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Memorandurn
TO: Michael Couzzo, Village Manager.
FROM: Stephen J. AIlison, Chief of Police ,�
Subject: Agenda Item — Release of Lien
Date: May 2, 2001
The attached memorandum from the code enforcement officer outlines the
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The property is now in compliance. The owner appeared before the Specia!
Master for a fine reduction hearing and has paid the reduced fine ordered at that
hearing. The final step in resolving this case is the release of lien, which,
according to Mr. Randolph, needs Council approval. (See attached "Reiease of
Lien" form prepared by Mr. Randolph.)
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RESOLUTION NO. 40-00/O1
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE RELEASE OF LIEN ON
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 372 COUNTRY CLUB
DRIVE, TEQUESTA, FLORIDA IN RETURN FOR THE
PAYMENT OF $686.30 IN FINES AND AUTHORIZING
THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE RELEASE
OF LIEN ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section l. The release of Lien attached hereto as
Exhibit "A" and incorporated by reference as a part of
this Resolution, is hereby approved and the Village
Manager of the Village of Tequesta is authorized to
execute the same on behalf of the Village of Tequesta.
THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY Councilmember
, who moved its adoption. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember
, and upon being put to
vote, the vote was as follows:
FOR ADOPTION AGAINST ADOPTION
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution duly
passed and adopted this lO day of May, A.D., 2001.
MAYOR OF TEQUESTA
Geraldine Genco, Mayor
ATTEST:
Betty Laur
Acting Village Clerk
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To: Stephen Allison, Chief of Police °
From: Sergeant John Irovando�� •
CC: Michael Couzzo, Viilage Manager
Date: 4/5/01
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On October 12, 2000, I observed the property of 372 Country Club Drive,
Tequesta, Florida, 33469 to be in vioiation of village ordinance in that grass, weeds,
and undergrowth had been allowed to grow to a height of more than 12 inches from
ground level.
In conducting my investigation I learned that the owner of the property was one
Luis M. Blanco and that he and his wife had apparently separated and had
abandoned the property. I prepared and issued a Notice of Violation for the above-
described violation, which was sent via registered mail and signed for by Mrs.
Blanco.
On November 11, 2000, a Speciai Master Hearing was conducted due to the fact
that the violation had not been corrected as required. At that hearing the Special
Master found that Mr. Blanco was in fact in violation and ordered him to correct the
violati�n by December 5, 2000 or a fine of $25.00 per day would be imposed.
On January 25, 2001, at the Special Master Hearin� conducted that day, I showed
evidence that the violation had not been correct and as a result an order was issued
by the Special Master imposing a fine of $1350.00. Mr. John Randolph, �Ilage
Attomey, as a lien against the property properly recorded this order in the Public
Records of Palm Beach County.
During the end of December 2000, I noticed that the abandoned property had
been cleaned up and did locate one John Keays, 176 Golfview Drive, Tequesta,
Florida, 33469 on the property. Mr. Keays informed me that Mr. Blanco had signed a
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quick claim deed over to Mrs. Carolyn Magnor who was the 2"� mortgage holder on
the property. Mr. Keays informed me that he was a former owner of 372 Country
Club Drive and was attempting to clear up all the liens against the property so that he
could repurchase it from Mrs. Magnor. He informed me that Mrs. Magnor and himself
would request a fine reduction hearing in ftont of the Special Master concerning the
lien recorded against the property.
On March 29, 2001, a Fine Reduction Hearing was conducted and after providing
testimony and meeting all�the requirements of village ordinance the Special Master
issued a Fine Reducing Order reducing the fine to $686.30.
On April 5, 2001, Mr. Keays did come to the Tequesta Police Department and did
issue a check making full payment in the amount of $686.30.
At my request, I had Mr. Randolph prepare a Release of Lien Form with respect to
this matter. I have been advised by Mr. Randolph that the Village Council should be
the final authority to determine whether the lien will be released and that this matter
should be pla�Pd ,.on the aaPrcfa for the next Villaqe Council meeting. Mr. Keays
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required.
Attached is a copy of the recorded Order Imposing the Fine, a copy of the Order
Reduci�ng the Fine, the check issued by Mr. Keays making full payment, and the
Release of Lien form prepared by Mr. Randolph. Should you require any further
information please advise me.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT ORDER
VII.LAGE OF TEQUESTA
ORDER FINDING VIOLATION
VII.LAGE OF TEQUESTA,
Petitioner, Case No. 0016746
v.
LUIS M. BLANCO,
Resnandent.
Re: Violation of Article II, Sec. 10-18, of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Tequesta_
Address: 372 Country Club Drive
Tequesta, Florida 33469
Legal Description: TEQUESTA LT 136
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The Special Master appointed by the Village of Tequesta to hear code en£orcement
cases for the Village of Tequesta, in accordance with Chapter ofNovember, 2000t and based on
testimony at the Code Enforcement fiearing held on the 30th day
the evidence and testimony presented, the following FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF
LAW, and ORDER are hereby entered:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent, Luis M. Blanco, was not present at the hearing, however,
there was a finding of proper notice.
