CEB Minutes 05/26/1994 R
1994
CODE
ENFORCEMENT
BOARD
MINUTES
May 26, 1994
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF COLLIER COUNTY
DATE:
May 26, 1994
TIME:
9:00 A.M.
PLACE:
3rd Floor Boardroom, Building "F", Collier County
Government Center, Naples, Florida
CEB
STAFF PRESENT
ALLEN
ANDREWS
LAZARUS
LAFORET
L'ESPERANCE
RAWSON
X
Exc.
X
X
X
X
SMITH
MANALICH
CLARK
CRUZ
X
X
X
X
MINUTES BY: Sue Barbiretti and Ellie Hoffman, Deputy Clerks
CALLED TO ORDER AT:
9:00 A.M.
ADJOURNED: 12:00 P.M.
PRESIDING: Lionel L'Esperance, Chairman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 24, 1994
ADDENDA TO THE AGENDA: None
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
AGE N D A
Date: May 26, 1994 at 9:00 o'clock A.M.
Location: Collier County Government Center, Bldg. "F" Third Floor
NOTE: ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION OF
THIS BOARD 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 CODE ENFORCEMENT
BOARD SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THIS
RECORD.
1. ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
March 24, 1994
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Board of County Commissioners vs. Anthony J. Varano
CEB No. 94-005
Board of County Commissioners vs. Gunnar L. Olson, Marilyn Olson
and J & J Palms, Inc., John Watkins and John Raulerson
CEB No. 94-006
6. NEW BUSINESS
Filing of Affidavit of Compliance - CEB 94-002
BCC vs. Chevron, U.S.A., Inc. and Avis Rent-A-Car
Filing of Affidavit of Compliance - CEB 94-003
BCC vs. Warrenton Enterprises Corp.
7. OLD BUSINESS
Request for Imposition of Fines - CEB No. 93-011
BCC vs. Meadowood Club Apts., Inc.
Request for Imposition of Fines - CEB No. 93-006
BCC vs. Kevin Stoneburner and Gulf Materials Recovery and
Artificial Reefs, Inc.
Request for Imposition of Fines - CEB No. 93-010
BCC vs. Joseph F. Kelly and Debera Kelly
Request for Imposition of Fines - CEB No. 93-005
BCC vs. Deauville Lake Club Dev. Corp.
Request for Imposition of Fines - CEB 93-003
BCC vs. Elba Development Corp.
Request to modify the Order of the Board - Case No. 94-001
BCC vs. First Bank of Immokalee
8. REPORTS
9. NEXT MEETING DATE
June 23, 1994
10. ADJOURN
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF COLLIER COUNTY
(025)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
(036)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
(085)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
(137)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
Roll Call
Maria Cruz, Code Enforcement Coordinator, announced
that Mr. Andrews is excused from the meeting and
that Mr. Flatto has resigned.
***
Approval of Agenda
Ms. Cruz requested that Case No. 94-001 be con-
tinued until the next meeting.
Mr. Cruz requested that a partial release of lien
on Case No. 93-005 be added to the agenda.
Made by Mr. Lazarus to approve the amended agenda.
Seconded by Ms. Rawson. Carried: 5/0.
***
Approval of Minutes of March 24, 1994
Mr. Manalich referred to the middle paragraph on
page 5. He stated that the following statement
should be added: "Mr. Manalich commented that
March 24, 1999, will be the actual time frame in
which to foreclose on the lien. (Amended copy
available in the Clerk's Office.)
Made by Ms. Rawson to approve the amended Minutes
of March 24, 1994. Seconded by Mr. Allen.
Carried: 5/0.
***
BCC vs. Anthony J. Varano - CBB No. 94-005
Ms. Cruz announced that Mr. Varano is not in
attendance.
Ms. Cruz stated that the respondent has been cited
due to the continuance of a partially constructed
and abandoned structure without a valid building
permit or Certificate of Occupancy (CO).
Ms. Cruz stated that Staff has made every attempt
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MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
to notify the respondent of this hearing and the
violation.
Acting Community Development Administrator Dick
Clark revealed that according to neighbors, Mr.
