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T`a: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS n,�.,.,+ �''���l��JI,.tra M: WARREN E. RUPF, Sheriff (JIJJIC� By: Capt . L. Simmons , Patrol Div. Cmdr. DATE: April 16 , 1997 SUBJECT: Appeal to the Board of Supervisors by Elizabeth Casey Sawyer to request suspension of the enforcement of Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Ord. 95-2 SPECIFIC REQUESTS) OR RECOMMENDATION(S) B BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION I. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Sheriff to proceed with enforcement of County Ordinance 95-2 requiring the removal of the inoperable vehicles and parts thereof from private property, located at 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek. The Sheriff requests the Board deny the appeal and direct the Sheriff to proceed with the abatement action as scheduled. II. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The abatement action was started on September'2, 1996, with a site inspection where 3 vehicles were identified for abatement action. On September 21, 1996, Ms. Sawyer requested an Appeal Hearing to be held on this abatement action before the Zoning Commissioner. Ms. Sawyer initially requested one (1) vehicle, a 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity, Station Wagon, Lic.# 1 KWL527, be permitted to remain on the parcel and be repaired at some later time. She was willing to dispose of the VW bus and the Toyota Corona, grey, which are beyond repair. Ms. Sawyer sent a representative to the November 18, 1996, Zoning Commission hearing and she changed the position stating that they were long standing taxpayers and they wanted time to repair all three (3) vehicles. The Zoning Commission hearing was rescheduled twice and no representative appeared at either of these rescheduled times. Their failure to appear on January 27, 1997, resulted in the Appeal Hearing being held in Sawyer's absence. The Zoning Commissioner ruled that Sawyer had until February 10, 1997, to get the three vehicles operable and call for an inspection, or to remove the three (3) vehicles from the property. On February 5, 1997,Mrs. Elizabeth Casey Sawyer requested an Appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator on the proposed abatement of abandoned vehicles. III. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Copies of all memos, letters and copy of Ord. 95-2. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: YES SIGNATURE: ilk J I�ISO 1�� RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S) ACTION OF BOARD ON Apr i 1 22, 1997 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER On March 11 , 1997, the Board of Supervisors continued to this date, the hearing on the above appeal. . Chairman DeSaulnier opened. the hearing, and the following person spoke: Elizabeth Casey Sawyer, Appellant, 1265 Juanita Drive, Walnut Creek. All persons desiring to speak having been heard, the hearing was closed. VOTE OF SUPERVISORS X _ UNANIMOUS (ABSENT - - - ) 1 HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AYES: NOES: AND CORRECT COPY OF AN ACTION TAKEN ABSENT: ABSTAIN: AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. Nancy Perry White, 313-2796 CC: ATTESTED April ., 1 997 Maasl�•�a BY DEPUTY _ �I RECEIVED 51991 �,� p9iK BOP�RD OF SUpERv,e'. (,`pNTAA COSTA CCS. 19�q 1u d��y�'' ✓.yrs `�7 �VJSh �D pP11,Q 41Z/149 a IJ fj iCPr�, Y �f jn� let r&A, Lco� �, hili ce { �I �be w��. ova! pm 11 �OW !n CD-++� ���-�'"' • �--� 6n i ✓L �X,CS fh CBr�IYA C I� C�, ,50 ,eas��lA�u OVo �5 �� � �A4,5 e V1 _ Id07� qrm�nwf-L a,P 1��S dam me. �ef a (� 60 �TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Contra FROM: PHIL BATCHELOR, COUNTY ADMI(it,IP,t; N f4tT10N Costa By: John T. Gragory, Deputy a 971'a R 18 V-1 10: t17County DATE: March 11, 1997 CONTRt{ ccs n COUNTY SUBJECT: OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF CONTINUANCE OF HEARING ON ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT ACTIVITY TO APRIL 22, 1997 SPECIFIC REOUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)i BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE continuance to April 22, 1997 at 2:00 pm of the March 11,.1997 hearing on abandoned vehicle abatement appeal by Elizabeth Casey Sawyer, Walnut Creek, all recommended by County Administrator. FISCAL IMPACT: None BACKGROUND: Several county departments including Environmental Health, Building Inspection, Contra Costa Fire, and the Sheriff have been investigating alleged violations on the Casey property located at 1265 Juanita Drive in Walnut Creek. At this time, those violations include, but are not limited to the following: 1. A substantial accumulation of miscellaneous nondescript material and debris on and about the premises of the Casey property. 2. The storage of a travel trailer which lacks the required screening for obstruction of public viewing. 