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J5 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3 The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2 Craig Cates,District 1 David Rice,District 4 Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting December 10, 2025 Agenda Item Number: J5 2023-4870 BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: County Attorney TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Kelly Dugan AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Authorization to proceed with abatement of overgrown canal vegetation creating a navigational hazard at the property, 29011 Bigonia Dr., Big Pine Key, Florida, pursuant to Resolution 377-2014, and impose the costs as a lien. ITEM BACKGROUND: CE20010022: This property, Parcel ID 00266320-000000, has been the subject of a code compliance case for vegetation in canals (not compliant). The fines total $95,600.00 as of November 18, 2025, and will continue to accrue at $100.00 per day, until compliance is achieved. A hearing was scheduled for January 26, 2023, and the property owner was not present. The Special Magistrate found the property in violation and ordered a compliance date of April 6, 2023. The County's lien was recorded on April 21, 2023. A subsequent hearing was held on October 26, 2023, and the property owner was not present. The Special Magistrate found the property remained in violation and granted the County's motion to proceed with collections. The code case remains open for non-compliance and failure to pay outstanding fines and costs. On February 21, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners authorized the initiation of litigation against the property owner for injunction, foreclosure, money judgment and/or writ of execution. In addition, the Board of County Commissioners approved initiation of a probate action. A probate case was initiated in Seminole County on October 23, 2024, which remains pending. Code Compliance has exhausted all efforts to gain voluntary timely compliance with responsible parties. 1356 The Monroe County Property Appraiser lists the Just Market Value as $69,224.00. The property is not homesteaded and there are no pending foreclosure actions at this time. Under the policy adopted in Resolution 377-2014, the available legal option in regard to abating the presence of a navigational hazard from overgrown canal vegetation is to: Proceed with abatement of overgrown canal vegetation creating a navigational hazard per Resolution 377-2014; and impose the costs of trimming as a lien against the responsible property owner. This will require Code Compliance staff to obtain quotes and hire a contractor to obtain the appropriate permits and conduct trimming. County staff recommends the BOCC approve proceeding with abatement of overgrown canal vegetation creating a navigational hazard per Resolution 377-2014, and to impose the costs of trimming as a lien. PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: Approval of Resolution No. 377-2014 on October 17, 2014 adopting "ATTACHMENT A" as the Procedure to be used after Code Compliance has exhausted all efforts to gain voluntary compliance from the responsible parties. INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval DOCUMENTATION: AIS Supporting does CE20010022 Helliesen.pdf Resolution 377-2014.pdf FINANCIAL IMPACT: 148-50001 Growth Management Admin- $5,000.00 1357 BEFORE THE CODE COMPLIANCE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE JOHN G. VAN LANINGHAM MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA MONROE COUNTY FLORIDA, ) Petitioner, ) vs. ) Case No.: CE20010022 FRANCYS M. HELLIESEN, ) Respondent(s). ) ) ORDER AUTHORIZING FOR !gLOS1ZRE AND/OR MONEY UD!�'MENT A Final Order was entered in this matter and was thereafter recorded as a lien. The lien has remained unpaid for at least 3 months from the date of the Order. Therefore,it is hereby ORDERED that the office of the Monroe County Attorney may institute foreclosure and/or money judgment proceedings to recover the amount-of the lien plus accrued'interest. DONE AND ORDERED this 2 111 day Oct 023, at the Marathon Government Center, Marathon, Florida. Jo an Lµ nghain Specaa strate CERTIFICATE OF ORDER I here certify that t °'" is a true and correct copy of the above Order. Nicole Petrick:, Liaison QERTIF'ICA:I`E OF SERVICE I hereby certify that a tree wid correct copy of this Order has been furnished to the Respondent(s) via hand delivery / first class U.S. email to Respondent(s) address of record w/the Monroe County Property Appraiser's Office and/or Authorized Representative, N/A on this 27" day of October, 2023. Nicole Petrick, Liaison 1358 MONROE COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Subject: Code Compliance Case CE20010022 Property Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 FRANCYS M. HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR. OVIEDO, FL 32765-6151 1359 BRIEF FOR. FRANCYS M. IHELLIESEN —CE20010022 MOTION FOR COLLECTIONS 10/2612023 hit s://mcesearch.monroecount 41. ov/code/'CE20010022 Monica Rodriguez (/ Research Analyst - Monroe County , 1 rpr (4 Subject Property—VACANT LAN BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL Violation(s): 26-4.(b) —vegetation in canals (not compliant) _ Property is not in compliance Lien was recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County on 4/21/2023, Book 3221, Page 1700 and remains unpaid. a Lien $19,878.16 as of October 18, 2023 NOTES: NOTICE OF MOTION TO AUTHORIZE FORECLOSURE AND/OR MONEY JUDGMENT PROCEEDINGS & NOTICE OF HEARING was mailed via certified mail on 9/1/2023 to address on PRC. Return receipt was received, signed on 9/5/2023. PO not in communication with Research Analyst Monica Rodriguez, since mailing of Motion/Notice County is asking the Special Magistrate to authorize foreclosure and/or money judgment proceedings on the Order/Lien in this case. 1360 BEFORE I iiE CODE COMPLIANCE SPECIAL i,xiLGISTRATE JOHN VAN LANINGHAM MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ) Petitioner, ) VS. ) CASE NO.: CE20010022 FRANCYS M. HELLIESEN, ) Respondent(s). ) ) NOTICE OF MOTION TO AUTHORIZE FORECLOSURE AND/OR MONEY JUDGMENT PROCEEDINGS & NOTICE OF HEARING Petitioner, Monroe County, will move the Monroe County Code Compliance Special Magistrate, pursuant to F.S. 162.09(3),to authorize foreclosure and/or money judgment proceedings on the Code Compliance Final Order/Lien in this case,which was recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County on April 21, 2023, Book 3221, Page 1700 on the property that was the subject of the code compliance action described as:VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR.BIG PINE KEY, FLORIDA 33043, MONROE COUNTY, RE# 00266320000000, and upon any and all other real and/or personal property you own. The current outstanding amount of the County's lien as of August 22, 2023 is $14,178.16 (fines and costs) which continue to accrue and increase until the case is compliant and closed. This motion will be considered on October 26,2023 at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway, EOC Meeting Room at 9:00 a.m., Marathon, FL 33050. ALL PROPERTY OWNERS "'110 WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HEARING SHOULD ATTEND VIA.. Z430M WEBINAR. INSTRUCTIONS AXFAC14ED .HERETO. Kelly M. Dugan Assistant County nimey Fla. Bar No. 105870 Dtiganj<clly c:�Mr r r�gLgLN� y I I 1112`h Street, Suite 408 Key West, Florida 33040 (305)292-3470 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I hei-eby certify that oii this ... 1_....._(lay of W 2023 a copy of the f regohig was furnished to Respondent(s)via Certified Mail, Return Receipt Request No. �lb_ .4. I(0 to 00...._OU�.. 