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2024-01-09 VI. A Exhibit #2Exhibit 2 VI. A. Exhibit #2 Case #231009016 Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald Exhibit 2 Code Enforcement Hearing January 9, 2024 Case Number, Name and Address: Case #231009016, Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald, Northwest 10th St. Code Section Violated Description of Violation Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 Overgrown vegetation in need of being cut, trash, yard debris General cleaning and beautification, IPMC Chapter 3, or junk in need of being cleaned/removed and the structure in Sections 304.1 General, 304.1.1 Unsafe conditions need of being repaired to be structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety, or welfare. Photos: See attached Is respondent a Repeat Violator? No Summary: • Respondent was first notified on September 22, 2023 via Courtesy Card. • The City communicated with the respondent on the below occasion(s). Date of notice Type of notice Received Date by received/ returned October 9, 2023 Code Officer Curl inspected the property and found the property to be non- compliant, the unsound/unsanitary structure remains, with no repairs made, however some progress has been made with the cutting of the overgrown grass. Photos in the file. October 9, 2023 SOV/NOH, and photos mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the December Antoinette October 12, 2023 Hearing. Russell 13, 2023. December 6, 2023 The property owner Antoinette McDonald called in spoke with Code Officer Smith and stated that she was out of town the entire month of December and asked for the case to be held on a later date so that she can be at the hearing to present an evidence she may have. December 6, 2023 Code Officer Smith inspected the property and found the property to be non- compliant, the unsound structure, and the overgrown shrubs remains. Photos in file. December 11, 2023 SOV/NOH mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the January 9, 2024 no December Hearing. USPS tracking detail placed in file. signature 14, 2023 December 12, 2023 Case presented to the Special Magistrate and deferred to the January Hearing to allow the property owner an opportunity to be present at the hearing. January 4, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property, non -compliant: the unsound structure remains, and the overgrown vegetation has not been maintained. Photos in file. • To comply with City ordinances, cut and maintain vegetation on the property. Repair or remove the structure from the property. City Recommendation: The City recommends a fine of $50.00 per day, to begin on January 10, 2024, plus a $50.00 administrative fee. Chronology attached Page 1 of 1 Exhibit 2 Case #231009016; Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald, NW 10th St Date Event/Document September 22, Property owner: Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald 2023 Property address: NW 10th St, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 Mailing address: 7806 NW 40th Ct, Coral Springs, FL. 33065 Parcel ID: 3-15-37-35-0010-00420-0130 (33475) Legal Description: Lots 13 and West half of Lot 12 of Block 42, CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, Plat Book 1, Page 10 and Plat Book 5, Page 5, Okeechobee County public records Code Officer Curl observed the above -mentioned property to be in violation of Code of Ordinances Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification, IPMC Chapter 3, Sections 304.1 General, 304.1.1 Unsafe conditions for having overgrown weeds, grass, bushes, or shrubs in need of being cut, trash, yard debris or junk in need of being cleaned/removed and the structure in need of being repaired to be structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare. Photos in file. September 22, Courtesy Card, photos and city ordinances mailed via USPS regular mail. Given 14-days to 2023 correct the violations. October 9, 2023 Code Officer Curl inspected the property and found the property to be non -compliant, the unsound/unsanitary structure remains, with no repairs made, however some progress has been made with the cutting of the overgrown grass. Photos in the file. October 9, 2023 SOV/NOH, and photos mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the December 12, 2023 Hearing. Received by Antoinette Russell on October 13, 2023. December 6, 2023 The property owner Antoinette McDonald (561-344-3367) called in spoke with Code Officer Smith and stated that she was out of town the entire month of December and asked for the case to be held on later date so that she can be at the hearing to present her side of the case. Code Officer Smith inspected the property and found the property to be non -compliant, the unsound structure, and the overgrown shrubs remains. Photos in file. December 11, 2023 SOV/NOH mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the January 9, 2024 Hearing. Notice was delivered to an individual at the address on December 14, 2023 at 4:19 pm per USPS tracking detail, no signature on return receipt card. USPS tracking detail placed in file. December 12, 2023 Case presented to the Special Magistrate and deferred to the January Hearing to allow the property owner an opportunity to be present at the hearing. January 4, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property, non -compliant: the unsound structure remains, and the overgrown vegetation has not been maintained. Photos in file. Page 1 of 1 Exhibit 2 Okeechobee County Property Appraiser 2023 Preliminary