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2024-02-13 VI. C. EX.4Exhibit 4 VI. C. Exhibit #4 Case #240109004 1012 Parrott LLC Exhibit 4 Code Enforcement Hearing February 13, 2024 Case Number, Name and Address: Case #240109004, 1012 Parrott LLC, 1012 S Parrott Ave. Code Section Violated I Description of Violation Chapter 54, Section 54-81 Use as a residence I Using multiple recreational vehicles as residences. Photos: See attached Is respondent a Repeat Violator? No Summary: • Respondent was first notified on November 2, 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 November 13, 2023 The property owner came into the office and spoke with Code Officer Smith and advised that he was going to get the property into compliance. He asked if he could have more time to get the people living the RV a place. He also stated that he was going to email his contact information and that he would keep the office updated with progress. January 8, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; non -compliant, one RV has been removed from the property, however one remains. It has power hooked up to it, sewage lines running from it and there is a makeshift sidewalk in front of the trailer. Photos in file. January 10, 2024 SOV/NOH, photos and a copy of the city ordinance mailed via USPS J Bonet January certified return receipt for the February 13th Hearing. 13, 2024. January 29, 2024 The property owner came by and advised Code Officer Smith that the last RV on the property had been sold and would be removed from the property tomorrow. I advised him that I would inspect the property on Wednesday the 31 st for compliance. January 31, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; in compliance, all the RV's have been removed off the property. Photos in file. Case Closed. February 7, 2024 Compliance Letter mailed out via USPS regular mail. City Recommendation: 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 54-81 Use as a residence from November 2, 2023, until the property came into compliance on January 31, 2024, no lien/order was recorded, no fine accrued. Chronology attached Page 1 of 1 Exhibit 4 Case #240109004, 1012 Parrott LLC Date Event/Document November 1, 2023 Property owner: 1012 Parrott LLC Property address: 1012 S. Parrott Ave. Okeechobee Mailing address: 2336 SE Ocean Blvd. #333 Stuart, FL 34996-3310 Parcel ID: 3-21-37-35-0040-00070-0040 (34804) Legal Description: Lots 4 to 6 and Lots 10 to 12 of Block 7; less the West 15 feet of Lots 10, 11, and 12, Plat Book 1, Page 12 & Plat Book 5, Page 7, Okeechobee County public records. Natlie Taylor 1108 SW 2"d Ave. Okeechobee, (863-801-6668), called in a compliant on above mention property that they had people living in RVs behind the motel. Code Officer Smith and Curl observed the above -mentioned property to be in violation of Chapter 54 Section, 54-81 Use as a residence: using recreational vehicles as residence. Photos in the file. November 2, 2023 Courtesy Card, photos, and city ordinances mailed via USPS regular mail, giving the property owner 14 days to correct the violation. November 13, 2023 The property owner came into the office and spoke with Code Officer Smith and advised that he was going to get the property into compliance. He asked if he could have more time to get the people living the RV a place. He also stated that he was going to email his contact information and that he would keep the office updated with progress. January 8, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; non -compliant, one RV has been removed from the property, however one remains. It has power hooked up to it, sewage lines running from it and there is a makeshift sidewalk in front of the trailer. Photos in file. January 10, 2024 SOV/NOH, photos and a copy of the city ordinance mailed via LISPS certified return receipt for the February 131h Hearing. Received by J Bonet on January 13, 2024. January 29, 2024 The property owner came by and advised Code Officer Smith that the last RV on the property had been sold and would be removed from the property tomorrow. I advised him that I would inspect the property on Wednesday the 31 st for compliance. January 31, 2024 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; in compliance, all the RV's have been removed off the property. Photos in file. Case Closed. February 7, 2024 Compliance Letter mailed out via LISPS regular mail. Page 1 of 1 Exhibit 4 SW 1OTH ST `� t MW JL goof . EL Mdw . i 7 ,.. r l Ai~, J Wi I Wilk 4 0 87 134 201 268 335 402 469 5313 603 670 ft Okeechobee County Property Appraiser Mickey L. Bandi, CFA I Okeechobee, Florida 1 863-763-4422 PARCEL; 3-21-37-35-0040-00070-0040 (34804) 1 HOTELS/MOTELS (3900) 1 0.98AC NOTES: SOUTH OKEECHOBEE (PLAT BOOK 1 PAGE 12 & PLAT BOOK 5 PAGE 7) LOTS 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 AND 12 OF BLOCK 7; LESS THE WEST 15 FEET OF LOTS 10. 