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Mission Mission Statement: The mission of the City of Okeechobee is to provide accommodating services that
enhance the quality of life for our citizens and businesses in a fiscally sound manner.
Vision Statement: The City of Okeechobee will maintain a vibrant and prosperous community built on our
heritage, history, unique character, and small-town atmosphere.
I. CALL.TO ORDER
A. Special Magistrate Azcona called the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing to order on
Tuesday December 13, 2022, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, located at 55 Southeast
3rd Avenue, Room 200, Okeechobee, Florida. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Special
Magistrate Azcona.
II. ATTENDANCE Present Absent
Special Magistrate Roger Azcona, Esquire x
City Attorney Greg Hyden x
Police Lieutenant Bettye Taylor _x_
Code Enforcement Officer Anthony Smith _x
Code Enforcement Officer Christina Curl x
III. CHANGES TO AGENDA
A. Requests for the addition, deferral, or withdrawal of agenda items. There were none.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
A. Special Magistrate Azcona approved the October 11, 2022 Hearing Minutes.
B. This being a Quasi-Judicial proceeding, Special Magistrate Azcona collectively administered an
Oath to Code Officers Smith, Curl, Mrs. Pamela Arnold, Mr. Vernon Arnold, Mr. Perry S. Arnold,
and Mrs. Selena Taylor
V. FINE REDUCTION REQUESTS CONTINUED
A. Case No. 220128007; Perry Sylvester Arnold Jr., 620 Northeast 4th Avenue, Violation of Code of
Ordinances Chapter 30, Sections 30-41 Disabled vehicles, 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General
cleaning and beautification. Chapter 82, Section 82-124 Permits (Exhibit 1).
AS- violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-41 Disabled vehicles for untagged vehicles, 30-43 Public
nuisances for junk/debris covering the entire property and the exterior of the home in need of
cleaning, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification for stack of lumber, tires, and electrical cords
and Chapter 82, Section 82-124 Permits for two unpermitted structures. On July 26, 2022 property
was inspected by Code Officer Smith and found to be in compliance. On August 23, 2022 Fine
Reduction request received from the guardian of Mr. Arnold. On August 23, 2022 SOV/NOH mailed
via USPS certified return receipt for the September 13th Hearing, received by Perry S. Arnold and
Selena Taylor on August 26, 2022. On September 13, 2022 Case presented to the Special
Magistrate; property owners guardian requested that the fine be dismissed due to special
circumstances. The City recommended that the fine be reduced by 75 percent, plus a $50.00
administrative fee. Special Magistrate Azcona reserved ruling until on or before the next Hearing to
review all evidence. On September 23, 2022 SOV/NOH mailed via USPS certified return receipt for
the October 11 th Hearing, received by Perry S Arnold on September 30, 2022. On October 11, 2022,
the case was presented to the Special Magistrate for ruling on fine reduction. The property owner's
guardian provided the Adjudication as to Incapacity. The Special Magistrate reserved ruling to on
or before the next Hearing to review all evidence. On October 24, 2022 SOV/NOH mailed via USPS
certified return receipt to the property owner, the guardian, and the care giver for the November 8th
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V. FINE REDUCTION REQUESTS CONTINUED
A. CONTINUED: Hearing. Received by Selena Taylor on October 27, 2022. On November 7, 2022
Code Officer Curl called Mrs. Pamela Arnold at 863-801-4643, she was advised that the November
8th Hearing had been cancelled due to an unforeseen emergency and that the next hearing would
take place on December 13th at 6 pm and that an updated notice would be mailed to her. She
provided her email: parnold863gmail.com. SOV/NOH and Hearing cancellation notice emailed to
Mrs. Arnold. SOV/NOH and Notice of Hearing cancellation mailed via USPS certified return receipt
to property owner, guardian, and caregiver for the December 13th Hearing. Received by Selena
Taylor on November 10, 2022 and by Perry Arnold on November 16, 2022. The City is requesting
the Special Magistrate's Fine Reduction ruling from the September 13th hearing be noted for the
record.