Varano is trying to avoid contact with the County
but is still in the area. He said that all
Ordinance requirements regarding posting and adver-
tising have been met.
In response to Mr. Lazarus, Mr. Clark replied that
this a partially constructed building that presents
a dangerous situation.
Made by Mr. Lazarus to accept Composite Exhibit "A"
into evidence. Seconded by Ms. Rawson. Carried:
5/0.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Charles Tomasino
stated that he has been employed by Collier County
Code Enforcement for 19 years as a Code Enforcement
Inspector.
Mr. Tomasino stated that he has inspected the site
on many occasions. He revealed that the building
was under construction and abruptly stopped. He
stated that the building is partially constructed
of cinder blocks and abandoned. He said that the
permit for the construction has expired.
In response to Mr. Clark, Mr. Tomasino identified
page 17 as the Inspection History of Permit No.
910004888 which was issued to Mr. Varano. He
stated that the last inspection was held on June
30, 1992.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Ed Perico, Chief
Building Inspector for Collier County stated that
he visited the site on many occasions. He
testified that the photographs on page 16 are of
the site. He said that the structural integrity of
the block is fine but the general existing con-
dition of this building presents a health and
safety hazard.
At the request of Mr. Lazarus, Mr. Perico explained
his construction background.
In response to Mr. Laforet, Mr. Perico stated that
there is no fencing around the property and that
represents an "attractive nuisance" in the area.
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MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
Mr. Clark stated that the testimony and evidence
indicate that the uncompleted structure is in
violation of the Collier County Administrative
Building Code No. 91-56 and Collier County Land
Development Code No. 91-102. He advised that the
respondent be found in violation and requested that
the maximum fine of $250.00 per day per violation
of each Ordinance be imposed. He said that the
County will take further steps under the Unsafe
Structure Ordinance to proceed in an expedient
manner in the event that the respondent does not
respond to the Order.
In response to Mr. Lazarus, Mr. Clark replied that
Ordinance No. 76-70 allows the County to remove the
top portion of the structure in 30 days if the
respondent does not comply.
Mr. Clark requested that the CEB require the
respondent to remove the top portion of the struc-
ture and fence in the property within 30 days and
complete the remainder in a reasonable time frame.
Mr. Lazarus suggested that the respondent provide
evidence of commencing the work within seven days.
In response to Mr. Clark, Mr. Allen stated that a
reasonable time frame in which to complete this
structure is approximately six months.
Mr. Clark suggested that the respondent must ini-
tiate clean up within seven days, remove the top
portion of the structure within 30 days and
complete construction within six months.
Mr. Laforet suggested that the work shall proceed
after 30 days of this notice and proceed con-
tinuously until completion.
Mr. L'Esperance closed the public hearing.
Made by Mr. Allen that, in CEB Case No. 94-005, the
Re.pondent is to correct the violation pursuant to
the Pindings of Pact, Conclusions of Law and Order
of the Board on file in the Clerk's Office.
Seconded by Mr. Laforet.
Mr. Lazarus suggested adding an amendment to the
motion. He stated that paragraph 4B be added to
the Findings of Fact to read "That the continuing
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MOTION:
MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
MOTION:
MAY 26, 1994
existence of this structure endangers the health
and safety of the public".
Made by Mr. Lazarus to aaend the motion by adding
paragraph 4B. Seconded by Ms. Rawson. Carried:
5/0.
Made by Mr. Allen to Order the respondent to
correct the violation of the Land Development Code
No. 91-102 as amended Section 2.1.15 and the
Collier County Building Administrative Code No.
91-56, Section 103.6.1.2 in the following manner:
A. Remove all second story framing not yet dried
in or structurally safe.
B. Remove all unusable trusses and debris from
jobsite.
C. Secure site with a 6 foot chain link fence.
Stipulations A through C to be completed within
seven days.
D. Obtain valid Building Permit within ten days.
E. Commence construction within 30 days.
F. Pass an inspection within 90 days.
G. Have a Certificate of Occupancy within six
months from June 26, 1994. Seconded by Mr.
