01/28/2026 Municipal Code Enforcement Board Meeting Minutes January 28, 2026
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
1 :30 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
Municipal Code Enforcement Board
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Rollcall
Present - Board Member Greg Brown, Board Member Dean Strickland, Board
Member Robert Kenne, Board Member Pam Ryan-Anderson, and
Board Member Raymond Plumb
Absent 1- Board Member C. Daniel Engel
Also Present—Andy Salzman —Attorney for the Board, Jerrod Simpson —Assistant
City Attorney, and Nicole Sprague — Secretary to the Board
1. Call To Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. in the Main Library.
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of the December 17, 2025 Municipal Code Enforcement Board
meeting as submitted in written summation.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to approve the minutes of the
December 17, 2025 Municipal Code Enforcement Board as submitted in
written summation. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
3. New Business Items
3.1 WITHDRAWN - Continued from November 19, 2025 - Case 141-25 - Find
respondent(s) Giovanni Stanzani at 1614 Drew St. in violation of Code for Sight
Visibility Triangle; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if
compliance is not met. (Kasman)
Case 141-25 was withdrawn.
3.2 Continued from November 18, 2025 - Case 146-25 - Find respondent(s) Bach Vinh &
Thu-Ha Tran at 585 Sky Harbor Dr#121 in violation of Code for Residential Rental
Business Tax Receipt; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if
compliance is not met. (Stephens)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Stephens said the violation was brought into compliance prior
to today's meeting.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to find the Respondent was in violation
of the City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this
case, the violation was corrected prior to today's hearing, and to enter
an order that no fine be imposed against the Respondent. If the
Respondent repeats the violation, the Board may order a fine of up to
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$500 for each day the violation continues to exist. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
3.3 WITHDRAWN - Continued from December 17, 2025 - Case 169-25 - Find
respondent(s) Thomas Rizkovsky at 1384 Seabreeze St. in violation of Code for
Parking Lot Surfaces; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if
compliance is not met. (Jehnzen)
Case 169-25 was withdrawn.
3.4 Continued from December 17, 2025, Continue to February 25, 2026 - Case 175-25 -
Find respondent(s) Daniel Esan at 1102 Brigadoon Dr. in violation of Code for Exterior
Surfaces; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is
not met. (Daniels)
Case 175-25 was continued to February 25, 2026.
3.5 WITHDRAWN - Continued from December 17, 2025 - Case 178-25 - Find
respondent(s) Samaisawad & Wannapa Kajchapanont at 2401 Brigadoon Dr. in
violation of Code for Exterior Surfaces; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Daniels)
Case 178-25 was withdrawn.
3.6 WITHDRAWN - Continued from December 17, 2025 - Case 184-25 - Find
respondent(s) William R. Black at 2390 Willow Tree Trl in violation of Code for Unsafe
Building; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not
met. (Larson)
Case 184-25 was withdrawn.
3.7 Case 01-26 - Find respondent(s) Don Marson Von Burns Rev Trust at 1535 Gulf to
Bay Blvd. in violation of Code for Portable Storage Unit; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Sudduth)
Property owner Don Marson Von Burns and attorney representative
Vico Lawson were present and denied the violation.
Inspector Sudduth provided a PowerPoint presentation. She said a
semi-truck trailer is parked in the parking lot without a cab. The trailer is
held up by broken wooden pallets.
Mr. Marson Von Burns said the trailer was purchased as transportation
for goods and not for storage. The trailer legs were damaged during the
2024 hurricanes. He said the trailer is properly registered and that the
trailer will be repaired once funding is available.
Assistant City Attorney Jerrod Simpson said when the case was
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initiated, the inspector was told the trailer was used for storage. He said
that if the testimony today is that the trailer is used for transportation, the
City will re-notice the nuisance condition of the trailer, as it has deteriorated
since the start of the case.
Inspector Sudduth said when she first went to the property, there were
several trailers and abandoned vehicles. She spoke with someone who
said her husband is the property owner and said the trailer is used for
storage for the restaurant. She said her husband was out of the country
and could not move the trailer until he returned.
In response to a question, Mr. Marson Von Burns said the person
Inspector Sudduth spoke to did not consult with him regarding the
trailer's use and that it is not used for storage.