RA-Mr. Perry Arnold you are here, and you have some people here, okay that is Mr. Arnold, I will
give you a status I have started an order I have reviewed everything you have gave me, I have
reviewed the record, I am reviewing everything in this case, I am half way through the order, I have
not issued it yet, should be done within the next few days, but I have just had some many surgeries
since the last time I have seen you I have had at least two surgeries and with trial and my physical
health it has not been so good and I could not finish it and I got backed up with trial and everything.
I just wanted to let you know that I have absolutely have not forgotten about you, I will have an order
soon definitely no later than by the end of the year. Are there any concerns about it
PA-just waiting on the order
RA-you will get it, since you are here, is there anything you would like to add or for me to consider
in your case
PA-there is something I would like to add
RA-oh okay, go ahead
PA-I know you are reviewing everything, and I would like to know if you have had the chance to
review Judge White's order and all the medical reviews
RA-I have
PA-and that you are taking into consideration all the medical reviews and taking into consideration
all these doctors spoke to him
RA-sure, that is part of the order, and I am taking everything into consideration along with the
testimony and the documents, I have reviewed everything it is just a matter of finalizing my order
PA-and that their conversation with him was about five minutes when they made their decisions
RA-sure
PA-and I didn't know if you had a chance to review what they had to say and what Judge White had
to say
RA-I am taking into consideration the guardianship case, and the ruling of Judge White and every
testimony that was presented in the case and every document that was submitted in the case
including the guardianship situation and the findings okay
PA-and are you taking into consideration everything that has happened after the fact
RA-we have concluded that hearing and I will consider everything that was presented at the
Hearings, so I will have that order soon, okay, alright, like I said I should have it within the next few
days, I still have other things going on also, but I am optimal health right now, well the last few days
since I had surgery. I would like to ask the Attorney for the City of Okeechobee; Mr. Hyden is there
anything you would like to add sir
GH-no your honor, you already said the hearing has been closed we are just waiting for the order
RA-yes, okay I have already started the order and I am in the process of finalizing it now, so if there
isn't anything else on that order we can move onto the next case
VI. COMPLIED CASES
A. Case No. 220913009; Jeanel Jerome, Northwest 7th Street,Violation of Code of Ordinances Chapter
30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification (Exhibit 2).
AS-violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification
for having large piles of debris in the right of way and roadside, the entire length of the block. The
respondent is not a repeat violator. The respondent was first notified on August 29, 2022 via Courtesy
Card. On September 13, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; still non-compliant. On
September 13, 2022, a SOV/NOH and photos were mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the
November 8th Hearing. The notice was received by Jeanel Jerome on September 20, 2022. On October
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VI. COMPLIED CASES CONTINUED
A. CONTINUED: 10, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property, in compliance, case closed. The
City recommends no action on this matter, but request it be noted for the record to have been in
violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification.
RA-okay, Mr. Hyden is there anything else you would like to add sir
GH-no sir
RA-Mr. Smith I see your packet presented with exhibits for this particular case, the pictures taken; you
took these photos Mr. Smith
AS-yes, they were
RA-are the dates that appear on them represent the date the pictures were taken
AS-yes, it is
RA-and do these pictures accurately represent the condition of the property at the time they were taken
AS-yes, they do
RA-okay, I will make a finding in the case of the City of Okeechobee vs. Jeanel Jerome, Case
#220913009; I will make a finding based on the testimony of the certified Code Enforcement Officer
Mr. Smith and the exhibits presented at this Hearing that the respondent in this case are in in violation
of Chapter 30, Section 30-43 Public nuisances for having large pile of debris in the right-of-way and
along the roadside the entire length of the block and, Chapter 30, Section 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification there is certainly more than sufficient facts to establish the violations in this case, in review
of the exhibits in this case there is factual basis I can see a lot of debris, I can see pictures of cut up
trees and debris that is unsightly on the side of the road so there is sufficient factual basis for the code
enforcement violation in this case. What is the City's recommendation for this case Mr. Smith
AS-no action be taken at this time just be noted for the record to have been in violation of Chapter 30,
Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification
RA-okay, anything else Mr. Hyden
GH-no sir
RA-okay so based on the City's recommendation I find that it is reasonable, and I will follow the city's
recommendation in this case and no action will be taken at this time, but it will be noted for the record
that the respondents in this case was in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-
44 General cleaning and beautification
B. Case No. 220913011; Ernesto Ramirez, Northwest 7th Street, Violation of Code of Ordinances
Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification (Exhibit
3).