Lazarus.
Mr. Lazarus suggested that the motion be amended to
stipulate that a Demolition Permit be secured for
the removal of the second story structure within
seven days of the date of this Order and completion
of the removal of the second story portion within
30 days of the date of this Order.
Mr. Allen agreed to aaend his aotion. Seconded by
Ms. Rawson. Carried: 5/0.
Made by Mr. Allen that the said corrections be com-
pleted on or before the timetable stipulated above.
If the respondent does not comply with this Order
on or before the dates stipulated the respondent is
ordered to pay a fine of $250.00 per day for each
day that any violation described herein continues
past said date. Failure to comply with the Order
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MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
(1577)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
within the specified time will result in the recor-
dation of a Lien pursuant to Chapter 162 Florida
Statutes which may be foreclosed and the respon-
dent's property sold to enforce the Lien.
Made by Mr. Allen that a fine of $500.00 per day
for each day that any violation described herein.
Seconded by Mr. Lazarus.
In response to Mr. Lazarus, Assistant County
Attorney Manalich stated that is considering
whether the fine could be doubled because there
are two Ordinances.
Mr. Clark stated that Staff feels that the respon-
dent is in violation of the two Ordinances.
Mr. Manalich stated that the intent is to have a
fine imposed per violation. He said that if there
are different violations in different Ordinances
each of those can carry a fine, but if the two
Ordinances cover the same violation, only one
$250.00 fine may be applied.
Mr. Manalich requested that the CEB grant the
County Attorney's Office the authority to phrase
the language to effectuate the CEB's intent and
correct any typographical errors.
Made by Mr. Lazarus to direct the County Attorney
to phrase the language regarding the fines in
accordance to the Ordinance and to correct any
typographical errors. Seconded by Ms. Rawson.
Carried: 5/0.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich asked if the
Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order
should be recorded?
Made by Mr. Lazarus to record the Lien. Seconded
by Ms. Rawson. Carried: 5/0.
***
Case No. CEB 94-006
Ms. Cruz requested that this case be continued to
the meeting of June 23, 1994.
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(1617)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
(1675)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
(1709)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
Mr. Clark explained that this is a two party viola-
tion and one of the parties has agreed to settle
their part of the violation. He said that it is
hoped that after speaking to the second respondent
that the violations may be resolved.
It was the consensus of the CEB to continue Case
No. CEB 94-006 to the meeting of June 23, 1994.
***
Case No. CEB 94-002
Ms. Cruz explained that the CEB heard this case
previously. She said that the CEB ordered the
respondent to take corrective actions before
April 27, 1994. She stated that are-inspection
was performed on April 28, 1994, and found that the
violation has been removed. She said that Staff is
requesting that an Affidavit of Compliance be filed
in this case.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich stated that he
will file a Notice of Compliance if necessary.
It was the consensus of the CEB to issue an
Affidavit of Compliance for Case No. CEB 94-002.
***
C... No. CEB 94-003
Ms. Cruz explained that this is a request for an
Affidavit of Compliance. She said that the CEB
ordered the respondent to correct violations before
May 1, 1994. She said a re-inspection had been
made on May 2, 1994 and found the violation
removed.
It was the consensus of the CEB to issue an
Affidavit of Compliance for Case No. CEB 94-003.
***
C&B No. 93-011 BCC vs. Meadowood Club Apts., Inc.
Ms. Cruz explained that this is a request for the
imposition of fines. She stated that on November
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MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
22, 1993, the CEB issued an Order and found the
respondent in several violations. She said that
the respondent was ordered to obtain compliance by
March 24, 1994. She said that the Code Enforcement
Department has done several inspections and found
this property is still violation, although a great
deal of progress has been done. She said as of
April 12, 1994, there are 88 violations remaining.
