Code Enforcement Board Hearing (2026-01-07)

1 I. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order January 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM by Special Magistrate Jack Krieger. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from December 3, 2025, meeting were approved. III. SWEARING IN OF STAFF STAFF PRESENT: Assistant County Attorney………………………………………Jean Stasio Building Official ……………………………………………….Michael Jerrahian Code Enforcement Supervisor ………………………………....Paula Guy Code Enforcement Officers ……………………………………Josue Guevara ………………………………………………………………….Huascar Moreira ……………………………………………………………….....Brian Alves ………………………………………………………………….Thondra Lanese ………………………………………………………………….Melissa Brubaker Environmental Resources……………………………………....Holly Roberson ………………………………………………………………….Lynn Swartzel Public Works.……………………………………......................James O'Connor Board Recorder/Secretary………………………………………Ruth Thompson IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS : No members of the public provided comments. V. CONSENT AGENDA: • Request for a Fine Reduction Hearing – 407 Angle Rd., LLC – Case No. 2304- 110563 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien -- Giles 7320, LLC -- Case No. 105159 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien -- Giles 7320, LLC -- Case No. 103995 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien -- Angelina M. O’Connell (EST) -- Case No. 95520 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien -- Henry L. Kurz -- Case No. 109055

2 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Sunil R. and Parbatie Maharaj – Case No. 96389 • Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Christian Grace Properties, LLC – Case No. 98297 Request for request for Fine Reduction Hearing and Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien’s were approved by the Special Magistrate. VI. NEW BUSINESS: None VII. FINE HEARINGS : Case No. 2506-115235 was heard first on the agenda. Case# 2506-115235 – Vacant Lot On Dickens St., Fort Pierce, FL 34946 Property Owner: Solomon Trucking Inc., 517 SW Nautical Ave Port St Lucie, Fl 34984 Property Owner Norman Solomon was present. Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence there is no changes in the violations. Holly Roberson from ERD (Environmental Resources Department) spoke regarding the violation. She stated Mr. Solomon has met with ERD about what is needed to bring the property back into compliance to satisfy the violation. Thondra Lanese, Business Navigator for Planning Development Services, confirmed what Mr. Solomon will need to complete satisfaction with the violation. Companion case to 2506-115238 and 2506-115236. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to March 4, 2026. Case# 2506-2506-115238 – Vacant Lot On Dickens St., Fort Pierce, FL 34946 Property Owner: Solomon Trucking Inc., 517 SW Nautical Ave Port St Lucie, Fl 34984 Property Owner Norman Solomon was present. Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence there is no changes in the violations. Holly Roberson from ERD (Environmental Resources Department) spoke regarding the violation. She stated Mr. Solomon has met with ERD about what is needed to bring the property back into compliance to satisfy the violation. Thondra Lanese, Business Navigator for Planning Development Services, confirmed what Mr. Solomon will need to complete satisfaction with the violation. Companion case to 2506-115235 and 2506-115236.

3 The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to March 4, 2026. Case# 2506-115236 – Vacant Lot On Bryant Rd., Fort Pierce, FL 34946 Property Owner: Solomon Trucking Inc., 517 SW Nautical Ave Port St Lucie, Fl 34984 Property Owner Norman Solomon was present. Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence there is no changes in the violations. Holly Roberson from ERD (Environmental Resources Department) spoke regarding the violation. She stated Mr. Solomon has met with ERD (Environmental Resources Department) about what is needed to bring the property back into compliance to satisfy the violation. Thondra Lanese, Business Navigator for Planning Development Services, confirmed what Mr. Solomon will need to complete satisfaction with the violation. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to March 4, 2026. Companion case to 2506-115235 and 2506-115238. Case# 2507-115488 -- 3601 Avenue S, Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Property Owner: MEJC Investments, LLC, 318 Gale Pl., West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Property Owner Wilner Jean-Charles was present. Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence that the property is still in violation as permits have not been obtained for the door, windows and exterior work to the structure. Mr. Jean-Charles stated he has acquired a local architect that is working on the plans and is requesting additional time to obtain required permits. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to March 4, 2026. Case# 2506-115304 – 6603 Lakeland Blvd., Fort Pierce, FL 34951 Property Owner: Shane Boykin, 6603 Lakeland Blvd., Fort Pierce, FL 34951 Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence that the property is still in violation. Permits have not been obtained for the window, siding work and the replacement of the structural support columns.

