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DECEMBER 6, 2021
I. Call to Order -- Chairman Fortier called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. Pledae of Alleaiance -- was recited by all
III. Roll Call:
Present
Mr.
Wilcher
Mr.
Roberts
Mr.
Fortier
Mr.
Scheskowsky
Ms.
Carbano
Also Present
Manny Anon, City Attorney
Wayne Eseltine, Building Director/Fire Marshal
Joseph Perez, AV Technical Assistant
Janet Graham, Technical Writer (Zoom)
IV. Announcements and/or Modifications -- None
V. ADDroval of Minutes -- 3-19-2021
Mr. Fortier had one correction on Page 5, the third paragraph where it states, "He further
explained that lot of these cases..." should read, "He further explained that @ot of these
cases..." There being no further changes/corrections, Mr. Fortier called for a motion. A
motion to accept the Minutes as amended was made by Mr. Wilcher and seconded by
Mr. Scheskowsky.
Roll Call
Ms. Carbano -- Yes Mr. Roberts
Mr. Scheskowsky -- Yes Mr. Wilcher
Mr. Fortier
VI. Public Input -- None
VII. Unfinished Business -- None
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Vill. New Business — None
IX. Quasi-Judicial/Public Hearings
A. Public Hearings -- Certificate of Competency
At this point, Mr. Fortier announced that he will move into a public hearing. Mr. Anon read
the item into the record.
1. In the Matter of Mr. James Kyle Woodward
CITY OF SEBASTIAN CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY NO. 1669
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
LICENSE NO. ER 13012850 (STATE LICENSE REGISTRATION BECAME
NULL AND VOID ON 8-31-2010). APPLICABLE CODE SECTION FROM
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 26-168 (C)
Mr. Fortier called on City staff to make their presentation.
Mr. Wayne Eseltine identified himself and his position with the City of Sebastian. He
reviewed that this case came before the Board on March 9, 2021. Mr. Woodward was
seeking Board approval to reinstate his Sebastian electrician license which expired on
September 30, 2010 without having to reapply and retake the electrical exam as
permissible if approved by the Board in accordance with Section 26-168 (C) of the City
Code of Ordinances. At the March 911' meeting Mr. Woodward's case was denied by the
Board due to lack of continuing education and lack of showing work experience in the
Feld during the time in which his license was expired. It was deliberated and suggested
by some of the Board members at the time that Mr. Woodward should provide more
information to the Board regarding his work experience obtained and continuing
education to be abreast of the current electrical codes and any current code changes.
Mr. Woodward has provided more information as the Board requested and is seeking to
bring his case back before the Board for further consideration. Mr. Woodward is present
via Zoom. Mr. Fortier then called on Mr. Woodward to speak.
Mr. Woodward stated he has been doing electrical work. He has had some health
challenges and took a job in Kentucky. He stated he satisfied the continuing education
requirement by doing 14 hours. He has affidavits regarding his work in Kentucky. He
worked in Kentucky because of medical issues and insurance. He states he has been
working and has done everything the Board asked and more.
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Mr. Eseltine stated there are documents in Mr. Woodward's file covering his continuing
education with regards to Florida. He has provided testimony from others regarding his
work and his ability to do his work and provided some pictures. At this point, Mr. Eseltine
said it is up to the Board whether all this information satisfies the requirements regarding
reinstating his license.
Mr. Fortier closed the legislative hearing at which time he called for Board deliberation.
There was discussion among the Board members.
Mr. Roberts stated that, after reviewing the paperwork provided by Mr. Woodward, he is
satisfied with continuing education being sufficient, particularly the updated code
changes, which is what the Board has been concerned about.
Mr. Scheskowsky stated he has questions about the continuing education. Mr.
Woodward did provide the Board with an update on the 2020 code changes. From his
perspective, they are talking about upgrades from the 2016 code, and he has no
certificate for that. Prior to that, there was another code change in 2012, and prior to that
there were code changes for 2008. Every time the code book is updated these changes
are entered into the book. After four years they will come out with a new book, and there
will be updates on that. Mr. Scheskowsky opined that Mr. Woodward is lacking
certificates for 2008, 2012, and 2016. He would not support the reinstatement of his
license at this time.