11 AND 12. ALSO 1012 PARROTT LLC 2023 Certified Values Owner: 2336 SE OCEAN BLVD #333 Mkt Lnd $303,525 Appraised $463,058 STUART, FL 34996-3310 Ag Lnd $0 Assessed $463,058 N Site: 1012 S PARROTT AVE OKEECHOBEE Bldg $147,355 Exempt $0 Sales 6/27f2016 Stop 1(u) 2/tsl2ots $136,000 I(u) XFOB $12,178 county:$395,534 Info 2/2012001 $275.000 1 (Q) Just $463,058 Total city:$395,534 Taxable other:$395,534 school:$463,058 Okeechobee County, FL The information presented on this website was derived from data which was compiled by the Okeechobee County Property Appraiser Office solely for the governmental purpose of property assessment. This information should not be relied upon by anyone as a determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the accuracy of the data herein, it's use, or it's interpretation. This website was last updated: 10/26/2023 and may not reflect 'he data currently on file at our office. GrizzlyLogic.cont Exhibit 4 0 -,AM A per • � , I'iiilt �. > ;r AV uua ' • 47-7 7- -- -^..* i r _ ;Y.rrI ..:y - 'T""". ' + 1 1 / 01 / 2023 L4 ' 19 "�.�'..�rci.. a--�� ���..'.^A'�a�..�.�'x;"z...."5'.''Sit.:ly as�t.a�cc:: - .�^�.•�` •s.. .... a.3'�.�r, - - -,� _ _ , :; ��,...de.. Exhibit 4 Date: Dear Property Owner, This is a courtesy card requesting your assistance in alleviating the following code violation(s) at the above address. The following violation(s) exist: 0 Overgrown Weeds, Grass, Bushes or Shrubs 0 Trash, Yard Debris or Junk 0 Inoperable, Abandoned or Unlicensed Vehicle 0 International Property Maintenance Code Ch 0 Other 0 Unauthorized Signs, Flags or Banners 0 Operating a Business Without Required License 0 Pool Violation Sec Please contact our office at (863) 763-9795 within days of receipt of this card and let us know when violation(s) will be corrected. We appreciate your cooperation. 1111111LF-z" -. 1. - I ik MI Exhibit 4 Exhibit 4 eaNce Exhibit 4 ,�City OkeethOtxe CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA Petitioner, vs Respondent, 1012 Parrott LLC City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement 50 SE 2nd Ave Okeechobee Florida 34974 863-763-9795 Phone 863-763-7804 FAX Date January 10, 2024 CASE NO. 240109004 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: Chapter 54, Section 54-81 2. Address and Parcel# where violation exists:1012 S. Parrott Ave. Okeechobee 3-21-37-35-0040-00070-0040 (34804) Name and address of property owner or person in charge of location where violation exists: 1012 Parrott LLC, 2336 SE Ocean Blvd. #333 Stuart, FL 34996-3310 Description of Violation: Using recreational vehicles as residence. 5. Date violation must be corrected by: Feb 6, 2024 6. Date violation first observed on or about: Nov 1, 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 13th day February. 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. Anthony Smith 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 section 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 4 U.S. Postal Service'" CERTIFIED MAIL° RECEIPT Domestic Mail Only r- M r ru M M 0 M ru N ru O r- ■ 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. 1. Article Addressed to: 101-2-Parrott LLC 2336_SE Ocean Blvd. #333 Y- St FL 34996-3310 Exhibit 4 ©Agent __ ❑ Addre eca bed 4y (Panted Name); C: Date Pf Dell i Is delverv-address different from item 1? u Yes delivery address below: 0 No �1 ❑ Mail Express® ❑ Adult Signature U Registered Mail*'^ II "1'I') I'll III 111111111111111111111111111111 ❑ Adult Signature Restricted Delivery t Registered O Registered Mall Restricted 9590 9402 8118 2349 5924 39 Ul certified Mail® ❑ Certified Mail Restricted Delivery Delivery S3 Signature Confirmationym ❑ Collect on Delivery ❑ Signature Confirmation 2. Article Number (71ransfer from service label) ❑Collect on Delivery Restricted Delivery Restricted Delivery 7022 2 410 0002 7643 7676 ndail Agall Restricted Delivery PS Fort 3811, July 2020 PSN 