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Minutes 10-15-2025 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, OCTOBER 15, 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 Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor Adriana Ortiz, Code Enforcement Specialist I Marc Mercado, Code Enforcement Officer , I. CALL TO ORDER Hilary Zalman, Code Enforcement Special Magistrate, called the Hearings to order at 9:08 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 8 25-0797 COMPLIED 9 25-1212 REMOVED 14 25-1035 REMOVED — CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP IV. NEW BUSINESS Case Hearing Case No. 25-1991 MCKESSY MICHAEL G & Property Address: 143 SE 27TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (H) Officer Jonathan Burson presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was July 28, 2025. The initial notice was issued August 6, 2025, via written notice, with 14 days to comply. This is a repeat violator. The notice was sent by certified mail on August 6, 2025. Date notice was posted on property and City Hall was on September 5, 2025. Spoke to property owner on August 1, 2025, concerning the bees. Owner stated that they had contacted someone to remove the bees. Spoke with owners on October 14, 2025, and owner stated they have no money to remedy the issue. The property was last inspected on October 14, 2025. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 24, 2025, or a fine of $250.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. City is also requesting an abatement order. The respondent was not present. Mr. Burson stated that the previous case number for this case is 24-1693. He said this was the original case number for the bee violation. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 24, 2025, or a fine of $250.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. An abatement order will be issued. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1239 TAYLOR ROLAND E Property Address: 140 NW 21ST AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A Code Enforcement Officer Brandon Chevalier Bien-Aime presented this case, which was a City Department referral . The initial inspection date was May 22, 2025. The initial notice was issued May 23, 2025, via written notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on June 30, 2025. Date notice posted at property and City Hall was October 3, 2025. Property was last inspected October 10, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. The magistrate agreed to the recommendation. 2 Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0370 URDIALEZ MARIBELL Property Address: 2491 N SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was March 3, 2025. The initial notice was issued on April 14, 2025, via courtesy notice, with 30 days to comply. Date notice sent certified mail was on August 13, 2025. Date notice was posted on property and City Hall was on August 25, 2025. The property was last inspected on October 2, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 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 November 18, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-2071 C/HP COVE INC NHP FOUNDATION % ASSEST MANAGE Property Address: 1500 SOUTHERN CROSS LN Type of Property: COMMERICAL Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (B) 1 Code Enforcement Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was August 7, 2024. This is a not repeat violator. The initial notice was issued via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was hand delivered on August 6, 2025. Property was last inspected October 14, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Ms. Hutchinson, the property manager, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and requested status. 3 Ms. Hutchinson said that they found a company and started to remove the trees on 10/13/2025. She said that the company did not give a timeline but that she will request an extension if the company is not finished. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-2849 HOUSLEY KELLEY J Property Address: 642 SW 4TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D Code Enforcement Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was October 21, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued via door hanger with 30 days to comply. Notice was posted on property and City Hall on October 4, 2025. Property last inspected October 11, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Kelley Housely, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman inquired about the status of the violation. Ms. Housely explained that they were looking to build a driveway. Magistrate Zalman explained that permitting will be needed to build a driveway. Ms. Housely stated that they applied for a permit and have stamped paperwork from the Building department. Magistrate Zalman asked if the City would have any objection to table the case because the respondent is in the process of getting permits. No objection from the City. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to table Case No. 24-2849 for 60 days. 4 Case Hearing Case No. 25-1540 DEDEIAN VICTORIA Property Address: 122 SW 14TH STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Code Enforcement Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case, which was a city department referral. The initial inspection date was June 16, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued via written notice with 30 days to comply. Signed green card dated August 2, 2025. Property last on inspected October 13, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-2112 YAKOV AHRON YISHAI Property Address: 1083 SW 24TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 C Code Enforcement Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was August 1, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued via written notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was posted at property and City Hall on October 3, 2025. Property was last inspected on October 13, 2025. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and inquired about status. The respondent explained that he is in communication with a fencing company to replace the one window and is expected to have it completed within two weeks. 