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MUNICIPAL CODE ENfORCEMENT BOARD
Agenda
Meeting of June 26, 1991, 3:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Action
(At the time a case is heard and date set for compliance the Board shall, at the same
time, set the fee to be assessed in case of non-compliance.)
Public Nuisance Clearing List 91-06-2
- Case No. 1
- Case No. 2
- Case No. 3
Case No. 27-91
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Case No. 37-91
Case 91-4-1 #1
OTHER BOARD ACTION
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Robert Cooper
600 Pennsylvania Avo aka
Pine Crest Sub, Blk II, Lots 3-5, 8&9
Michael J. Bobowski
3265 pine Huy~q Or aka
Countryside let 5, Lot 66
New York Guardian Mtg. Corp.
501-503 North Saturn Ave aka
Drew Terrace Sub, Lot 17
Dalip Tzekas
2129 Drew St.
(Land Development Code)
Continued from 5/8/91
Lokey Oldsmobile lnc
Paul B Lokey, Pres
2355 Gulf to Bay Blvd
(Land Development Code)
Continued from 6/12/91 .
Church of Scientology
Flag Svcs. Org., Inc.
1024 Cleveland Street
(Fire Code) Complied Prior
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Evelyn H. Leahan, Tre
vacant lot about 1122 Sunset pt Rd
aka Sunset pt Replat. Lot 28
Affidavit of Compliance
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Comply within 10 days
(7/6/91) ,
Comply within 10 days
(7/6/91 )
Comply within 10 days
(7/6/91 )
Continued to 8/14/91
Continued to 7/10/91
Withdrawn
Accepted Affidavit
Board members requested a
letter of appreciation be sent
to Don Winner's family
acknowledging Mr. Winner's
contributions to the Code
Enforcement Board
3:30 p.m.
6/26/91
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PUBLIC NUISANCE CLEARING LIST 91/6/2; 06/26/91
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600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Clearwater, Florida. Lots 3,4,5,8
and 9, Block 11, Pine Crest Sub., Parcel # 10-29-15-69138-011-
0050 and 10-29-15-69138-011-0030. OWned by: Robert Cooper,
President, Pennsylvania Holdings Inc., 600 Pennsylvania
Avenue, Clearwater, Florida, 34615.
3265 Pine Haven Drive, Lot 66, Countryside Tract 5, Parcel #
19-20-16-10634-000-0660. OWned by: BObowski, Michael J.,
P.O. Box 5632, Clearwater, Florida 34618.
501-503 North Saturn Avenue, Drew Terrace Sub., Lot 17, entire
lot. Owned by: New York Guardian Mortgage Corp. I c/o Bowest,
P.O. Box 85101, San Diego, California 92138.
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MUNICIPAL conE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
,June 26, 1991
Members present:
William Murray, Chairman
Bruce Cardinal, Vice-Chairman
Robert Aude
D. Wayne Wyatt
LOlJ he C I R il uy
Absent:
William Zinzow (excused)
7th Seat - New ffiRmber 6/20/91
Also present:
Miles Lance, Assistant City Attorney
Andy Salzman, Attorney for the Board
Cynthia E. Goudeau, Secretary for the Board
In order to provide continuity for research, the items will be listed in agenda
order although not necessarily discussed in that order.
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 3:00 p.IO. in the Commission
Meeting Room in City Ha1l. He outlined the procedures and advised any aggrieved
party may appeal a final administrative order of the Municipal Code Enforcement
Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County. Any such appeal must be filed within
th i rty (30) days of the execut i on of the order to be appea 1 ed. He noted that
Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this Board to
have a record of the proceedings to support such an appeal.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Nuisance ClearinQ List 91-6-2
- Case No. 1
Robert Cooper
600 Pennsylvania Ave aka Pine Crest Sub, 8lk II, Lots 3-5, 8&9
No one was present to represent the violator.
Rick Rosa, Code Inspector, stated he first inspected the property November 16,
1990 and noted an accumulation of debris. He verified ownership through the
Pinellas County tax rolls; and on May 28, 1991 he posted and photographed the
property and sent notice to Mr. Cooper certified mail. The Inspector stated he
reinspected the property this morning and the violation still ex.ists. City
submitted composite exhibit A ~ a copy of the file of record including the notice
and photographs of the property.
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In response to questions, Mr. Rosa stated City records do not show this to be
a repeat violator. He stated the violator is licensed for roofing construction.
He stated the debris consists of inoperable machinery, scrap materials, tires,
radiators and two by fours. He stated the lnaterials that are stacked neatly are not
included as debris. He stated another inspector did speak to someone at the
corporation and to their lawyer. The lawyer explained to them what they needed to
do to comply. He stated the property covers about half a block. In response to
questions, Mr. Rosa stated the property is zoned neighborhood or general commercial.