7530-02-000-9053 Domestic Return Receipt Exhibit 4 r _ t; U oo � Q�UD fJ��'�U 7'7 r17, R- � Exhibit 4 Exhibit 4 City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement 50 SE 2nd Ave. Okeechobee, Florida 34974 (863)763-9795 February 7, 2024 1012 Parrott LLC 2336 SE Ocean Blvd. #333 Stuart, FL 34996-3310 Re: 1012 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL. Case # 240109004 Dear 1012 Parrott LLC: On behalf of the City of Okeechobee, we extend our appreciation and sincerest Thank You, for your efforts to bring the above listed property into compliance with City Ordinances with the removal of the RV's being used as residences from the property. The city has a responsibility to assure that the ordinances enacted for the protection of Fife and property and for the general appearance of the city are followed by property owners in accordance with the desires of the residents of the community. Your continuing efforts, in maintaining your property are important to the City of Okeechobee, your neighbors and fellow citizens. If we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us and we can discuss the matter. Again, Thank You for your cooperation, understanding and efforts in assisting with the beautification of the city. Respectfully, .A 5MZ6. Anthony Smith City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Officer 863-763-9795 asmith@cityofokeechobee.com Exhibit 5 VII. A. Exhibit #5 Case #221221016 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan Exhibit 5 Code Enforcement Hearing February 13, 2024 Case Number. Name and Address: Case #221221016, 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC, NW 11th St. Code Section Violated I Description of Violation Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 Overgrown weeds, grass, bushes, shrubs, or trees. General cleaning and beautification Photos: See attached Is respondent a Repeat Violator? No Summary: • The City communicated with the respondent on the below occasion(s). Date of notice Type of notice Received Date by received/ returned January 9, 2024 The case was presented to the Special Magistrate, the city recommended in accordance with Ordinance No. 1274 a fine reduction of 50%, plus a $50.00 administrative fee, reducing the fine from $8,300.00 to $4,150.00 plus the $50.00 administrative fee, totaling $4,200.00. The case was deferred until the next hearing to allow the property owner an opportunity to speak with Code Enforcement about lowering the fine and to work out a payment arrangement. January 10, 2024 Received an email from Betty Khan requesting that the fine be reduced from 50% to 20%. January 11, 2024 Code Officer Curl emailed Mrs. Khan to advise her that the City stands behind its recommendation of 50%, however a 12-month payment plan of $350.00 per month was offered. SOV/NOH emailed to Mrs. Khan for the February 13, 2024 Hearing. January 12, 2024 Received an email from Mrs. Khan asking for the necessary paperwork for the payment plan. She was advised that once the Magistrate makes the final ruling that we would have her sign a payment plan agreement. City Recommendation: The City recommends in accordance with Ordinance No. 1274 a fine reduction of 50% plus a $50.00 administrative fee, reducing the fine from $8,300.00 to $4,150.00 plus the $50.00 administrative fee, totaling $4,200.00. A payment plain of $350.00 is due by the 15th of each month until the lien balance is paid in full. Chronology attached Page 1 of 1 Exhibit 5 Case #221221016; 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC, NW 11` St Date Event/Document November 19, 2022 Property owner: 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan Site address: NW 111h St, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 Mailing address: 12255 Orange Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL. 33412-1417 Parcel ID: 3-15-37-35-0010-00300-0070 (33385) Legal: City of Okeechobee (Plat Book 1, Page 10 and Plat Book 5, Page 5) Lots 7,8,9,10 & 11 of Block 30 Code Officer Curl observed the above -mentioned property to be in violation of the City Code of Ordinances Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification for having overgrown weeds, grass, bushes, shrubs, or trees. November 22, 2022 Courtesy Card, photos and city ordinances mailed via USPS regular mail, given 14-days to correct violations. December21, 2022 Code Officer Curl inspected