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CESM Minutes 03/07/2008 March 7, 2008 MINUTES OF THE HEARING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE Naples, Florida, March 7, 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, ofthe Government Complex, Naples, Florida, and the following persons were present: SPECIAL MAGISTRATE: Honorable Brenda Garretson Sue Chapin, Secretary to the Special Magistrate ALSO PRESENT: Gary Dantini, Code Enforcement Supervisor Marlene Stewart, Code Enforcement Administrative Secretary HEARING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE AGENDA Date: March 7, 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 MAGISTRATE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS PER rAINING 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. J. CALL TO ORDER - Special Magistrate Brenda Garretson presiding A. Hearing rules and regulations II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February 15,2008 IV. MOTIONS A. Motion for Continuance V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Stipulations B. Hearings I. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007070244 MARY EDWARDS INV. AZURE SORRELS ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED, SECS. I 0.02.06(B)( I )(A), I 0.02.06(B)( I )(10) & I 002.06(B)(1 )(E)(I) BUILDING PERMITS VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 47 MOON BAY ST 2. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007100970 YORDANYSHECTOR INV. ED MORAD ORD. 04-41. SECTION 2.01.00(A) INOPERABLE/UNT AGGED VEHICLES VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2081 SUNSHINE HL VD.GOLDEN GATE CITY 3. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007100969 YORDANYS HECTOR INV. ED MORAD ORD. 2005-44, SECTION 6 & 7 LITTER AND ACCUMULATION OF LITTER VIOLATION ADDRESS: 2081 SUNSHINE BLVD.GOLDEN GATE CITY 4. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: VIOLA TION ADDRESS: 5. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007070057 RGZ LAND DEVELOPMENT, LLC INV. JOE MUCHA ORD. 2004-58, SECTION 6,SUBSECTION(S) 1,7,9,11.12A,121, 12J,12P.19A,19B&20 MOBILE HOME WITH MINIMUM HOUSING VIOLATIONS 132 JEEPERS DR. 20070000304 HENRY TESNO & JILL WEAVER INV. JOE MUCHA ORD. 2004-58, SECTION 6, SUHSECTIONS(S) 2 MOBILE HOME BEING OCCUPIED WITHOUT WATER & ELECTRIC VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3069 LUNAR ST. 6. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: SO 161194 WILLIAM J. KENDALL DEPUTY ANDERSON ORD. 130-67 HANDICAP SPACE-ACCESS ISLE VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 1602 LAKE TRAFFORD RD. IMMOKALEE 7. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: SO 158454 CHARLES DAHLSTROM DEPUTY KLlNKMAN ORD. 130-67 HANDICAP SPACE-DRIVER USED PERMIT OF ANOTHER VIOLATION ADDRESS: HOME DEPOT E. 8. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: VIOLATION ADDRESS: SO 161303 EDWIN Q. HERNANDEZ DEPUTY ROWE ORD 130-67 HANDICAP SPACE 2 9. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: SO 159168 IRMA TOBAR DEPUTY LINDLEY ORD. SEe 130-66 (I) (H) PARKED IN FIRE LANE VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: WINN DIXIE PLAZA IN FRONT OF BEALLS (GOLDEN GATE PKWY) 0-2 10. CASE NO: DAS] ]798 OWNER: ANGELA HOWARD OFFICER: OFFICER A. MARTINDALE VIOLA TIONS: ORD. 14.36, SEC. A 2 ALLOW DOG OR CAT TO RUN AT LARGE VIOLA TION ADDRESS: 106 WESTWOOD DR. 11. CASE NO: DAS 11618 OWNER: NELSON MARTINEZ OFFICER: OFFICER K. ZEITLER VIOLATIONS: ORD. 1436, SEe A (2) ALLOWING A DOG TO RUN AT LARGE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 37TH AVE. NE 12. CASE NO: DAS 11619 OWNER: NELSON MARTINEZ OFFICER: OFFICER K. ZEITLER VIOLATIONS: ORD. 1436 SEC. A (4) FAILURE TO AFFIX A LICENSE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 37TH AVE. NE 13. CASE NO: DAS] ]620 OWNER: NELSON MARTINEZ OFFICER: OFFICER K. ZEITLER VIOLATIONS: ORD. 14.34 SEe A FAILURE TO LICENSE A DOG VIOLATION ADDRESS: 37TH AVE. NE 14. CASE NO: PR 002337 OWNER: RICHARD M. RANDALL OFFICER: OFFICER C. HUCKLER VIOLA TlONS ORD. SEe. 130-66 I.AILURE TO DISPLA Y PAID LAUNCH RECEIPT VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 951 HOAT RAMP 3 15. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: PR 000400 E. PODGORSKE PARK RANGER SKINNER ORD. SEe 130-66 NOT PARKED IN PARKING AREA VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: ROVER RUN VETERANS PARK C. Emergency Cases: VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: I. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: 2004080929 NATHAN BENDERSON, TR.ET.AL& RUBEN WAYNE INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTIN I ORD. 04-41, SECS. 5.06.00,5.06.01,5.06.061(:1 & 10.02.06(B) WALL SIGNS WITH CANCELLED PERMIT VIOLATION ADDRESS: 4965 GOLDEN GATE PKWY 2. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 200508]087 ROBERT A. MITCHELL INVESTIGATIVE SUPER VISOR GARY DANTINI ORD. 04-41AS AMENDED SEe. 2.01.00 BOA T PARKED ON SIDE OF HOUSE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3465 DORADO WAY 3. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: 2005040190 DAVID HOOLIHAN INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTIN I OD 04-41 AS AMENDED SEe. 10.02.06 &104.1.3.5 UNPERMITTED ELECTRICAL ALTERA nON VIOLA TION ADDRESS: 2721 66TH S1'. SW 4. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2005110770 ESTIVERNE MEVEILLEUSE INVESTIGATIVE FIELD SUPERVISOR CAROL SYKORA ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED SEe. 2.01.00 UNLICENSED/INOPERABLE VEHICLES ON PROPERTY VIOLATION ADDRESS: 631 HOPE CIRCLE 4 5. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2005070547 ZONIA & JULIO LAMBERT INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR PATTI PETRULLI ORD. 04-41 AS AMENDED SEC. 1.04.01,2.01.00 MULTIPLE UNLICENSED VEHICLES ON FRONT OF PROPERTY VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3450 CHEROKEE ST. 6. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2005110328 TERESO BAUTISTA & EMILIANA LOPES VASQUEZ INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GAR Y DANTIN I ORD. 04-58 SEC. 7 NO RENTAL REGISTRATION VIOLATION ADDRESS: 3545 23RD AVE. SW 7. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2005070730 BOLDING & CO., INC.VILLAGE INN OF GOODLAND INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTINI OR 81-42 SEe 1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE FOR THE VILLAGE INN OF GOODLAND VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 212 HARBOR PLACE 8. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TlONS: VIOLATION ADDRESS: 9. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2007080668 ROILAN PEREZ INV. ROB GANGULI 2004 FBC, R4l01.l7.1 AS ADOPTED HY COLLIER CO. RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOL WITHOUT A SAFETY BARRIER 1974 46TH ST. SW 2007030290 ROILAN PEREZ INV. JOHN SANTA FEMIA ORD. 2004-58, SEe:. 6, SUHSEe:. 1,5,11 & SEC. 7, SUBSEC. 2 FAILURE TO REGISTER RENTAL PROPERTY & RENTING A ROOM IN DWELLING WITH NO KITCHEN OR BATH FACILITIES VIOLA TlON ADDRESS: 652 POMPANO DRIVE 10. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLA TIONS: 2005010687 AL'D FAYARD, JR. INVESTIGA TlVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTINI ORD. 04-41, AS AMENDED, SEC. 1.04.01 & 2.02.03 SEVERAL UNLlCENSEDIINOPERABLE VEHICHES VIOLATION ADDRESS: 901 AIRPORT ROAD S. 5 11. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2005060225 LAKER INVESTMENT MGMT, INC. INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTIN I ORD. 04-58 SEe. (7) 2 FAILED TO OHT AIN RENTAL REGISTRATION VIOLATION ADDRESS: 4500 GOLDEN GATE PKWY 13. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2004080776 ENDLESS SUMMER RV ESTATES, LTD. INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTIN I ORD. 04-41. SEe:. 10.02.06 & ORD. 2002-0 I, SEe:. 104.1.1,104.1.3.5 & 106.1.2 PATIO ENCLOSURE WITHOUT PERMIT VIOLATION ADDRESS: 242 MARIE LANE 14. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2004090339 JOSEPH H. & LAURA H, HOLCOMB INV. RON MARTINDALE ORD. 91-02, SEC. 104.1.1 COLLAPSED & DETERIORATING FENCE VIOLATION ADDRESS: 560 VALLEY DRIVE E 15. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2004090214 KEVIN D & KATHLEEN MURPHY INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTlNI ORD. 04-58, SEe:. 7 FAILURE TO REGISTER RENTAL PROPERTY VIOLATION ADDRESS: 7925 TIGER LILY DR. 16. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: 2004110643 FIFTH THIRD TRUST CO & SAV BANK ATTN: CORPORATE FACILITIES INVESTIGATIVE SUPERVISOR GARY DANTINI ORD. 04-41,AS AMENDED, SEe:. 