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR OVIEDO,FL 32765-6151. Code Coniplia e Department ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs speci accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding,please contact the County Administrator's Office,by phoning(305)292-4441,between the hours of 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.,no later than ten(10)calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired,call"71111. 1361 County of Monroe The Florida Keys �ry Code ComLallarwce Department ward of County t:atmrurnlissirancr�s 2798 Overseas Highway i "' Mayor Craig Cates, District I Marathon,Florida 33050 Mayor Pro Tern Holly Merrill Raschein, District 5 Voice:(305)289-2810 � � Michelle Lincoln,District 2 FAX: (305)289-2858 James K. Scholl, District 3 �29 David Rice,District 4 FRANCYS M.HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR. OVIEDO,FL 32765-6151 August 22,2023 Subject: Code Case: CE20010022 Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Dear Property Owner, This letter is to inform you that Monroe County, Florida has imposed a lien(s)against your property as a result of the above referenced code compliance actions. This lien is a lien on the property that was the subject of the code compliance action and upon any and all other real and/or personal property you own. Please take notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Code Compliance Special Magistrate on October 26,2023 at the Marathon Government Center,2798 Overseas Highway, EOC Meeting Room at 9:00 a.m., Marathon, FL 33050. ALL PROPERTY OWNERS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HEARING SHOULD 'T TEND VIA ZOOM WEBINAII. INSTRUCTIONS AI"TACHED HERE"I'O.The purpose of this hearing is to consider approval to initiate collection proceedings, (complaint for foreclosure and/or money judgment). Our records indicate that the violations remain on your property and the fines will continue to run until the property comes into compliance. If you have achieved compliance, please contact your Code Inspector at the appropriate location: Middle Keys: 2798 Overseas Highway, Suite 330 Marathon, FL 33050 (305)289-2810 Upper Keys: 102050 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037 (305)453-8806 Additionally,pursuant to F.S. §162.07(2),the County is entitled to recover all costs incurred in prosecuting the case and those costs are included in the lien authorized under F.S. §162.09(3). These costs will continue to accrue until the violations are corrected and the case is closed. Respectfully yours, AW 0 Monica.Rodr Cwu Code Compliance Research Analyst 305-289-2586 Rodri ue, ni l!igag''ippnroe ott -fl g y 1362 You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 26, 2023 9:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Magistrate Hearing — October 26, 2023 Please click the link below to join the webinar: https:llmcbocc.zoom.usljl89817567983 Or iP"hone one-tap : US: +16465189805„89817567983# or +16699006833„89817567983# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 webinar ID: 898 1756 7983 International numbers available: https://mcb,occ.zoom.us/u k6hc x6ou 1363 i MONROE COUNTY CODE COMPLI#,..CE MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Subject: Code Compliance Case CE20010022 Property Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Parcel ID: 00266320000000 FRANCYS M. HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR. OVIEDO, FL 32765-6151 1364 MONROE COUNTY FLORIDA CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT ......................................................................................... REGISTERED MAIL RECEIPTS TRACKING .......... 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CD 0 'NZ rrl CID 0 000 all. 0 g3 72m I�D z , 0 (D 0 1365 County of Monroe The Florida Keys Code Compliance 27 8 O erseas Higha Department apt � �� � Mayor CraigBoa rd of Cates, mmC to , oner 1 Marathon,Florida 33050 G ,, Mayor Pro Tern Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Voice:(305)289-2810 a Michelle Lincoln,District 2 FAX: (305)289-2858 James K. Scholl,District 3 ' David Rice,District 4 FRANCYS M.HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR. OVIEDO,FL 32765-6151 July 13, 2023 (COO PO Subject: Code Case: CE20010022 Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Dear Property Owner, The purpose of this letter is to inform you that Monroe County, Florida has imposed a lien against your property as a result of the above referenced code compliance action. This lien is a lien on the property that was the subject of the code compliance action and upon any and all other real and/or personal property you own. Our records indicate that the violation(s)remains on your property. Because your property is not in compliance the fines continue to accrue in the amount of$100.00 per day until the property comes into compliance. A daily fine of$100.00 per day has currently accrued for 97 days for a current total of$9,700.00. Additionally, pursuant to F.S. §162.07(2), since the County prevailed in prosecuting the case before the Special Magistrate for Code Compliance, the County is entitled to recover all costs incurred in prosecuting the case and those costs are included in the lien authorized under F.S. §162.09(3). To date, these costs are $478.16 and costs will continue to accrue until the violations are corrected and the case is closed. Therefore,the current amount of the Monroe County lien is $10,178.16 and fines and costs will continue to accrue until compliance is achieved and payment is received. Failure to bring your property into compliance within 15 days may result in a referral to the Monroe County Attorney's Office for further action. Respectfully yours, ) Cynthia J. McPherson Sr.Director Code Compliance (305)289-2508 McPlrersorr-C artlia morin-oecotmt -#l. ov 1366 County of Monroe The Florida Keys Code Compliance De artmen Roard of Cotinty Commissioners 2798 Overseas Highway Mayor Craig Cates,District 1 Marathon,Florida 33050 Mayor Pro Tern Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Voice: (305)289-2810 Michelle Lincoln,District 2 FAX: (305)289-2858 " James K.Scholl,District 3 David Rice,District 4 FRANCYS M HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSOMWOOD DR OVIEDO,FL 32765-6151 April 21, 2023 Subject: Code Case CE20010022 Property Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR, BIG PINE KEY,FL 33043 Real Estate No.: 00266320-000000 Dear Property Owner(s), This letter is to inform you that our records indicate that the violation(s)remain on your property and the fines will continue to run in the amount of$ 100.00 per day until the property comes into compliance. Additionally, a lien against your property was recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County on 04/21/23, Book 3221,Page 1700.The current amount of the County's lien is$1,878.16(fines and costs) which continue to accrue and increase until the case is compliant and closed. This lien is a lien on the property that was the subject of the code enforcement action and upon any and all other real and/or personal property you own. You can resolve this matter by bringing the property into compliance and remitting payment in full to: Monroe County Code Compliance Department;Attention:Nicole Petrick;2798 Overseas Highway,Suite 330;Marathon,Florida 33050. The County will then provide a Release and Satisfaction of Lien to you. If you have achieved compliance, please contact your Code Inspector at the appropriate location. Middle Keys: 2798 Overseas Highway, Suite 330,Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 289-2810 Upper Keys: 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 (305)453-8806 