the property, still non -compliant, no violations have been corrected. Photos in file. December 21, 2022 SOV/NOH, photos and ordinances mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the February 14, 2023 Hearing. Returned unclaimed, unable to forward on February 14, 2023. January 17, 2022 Code Officer Smith inspected the property: still non -compliant, no violations have been addressed, photos in file. January 26, 2023 Code Officer Smith posted the property and the public notices board at City Hall. Photos in the file. February 6, 2023 Code Officer Smith & Curl inspected the property: still non -compliant, no violations have been addressed, photos in file. February 14, 2023 Case presented to the Special Magistrate, found in violation of Chapter 30, Sections 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, unless the property owner brings the property into compliance on or before that date, plus an on -time administrative fee of $50.00 imposed. Fine accrual will begin on March 7, 2023. February 14, 2023 Lien/Order prepared and signed by the Special Magistrate. February 15, 2023 Lien/Order mailed via USPS certified return receipt. February 15, 2023 Code Officer Smith posted the property and the public notices board at City Hall with the lien/order March 7, 2023 Code Officer Smith inspected the property: still non -compliant, property owner has not attempted to correct the violations. Photos in file. Page 1 of 3 Exhibit 5 Case #221221016; 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC, NW 11 t" St Date Event/Document March 7, 2023 Lien/Order recorded at the Okeechobee County Clerk of Court, File #2023002753, Page(s):1. Recorded Lien/Order mailed via USPS certified return receipt. Returned on March 22, 2023, unclaimed unable to forward. June 14, 2023 Code Officer Smith inspected the property; still non -compliant, has not addressed any of the violations. Photos in file. July 21, 2023 Code Officer Curl inspected the property, still non -compliant, none of the violations have been addressed. Photos in file. July 26, 2023 90-Day Letter and copy of recorded lien/order mailed via USPS certified return receipt and regular mail. Received non -certified letter. Certified letter returned on September 18, 2023. August 2, 2023 Code Officer Curl received a call from Betty Khan, 561-255-0776, bettym11418(a-)_yahoo.com, she stated that she received the 90-Day Letter and wanted to know how this came about because she was not aware of this and that it is absurd that vacant property has to be maintained. She was advised that this case was started on November 19, 2022 and a Courtesy Card was sent that was not returned, however every piece of mail that was sent to her certified was returned unclaimed, therefore the property was posted with all the proper notices. She stated that she has never seen the posts as she lives in Palm Beach and does not come to the property. She was advised that even though she lives in a different county it is her duty as a property owner to check and maintain any property that she owns. She requested a hearing with the Special Magistrate, she was advised that in order for the case to go back before the Magistrate she would need to bring the property into compliance and then submit an application for a fine reduction. She requested a copy of the city ordinances be emailed to her stating that a vacant lot has to be maintained. Email sent to Ms. Khan. August 14, 2023 Received an email from Betty Khan advising that she found a company to clear the property and it should be completed by August 25, 2023 and as soon as they are completed, she will let us know. August 21, 2023 Received an email from Betty Khan advising that the property was in compliance. August 21, 2023 Code Officer Smith inspected the property and found the property to be in compliance. Case Closed. Photos in file. Fine balance of $8,300.00 plus a $50.00 administrative fee due. August 21, 2023 Compliance Letter with fine total, Lien/Order, and Fine Reduction Application emailed to Betty Khan. September 19, Received an email from Betty Khan stating that she didn't receive the application. Code Officer 2023 Curl sent an email with the Fine Reduction Application and Compliance Letter w/fine Total and mailed via USPS certified return receipt. Returned, attempted not known, unable to forward on October 31, 2023. September 25, Code Officer Curl