Mr. Fortier stated he is satisfied with the continuing education. He has also taken into
consideration Mr. Woodward's employment history. Mr. Fortier asked Mr. Eseltine if the
City is okay, if voted on and the license is reinstated, that those fees each year were not
paid. Mr. Eseltine stated in his staff report, in accordance with the code, for every year
that the applicant did not renew the license, there is double the annual fee. There is a
total of $861.00 in fees that are due. That would take him up to 2022. Mr. Anon explained
that the Board, at its discretion, can require Mr. Woodward to be reexamined. Mr. Fortier
called for a motion. According to what the Board had told Mr. Woodward prior, if the
$861.00 fees for the time that he has not been licensed are paid, a motion reinstating Mr.
Woodward's license was made by Mr. Fortier and seconded by Mr. Wilcher.
Roll Call
Ms. Carbano — No Mr. Roberts -- Yes
Mr. Scheskowsky -- No Mr. Wilcher -- Yes
Mr. Fortier — Yes
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Vote was 3-2 in favor. Motion carries.
Mr. Eseltine stated that in the past the Board had asked to have the City's code revised
regarding this type of thing. Section 26-168 (C) was revised. That was done, and he
read to the Board what that section now states.
B. Quasi -Judicial Disciplinary Hearing
In the Matter of Mr. Mathew T. Hall DIB/A Sebastian Aluminum/
Shoreline Shutters
ALLEGED VIOLATION OF THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THE
SEBASTIAN CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES THAT OCCCURRED
AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN SEBASTIAN
105 SEBASTIAN INDUSTRIAL PLACE UNITS 2-5
938 LANCE STREET
APPLICABLE CODE SECTION FROM THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES IS SECTION 26-172 -- CAUSES FOR DISCIPLINARY
ACTION
THE FOLLOWING ACTS CONSTITUTE CAUSE FOR DISCIPLINARY
ACTION UNDER THIS ARTICLE:
(1) WILLFUL OR DELIBERATE DISREGARD OR VIOLATION OF THE
APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES OF THE CITY
(2) FLORIDA BUILDING CODE 105.1: Any owner or owner's authorized
agent who intends to construct, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove,
convert or replace any impact -resistant coverings, electrical, gas,
mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this
code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make
application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Mr. Anon read the item into the record.
Mr. Fortier asked the Board members if any of them have had any ex parte
communications with anyone connected to this case. Mr. Fortier disclosed that in his
position for his employer, he has hired this company. He does not pay for it; he oversees
construction for the company that he works for. It was three to five years ago. He has
used them probably three times. All other Board members indicated they had not had
any ex parte communications.
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All who intended to testify were sworn in by the City Attorney. Mr. Fortier called on the
City to present its case.
Mr. Eseltine identified himself and his position with the City. He recited the violations for
105 Industrial Place Units 2-5. On May 8, 2020, an electrical inspection was performed
under Permit No. 21-1258 for a new 200-amp electrical panel and one receptacle. He
personally did that inspection. The panel was placed in unit 3 at 105 Industrial Place. At
that time, installation of large storage racks against the far wall had just begun. Mathew
Hall who is the owner of Shoreline Shutters stated he intended to expand into vacant units
2-5 to start manufacturing new products for his storm protection company. He was
informed by the building official that it would require plans and building permits before
making the expansion into the vacant space. Mr. Hall assured the building official he
would comply. The meter was granted for that electrical connection. The second
inspection of the building on the property was on June 4, 2020. It revealed that the
expansion of the Shoreline Shutters business was in process. The business had
previously occupied units 6-10, and they expanded materials, equipment and operations
in the vacant units 2-5 without obtaining the required building permits. Units 2-5 were
vacant units, and the building shell had never been completed, never had a certificate of
occupancy for those units. On June 4, 2020 a notice of violation was written to Shoreline
Shutters with instructions to stop all the work in new areas units 2-5. A third site visit on
November 20, 2020 revealed the expanded area was fully occupied, stocked with
materials, and manufacturing work was being conducted in violation of the stop work
order issued on June 4, 2020. The plans and application for a building permit were
received on December 23, 2020. On January 27, 2021 the City wrote a notice of unsafe
structure which was delivered to the contractor declaring the expansion in units 2-5 was
an unsafe structure per the City Code of Ordinances for work without a permit or
inspection. The unsafe structure notice was amended on January 29, 2021 and provided
60 days to make corrections to the plans submitted, to obtain the permit, and 180 days to
complete all the work and final inspections. After multiple plan reviews, the permit for the
business expansion was finally approved on July 6, 2021. Final inspections were
conducted on July 9, 2021 and August 19, 2021. Both of those inspections failed. To
date, the permit remains open with minor corrections that need to be addressed and
reinspected in order to close out that permit.