2. Sgt. Irovando testified to and produced photographs of the violation.
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_ CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Respondent is in violation of Article II, Sec. T0-18 of the Code of Ordinances of the
Village of Tequesta. '
ORDER
It is the Order of the Code Enforcement Special Master that Respondent, Luis M.
Blanco, shall comply with Article II, Sec. 10-18 of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of
Tequesta by the 5'� day of December, 2000. .
If Respondent does not comply within.the time specified, a fine ofup to two hundred
fifty dollars ($250.00) per day; five hundred ($500.00) per day for repeat violators, may be assessed
for each day the violation continues to exist. Respondent shall aiso be responsible for reimbursing
the Village for amounts billed should they rectify this violation: '
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Tequesta Village Council Chambers, 357 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida 33469.
Upon complying, it is the responsibility of the Respondent to notify the Village of
Tequesta Code Enforcement Clerk at (561) 575-6213 to request a reinspection of the property.
DONE AND ORDERED this 30th day ofNovember, 2000.
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
CODE ENFORCEMENT
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Special Master
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Attorneys and Counselors
John C. Randolph, Esq.
Direct Dial: (561) 650-0458
E-mail: jrandolph@jones-foster.com
February 21, 2001 �
Sergeant John Irovando
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Village of Tequesta
Post Office Box 3273
Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273
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Code Enforcement Board Case No. OG16746
Luis M. Blanco, 372 Country Club Drive
Our File No. 13153.1
Dear John:
Enclosed please find the Code Enforcement Order Assessing Fine, entered January 25, 2001, relating
to the above captioned property, which was recorded in the public records of Palm Beach County,
Florida, on February 6, 2001, in Official Record Book 12295, at Page 1624.
Sincerely,
JONES, FO JOHNSTON & STUBBS, P.A.
Jo C. Randolph
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VII,LAGE OF TEQUESTA
ORDER ASSESSING FINE
VII.LAGE OF TEQLJESTA,
Petitioner, Case No. 0016746
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LUIS M. BLANCO,
Re�v4ndent_
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Re: Violation of Chapter 10, Health and Sanitation, Articie II, Weeds,
Undergrowth and Cther Plant
Life, Section 10-18, of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Tequesta.
Address: 372 Country Club Drive
Tequesta, Florida
Legal Description: TEQUEST�LT 136
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The Special Master appointed by the �llage of Tequesta to hear code enforcement
cases for the Village of Tequesta, in accordance with Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, ha.s heard
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evidence and testimony presented, tHe �ollowing FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW,
and ORDER are hereby entered: '
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FINDINGS OF FACT
1, The Respondent, Luis M. Blanco, vvas not present at the hearing, however,
there was a finding of proper notice.
Z, The Tequesta C�de Enforcement Officer�t �� � o� s vgnty five dollars
He testified that the Village had the grass cut at the property an
($75.00).
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DOROTHY H. WILY,EN, CLEP,Y, RE I.QUDIT'{, r_
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Respondent remains in violation of Chapter 10, Health and Sanitation, Article II,
Weeds, Undergrowtn and Other Plant Life, Section 10-18, oft:�e Code of Ordinances of the Village
of Tequesta.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Code Enforcement Special Master that Respondent, Luis M.
Blanco, shall immediately comply with Chapter 10, Health and Sanitation, Article II, Weeds,
Undergrowth and Other Plant Life, Section 10-18, Qf the Code of Ordinances of the Village of
�zC(llc5ia.
A fine of one thousand three hundred fifly dollars ($1,350.00) is hereby assessed for
the violation that has existed. The fine is imposed for the period from December 5, 2000, through
January 25, 2001, and will continue to accrue at twenty five dollars ($25.00) per day for each day the
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A certified copy of this Order may be recorded in the Public Records of Yalm �each
County, Florida, and, once recorded, shall constitute a lien against the property ofthe original amount
upon which the violation existed and upon azry other real or personal property owned by the
Respondent, pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes for the original amount.
Upon complying, it is the responsibility of the �espondent to notify the Village of
Tequesta Code Enforcement Clerk at (561) 575-6213 to request a reinspection of the property.
DONE AND ORDERED this 25th day of 7anuary, 2001.
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
CODE ENFORCEMENT
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CODE ENFORCEMENT ORDER
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
ORDER REDUCING FINE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA,
Petitioner,
Case No. 0016746
v.
JOHN KEAYS,
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Re: Violation of Chapter 10, Health and Sanitation, Article II, Weeds, Undergrowth and Other
Plant Life, Sec. 10-18. Unlawful growth enumerated, (a), ofthe Code of Ordinances of the Village
of Tequesta.
Address: 372 Country Club Drive
Tequesta, Florida
Legal Description: TEQUESTA LT 136
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The Special Master appointed by the Village of Tequesta to hear code enforcement
cases for the Village of Tequesta, in accordance with Chapter I62, Florida Statutes, has heard
testimony at the Code Enforcement Hearing held on the 29th day of March, 2001, and based on the
evidence and testimony presented finds that this property is now in compliance. T�he following
FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF LAW, and ORDER are hereby entered:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent, John Keays, was present at the hearing and testified that he was the
new owner of the property and is in the process of renovating it.