Member Kenne moved to continue the case to February 25, 2026. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3.8 Case 02-26 - Find respondent(s) Gilbert G Jannelli at 1411 Gulf to Bay Blvd. in
violation of Code for Exterior Surfaces and Roof Maintenance; and issue an order with
the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Sudduth)
Property owner Gilbert Jannelli was present and admitted to the
violations.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Inspector Sudduth presented a PowerPoint presentation. She said the
violations include holes in the roof and the exterior of the building. The
soffit is in disrepair and falling off the building in some places. The
exterior surfaces have peeling paint, wood rot, and missing concrete.
There are different paint colors covering the exterior surfaces and some
surfaces have no paint.
Mr. Jannelli said he had a prospective tenant and began repairs on the
building. The tenant was unable to get financing and backed out of the
lease. He said he has owned the building for a long time and had
successful tenants, then a soup kitchen opened next door and the area
deteriorated. He said he has a new tenant and is working on applying for
a CRA grant. He would like to renovate the entire structure but will need
time for permits. He applied for a roof permit but does not know the
status of it. In response to questions, he said he has a quote to
re-stucco the exterior. More time is needed to decide what to do with the
roof because the new tenant may want to remove the 2nd level. He said
he was told roofing companies will not repair roofs that are in need of
replacing as there is a liability issue.
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Building Official Kevin Garriott said CRA staff reaches out before grants
or loans are awarded to find out if there are any code violations. He said
the roof permit is almost ready to be issued, staff is waiting on one more
document.
Discussion ensued with comments made that there are a lot of
unknowns. It is unknown if the CRA will award a grant and what the next
tenant has planned for the roof.
Assistant City Attorney Jerrod Simpson said staff allows the property
owner to work through the repair process. Inspectors do not have to file
an Affidavit of Non-Compliance directly following the compliance date if
the inspectors see work being done and progress made.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before March 25, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.9 Case 03-26 - Find respondent(s) Kathy Varro at 1910 Union St. in violation of Code
for Exterior Surfaces, Roof Maintenance, Door and Window Openings, Exterior
Storage, and Public Health, Safety, or Welfare Nuisance (Pool); and issue an order
with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Kasman)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Kasman provided a PowerPoint presentation. The garage door
is falling off, there is a lot of outdoor storage, there is roof, fascia, and
soffit damage, there is a hole in the exterior wall in the back of the
house, and the pool is green. The complaint came from a neighbor. In
response to questions, Mr. Kasman said the property owner passed
away and the son and wife still live there, the wife is incapacitated. The
property is in foreclosure.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If the Respondent
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does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.10Case 04-26 - Find respondent(s) Lee Coryell Est at 315 N Corona Ave. in violation of
Code for Roof Maintenance; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine
if compliance is not met. (Kasman)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Kasman provided a PowerPoint presentation. He said the
owner passed away and he was contacted by someone claiming to be
an heir and told them about the violations. The yard has been kept up
but the roof remains an issue. He has been unable to contact the person
again. There is a tarp on the roof being held in place by logs. There is a
heavy mat of pine needles accumulating on the rear of the house.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to find the Respondent in violation of
the City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order requiring the
Respondent to correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If
the Respondent does not comply within the time specified, the Board
may order a fine of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each
violation continues to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date
of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's
office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any
legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3.11 Case 05-26 - Find respondent(s) Thomas Rizkovsky at 1384 Seabreeze St. in
violation of Code for Parking Lot Surfaces; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Jehnzen)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Jehnzen provided a PowerPoint presentation. The driveway is
blocked by an RV, railroad ties, and palm trees. The code requires
parking lot surfaces to be free of potholes, litter, trash, debris,
equipment, weeds, dead vegetation and refuse. He said he has had
numerous conversations and emails with the homeowner. The homeowner
indicated he was going to use the driveway space as a patio area. In
response to questions, Mr. Jehnzen said the property owner does not agree
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with code and he has spoken to neighbors who are aggravated with the
situation.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to find the Respondent in violation of
the City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order requiring the
Respondent to correct the violations on or before February 20, 2026. If
the Respondent does not comply within the time specified, the Board
may order a fine of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each
violation continues to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date
of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's
office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any
legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3.12Case 06-26 - Find respondent(s) MHH Clearwater 395 Holdings LLC at 395 Coronado
Dr. in violation of Code for Prohibited Signage; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Burghardt)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Burghardt said the property was brought into compliance prior
to today's meeting.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent was in violation of the
City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case, the
violation was corrected prior to today's meeting, and to enter an order
that no fine be imposed against the Respondent. If the Respondent
repeats the violation, the Board nay order a fine of up to $500 for each
day the violation continues to exist. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
3.13Case 07-26 - Find respondent(s) Mary G Realty Inc at 490 Mandalay Ave. in violation
of Code for Sign Maintenance; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and
fine if compliance is not met. (Burghardt)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Burghardt provided a PowerPoint presentation. He said there
are two violations, temporary signs and sign maintenance. The
temporary signs have been removed. The permanent sign pole has rust
and peeling paint. He spoke to the restaurant manager about the issues
who gave him the contact information for the property manager. The
phone number did not work. In response to a question, he said the
property owner is responsible for the violations.