4 The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $100 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $5,000 starting January 1, 2026. No one was present to represent the property owner. Case# 2508-11586 – 1919 N. 50th St., Fort, Pierce, FL 34947 Property Owner: Iian Amiel, PO Box 6211, Miami Beach, FL 33141 Representative Mauro Ranowski was present. Investigating Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence that the property is still in violation. The holes in the ceiling throughout the house have not been repaired and the fence has not been removed or repaired. Mr. Ranowski requested additional time as the roof needed to be replaced before addressing the holes in the ceiling caused by the leaking roof. He states the holes and fence will be repaired within 30 days. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a date certain of February 15, 2026, with a maximum fine of $10,000 if violations have not been abated prior to February 15, 2026. Case# 2509-115822 – 964 Fra Mar Pl., Fort Pierce, FL 34982 Property Owner: JBM Properties LLC, 4920 Sandshore Ct., San Diego, CA 92130-2743 Investigating Officer Brian Alves presented evidence that the property is still in violation. A permit has not been obtained to repair the soffit, the electrical system such as the exposed wires and extension cords are unsafe, and a licensed electrician has not repaired the exposed wires, a copy of the report has not been submitted and a permit for the water system has not been obtained. The contractor was unable to attend due to illness but requested additional time via email. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a date certain of March 15, 2026, with a maximum fine of $40,000 if violations have not been abated prior to March 15, 2026. Case# 2506-115218 -- 1604 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Property Owner: Jennifer Garcia, 1604 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Investigating Officer Josh Guevara presented evidence that the property is still in violation. The outside storage of items and materials such as tires, red car frame part, mattress and other miscellaneous items have not been removed from the property, the grass and weeds have not been mowed or maintained, and the unserviceable vehicles have not been repaired or removed.

5 The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $15,000 starting December 6, 2025. No one was present to represent the property owner. Case# 2509-115782 – 616 Coconut Ave., Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Property Owner: Jodie C. Nettles, 616 Coconut Ave. N., Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952-1333 Investigating Officer Josh Guevara presented evidence that the property is still in violation. The outside storage of items and materials such as vegetation debris, ladders, buckets, lawnmower, mattresses, boxes and other miscellaneous items have not been removed from the county right of way and the property, and the overgrowth of grass and weeds have not been mowed or maintained. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $15,000 starting December 6, 2025. No one was present to represent the property owner. Case# 2509-115858 – 615 Beach Ave., Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Property Owner: Raymond R. Brown, 615 Beach Ave., Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Investigating Officer Josh Guevara presented evidence that the property is still in violation. A permit for the vegetation removal has not been obtained. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $50 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $5,000 starting December 6, 2025. No one was present to represent the property owner. Case# 2508-115689 – Lot next to 1203 N. 37th St., Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Property Owner: Joseph Hamilton, 1692 SW Success St., Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953 Investigating Officer Paula Guy presented evidence that the property is still in violation. The RV is not allowed on the property without a primary structure and living in the RV has not ceased. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $10,000 starting December 6, 2025. No one was present to represent the property owner.

6 Case# 2507-115449 – 9125 Orange Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34945 Property Owner: Linda Culpepper (LF EST), 9125 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce, FL 34945 Investigating Officer Josh Guevara presented evidence that the property is still in violation. The unserviceable vehicles have not been repaired or removed, including the RV, the pergola/gazebo has not been repaired and a permit obtained for the repairs, the cargo containers are not allowed in AR-1 zoning and have not been removed, outside storage of items and materials such as trash, debris and other miscellaneous items have not been removed, boards have not been removed from windows, the plumbing system throughout the structure, including bathrooms and kitchen have not been repaired and permit(s) have not been obtained for the repairs, the walls and floors have not been repaired and required permits have not been obtained for the repairs, the property has not been exterminated and free of insects and rodents, the swimming pool has not been cleaned and maintained, and the electrical system including the breaker panel and water heater has not been repaired and required permits for the repairs has not been obtained on the property. The Special Magistrate imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $30,000 starting December 11, 2025. No one was present to represent the property owner. Recess from 10:08 am and resumed at 10:20 am. VIII. VIOLATION HEARINGS: Case# 2511-116258 – 5013 Happiness St., Fort Pierce, FL 34981 Property Owner: Happiness St., LLC, 2336 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL 34996-3310 Property Owner Greg Watkins was sworn in. Investigating Officer Brian Alves presented evidence that there is an unsafe structure on the property that must be demolished/removed and obtain required permits for the demolishment and removal of the unsafe structure. The Special Magistrate determined the violation occurred and ordered compliance by March 10, 2026, or a fine of up to $250 per day may be imposed. A $200.00 Prosecution Cost was imposed. Case# 2507-115414 – 7602 Banyan St., Fort Pierce, FL 34951 Property Owner: Eliani Cardenas Montesino, 7602 Banyan St., Fort Pierce, FL 34951