2. The Tequesta Code Enforcement Officer testified that the property is in compliance.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
The Respondent, John Keays, is no longer in violation of Chapter I0, Health and
Sanitation, Article II, Weeds, Undetgrowth and Other Plant Life, Sec. 10-18. Unlawful gr�wth
enumerated, (a), of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Tequesta.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Code Enforcement Special Master that the Respondent's fine
shall be reduced to six hundred eighty six dollars and thirty cents ($686.30). This amount shall be
paid by the 30th day of May, 2001, or the original fine of one thousand three hundred fifty dollars
($1,350.00) will be reinstated.
DONE AND ORDERED this 29th day of March, 2001.
VII.LAGE OF TEQUESTA
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Attorneys and Counsetors
John C. Randolph, Esq.
Direct Dial: (561) 650-0458
E-mail: jrandolph@jones-foster.com
March 19, 2001
Sergeant John Irovando
Code Enforcement Officer
Village of Tequesta
Post Office Box 3273
Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273
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Luis M. Blanco, 372 Country Club Drive
Our File No. 13153.1
Deaz Sergeant Irovando:
This is in response to your letter of March 16, 2001, regarding your request for a Release of Lien.
I have prepared an appropriate release which can be executed only upon the final approval by V illage
Council. If you have an amount which you would recommend as satisfying the lien, you should take
that to the Special Master and in the event the Special Master�a �on ��e V'illag Co 1 hould
matter can t hen be re f e r r e d t o t h e V i l l a g e C o u n c i l. I t i s m y p
be the final authority to determine whether the lien will be released as the lien was recorded in favor
of the Village.
Sincerely,
JONES, F TER, JOHNST N& STUBBS, P.A.
ohn C. Randolph
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cc: Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
Stephen Allison, Chief of Police
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j pHNSTON West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 West Palm Beach, Florida 33402-3475
& S�BDJ� P� Telephone (561) 659-3000 Facsimile (561) 832-1454
Atturr�eys and Counselors
John C. Randolph, Esq.
Direct Dial: (561) 650-0458
E-mail: jrandolph@jones-foster.com
March 19, 2001
Sergeant John Irovando
Code Enforcement Officer
Village of Tequesta
Post Office Box 3273
Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273
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Code Enf'orcement Boara Case No. OO1r:��A�+�
Luis M. Blanco, 372 Country Club Drive
Our File No. 13153.1
Dear Sergeant Irovando:
This is in response to your letter of March 16, 2001, regarding your request for a Release of Lien.
I have prepared an appropriate release which canbe executed only uponthe final approval by Village
Council. If you have an amount which you would recommend as satisfying the lien, you should take
that to the Special Master and in the event the Special Master agrees with your recommendation, the
matter can then be referred to the Village Council. It is my opinion that the Village Council should
be the final authority to determine whether the lien will be released as the lien was recorded in favor
of the Village.
Sincerely,
JONES, F TER, JOHNST N& STUBBS, P.A.
ohn C. Randolph
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Enclosure
cc: Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
Stephen Allison, Chief of Police
THIS INSTRUMENT WAS PREPARED BY:
JOHN C. RANDOLPH, Esquire
Jones, Foster, Johnston & Stubbs, P.A.
Post Office Box 3475
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402-3475
RELEASE OF LIEN
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the Code Enforcement Order filed by the Village of Tequesta,
dated January 25, 2001, and recorded February 6, 200I, in Official Record Book 12295, at Page
1624, public records of Palm Beach County, Florida, against LUIS M. BLANCO and the following
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Address: 372 Country Club Drive
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has been released, and that the V illage of Tequesta through the undersigned authority hereby releases
the said lien as to the whole of the above-described real property, and consents that the same be
discharged of record.
Dated this day of , 2001.
Signed, sealed and delivered VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
in the presence of: CODE ENFORCEMENT
By
witness
Its
Print Name
Witness
Print Name
STAT� OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF P.ALM BEACH
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of ,
2001, by as ofthe Village
of Tequesta, Florida, who is personally known to me or who has produced
as identification and who did (did not) take an oath.
Signature of Notary Public
Printed name of Notary Public
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THIS INSTRUMENT WAS PREPARED BY:
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Jones, Foster, Johnston & Stubbs, P.A•
Post Office Box 3475
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402-3475
RELEASE OF LIEN
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the Code Enforcement Order filed by the Village of Tequesta,
d Janu 25, 2001, and recorded February 6, 2001, in Official Record Book 12295, at Page
date �'
1624, public records of Palm Beach County, Florida, against LUIS M. BLANCO and the following
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has been released, and thatthe Village of Tequestathrough the undersigned authority hereby releases
the said lien as to the whole of the above-described real property, and consents that the same be
discharged of record.
Dated this ______ day of , 2001.
VILLAGE OF TEQ�STA
Signed, sealed and delivered ���E ENFORCEivIENT
in the presence of:
By
Witness Its
Print Name
Witness
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