She said that those violations multiplied by 20
days multiplied by $250.00 per day total $44,000.00
that Staff is requesting be imposed at this time.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Len Berlin,
representing Meadowood Club Apts., stated that he
is the General Contractor making the repairs in
Meadowood Apts. He said that work began before the
Findings of Fact were issued by the CEB. He stated
that at that time a great deal of money was
available to Meadowood Club Apts., and six pre-cast
slabs for six buildings were ordered. He said that
the owners were in the financial position to order
half the stairs as required for replacement and he
proceeded to make the repairs. He explained that
shortly afterward the owner went into Receivership
and exhausted all funds. He said that he met with
the Receiver and was assured that the funding would
be obtained and his firm continued to work on the
project. He indicated that work did slow down
because he was not in the position to order the
additional slabs or stairs. He said that the judge
did sign the necessary certificate and he was paid
in full within 24 hours. He indicated that once
the certificate was signed, all the materials were
ordered which enabled his firm to work at a rate of
three buildings per week. He submitted a schedule
depicting the amount of progress that has been
made. He stated that all repairs will be completed
in approximately one month. He requested that the
CEB grant an extension of 90 days from the original
March 23 1994, deadline so that the repairs may be
completed. He requested that the CEB postpone the
fines so that they may be reassessed after comple-
tion.
Made by Ms. Rawson to accept Mr. Berlin's Exhibit
as Exhibit "A" for the respondent. Seconded by Mr.
Lazarus. Carried: 5/0.
In response to Mr. Allen, Mr. Berlin replied that
at one time he had $76,000.00 involved in the pro-
ject.
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MAY 26, 1994
Mr. Clark pointed out that Mr. Berlin has always
been cooperative and responsible.
Mr. Clark stated that there are violations that
have not been completed. He indicated that Staff
is requesting the imposition of fines with the con-
dition that the fines will continue to accrue until
completion. He said that at that point, Mr. Berlin
or the owner could request a reduction in fines.
In response to Mr. Lazarus, Mr. Clark replied that
the imposition of fines would motivate the owner to
obtain compliance.
Mr. Berlin commented that should the fines be
levied at this time, funds may be withdrawn from
monies allocated for the repair work.
Mr. Lazarus stated that the funds will not have to
paid at this time.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich stated that the
Order can be entered and recorded at this time. He
pointed out that if it is recorded it will act as a
Lien on the property. He suggested that the
Findings of Facts, Conclusions of Law and Order of
the Board be recorded.
Mr. Berlin stated that he is having a difficult
time finding subcontractors and suppliers to per-
form on a project that by public knowledge is
bankrupt. He said that at this time, to impose
fines or liens would be detrimental to the comple-
tion of the project.
Mr. Manalich reiterated that the entry of the Order
itself will not act as a Lien.
Mr. Clark stated that Staff recommends filing the
Order of the Board at this time. He suggested that
the case be brought back before the CEB in 60 days.
He said that if the violations are not corrected at
that time, an Imposition of Fines would be
recorded.
Mr. L'Esperance closed the public hearing.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich stated that the
Case will be continued for 60 days and no further
action is necessary at this time.
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MAY 26, 1994
***
*** Recessed: 10:15 A.M. - Reconvened: 10:20 A.M. ***
***
(2715)
ITEM:
CEB No. 93-010 - BCC vs. Joseph F. Kelly and Debra
ICe 11 y
COMMENTS:
Ms. Cruz stated that the CEB ordered that the
respondent take certain corrective actions by April
28, 1994. She said that Code Enforcement did an
inspection on April 29, 1994 and found that the
violations still remained. She stated that Staff
requests an imposition of fines be filed for
$5,500.00 for the dates of April 29 through May 20,
1994, at the rate of $250.00 per day.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Mr. Kelly
explained that his building permit expired. He
said that in October the CEB granted some time to
fix the outside of the addition to his residence.
He said that since that time the block walls have
been stuccoed, painted and all the windows and
doors installed. He stated that all the corrective
measures have been taken except for two small win-
dows. He said that he is approximately one month
behind schedule.
In response to Mr. Clark, Mr. Kelly stated that he
first began construction of the addition eight
years ago.
Mr. Clark pointed out that the community was sub-
jected to the existence of this partially completed
building for eight years. He said that the purpose
of today's action is the imposition of fines that
will continue to accrue until completion. He noted
that the CEB ordered the respondent to obtain a
building permit and complete construction.