Mr. Eseltine requested to read the narrative of the violation for 938 Lance Street as
follows: The owner of 938 Lance Street made an inquiry to the Building Department in
search of records of a permit for the storm shutters that were installed by Shoreline
Shutters in July of 2019. No record was found for the storm protection permit at this
address. After providing the required product approval which the owner was able to
obtain from Shoreline Shutter installation, the owner was subsequently issued an
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owner/builder permit on June 18, 2021. On June 22, 2021 inspection was performed on
the shutter installation and failed because the product was not labeled per the building
code requirements. The owner was provided with labels by Shoreline Shutters, and a
second inspection was performed on June 28, 2021. Upon further investigation into the
product approval for the shutters that were not labeled correctly, it appears the
Department of Business and Professional Regulation did not grant the full approval of the
shutters, which incidentally are manufactured by Shoreline Shutters —that is under
Product Approval Number FL 31180—until December 16, 2020. It appeared at the time
that Shoreline Shutters was selling and installing this product at this address in July of
2019, when in fact the product approval did not come out until December 16, 2020.
Shutters must be labeled, so Mr. Eseltine questioned the fact that these were not labeled.
He opined it was because Mr. Hall did not possibly have the labels because they had not
been approved by the state yet. That concluded Mr. Eseltine's report.
Mr. Fortier asked the City Attorney if the representative of Mr. Hall can discuss both of
the cases at the same time.
Mr. Rhodeback identified himself as representing Mathew Hall d/b/a Shoreline Shutters
and provided written material to all the Board members. He is requesting that the Board
not rule on any of the alleged violations tonight because his client was not notified until
December 1s' of this meeting. When notified on December 15', Mr. Hall immediately
contacted Mr. Rhodeback's office. The soonest available date that Mr. Rhodeback could
meet with Mr. Hall was on December 3'd. After meeting with Mr. Hall, Mr. Rhodeback did
contact the City Attorney's office and Mr. Eseltine to request a continuance of tonight's
hearing. That request was rejected. The only two witnesses who could testify on behalf
of Shoreline Shutters and Mr. Hall are character witnesses basically. None of them has
any personal knowledge of these projects or what was done with respect to these projects
that are at issue. The reason why Mr. Hall could not be available tonight for this hearing
is because he serves as a firefighter for Osceola Fire Rescue, and he is on duty tonight
and is not permitted to attend a hearing while on duty, either in person or via Zoom. Mr.
Rhodeback would like to have Mr. Hall here to defend himself with respect to some of
these allegations. He is prepared to make certain legal arguments tonight, but he is
respectfully requesting that this be continued to a future hearing.
With respect to the legal defenses, he has provided printouts of relevant code sections,
relevant statutes and things that he suggests are applicable to this case. The allegation
here is that his client should be disciplined or fined for a willful disregard of the applicable
zoning code of the City. He addressed that code and opined that the applicable building
code of the City is not quite clear with respect to these cases. He further addressed
Section 26-31 specifically and argued his points as to why a building permit was not
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required. He further addressed Section 489.113(4.d), which discusses local
government's authority to impose penalties, citations, etc. upon a certificate holder. His
third defense was discussed as to restitution and the history of this company. He feels
that the recommended fines and/or penalties are excessive in this case. The witnesses
he has present tonight are strictly character witnesses. He called for questions/comments
from the Board. There being none, Mr. Fortier called for questions of staff by the Board
members.
Mr. Fortier addressed the timing of this hearing on such short notice. He believes that
the interpretation of the rules and regulations should be considered. He opined that a lot
of the discussion is not germane to what the Board is to weigh in on. He does see a
propensity for Mr. Hall's company not to care about compliance. That is his concern.
