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Minutes 09-12-2025 MINUTES OF THE CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE CODE COMPLIANCE/LIEN REDUCTION HEARINGS HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 E. OCEAN AVE. BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2025, AT 9:00 A.M. PRESENT: Hilary Zalman, Esquire, Community Enforcement Special Magistrate Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director Tanya Guim, Code Enforcement Administrative Supervisor Madison Giannoutsos, Code Enforcement Associate Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime, Code Enforcement Specialist Emily C Vasquez, Coordinator, Code Enforcement Field Training and Outreach Emmanuel Rivera, Code Enforcement Specialist Jonathan Burson, Code Enforcement Officer I Luney Guillaume, Code Enforcement Specialist Marcus Allen, Code Enforcement Specialist Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor Lionel Mesadieu, Business Compliance Officer II Saleica Brown, Division Director, Development Services I. CALL TO ORDER Hilary Zalman, Code Enforcement Special Magistrate, called the Hearings to order at 9:11 a.m., and explained the Magistrate's role and the procedures. Pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, all orders are appealable only to the Circuit Court in Palm Beach County and not to the City Commission. Also, a fine will be imposed if the violation(s) are not corrected by the deadline. II. INTRODUCTION AND SWEARING IN OF WITNESS Code Enforcement Associate, Madison Giannoutsos, administered an oath to all those intending to testify. III. CHANGES TO AGENDA Item Case No. Status 4 24-0910 REMOVED 5 24-2057 REMOVED 6 24-2906 COMPLIED 7 25-1574 REMOVED 9 25-0965 REMOVED 11 25-1143 COMPLIED 12 25-1041 REMOVED 15 25-0960 REMOVED 16 25-0961 REMOVED 19 24-02607 COMPLIED 25-0798 ADDED IV. NEW BUSINESS Case Hearing Case No. 25-0468 ESQUIVEL JOSE J H Property Address: 210 OCEAN PKWY Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NONHOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Marcus Allen presented this case, which was a city department referral. The initial inspection date was March 14, 2025. The initial notice was issued April 25, 2025, via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. This is not a repeat violator. The notice was sent by certified mail on July 24, 2025. Notice posted on property on September 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 16, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 21, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-0981 JEUNE MIRACIA Property Address: 280 NW 28TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/ NONHOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D CO CH 20 SEC 20-8 LDR CH2ARTIVSEC2 (A) 2 Officer Marcus Allen presented this case, which was a city department referral. The initial inspection date was April 15, 2024. The initial notice was issued April 19, 2024, via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. This is not a repeat violator. The notice was sent by certified mail on July 24, 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 16, 2025. This is a health and safety hazard. The City 2 recommends compliance by October 6, 2025, or a fine of $150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 6, 2025, or a fine of $150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-0798 YSHAY YANIV BEN Property Address: 3355 OCEAN PKWY Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D Code Enforcement Officer, Marcus Allen, presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was March 26, 2024. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued March 28, 2024, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 24, 2025. Signed green card dated August 5, 2025. Property last inspected September 16, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Kennedy Edwards, respondent and tenant at the property, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violation. She questioned if October 21, 2025, was sufficient time to clear the violations. She asked if Mr. Edwards was responsible for the outside storage and sod. Mr. Edwards stated that the code officer was lying and that there were no tires outside. Magistrate Zalman asked to review the pictures. Mr. Allen reviewed each picture and pointed out items referenced in the violation. He commented that the tenant has an oversized vehicle that cannot be parked in residential parking. Mr. Edwards stated that the truck is not there every day and that he uses it for work. Magistrate Zalman asked if Mr. Edwards could move the outside storage cabinet out of sight and also move the truck. 3 Mr. Edwards stated that he is disabled but that he will move the truck to the backyard. Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, stated that the truck cannot be parked on the property at all because it is oversized. Mr. Edwards commented that many people have oversized cars and that the City is not bothering them. He said that he was violated for the sod but that the neighbor's grass is worse. Mr. Allen stated that he spoke to Mr. Edwards about the sod and the piece that needs repair. He said that Mr. Edwards informed him that the City garbage trucks are messing up the sod. Magistrate Zalman inquired if there were any suggestions on keeping the sod present. Mr. Allen stated that he suggested Mr. Edwards put sod there so that he can comply with the violations. He said Mr. Edwards told him that he was not going to do it. Mr. Edwards commented that he had already installed the sod and that the City truck picked it up. Magistrate Zalman explained to Mr. Edwards that if he puts sod down, the case would be closed. She asked Mr. Edwards how much time he needs to clear the outside storage and correct the sod. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 21, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-0910 COLE ROBERT C Property Address: 2709 SW 8th Street Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 24-2057 MYRTIL BILLY Property Address: 2902 SE 1ST PL Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. 