Respectfully yours, I Nicole Petrick, Liaison For questions regarding this letter, please contact your Inspector, Cynthia McPherson 305-289-2508 Mc,Pl7,ers.on.mCynthiaC?mon-roecoun,tv�I.QoY 1367 Doc#2414854 Bk#3221 Pg#1700 Electronically recorded 4/21/2023 at 9:07 AM Pages 6 _ Filed and Recorded in Official Records o. )NROE COUNTY KEVIN MADOK ElectronicallyREC: $52.50 BEFORE THE COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA MONROE COUNTY FLORIDA, Petitioner, VS. FRANCYS M HELLIESEN Case No.: CE20010022 Respondent(s). Subject Property Real Estate Number: 00266320-000000 LIEN 1 FINAL ORDER Having fully considered the evidence presented at hearing,including testimony of the Code Compliance Inspectors)and/or witnesses under oath,the following Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law are ORDERED: The Respondent(s)and/orAunorized Representative was not present via zoom webinar on Janua, 26 202 did not contest the-violation(s) set forth in the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing which is Incorporated herein as if fully set forth and attached hereto. (x) The Respondent(s)islare the owners)of property located within Monroe County and was/were duly noticed of the hearing. (x) The Respondent(s) Ware in violation of the Monroe County Code(s)as fully set forth in the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing served upon the Respondent(s). ( ) ONE-TIME FINE-The violation(s)is found to be irreparable or irreversible and a one-time fine of$ is ORDERED,payable within days of this Order. (x) COSTS - Pursuant to Section 162.07(2) of Florida Statutes all costs incurred by the County in prosecuting the case is ordered to be paid within thirty(30)days of compliance. Costs will continue to accrue until compliance is achieved and the case is closed. (x) The Respondent(s)shall comply with the Code(s)referred to in the Notice of ViolationlNotice of Hearing on or before 0410612_023 ("THE COMPLIANCE DATE"). (x) In the event the violation(s)were or are not corrected on the compliance date previously ordered or on the compliance date set forth herein,fine(s)in the dollar amount: 264.tt 100.00 for each day BEGINNING ON THE DAY AFTER THE COMPLIANCE DATE that the Respondent(s)is/are in violation is/are hereby ORDERED. (x) It is further ordered that the County is hereby authorized to make all reasonable repairs including demolition which are required to bring the property into compliance and charge the Respondent(s) with the cost of repairs incurred by the County,the costs of prosecution incurred by the County and any fines Ordered in this matter. ( ) The Respondent(s)were in violation of the MONROE COUNTY CODE(S)as fully set forth in the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing filed in this case and did not come into compliance on or before THE COMPLIANCE DATE but are now in compliance. The Respondent(s)shall pa the total amount of cost and/or fines($ )to Monroe County Code Compliance within thirty(30)days of this Order. (x) The Special Magistrate incorporates by reference the allegalion(s)in the Notice of ViolationlNotice of Hearing(attached hereto)and finds the allegation(s)was/were established by the County's WVtitness(es), Evidence and/or Exhibits that were introduced and accepted at the hearing. ( ) Othery Page 1 1368 Doe.#2414854 Page Number: 2 of G In the event of nonpayment of fines and/or costs imposed on Respondent(s),a certified copy of this Order may be recorded in the public records and shall thereafter constitute a lien against the land on which the violafion or violations exist and upon any other real or personal property owned by the violator. The County may institute foreclosure proceedings if the lien remains unpaid for three months and/or may sue to recover money judgment for the amount of the lien plus accrued interest. Please make checks payable to Monroe County Code Compliance and mail to. Monroe County Code Compliance, Attn: Office of the Liaison, 2798 Overseas Hwy.,Suite 330,Marathon, FL 33050, IT IS THE RESPONDENTS RESPONSIBILITY TO RE UEST A REINSPECTION TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE PROPERTY IS COMPLIANT BY CALLING ODCOMPLIANCE_ A 3 M 06 FOR E UPPER ' 305 -2810 R THE M ODLE KEYS; 05 295343 F R THE LOWER KEYS. DATED this 26TH day of January, 2023. John G. Laningh _ o Special Magi to APPEAL PROCEDURES Respondent(s)shall have 30 days from the date of the foregoing Order of the Special Magistrate to appeal said Order by filing a Notice of Appeal, signed by the Respondent(s). ANY AGGRIEVED PARTY, INCLUDING MONROE COUNTY, MAY HAVE APPELLATE RIGHTS WITH REGARD TO THIS ORDER PURSUANT TO SECTION 162.11, FLORIDA STATUTES.ANY SUCH APPEAL WILL BE LIMITED TO APPELLATE REVIEW OF THE RECORD CREATED BEFORE THE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE. ANY APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE EXECUTION OF THIS ORDER. CERTIFICATE OF ORDER I hereby certify that th' is a true and correct copy of the above Order. Nicole Petrick, Liaison CASE NUMBER: CE20010022 Respondent(s) mailing address of record with the Monroe County Property Appraisers Office: FRANCYS M HELLIESEN 2189 BLOSSONWOOD DR OVIEDO, FL 32765-6151 Location of subject property: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Real Estate Number: 00266320-000000 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE. I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of this Order has been furnished to the Respondent(s) via hand delivery I first class U.S. mail to Respondent(s) address of record with the Monroe County Property Appraiser's Office as referenced above and/or Authorized Representative NIA on this 27th day of January,2023. V/V A Y40-,�&.41 �4 - Nicole Petrick, Liaison Page 2 1369 Doc.#2414854 Page Number: 3 of 6 County of Monroe ' Code Compliance Department M 2798 Overseas Highways Marathon, Florida 33050 NOTICE OF VIOLATION/NOTICE OF HEARING To: FRANCYS M HELLIESEN Case Number: CE20010022 2189 BLOSSONWOOD DR OVIEDO FL 32765-6151 Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR.,BIG PINE KEY,FL 33043 Re Number: 00266320000000 DEAR PROPERTY OWNER, You are hereby notified that an investigation of the above property was initiated on 0110912020 and subsequently found the following violation(s)of the Monroe County Code: 26-4.(b)-VEGETATION IN CANALS THE VEGETATION ON THIS PROPERTY REQUIRES TRIMMING BACK BEHIND THE SHORELINE TO PREVENT FUTURE IMPEDIMENTS TO NAVIGATION. Corrective Action Required: CONTACT THE MONROE COUNTY BIOLOGIST FOR DETERMINATION OF PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. PERMITS AND APPROVALS MAY ALSO BE REQUIRED FROM THE ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS AND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. UPPER KEYS COUNTY BIOLOGIST 305-453-8730 MIDDLE KEYS AND LOWER KEYS COUNTY BIOLOGIST 305-289-2537 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 305-289-7070 ( PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Special Magistrate in the above case on 01/26/2023 at 9:00 AM at the Monroe County Government Regional Center, 2798 Overseas Hwy., Marathon, Florida. ALL PROPERTY OWNERS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HEARING SHOULD ATTEND VITA ZOOM WEBINAR.. INSTTRUCTIONS ATTACHED HERETO. (✓I You can avoid attending the hearing if all violation(s) noted above are corrected by 01/18/2023 and you have contacted your inspector. If a violation is corrected and then recurs, or if a violation is not corrected by the time specified, the case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing, PETITIONER'S 1 � E � olT`C 1370 Doe.