7 Representative Adeline Rivero, 5951 NW 201st St., Hialeah, FL 33015 was sworn in. Investing Officer Huascar Moreira presented evidence there are no permits for the enclosing of the carport, windows and front door. Ms. Rivero stated the engineering firm is working on resolutions for the property so permits can be obtained for the enclosing of the carport, windows and front door. The Special Magistrate determined the violation occurred and ordered compliance by March 15, 2026, or a fine of up to $250 per day may be imposed. A $200.00 Prosecution Cost was imposed. Case# 2409-113731 – 7147 S. US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Property Owner: Port Saint Lucie Plaza I, II & III, LLC, 112 Phyllis Ct., Elmont, NY 11003 Tenant Terry B. and Cheryl Hughey were sworn in. Investing Officer Paula Guy presented evidence that the property is still in violation but is progressing forward. There is no zoning compliance permit for the business on the property. They are working with the business navigator to obtain the zoning compliance permit. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to April 1, 2026. . Case# 2409-113732 – 7147 S. US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Tenant: Terry B. Hughey, 741 SE Starflower Ave., RUFS Foundation, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 Tenant Terry B. and Cheryl Hughey were sworn in. Investing Officer Paula Guy presented evidence that the property is still in violation but is progressing forward. There is no zoning compliance permit for the business on the property. They are working with the business navigator to obtain the zoning compliance permit. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, continued the Violation Hearing to April 1, 2026.

8 DEFAULT CASES: Case No. Location of Violation Property Owner/Contractor/Violator 2510-116146 2406 River Hammock Ln., Fort Pierce, FL Patricia B. Morris 2509-115867 2503 N. 42nd St., Fort Pierce, FL Ermith Lazarre 2510-115951 5014 Birch Dr., Fort Pierce, FL Alto Asset Company 3, LLC 2510-115955 5207 Birch Dr., Fort Pierce, FL William F. & Bonnie J. Tietgens 2510-115957 5211 Birch Dr., Fort Pierce, FL Crystal Ramos & Meagan Langmaid 2510-115956 5209 Birch Dr., Fort Pierce, FL Lydia M. & Rosendo Zuniga (LF EST) The Halls were sounded and the Special Magistrate read and verified all cases that didn’t appear to protest the violations at the January 7, 2026 Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing. The Special Magistrate adopts the staff recommendation for compliance date of February 6, 2026, as stated on the agenda. VIII. REHEARING OR RECONSIDERATION: None. IX. REPEAT VIOLATION HEARING: Case# 2511-116188 – 10159 S. Ocean Dr., Jensen Beach, FL 34951 Property Owner: Seaglass Ocean Drive Development, LLC, 1111 Kane Concourse Ste # 209, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154 Investing Officer Brian Alves presented evidence of repeat violations on the property. The overgrowth of grass and weeds repeatedly are not mowed or maintained, and the outside storage of items and materials such as junk, trash, debris, construction materials and other miscellaneous items have not been removed from the property. The Special Magistrate, after hearing evidence in this case, imposed a fine of $250 per day as recommended by Code Enforcement staff, with a maximum fine of $50,000 starting January 8, 2026 and a Prosecution Fee of $200. No one was present to represent the property owner. X. REFERRAL TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: None XI. FINE REDUCTION HEARING: None XII. OTHER BUSINESS: None

9 XIII. STAFF BUSINESS: None ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:01 AM.