received an email from Ms. Khan stating that she received the email that was 2023 sent on September 19, 2023 and will work on the fine reduction application immediately. Page 2 of 3 Exhibit 5 Case #221221016; 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC, NW 11th St Date Event/Document October 2, 2023 Code Officer Curl received several phone calls from Ms. Khan with questions pertaining to the fine reduction application. She stated that she would be mailing the application along with payment via USPS certified return receipt. October 10, 2023 Case presented to the Special Magistrate, and it was noted for the record that the property came into compliance on August 21, 2023, and there is an existing lien in the amount of $8,300.00 plus a $50.00 administrative fee. October 23, 2023 Completed Fine Reduction Application with fee received from the property owner, Betty Khan. Receipt #49787, paid by Check #5302276647. October 26, 2023 Code Officer Smith inspected the property and found the property to be non -compliant. The property is overgrown with weeds, grass, brushes, and shrubs. October 31, 2023 Code Officer Curl emailed the property owner Betty Khan to let her know that the fine reduction application was denied unless the property is brought into compliance within 14 days and a $35 reinspection fee paid within the 14 days. November 14, 2023 Property owner Betty Kahn came into the office and spoke with Code Officer Smith to advise that the property was compliant. She also brought in check for the reinspection fee Receipt #49790 / Check #5302387312. 1 advised her that I would inspect the property tomorrow. I also advised her what was the next step. November 15, 2023 Code Office Smith inspected the property, in compliance. Photos in file. SOV/NOH mailed via USPS certified return receipt for the January 9, 2024, Hearing. Returned, unclaimed, unable to forward on December 22, 2023. December 14, 2023 SOV/NOH was email to Betty Khan to advise her date & time and where the hearing will be held. She was also advised to attend so that she could present any evidence on her behalf. January 9, 2024 Case presented to the Special Magistrate, the city recommended in accordance with Ordinance No. 1274 a fine reduction of 50%, plus a $50.00 administrative fee, reducing the fine from $8,300.00 to $4,150.00 plus the $50.00 administrative fee, totaling $4,200.00. The case was deferred until the next hearing to allow the property owner an opportunity to speak with Code Enforcement about lowering the fine and to work out a payment arrangement. January 10, 2024 Received an email from Betty Khan requesting that the fine be reduced from 50% to 2006. January 11, 2024 Code Officer Curl emailed Mrs. Khan to advise her that the City stands behind its recommendation of 50%, however a 12-month payment plan of $350.00 per month was offered. SOV/NOH emailed to Mrs. Khan for the February 13, 2024 Hearing. January 12, 2024 Received an email from Mrs. Khan asking for the necessary paperwork for the payment plan. She was advised that once the Magistrate makes the final ruling that we would have her sign a payment plan agreement. Page 3 of 3 Exhibit 5 I. Property Information 1. Property Location: A) Vj //A Q K �GKl7�' !' 1 3 `{ 11 7.a 2. Parcel Number: 3 - /S - 3 7 - 5 _ 4'0 ID - CT 00 - &C 70 All properties within the city are assigned parcel numbers. Parcel numbers can be obtained at h up:li ww w.okcechobeepa_a;,i � ; . 3. Code Compliance Case Number: -jo-- O,p aai Q / 6 4. Code Enforcement Violation(s); /a rW 6 o3D�9z 30 43 RtJAc r o —Scwa.P� 6&q" Please specify the sections of the city's co a of ordinances that the magistrate found the property to be violation of. This can be found on the Lien/Order. 5. Fine imposed: --J • � lot � ,I rrk`t F--e-_ 6. How long did ittake f the property to be brought into compliance with the city's code of ordinances? This is measured from the date in which the city issued its Notice of Code Violation until the date in which the city determined that the property was in full compliance. 7. Does the property have any expired permits or liens imposed on it? If yes, please list the permit numbers and/or the information regarding the liens. 4T3SV- 8. Is the property subject to a foreclosure proceeding? If yes, please list the case number. 