#2414854 Page Number:4 of 6 ( ) The Code Inspector has reason to believe violation(s) or the condition causing the violation(s) presents a serious threat to the public health, safety, and welfare or is irreparable or irreversible in nature, therefore no compliance date has been provided. This case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the violation(s)have been corrected prior to the hearing. ( ) The Code Inspector has reason to believe repeat violation(s) have been found, therefore no compliance date has been provided. This case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the repeat violation(s)have been corrected prior to the hearing. If the Special Magistrate finds that violation(s) have occurred, then the Special Magistrate may impose fines, not to exceed $1.000 per day per violation for a first violation. $5.000 per day per violation for a repeat violation, and up to $15,000 per violation if the Special Magistrate finds the violation to be irreparable or irreversible in nature. In addition to such fines, the Special Magistrate may impose additional fines to cover all costs incurred by the County in enforcing its codes. If the County is forced to correct your violation(s), the Special Magistrate may order all costs incurred to be reimbursed to the County. THE IMPOSITION OF FINES AND/OR COSTS MAY RESULT IN A LIEN AGAINST YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY. You may appear and/or be represented by an attorney or authorized agent. If you are represented by an attorney, your attorney is required to file a written notice of appearance with the Liaison for the Special Magistrate. 2798 Overseas Highway. Suite 330. Marathon, FL 33050; Phone: (305) 289-2509. Fax: (305) 289-2858, or email directly to Petrick-Nicole a rnonroecoung-41. o , prior to the date of the hearing. You may request a copy of your case file by filing a public records request online: h :,"Irnonroecourft 1 e tr uest.com. 1`f °ou are re uestin the case ..:or_ our hearing. v our rea uest should be submitted no less than ten(10)days prior to our scheduled he�ri , You may request a continuance of the hearing for good cause shown. If you choose to request a continuance, a written request on the County's form must be made at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. If you choose to request a continuance, contact the Code Inspector listed below at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. A request for continuance DOES NOT GUARANTEE a postponement of your hearing. If you agree that the violation(s) exist as alleged in this Notice. you may request a Stipulation Agreement in lieu of attending the hearing. If you choose to request a Stipulation Agreement. contact the Code Inspector listed below at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. A request for a Stipulation Agreement does not guarantee a postponement of your hearing. It is important that you contact your inspector listed below. NOTE: IF YOU DECIDE TO APPEAL any decision by the Special Magistrate. you will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. which shall include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the Special Magistrate's Final Order. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT THE CODE INSPECTOR to confirm that you do not need to attend the hearing(s). Please contact your inspector at the appropriate location: MCERCwN, THIA Code Inspector PETITIONER'S EXHIBIT 2 l t.� 1371 Doc.#2414854 Page Number: 5 of 6 Middle Keys: 2798 Overseas Highway, Suite 330 Marathon, FL 33050 (305)289-2810 Upper Keys: 102050 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037 (305)453-8806 CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE I hereby certify that a copy hereof has been furnished to the above named addressee(s) by Certified Mail. Return Receipt Request No.: 7019 1120 0000 6230 91 one g-L"j 1?�A 14,apt 4? �p� 'l lo.to�� Code Compliance Department IF SERVICE IS NOT OBTAINED BY CERTIFIED RETURN RECEIPT MAIL. A TRUE AND ACCURATE COPY OF THIS NOTICE WILL BE POSTED AT THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE. ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711". PETITIONER% EXHISIT 3 :5 + , 1372 Doc.#2414854 Page Number:6 of 6 Special Magistrate Hearing - January 26, 2023 You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jan 26, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Special Magistrate Hearing - January 26, 2023 Please click the link below to join the webinar: !Ittps.11mcbocc.zoo..m.us/i/85628754636 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16465189805„85628754636# or +16699006833„85628754636# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 webinar ID: 856 2875 4636 International numbers available: htt s: mcb0cc.Zoom.us u kdANfcZYnf FTPETITION HIS 1373 County of Monroe Code Compliance Department , 2798 Overseas Highway Marathon, Florida 33050 NOTICE OF VIOLATION/NOTICE OF HEARING To: FRANCYS M HELLIESEN Case Number: CE20010022 2189 BLOSSONWOOD DR OVIEDO FL 32765-6151 Location: VACANT LAND BIGONIA DR., BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 Re Number: 00266320000000 DEAR PROPERTY OWNER, You are hereby notified that an investigation of the above property was initiated on 01/09/2020 and subsequently found the following violation(s) of the Monroe County Code: 26-4.(b) - VEGETATION IN CANALS THE VEGETATION ON THIS PROPERTY REQUIRES TRIMMING BACK BEHIND THE SHORELINE TO PREVENT FUTURE IMPEDIMENTS TO NAVIGATION. Corrective Action Required: CONTACT THE MONROE COUNTY BIOLOGIST FOR DETERMINATION OF PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. PERMITS AND APPROVALS MAY ALSO BE REQUIRED FROM THE ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS AND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. UPPER KEYS COUNTY BIOLOGIST 305-453-8730 MIDDLE KEYS AND LOWER KEYS COUNTY BIOLOGIST 305-289-2537 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 305-289-7070 ( *PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the Special Magistrate in the above case on 01/26/2023 at 9:00 AM at the Monroe County Government Regional Center, 2798 Overseas Hwy., Marathon, Florida. ALL PROPERTY OWNERS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HEARING SHOULD ATTEND VIA ZOOM WEBINAR. INSTRUCTIONS ATTACHED HERETO. ( You can avoid attending the hearing if all violation(s) noted above are corrected by 01/18/2023 and you have contacted your inspector. If a violation is corrected and then recurs, or if a violation is not corrected by the time specified, the case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing. 374 ( ) The Code Inspector has reason to believe violation(s) or the condition causing the violation(s) presents a serious threat to the public health, safety, and welfare or is irreparable or irreversible in nature, therefore no compliance date has been provided. This case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the violation(s) have been corrected prior to the hearing. ( ) The Code Inspector has reason to believe repeat violation(s) have been found, therefore no compliance date has been provided. This case may be presented to the Special Magistrate even if the repeat violation(s) have been corrected prior to the hearing. If the Special Magistrate finds that violation(s) have occurred, then the Special Magistrate may impose fines, not to exceed $1,000 per day per violation for a first violation, $5,000 per day per violation for a repeat violation, and up to $15,000 per violation if the Special Magistrate finds the violation to be irreparable or irreversible in nature. In addition to such fines, the Special Magistrate may impose additional fines to cover all costs incurred by the County in enforcing its codes. If the County is forced to correct your violation(s), the Special Magistrate may order all costs