3. The storage of abandoned otherwise nonoperating vehicles requiring abatement. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S): ACTION OF BOARD ON March 11, 1997 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED X OTHER VOTE OF SUPERVISORS 1 HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS M A TRUE X UNANIMOUS(ABSENT AND CORRECT COPA OF AN ACTION TAKEN AYES: NOES: AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD ABSENT: ABSTAIN: OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. CG See page 2 ATTESTED March 11, 1997 PHIL BATCHELOR,CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPER V ORS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Contact John Gregory 335-1089. BY ,DEPUTY M382 (10/88) ft ' � J 4. The harboring of materials which may allow for vermin generation. County departments have been involved in seeking resolution of the aforementioned areas of concern for the last 15 months. To date no suitable plan has been articulated and implemented. However, given that next course of action will be the pursuit of involuntary abatement, the county seeks to allow the property owner the maximum allowance of time for mitigation of these problem areas before seeking a more adversarial posture. Thus, the agreement for allowance of a continuance on this matter to April 22, 1997. - cc: Al Snell, Sheriff Nancy Perry White, Sheriff Larry Hogan, Building Inspection Mark Robbins, Environmental Health Kevin Hill, Contra Costa Fire Claude Van Marter, CAO ELIZABETH CASEY SAWYER -2- CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE REFERRAL FORM REFERRAL FROM: 5/O-�1 - REFERRAL DATE/V9/96 EXT: 3-z�96 Violation desui tion ' g-- ,..eft 1Z ,� ., �i ndoned hicle, a nd home, tresh/garbage, toning, fire hazard, health hazard, hazardous materials, code infraction, weeded lot, road condition, peddler, Address Location: Nearest cross street- Unincorporated area: 4,�;. c City: Parcel �.�Z —D 3,�? Thomas Bros. Coord: 72-IF 3 Complainant (confidential) optional: Address: Phone REFERRAL SENT TO: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH BUILDING INSPECTION ?<ZONING ADMINISTRATION (rf# _ PUBLIC WORKS SHERIFF _OTHER (SPECIFY_____l _FIRE (DISTRICT) 1) Send original of this completed form to department(s) for referral. 2) Keep copy for your files 3) Return copy with above information to: John Gregory (646-4089), County Administrator's Office 651 Pine St., 11th Floor, Martinez, CA 94553 M"COUNIMON MEPARTIVItUT IRECEWINaXI Date of contact: Contact by: (phone, visual, letter) Investigation findings: (use back of page K necessary) Investigated by: Department: Date: Phone Follow up by this Dept?_ _If yes, Date Resolved: es no Explanation LIS Referral # f ORDINANCE NO. 96- 2 *. (Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Ordinance Amendments- Administration and Enforcement) The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors ordains as follows (omitting the parenthetical footnotes from the official text of the enacted or amended provisions of the County Ordinance Code): SECTION I. SUMMARY. This ordinance amends County Ordinance Code Division 430 to designate the Sheriff to administer and enforce the provisions of the Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance, and to clarify the provisions on entry onto private property. SECTION 11. Section 430-4.014 Is added to the County Ordinance Code, to define the term "enforcement officer' to read: 430-4.014 Enforcement Officer. "Enforcement Officer'refers to the Sheriff as the official responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of this division. (Ord. 95- _L§2.) SECTION 111. Chapter 430-6 of the County Ordinance Code is amended, to designate the Sheriff as the County official responsible for administering the provisions of Division 430, Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance, and to delete all references to the Director of Building Inspection, to read: CHAPTER 430.6 ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT 430-6.002 Enforcement Authority. The Sheriff is designated the enforcement officer for this division.The Sheriff and his regularly salaried full-time employees shall be responsible fortnforcing and administering this division pursuant to Vehicle Code Section 22663. In the enforcement of this division, such employees and other persons duly authorized by the Sheriff may enter upon private or public property to examine a vehicle or parts thereof, obtain information as to the identity of a vehicle and to remove or cause the removal of an abandoned vehicle. (Orris. 95- 3, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) 430-6.004 Abatement The enforcement officer may have abandoned vehicles abated and/or removed In accordance with the procedure prescribed in this division. (Ords. 95- L_§3, 86-56 §3, 77-112.) 