9. Did the Applicant or Owner purchase this property in a foreclosure sale? /IJ 0 10. Does the property have a contract for sale pending? N o 11. Is this pending sale a short sale? If yes, approval from the mortgagor must be enclosed. 12. Was this property purchased after the fine was imposed? If so, please attach a copy of the Title Insurance Policy. Exhibit 5 II. Applicant Information 13. Applicant Name: 0e4ri., K�Mm 14. Owner(s) Name (if different from the Applicant): —zj 15. Relationship of the Applicant to the Owner (if applicable): Se. 16. Applicant's Telephone Number: St ! a5"5'c�7 4 Cell Phone: �% i-a55- 0776 17. Applicant's e-mail: &B M lll+l r(�? ymAoo- Caw1 18. List the addresses of all properties, other than the one in which this fine reduction is being sought, owned by the Applicant and/or owner within the city: _ note 19. Please list each of the properties listed in number 10 hereinabove that are subject to code enforcement violations and/or Code Enforcement Lien/Orders, if any: 441'1JC 20. Please list in instance in which the Applicant and/or Owner has applied for a fine reduction from the city in the last five years. In answering this question, please list the property address, year of request and whether the request was granted. 1141A.. 21. Please state, with specificity, the actions taken by the owner to bring the property into full compliance with the city's Code of O dinances: 'q1W S &045 C16t- - v Exhibit 5 22. Please explain whether there were any exigent circumstances that were the underlying reasonfor untijgly compliance with the city's code of ordinan es. / W � i w _ /r 23 24. / ��/l id%11 a c�`� If not already listed above, lease state, with specificity, the reasons a fine reduction should 9 �t� be granted. / to" n o T auJctKe— . W6i q at-23 Does the Applicant and/or Owner ow-�,� e""ny outstanding balances? If so, please list them. Xe - 25. State the amount you are requesting the magistrate to reduce the fine: /D� '�cK . its STATE OF FI cl,, SS: COUNTY OF C I• ) Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before ahysical presence or ❑online notarization me this j :i day of ; 202 by 4-+�� who is ❑ personally known to me or 0 provided the following identification: Notary�Public - State of o f ,��WVpGb1 ONYPUIC NOTARY PUBLIC : commiss)or� tale bt Fb6da State of j�. ; ::>>- at Large MYwrmr.ex ' HH346ggg My Commission Expires D+�'es Exhibit 5 City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement 50 SE 2nd Ave. Okeechobee, Florida 34974 (863)763-9795 August 21, 2023 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan 12255 Orange Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL. 33412-1417 Re: NW 1111 St, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 Case #221221016 Dear Betty Khan: On behalf of the City of Okeechobee, we extend our appreciation and sincerest Thank -You, for your efforts to bring the above -mentioned property into compliance with City Ordinances with the removal of overgrown weeds, grass, bushes, shrubs or trE!es from your property. The city has a responsibility to ensure that the ordinances enacted for the protection of life and property and for the general appearance of the city are followed by property owners in accordance with the desires of the residents of the community. Your continuing efforts, in maintaining your property are important to the City of Okeechobee, your neighbors and fellow citizens. The above -mentioned property has a Code Enforcement Lien with a fine balance of $8,350.00 including the $50.00 administrative fee. Please contact our office immediately to make arrangements to pay this fine. Failure to pay this fine will result in the lien on real and personal property to remain pursuant to Florida Statute; Chapter 162 and could result in a foreclosure action being filed against the above -mentioned property. If we can be of any assistance, please do not matter. Again, Thank You for your cooperation, beautification of the city. Sincerely, r=zld Christina Curl City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Officer 863-763-9795 ccurl@cityofokeechobee.com Enclosure: Lien/Order Fine Reduction Application hesitate to contact us and we can discuss the understanding and efforts in assisting with the ?repared By/Return To: City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Depanment 50 Southeast 2nd Avenue Okeechobee, Florida 34974 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, PETITIONER -vs- 