5 Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0797 QUANTUM FULTON LLC, KATZ & DOORAKAIN LAW Property Address: 1005 W GATEWAY BLVD Decision The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1212 MICHAEL MASE & DANE NOEDING Property Address: 2 KEPNER DRIVE Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1612 TIOTTO CAROLINE A Property Address: 2301 SE 4TH STREET 16 Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC Code Enforcement Officer Adriana Ortiz presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was June 25, 2025. This is a not repeat violator. The initial notice was issued July 30, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 1, 2025. Signed green card dated September 15, 2025. Date notice posted on property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Tenant has contacted code officer for an inspection, but no certificate has been issued. Property was last inspected October 04, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Richard Ham, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations. Mr. Ham stated that Caroline has been deceased since 2019. He said that he was her fiancé at the time of death and that he occupies the property from time to time. He commented that there is no rental income and that he is only paying the property fees. 6 He said that the owner is in question and that he believes ownership is going to a niece in London. Magistrate Zalman requested clarification on the violations. Pat Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, stated that according to Business Tax any monies paid whether utilities or taxes could be considered a form of rental payment and that a business license is required. Magistrate Zalman agreed with Mr. Hart but stated that Mr. Ham was not the owner. She explained to Mr. Ham that he can apply for a Business Tax Receipt and a Certificate of Use of Occupancy because a non-owner is living there and paying fees. She said that if he ever does become the owner, he would not have to get the permits. Ms. Ortiz advised Mr. Ham to contact her for an inspection after he gets the permits. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1697 SCHRADIN ADAM & MARK A Property Address: 213 SE 3RD AVE 5A Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC Code Enforcement Officer Adriana Ortiz presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was July 2, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued July 7, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 13, 2025. Date notice posted on property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Owner made first contact on October 14, 2025, to inform the code officer he would not be present. Property last inspected on October 3, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1394 EXSORRON ONE INC, DUBOSE, MICHAEL S R/A FOR Property Address: 415 SE 5TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/ NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 A CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 (D) CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A Code Enforcement Officer Adriana Ortiz presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was June 4, 2025. This is a not repeat violator. The initial notice was issued June 9, 2025, via written notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 1, 2025. Date notice posted on property and City Hall was on October 4, 2025. Owner contacted officer on October 14, 2025. Property last inspected September 12, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 3, 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Michael Dubose, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and requested status. Mr. Dubose said that he is not happy with the Code Enforcement Department. He stated that the tree is not falling but that he is intentionally leaned the tree that way. He commented that it is his first amendment right to express himself and that he wants his trees to lean over. Magistrate Zalman explained that she cannot change the code. She said that she will order a compliance date, but it is up to the respondent on what he wants to do. Mr. Dubose commented that this is a waste of his time. He said that he wanted to tear down the gate but has been held up with the City for 3 years. He stated that he should not have to put money into correcting the violation when the City is the hold up. Magistrate Zalman commented that he should correct the violations because of his neighbors and their property value. Mr. Dubose said that he removed the gate from the side of the deck. Magistrate Zalman questioned if this would make the respondent compliance. Ms. Ortiz explained that she was not sure and that she has to check with the Building Department. Mr. Dubose stated that it is unfair for the Code Officer not to know and that the concern is not a safety issue. 8 Magistrate Zalman inquired about the status of painting. Mr. Dubose said that he is waiting for the City and that he has to find out if the property will be torn down. He mentioned that he requested to develop the street and turn the homes into restaurants. He commented that he is not leaving the property to be eye sore but that he is waiting on the City. Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director, commented that they received many complaints about Mr. Dubose property and others on the street. She said that even though the property is vacant owners should still maintain the upkeep so that it does not become a nuisance. Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, commented that many meetings have been set up with Mr. Dubose but that he has never shown up. Magistrate Zalman commented that Mr. Dubose should set up a meeting with the City to discuss all of his concerns as she can only address the violation she has. She explained that he should apply for an extension if more time is needed. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 3, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0710 NGUYEN VICKY & QUYNH V Property Address: 916 S SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD 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) LDR CH 3 ART II SEC 6 Code Enforcement Officer Adriana Ortiz presented this case, which was a city department referral. The initial inspection date was May 19, 2025. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued May 27, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 7, 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. Property was last inspected on October 13, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 3, 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. 