Certified Mickey T.. Bandi, CFA updated: 9/21/2023 Parcel: « 3-15-37-35-0010-00420-0130 (33476) »' Aerlal Viewer Pictometery Google Maps Owner & Property Info Result: 10 of 34 *2023 02022 02021 02020 02019 �iSales +- + w� j) y S aW 9TH,ST — + . q ` a T� a ' .L Owner EPANOPTIX INC IIACDONALD ANTOINETTE 7806 NW40TH CT CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065 Site NW 10TH ST OKEECHOBEE Description` CITY OF OKEECHOBEE (PLAT BOOK 1 PAGE 10 & PLAT BOOK 5 PAGE 5) LOT 13 & WEST 112 OF LOT 12 BLOCK 42 Area 0.241 AC I S/T/R 15-37-35 Use Code" VACANT (0000) ITax District 150 'The Description above is not to be used as the Legal Description for this parcel in any legal transaction., "The Use Code is a Dept. of Revenue code. Please contact Okeechobee County Planning & Development at 863-763-5548 for zoning info. Property & Assessment Values 2022 Certified Values 2023 Preliminary Certified Mkt Land $5,880 Mkt Land $9,188 Ag Land $0 Ag Land $0 Building $0 Building $0 XFOB $0 XFOB $0 Just $5,880 Just $9,188 Class $0 Class $0 Appraised $5,880 Appraised $9,188 SOH/10% Cap [?1 SOH/10% Cap $0 Fl $2 720 Assessed $5,880 Assessed $9,188 Exempt $0 Exempt $0 eounty:$5,880 city:$5,880 Total county:$6,468 city:$6,468 Total other.Taxable $5,880 other.$6,468' Taxable sehool:$5,880 senoa:$9,188 Note: Property ownership changes can cause the Assessed value of the property to reset to full Market value, which could result in higher property taxes.,, Sales History Sale Date Sale Price Book/Page Deed V/1 Qualification (Co(jes) RCode 2/1/2021 $100 2021007975 QC V U 11 9/5/2005 $0 0577/0332 QC V U 03 8/1/1980 $3,500 0236/1241 WD V Q Building Characteristics Bldg Sketch Description' Year Bit Base SF Actual SF Bldg Value NONE Extra Features & Out Buildings (codes) Code Description Year Bit Value Units Dims Condition (% Good) NONE Land Breakdown Code Description Units Adjustments Eff Rate Land Value 161C14 I CITY LT (MKT) I 75.000 FF (0.241 AC) I 1.0000/.9800 1.0000/ / $123 /FF $9,188 Search Result: 10 of 34 0 Okeechobee County Property Appraiser I Mickey L. Band[, CFA I Okeechobee, Florida 1863-763-4422 by: GrizzlyLogic.com Exhibit 2 Exhibit 2 Exhibit 2 Re Dear Property Owner, Date: , 6p2c cl�a 4 -,m N, / _l A / . i 1 ti, l,4 �1 This is a courtesy card requesting your assistance in alleviating the following code violation(s) at the above address. The following violation(s) exist: "Overgrown Weeds, Grass, Bushes or Shrubs 0 Unauthorized Signs, Flags or Banners r OTrash, Yard Debris or Junk 0 Operating a Business Without Required License 0 Inoperable, Abandoned or Unlicensed Vehicle 0 Pool Violation �Intemational Property Maintenance Code Ch 5 Sec y 0-7 Y er Please contact our office at (863) 763-9795 within i j days of receipt of this card and let us know when violation(s) will be corrected. We appreciate your cooperation. n�" 4 . max,. • erg+ �� - � �� •a � . �w a R � nrc�y� �i ��.��-.yv� �'+,ip�l� / ,� - ,ems � � � � � •• ' u ->1.0 /'09 /-2023 1 1. 19 t %•"'.yam" { .. .�. _ Ys�M�-»�,�i, ti Exhibit 2 Okeechobee City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement 50 SE 2nd Ave Okeechobee Florida 34974 863-763-9795 Phone CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA Petitioner, vs Date October 9, 2023 Respondent, CASE NO. 231009016 Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald STATEMENT OF VIOLATION AND NOTICE OF HEARING Pursuant to Florida Statutes 162.02 and 162.12, Florida Statutes, and the Code of Ordinances of City of Okeechobee, I (hereinafter the "City of Okeechobee), the undersigned Code Enforcement Officer hereby gives notice of an uncorrected violation of the City of Okeechobee Code, as more particularly described herein, and hereby requests a Hearing before the Okeechobee City Code Enforcement Special Magistrate. 1. Violation of City Code Chapter/Section: CH. 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification, IPMC CH. 3, Sections 304.1 General, 304.1.1 Unsafe conditions 2. Address and Parcel# where violation exists: NW 10th St, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 3-15-37-35-0010-00420-0130 (33475) 3. Name and address of property owner or person in charge of location where violation exists: Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald, 7806 NW 40th Ct, Coral Springs, FL. 33065 4. Description of Violation: Overgrown weeds, grass, bushes, or shrubs in need of being cut, trash, yard debris or junk in need of being cleaned/removed and a structure in need of being repaired or demolished 5. Date violation must be corrected by: Dec 5, 2023 6. Date violation first observed on or about: Sep 22, 2023 Unless Respondent corrects the violation described herein by the date set forth above AND contacts the undersigned Code Inspector to verify compliance, with the Okeechobee City Code Section(s) cited herein, you are hereby called upon to take notice that a Hearing will be held in this cause before the City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Magistrate on the 12th day December, 2023 at 6:00 P.M., located at 55 SE 3rd Ave Okeechobee City Hall, Okeechobee Florida 34974 in Council Chambers. The Magistrate will receive testimony and evidence at said Hearing and shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law as are supported by the evidence and testimony, and shall make an order thereupon. You are entitled to be represented by counsel, present evidence, and present testimony. Please be advised that any evidence presented to the Magistrate for his consideration will be retained by Code Compliance Department. If you fail to appear at the