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan, RESPONDENT �niaal Records File1*023002753 Page(s) 1 .'',ald 0 BrvarY Clerk or the Circuit Court & Comptroller Ckeectwbee. FL Recorded 3171= 3 Ti P'A Fes RECORDING 510.00 CODE: ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA CASE NO.221221016 LIEN I ORDER THIS CAUSE came before the Special Magistrate, City of Okeechobee, for public hearing on February 14, 2023, Afterdue notice to the respondent, the Special Magistrate having heard evidence on the alleged violation by witnesses or affidavit makes the following findings: FINDINGS OF FACT: Property Owner: 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC C/o Betty Khan Property Location: Northwest 11th Street, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 Legal Description: Lots 7,8,9,10, and 11 of Block 30, CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, Plat Book 1 and Plat Book 5, Page 10 and Page 5, public records of Okeechobee County, Florida Parcel: 3-15-37-35-0010-00300-0070 (33385) CONCLUSIONS OF LAW: The owner of the property described above has been found in violation of the following sections of the City Code of Ordinances, Code Section Violated _ Public— Descri tion of Violation Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Vacant lot with overgrown grass, weeds, bushes, nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning, shrubs, and trees and beautification ORDER: The City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Special Magistrate has determined you have violated City Code of Ordinances Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification, concerning your property located at Northwest 111h Street, Okeechobee, Florida. If you do not correct the violations by March 7, 2023, the Magistrate hereby imposes a fine of $50.00 per day, including a one-time administrative fee of $50.00, commencing that date and continuing to accrue daily until the City verifies that the violations are corrected. Further, if you do not correct the violation by said date, a copy of this Order as a Claim of Lien, shall be recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Circuit Court, Okeechobee County, Florida, and once recorded, becomes a Lien on real and personal properi:y pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 162. You have the right to appeal this finding within thirty days, and order by Writ of Certiorari to the Circuit Court, Okeechobee County, Florida. If you correct the violation prior to the above date, it is your obligation to contact the Code Enforcement Officer to verify such compliance. ORDERED this 14th day of February, 2023. A EST: 9;, Christina Curl, Recording Secretary STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Roger Azcona, Esquire The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this lday of i �r,� , 202;_� by Roger Azcona and Christina Curl by means of r!i physical presence or 11 online notarization, who produced as -identification or, is personally known to me and who did take an oath. Signature of Notary-,-- aa i*:r ,rJ t,%: PubZc—t. of Flaw {� `�; Joanna L f.:7 Ccmmioslcm Fl:t 07C:7ta �',Z• � 12Jte12202,1 Exhibit 5 Exhibit 5 From: Betty Khan To: Christina Curl; Bic; Betty Khan Cc: Anthony Smith Subject: [EXTERNAL]Re: [EXTERNAL]221221016- 130 palm beach properties llc- thank you Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 12:31:01 PM Attachments: imaae001.ono Hello Christina / Anthony, Per our conversation yesterday- Would you kindly confirm that the payment plan needs to be signed on the 13th february 2024. Just wanted to have something for my records. Best Regards, Betty Khan Broker Associate RE/MAX Select Group 5080 PGA Blvd Palm Beach Gardens FI 33418 Email-Bettym 11418@yahoo.com www.Bettykhan.com 561-255-0776 On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 08:32:44 PM EST, Betty Khan <bettym11418@yahoo.com> wrote: Please send me the necessary paperwork for the payment plan. Best Regards, Betty Khan Broker Associate RE/MAX Select Group 5080 PGA Blvd Palm Beach Gardens FI 33418 Email-Bettym 11418@yahoo.com www.Bettykhan.com 561-255-0776 On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 04:03:31 PM AST, Christina Curl <ccurl@cityofokeechobee.com> wrote: Exhibit 5 Please see the below response that was sent on 1/11/24. Jyy.OF-OK Christina Curl O 1t Code Enforcement Officer City of Okeechobee 50 SE 