5.06.000,5.06.01,5.06.06C\:J (I). IO.02.06(B) EXPIRED SIGN POLE PERMIT VIOLATION ADDRESS: 5076 AIRPORT RD. N. 17. CASE NO: 2006080317 OWNER: WILLIAM SCRIVENS ST. EST. CLEVELAND BURGESS & JAMES SCRIVENS OFFICER: INVESTIGATIVE FIELD SUPERVISOR CAROL SYKORA VIOLA TIONS: ORD.04-41 SEC. I 0.02.06(B)( I )(A). (H)( I )(D), (H)( I )(0) (I) NO PERMITS FOR SECOND MOBILE HOME VIOLATION ADDRESS: 424 15TH ST. SE 6 18. CASE NO: OWNER: OFFICER: VIOLATIONS: VIOLATION ADDRESS: VII. OLD BUSINESS VIII. CONSENT AGENDA 2006070320 ROTHCHILD INVESTMENTS,LLC.C/O CHRISTOPER SHUCART INVESTIGA TIVE SUPER VISOR JEFF LETOURNEAU ORD. 04-41, SEC. 1.04.0 I A, 1 0.02.06(B)( I )(A)(D)(I) NON PERMITTED FOOD CART, NO COLLIER CO. OCc. LICENSE 1195 AIRPORT RD. S. A. Recommendation to approve the Imposition of Lien for owners of record who have failed to pay invoices resulting from nuisance abatement violation enforcement actions. IX. REPORTS X. NEXT MEETING DATE: April 4, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. located at the BCC Chambers, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail. XI. ADJOURN 7 March 7, 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 under 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: 9:12 AM RECONVENED: 9:40 AM The Special Magistrate announced that, on March 7, 2008, she signed into effect the Revised Rules and Regulations under which the Office of the Special Magistrate operates. The Revised Rules and Regulations have been approved by the Board of County Commissioners. 11. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Marlene Stewart, Code Enforcement Administrative Secretary, proposed the following changes: (a) Under Item V(B), "Hearings," the following case was REMOVED from the Agenda by the County due to compliance: . Agenda #4, Case # 2007070057 - BCC vs. RGZ Land Development, LLC (b) Under Item V(B), "Hearings," the following case was WITHDRAWN by the County due to payment of fines: . Agenda #6, Case # SO 161194 - BCC vs. William J. Kendall (c) Under Item VI(A), "Imposition of Fines," the following cases were WITHDRAWN by the County due to payment: . Agenda #13, Case # 2004080776 - BCC vs. Endless Summer RV Estates, L TD . Agenda #14, Case # 2004090339 - BCC vs. Joseph H. & Laura H. Holcomb (d) CORRECTIONS: . Under Item V(B), "Hearings," Agenda #5, Case # 20070000304, the violation address was corrected to 3080 Van Buren. . Under Item Vl(A), "Imposition of Fines," Agenda #3, Case # 2005040190, the Owner's name was corrected to Dan P. Hoolihan. (e) Under Item V(B), "Hearings," Agenda #8, Case # SO 161303 - BCC vs. Edwin Q. Hernandez was dismissed as requested by the Sheriff's Department Deputy. 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. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Hearing held on February 15,2008 were reviewed by the Special Magistrate and approved as submitted. 2 March 7, 2008 IV. MOTIONS A. Motions for Continuance: NONE V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Stipulations: 15. Case # PR 000400 - BCC vs. E. Pode:orske The Hearing was requested by the Respondent who had been present earlier but left before the Hearing could be heard.. Collier County Park Ranger Norman Skinner was present. Violation(s): Ord. Sec. 130-66 Not parked in parking area Violation address: Rover Run Veterans Park The Park Ranger stated he met with the Respondent earlier and the Respondent admitted to the vio1aJion. He further stated the Respondent entered into an ORAL STIPULATION and agreed to pay the tine. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay ajine in the amount of $30.00, together with an administrative fee of $5.00, on or before April 7, 2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. Operational Costs were waived. 14. Case #PR 002337 - BCC vs. Richard M. Randall The Hearing was requested by the Respondent who had been present earlier but left before the Hearing could be heard.. Collier County Park Ranger Carol Buckler was present. Violation(s): Ord. Sec. 130-66 Failure to display paid launch receipt Violation address: 951 Boat Ramp The Park Ranger staled she met with the Respondent earlier and the Respondenl admitted to the violation. Ranger Buckler further stated the Respondent entered into an ORAL STIPULA TION and agreed to pay the fine. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay ajine in the amount of $30.00, together with an administrative fee of $5. 00, on or before April 7, 2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. Operational Costs were waived. 3 March 7, 2008 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS B. Hearings: 2. Case #2007100970 - BCC vs. Yordanvs Hector The Hearing was requesled by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigalor Ed Morad who was present. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41, Sec. 2.01.00(A) Inoperable/untagged vehicles Violation address: 2081 Sunshine Blvd., Golden Gate City The Special Magistrate stated that, due to a County-wide problem with mailing and service of Notice, the case will be CONTINUED. 3. Case #20071 00969 - BCC vs. Y ordanvs Hector The Hearing was requested by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Ed Morad who was present. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 2005-44, Sections 6 & 7 Litter and accumulation of Litter Violation address: 2081 Sunshine Blvd., Golden Gate City The Special Magistrate announced that, due to a County-wide problem with mailing and service of Notice, the case will be CONTINUED. 7. Case # SO 158454 - BCC vs. Charles Dahlstrom The Hearing was requested by the Respondent, Beverly Dahlstrom, who was not present but was represented by her husband. Collier County Deputy Sheriff Fred Klinkman was also present. Violation(s): Ord. 130-67 Handicap space - driver used permit of another Violation address: Home Depot The Deputy stated the Citation had been issued to Beverly Dahlstrom. Charles Dahlstrom stated the vehicle was titled to both his wife and himself, but the handicapped permit was issued solely to him. He drove his wife's car to Home Depot and parked it in a handicapped parking space. They switched cars, and he drove his vehicle away but left the handicapped permit in his wife's car. The Deputy stated he observed the Respondent, Beverly Dahlstrom, loading her car but the handicapped permit was not visible. When he asked for her permit, she stated it had been issued to her husband. The Deputy stated he explained the penalty for using someone 4 March 7, 2008 else's handicapped permit while parking in a handicapped space, and the fine could be as high as $500.00 and/or 60 days in jail under the State's Statute. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay afine in the amount of $250.00 on or before April 7, 2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. Operational Costs were waived. 9. Case # SO 159168 - BCC vs. 1rma Tobar The Hearing had been requested by the Respondent who was not present. Collier County Deputy Sheriff Lindley was present. Violation(s): Ord. Sec. 130-66(I)(H) Parked in fire lane Violation address: Winn Dixie Plaza in front of Bealls (Golden Gate Pkwy) The Deputy stated this case had been continued from a previous Hearing. He stated every other column was posted with notices identifying the fire lane. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay afine in the amount of $30.00, together with an administrative fee of $5. 00, on or before April 7, 2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to pay Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $50.00 on or before April 7, 2008. 10. Case # DAS 11798 - BCC vs. Aneela Howard The Hearing was requested by the Respondent who was present. Collier County Department of Animal Services Officer Anita Martindale was present. William and Angela Caldwell were also present as witnesses. Violation(s): Ord. 14.36, Sec. A(2) Allow dog or cat to run at large Violation address: 106 Westwood Dr., Naples, FL 34110 The Respondent stated she owns two Labrador Retrievers that are kept either in her house or in Ihe yard. She had an electric fence installed to surround her property. She stated there are other dogs in the neighborhood that resemble her dogs and feels some of the problems attributed to her dogs might be due to mistaken identity. She stated she tried to be in her yard whenever her dogs were outside to make sure they remained on property. She stated the next door neighbors are the only ones who seem to have a problem with her dogs. The Officer stated she had not witnessed the dogs being off property. She stated the reporting parties showed her two videos - one was very dark and the other showed a dog with ils paws on the driveway. She was unable to find other neighbors who had also experienced problems with Ihe dogs. 5 March 7, 2008 William Caldwell stated the dogs bit his wife, Angela, approximately two years ago. The dogs have also chased his son, Nathan. He stated the dogs have become more aggressive and most of the problems happened during the evening hours. He had also called the County Sheriffs Department because of this problem. He brought the videos to show the dogs were not wearing their shock collars and were in front of other neighbor's houses further down the