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Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent was in violation of the
City of Clearwater Code regarding Temporary Signs as referred to in
the affidavit in this case, the violation was corrected prior to today's
hearing, and to enter an order that no fine be imposed against the
Respondent. If the Respondent repeats the violation, the Board nay
order a fine of up to $500 for each day the violation continues to exist.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code regarding Sign Maintenance as referred to in the
affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.14Case 08-26 - Find respondent(s) Nikoletta Psaltis, Y Building 642 LLC, & Anastasios
Anastasopoulos at 636 S Gulfview Blvd. in violation of Code for Sidewalk Signs and
Signage without Permits; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if
compliance is not met. (Burghardt)
Anastasios Anastasopoulos was present and admitted to the violation.
Inspector Burghardt provided a PowerPoint presentation. The sidewalk
sign was removed. There are three banner signs hanging on the
building. He said the tenant has not been able to install permanent
signage because of the cost.
Mr. Anastasopoulos said he spoke to his tenant about the sidewalk sign
but said he was unaware of the banner sign violation.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent was in violation of the
City of Clearwater Code regarding Sidewalk Signs as referred to in the
affidavit in this case, the violation was corrected prior to today's
hearing, and to enter an order that no fine be imposed against the
Respondent. If the Respondent repeats the violation, the Board nay
order a fine of up to $500 for each day the violation continues to exist.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
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Clearwater Code regarding Signage without Permits as referred to in
the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.15Continue to February 25, 2026 - Case 09-26 - Find respondent(s) Michael Franchi at
3302 Brigadoon Dr. in violation of Code for Exterior Surfaces; and issue an order with
the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Daniels)
Case 09-26 was continued to February 25, 2026.
3.16Case 10-26 - Find respondent(s) True North Property Owner A LLC at 3404
Brigadoon Dr. in violation of Code for Exterior Surfaces; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Daniels)
Property representative Justin McCrillis was present and admitted to the
violation.
Member Strickland moved to find the Respondent in violation of the
City of Clearwater Code regarding Signage without Permits as referred
to in the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Inspector Daniels provided a PowerPoint presentation. The exterior
siding is deteriorating and needs replaced.
Mr. McCrillis said he should be able to complete the work within the
recommended timeframe. He said if he discovers additional issues after
the siding is removed, he will let the inspector know.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before March 1, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
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3.17Case 11-26 - Find respondent(s) Hanna Bachara & Madiha Ibrahim at 4004
Brigadoon Cir. in violation of Code for Fences and Walls and Exterior Surfaces; and
issue an order with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met.
(Daniels)
Property Representative Pierre Daniel was present and admitted to the
violation.
Member Strickland moved to find the Respondent in violation of the
City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Inspector Daniels provided a PowerPoint presentation. There is
damaged wood over the window, unpainted wood was replaced in the
back of the property, and rotten wood near the patio. The fence has
broken and missing slats.