9 Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 3, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1035 KOOK MICHELINA Property Address: 306 E OCEAN AVE 214 Decision The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1061 ANGEL TIMOTEO MUNIVE Property Address: 371 NE 28TH CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 H Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was May 8, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued May 16, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 31 , 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. Property last inspected October 1 , 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Timoteo Angel and his daughter Vanessa, the respondents, were present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and asked Mr. Rivera to be more specific about the outside storage that has to be removed. Mr. Rivera commented that he met with the owners and that he explained to them what needed to be removed. Magistrate Zalman questioned if the respondents knew what needed to be done. Vanessa stated that they do and that it was mostly a clarification issue. She said that they will be removing the outside furniture and trimming the trees. She asked for clarification on what needs to be trimmed. Mr. Rivera commented that he will speak with Vanessa and explain to her the violations. He said that he spoke with her mom and thoroughly explained everything in Spanish. io Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1110 INACE PROPERTIES LLC, GREENLIGH FINANCIAL LLC Property Address: 119 NW 13TH AV Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 E CO CH 10 SEC 10-2 Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was May 13, 2025. The initial notice was issued May 20, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on June 11, 2025. Date notice posted on the property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Verbal conversation was held with property owner on what needs to be done to comply. Property was last inspected on October 3, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0358 HICKS CLARA E EST Property Address: 522 NW 5TH STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV 110.10 1 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 A CO CH 10 SEC 10-52 Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was February 28, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued March 5, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 13, 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. Property last inspected October 2, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. 11 Gregory Hicks, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations. Gregory Hicks stated that he inherited the property stated and that he is in the process of cleaning it up. Magistrate Zalman questioned Mr. Hicks about the inoperable car. Mr. Hicks commented that the car is operable and that he has the paperwork for it. Mr. Rivera commented that the car was deemed inoperable because there were several cars with the one in question that had not been moved in months. Magistrate Zalman encouraged Mr. Hicks to contact Mr. Rivera to close out the violations. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0874 DEFALCO MARGARET A Property Address: 9 HAMMOND PL Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 B CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC CO CH 10 SEC 15-120 (E) 2 C CO CH 10 SEC 10-59 (E) Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was May 8, 2025. The initial notice was issued May 16, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 31, 2025. Date notice was posted on property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Verbal conversation was held with the property owner, and she stated she would take care of the violations. Property was last inspected on October 8, 2025. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. 12 Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1019 WYATT SHANKICA & WYATT COREY Property Address: 2751 N SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 3 ART II SEC 6 Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a City department referral. The initial inspection date was May 6, 2025. The initial notice was issued May 8, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 29, 2025. Date notice was property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Property was last inspected on October 3, 2025. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by October 29, 2025, or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Shankica Wyatt, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violations and asked for clarification. Mr. Rivera explained that the homeowners' hedges were obstructing drivers' visibility and that the bushes must be under 36 inches. Ms. Wyatt explained that the hedges were cut on May 7, 2025, and that she did not know this was a second violation. She said she spoke with officer on October 14, 2025, and was told that the hedges had to be lowered more. She stated that she was unaware she had to contact code after correcting the violation. She said that with or without the hedges you cannot see from the corner and that there have been many accidents and that she does not believe her hedges are the problem. Mr. Rivera stated that he would go out and clear the violation and advised Ms. Wyatt that the hedges must be maintained under 36 inches. Shanicka questioned the administrative fees and stated that she cannot pay $384.12. She requested a fee waiver. Magistrate Zalman explained that if the issue is not resolved within the first few months, then there is nothing they can do about the fees now that the case has come to a hearing. Ms. Wyatt stated that there is no verbiage in the violation that says she has to contact code after correcting the violation and that it is confusing. 13 Mr. Rivera commented that no one contacted him until he went out to hang the door hanger. He said that he spoke to Ms. Wyatt on the Ring camera and explained to her what needed to be done. Mr. Rivera said that after that conversation the hedges were only trimmed. Magistrate Zalman explained that the burden is on the homeowner to contact the City and clear the violation. Ms. Wyatt stated that that verbiage needs to be placed in the letter because she does not have the money to pay the $384.12. She requested a payment plan. Magistrate Zalman stated that Ms. Wyatt has time to pay and that she should stay in contact with the code officer. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of October 29, 2025, or a fine of $150.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-1033 DESIGN MAN LLC Property Address: 430 NW 6TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-52 Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a city department referral. The initial inspection date was May 7, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued May 9, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 1, 2025. Date notice posted on property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Property last inspected October 2, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman inquired if an abatement order was needed for the car. Patrick Hart, Code Enforcement Supervisor, stated that an abatement order is needed. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. An abatement order will be issued for the removal of the car. 14 Case Hearing Case No. 25-0413 WHITE EARL B II & Property Address: 270 NE 27TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was March 6, 2025. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued March 14, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on July 29, 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0435 SAINT PIERRE NICOLAS & Property Address: 712 NW 1ST STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was March 10, 2025. The initial notice was issued March 12, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 1, 2025. Signed green card dated August 7, 2025. Several verbal conversations have been had with the owner and extensions have been given. Property was last inspected October 10, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Nicolas Saint Pierre, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the violation and questioned what else needs to be done. Mr. Rivera commented that the homeowners need to complete the permit process for the enclosure he is completing because it has been dragging. He said that there is still a bare space in the yard that needs sod. 15 Mr. Saint Pierre said that the city's recommendation should be fine and that the work is in progress. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-3069 EVANS MICHAEL THOMAS SR & Property Address: 3440 OCEAN PKWY Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY / NON-HOMESTEAD Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 B CO CH 10 SEC 10-60 (B) Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was November 8, 2024. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued March 31, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 13, 2025. Date notice posted on property and City Hall was on October 3, 2025. Property last inspected on October 2, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 3, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 25-0148 BURCHAR, BURT EPSTEIN R/A FOR Property Address: 403 NE 6TH AVE 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 B Code Enforcement Officer Manny Rivera presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was January 30, 2025. The initial notice was issued March61, 2025, via courtesy notice with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on August 13, 2025. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. Multiple conversations have been held with owner about the violations and extensions have been 16 given. Property was last inspected October 10, 2025. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by November 18, 2025, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was not present. Magistrate Zalman agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman ordered a compliance date of November 18, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 24-2121 MORGAN PAULINE Property Address: 2020 NW 2ND CT 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 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 5, 2025. The property was last inspected on October 10, 2025, and the violation still exists. There are 83 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12 Pauline Morgan, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the fine and inquired about the sod. Ms. Morgan stated that she installed grass on October 14, 2025. Magistrate Zalman explained to Ms. Morgan that she needs to clear the violation and that it will turn into a lien. She explained that Ms. Morgan will have to apply for a lien reduction. Officer Bien-Aime stated that he will go out on October 16, 2025, to clear the violation. 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. 25-0224 KEVIN J MARTINEZ Property Address: 1056 SW 27TH PL Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Luney Guillaume presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was June 19, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for August 22, 2025, or a fine of $100.00 per day plus administrative fees. Signed green card dated August 22, 2025. Notice posted at property on October 4, 2025. The property was last inspected on October 10, 2025, and violations still exist. 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. 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 Case No. 25-1401 515 SOUTH GEDERAL LLC, Property Address: 420 SE 4TH STREET Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D LDR CH 4 ART 111 SEC ELEVE Officer Luney Guillaume 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 $75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Notice posted at the property on July 25, 2025. The property was last inspected on October 10, 2025, and violations still exist. There are 56 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. Magistrate Zalman agrees to certify the fine. 18 Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 24-1217 STONE RODRICK R & AUDRA Property Address: 8342 BERMUDA SOUND WAY Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Marc Mercado presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was May 21, 2025, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for August 24, 2025, or a fine of$75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Signed green card dated September 30, 2025. The property was last inspected on October 13, 2025, and the violation still exist. There are 51 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75.00 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Audra Stone, the respondent, was present. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the fine and requested status. Ms. Stone stated that she has gone through several different code officers and that it is delaying the process. She said that the permit for the fence was disapproved for length and height. She commented that the fence was previously installed in 2020 and that she got a survey done but then the City employee was no longer with the organization. She said that she reapplied for the permit and was in contact with Steven Smith and he had given her direction and approved of the fence being drawn to scale. She commented that Steven is no longer with the City. Magistrate Zalman said that she understands Ms. Stone has had some delay but that she should get the violations closed out and come back for a lien reduction. Ms. Stone stated that she is stuck and that she needs at least 45 days to get approval from her HOA. Magistrate Zalman explained that Ms. Stone should create a timeline and bring everything to the lien hearing. She said that Ms. Stone should set up a meeting with the Building Department. 