Mr. Roberts asked if there is a copy of the City Ordinance 26-34.08 regarding the
industrial complex. Mr. Eseltine stated he did not include that ordinance in the Board's
packet for tonight. He reviewed his knowledge of that section of the code and how it
impacted these units. He also stated when his department did the inspections they found
many electrical issues that needed to be addressed. He opined that it did not look like a
licensed electrician did the work. Those things needed to be corrected. There were
subsequent inspections, and there are only some minor items remaining. Mr. Eseltine
also addressed some of the items that Mr. Rhodeback talked about regarding state law
and city ordinances and the length of time that this problem remained. Mr. Eseltine stated
that letters were sent to Shoreline Shutters via Certified Mail on November 19t' to the two
addresses that were on file. No one was present to receive the notices, but a notice was
left at the Vero Beach address that a certified letter was to be picked up. That was on
November 22nd. Because the certified letter was not being delivered to the Sebastian
address, the Building Department hand -delivered the letter last Wednesday to make sure
that they definitely received the notice of this hearing. He added that Mr. Hall has also
been before the Special Magistrate in the past, and he described that case. Mr. Roberts
also asked what the Board's options are regarding probation. Mr. Eseltine said he is not
certain that it is defined anywhere. It is his opinion that it is up to the Board how long
probation would be.
Mr. Fortier also discussed how the laws and ordinances affect different municipalities. He
feels it is egregious that Shoreline Shutters was unwilling to move forward to arrive at a
point where the Building Department could sign off on the projects. He would like to have
seen Shoreline Shutters make a more positive effort to try and complete this project.
However, he does not feel that this elevates to suspension of the Shoreline Shutters'
license. He feels that a fine as determined by the City should be imposed and is
warranted. Mr. Fortier also asked If probation means that this company cannot do
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business in the City of Sebastian during the period of probation. Mr. Anon stated that
there are three options according to Section 26-175 (e.1, 2, and 3) and reviewed those
options.
Mr. Wilcher stated that when a stop -work order is issued, the contractor is supposed to
stop work. Mr. Eseltine stated that is correct. Mr. Wilcher added that if the contractor
puts in approved plans, the contractor cannot do anything until those plans have been
approved. From his reading of the material, it appears that the contractor went on with
the work and disregarded the instructions from the Building Department.
(SHORT BREAK TAKEN)
All witnesses having been sworn, Mr. Fortier opened the floor to anyone from the public
who wished to speak in favor of Shoreline Shutters. Mr. Derek Rudasil is employed as
the Operations Manager at Shoreline Shutters. He has been with the company for
approximately five years. This company has been in business since the 1980s. He feels
that the company does everything they can to conduct their business appropriately.
There appeared to be no one from the public wishing to speak in opposition to Shoreline
Shutters, and Mr. Fortier moved to the next step of the hearing.
Mr. Rhodeback spoke in response to some items that were addressed during the City
staffs presentation. He reviewed that, as far as 105 Industrial Place is concerned, there
was an architect who was working closely with City staff. It was not that the City was
ignored and there was not a willingness to work with the City to get the concerns
addressed. It appears that there was an issue with an inexperienced architect that
resulted in a delay in getting the necessary approvals by the City. He also stated that
there is no dispute that a building permit is accounted for under the code which specifically
provides for structures and buildings —and that is it. That is all the City Code of
Ordinances describes with respect to getting a building permit. When the issues were
discovered, they were addressed immediately. There was no intent whatsoever to
disregard the City's Code of Ordinances as it applies to this particular contractor. He
added that he does think it is important for Mr. Hall to be here to discuss his side of the
case with respect to the factual allegations, as they differ from Mr. Eseltine's to a certain
extent. Mr. Roberts asked if it is Mr. Rhodeback's position that Shoreline Shutters did not
know if a permit needed to be pulled or not. Mr. Rhodeback stated that one of the projects
was an oversight. Regarding the other one, they did not think it was needed because it
was in their opinion a decorative shutter. He added that he was told during a meeting
with Shoreline Shutters that, "Any time we pound in a nail from now on, we are getting a
permit from the City."
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Mr. Eseltine summarized the City's position on these matters.