Mr. Kelly stated that he did not complete the addi-
tion because it was an ongoing project. He said
that the imposition of fines would be a hardship.
He stated he would be unable to pay any fines under
any circumstances.
In response to Mr. Clark, Mr. Kelly confirmed that
the addition will be completed on Sunday.
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MOTION:
Tape #2
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
(132)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
In response to Mr. Lazarus, Mr. Clark replied that
he is unsure of costs to the County regarding
compliance. He stated that he will calculate the
amount of expenses.
Mr. L'Esperance closed the public hearing.
Made by Mr. Allen to order the respondent to pay
Collier County the amount of $5,500.00 for non-
coapliance of the Board's Order of October 5, 1993;
this fine is for the dates of April 29, to May 20,
1994 at the rate of $250.00 per day. He said it is
further ordered that a fine of $250.00 per day con-
tinue to accrue until the respondent coaes into
compliance or until jUdgment is rendered on a suit
to foreclose on a Lien filed pursuant to Section
162.09 Florida Statute. He said this Order
may be recorded and shall, pursuant to Section
162.09, Plorida Statutes, constitute a lien
against the property described in Exhibit nAn
andlor any other real estate or personal property
owned by the respondent. He stated that the
respondent will have the opportunity to return for
a reduction of fines after completion. Seconded
by Ms. Rawson.
Mr. Lazarus stated that although he will vote for
the imposition of fine he is uncertain as to
whether the fine is appropriate or inappropriate.
He requested that Staff report the cost to the
County in this manner.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich asked if the
Order should be recorded?
Mr. Allen agreed to aaend his motion to include
postponing the recordation of the Order for 30
days.
Opon call for the question, the motion carried 5/0.
***
CEB No. 93-005 - BCC vs. Deauville Lake Club
Development Corporation
Ms. Cruz announced that this is a request for an
Imposition of Fines. She said that this case came
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MOTION:
(410)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
before the CEB on April 22, 1993 and the CEB issued
and ordered the respondent to take corrective
action by July 21, 1993. She stated that the case
came back to the CEB on September 13, 1993, for an
imposition of fines for $18,000.00. She explained
that Staff is requesting an additional imposition
of fine for $61,500.00 because the violations are
still in place. She said that this is a total 246
days at $250.00 per day.
Mr. Clark noted that the respondent is not present.
Assistant County Attorney Manalich stated that a
notice was furnished and sent by Certified Mail.
He said that he had received a letter from a law
firm representing the Deauville of Naples
Condominium Association regarding civil litigation
between the Association and the developer. He read
the letter requesting the release of lien and pre-
sented same to the CEB.
Mr. Manalich said that he is concerned that the
original Findings of Fact and Conclusion of Law and
Order of the Board have been recorded. He said
that in the past a number of releases have been
issued to assist the unit owners. He said that the
County Attorney's Office has no objection to
entering the partial releases with the condition
that Staff will investigate that this will assist
the Association of unit owners. He asked if the
Order Imposing Fine should be postponed?
Mr. Clark suggested that the Order Imposing the
Fine be postponed and agreed with the concern of
Mr. Manalich.
Made by Ms. Rawson authorizing the Chairman to exe-
cute the release of liens to individual units pro-
vided that Staff and the County Attorney deem it
appropriate and that the Order I.posing Pine be
postponed for one month. Seconded by Mr. Allen.
Carried: 5/0.
***
Cas. No. 93-003 - BCC vs. Elba Development
Corporation
Ms. Cruz stated that this is a request for the
imposition of fines. She said that this case was
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MAY 26, 1994
heard by the CEB on April 22, 1993. She said that
the CEB ordered the respondent to take corrective
action on November 1, 1993. She said the case was
brought back before the Board on February 3, 1994,
and imposed fines of $18,250.00 were filed. She
reported that further inspections reveal that the
violations still exist. She said that Staff is
requesting that the amount of $26,250.00 be
imposed.
Leonard Rena, representing Elba Development, stated
that significant progress has been made. He said
that the reason the project was held up is due to
financial problems. He requested that the case be
continued for 30 days and that the CEB not take any
action at this time.