incurred to be reimbursed to the County. THE IMPOSITION OF FINES AND/OR COSTS MAY RESULT IN A LIEN AGAINST YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY. You may appear and/or be represented by an attorney or authorized agent. If you are represented by an attorney, your attorney is required to file a written notice of appearance with the Liaison for the Special Magistrate, 2798 Overseas Highway, Suite 330, Marathon, FL 33050; Phone: (305) 289-2509, Fax: (305) 289-2858, or email directly to Petrie:-1 icole@mont'oecounti -fl. ov, prior to the date of the hearing. You may request a copy of your case file by filing a public records request online: latt s://mo,j,iroeco,unt,yfl.nextre_quest.com. If you are requesting the case file in re aration for dour hearing, your request should be submitted no less Chap ten '10° da s rior to your scheduled hearin,. You may request a continuance of the hearing for good cause shown. If you choose to request a continuance, a written request on the County's form must be made at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. If you choose to request a continuance, contact the Code Inspector listed below at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. A request for continuance DOES NOT GUARANTEE a postponement of your hearing. If you agree that the violation(s) exist as alleged in this Notice, you may request a Stipulation Agreement in lieu of attending the hearing. If you choose to request a Stipulation Agreement, contact the Code Inspector listed below at least five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. A request for a Stipulation Agreement does not guarantee a postponement of your hearing. It is important that you contact your inspector listed below. NOTE: IF YOU DECIDE TO APPEAL any decision by the Special Magistrate, you will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which shall include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the Special Magistrate's Final Order. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT THE CODE INSPECTOR to confirm that you do not need to attend the hearing(s). Please contact your inspector at the appropriate location: b MC I � R OI , P- `TH)iA Code Inspector M 75 Middle Keys: 2798 Overseas Highway, Suite 330 Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 289-2810 Upper Keys: 102050 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037 (305) 453-8806 CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE I hereby certify that a copy hereof has been furnished to the above named addressee(s) by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Request No.: 7019 1120 0000 6230 91 oai ��_ i' w _. ..........- ._...... Code Compliance Department IF SERVICE IS NOT OBTAINED BY CERTIFIED RETURN RECEIPT MAIL, A TRUE AND ACCURATE COPY OF THIS NOTICE WILL BE POSTED AT THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE. ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711". ���111111111��1���rrrrrrrtt 1376 Special Magistrate blearing - January 26, 2023 You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jan 26, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Time (DNS and Canada) Topic: Special Magistrate Hearing - January 26, 2023 Pllease click the link below to join the webinar: h ml . i !' 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McPherson, CFM Sr. Director,Code Compliance Monroe County Code Compliance 2798 Overseas Hwy#330 Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 289-2508 McPherson-C nthia monroecaunt -fl, ov HELP US TO HELP YOU! Please note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the County regarding County business are public record, available to the public and media upon request. Your email communication may be subject to public disclosure. From:Trevor Wirth [mailto:TWirth@keysso.net] Sent:Thursday, December 19, 2019 9:30 AM To: Bergh-Beth <Bergh-Beth@monroecounty-fl.gov>; McPherson-Cynthia <McPherson-Cynthia@MonroeCounty- FL.Gov> Subject: RE: Eden Pines Canals CAUTION:This email originated from outside of the County.Whether you know the sender or not, do not click links or open attachments you were not expecting. Hi Beth and Cynthia, I circled the vacant lots at the end of Geranium, Bigonia, and Violet (attached)that really need the vegetation cut back on the canal side. The lot on Bigonia is especially overgrown and interfering with navigation through he canal. I be very thankful if you could have those lots cut back. �% rP m "� wlw uM "" 4 F s • ',1 fir+ r � � 41 ,�..�, ,.':,, ✓a� l r✓r� mG ,�rroa Ak I �' :s nt IX,',1�� „TaN':✓ n as e 1 ry ^��v i �aims AM I I� �Ir I I / r r"w r v I � ' i KK i/o o-" mrvux 4 vi D F � 1 a � � w Iaf II, � 4 I ff q k `rI I r w r� NDI�drC/yry�IarRr�iUiiio�arrriUi//i�r „I rr r�„ ,u:. r, r r,V(uis1,,,1fY;'t�r�r7�i/✓ri)�ro + 1 ahr r n= r f/ ir/ �/ Thanks, Trevor From: Bergh-Beth [rnailto Ber, h-Beth monroeunty-fl,gov] Sent:Tuesday,September 10, 2019 10:12 AM To:Trevor Wirth<TWirth@keysso.net> Subject: Eden Pines Canals Hi Sgt Wirth, I've attached aerial photos of the Eden Pines canals(west of Fern)for your reference. The parcels shown in green hatching are County conservation lands; vacant lots that are not hatched are private property. 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GARCIA — 11/14/2022 1389 1 COPY County of Monroe Code Compliance Department COURTESY NOTICE OF CODE VIOLATION Case: CE20010022 Date Issued: 5,21 '2020 RED": 00266320-000000 Owner/Tenant; Francys M Helliesen Property Location: Vacant Bigonia Dr Lot 9 Address: 2189 Blossomwood Drive Big Pine Key, FL 33043 Oviedo, FL 32765 This letter is intended to seek your cooperation in bringing your property into compliance without further Code Compliance Action.Our office received a complaint and an inspection of this property reveals violations of the following: Property to be cleaned of Trash& Debris X Property overgrown requires trimming(Vegetation on/near the Canal) Unlawful Disposal Dumping or disposal of any solid waste, or trash and debris Prohibited Signs'Signs Requiring Permits Mobile Vending'Sales form the Right of Way Abandoned Vehicles Trailers Abandoned Vessels Parking:Storage and or habitation of Trucks,Trailers,Travel Trailers and RV's Rights of Way Use or Improvements Corrective Action: The vegetation on this property along the canal requires trimming back behind the shoreline to prevent future impediments to navigation. Please contact the Monroe County Biologist for permit requirements at(305)295-3181. Corrective measures must be taken within 30 days from the date of hand delivery, posting or postmark of this communication. Failure to comply within allotted time may result in a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing being issued to you. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILTY TO CONTACT THE CODE INSPECTOR below for re-inspection. lssued Posted mailed by: �� � Date ,w t�;�,�: In�'��«M V, '� 4 w% Inspector: Stan Anders 305-289-2819 - Please call with any questions 1390 ,u , P ���� copy i IN County of.Monroe Code Compliance Department COURTESY NOTICE OF CODE VIOLATION Case: CE20010022 Owner/Tenant:Francys M Helliesen Date Issued: 10/05/2022 Address: 2189 Blossomwood Dr RE#: 00266320-000000 Oviedo FL 32765 Location: Vacant Lan Bigonia Dr Big Pine Key This Letter Is intended to seek your cooperation in bringing your property into compliance without further Code Compliance Action.An Inspection of this property reveals violations of the following: Property to be cleaned of Trash &Debris&Construction Site Debris Property overgrown requires trimming(Vegetation on/in the Canal) Unlawful Disposal/Dumping or disposal of any solid waste,or trash and debris Prohibited Signs/Signs Requiring Permits Mobile Vending/Sales form the Right of Way Abandoned Vehicles/Trailers Abandoned Vessels Parking/Storage and/or habitation of Trucks,Trailers,Travel Trailers and RV's Rights of Way Use or Improvements Corrective Action:The ve station on this property alone the canal rea nires trimming back behind the shoreline to prevent fultire impediments to navigation.Please contact the.Monroe.County Biolo ist for permi requirements at. 305 289-2 6.1. Corrective measures must be taken within 30 days from the date of hand delivery,posting or postmark of this communication. Failure to comply within allotted time may result in a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing being issued to you. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILTY TO CONTACT THE CODE INSPECTOR for re-inspection. Please contact your inspector at the appropriate location indicated below. Middle Keys: 2798 Overseas Hwy, Suite 330 Marathon,FL. 33050 (305) 289-2810 Issued/Posted/mailed by:, AG _ ..--- D ate 0S1-a0 Q-. Print Inspector Name: Andres D Garcia Phone: 305-289-2563 Email: Garcia-Andres@monroecounty-fl.gov 1391 Garcia-Andres From: Rosch-Mark Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 2:51 PM To: Bergh-Beth Cc: Garcia-Andres; Christman-Kevin Subject: Re: About Code Case CE20010022/ Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 Andres, Beth is correct. The owner of record, Francys Helliesen, is deceased and her estate must be probated in order to clear the property title for a sale.Although the heir to this particular lot (Linda Helliesen-Miller) made a good faith effort,the estate is unable to complete the probate process, so the Land Authority has rescinded its purchase agreement and will not be acquiring title. Mark J. Rosch,AICP Sr. Property Acquisition Specialist Monroe County Land Authority 1200 Truman Avenue, Suite 207 Key West, FL 33040 Phone: (305) 295-5180 On Sep 13, 2022, at 1:36 PM, Bergh-Beth <Bergh-Beth@monroecounty-fl.gov>wrote: Andres, Mark may add to this response but, FYI—the County is no longer under contract to purchase this property. Therefore, we will not be able to address the vegetation extending into the canal from the privately owned lot. Beth Bergh Monroe County Land Steward From: Garcia-Andres<Garcia-Andres@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov> Sent:Tuesday, September 13, 2022 1:29 PM To: Christman-Kevin <Christman-Kevin@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>; Rosch-Mark<Rosch- Mark@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov> Cc: Bergh-Beth<Bergh-Beth@monroecounty-fl.gov> Subject: RE:About Code Case CE20010022/ Parcel ID:00266320-000000 Good afternoon Mark, This is a follow up on an old case we have in which we haven't been able to close yet. As of current time, do you know if the County will at the end purchase this property and remove any possible vegetation interfering with canal navigation? Sincerely, I 1 -392 II,NICDII°IIC:.S C. GAII:i IA COICDIlia: III F ll!CT01't MONROE COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT MARATHON GOVERNMENT CENTER 2798 OVERSEAS HWY.SUITE 330. MARATHON,FL 33050. 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Hope everyone has a a great weekend!, and just let me know when I'm free to roam around that unit and I can provide a status report as needed. Thanks, Kevin Kevin W. Christman Assistant Land Steward, Monroe County w .. 'ic�uuro e ,.ra�u ui . j ll�:.�jo E-mail: �� :u• tu�:�au:� � :ufl�� ... Work Cell: (305) 394-1030 Office: (305) 289-2511 sch-Mark r@m �grr F� Coy? From: Rosch-Mark<....g _c��nal,y, Sent: Friday,July 1, 2022 4:00 PM To: Garcia-Andres<Ga r ia: A :d -!,scDNorLt OE O L r t >; Christman-Kevin <Q7miJsirnan- L ��y r Il oinrar�eCQUnty.........__ v> Cc: Bergh-Beth<13 h,wBed COUr"It > Subject: RE: About Code Case CE20010022/Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 " "� " � Yes, that is fine with me. Happy 41n 2 r 1393 Mark J. Rosch, AICP Sr. Property Acquisition Specialist Monroe County Land Authority Phone: (305) 295-5180 From: Garcia-Andres<Garcia And r @[V`llor'troeC writ m_±Lmm����a> Sent: Friday,July 1, 2022 3:57 PM mm M���i IUi aa� .rarw � y tt( w(wl..Gov>; Christman-Kevin<Ch�h_r�str naafi.:::: To: Rosch-Mark<Rosch mPa,n. ILYLn0til—Ao l goo > Cc: Bergh-Beth <5 bbir ��n.�r„��t�M �rnnnrnn't'2 r era � ��. i4 .a > Subject: RE:About Code Case CE20010022/ Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 Hi Mark, Thank you for reaching out, I understand that title processes are lengthy when there are issues involved. I can check again in 30 days if is ok with you. Thank you for checking with Mark, Kevin. Have a great 4th of July weekend to you both. Sincerely, ANDRE.S U, GARCIA ODE INSPEaOR MONROE COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT MARATHON GOVERNMENT CENTER 2798 OVERSEAS HWY.SUITE 330. MARATHON,FL 33050. OIFHCE, (305) 289-2563 FANS: (:, 05) 289 2858 EMAIL_ .Mcr ..mCn res n c, untyk t,g 1'wIII..I11EASII: U�I'Om1"'E:"III III NIII';I SI""Al111l' U„UIII III II U:'UIRIIIDA HAS A VERY I° ROAIII';)141PI..IIIC 1°'(III'k0R1III)S I AW. mosr WRII..I LIE'. C0IIIS1M!tlNICA III IOIIIS S I(,)OR III POIIIAII I I 1E SOI.IN"III Y IISIII';ISmAIIIUI)IIIISG COI.11IN III Y BI)sINESS AJISIII';I SIUIICSII*1"T.I.O I111,1UI3III..1 II11II';(mOIISIIIIS AAAIIIIII,.AIISIII..III''m TO S"1°°IIIIII';I 1111)BUC ANEP ME1'UIIIA I.IIII')OIIIS II[:t1EQEIIII'ISE",YOUR 1EM AJIIIII..S0IIMIA1I.II ICAilf ION LAMAS III13E SEU1:'I'.UIECT°'SO 1°1III11'LAIC IIfU1SS;I..OSIM.UIIIIE. From: Rosch-Mark<Rosch-Mad( 4 Mo-i'r roe oLt jty-FLL.3)p Sent: Friday,July 1, 2022 3:47 PM C rl nm re cnu tVrFL ®mv>h wITimS ew 1,1110e IT a uar;s _1 'Go r y>; Garcia-Andres< .... aircia d Cc: Bergh-Beth <B r p tip r ir'oj r r�rgnt tl )y> Subject: RE: About Code Case CE20010022/Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 Hello Kevin and Andres:. Yes, the Land Authority has a contract to purchase Parcel ID 00266320-000000 but the transaction has not closed yet due to problems with the property title. Andres, would it be possible for you to put this on hold for another week or two while we try to get it the title problem resolved? Mark J. Rosch, AICP Sr. Property Acquisition Specialist Monroe County Land Authority Phone: (305) 295-5180 From: Christman-Kevin <0wiristrnar Ke irr fi�I� cLLir LL� try J ly 2 > Sent: Friday,July 1, 2022 3:06 PM To:Garcia-Andres<Gar 6a. AndresL(+6 mr�)LCcarrn I C , nra > Cc: Bergh-Beth<I do.:.:E r IIu c rwor d a a sra: .-0 f a) >; Rosch-Mark<C e:SCC 'J i rda l I rii�rt crimp. . FL.Cov> Subject: Re: About Code Case CE20010022/ Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 Hello Andres, Regarding a code complaint on this lot, I am not sure.According to what I go off of in the field,it appears to be privately owned.This is the first time I've heard anything about this lot. Mark, are you aware if this unit(Re# 266320) is currently on our radar to be purchased for conservation? Thanks all, Kevin Kevin W. Christman Assistant Land Steward, Monroe County E-mail (;::lai_ist�ii,ri;i 1< vi:i@1 oi-iii-oe �a�r,u w1 I.w. ..r : Work Cell: (305) 394-1030 Office: (305) 289-2511 From: Garcia-Andres<Garcia-Andre_ws@ir M .