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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03152000 CEB CITY OF SEBASTIAN CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING .~ ~::::~~,,~:)~~ MARCH 15, 2000 "(BOAR APPROV - ~ APPIROVF~O SUBJECT TO __. Mr. Neglia Mr. Schofield Chairman COsco called the meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Ms. Barczyk Chmn. Cosco Mr. Davis(a) EXCUSED ABSENCE: Mr. Cavallo and Mr. Morozowski(a) UNEXCUSED ABSENCE: Mr. Connelly ALSO PRESENT: Tracy Hass, Planning & Growth Management Director Tim Zelinski, Code Enforcement Officer Randy White, Police Chief Ann Brack, Recording Secretary Councilman Barczyk was present for part of the meeting ANNOUNCEMENTS; Chron. Cosco announced that Mr. Cavallo and Mr. Morozowski(a) are excused, and we have not heard from Mr. Connelly. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: (2/16/00 and Workshop mtg of 2/22/00) MOTION by Barczyk/Davis I'd like to move that we approve the minutes of the February 16th meeting with the correction to the minutes. Discussion: Mr. Neglia suggested adding the words "by City Council" on page 2, line 14, second paragraph under Old Business, A. Discussion. All members agreed. Ms. Barczyk reworded her motion, and Mr. Davis seconded it. A voice vote was taken. 5 - 0 motion carried. CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MINUTES Of REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2000 MOTION by Davis/Neglia I make a motion to approve the minutes. (2/22/00) A voice vote was taken. 5 - 0 motion carded. OLD BUSINESS: A. Recommendation to City Council - Citation form, citation fines, and compliance time periods - Review of proposed classifications of violations Chmn. Cosco referred to the "hand-outs" that was provided to each Board member. Randy White, Police Chief, gave a presentation on the "hand-outs". He noted the range of possible fees, subject items taken from the City's Code of Ordinances, and time pedods for compliance. He noted that the materials provided in the "hand-outs" have notes and suggestions by himself and Tim Zelinski. He also noted that some items would demand immediate compliance. There was some discussion about excessive noise. Chief White indicated that there is Florida law that relates to car stereos, but the City has no ordinance on this issue. He also commented that most of these violations are covered under State law, and he questions whether the City needs it covered in an Ordinance. He also noted that a decibel meter that is needed to enforce local noise ordinances. This issue was discussed further. There was discussion about swimming in City lakes and vehicles for hire (taxi cabs). The next discussion was centered on the proposed fee schedules. Chief White commented on the fact that if a violation is appealed, there are certain costs to the City to attend such appeal, and these costs must be considered when the fee is determined. Several Board members expressed their thoughts on the purpose of the Codes and this Board in relation to the residents of the City. There was discussion on the amount of time to be allotted to come into compliance on various issues. Mr. Zelinski commented that in the past two years, only one violation on Indian River Drive continued beyond Code Board requirements. The subject of sign permits was discussed as well as weekend yard sale violations. It was suggested that fifteen (15) days instead of thirty (30) days be allotted for screening of trash areas. Mr. Zelinski and Chief White indicated that the notations they placed on these lists are for consideration of this Board. Chief White noted that City Council will then want a recommendation from this Board. CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2000 It was determined that a workshop meeting be held on March 29th, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. for members to bdng back their comments on this proposed list. CHAIRMAN MATTERS: Chmn. Cosco asked for consensus from the members about audio broadcasting these meetings on Falcon Cable TV. MOTION by NeglialCosco I'll make a motion that we broadcast our meetings from here on in. Roll call: Chmn, Cosco -yes Ms. Barczyk -yes Mr, Schofield - no Mr. Neglia - yes Mr. Davis(a) - yes The vote was 4- 1, Motion carried, Chmn. Cosco commended Elizabeth (Griffin) Brauer on the good job she did while on this Board, and thanked her for her time and effort. MEMBERS MATTERS: Mr. Neglia inquired about the status of the suggested monthly violation report. Mr. Zelinski and Mr. Hass responded that as soon as the software for the program is up and running, this report will be developed in the very new future. Mr. Neglia then thanked City Council for reappointing him to this Board. Chmn. Cosco adjourned the meeting at 4:06 p.m. (3/24/00 AB)