4 Case Hearing Case No. 24-2906 MADEUS MARIE G Property Address: 112 SE 30TH AVE Decision The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1574 B COMM REALTY LLC Property Address: 373 N Congress Ave Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1728 1866 NE 5TH STREET FL OWNER LLC Property Address: 1915 NE 5th STREET Type of Property: MUTLIFAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (E) CO CH 10 SEC 10-58 (D) Officer Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime presented this case, which was a complaint. The initial inspection date was June 13, 2025. The initial notice was issued June 16, 2025, via written notice, with 10 days to comply. This is not a repeat violator. The notice was sent by certified mail on July 23, 2025. Signed greed card dated August 7, 2025. No attempts have been made to comply with these violations. The property was last inspected on September 15, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of September 23, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0965 BALDING MATLEY W Property Address: 160 NE 7th Ct 5 Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1517 JIMENEZ FELIX P AND Property Address: 2210 NE 3RD CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Code Enforcement Officer, Brandon Chevalier-Bien Aime, presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was June 13, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued June 16, 2025, via written notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 22, 2025. Date notice posted at property and City Hall was September 5, 2025. Property last inspected September 12, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Felix Jimenez, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations. She questioned if the permit for the pavers were the only thing outstanding. Mr. Chevalier-Bien Aime stated yes. He commented that the property owner did apply for a permit but that it was disapproved. Magistrate Zalman asked Mr. Jimenez how much time was needed to get a permit. Mr. Jimenez stated that he would need at least 45-60 days and that he has been communicating with someone that will help. Magistrate Zalman inquired if the City had an objection to November 21, 2025. Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime stated that there was no objection. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 21, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1143 BYERS JEFFREY Property Address: 305 E OCEAN AVE 202 Decision 6 The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1041 WEBER ROBERT W Property Address: 306 E OCEAN AVE 208 Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0584 MARIE COBY & ANTONIA MAXI Property Address: 147 SE 10TH AVE Type of Property: MULTIFAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 CO CH 10 SEC 13-16 CO CH 10 SEC 10-3 Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was March 26, 2025. The initial notice was issued via written notice, with 30 days to comply. Date green card signed was August 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 12, 2025. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 21, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0127 IRACHE PARTNERS LLC Property Address: 480 W BOYNTON BEACH BLVD Type of Property: COMMERICAL Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC Business Compliance Officer Lionel Mesadieu presented this case. The initial inspection date was January 1, 2024. The initial notice was issued December 8, 2024, via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on June 27, 2025. Date notice was posted at property and City Hall, August 6, 2025. Attempts have been made to comply with the violations, but the violations still remain. Property last inspected August 15, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 6, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Leslie Evans and Heath Israini, the respondents, were present. Magistrate Zalman questioned if October 6th was sufficient time for respondents to get the Certificate of Occupancy and Business Tax Receipt. Mr. Evans stated that Mr. Israini purchased the building in 2012 and was aware of the fine but that there were negations taking place with the City to purchase the building. Ms. Zalman informed the respondents that the lien he referenced is separate. She explained to him the process of getting the lien reduced. Mr. Evans stated that Mr. Israini was informed by Mr. Mesadieu that the violations needed to be cleared up by August 14th or 15tH Magistrate Zalman explained that the issues being presented needed to be heard through a lien reduction hearing. She stated that Mr. Israini needed to bring the Certificate of Occupancy and Business Tax Receipt into compliance. Mr. Evans stated that there is no occupancy because the hotel has been boarded up and closed and not being used. He stated there is a pending contract for the building to be sold to the City. Mr. Mesadieu stated that the violations existed before the pending contract. He said that the owners were operating business with the violations. Mr. Evans said that the business was started in 2012 and that Mr. Israini had never received a bill so how was he supposed to know there was a lien. Mr. Mesadieu explained that it is still the property owner's responsibility to take care of the lien. Magistrate Zalman questioned if a Certificate of Use of Occupancy (COU) and Business Tax Receipt (BTR) were still needed if the building is now closed and boarded up. Saleica Brown, Division Director, stated that the COU should have been obtained prior to engaging in business. She stated owners originally had it but failed to make payment, 8 she said that there are outstanding fees. She said that owners need to take care of the back fees owed for the property. Ms. Zalman asked Ms. Brown if she had a list of the fees owed. Ms. Brown commented that the property owners have the total amount owed. She said $312.50 is owed by Irache Partners and $6,719.93 for the Inlet Hotel. She said that the total amount is $7,032.43. Magistrate Zalman inquired about the $6,719.93. She asked if that amount was for a lien on the property. Ms. Brown stated that the balance is for the hotel/motel that was operating from the location. She said that the balance is not from a lien but from outstanding fees that have not been paid. Mr. Evans stated that they do not have a copy of the bill. Ms. Brown stated that she was on the virtual call and provided copies of the bill that had been sent to the tenants at that time. She said that on August 15, 2025, Mr. Mesadieu emailed the invoices over and that she has proof of the emails. Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director, mentioned that the owners are aware of the balance and that once paid, the violation would have complied. She commented that the fees are non-negotiable or waivable. Mr. Evans stated that they never received notice of the bill. Magistrate Zalman inquired about the year the property was purchased. Mr. Evans said that the property was purchased in 2012. Magistrate Zalman asked when the balance started to accrue. Ms. Brown stated she believes it started within the last 5 years. Mr. Evans asked what happened within those 5 years because they never received a bill. He said that he wants to see proof of the bill that was sent to the landlord. Ms. Brown stated that the City has been in communication with the owner for some time and that by law they are not required to send a notice but that they do so as a courtesy. Ms. Zalman asked for how long the property was operating. Mr. Evans stated that they did not operate the property. He said South Florida Lodging were the tenants and the operators. 9 Ms. Zalman asked how long the tenants operated from the property before it was shut down. Mr. Evans stated that they operated from the property up until February when negotiations began with the City. Magistrate Zalman asked if the violation was a tenant failure. Mr. Evans stated that it could be but that they had never received the bills. Magistrate Zalman explained that if tenant failed to comply with the violations, then it falls back on the property owners. Mr. Evans requested compassion and understanding as he stated that they did not know about the violations. He said that it is unfair for them to pay over $7,000 and that they still have to address the property liens. Ms. Zalman asked if a title search was performed when purchased. Mr. Evans stated yes and that the title was clean. Magistrate Zalman questioned when did the tenants fail to maintain the COU and BTR. Ms. Brown stated that it was around 2019. Magistrate Zalman asked what actions were performed by the City. Ms. Brown stated that every year in July an annual renewal notice is sent out to the property owners. She said that she showed this proof to the owners during the virtual call. Mr. Evans questioned why the City allowed the violation to sit. He asked why the violation wasn't enforced quicker and why was it allowed to be billed so much. Ms. Brown explained that at times things slip through the crack but that the fees are still due. Mr. Evans stated 6 or 7 years is more than enough time and that it is unfair. Ms. Zalman explained that every city and business has regulations that must be followed. Mr. Evans commented that this will be a problem for their closing with the City. Ms. Brown commented that a virtual meeting was held with the owners, the CRA and City officials. 10 Magistrate Zalman asked for the outcome. Ms. Brown stated that at the virtual meeting the owner said he would not pay for it. Mr. Evans stated that the virtual meeting was held with Mr. lsraini and said that they are trying to be reasonable and pay what's fair. He said this is going to hold up the acquisition that is supposed to take place on October 1 . Magistrate Zalman stated that she can extend it for 30 days but that it is going to go pass the acquisition date. Mr. Evans stated that he has not received a detailed bill. Ms. Brown commented that the respondents should visit the Building department and get a copy of the invoice. She said that based on Florida statue they cannot abate any of the fees. Magistrate Zalman inquired about the lien amount on the property. Mr. Evans stated about $25,000. Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director, commented that she does not recommend this case gets tabled or pushed back. She said that it was removed last month to give a chance to talk with owners and negotiate. Magistrate Zalman stated that she will issue an order providing until October 31, 2025, to comply. She said that the City will give copy of the invoices and that the owners are to set a lien reduction hearing. She stated at the hearing the owners can provide proof of time and money spent on the property to reduce the lien. Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, commented that in order for a property to qualify for a lien reduction, that it must be 100% in compliance. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 31 , 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0960 LGI CONSTRUCTION Property Address: 413 NW 13TH AVE Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. 11 Case Hearing Case No. 25-0961 LGI CONSTRUCTION Property Address: 417 NW 12TH AVE Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 24-1932 NGM DESIGN INC Property Address: 335 NE 12TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NONHOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was July 30, 2024. The initial notice was issued August 1, 2024, via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. The notice was sent by certified mail on August 7, 2025. Signed greed card dated August 22, 2025. Verbal conversations have been held with the owner but no communication in the past month. The property was last inspected on September 15, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of September 23, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1134 JEAN PIERRE MARIE C Property Address: 123 NW 5TH CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (D) 12 Code Enforcement Officer, Manny Rivera, presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was May 13, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued May 20, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 7, 2025. Date notice posted at property and City Hall was September 5, 2025. Property last inspected September 15, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21 , 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Marie Pierre, the respondent, was present with her daughter Emmanuela. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and inquired about how much time was needed to comply the violations. Emmanuela stated that they would need at least 60-90 days to comply the violations. Magistrate Zalman questioned if owners were in the process of getting a permit. Ms. Pierre commented that they are trying to get the permit. Magistrate Zalman inquired if the City had an objection to a 90-day extension. Mr. Rivera suggested a 60-day extension. Magistrate Zalman explained to the owners that if they are close to getting the violations corrected but need more time, they should apply for a written extension. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 21 , 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-2607 WRIGHT ETHEL L Property Address: 532 NW 13TH AVE Decision The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0847 WIZZART TIFFANY JARRETT Property Address: 802 NW ST STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC CO CH 10 SEC 10-52 13 CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was April 22, 2025. The initial notice was issued via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. The notice was sent by certified mail on July 17, 2025. Signed green card dated August 5, 2025. One verbal conversation was had with property owner about violations and how to comply them, but no communication in months. The property was last inspected on September 15, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of September 23, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1354 DECIUS CELEMDIEU & RACHELLE Property Address: 1013 SW 2ND STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-52 Code Enforcement Officer, Emily Vasquez, presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was June 3, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued June 5, 2025, via written notice with 10 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 29, 2025. Date notice posted at property and City Hall was September 5, 2025. Property last inspected September 12, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Cederick Decius, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman inquired about an abatement order if the owner does not remove the vehicle. Officer Vasquez stated that she was not sure since it was private property. Tanya Guim, Code Enforcement Supervisor, stated that the City could order an abatement order to tow the car. Magistrate Zalman asked Mr. Decius how much time is needed to correct the violation. 14 Mr. Decius requested a 90-day extension. Magistrate Zalman explained to Mr. Decius that he could not have an inoperable vehicle sitting for that long because they would tow it. Officer Vasquez commented that the case has been open since June. Mr. Decius asked where the City would tow his car. Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director, commented that it would be towed by the business that is contracted with the City. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 21, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0982 DG PELICAN POINT LLC Property Address: 409 SW 1ST CT Type of Property: MULTIFAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC Code Enforcement Officer, Emily Vasquez, presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was May 1, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued May 1, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 18, 2025. Signed green card dated July 28, 2025. Property last inspected September 12, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 21, 2025, or a fine of $250 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Gary Panache, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman inquired if tenants were at the property. Mr. Panache commented that there were several inspections carried out by the City. He said that prior owners had installed hot water heaters throughout the community. He stated that as the new owners they have to go back and get after the fact permits and that it takes time. He said that there may be 5 or 6 Magistrate Zalman asked if there was any indication that the permits were going to be approved. 15 Mr. Panache stated yes and that they had already got some of them done. He said that there are about 5 or 6 remaining. He stated that the plumber is doing him a favor and has to go back after the fact and apply for the permits. Magistrate Zalman asked if the owners intend to get the Certificate of Use of Occupancy after the permits. Mr. Panache commented yes and said that he is requesting an extension. Magistrate Zalman questioned if 45 days was sufficient time. Mr. Panache said that he will push the plumber but that it takes time. Officer Vasquez stated that the owners have been proactive in getting their permits after the fact. Magistrate Zalman inquired if the City had an objection to a 60-day extension. Officer Vasquez recommended a 45-day extension. Magistrate Zalman explained to Mr. Panache to request a written extension if more time is needed. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 3, 2025, or a fine of $50.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 24-3305 RRAH LLC Property Address: 2750 NW 2ND ST Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (D) CO CH 10 SEC 10-60 (B) CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Marcus Allen presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was July 16, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for August 20, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Service posted at property on September 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 16, 2025, and violation still exists. There are 27 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. 16 The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agrees to certify the fine. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification #24 Case No. 24-1898 EDEN ENTERPRISES 1 LLC Property Address: 727 SW 25111 AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Jonathan Burson presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was July 16, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for August 19, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day plus administrative fees. Notice posted at property and City Hall on September 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 12, 2025, and the violation still exists. There are 28 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $100.00 per day. Property owner has paid administrative fees and has requested an extension until December 29, 2025. Magistrate Zalman asked if the City had an objection to the extension. She commented that she has evidence of the owner submitting a non-compliance letter to the tenants and that the tenants had vacated the property on August 15, 2025. Tish Wingo, the property manager, was present. Magistrate Zalman questioned the status of correcting the violations. Ms. Wingo stated that there was list, and everything was completed with the exception of the location where the dirt was. She said now that the tenants have vacated, they have started work outside of the home immediately. She commented that the owner has seeded the area and would like more time to grow out the grass. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman granted the extension for December 29, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day. 17 Fine Certification Case No. 25-0174 BONILLA MARIA R Property Address: 1534 NE 1ST STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B Officer Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was May 21, 2025, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for July 24, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 5, 2025, and the violation has complied. There are 43 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Robert Rubio and Maria Bonilla, the respondents, were present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the fine and explained that the owner can apply for a lien reduction. Mr. Rubio commented that he would like to apply for a lien reduction. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 24-1117 BULLARD FRANK AND Property Address: 1830 NE 2ND CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D Officer Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was March 19, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for May 22, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 12, 2025, and the violations still exist. There are 118 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. 18 Magistrate Zalman inquired if Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime had heard from the property owners. Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime stated that he heard from them the day prior, but that it was too late. Magistrate Zalman agrees to certify the fine. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 25-0998 WILLIAMS LENORA Property Address: 220 NW 20TH CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 20 SEC 20-8 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 10 SEC 10 -59 (C) CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (E) Officer Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was July 16, 2025, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for July 30, 2025, or a fine of$150.00 per day plus administrative fees. Signed green card dated August 11, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 11, 2025, and the violation has complied. There are 42 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Lenora Williams, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the fine. Ms. Williams stated that at the last hearing she was told that she would have until September to correct the violations. She said nothing came in the mail and that the inspection was on July 30, 2025. Magistrate Zalman asked for clarification on the compliance date. 19 Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime stated that compliance date was set for July 30, 2025, because it was a health and safety hazard. He stated that the owner may be referring to another case that she has with the Building department. Ms. Williams stated that the violations were corrected prior to the inspection. Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime stated that he went out to the property on August 5, 2025, and that the violation still existed. He provided photo evidence to the Magistrate. Magistrate Zalman commented that it appears some things were cleared up and some still existed. She stated that the fine is about $6,300 and that is because they went past the compliance date of July 30, 2025. She explained that they could apply for a lien reduction, and she will reduce the amount. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 25-0415 MARCONDES BITTENCOURT Property Address: 624 S SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (B) 1 LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was June 18, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for July 22, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day plus administrative fees. Date notice posted on property was September 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 12, 2025, and the violation still exists. There are 53 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Marcondes Bittencourt, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman asked for status on the violation. Mr. Bittencourt stated that he removed the pavers. Officer Guillaume said that when he inspected the place on September 12, 2025, the pavers were still there. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the photos provided into evidence. She explained to Mr. Bittencourt that he needs to obtain an after permit. 20 Mr. Bittencourt asked for an extension on the fence. Magistrate Zalman explained that she cannot grant an extension because it is still in compliance. She stated once the owner brings the violation into compliance he can apply fora lien reduction. Mr. Bittencourt stated that he was out of the country for a couple of months and that the guys he hired to correct the fence did not show up. Magistrate Zalman instructed Mr. Bittencourt to apply for a lien reduction. Mr. Bittencourt said that he is removing the fence and would like at least 21 days. Magistrate Zalman asked Mr. Bittencourt if he received the permit. Mr. Bittencourt stated that he got the permit 2 weeks ago. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 24-3244 3103 BOYNTON DEVELOPMENT LLC Property Address: 3103 N FEDERAL HWY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 H Officer Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on December 10, 2024. The original Magistrate hearing date was February 19, 2025, and respondent did not appear. Service by certified mail on January 21, 2025. The fine certification hearing was on April 16, 2025, and no one appeared. Service via certified mail on March 11, 2025. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was March 5, 2025, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The property was last inspected on June 23, 2025, and the violations have complied. There have been 110 days of non-compliance at $75.00 per day, plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of $8,634.12. Officer Hart stated that the City is recommending a reduction to $1,726.82 plus administrative fees. 21 Felipe Vergara, the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman questioned if tenants were at the property and what are the plans for property. Mr. Vergara stated that there are no tenants on the property and that they are looking to develop. Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation and asked Mr. Vergara if there was anything he wanted to add. Mr. Vergara stated that he believes that the City's recommendation is reasonable. He said that he had not received the mail, but that once he was aware of the violation, he took care of it and requested a lien reduction. Ms. Zalman questioned Mr. Hart about the City's recommendation. She asked if he used a 20% reduction. Mr. Hart stated that he used 20% of the total amount. Ms. Zalman commented that she understood and just wanted to make sure they were on the same page mathematically. Mr. Vergara asked for clarification regarding the reduction. Ms. Zalman explained that Mr. Hart used the total $8,634.12 and took 20% off that number to receive the City's recommendation. She stated that she will take 20% off of the fine amount $8,250.00 and that will reduce the lien to $2,034.12. Mr. Vergara agreed to Ms. Zalman's reduction. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $2,034.12 total for Case No. 24-3244 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 23-987 SUPREME PROPERTIES TEAM LLC Property Address: 233 NW 6TH AVE Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (B) 1 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on March 24, 2023. The original Magistrate hearing date was 22 December 13, 2023, and respondent did not appear. Service by certified mail on October 18, 2023. The fine certification hearing was on April 17, 2024, and the owner appeared. Service via certified mail on February 26, 2024. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was February 15, 2024, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees of $384.12. The property was last inspected on August 28, 2025, and the violations have complied as of April 22, 2024. There have been 66 days of non-compliance at $75.00 per day, plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$5,334.12. Officer Neely stated that the City is recommending a reduction to $1,066.82 plus administrative fees. Ismael Gomez, the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation. Mr. Gomez stated that this has been going on for a long time and he is ready to get it over with. Ms. Zalman stated that she will reduce the lien to $1,374.12. Mr. Gomez agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $1,374.12 total for Case No. 23-987 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 13-1257 AMBROSIO P & ARNER MARK & N Property Address: 94 MAYFAIR LANE Property Violation(s): CO CH 2.5 SEC 2.5 — 3+2.5-7 Officer Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on June 14, 2013. The original Magistrate hearing date was July 17, 2013, and respondent did not appear. Service by posting on July 3, 2013. The fine certification hearing was on October 16, 2013, and no one appeared. Service via posting on October 7, 2013. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was August 31, 2013, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $50.00 per day, plus administrative fees of $346.03. The property was last inspected on August 7, 2025, and the violations have complied as of November 12, 2013. There have been 72 days of non-compliance at $50.00 per day, plus the $346.03 administrative fees for a total of$3,946.03. 23 Officer Neely stated that the City is recommending a reduction to $986.50 plus administrative fees. Dianna Lombardo, cousin of property owners, was present. Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation. She stated she can reduce the fine to $1,066.03 which would be a 20% reduction. Ms. Lombardo agreed to Ms. Zalman reduction. She stated that the property owners currently live in New York and that Nancy Ambrosio has been diagnosed with cancer. She said that they were unaware of the violation until Peter Ambrosio took out a loan. Ms. Zalman questioned if the owners were going to be okay with the reduction. Ms. Lombardo stated that they probably would've liked it to be thrown out. Ms. Zalman asked if this was an investment property. Ms. Lombardo said that her family used the property seasonally but that it now has tenants. She said that the owners would like to sell. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $1,066.03 total for Case No. 13-1257 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Case No. 25-0798 LAUDANO NICK Property Address: 638 Shore Drive Tanya Guim, Code Enforcement Supervisor, requested to add this case to the agenda. She explained that this case was presented on August 20, 2025. She stated that the order should be rescinded as the property was cited incorrectly. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to rescind the order issued on August 20, 2025, for case No. 25-0798. (Minutes by Keysiera Delorme, Administrative Coordinator II) 24