19 Candice Stone, Code Enforcement Director, stated that there has been some turnover, but to call the main number for a new contact. She explained that Mr. Mercardo can be a liaison for Ms. Stone and the building official. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman certified the fine, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 24-1931 AIKEN WILLIE J Property Address: 110 NW 5TH CT Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 (D) 1 D LDR CH 2 ART IV 110.10 1 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INC CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Manny Rivera presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was May 21, 2025, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for September 1, 2025, or a fine of $75.00 per day plus administrative fees. Date notice was posted on property and City Hall on October 3, 2025. The property was last inspected on September 23, 2025, and the violation has complied. There are 22 days of non-compliance, and the fine continued to accrue at $75.00 per day. Owner has paid the administrative fees and applied for an extension of time. Respondent is requesting a compliance date of September 23, 2025. Magistrate Zalman reviewed the respondent's request for extension. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Magistrate Zalman agreed to the extension of time with a compliance date of September 23, 2025. An amended order will be issued. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 09-3256 RENE ICHEMIQUE & SELITA Property Address: 2451 NE 1ST LN Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on October 8, 2009. The original Magistrate hearing date was December 16, 2009. Service via posting on December 04, 2009, and no one appeared. The fine certification hearing was on February 17, 2010, and no one appeared. Service 20 via posting on January 7, 2010. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was January 13, 2010, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $50.00 per day, plus administrative fees of $634.12. The property was last inspected on August 27, 2025, and the violations have complied. There have been 5715 days of non-compliance at $50.00 per day, plus the $634.12 administrative fees for a total of $286,384.12. Officer Neely stated that the City is recommending a reduction to $14,319.20 plus administrative fees. Selita Rene and her son James were present. Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation and inquired if respondents had a counteroffer. James stated that his mom is a widow, and that they wish to seek a 1-3 percent reduction. Ms. Zalman questioned if the home was being sold. James stated the home was not being sold and that they were made aware of the lien when they sold another property. Ms. Neely recommended a 2% reduction for a total of $5,755,00 plus administrative fees. Magistrate Zalman reduced the lien to $5,125.00. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $5,125.00 total for Case No. 09-3256 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 16-1306 IRACHE PARTNERS LLC Property Address: 480 W BOYNTON BEACH Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-56 D Officer Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on August 11, 2016. The original Magistrate hearing date was October 19, 2016, and respondent did not appear. Service via corporate service signature on October 10, 2016. The fine certification hearing was on January 18, 2017, but tabled for February 15, 2017, and the owner did not appear. Service via certified mail on January 27, 2017. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was November 18, 2016, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $200.00 per day, plus administrative fees of $730.15. The property was last inspected on March 9, 2017, and 21 the violations have complied. There have been 110 days of non-compliance at $200.00 per day, plus the $730.15 administrative fees for a total of$22,730.15. Officer Neely stated that the City is recommending a reduction to $4,546.03 plus administrative fees. Vicki Hill, the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation. Ms. Hill stated that she is the Finance Director for the CRA and that they purchased the property on October 1, 2025. She said that the CRA held back funds to take care of the liens on the property, and she is appreciative of the reduction. Ms. Zalman requested clarification on the City's recommendation. Ms. Neely stated that the City is offering a 20% reduction for a total of$4,546.03 which includes the fees. Ms. Hill agreed to the recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $4,546.03 total for Case No. 16-1306 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 21-2872 IRACHE PARTNERS LLC, KRASKER, PAUL Property Address: 480 W BOYNTON BEACH BLVD Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART IV SEC 2 (A) 2 Officer Angela Neely, Code Enforcement Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on November 17, 2021. The original Magistrate hearing date was February 16, 2022, and respondent did not appear. Service via certified mail on January 3, 2022. The fine certification hearing was on April 20, 2022, and no one appeared. Service via posting on April 6, 2022. The compliance date set by the Magistrate was February 28, 2022, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $100.00 per day, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The property was last inspected on September 13, 2022, and the violations have complied. There have been 21 days of non-compliance at $100.00 per day, plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$2,284.12. Officer Neely stated that the City is requesting the full amount of$2,284.12. Vicki Hill, the respondent, was present. 22 Ms. Zalman reviewed the City's recommendation. Ms. Hill stated that she is the Finance Director for the CRA and that they purchased the property on October 1, 2025. She said that the CRA held back funds to take care of the liens on the property, and she is appreciative of the reduction. Ms. Zalman questioned if Ms. Hill wanted to make a counteroffer. Ms. Hill agreed to the City's recommendation. Decision Magistrate Zalman agreed to reduce the fine to $2,284.12 total for Case No. 21-2872 payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. (Minutes by Keysiera Delorme, Administrative Coordinator II) 23