AS-violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification for having large piles of debris in the right of way and roadside the entire length of the
block. The respondent is not a repeat violator. The respondent was first notified on August 29, 2022
via Courtesy Card. On September 13, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property, still non-
compliant. On September 13, 2022, a SOV/NOH and photos were mailed via USPS certified return
receipt for the November 8th Hearing. The notice was received on October 4, 2022 by Sindy
Jimenez. On October 22, 2022 Code Officer Curl inspected the property, the large piles of debris
have been removed, in compliance, case closed. The City recommends no action on this matter,
but request it be noted for the record to have been in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public
nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification
RA-anything else you would like to add Mr. Hyden for the City
GH-no sir
RA-okay, based on the testimony of the certified Code Enforcement Officer for the City I will make
a finding in the case of the City of Okeechobee vs. Ernesto Ramirez, Case #220913011, I will
make a finding based on the testimony of the certified Code Enforcement Officer Mr. Smith and
the exhibits presented at this hearing that there is sufficient factual basis for the allegations of the
code violations in this case I would like to ask, Mr. Smith I see that these pictures in support of the
violations in this case did you take the pictures
AS-yes, I did
RA-okay and these pictures accurately represent the conditions of the property at the time they
were taken
AS-yes, and also Code Officer Curl took the photos on October 22, 2022
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VI. COMPLIED CASES CONTINUED
B. CONTINUED: RA-okay on those bases I will make a finding that there is sufficient factual bases
along with the testimony and the exhibits presented to support the violation and I will find that in
this particular case even though the property owners did come into compliance they were in
violation prior to coming into compliance, in the case of the City of Okeechobee vs. Ernesto
Ramirez, Case #220913001 that they were in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public
nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification, I will also make a finding in this case for the
record including the previous case Jeanel Jerome there was sufficient notice to the property owner
of the violation and they did correct the violations in this case. What is the City's recommendation
in this case Mr. Smith
AS-The City recommends that no action be taken on this matter, but request it be noted for the
record to have been in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General
cleaning and beautification
RA-okay, Mr. Hyden is there anything you would like to add sir
GH-no sir
RA-based on the City's recommendation and the representation of council and the certified code
enforcement officer I will follow the recommendation in this case that no action be taken on this
matter, but it will be noted that the respondents were in violation prior to coming into compliance
in this case
C. Case No. 221020010; Zaben Omar Nafal (La Placita Supermarket), 1002 Northwest Park Street,
Violation of Code of Ordinances Chapter 50, Sections 50-91 Levied, 50-94 Duty of seller as to
collection of tax; failure of purchaser to pay bill (Exhibit 4).
AS-violation of Chapter 50, Sections 50-91 Levied for tax collected on the sale of propane gas, 50-
94 Duty of seller as to collection of tax for failure of purchaser to pay bill for delinquent Utility Taxes.
The respondent is not a repeat violator. The respondent was first notified on March 15, 2022 via
Courtesy Letter. On July 28, 2022 the second delinquency letter was mailed via regular mail from
City Hall. On October 18, 2022 Code Officer Curl received an email from the City of Okeechobee
Account Supervisor Melissa Henry stating that La Placita Supermarket had not paid their Utility
Taxes since June and they are delinquent from July—October. She provided the two Courtesy letters
that were mailed with no response. On October 20, 2022 Code Officer Smith hand delivered a
SOV/NOH to Omar Nafal. On October 24, 2022, an email from Mrs. Henry stating that the delinquent
utility taxes were paid on Friday October 21, 2022. Case closed. The City recommends no action
on this matter, but request it be noted for the record to have been in violation of Chapter 50, Sections
50-91 Levied, 50-94 Duty of seller as to collection of tax.
