During the meeting, the discussion centered on four cases involving BW Mitchell Hammock LLC. The absence of the respondent was noted, and Miss Moyer, the city’s representative, confirmed that proper notice had been given. She presented five packages of exhibits as evidence of the violations, which included various construction site issues and maintenance problems related to the stormwater pollution prevention plan and erosion control.

Evidence of the violations was further illustrated by Benjamin Williams from the public works department, who provided photographs and detailed descriptions of the non-compliance issues. These issues were primarily related to the absence of silt fences, improper installation and maintenance of silt fences, and the failure to contain and stabilize stockpiled soil. Williams explained that the city conducts weekly inspections or after significant rainfall events to ensure that construction sites adhere to the required standards. Each inspection had documented deficiencies that were reported to the contractor for correction.

The urgency of the situation was underscored by the Magistrate’s concern over the upcoming rainy season and the potential exacerbation of the erosion control problems. The Magistrate issued a 30-day period for the responsible party, BW Mitchell Hammock LLC, to address these violations and comply with the standards. The Magistrate warned that failure to comply within the stipulated timeframe would result in a fine of $200 per day.

The meeting also revealed that the property owner’s representative and the general contractor had been in communication with city officials to address the violations. The Magistrate acknowledged the challenges involved in maintaining compliance, especially during seasonal weather changes, and expressed an expectation that the site would be brought into compliance within the 30-day period.