street. The Respondent viewed the videos and objected to one of the videos being admitted into evidence. The other showed her house at Christmas. The Special Magistrate stated the video was not clear enough to see anything and determined it had little probative value, but she admitted it into evidence as Counly's Exhibit "A" for Appellate purposes. Mr. Caldwell was requested to provide a copy of the video on a CD to Code Enforcement by March 14,2008, The Respondent stated her dogs have not bitten anyone. She stated a previous dog, a black Lab, did scratch Angela Caldwell, but that dog is no longer at her property. She further stated she is having a large hedge planted on her property to restrict visual contact between her dogs and the neighbors. The Special Magistrate ruled there was sufficient evidence to determine the dogs were off- property and roaming "at large." Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay afine in the amount of $100.00, together with an administrative fee of$7.00, on or before May 7,2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to pay Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $50.00 on or before May 7,2008. RECESS: 10:38 AM RECONVENE: 10:51 AM VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: 5. Case # 2005070547 - BCC vs. Zonia & Julio Lambert The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 1.04.01,2.01.00 Multiple unlicensed vehicles on front of property Violation Address: 3450 Cherokee St., Naples, FL 34112 Investigator Dantini stated the violation had been abated, and the County requested imposition only of Operational Costs in the amount of$163.47. The Respondent stated the property was part of a family Trust. He was unaware the 6 March 7, 2008 Operational Costs had nol been paid and stated he would pay the Operational Costs within 90 days. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 15. Case # 2004090214 - BCC vs. Kevin D. and Kathleen Murphv The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent, Kevin D. Murphy, was present and also represented his wife, Kathleen Murphy. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec, 7 Failure to register rental property Violation Address: 7925 Tiger Lily Dr., Naples, FI34l13 Invesligator Dantini stated Ihe violalion had been abated. The County requesled imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$135.88, together with fines in the amount of$5,130.00 for the period from April 5, 2005 through September 23, 2005 (I 71days @ $30.00/day), for a total fine of$5,265.88. The Respondent stated he purchased the property in March, 2006, and did not have any knowledge of the prior situation or why his attorney or Ihe title company failed to advise him of the lien. He stated the lien had apparently not been recorded when he closed on his property. He stated the property is his home and is not a rental property. County Attorney Jeff Wright requested a brief conference with Code Enforcement, and Investigator Dantini stated the County would have no objection to a reduction in the amount of the fines. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but, due to the unusual circumstances, reduced the total amount to $135.88 (Operational Costs). 18. Case # 2006070320 - BCC vs. Rothchild Investments. LLC c/o Christopher Shucart The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigative Supervisor Jeff Letourneau. The Respondent was also present. The Respondent stated he is a Managing Member of Rothchild Investments, LLC. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41, Sec. 1.04.0IA, 1O.02.06(B)(I)(A)(D)(I) Non-permitted food cart, no Collier County Occupational License Violation Address: 1195 Airport Rd. S. The County requested imposition of Operational Costs in the amount of $144.60 together with fines in the amount of: (a) $72,000.00 for the period from August 29,2006 through June 13,2007 (288 days @ $250/day), and 7 March 7, 2008 (b) $55,500.00 for the period from July 28,2007 through March 6, 2008 (222 days @ $250/day) for a total amounl of$127,644.60. The Respondent stated his company purchased the shopping center on Airport Road which included the "red wagon" concession stand. He was aware of the lien and had spoken with the owner, Victor George, who assured him that the fines would be paid and items cited by the County would be repaired. The Respondent introduced a copy ofletter of agreement (with attachments) to Viclor George which was admitted