RA-Mr. Smith the exhibits that are attached to the alleged violation in this case these are all and
accurate representations of the letters that were sent to the respondent in this case
AS-yes, they are
RA-okay, Mr. Hyden is there anything you would like to add
GH-no sir
RA-okay I will make a finding in this case of the City of Okeechobee vs. Zaben Omar Nafal (La
Placita Supermarket) Case #221020010; that the respondents in this case were cited for violation
of Chapter 50, Sections 50-91 Levied for tax collected on the sale of propane gas, 50-94 Duty of
seller as to collection of tax for failure of purchaser to pay bill for delinquent utility taxes. I have
examined the exhibits in this case and together with the testimony of the certified code enforcement
officer I will make a finding in this case that the respondents in this case were in violation and they
were also properly notified via normal channels of communication email and written letters to the
owners of the La Placita Supermarket and they responded and corrected the matter and as of
October 24, 2022 the respondent in this matter did come into compliance and the case was closed
as of October 24, 2022 as the taxes were paid and what is the City's recommendation Mr. Smith
AS-no action on this matter, but request it be noted for the record to have been in violation of
Chapter 50, Sections 50-91 Levied, 50-94 Duty of seller as to collection of tax
RA-Mr. Hyden is there anything else you would like to add on behalf of the City of Okeechobee
GH-no sir
RA-okay, so based on the recommendation of the city and the council for the City of Okeechobee
I will make a finding that there is sufficient factual basis in this case and that the respondent was
in violation and even though they have come into compliance it will be noted for the record that
they were in violation in this matter from when they were first notified on March 15, 2022 until the
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VI. COMPLIED CASES CONTINUED
C. CONTINUED: case was closed on October 24, 2022, no action will be taken at this time, but it will
be noted
D. Case No. 220908008; Ida Harrell, 1706 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Violation of Code of Ordinances
Chapter 30, Sections 30-40 Junk, 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification (Exhibit 5).
AS-violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-40 Junk for having a washer and a grill in the middle of the
yard, 30-43 Public nuisances for having debris all over the property, 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification for overgrown grass, weeds, bushes, and shrubs. The respondent is not a repeat
violator. The respondent was first notified on August 23, 2022 via Courtesy Card. On September 8,
2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property, non-compliant. A SOV/NOH and photos were
mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the October 11th Hearing. The notice was returned on
October 18, 2022. On September 13, 2022 Property owner Dena Villarreal called and stated that
she had moved the washing machine and grill, and the grass had been mowed. She also asked
about what else needed to be done and if a hearing had been scheduled. Code Officer Curl advised
her on what needed to be done to bring the property into compliance and that the Hearing was
scheduled for October 11th at 6:00 pm. On September 22, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the
property, still non-compliant. On October 5, 2022 Code Officer Smith/Curl inspected the property,
still non-compliant. On October 6, 2022 Dena Villarreal called in (863) 801-6342 and spoke with
Code Officer Smith advised that she had begun addressing the violations and she wanted to know
what else she to do to bring the property into compliance. I advised her to cut back and shape the
large shrub in the front yard and remove all the items from the front and side of the property. I also
advised her how much time she had to bring the property into compliance before fines start to
accrue. On October 11, 2022, the Case presented to the Special Magistrate, found in violation of
Chapter 30, Sections 30-40 Junk, 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification. A fine of $50.00 per day to begin 21-days after the date of the Special Magistrate
Hearing on October 11, 2022, unless the property owner brings the property into compliance on or
before that date, plus a one-time $50.00 administrative fee imposed. Fine accrual will begin on
November 1, 2022. On October 18, 2022, Lien/Order mailed via USPS certified return receipt. On
October 24, 2022, Code Officer Curl received a call from Dena stating that she would like an
inspection done to see what else she needs to be done. Code Officer Smith inspected the property:
in compliance, Case Closed. On October 28, 2022, Code Officer Curl received a call from Dena
inquiring about the status of the inspection. I advised her that Code Officer Smith inspected the
property on October 24th, and he put the property into compliance and closed the case. The City
recommends no action on this matter, but request it be noted for the record to have been in violation
of Chapter 30, Sections 30-40 Junk, 30-43 Public nuisances, Section 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification.