Mr. Pierre said he will do his best to comply. The property owners are
his parents and his dad has health issues.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before April 1, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of$150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.18Case 12-25 - Find respondent(s) Michael Karantonis at 123 N Glenwood Ave. in
violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and
fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Reese provided a PowerPoint presentation. Masonry work
was done at front of property without a permit. An air conditioning unit
was removed from the wall and filled in. She said she spoke with the
property owner today who is hiring a general contractor.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before March 28, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
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of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.19Continue to April 22, 2026 - Case 13-26 - Find respondent(s) Jacqueline Hunter &
Edith Hunter at 1110 Fairmont St. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order
with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Case 13-26 was continued to April 22, 2026.
3.20Continue to March 25, 2026 - Case 14-26 - Find respondent(s) Richard & Janet
Carnevali at 681 Casler Ave. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with
the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Case 14-26 was continued to March 25, 2026.
3.21 Case 15-26 - Find respondent(s) Wesson Road Investments Columbus LLC at 705
Vine Ave. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
No one was present to represent the Respondent,
Inspector Reese presented a PowerPoint presentation. An interior
remodel to include plumbing and drywall is currently being done. She
said construction material was on the lawn when she arrived for the
inspection. She has had no contact with the property owner, the
contractors on site allowed her access to the interior to take pictures.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code regarding as referred to in the affidavit in this case.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.22Case 16-26 - Find respondent(s) Anita Desjardins at 1387 Mission Hills Blvd, Unit
39-B. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance
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deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Anita Desjardins was present and admitted to the violation.
Inspector Reese provided a PowerPoint. She said this case is for a
housing violation, there is debris inside the unit prohibiting the front door
to open fully. There must be a safe, continuous path of travel from any
point in a building or structure to the public way.
Ms. Desjardins said she will get everything cleaned up,
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 27, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
3.23WITHDRAWN - Case 17-26 - Find respondent(s) Kevin & Melisa Hayslett at 1423
Embassy Dr. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Case 17-26 was withdrawn.
3.24Case 18-26 - Find respondent(s) Wolf Empire LLC at 1738 N Ft. Harrison Ave. in
violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and
fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Property representative Alan Blythe was present and denied the
violation.
Inspector Reese provided a PowerPoint presentation. She said an
interior remodel was done without permits. She showed pictures of an
old Zillow listing showing drop ceilings and interior walls. Her inspection
photos show a truss installed, the drop ceilings were removed and
electricity was added to the ceiling area. In response to a question, she
said she did not issue a Stop Work Order because the work was already
done. She issued a Notice of Violation.
Mr. Blythe said he purchased the property in 2023 and the only work
that he has done is scrape the windows clean and clean up and paint
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the interior and exterior of the building. He said tenants were in the
building when he purchased it.
In response to a question, Assistant Building Official Dana Root said a
permit would be required for the demolition of the ceiling, electrical, and
drywall and framing work. It was said that a contractor can inspect the
work to determine what specifically was done, then apply for a permit,
and pass inspections.
In response to a question, Ms. Reese said the violation was discovered
by a code inspector in that zone.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to find the Respondent in violation of
the City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order requiring the
Respondent to correct the violations on or before February 28, 2026. If
the Respondent does not comply within the time specified, the Board
may order a fine of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each
violation continues to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date
of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's
office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any
legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3.25WITHDRAWN - Case 19-26 - Find respondent(s) Riti Investments LLC at 1917 '/2
Drew St. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Case 19-26 was withdrawn.
3.26Case 20-26 - Find respondent(s)Troy Alan & Mary Blythe at 413 Pleasant St. in
violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and
fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Mr. Alan Blythe was present and admitted to the violation.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to find the Respondent in violation of
the City of Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Inspector Reese provided a PowerPoint presentation. A front deck was
constructed on the property. A Google Earth image from March 2023
shows a different deck than what is there now. She said a permit
application has been submitted but there are issues with the zoning. She
suggested the property owner meet with planning staff to review the
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zoning issue.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order requiring the
Respondent to correct the violations on or before March 28, 2026. If the
Respondent does not comply within the time specified, the Board may
order a fine of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation
continues to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such
lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is
authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or
equitable remedies available under the law. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
3.27WITHDRAWN - Case 21-26 - Find respondent(s) Jimmy & Leo Island Properties at
280 Windward Psge. in violation of Code for Permits; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Reese)
Case 21-26 was withdrawn.