�m°rn o FmW mu art AFI o > Sent: Friday,July 1, 2022 1:45 PM To: Christman-Kevin < Ilrr istfnan emvrlmum r Y mlrm t rrr�ty (9 .0 > Cc: Bergh-Beth<B+ gLi-. ft r�rgrrr°o e L Li rJ'Cy it t qy> Subject:About Code Case CE20010022/ Parcel ID: 00266320-000000 Greetings Kevin, This code case is about a vacant lot located at the end of Bigonia Dr in Big Pine Key(property records attached for better reference): I am doing a follow up on an old case we have in which we haven't been able to close yet. Reason for it is because this case is about vegetation growing into the canal affecting safe navigation. Case records show that this property is (or was I am not sure yet) in the process in being bought by the County for conservation purposes and to trim any vegetation extending into the canal. Do you have any pending purchase records of it? If yes, can you provide us a status? Thanks in advance and happy 4tn of July weekend. r CODE 11IYS,z1croi41 MONROE COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT MARATHON GOVERNMENT CENTER 2798 OVERSEAS HWY.SUITE 330. MARATHON,FL 33050. EIII g rd w dr §1lLi il,E� 1�a1urlro p_ P111.I111:: SE IN()II1.1":..1..1111111;I;IU"III' "m 0111 1 ImU 111111 A 11AS A VIE111111Y 111U1111 1J11'1 IINJI)LIC Ftl:IICORIDS 1.. 1I . 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Summary Parcel ID 00266320-000000 Account# 1337960 Property ID 1337960 MillageGroup SOON Location Address VACANT LAN BIGONIA Dr,BIG PINE KEY Legal Description BK 6 LT 9 EDEN PINES COLONY P134-158 BIG PINE KEY OR404-157E OR460-781 OR1167-998DC QlNante.INcrl:4'a7 Ihya^.4,uaax:nl cairn Ilrpl;,,all rclowmr;ulrfs.) Neighborhood 635 Property Class VACANT RES(0000) Subdivision EDEN PINES COLONY Sec/rwp/Rng 15/66/29 Affordable Housing No r Fro r✓,r� i�J vJ,c,�ri�i'ruir���;�fre 1337960-20160129 Owner HEL9..IF..SEN FRANCYS M 2189 Blossomwood Dr Oviedo FL 32765 Valuation 2023 Certified Values 2022 Certified Values 2021 Certified Values 2020 Certified Values + Market Improvement Value $0 $0 $0 $0 + Market Misc Value $0 $0 $0 $0 + Market Land Value $59,795 $67,269 $44,846 $44,846 = Just Market Value $59,795 $67,269 $44,846 $44,846 = Total Assessed Value $33,705 $30,641 $27,855 $25,323 - School Exempt Value $0 $0 $0 $0 = School Taxable Value $59,795 $67,269 $44,846 $44,846 Historical Assessments Year Land Value Building Value Yard Item Value Just(Market)Value Assessed Value Exempt Value Taxable Value Maximum Portability 2022 $67,269 $0 $0 $67,269 $30,641 $0 $67,269 $0 2021 $44,846 $0 $0 $44,846 $27,855 $0 $44,846 $0 2020 $44,846 $0 $0 $44,846 $25,323 $0 $44,846 $0 2019 $34,382 $0 $0 $34,382 $23,021 $0 $34,382 $0 2018 $20,928 $0 $0 $20,928 $20,928 $0 $20,928 $0 'tlhe Max!imnunI'durt.alkrlilikyismiesflmaaeonu yadndn11'uo0duioaa�tIdeireiiede upon astl1lueartua11 poi[aalbilloo.r/amount.r.asuulact:our Office&.ab?rc.Ks,the rarrival POI 0alblllkyc+u'rouar'iu:,. Land Land Use Number of Units UnitType Frontage Depth RESIDENTIAL CANAL UNPERMITTED(01CM) 7,666.00 Square Foot 0 0 Sales Sale Date Sale Price Instrument Instrument Number Deed Book Deed Page Sale Qualification Vacant or Improved Grantor Grantee 2/1/1970 $2,600 Conversion Code 460 781 Q-Qualified Vacant View Tax Info View Taxes for this Parcel Photos hops://gpublic.schneidercorp.com/Application.aspx?AppI D=605&Layerl D=9946&PageTypeID=4&Pagel D=7635&Q=1387881066&KeyValue=0026632. 1397 1/18/24,6:00 PM gPublic.net-Monroe County,FL-Report:00266320-000000 � ��.of a ✓'e it JM a'�u V 733796g4019012p Map YY� rr TRIM Notice Ii No data available for the following modules:Buildings,Yard Items,Permits,Sketches(click to enlarge). 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HELLIESEN and her property, Vacant Land Bigonia Dr., Big Pine Key, Florida, to seek compliance with the County Code and enforce the lien(s) arising from code compliance case number CE20010022. ITEM BACKGROUND: CE20010022: This property has been the subject of a code compliance case for vegetation in canals (not compliant). The fines total $28,600.00 as of January 18, 2024 and will continue to accrue at $100.00 per day, until compliance is achieved. A hearing was scheduled for January 26, 2023 and the property owner was not present. The Special Magistrate found the property in violation and ordered a compliance date of April 6, 2023. The County's lien was recorded on April 21, 2023. A subsequent hearing was held on October 26, 2023 and the property owner was not present. The Special Magistrate found the property remained in violation and granted the County's motion to proceed with collections. The code case remains open for non- compliance and failure to pay outstanding fines and costs. The Monroe County Property Appraiser lists the Just Market Value as $59,795. The property is not homesteaded and there is no mortgage recorded. There are no pending foreclosure actions at this time, however there is a title issue that will need to be resolved before the property could be acquired. Under the policy adopted in Resolution 057-2014 the available legal options in regard to the County's lien on this property are: 1. Initiate litigation against the property owner for injunction, foreclosure, money judgment and/or writ of execution; 1401 2. Allow the liens to remain against the property owner, the subject property and any other property owned by the property owner; and/or 3. Release the lien. Additionally, the title issue may warrant the County initiating a probate action in order to resolve ownership. County staff recommends initiating litigation (option 1) against the property owners for injunction, foreclosure, money judgment and/or writ of execution. County staff also recommends approving the initiation of a probate action. PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: Approval of Resolution No. 057-2014 on March 19, 2014 adopting "ATTACHMENT A" as Procedure to be used after a Final Order has been rendered by the Code Compliance Special Magistrate to initiate injunctive relief for non-compliant properties, foreclosure and/or money judgment actions for collection of unpaid fines and/or costs from a property owner. INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval DOCUMENTATION: AIS Supporting does CE20010022 Helliesen.pdf Resolution 057-2014 LIEN PROCESS.pdf FINANCIAL IMPACT: 148-50001 Growth Management Admin- $2,500.00 1402 Ai . a MONROE COUNTY,FLORIDA RESOLUTION NO.373-2014 A RESOLUTION OF THE HOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROF COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE PROCEDURES TO BE USED FOR THE ABATEMENT OF OVERGROWN CANAL VEGETATION THAT IMPEDE SAFE. NAVIGATION AND OVERGROWN DRY LOT VEGETATION THAT IS UNSAFE. OR UNSANITARY AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WFIF R'F'A:S, Section 162 09 1). Florida Statutes and. Monme. County Cade Section - 31(aa)give the Special Magistrate eappuinted to hear C."od%:Curnpliance costs the authority io impose 0nes and casts, additionally, if the violation is a vinlation that is a scrimas threat ta'a the public health. safety. and welfare or if the violation is irreparablc or irrocrsible in nature, then the Special Magistrate shall ta+otil°y the Board of C,`ounty Commissioner which, may make all reasonable repairs which ;are required to bring a property into caarnphunce and charge the viulatur with the reasonable cost ol"repaui alonj! with lkncs imposed by the Special Ma,gistraic allcr a finding that the property owner has violated the Monroc County Codc(s);and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.09131, Honda Statutes and lalonroc County Code a certified copy of an, Order imposing a fine or n tine plus repair craws may he recorded in the public records and thereafter constitute a lieaa against the land un which the violation cxisisind capon anyP other real or personal property owned by the violator" and WHEREAS,a certified ccapay of the.Order imposing thc:fines and costs becomes a lien on all real and personal property owned by the violator once recorded with the County Clerk;and WHEREAS,the County has the uutlw ity to reyucA an inspection warrant,it"ticeded, to enter private property that is not an cavwncr,occupaicd family residence to enforce its nodes and recorded hens under Florida Statute 433.21 when cause as defined in Florida Statute 933.22 is deemed