He stated the certified notice was returned unclaimed, but they do know about the
violation and the hearing. He stated whether or not the property is commercial,
they are still in violation.
In response to questions, Mr. Rosa stated a complaint was received regarding
a mattress being a fire hazard. He stated some of the junk has not been used in
years. He stated the debris he is concerned about is specifically noted on the
notice. He stated the City hires a contractor to clear the property. The contract
specifications would detai'! what needs to be cleared and removed, including possible
hazardous materials.
Mr. Aude moved that concerning Case No.1 of Public Nuisance Clearing List
91~6-2 regarding violation of Section 95.04 of the Clearwater City Code on property
located at 600 Pennsylvania Avenue aka Lots 3~5, 8 & 9, Blk II, Pine Crest Sub., the
Municipal Code Enforcement Doard has heard testimony at the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board hearing held the 26th day of June, 1991, and based on the
evidence, the Municipal Code Enforcement Board enters the following Findings of
Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order.
The Findings of fact are: after hearing testimollY of Rick Rosa, Code
Inspector, and viewing the evidence, exhibits submitted: City composite exhibit A -
a copy of the file of record including the legal notice and photographs of the
property, it is evident that there exists the excessive accumulation of debris at
the above address.
The Conclusions of Law are: Robert Cooper is in violation of Section 95.04.
It is the Order of this Board that Robert Cooper shall com~ly with Section
95.04 of the Code of the City of Clearwater within 10 days (7/6/91). Upon failure
to comply within the time specified, the City Manager may authorize the entry upon
the property and such act i on as is neces sary to remedy the cond i t i on, without
further notice to Robert Cooper. The City COlnmission may then adopt a Resolution
assessing against the property on which remedial action was taken by the City the
actual cost incurred plus $150.00 administrative cost. Such cost shall constitute
a lien against the property until paid. A Notice of Lien, in such form as the City
Comm; ss ion s hall determi ne, may be recorded in the Pub 1 i c Ilecords of Pine 11 as
County, Florida as other liens are recorded. If the owner takes remedial action
after the time specified, the City Commission may assess the property the $150.00
administrative cost. Such cost shall constitute a lien against the property until
paid. Upon complying, Robert Cooper shall notify Rick RosQ, the City Official who
shall inspect the property and notify the Board of compliance. Should a dispute
arise concerning compliance, either party may request a further hearing before the
Board. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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- Case No. 2
Michaei J. Bobowski
3265 Pine Haven Dr aka Countryside Tct 5. Lot 66
No one was present to represent the violator.
Rick Rosa, Code Inspector, stated he first inspected the property May 23, 1991
which was overgrown. Ownership was verified through the Pinellas County tax rolls.
The property was posted and photographed May 28th, and the notice was sent certified
mail at that time. The notice was returned unclaimed. He reinspected the property
this morning and the violation still exists. City submitted composite exhibit A -
a copy of the file of record including a copy of the notice and a photograph of the
property.
In response to questions, Mr. Rosa stated the house is vacant and there has
been no contact with the owner. The only mailing address on record is the post
office box to which he sent the notice. He stated he did not send notice to the
forwarding address Moted on the returned mail.
A question was raised regarding sufficient notice to the violator, and the
Attorney for the Board stated the posted notice and attempted notification at the
last know address was sufficient.
Mr. Aude moved that concerning Case No.2 of Public Nuisance Clearing List
91-6-2 regarding violation of Section 95.04 of the Clearwater City Code on property
located at 3265 Pine Haven Dr aka Countryside Tract 5, Lot 66, the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board has heard testimony at the Municipal Code Enforcement Board
hearing held the 26th day of June, 1991, and based on the evidence, the Municipal
Code Enforcement Board enters the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law,
and Order.
The Findings of Fact are: after hearing testimony of Rick Rosa, Code
Inspector, and viewing the evidence, exhibits submitted: City composite exhibit A-
a copy of the file of record including the legal notice and a photograph of the
property, it is evident that there exists the excessive growth or accumulation of
weeds, undergrowth or other s imi 1 ar plant mater i a 1 s at the above referenced address.
The Conclusions of Law are: Michael J. Bobowski is in violation of Section
95.04.