RA-Code Officer Smith I see that there is a lot of exhibits presented here with this case, I believe
we already made a finding on this case
AS-yes sir
RA-alright, what is the City's recommendation on this matter
AS-the City recommends no action on this matter, but request it be noted for the record to have
been in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-40 Junk, 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General
cleaning and beautification
RA-alright, Mr. Hyden anything else you would like to add on behalf of the City
GH-no sir
RA-okay, Thank you Mr. Hyden. I will follow the recommendation of the City and the representation
of council in this case the respondent was already found in violation even though they did come
into compliance in this case prior to the beginning of the fine we will note for the record that they
were in violation, and they were properly notified and they responded and fixed the property coming
into compliance I will take no further action based on the recommendation of the City
E. Case No. 220812010; Robbie L. Melear and Tammy L. Jordan, 1004 Northwest 6th Street, Violation
of Code of Ordinances Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and
beautification, International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Chapter 3, Section 304.1.1
Unsafe conditions (Exhibit 6).
AS-violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances for overgrown vegetation all over the
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VI. COMPLIED CASES CONTINUED
E. CONTINUED: property, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification for the property and structure in
need of cleaning and upkeep. IPMC Chapter 3, Section 304.1.1 Unsafe conditions for a hole in the
roof and unsecured structure. The respondent is not a repeat violator. The respondent was first
notified on July 28, 2022 via Courtesy Card. On August 11, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the
property, still non-compliant. On August 12, 2022, a SOV/NOH and photos mailed via USPS certified
return receipt for the October 11th Hearing. The notice was returned/unable to forward on August
23, 2022. On August 22, 2022 Building Official Jeff Newell completed an inspection and provided
photos and tax lien documentation. On August 25, 2022 Code Officer Smith posted a Notice to
Appear at the property and City Hall for the September 13th Hearing. On September 6, 2022 Code
Officer Smith inspected the property, still non-compliant. On September 13, 2022, the case was
presented to the Special Magistrate, found in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public
nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification and IPMC Chapter 3, Section 304.1.1 Unsafe
conditions. A fine of $50.00 per day, to begin 21 days after the date of the Special Magistrate
Hearing, unless the property owner brings the property into compliance on or before that date, plus
a one-time administrative fee of $50.00 imposed. Fine accrual will begin on October 4, 2022. On
September 19, 2022 Code Officer Smith posted the Lien/Order at the property and City Hall. On
September 22, 2022 Lien/Order was mailed via USPS certified return receipt. The lien/order was
returned/unable to forward on October 2, 2022. On October 4, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected
the property: still non-compliant, Recorded Lien/Order at the Okeechobee County Clerk of Court.
File # 2022013046 Fine accrual of $50.00 per day plus a $50.00 administrative fee to begin on
October 4, 2021. On October 5, 2022 Code Officer Smith posted the lien/order at the property and
City Hall. On October 27, 2022 Jason Tomlinson, stopped by the office and stated that he just
purchased the property at auction and will be bringing it into compliance this weekend. On October
31, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property: still non-compliant, photos in file. There has
been major progress made at this time however the roof and the boarding up of the home still
remains. On November 7, 2022, Code Officer Smith inspected the property: in compliance, photos
in file. The roof has been blue tarped, and all the windows and doors have been secured. With the
previous corrections and the corrections made today the property is in compliance. On November
23, 2022 Trustee's Deed recorded transferring ownership to Orion of America LLC, 650 NE 2nd
Avenue, Apt. 2611, Miami, FL. 33132. The City request it be noted for the record that the property
was brought into compliance on November 7, 2022. Leaving a fine balance of $1650.00 plus
administration fee of$50.00 totaling: $1700.00.
RA-okay, Mr. Hyden anything else you would like to add on behalf of the City
GH-no sir
RA-I have a quick question, the fine balance in this case is $1,650.00 how did you compute that
AS-it started accruing $50.00 a day on October 4th and came into compliance on November 7th
RA-how many days all together
AS-how many days all together that would be thirty something
RA-so the fine was $50.00 per day
AS-yes it was
RA-times how many days
CC-there is a sheet in there that shows how we computed it
AS-yes, a fine accrual sheet
RA-oh there is
CC-it should be at the very end of it
RA-oh I missed that one, oh okay, so I see that did you prepare this calculation
AS-no Code Officer Curl did
RA-how did you prepare this Mrs. Curl
CC-take the number of days and times it by the daily fine amount, which is fifty dollars a day
RA-and how many days all together was this place not in compliance and fined $50.00 a day
CC-I would have to look at the sheet
AS-it was 33 days
RA-so if you take 33 days and times it by $50.00 you end up with $1,650.00
CC-yes
RA-okay sounds good, that is good enough for me. I will make a finding on this case that the property
was already found in violation and a lien/order was issued and it was properly received, and the
certified Code Enforcement Officer did get in touch with the person who purchased the property and
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VI. COMPLIED CASES CONTINUED
E. CONTINUED: it has come into compliance and the city's recommendation in this case is reasonable
under the circumstances and based upon the calculation on what was previously order of the fine
and the number of days they were not in compliance after the finding in the previous hearing there
is still a fine balance of 1,650.00 plus a $50.00 administrative fee so there is an existing fine balance
of $1,700.00 in this case. Case #2208120010, City of Okeechobee vs. Robbie Lee Melear and
Tammy Lynn Jordan.