430-6.006 Notice of Intention. (a)Notice. The enforcement officer shall mail a ten- day notice of intention to abate and remove an abandoned vehicle as a public nuisance, by registered or certified mail, to the owner of the land, anyone known to be in possession of the land and the owner of the vehicle, unless the vehicle is In such condition that identification numbers are not available to determine ownership, or unless the property owner and the vehicle owner have signed releases authorizing removal and waiving further Interest In the vehicle or parts thereof. i (b)* Contents. The notice shall contain an estimate of the cost of abatement (including administrative and removal costs) and a statement that this cost may be levied as a special assessment on the landowners land (parcel). It shall contain a statement of the possessor, property and vehicle owners hearing rights and notice to the property owner that he or she may appear In person at a hearing or may submit a sworn written statement denying responsibility for the presence of the vehicle on his or her land, with reasons for such denial, in lieu of appearing. .(Ords. 95-=§3, 66-58 §3, 77-112.) 430-6.008 Inoperable non4owable Vehicles. (a)This chapters notice of intention Is not required for removal of a vehicle or part thereof which Is inoperable due to the absence of a motor, transmission or wheels and incapable of being towed, and is valued at less than two hundred dollars by a person specified in Vehicle Code Section 22855; provided, that the property owner has signed a release authorizing removal and waiving further interest in the vehicle or pert thereof. Prior to final disposition under Vehicle Code Section 22662 of such a low valued vehicle or part for which evidence of registration was recovered,the enforcement officer shall provide notice to the registered and legal owners of intent to dispose of the vehicle or part, and If the vehicle or part is not claimed and removed within twelve days after the notice is mailed from a location specified in Vehicle Code Section 22662,final disposition may proceed. The County, the enforcement officer or any contractor thereof shall not be liable for damage caused to a vehicle or part thereof by removal pursuant to this section. (b) This section applies only to inoperable vehicles located upon a parcel that Is: (1) zoned for agricultural use: or(2) not improved with a residential structure containing one or more dwelling units. (Ords. 95-=§3, 86-58 §3, 84.64 §2: Vehicle Code §22661.) SECTION IV. Chapter 430-8 of the County Ordinance Code is amended to delete all references to the Director of Building Inspection and to substitute to substitute Chapter 430-8 hearings and appeals. CHAPTER 430-8 HEARINGS AND APPEALS 430-8.002 Hearing Requests. (a) Request. Within ten days after the mailing date of the notice of intention to abate and remove,the vehicle owner,landowner or possessor of property may request the zoning administrator for a public hearing on the question of abatements and removal and the estimated cost thereof. (b) Discharge. if, within this ten day period, the landowner submits a sworn written statement denying responsibility for the presence of the vehicle on his land with his reasons for such denial, said statement shall be construed as a request for a hearing which does not require his presence. (c) Notioe. The zoning administrator shall immediately notify the enforcement officer of any such requests or disclaimer. (Orris. 95-=§4, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) 1 j 430-8.004 No Hearing. K no disclaimer or request for hearing Is received within the ten day period,the enforcement officer or any person he or she authorizes shall abate and remove the vehicle or parts thereof. Thereafter, the costs of abatement shall be collected pursuant to Chapter 43D-12. (Orris. 95-_Z_§4, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) 430-8.006 Hearing Notice. When a hearing is requested,the zoning administrator shall mail notice of the hearing at least ten days before the hearing date, to the enforcement officer,the landowner,any known possessor of the parcel,and to the vehicle owner unless the vehicle Is In such condition that identification numbers are not available to determine ownership. (Ords. 95-.L_§4, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) 430-8.008 Hearings. All hearings under this division shall be held before the zoning administrator who shall receive all evidence he or she deems material, Including the condition of the vehicle or parts thereof, the circumstances of its abandonment and location and the estimated cost of the abatement. The zoning administrator shall not be limited by the technical rules of evidence. The landowner may appear In person or present a sworn written statement, in time for consideration at the hearing, denying responsibility for the presence of the vehicle on his or her land with reasons for such denial. (Ords. 95-_2.._§4, 186-58 §3, 77-112.) 