It is the Order of this Board that Michael J. Bobowsk i shall camp ly with
Section 95.04 of the Code of the City af Clearwater within 10 days (7/6/91). Upon
failure to comply within the time specified, the City Manager may authorize the
entry upon the property and such action as is necessary to remedy the condition,
without further notice to Michael J. Bobowski. The City Commission may then adopt
a Resolution assessing against the property on which remedial action was taken by
the City the actual cost incurred plus $150.00 administrat1ve cost. Such cost shall
constitute a lie~ against the property until paid. A Notice of Lien, in such form
as the City Commission shall determine, may be recorded in the Public Records of
Pinellas County, Florida as other liens are recorded. If the owner takes remedial
action after the time specified. the City Commission may assess the property the
$150.00 administrative cost. Such cost shall constitute a lien against the property
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until paid. Upon complying, Michael J. Bobowski shall notify Rick Rosa, the City
Official who shall inspect the property and notify the Board of compliance. Should
a dispute arise concerning compliance, either party may request a further hearing
before the Board. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
- Case No. 3
New York Guardian Mtg. Corp.
501-503 North Saturn Ave aka Drew Terrace Sub, Lot 17
No one was present to represent the violator.
Rick Rosa, Code Inspector, stated a complaint regarding excessive growth and
weeds was received and he inspected the property May 30, 1991. Property ownership
was verified and notice was sent certified mail; the signed receipt was returned.
The property was posted and photographed June 5, 1991. The property was reinspected
this morning and the violation still exists. City submitted composite exhibit A -
a copy of the file of record including the legal notice and a photograph of the
property.
Mr. Aude moved that concerning Case No.3 of Public Nuisance Clearing List
91-6-2 regarding violation of Section 95.04 of the Clearwater City Code on property
located at 501-503 N Saturn Ave aka Drew Terrace Sub, Lot 17, the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board has heard testimony at the Municipal Code Enforcement Board
hearing held the 26th day of June, 1991, and based on the evidence, the Municipal
Code Enforcement Board enters the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of law.
and Order.
The Findings of Fact are: after hearing testimony of Rick Rosa, Code
Inspector, and viewing the evidence, exhibits submitted: City composite exhibit A -
a copy of the file of record including the legal notice and a photograph of the
property, it is evident that there exists the excessive growth or accumulation of
weeds, undergrowth or other similar plant materials at the above address referenced
address.
The Conclusions of Law are: New York Guardian Mortgage Corp. is in violation
of Section 95.04.
It is the Order of this Board that New York Guardian Mortgage Corp. shall
comply with Section 95.04 of the Code of the City of Clenrwater within 10 days
(7/6/91). Upon failure to comply within the time specified, the City Manager may
authorize the entry upon the property and such action as is necessary to remedy the
condition, without further notice to New York Guardian Mortgage Corp. The City
Commission may then adopt a Resolution assessing against the property on which
remedial action was taken by the City the actual cost incurred plus $150.00
administrative cost. Such cost shall constitute a lien against the property until
paid. A Notice of Lien, in such form as the City Commission shall determine, may
be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas County, Florida as other liens are
recorded. If the owner takes remedial action after the time specified, the City
Commission may assess the property the $150.00 administrative cost. Such cost shall
constitute alien against the property until paid. Upon complying, New York
Guardian Mortgage Corp. shall notify Rick Rosa, the City Official who shall inspect
the property and notify the Board of compliance. Should a dispute arise concerning
compliance, either party may request a further hearing before the Board. The motion
was duly seconded and cnrt'ied unanimously.
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Dalip Tzekas
2129 Drew St.
(Land Development Code) Continued from 5/8/91
Rick Rosa, Code Inspector, requested this case be continued to the August 14
meeting due to a continuance of a variance application.
Case No. 27-91
Mr. Cardinal moved to continue Case No. 27-91 to the meeting of August 14,
1991 as requested by the Inspector. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Lokey Oldsmobile Inc/Paul B Lokey, Pres
2355 Gulf to Bay Blvd
(Land Development Code) Continued from 6/12/91
Rick Rosa I Code Inspector, requestod this case be continued to the.: Ilext
regularly scheduled meeting stating plans have been submitted to the City for
review.
Case No. 35-91
Mr. Wyatt moved to continue Case No. 35-91 to the meeting of July 10, 1991 as
requested by the Inspector. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Mr. Aude abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest.
Church of Scientology Flag Svcs. Org., Inc.
1024 Cleveland Street
(Fire Code) Complied Prior
Mr. Cardinal moved to withdraw Case No. 37-91 as compliance has been obtained.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Case No. 31-91
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Evelyn H. Leahon, Tre
vacant lot about 1122 Sunset pt Rd aka Sunset Pt Replat, Lot 28
Affidavit of Compliance
Mr. Cardinal moved to accept the Affidavit of Compliance in Case 91-4-1 HI.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Case 91-4-1 #1
OTHER BOARD ^CTION
Mr. Aude stated Don Winner, who passed away last month, had served on the
Boardj and he requested the Board officially acknowledge his contributions.
Consensus was to send a letter of appreciation to the family.
The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
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