Mr. Fortier called on the Board members for discussion/comments. Hearing nothing from
anyone else on the Board, Mr. Fortier stated he found it difficult to think that this company
had no intent to disregard the City of Sebastian and what they were told. He sees that
this has been ongoing for an extended period of time, and he finds some malice here.
However, he does not think this elevates to a suspension. Ms. Carbano asked, if the
Board finds against Shoreline Shutters, instead of a suspension could the Board impose
that they not be allowed to apply for any more permits until the fine is paid. Mr. Eseltine
stated that the owner/builder permits have already been issued. There are only a couple
of minor issues that need to be corrected and closed at the 105 Sebastian Industrial Place
address. Mr. Fortier opined that the Board should move to levy fines, and if the contractor
fails to pay those fines, the Board could reconvene and impose probation or suspension
and language to that effect be contained in any motion this evening. He further stated
that, without any recommendation from the City, this Board move to fine the contractor
the maximum allowable. Mr. Wilcher asked the City Attorney if he needs to review the
information that was provided by Mr. Rhodeback before the Board makes a decision. Mr.
Anon stated he has not seen that information before today. The Board heard Mr.
Rhodeback present his case. Mr. Anon knows Mr. Rhodeback and trusts him as a lawyer.
It is entirely up to the Board to decide this case. Mr. Roberts stated he thinks the City has
been more than generous in giving the contractor adequate time to complete the project.
He thinks that is sufficient and the Board needs to move on to fines. Mr. Scheskowsky
stated that once the contractor pays the fines that will be assessed, they will rethink
regarding not pulling permits in the future. If they do not pull the permits, they will be back
before this Board. Mr. Fortier agreed. He stated that, if this contractor does not follow
the code in the future, this Board can convene an emergency meeting that will notify the
contractor that they are no longer allowed to pull permits in the City of Sebastian until this
Board is satisfied. There being no further general discussion, Mr. Fortier called for a
motion.
A motion that the Board follow staffs recommendation for a maximum fine of $500.00 for
each occurrence as well as $100.00 for fees covering the costs that the City incurred
relating to this case for a total of $1,100.00 was made by Mr. Scheskowsky and seconded
by Mr. Roberts.
Roll Call
Mr.
Fortier --
Yes
Mr. Scheskowsky — Yes
Mr.
Roberts --
Yes
Ms. Carbano -- Yes
Mr.
Wilcher —
Yes
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Vote was 5-0 in favor. Motion carries.
2. In the Matter of Mr. Christopher Hall d/b/a Sebastian
Aluminum/Shoreline Shutters
ALLEGED VIOLATION OF THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THE
SEBASTIAN CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES THAT OCCCURRED AT
THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN SEBASTIAN:
• 589 REDWOOD CT.
APPLICABLE CODE SECTION FROM THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES IS SECTION 26-172 -- CAUSES FOR DISCIPLINARY
ACTION
THE FOLLOWING ACTS CONSTITUTE CAUSE FOR DISCIPLINARY
ACTION UNDER THIS ARTICLE:
(1) WILLFUL OR DELIBERATE DISREGARD OR VIOLATION OF THE
APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES OF THE CITY
(2) FLORIDA BUILDING CODE 105.1: Any owner or owner's authorized
agent who intends to construct, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove,
convert or replace any impact -resistant coverings, electrical, gas,
mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this
code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make
application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Mr. Anon read the item into the record.
Mr. Rhodeback, who represents Mr. Hall in this case also, stated that the arguments with
respect to these violations are essentially the same. He again requests a continuance,
the reason being that notification occurred on December 10, 2021 pursuant to a hand
delivery at the office, as the certified mailings were not picked up. That was the week of
Thanksgiving, and people frequently are not home during that holiday. He did not have
an opportunity to meet with Mr. Hall until December 3r°, which would have been this last
Friday. He made the request to the City Attorney and Mr. Eseltine, and that request for
a continuance was denied. The defenses for this particular case are the same as
asserted in the previous case. He briefly reviewed these defenses. He does not believe
a suspension or any imposition of fines or penalties is warranted in this case, as stated in
the prior case.