2nd Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34974 Office: 863.763.9795, Fax: 863.763.7804 Under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your email address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing, Florida Statute 668.6076. CITY OF OKEECHOBEE ELECTRONIC DEVICE DISCLAIMER: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from local officials regarding city business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your correspondence via e-mail, text message, voice mail, etc., may therefore be subject to public disclosure. From: Christina Curl Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2024 3:49 PM To: Betty Khan <bettym11418@yahoo.com> Cc: Anthony Smith <asmith@cityofokeechobee.com> Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL]221221016- 130 palm beach properties Ilc Good afternoon Betty, The City stands behind its recommendation of 50% in accordance with Ordinance No. 1274, however we can offer a 12-month payment arrangement of $350.00 a month. Best regards, Christina `SyOF•OK y Christina Curl r Code Enforcement Officer City of Okeechobee 50 SE 2nd Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34974 Exhibit 5 Office: 863.763.9795, Fax: 863.763.7804 Under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your email address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing, Florida Statute 668.6076. CITY OF OKEECHOBEE ELECTRONIC DEVICE DISCLAIMER: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from local officials regarding city business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your correspondence via e-mail, text message, voice mail, etc., may therefore be subject to public disclosure. From: Betty Khan <beUm11418@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 12:58 PM To: Christina Curl <ccurl@cityofokeechobee.com>; B k <be�ym11418@yahoo.com>; B k <bettykhan79@gmail.com>; Anthony Smith <asmith@cityofokeechobee.com> Subject: [EXTERNAL]221221016- 130 palm beach properties Ilc Good Morning, Thank you both for a great job that you are doing for the city. In reference to the hearing yesterday with the special magistrate - and the recommendation proposed - I am kindly requesting that the fines be reduced from 50% to 20% of the amount due and the reasoning is that - 1. 1 have complied with correction immediately upon knowing about the situation regarding the property at 11th street. 2. 1 am committed to keeping the property in compliance. 3. 1 have secured a reputable landscape company to regularly maintain the property. 4. With the property being overgrown grass- Happily this was not a hazard to anyone, only beautification which I appreciate the city of Okeechobee for doing an amazing job. Again I want to say that i appreciate you both and I thank you for your attention to this matter. Exhibit 5 Have a blessed day. PS- on a different note- if easily accessible to you- Would you kindly send me a copy of the registered mail that was sent to me. I just want to make sure I dont miss any mail from you/ city of okeechobee in the future. Thanks again. And I am awaiting positive reply regarding my fair request. Best Regards, Betty Khan Broker Associate RE/MAX Select Group 5080 PGA Blvd Palm Beach Gardens FI 33418 Email-Bettym11418 yahoo com www.Bettykhan.com 561-255-0776 ���� ,�F Exhibit 5 MAW•°•° City of Okeechobee Code Enforcement 50 SE 2nd Ave Okeechobee Florida 34974 CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA Petitioner, vs 863-763-9795 Phone 863-763-7804 FAX Date January 11, 2024 Respondent, CASE NO. 221221016 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan 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:Chapter 30, Sections 30-43 Public nuisances, 30-44 General cleaning and beautification 2. Address and Parcel# where violation exists: NW 11 th Street, Okeechobee, FL. 34972 3-15-37-35-0010-00300-0070 (33385) 3. Name and address of property owner or person in charge of location where violation exists: 130 Palm Beach Properties LLC c/o Betty Khan 4. Description of Violation: Overgrown grass, bushes, shrubs, or trees in need of being cut 5. Date violation corrected: Nov 15, 2023 6. Date violation first observed on or about: Nov 19, 2022 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 13th day February. 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. CAZL t !.1ZCL Ci a"1 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.