to exist;and 1403 WHEREAS,some property owners do not voluntarily gain compliance and continue to allow an unsafe,unsanitary or navigational hazard to occur at or on their properties; WHEREAS,the Board of County Commissioners rind overgrown canal vegetation that imp des safe navigation on canals as defined in Monroe County Coda:Section 264(.b) and overgrown dry lot vegetation that is unsafe or unsanitary under Monroe County Code Section 21-20 ia)and(b)to be a serious threat to the public health,safety and wvelfare WHEREAS,the Board of County Commissioners finds it in the public's interest to have a formalized written procedure to be used after a Final Order has been rendered by the Cade Compliance Special Magistrate Binding a violation of Monroe County Code Section 264(b) and or Section 21.20(a)or(b) to initiate an inspection %varrant, if needed,. and thereafter to remove vegetation to gain compliance on a privately owned property and add the costs of the County made repairs to the lien; NOW,THEREFORE,BE 1T RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY: Section I: The County's formal procedure is hereby adopted as set forth in MONROE COUNTY OVERGROWN VEGETATION ON CANALS AND DRY LOTS ABATEMENT PROCEDURE. Section 2: This resolution and the incorporated policies shall become effective upon adoption by the County Commission. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS of Monroe County, Florida,at a regular meeting of said board held on the 17th of October_,,, _o 2014. Mayor Sylvia Murphy Ye8 Mayor pro Lenz Danny L.Kolhage Yes„_ mm Commissioner Heather Carruthers YeB,.,.._,.._.. Commissioner George Neugcnt area Commissioner David Rice BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, 1DA BY. lvluyo Sylvi urphy (SEAL) ATTEST: AMY HEAVILIN,CLERK a � Dcputy Clerk plpf moo, P L raaaarr 1404 MONROE COUNTY OVERGROWN VEGETATION ON CANALS AND DRY LOTS ABATEMENT PROCEDURE Adopted 10/17/14 Code Compliance Inspector/Director 1. If not compliant upon re-inspectlon,Code Compliance Inspector will notify Code Compliance Director and Assistant County Attorney who will authorize a title search to verify dry lot ownership or canal ownership(if the overgrown vegetation is on a canal). 2. Violations of overgrown canal vegetation owned by adjacent property owners that are not in compliance will be reviewed by the BOCC at the next possible meeting to authorize the necessary court action,including but not limited to a request for an Inspection warrant(if applicable and canal is owned by private property owner)to proceed with entering the subject property For the purpose of trimming after the Special Magistrate Final Order. If canal is owned by the State of Florida or County,no Inspection warrant will be issued. 3. If an inspection warrant Is sought notice will be provided to property owner by certified mail. 4. Once Code Compliance receives the necessary authority to trim canal vegetation or dry lot, Code Compliance shall notify the property owner by certified mail. Monroe County Code Compliance 1. Request for quotes from qualified contractors to do lot mowing or canal vegetation trimming A. Canal lots with mangroves requires a DEP permit and an approved DEP contractor must perform the trimming B. Canal lots with non-mangroves(Buttonwood,Brazilian Pepper,etc.)requires a county permit and a licensed'contractor(landscaper)may perform trimming C. Canal lots with both mangroves and non-mangroves requires a DER and County permit and the approved DEP contractor trims both D. Dry lots do not require a permit for mowing/trimming and may be trimmed by a contractor(landscaper)who may or may not be licensed'. A landscaper,who only mows vegetation and picks up palm Fronds,does not plant vegetation,does not trim trees above 6%etc. is not required to have a county license' 2. Confirm qualifications,licenses and Insurance 3. Acceptance of lowest quote from qualified contractors only 4. Notice will be provided to property owner via certified mail or posting that the vegetation on the canal or dry lot will be trimmed by contractor within 45 days of date of notice. 5. Contractor obtains necessary permit(s)and completes trimming 6. Final Inspections completed by Biologist and/or Code Compliance Inspector 7. Payment to contractor by Monroe County S. Lien riled to recover costs for trimming from responsible canal adjacent private property owner or land owner, in the case of a dry lot 'NOTE:The term"licensed"refers to the issuance of a county certificate of competency Special Magistrate Liaison 1. Property Owner notified In writing of costs due for trimming and prosecution 2. Costs filed as a lien(if not paid In 30 days)in County Clerk's office. 1405 MONROE COUNTY OVERGROWN VEGETATION ON CANALS AND DRY LOTS ABATEMENT PROCEDURE Adopted 10/17/14 PURPOSE:To abate impacts to surrounding property owners who are affected by overgrown privately owned dry lots violating code section 21-20(a)and(b)and overgrown canals(either privately owned or adjacent to privately owned land)where overgrowth Is impeding safe navigation violating code section 264(b),by allowing county to trim overgrowth and lien responsible property owner. Administrative Assistant 1. Monroe County Code Compliance receives or initiates a complaint of an overgrown lot or canal. 2. Code Compliance Administrative Assistant takes complaint and completes the"New Case" checklist. 3. Complaint is routed to the Code Compliance Inspector for the area. Code Compliance Inspector&Administrative Assistant 1. Code Compliance Inspector inspects the property,takes photos and documents findings. 2. Code Compliance Inspector refers the case to the Biologist for a vegetation determination and violation confirmation far canal lots. A Biologist determination Is not required for mowing high grass and weeds or removing dead vegetative debris on dry lots. 3. Code Compliance Inspector sends the Owner of Record a Courtesy Notice of Violation indicating corrective actions to be taken and a compliance period to make the corrections. The compliance period varies depending on type of vegetation and permit requirements. 4. The Biologlst/Code Compliance Inspector completes a re-inspection on the compliance date. 5. If non-compliant„the Code Compliance Department shall issue a notice of violation and proceed through the established process before the Code Compliance Special Magistrate. Code Compliance Inspector 1. Code Compliance Inspector will post the NOV/NOH at the property and at the Court House simultaneously if good service has not been achieved by certified mail. 2. The case Is forwarded to the Special Magistrate Liaison and scheduled for hearing. Special Magistrate Liaison 1. If found In violation at hearing and If the overgrowth Is found to be unsafe or unsanitary by the Special Magistrate,under MCC 21-20(a)and(b)or Impeding safe navigation under MCC 264(b)the Special Magistrate will order:correction of the violation, a compliance date, assess fines per day per charge if compliance is not achieved by the compliance date that will accrue until compliance is reached,and the costs to be determined at a later date which will be ordered to be paid within 30 days. 2. An appeal of the Special Magistrate order may be filed within thirty(30)days of the Order. 3. If appealed,case is taken by County Attorney. 4. If not appealed, Special Magistrate Liaison notifies the Code Compliance Inspector of the compliance date and schedules a re-inspection. S. If not compliant on the compliance date,Special Magistrate Liaison Files the Final Order as a lien in the County Clerk's Office within fourteen(14)days of the compliance date providing notice to the property owner of record via 1"class Mall or hand delivery. 1406