F. Case No. 221027007; Rafael and Glorybee Corona, Southeast 10th Avenue, Violation of Code of
Ordinances Chapter 54, Section 54-51 Parking in residential neighborhoods (Exhibit 7).
AS-violation of Chapter 54, Section 54-51 Parking in residential neighborhoods for several
commercial semitrucks being parked on residential property for extended period of time. The
respondent is a repeat violator. The respondent was first notified on October 27, 2022 by SOV/NOH
mailed via certified return receipt. On October 31, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property,
still non-compliant. On November 2, 2022 Code Officer Curl returned Mrs. Glorybee Corona call,
and she was advised on what needed to be done to bring the property into compliance. She asked
if there was any way for them to keep the semis on the property, she was advised the only one for
them to remain on the property was for them to be parked within an enclosed garage and she would
need to obtain permits to build the garage. She was also advised not to contact any code officer via
their personal social media or personal phones that all contact should be made during business
hours on business phones or emails. On November 3, 2022 Code Officer Smith received an email
from Mrs. Corona stating that they are working on getting the semis moved and will hopefully have
that done by Saturday. On November 7, 2022 SOV/NOH and November 8th Hearing cancellation
notice emailed to Mrs. Corona. SOV/NOH for the Dec 13th Hearing and the November 8th hearing
cancellation notice mailed via USPS certified return receipt. The notice was received by Jorge
Rodriguez on November 10, 2022. On November 17, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the
property: in compliance, photo in file. Case Closed. The City recommends no action on this matter,
but request it be noted for the record to have been in violation of Chapter 54, Section 54-51 Parking
in residential neighborhoods.
RA-Mr. Smith there are exhibits attached, you took these photos
AS-yes
RA-and these pictures accurately represent the conditions of the property on the date they were
taken
AS-yes, they do, also Code Officer Curl took pictures as well
RA-okay, anything else you would like to add Mr. Hyden on behalf of the City
GH-no sir
RA-okay so I will make a finding in this case of the City of Okeechobee vs Rafael and Glorybee
Corona, Case #221020010 based on the testimony of the certified Code Enforcement Officer Mr.
Smith and the exhibits presented at this hearing in this case that there here is sufficient factual
basis for the allegations of code violation in this case and I can see that in the pictures that there
is a big semitruck parked in there and based off the pictures and the code enforcement officer big
commercial semitrucks should not be parked in residential neighborhoods and I will also make a
finding the respondents were properly notified and they did take the proper course of action and
did correct the problem even though they came into compliance we will note for the record that
they already have a prior violation even though they have a prior violation the City still recommends
in this case that it be noted for the record and no further action be taken on this matter. Is there
anything else you would like to add Mr. Smith
AS-no sir
RA-Mr. Hyden is there anything else you would like to add
GH-no sir
RA-okay that will be it we will just note it again, no further action
VII. ADJOURN MEETING
There being no further business to come before the Special Magistrate, the Hearing was adjourned at
6:39 P.M.
BE ADVISED that should you intend to show any document, picture, video, or items to the Special Magistrate in support or
opposition to any item on the agenda, a copy of the document, picture, video, or item must be provided to the Code
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Enforcement Secretary for the City's records.
ANY PERSON DECIDING TO APPEAL any decision made by the Special Magistrate with respect to any matter considered
at this meeting will need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceeding is made and the record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal will be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with
disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the Code Enforcement Office in
person or call 863-763-9802, Hearing Impaired: Florida Relay 7-1-1 no later than four business days prior to proceeding.
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