into evidence and marked as Respondenl's Composite Exhibit "A." The Respondent stated he became involved in April, 2007 and that he obtained a building permit and corrected all of the violations previously cited by the Counly. He obtained a Certificate of Completion for the permanent tie-down of the wagon on August 21, 2007. He further stated between attorney's fees, survey costs, and permit fees, his company has expended approximately $8,000.00 to correct the violations. Investigator Letourneau stated that since the wagon has not been operated, the conditional use permit and occupational license required by the Order were not really necessary. Supervisor Letourneau stated the County would not object to a reduction of the fees. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but, due to mitigating circumstances, reduced the fees to $6,250.00 for a total fine of $6,394.60 (including Operational Costs of$144.60). 3. Case # 2005040190 - BCC vs. Dan P. Hoolihan The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent was also present and stated his name is Daniel Patrick Hoolihan. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 10.02.06 & 104.1.3,5 Unpermitted eleclrical alteration Violation Address: 2721 66th St. SW, Naples, FL 34105 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$168.57, together with fines in the amount of$750.00 for the period from November 16, 2005 through December I, 2005 (I5days @$50.00/day), for a total fine of$918.57. The Respondent stated the property had been owned by his brother, David Hoolihan, who died in December, 2005. He stated he purchased the property from the Estale in January, 2008, Neither his attorney nor the title company informed him of the lien. He further stated the Estate does not have Ihe funds to pay the lien. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but, due to mitigating circumstances, reduced the total amount of the fine of$168.57. 8 March 7, 2008 16. Case # 2004110643 - BCC vs. Fifth Third Trust Co. & Savinl!:s Bank, Attn: Corporate Facilities The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent was represented by Pat Ferguson, Senior Facility Manager. Lynn Rants, Images Sign Company, was also presenl as a witness. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 5.06.00, 5.06.01, 5.06.06(C)(l), 1O.02.06(B) Expired sign pole permit Violation Address: 5076 Airport Rd. N., Naples, FL 34105 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated and the Operational Costs had been paid. The County requested imposilion of fines in the total amount of$3,500.00 for the period from August 31,2005 through November 9,2005 (70days @ $50.00/day). Mr. Ferguson asked the representative from Images Sign Company to explain the timeline. Ms, Rants stated her company was hired to abate the violation. She initially applied for a Demolition Permit from Collier County as requested but later found it does not exist for signage. She contacted Michaelle Crowley who stated fines would not be levied while the company was trying to remove the non-conforming pole sign. Additional permits were applied for, the old sign was removed on September 29,2005, and a final inspection was conducted in November, 2005. She stated the inspection was delayed due to Hurricane Wilma. She did not think there was any urgency to completing the project. The Special Magistrate stated the Bank had a responsibility to follow up with the County. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines but, due to mitigating circumstances, reduced the total amount of the fine of $500.00. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS B. Hearings: 1. Case # #2007070244 - BCC vs. Marv Edwards The Hearing was requesled by Collier County Code Enforcement Investigator Azure Sorrels who was present. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Secs. 1O.02.06(B)(l)(A), 1O.02.06(B)(l)(E) & I 0.02.06(B)(1 )(E)(I) Building permits Violation address: 47 Moon Bay St. 9 March 7, 2008 The Investigator stated the case had been continued from a previous hearing and the violation concerned an unpermitted storage shed. She further stated she had spoken with the property owner and her son several times. She stated the property owner is handicapped and has a limited income, Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUILTY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to apply for and obtain all required building permit, inspections and a Certificate of Completion or obtain a demolition permit, inspections and a Certificate of Completion, on or before April 7, 2008, or a fine of $100. 