3.28Continued from December 17, 2025 - Case 197-25 - Find respondent(s) Moss &
Associates at 400 Coronado Ave. in violation of Code for Illicit Discharge; and issue
an order with the compliance deadline and fine if compliance is not met. (Brown)
Assistant City Attorney Jerrod Simpson said a resolution to the violation
was discussed with the Respondent and a stipulation order has been
drafted for the Board's approval. He said the Respondent accepts
responsibility for the violation and agrees to pay$42,500.00.
Member Kenne moved to approve the stipulation order. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4. Old Business Items
4.1 Accept the Affidavits of Compliance as listed.
4.1.1 Case 69-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Regino Meycel Izquierdo Martin
809 Glen Oak Ave.
Public Health, Safety or Welfare Nuisance (Pool) - Mattocks
4.1.2 Case 93-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Juan Ariel Silva
904 Vine Ave.
Exterior Surfaces - Dixon
4.1.3 Case 142-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Sugar Factory LLC
1844 Drew St.
Fences & Walls - Kasman
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4.1.4 Case 147-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Clemente Dezha Teran, Santiago Dezha Teran, & Petra Tzongua Maye
2371 Chaucer St.
Exterior Storage - Mattocks
4.1.5 Case 148-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Costco Wholesale Corp
2655 Gulf to Bay Blvd.
Fences & Walls - Mattocks
4.1.6 Case 181-25 Affidavit of Compliance
Andrew Smokler
2901 Brigadoon Dr.
Exterior Surfaces - Daniels
4.1.7 Case 198-25 Affidavit of Compliance
SJSKKS LLC
1090 Apache Trail
Lot Clearing - Dixion
Member Kenne moved to accept the Affidavits of Compliance as listed.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4.2 Case 93-25 - Accept the Affidavit(s) of Non-Compliance for respondent(s) Juan Ariel
Silva at 904 Vine Ave. for Residential Rental Business Tax Receipt. (Dixon)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Code Manager Green said the property is still in violation.
Member Kenne moved to accept the Affidavit of Non-Compliance and
issue an order that states after 3 months from the recordation date of
such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office
is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or
equitable remedies available under the law. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
4.3 Case 115-25 - Accept the Affidavit(s) of Non-Compliance for respondent(s) Maria &
George Ackerman at 832 Narcissus Ave. for Fences and Walls. (Kasman)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to accept the Affidavit of
Non-Compliance and issue an order that states after 3 months from the
recordation date of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the
City Attorney's office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such
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lien using any legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4.4 Case 122-25 - Accept the Affidavit(s) of Non-Compliance for respondent(s) William
Joseph Reece at 1390 S Hillcrest Ave. for Residential Rental Business Tax Receipt.
(Stephens)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to accept the Affidavit of
Non-Compliance and issue an order that states after 3 months from the
recordation date of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the
City Attorney's office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such
lien using any legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4.5 Case 128-25 - Accept the Affidavit(s) of Non-Compliance for respondent(s) Karoly
Windows & Doors LLC at 1165 Eldridge St. for Permits. (Reese)
Attorney representative Clinton Morrell was present.
Inspector Reese provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Mr. Morrell said after the prior hearing, the gate sustained damage. The
property owner thought the contractor who repaired the fence would
submit for the permit for the new fence and electrical that was installed.
The contractor was unwilling to apply for the permit. He said the property
owner is meeting with additional contractors to get the permit issue
resolved.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to accept the Affidavit of
Non-Compliance and issue an order that states after 3 months from the
recordation date of such lien, if the fines and fees remain unpaid, the
City Attorney's office is authorized to foreclose, collect or settle such
lien using any legal or equitable remedies available under the law. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
5. Other Board Action
5.1 Election of Officers.
Member Strickland moved to reappoint Greg Brown as Chair. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to appoint Robert Kenne as Vice-Chair.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6. Nuisance Abatement Lien Filings
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6.1 WITHDRAWN - Case 22-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s)
Javier Gutierrez at 805 Woodruff Ave. for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is
not met. (Jehnzen)
Case 22-26 was withdrawn.
