9-13-16 Minutes.pdfIN ATTENDANCE
Members:
Benjamin de Luna, Chair
Don Sasser
Lindsay Norman
Richard Lombardi
Louis Keith, Vice Chair
ABSENT
Kirk Hansen (Excused)
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MINUTES
6:00 P.M. — SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
Brenna Durden, City Attorney
Deborah White, Code Enforcement Officer
Dayna Williams, Secretary
Chair Ben de Luna called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Secretary Dayna Williams read the roll, finding a quorum was present.
1. Miscellaneous Business
A. Introduction to the new Code Enforcement Officer.
Chair de Luna explained the main purpose of this meeting was to be introduced to Deborah White, the new
Code Enforcement Officer. He explained that she had been the Code Enforcement Officer before and it had
been a very pleasant, great experience.
B. Open Discussion.
Ms. White introduced herself and described her extensive work experience and certifications. She provided the
Board a sample agenda packet, stating she wanted to give the Board members an example and overview of the
paperwork and documentation they will be receiving prior to each meeting. She explained the items included in
the packet would be the agenda, the case history reports on each individual case, and a staff recommendation at
the end of each case history. She stated she also does a powerpoint presentation of the cases showing photos
(with dates) of the property.
Mr. Norman inquired how the process works and asked her to walk him through the process and the steps taken.
Ms. White stated the City is both reactive and proactive. She stated if she receives a complaint she will go and
check it out and she also goes out and rides through the neighborhoods. She explained she first identifies if
there is an issue and either leaves a courtesy notice (like a door hanger), or she sends a certified letter giving
them a reasonable time to correct the violation. She then goes back to reinspect and if the violation is not
corrected and in compliance, then a Notice of Hearing is sent and it comes before the Board. She stated in
between there are conversations, meetings with people and so forth. She tries to work with everybody prior to
coming to the Board. Discussion ensued.
Mr. Lombardi remarked that most people are unaware they are violating a City Ordinance and he suggested
exploring options to help educate the citizens, either through the newspaper or some other method. Ms. White
stated we are starting to do something along those lines. She explained the City Manager's Assistant requested
information on issues she could include in the City's newsletter every month. Ms. White provided her an article
on the storage and parking of recreational vehicles, as it is one of the more prevalent issues she sees throughout
the city.
Mr. Norman said he is assuming our regular meeting schedule will return to normal and requested they be
notified as early as possible should we need to schedule a meeting in an off month. Chair de Luna agreed and
reiterated how pleased he is that Ms. White has returned.
City Attorney Durden stated since she arrived on the scene, we have had two meetings and it is her intention to
be at all our meetings. She said if she has a conflict, her associate John Wallace may come in her place.
Chair de Luna noted two parties in attendance and welcomed them to the meeting. Chris Jorgensen, 92 W P
Street, expressed how delighted he was to have Ms. White back.
Chair de Luna asked if there were any other comments or subjects the Board would like to discuss. He referred
to the pamphlet the City Attorney provided to the Board members regarding the Sunshine Laws, and noted this
is the forum to be able to discuss anything of concern. There was a brief discussion regarding the vacancies on
the Board and Secretary Williams stated she would look into it and get back with the Board once she had more
information.
Adjournment
Chair de Luna adjourned the meeting at 6:38 p.m.
Benj in de Luna, Chair
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Dayn. L. Williams, Secretary
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