2007 through October 24, 2007 (41 days @ $50/day), for a total fine of$3,023.00. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 23. Case # 2007060378 - BCC vs. Exante Fils-Aime & Noltine Alexandre The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Carmelo Gomez. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 7(2) ]8 January 18, 2008 Rental registration Violation address: 2821 47th Terr SW., Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had not been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of$223.62, together with fines in the amount of$3, 150.00 for the period from September 15,2007 through January 18, 2008 (126 days @ $25/day), for a total fine of$3,383.62. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 24. Case # 2007060377 - BCC vs. Exante Fils-Aime & Noltine Alexandre The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Code Enforcement Investigator Carmelo Gomez. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec(s). 2.01.00(A) & 4.05.03(A) AbandonedlInoperable/Untagged vehicle Violation address: 2821 47th Terr SW., Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs of $241.00, together with fines in the amount of $1 ,900.00 for the period from August II, 2007 through September 17, 2007 (38 days @$50/day), for a total fine of$2,141.00. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. VII. OLD BUSINESS - None VIII. CONSENT AGENDA - None IX. REPORTS: The Special Magistrate stated a Public Forum would be held on January 31, 2008 at 9:00AM in the BCC Chambers. The purpose of the Forum is to give the public an opportunity to learn more about how cases come before the Special Magistrate and the Hearing process. There will be mock hearings and the public is invited to participate. X. NEXT MEETING DATE - February 1, 2008 19 January 18, 2008 There being no further business for the good of the County, the Hearing was adjourned by Order of the Special Magistrate at 1:55 PM. COLLiER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARING Special Magistrate, Brenda Garretson These Minutes were approved by the Special Magistrate on as presented , or as amended 20