6.2 Case 35-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Good Shepherd
Blvd LLC at 1746 Drew St. for Inoperative Vehicle; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is
not met. (Kasman)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Kasman provided a PowerPoint presentation. The location is a
mini-shopping mall. He said a food truck in the parking lot does not have
a license tag and is hard piped and hard wired into the ground. There is
a pick-up truck and a box truck parked int he rear of the property. The
pick-up has an expired tag and is being used to store several
motorcycles. The box truck did not have a valid tag during the initial
inspection, but it displays a current tag now. He said the food truck and
the pick-up are not towable and is requesting a daily fine be imposed.
Member Kenne moved to find the Respondent in violation of the City of
Clearwater Code as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Member Kenne moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to
correct the violations on or before February 14, 2026. If the Respondent
does not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine
of $150.00 per day per violation for each day each violation continues
to exist. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
fines and fees remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.3 Case 36-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Andrew
Schneiter at 2079 Loma Linda Way for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is
not met. (Kasman)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Kasman provided a PowerPoint presentation. The property is
not being maintained. A tree is overgrown and growing into the
right-of-way. Cinder blocks, trash, and debris liter the yard.
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Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.4 Case 37-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Eyekon Medical
Inc at 2451 Enterprise Rd. for Inoperative Vehicle; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is
not met. (Daniels)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Daniels presented a PowerPoint presentation. A car with no
tag is parked in a commercial facility parking lot. An employee at facility
claimed the car and said it got was flooded and had towed the car from
their home to this business. The complaint was called in.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.5 Case 38-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Todd Reiss at
1104 N Garden Ave. for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the compliance deadline
and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is not met. (Mattocks)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Mattocks presented a PowerPoint presentation. The property
is a vacant overgrown lot. The overgrowth is growing up the side of the
neighbors house. Accumulated trash and debris liter the property.
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Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.6 Case 39-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Mark & Carol
Doescher at 927 Bruce Ave. for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is not met.
(Mattocks)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Mattocks provided a PowerPoint presentation. The lawn is
overgrown and growing into the front sidewalk. Trees have fallen on the
property. In response to a question, he said he does not believe anyone
lives in the house.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.7 Case 40-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) NSB TRI LLC at
94 Devon Dr. for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the compliance deadline and
authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is not met. (Mattocks)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Mattocks provided a PowerPoint presentation. Construction
crews that are working on a project next door use the front lawn to park
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and drive through. The yard is overgrown and unkept. Construction
materials are staged on the property.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.8 Case 41-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) ARKA Homes
LLC at 1465 San Juan Ct. for Lot Clearing; and issue an order with the compliance
deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is not met.
(Sudduth)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Sudduth provided a PowerPoint presentation. The lawn is
overgrown and trash and debris liter the property.
Member Ryan-Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.9 Case 42-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s) Christine
Dorcelus at 214 S Highland Ave. for Inoperative Vehicle; and issue an order with the
compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if compliance is
not met. (Sudduth)
No one was present to represent the Respondent.
Inspector Sudduth provided a PowerPoint presentation. A boat trailer on
the property has an expired tag and flat tires.
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Member Ryan -Anderson moved to enter an order finding the
Respondent in violation of the City of Clearwater Code and requiring
the Respondent to correct the violations within five days of the Board's
written order. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the City may take all reasonable actions, including entry
onto the property to abate and maintain the nuisance, and charge the
Respondent with the reasonable costs which will become a lien on the
property. After 3 months from the recordation date of such lien, if the
costs remain unpaid, the City Attorney's office is authorized to
foreclose, collect or settle such lien using any legal or equitable
remedies available under the law. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.10WITHDRAWN - Case 43-26 - Accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien for respondent(s)
Fred & Rayna Richards at 1546 Clark St. for Inoperative Vehicle; and issue an order
with the compliance deadline and authorize the City to mitigate the violation if
compliance is not met. (Kasman)
Case 43-26 was withdrawn.
7. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 4:21 p.m.
Vice -Chair, Municipal Code Enforcement Board
Attest:
Secreta to the Bo
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