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 $226.13 on or before April 7, 2008. The Respondent is to notifY the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation(s) had been abated. The Investigator stated that, due to the Respondent's limiled income, the County would not object to reducing the fine to $50.00 per day even though she had initially asked for the full amount allowed by Statute. The Special Magistrate granted the County's requestfor a reduction of the amount of the fine. 5. Case # 20070000304 - BCC vs. Henrv Tesno and Jill Weaver The Hearing was requested by Collier County Property Maintenance Specialist Joe Mucha who was present. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 2004-58, Section 6, Subsection 2 & II Mobile home being occupied without water and electric Violation address: 3080 Van Buren Ave, Naples, FL 34112 The Investigator staled the property is solely owned by Jill Weaver and the violation address is 3080 Van Buren A venue. He further stated the violation included Subsection II. The Investigator introduced a letter from the City of Naples verifying that power and electric had been turned off to the property and a list all of the violations which were marked as County's Composite Exhibit "A" and admitted into evidence. He also introduced fourteen photographs of the property which were marked as County's Composite Exhibit "B" and admitted into evidence. The Special Magistrate noted this was a repeat violation of Case #2007110459, The confusion over the names of the property owners was due 10 the prior case in which the property was owned by both parties. The Ordinance allows the repeat violation to be brought even though the property address was different. 10 March 7, 2008 The Special Magistrate noted Ihe Agenda is amended to reflect the changes of ownership, address, and violation subsection. The Investigator stated the property is currently vacanl and has been posted. Cpl. Mike Nelson, Collier County Sheriffs Department, stated the tenants had illegally tapped inlo a neighbor's water supply, and had run an extension cord between the two properties which ended up starting a small tire. Finding the Notice of Hearing had been properly served, the Respondent was found GUlL TY of the alleged violation(s) and was ordered to pay a civil penalty of $5,000. 00 on or before April 7, 2008 unless altered by a subsequent Stipulation or Order of the Special Magistrate. The Respondent was ordered to restore water and electricity to the property OR obtain a Boarding Certificate and inspection to secure the property until the utilities could be restored, all on or before March 14, 2008, or afine of $500. 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. If the Respondent is unable to comply by June 7,2008, Code Enforcement may obtain contractor bid-out to demolish the property and assess the cost for the abatement to the Respondent. If necessary, assistance may be requested from the Collier County Sheriff's Office. The Respondent was ordered to pay the Operational Costs incurred by Code Enforcement during the prosecution of this case in the amount of $243. 60 on or before April 7, 2008. The Respondent is to notifY the Investigator within 24 hours of a workday to concur the violation(s) had been abated. 11. Case # DAS 11618 - BCC vs. Nelson Martinez 12. Case # DAS 11619 - BCC vs. Nelson Martinez 13. Case # DAS 11620 - BCC vs. Nelson Martinez The Hearing was requested by the Respondent who was present and who stated that he did not speak English. The Special Magistrate stated these cases would be continued to allow the Respondent an opportunity to bring a translator with him. Supervisor Dantini contacted Code Enforcement Investigator Cristina Perez via telephone. in order for her to explain to the Respondent that the cases would be CONTINUED. RECESS: 12:23 PM RECONVENED: 12:37 PM 11 March 7, 2008 VI. NEW BUSINESS A. Motion for Imposition of Fines: 1. Case # 2004080929 - BCC vs. Nathan Benderson Trust. et al. & Ruben Wavne Violation(s): Ord. 04-41, Sees. 5.06.00, 5.06.01, 5.06.06(C), 10.02.06(B) Wall signs with cancelled permit Violation Address: 4965 Golden Gate Pkwy, The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 2. Case # 2005081087 - BCC vs. Robert A. Mitchell Vio1ation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 2.01.00 Boat parked on side of house Violation Address: 3465 Dorado Way The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 6. Case # 2005110328 - BCC vs. Tereso Bautista & Emiliana Lopes VasQuez Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 7 No rental registration Violation Address: 3545 23,d Ave. SW The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 10. Case # 2005010687 - BCC vs. Al'd Favard. Jr. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 1.04.01 & 2.02.03 Several unlicensedlinoperab1e vehicles Violation Address: 901 Airport Road S, The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 8. Case # 2007080668 - BCC vs. RoHan Perez Violation(s): 2004 FBC, R4101.17.1 as adopled by Collier County Residential swimming pool without a safety barrier Violation Address: 1974 46th St. SW The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 12 March 7, 2008 9. Case # 2007030290 - BCC vs. RoHan Perez Violation(s): Ord. 2004-58, Sec. 6, Subsec.l, 5, II and Sec. 7, Subsec. 2 Failure to register rental property and renting a room in dwelling With no kitchen or balh facilities Violation Address: 652 Pompano Drive The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 17. Case # 2006080317 - BCC vs. William Scrivens Est.. Cleveland BUr!!ess and James Scrivens Violation(s): Ord. 04-41, Sec. 1O.02.06(B)(1)(A), (B)(1)(D), (B)(I)(D)(I) No permits for second mobile home Violation Address: 424 15th St. SE The Special Magistrate stated this case would be CONTINUED due to a lack of confirmation from the U.S. Postal Service of delivery of Notice to the Respondent. 4. Case # 2005110770 - BCC vs. Estiverne Meveilleuse The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini and Investigator Carol Sykora, The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-41 as amended, Sec. 2.01.00 Unlicensed/Inoperable vehicle on property Violation address: 631 Hope Circle Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition only of the Operalional Costs in the amount of$190.67. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. 7. Case # 2005070730 - BCC vs. Boldine: & Co., Inc.. Villae:e Inn of Goodland The County was represented by CoJlier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondents were not present. Violation(s): Ord. 81-42, Sec. I Failure to maintain occupational license for the Village Inn of Goodland Violation address: 212 Harbor Place, Goodland, FL 34140 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. 13 March 7, 2008 The County requested imposition of the Operational Costs in the amount of$170.51, together with fines in the amount of $18,500.00 for the period from October 31, 2005 through December 7,2005 (37 days @ $500.00/day), for a total fine of$18,670.5I. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for Imposition of Fines. 11. Case # 2005060225 - BCC vs. Laker Investment Me:mt.. Inc. The County was represented by Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor Gary Dantini. The Respondent was not present. Violation(s): Ord. 04-58, Sec. 7(2) Failure to obtain rental registration Violation address: 4500 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples, FL 34116 Supervisor Dantini stated the violation had been abated. The County requested imposition only of the Operational Costs in the amount of$186.77. The Special Magistrate GRANTED the County's Motion for the Imposition of Fines. VII. OLD BUSINESS - None VIII. CONSENT AGENDA A. Recommendation to approve the Imposition of Lien for owners of record who have failed to pay invoices resulting from nuisance abatement violation enforcement actions. The Special Magistrate stated she was provided an Executive Summary together with packets of information with the exception of Item #2. Sue Chapin, Secretary to the Special Magistrate, stated no packet or information had been provided for that case. The Special Magistrate stated she would approve all of the cases with the exception of Case #2007090652 - BCC vs. Than Naing (Lien amount - $297.00). IX. REPORTS X. NEXT MEETING DATE - April 4, 2008 14 March 7, 2008 ***** There being no further business for the good of the County, the Hearing was adjourned by Order ofthe Special Magistrate at 12:51 PM. COLLIER COUNTY SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARING Special Magistrate, Brenda Garretson These Minutes were approved by the Special Magistrate on as presented , or as amended 15