Mr. Clark stated that the respondent had been given
ample time to complete the project. He stated that
Staff is willing to wait 30 days to assure that
the project is completed. He said that once
completed, Mr. Rena can request a reduction in
fines. He indicated that Staff is opposed to the
elimination of fines.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Cheryl Janopolis
stated no work has been done on the project in the
last 30 days. She asked if anything could be done
besides the imposition of fines?
Mr. Clark stated that the CEB has statutory
authority limited to the imposition of fines.
Mr. Allen stated that the right-of-way engineering
has failed three times; site drainage has failed
twice; landscaping has failed seven times; and
parking has failed once. He remarked that an ease-
ment must be granted for the sprinkler line pipe.
He asked why the easement has not been requested?
Mr. Rena stated that one of the lenders did not
want to grant a release and that held up the ease-
ment request.
In response to Mr. Clark, Mr. Rena said that he is
not sure when the request for the easement would be
brought before the BCC.
Mr. Rena agreed to develop a timetable for comple-
tion of the project and distribute copies to the
CEB.
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MOTION:
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
(1710)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
MAY 26, 1994
At Mr. Clark's request, Mr. Rena agreed to distri-
bute the timetable to a representative of property
owners also.
After being sworn in by Ms. Cruz, Tony Franzer,
Mrs. Robert Black and Charles Morton discussed
their concerns regarding completion of the project.
Made by Ms. Rawson to accept the photographs and a
letter into evidence. Seconded by Mr. Lazarus.
Carried: 5/0.
Mr. Clark urged the Board not to release the moti-
vation authority that it has.
Mr. Lazarus expressed concern regarding the collec-
tion of fines. He asked if there is a way to hold
the individuals responsible?
In response to Mr. Manalich, Mr. Clark stated that
criminal action is pending. He said there are cor-
porate assets available.
Mr. Lazarus stated that he would like to see if
there is a way to pierce the corporate veil.
Mr. L'Esperance closed the public hearing.
Made by Mr. Lazarus to approve the stipulated
reco...ndations, revisit the case in 30 days and
that the fines will continue to accrue until
coapletion.
***
*** Recessed: 11:25 - Reconvened: 11:30 ***
***
CEB No. 93-006 - BCC vs. Kevin Stoneburner and Gulf
Materials Recovery and Artificial Reefs, Inc.
Ms. Cruz stated that this is a request for the
imposition of fines. She said that the CEB ordered
the respondent to take corrective action by August
25, 1993 or a fine of $125.00 per day would be
imposed. She said an extension was granted until
November 24, 1993 or a fine of $250.00 per day
would be imposed. She reported that the CEB
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***
(2036)
COMMENTS:
MOTION:
MAY 26, 1994
imposed a fine of $11,750.00 for non-compliance on
February 3, 1994. She indicated that Code
Enforcement made numerous inspections and noted
that the violations remained. She stated that
Staff requests that a fine of $28,500.00 be imposed
for non-compliance.
Mr. Lazarus stated that he will abstain from this
hearing due to conflict of interest.
Jerry Pitkin, Attorney for Mr. Stoneburner, stated
that the site has been cleaned up. He said that
his client has spent approximately $70,000.00 to
obtain compliance. He reported that Mr.
Stoneburner mobilized equipment to clear the
debris two days earlier. He said that as of this
morning the remaining debris is in the process of
being removed. He requested that the CEB reduce
the prior fine and the current fine.
Deputy Clerk Hoffman replaced Deputy Clerk Barbiretti
at this time ***
Attorney Pitkin affirmed that Mr. Stoneburner or
one of his representatives will keep an eye on the
project on a weekly basis to ensure that other
people are not dumping materials on the site.
Mr. Pitkin requested that the fines be reduced to
the costs incurred by the County.
Mr. Clark advised that staff's actual cost, thus
far, including one additional inspection this date
to ensure total compliance of the project, is
$639.72.
Mr. Clark stated that considering all the miti-
gating circumstances involving this case, staff is
not opposed to reducing the fine to the actual cost
of $639.72, if that amount is paid this date.