430-8.010 Decisions. (a) The zoning administrator may impose such conditions and take such other action as he or she deems appropriate under the circumstances to carry out the purpose of this division. He or she may delay the time for removal of the vehicle or parts thereof, It in his or her opinion, the circumstances justify It. At the conclusion of the public hearing, the zoning administrator may find that there Is an abandoned vehicle and order it abated and/or removed as a public nuisance and disposed of as hereinafter provided and determine the cost of abatement to be charged against the landowner. The order requiring removal shall include a description of the abandoned vehicle and the correct identification number and license number of the vehicle If available. (b) If it is determined at the hearing that the vehicle was placed on the land without the consent of the landowner and that he or she has not subsequently acquiesced In its presence,the zoning administrator shall not assess the cost of abatement(administration and removal) against the property upon which the vehicle Is located or otherwise attempt to collect such costs from such.landowner. (Orris. 95-=§4, 86-58 S3, 77-112.) 430-8.012 Notice of Decision. If an interested party makes a written presentation to the zoning administrator but does not appear, he or she shall be notified in writing of the decision. (Ords. 95. 4, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) 430.8.014 Appeals. (a) The enforcement officer, the landowner, any known possessor of the parcel or the vehicle owner may appeal the zoning administrator's decision by filing a written notice of appeal within ten calendar days after his or her decision. The zoning administrator shall promptly transmit the proceedings to the Board +, of Supervisors. (b) The Board's clerk shall promptly give written notice of the time and place of the hearing to the appellant and those persons specified in Section 430-6.006(a). (c) The Board shall promptly hear such appeal, and may affirm, amend, or reverse the order, or take other action it deems appropriate. It shall not be limited by the technical rules of evidence. (Ords. 95-_2_§4, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) SECTION V. Section 430-10.004 of the County Ordinance Code is amended to delete the reference to the "Director of Building Inspection" and to substitute "enforcement officer." to read: 430-10.004 Notify D.M.V. Within five days after removal of an abandoned vehicle, the enforcement officer shall so notify the Department of Motor Vehicles, identifying the vehicle or parts, and send it any evidence of registration available including registration certificates, certificates of title and license plates. (Ords. 95-=§5, 86-58 63, 77-112: Vehicle Code §22661). SECTION VI. Section 430-10.006 of the County Ordinance Code is amended to delete the reference to the "Director of Building Inspection" and to substitute "enforcement officer", to read: 430-10.006 Cost Record. The enforcement officer shall prepare an Itemized written account of his or her expenses Incurred to abate the nuisance where it is proposed to collect costs pursuant to Chapter 430-12. Until such report is completed, no abatement costs (including administration)will be placed as a special assessment against the parcel of land. (Ords. 95-=§7, 86-58 §3, 77-112.) SECTION VII. Section 430-12.004 of the County Ordinance Code Is amended to delete the reference to the "Director of Building Inspection" to "enforcement officer," to read: 430-12.004 Notice of Assessment. The enforcement officer shall record at.the office of the county recorder and deliver to the auditor-controller,a certificate substantially In the following form: "NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT AND ABATEMENT LIEN" (Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Cost) Pursuant to Vehicle Code §22660, Government Code §23845, and Ordi- nance Code §430-12.002, Contra Costa County abated an abandoned vehicle nuisance on the parcel of real property described below, of which the named person(s) Is the owner on the last equalized assessment roll and fixed the below-shown amount as the cost thereof and hereby, - claims a special assessment against said parcel for this amounL • 1. RECORD OWNER(S)............................................... 1 LAST KNOWN ADDRESS:........................................... 2. POSSESSOR(S) (If different from owner):...........».......... LAST KNOWN ADDRESS:........................................... 3. DATE ABATEMENT ORDERED:....................................... 4. DATE ABATEMENT COMPLETED:..................................... 5. PARCEL: Real property In Contra Costa County, Califomia:County, Assessors parcel #...........[Other description where needed): 6. AMOUNT OF ABATEMENT (ASSESSMENT) COST:S........................................... Dated:..... Contra.-Costa County By:................ Enforcement Officer" (Ords. 95-_Z_§7, 58-88 §12, 136-58 §3, 77-112). SECTION VIII. EFFECTIVE DATE.This ordinance becomes effective thirty(30)days after passage, and within fifteen (15) days after passage shall be published once with the names of the Supervisors voting for and against it in a newspaper published In this County. PASSED on January 10, 1995 , by the following vote: AYES: Supervisors Rogers, Smith, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Bishop NOES: None ABSENT. None ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: PHIL BATCHELOR, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and County Administrator 8 Y. 01,1A.4PLI.-I Deputy Chairpe son of the Board ENTER PARCEL NBR 185 - 352 - 037 ROLL YR r_ PCL NO 185-352-037-5 SITE 1265 JUANITA DR WALCF USE/RSP 11-1 100. 0% U OWNR SAWYER ELIZABETH CASEY TRUST NOTF 1265 JUANITA DR 94595 WALNUT CREEK CA ******************* ASSESSOR INQUIRY *********** ********* ******** 1996-1997 SUN VALLEY ESTATES LOT 44 LAND- 20, 652 IMPR- 36,888 ACRE SR HO 91 ASR YR 90 PSI- 0 PERS- 0 TRA 73001 - 4 TX NBHD 2451 COR YR TOTL 57, 540 UPDATED 05/22/91 VALUED PN-LND 0 FROM TO PN-IMP 0 PN-PSI 0 DEED NO DATE RC DRI STATUS PN-PP 0 16251/780 11/16/90 0 N EXM HO 7, 000 04023/610 12/27/61 0 0 BLDR EX APPR REASON IF NET 50, 540 ***ETAL*** *REMARKS* 09/18/96 LFF2762 S26 Aa DOC i M Tountg of Ctlontru Tosta (Office of #4e ,S4eziff Warren E. Rupf Sperm NOTICE OF INTENT TO ABATE ABANDONED VEHICLES Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust September 19, 19% 1265 Juanita Dr. RVS: 96-97 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 APN: 185-35037 ADDRESS: 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek Vehicle(s) were observed by this Department, (see attached inventory on property owned by our or under your control, in an abandoned condition. County Ordinance 95-2 requires the removal, as a public nuisance, of abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, or inoperative vehicle(s), or parts thereof from public or private property. Said vehicles(s) are in violation of this Ordinance and must be removed. The cost will be billed to you. Failure to pay the bill will result in a special assessment to the owner of the land as shown on the last equalized assessment roll. HEARING RIGHTS If you contend that these vehicle(s) are not subject to abatement you are entitled to a hearing. you may request a hearing by contacting the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office in writing, stating the reason for the denial, within 10 days of the postmarked date of this notice. Your presence is not required at the hearing. If you do not own the vehicle(s) and they were placed on our property without your consent they will be removed by the Sheriff's Office at no expense to you. If you wish to remove the vehicle(s) yourself, contact the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program. If you have questions regarding this letter contact the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement program at(510)313- 2796. Sincerely WARREN E , Sherif Nan y Perry White, Sr. Clerk ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT PROGRAM AS/npw 1980 Muir Road-Martinez,California 94553-4800 (510) 313-2500 fllountu of Contra Tosta Off ire ITf t4r '�6-hErif f Warren E. Rup( Stwil NOTICE OF INTENT TO ABATE ABANDONED VEHICLES Resident/Tenant September 19, 1996 1265 Juanita Dr. RVS: 96-97 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 APN: 185-352-037 ADDRESS: 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek Vehicle(s) were observed by this Department, (see attached inventory on property owned by our or under your control, in an abandoned condition. County Ordinance 95-2 requires the removal, as a public nuisance, of abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, or inoperative vehicle(s), or parts thereof from public or private property. Said vehicles(s) are in violation of this Ordinance and must be removed. The cost will be billed to you. Failure to pay the bill will result in a special assessment to the owner of the land as shown on the last equalized assessment roll. HEARING RIGHTS If you contend that these vehicle(s) are not subject to abatement you are entitled to a hearing. you may request a hearing by contacting the Contra Costa County Sheriff s Office in writing, stating the reason for the denial, within 10 days of the postmarked date of this notice. Your presence is not required at the hearing. If you do not own the vehicle(s) and they were placed on our property without your consent they will be removed by the Sheriffs Office at no expense to you. If you wish to remove the vehicle(s) yourself, contact the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program. If you have questions regarding this letter contact the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement program at(510)313- 2796. Sincerely WARREN E. R PF, Sherif Nancy Perry White, Sr. Clerk ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT PROGRAM AS/npw 1980 Muir Road•Martinez, California 94553-4800 (510) 313-2500 i CONTRA COSTA CODlT! BHHRIrB-WRONRR logo Murad. Kartines, Cl 945S1 Date: Referenced vehicle-Sheriff#: h9,11S96/,- 9-7 Assessor's Parcel Number: 4f-5-- 3S,7 -037 11) Prooerty Description: Location za Property Desciption �D`x�-��a -� .