hearing the Magistrate may enter an Order of Violation, & impose a fine in your absence. Christina Curl Code Enforcement Officer Any Person desiring to appeal any decision of the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate with respect to any matter considered at this hearing will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made and that the record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal will be based. Code Enforcement Magistrate tapes are for the sole purpose of back up for the official records of the Code Enforcement Department. In Accordance with Fla. Statute 162.11(2005), an aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative order to the circuit court. Such an appeal shall be filed within 30 days of the execution of the order to be appealed. De acuerdo con la seccion 162.11 de los estatutos de la Florida, un partido que no esta en acuerdo puede apelar una orden adininistrativa final a la tribunal de circuito . Tal apelacion sera archivada en el plazo de 30 dias de la firma de la orden que se apelara. Exhibit 2 Domestic Mail C For delivery inforn .0 Certified Mail Fee O $ Extra Services & Fees (check box, add /ee as appropfafe) rq ❑ Retum Receipt (hadcoPy) $ C3 ❑ Return Receipt (electronic) $ n ❑ certified Mail Restncted DeRmy $ He ❑ Adult Signature ResuMed $ ❑ Adult SignaNre Restricted Deilvary $ C3Postage rr=1 Total Postage and Feesru $ C e ✓ J ru Se —. _.VP`' •''' u-------------------------- Exhibit 2 SENDER: COMPLETE THIS SECTION I COMPLETE THIS SECTION ON DELIVERY ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. A. Sign ur ■ Print your name and address on the reverse X Agent so that we can return the card to you. ✓ l' /I -mil ti� <{� C7 ddressee ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, B. Received by (Printed Name) C. 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Exhibit 2 1. Violation of City Code Chapter/Section: CH. 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification, IPMC CH. 3, Sections 304.1 General, 304.1.1 Unsafe conditions 2. Address and Parcel# where violation exists: NW 10th Street, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 3-15-37-35-0010-00420-0130 (33475) 3. Name and address of property owner or person in charge of location where violation exists: Epanoptix Inc, Antoinette McDonald, 7806 NW 40th Ct, Coral Springs, FL. 33065 4. Description of Violation: Overgrown weeds, grass, bushes or shrubs in need of being cut, trash yard debris or junk in need of being cleaned/removed and a structure in need of being repaired or demolished 5. Date violation must be corrected by: Jan 1, 2024 6. Date violation first observed on or about: Sep 22, 2023 Unless Respondent corrects the violation described herein by the date set forth above AND contacts the undersigned Code Inspector to verify compliance, with the Okeechobee City Code Section(s) cited herein, you are hereby called upon to take notice that a Hearing will be held in this cause before the City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Magistrate on the 9th day January, 2024 at 6:00 P.M., located at 55 SE 3rd Ave Okeechobee City Hall, Okeechobee Florida 34974 in Council Chambers. The Magistrate will receive testimony and evidence at said Hearing and shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law as are supported by the evidence and testimony, and shall make an order thereupon. You are entitled to be represented by counsel, present evidence, and present testimony. Please be advised that any evidence presented to the Magistrate for his consideration will be retained by Code Compliance Department. If you fail to appear at the hearing the Magistrate may enter an Order of Violation, & impose a fine in your absence. Christina Curl Code Enforcement Officer Any Person desiring to appeal any decision of the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate with respect to any matter considered at this hearing will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made and that the record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal will be based. Code Enforcement Magistrate tapes are for the sole purpose of back up for the official records of the Code Enforcement Department. In Accordance with Fla. Statute 162.11(2005), an aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative order to the circuit court. Such an appeal shall be filed within 30 days of the execution of the order to be appealed. De acuerdo con la seccion 162.11 de los estatutos de la Florida, un partido que no esta en acuerdo puede apelar una orden administrativa final a la tribunal de circuito . Tal apelacion sera archivada en el plazo de 30 dias de la firma de la orden que se apelara. Exhibit 2 ■ Domestic Mai! C _■ a■ For delivery intorrr C� __ -n Certified Mail Fee Extra Services & Fees (check box ads ❑ Return Recalpt (hardcapyl $ 0 ❑ Return Receipt (electmnic) $ [� ❑Centfied Mall Restricted Delivery $ (� ❑ Adult Signature Required $ ❑ Adult Signature Restricted Delivery $ Q Postage lti $ Total Postage and Fees R1 5 ru ° Exhibit 2 i SECTIONSENDER: COMPLETE THIS ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. ■ Print your name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to you. ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, or on the front if space permits. Epanoptix Inc. Antoinette McDonald 7806 N" / 40th Ct. Coral ngs, FL. 33065 A. Signature X B. Received by (Printed Name) ❑ Agent C. Date of Delivery idress different from item 1? ❑ Yes delivery address below: [i No 3. 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