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06-21-2016 Code Enf Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES CODE.'ENFORCEMENT BOARD JUNE 21, 2016 The regular meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was called to order on Tuesday, June 21, 2016,. at 6:00 p.m.Members attending were Chair Chandra Myers,along with Board members Ken Forte, Bill Rini, Alfred,1Vlannella, and Bill Petersen. Also attending were Evie Wallace, Code Enforcement Supervisor,Lori Crain,`Code Enforcement Officer,Barbara Hollerand,Development Services Director, Valerie Fuchs,:Code Enforcement Attorney, Yvette Rodriguez Brown, City Attorney, and Rae Chidlow, Planning Specialist. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Chair Myers read the Opening Remarks. Minutes for the April 19, 2016 Code Enforcement meeting were approved as written. Code Enforcement Supervisor Wallace and Code Enforcement Officer Crain, along with any of the public who may testify, were sworn in. Chair Myers gave the floor to Code Enforcement Staff and City Attorney. CASE NO. 2015-000036 Hurtak Family Partnership, LTD 690 E. Highway 50 Clermont,FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 690 E. Highway 50, Clermont, FL 34711 REQUEST: Reduction or waiver of fine City Attorney Brown introduced the case. City Attorney Brown introduced the case. She stated that the property is in compliance and there has been agreement between-the.Respondent and the City. She stated that they have agreed to reduce the fine to $1000 to be paid within 30 days. Attorney Anita Geraci-Carver, 1560 Bloxam Avenue, stated that her client is in agreement to the pay'the:$1000 fine within 30 days. Board member Forte made a motion to reduce the fine amount$1000 to be paid within 30 days; seconded by Board mer ber Manella."The vote was unanimous in favor of the fine reduction. CASE NO. 2015-000075 Orforiland Premium, LLC 91 and 93 Sunnyside Dr. Clermont, FL 34711 1 CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD JUNE 21, 2016 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 91 and 93 Sunnyside Dr., Clermont, FL 34711 REQUEST: Impose a lien on the property. City Attorney Brown introduced the case. She stated that the property is in compliance and there has been agreement between the Respondent and the City. She stated that they have agreed to reduce the fine to $500 to be paid within 30 days. The Respondent was present and sworn in. Victor Thomas Weclew stated that he is in agreement to pay the $500 fine within 30 days. Board member Forte made a motion to reduce the fine to$500 to bepaid within 30 days;seconded by Board member Petersen. The vote was unanimous in favor of the fine reduction. CASE NO. 2015-000385 Dane Drake ET AL 625 Shady Nook Dr. Clermont, FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 91 and 93 Sunnyside Dr., Clermont, FL 34711 REQUEST: Reduction of fine. City Attorney Brown introduced the case. She stated that the owner had problems obtaining access to the property to bring it into compliance due to tenant issues. She stated that the property is now in compliance and the City has agreed to waive the fine. Board member Petersen made a motion to waive the fine; seconded by Board member Mannella. The vote was unanimous in favor to waive the fine. CASE NO. 2016-000235 SW Williams Family, LLC 901 12`h Street Clermont, FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 901 12th Street, Clermont, FL 34711 VIOLATION: Chapter 14, Section 302.2 Weeds City Attorney Brown introduced the case. The Respondent was present and sworn in. 2 CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD JUNE"21, 2016 Code Enforcement Officer Crain,who was sworn in,exhibited pictures that are a true and accurate depiction of the condition of the,property on the date taken and read the violation, dates, and staff recommendation for the record. `Sheryl Batchelder, 1564 Waterwitch Dr., Orlando, stated that they sold the property in October, but they..have not.closed yet. She stated that they have a guy who mows the property, however people tend to dump items on the property. She stated that the building was demolished. She stated that the family does not live in Clermont so it's hardfor them to keep up with it. Chair Myers,asked when they are supposed to close. Ms. Stated that they are hoping to close in October. She stated that this is the last extension they will allow on the closing. She stated that the buyer is currently working with developers to come up with an agreement. Beverly Williams, 9215 Cypress Cove Dr., Orlando, stated that once the tenants left, they decided to,sell the property. She stated that theydemolished the building to make the property look better. Board member Rini made a motion to reduce the fine from $6000 to $500. Motion fails. Board member Forte made a motion to reduce the fine from $6000 to $1000 to be paid within 30 days; seconded by Board member Petersen. The-motion fails with a vote of 2-3 with Board members Myers,Mannella and Rini opposing. Board member Mannella made a motion to reduce the fine from $6000 to.$500 to be paid within 90-days seconded.by.Board member Petersen. The vote was 4-1 with Board member Forte opposing. CASE NO. 2016-000310 N. Renee Goodloe&Julian M.Fogle 4 vacant lots east side of Lake/Hwy. 50 Clermont, FL 3.4711 LOCATION;OF VIOLATION: 4 Vacant lots east side of Lake/Hwy.27, Clermont, FL 34711 VIOLATION: Chapter 14,Section 302.4 This case was withdrawn. City Attorney Brown stated that Case No. 2016-000288 has been withdrawn. 3 CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD JUNE 21, 2016 CASE NO. 2016-000311 Kevin L. Mix 1086 Harmony Lane Clermont, FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1086 Harmony Lane, Clermont, FL 34711 VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Section 122-349; Chapter 34, Section 34-95 City Attorney Brown introduced the case. Code Enforcement Supervisor Wallace, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation, dates, and staff recommendation for the record. The Respondent was not present. James Tripp, former HOA manager for Nottingham, stated that there were more than 4 vehicles sold while he was manager of the homeowner's association. He stated that multiple people would come in to test drive the vehicles without tags. He stated that the homeowner has a disregard to abide by the code now or in the future. Board member Petersen made a motion to find the Respondent in repeat violation for 24 days with a fine of$12,000.00; seconded by Board member Forte. The vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. CASE NO. 2014-010044 Michelle& Grady Taylor 970 W. Juniata Street Clermont, FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 970 W. Juniata Street, Clermont, FL 34711 REQUEST: Impose a lien on the property. City Attorney Brown introduced the case. The Respondent was not present. Code Enforcement Officer Crain, who was sworn in, stated that no improvements have been made to this property. She stated that she is requesting to impose a lien on the property. Board member Rini made a motion to impose a lien on this property; seconded by Board member Mannella. The vote was unanimous in favor of imposing a lien. 4 CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD JUNE 21, 2016 CASE NO. 2016-000261 KRV Clermont Corp. Vacant lot adjacent to Highway 27/ Kings Ridge Subdivision at Braxton Ave. Clermont, FL 34711 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: Vacant lot adjacent to Highway 27/Kings Ridge Subdivision at Braxton Ave., Clermont, FL 34711 VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Section 122-344; Chapter 34, Section 34-61; Chapter 14, Section 301.3 and 302.4 City Attorney Brown introduced the case. Code Enforcement Officer Crain,who was sworn in,exhibited pictures that are a true and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation, dates, and staff recommendation for the record. The Respondent was not present. Board member Mannella made a motion to find the Respondent in violation with a fine of$100 per day for every day in violation past June 30, 2016; seconded by Board member Petersen. The vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m. Minutes were not approved due to City changing from a Code Board to a Special Magistrate. 5