� ��1Z_) (2) Omer: Property Ovner « " Address /SGS Ac . VEHICLE DEBCRIPTION Year 9Y Make model colorT� 4 4 S V N `J�63iLie - Regiitered Ovne : Ad d reas• 4v — Legal Owner: Buyer: (2) Year — hake Model � Color XZ� c 6 13 • Registered e Address: Legal Owner: Buyer: (31 Year 7,0 -Make ' Model Color Date: Registered e i Address: Legal Owner: Buyer: 141 Year Make Model Color Lio,f V,I.N Lig, Esv. Date: Registered Owners Address: Local Owner: Buyer: _ _ t r N fllountV of Tontrn Tostn (Off ice of toe S4rrif f Warren E.Rupi shun October 9, 1996 Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek, Ca 94595 RE: 84 Chevrolet Celebrity, Station Wagon, Lica# 1KQL527 VIN: 1G1AD35P7EJ263113 - RVS# 96-97 Dear Ms. Saywer: As requested by you on September 2, 1996, a Hearing has been scheduled to appeal the vehicle abatement action on your property at 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek; APN: 185-352-037. The hearing is to be held in front of the County Zoning Administrator on November 18, 1996. You will receive confirmation and time of hearing from the Community Development Department. I am enclosing a copy of County Ordinance 95-2 for your review. Should you have any further questions, my telephone number is (510)313-2796. Respectfully, Nancy Perry White, Patrol Division Sr. Clerk Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program 1980 Muir Road•Martinez,California 94553-4800 (510)313-2500 OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF WARREN E. RUFF Contra Costa County Sheriff Robert R. Henderson Patrol Division Uudereherdr 510-313-2500 Date: November 5, 1996 To: Harvey Bragdon, Director, Community Development From: Nancy Perry White, Sr. Clerk, Patrol 'o Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program Subject: Appeal Hearing Scheduled for November 18, 1996 The following appeals are scheduled to be heard by the Zoning Administrator on November 18, 1996. We request that the appeal hearings be scheduled as early as possible on the agenda to allow our personnel to return to the field. Notification names and address are: Violation Address: 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek APN: 185-352-037 Property Owner: Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust Notification Address: 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Vehicle Description: 1984 Chevrolet, Celebrity, Stn. Wgn, Tan. Lic.# 1KQL527 VIN. 1 G 1 AD35P7EJ263113 Violation Address: 6177 Bernhard Ave., Richmond APN: 418-143-029 Property Owner: Lloyd A. & Beatrice M. Tyler Notification Address: 1851 San Pedro Ave., Berkeley 94707 Tenant: Donald Duncan Notification Address: 6177 Bernhard Ave., Richmond CA 94805 Vehicle Description: Puegeot, 404, Stn Wgn, Blue, Lic.# 541XFN (CA) Peugeot, 404, 4dr., White, Lic. # NKW854 (CA) Peugeot, 404, 4dr., White, No plates If additional information is needed please call me at 3-2796. Thank you. OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF WAPJUW K RUFF Contra Costa County Sheriff Robest R. Henderson Patrol Division Undenheriff (510)313-2500 Date: November 5, 1996 To: Harvey Bragdon, Director, Community Development Zoning Administra , Community Development From: Captain L. Simtri�ns, P trol Division Commander By: Al Snell;'Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program Subject: 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek, APN: 185-352-037 Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust - Property Owner Background & Action Taken: The abatement action was started on September 2, 1995, with a site inspection; three (3) vehicles were identified as inoperable and "red-tagged". On September 19, 1996, Notices of Intent to Abate Abandoned Vehicles were mailed (certified). Due to the general condition of the parcel a referral form was forwarded to the Building Inspection Department and Environmental Health for further investigation. On September 21, 1996, Ms. Sawyer requested an appeal hearing be held on the vehicle abatement action. Ms. Sawyer requested that one vehicle, 1984 Chevrolet, Station Wagon, Tan, Lic.