Mr. Allen remarked that Mr. Cadenhead has already
been paid $70,000 and it appears that Mr.
Stoneburner will be expending an additional
$5,000 - $6,000 to clean up what was not completed
by Mr. Cadenhead. Attorney Pitkin replied that Mr.
Allen's observation is correct.
Made by Ms. Rawson that the fine previously imposed
on Mr. Stoneburner be reduced to $639.72 pending
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his payment of same within the next six hours.
Seconded by Mr. Allen. Carried 4/0 (Mr. Lazarus
abstained) .
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(2260)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
Next Meeting Date
Chairman L'Esperance announced that the next
meeting date is June 23, 1994.
***
(2285)
ITEM:
COMMENTS:
Introduction of Mr. Ed Morad
Mr. Clark advised that Mr. Ed Morad is the Acting
Code Enforcement Director. He revealed that he has
been a Code Compliance Investigator for eight years
and has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
The Board welcomed Mr. Morad.
***
There being no further business for the Good of the County,
the meeting was adjourned by Order of the Chair.
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FORM 88 MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR
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WHO MUST FILE FORM 88
This form is for use by any person serving :1t the county. city. or other localleo.'el of government on an appointed or elected board,
:ouncil, commission. authority, or committee. It applies equally to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented
with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes. The requiremeo,ts of this law are mandatory; although
the use of this panicular form is not required by law. you are encouraged to use it in making the disclosure .required by law.
Your responsibilities under the law when faced with a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending
on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, pl~ pay close attention to the instructions on this form
before completing the reverse side and filing the form,
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.~143. FLORIDA STATUTES
ELECTED OFFICERS:
A person holding electh'e county. municipal. or other local public office ~'IUST ABSTAI N from voting on a measure which inures
to his special private gain. Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the special
gain of a principal (other than a governinent agency) by whom he is retained.
In either case. you should disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on
.....hich you are abstaining from voting; and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by compktingand filing this form with the person responsible for recording
the minutes of the meeting. who should incorporate the form in th~ minut~s. ~
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APPOINTED OFFICERS:
A person holding appoimive county. municipal. or other local public offi.:e MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
inures to his special private gain, Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the
sp.=cial gain of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he is retained. '
A person holding an appointive local offic~ otherwise may participate in a ~atter in which he has a conflict of interest. but must
disclose the nature ot" the conlliet before making any attempt to influence the decision by oral or written communication. whether
r.1.J.de by the officer or at his direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO \lAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH
THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN: .
· . should complete and file this form (bet"ore making any anempt [0 influence the decision) with the person responsible for
rel..ording the minutes of the meeting. .....ho will incorporate the form in the minutes.
· A copy of the form should be: provided immediately to the other m~mbers of the agency.
_ · The form should be read publicly at (he meeting prior to consideration of Ihe matter in which you have a conflict of interest.
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IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT -qiE MEETING:
. ""JU should disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating.
· ,ou should complete the form and file it within IS days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes
of the meeting. who should incorporate the: form in the minutes.
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DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFfiCER'S INTEREST
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(a) A measurc came or will come before my agency which (check one)
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(b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my interest in the measure is as follows:
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After consultation with .the County Attorney, I abstained from voting on the
above matter pursuant to Section 286.012, Florida Statutes, which provides
'Lhat "no member of any state, count.y, or municipal governmental Doard, conunission
or agency who is present~t any meeting of' such body at which-an.6fficial
cecision, ruling or other official act is to be taken or adopted~ay'abstain
from voting.. .except when, with respect to any such member, there is, or appears
to be, a possible conflict of interest under the provisions of S.112.311,
S.l12.313, or S.112.3143. In such cases, said me~ber shall comply with the
cisclosure requirements of S.112.3143."
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DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND ~lA Y BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR ~10RE OF THE FOLLOWING:
l\lPEACH\.lENT. RE.\IOV AL OR SUSPENSION FRO:\l OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN
SALARY. REPRI:\IAND. OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED S5,OOO.
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