Mr. Eseltine reviewed the staff report. He also stated that the notices were sent properly.
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There was also a hand -delivered notice presented to the applicant on December 151. As
far as the building code is concerned, the City's Code of Ordinances adopts the Florida
Building Code except for Chapter 1 that comes with the Code. So a local jurisdiction is
permitted according to the slate statutes to adopt another version of Chapter 1. The
BOAF edition was used, which is the recommended edition, and it contains 105.1 which
specifically states that a permit is required for impact -resistant coverings. He added that
the reason this case lists Christopher Hall and not Mathew Hall is because they are father
and son, and both qualify that company. Christopher Hall has a license as well, which is
a local license. The actual complaint and the attached invoice from the owner had Mr.
Christopher Hall's name on it. That is the reason why staff chose to bring Christopher
Hall into this case and not Mathew Hall. Mr. Fortier called on the Board for
comments/questions.
Mr. Fortier asked if the shutters are functional. Mr. Eseltine stated yes. So they do need
to have the stickers per the Florida Statute. Mr. Fortier asked if Mr. Hall was noticed
properly, and Mr. Eseltine stated staff believes he was. Mr. Fortier's opinion is that this
case is almost the same as the prior case. He does not think a suspension is needed
here, but he does think that there is a fine that needs to be levied. He further stated that
if this company comes back here before this Board in the future, he will have a completely
different opinion as to how this Board decides.
Mr. Roberts also stated that in the file is information that this happened to other properties
on the same block. It seems that this is a pattern of not issuing permits, which is one of
the reasons why you hire a professional company. He feels that this case is more
egregious than the first case.
Mr. Scheskowsky stated his concern is, if the Board gets complaints from the other
homeowners in the area that no permits have been pulled, he feels that maybe then a
suspension would be in order. He opined, however, that if the company gels fined for not
having permits for these jobs that are the subject of this meeting, they will then go out
and pull the permits in the future.
Ms. Carbano stated that she thinks the homeowner should be compensated for the
expenses that were incurred by her as well. Mr. Fortier questioned whether this Board
has the authority in that regard. Mr. Anon agreed. Mr. Eseltine stated that one of the
homeowners was reimbursed.
General discussion among the Board members having ended, Mr. Fortier called on Mr.
Rhodeback for additional input. Mr. Rhodeback confirmed that restitution was made in
this case.
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Mr. Fortier called on anyone else from the public who wished to speak for or against
Shoreline Shutters. Mr. Dan Brognano stated that he is a builder in the area, and
Shoreline Shutters has probably worked on 2,000 homes for him in the last 40 years in 3
different counties. He stated that never once have they ever done a job for him without
a permit. It is a respectable and competent company. Mr. Eseltine replied to what Mr.
Brognano said. He builds many houses in Sebastian. The storm shutter permit is
included with the house; it is not a separate permit.
Mr. Fortier suggested that there should be something included in a motion that talks about
a suspension if this process continues of not pulling permits. A motion that the Board
follow staffs recommendation for a maximum fine of $500.00 as well as $100.00 for fees
covering the costs that the City incurred relating to this case as well as consideration of
a license suspension if this process of not pulling permits continues in the future was
made by Mr. Scheskowsky and seconded by Mr. Roberts. There being no further
discussion, Mr. Fortier called for a roll call vote.
IKW_ I
Mr.
Witcher --
Yes
Ms. Carbano -- Yes
Mr.
Roberts
-- Yes
Mr. Scheskowsky — Yes
Mr.
Fortier —
Yes
Vote was 5-0 in favor. Motion carries.
Mr. Anon suggested that Mr. Rhodeback will want to incorporate his packet into the
record, and likewise the City would like to incorporate its packet into the record without
any objections. There being no objection, those documents were entered into the record.
X. Board Matters -- None
XI. Buildina Official Matters -- None
XII. Attornev Matters — None
XIII. Adjourn -- There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Mr.
Witcher, and seconded by Mr. Scheskowsky.
Roll Call
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Mr.
Witcher
— Yes
Mr. Scheskowsky — Yes
Mr.
Roberts
— Yes
Ms. Carbano — Yes
Mr.
Fortier —
Yes
Vote was 5-0 in favor. Motion carries.
There being nothing further, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.