# 1KQL527, VIN. 1G1AD35P7EJ263113 be permitted to remain on the parcel. Authority Section 22660 of the California Vehicle allows the County to adopt an ordinance establishing procedures for the abatement and removal, as possible nuisances, of abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, and/or inoperative vehicles or parts thereof from private property. Contra Costa County adopted County Ordinance 86-58, establish local abatement procedures for the removal of abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, and/or inoperative vehicles or parts thereof from private property. The ordinance was amended under County Ordinance 95-2 to make the Office of the Sheriff the agency responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program. Recommendation Advise Ms. Sawyer at the appeal hearing on November 18, 1996, the inoperable vehicle be removed immediately from her property. If she does not agree to the immediate removal of the vehicles and parts thereof, please schedule a formal appeal to the full Board of Supervisors. (11ountV of (fontra (flIISta (Off ire of toe 15§4Erif f Warren E.Rupf sheriff January 31, 1997 Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94595 APN 185-352-037 Re: Vehicle Abatement Action The appeal before the Zoning Administration was initially heard on November 18, 1996, and was rescheduled twice to accommodate your need. Your failure to appear on 1/27/97 results in the appeal hearing being held in your absence. The Zoning Administration decision is as follows: You have until 2/10/97 to get the three vehicles operable and call for an inspection or to remove the three vehicles from your property. If you disagree with the Zoning Administration decision, you have until 2/6/97 to file an appeal with the Board of Supervisors. This can be done by contacting the Clerk of the Board at 651 Pine Street, 1 st floor, Martinez, and the phone number is 646-2371. If the vehicles have not been made operable or removed from your property by 2/10/97, the Sheriffs Office will remove the vehicles unless your appeal to the Board of Supervisors has been filed by 2/6/97. Sincerely, WARREN E. RUPF, Sheriff L Captain L. D. Simmons Patrol Division Commander cc: Debbie Chamberlain, Zoning Admin. 1980 Muir Road-Martinez, California 94553-4800 (510)313-2500 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Clerk of the Board Inter-Office Memo CEji�c ,�� TO: Zoning Administrator FEB - 6 1997 Community Development Department County of Contra costa Of"Co of the Sherm DATE: February 5, 1997 Admlr,(straGon FROM: Jeanne Maglio, Chief Clerk Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By Ann Cervelli, Assistant Clerk(1� SUBJECT: Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Appeal On February 5, 1997, Mrs. Elizabeth Casey Sawyer requested an appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator on the proposed abatement of abandoned vehicles . Mrs . Sawyer' s appeal has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 11 1997, at 11 A.M. If Mrs . Sawyer' s appeal is not timely or there is any other reason the appeal should not be heard by the Board of Supervisors, please notify me immediately. If the appeal is timely and should be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 11, 1997, at 11 A.M. , please advise this office in writing by February 18, 1997, and provide a list of people to be notified along with their addresses . Material to be considered by the Board on should be provided to this office by March 5, 1997 . Thank you. ac cc : County Counsel-D. Silver Sheriff-Coroner-Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Office-Nancy County Administrator-John Gregory Sheriff-Coroner-Warren Rupf The Board of Supervisors Contra PhilBatchelorB Gerk of the Board Costaarid :County administration Building County Administrator 651 Pine Street, Room 106 (510)335-19M Martinez,California 94553-1293 County Jim Ropers,tet District Gayle S.UNkerna,2nd District �t Donna Gerber,3rd District .;•�•... ..- Mark DeSsulnier,4th District ;. 1 Joe CandsmNls.5th District S February 28, 1997 Ms . Elizabeth Casey Sawyer 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Dear Ms . Sawyer: Due to scheduling constraints on the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for March 11, 1997, the time for hearing on your appeal has been changed as follows : Pursuant to Ordinance No. 95-2, Section 430-8 . 014 (b) , you are hereby notified that your appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator relative to vehicles which you own will be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 11, 1997, at 10 : 30 A.M. in the Board Chambers located at 651 Pine Street, Room 107, in Martinez, California. Very truly yours, PHIL BATCHELOR, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and County Ainistr for By rLVj,1Adj r Vejputy Clerk Cc: County Counsel Sheriff' s Office-Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Zoning Administrator-Community Development Building Inspection DepartmentContra Franklin Lew c.e.o.s.E Director of Building Inspection PROPERTY CONSERVATION DIVISION Costa NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION PROGRAM 651 Pine Street,4th Floor County Martinez,Caldomia 94553-0152 PCD(510)335-1111 NPP (510)335-1137 FAX (510)646-4450 1=All March 18, 1997 ST"� COUT1'� Elizabeth Casey Sawyer TRE 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek CA 94595 RE: 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek APN: 185-352-037 REF: RF950507 Dear Ms. Sawyer, Thank you for talking with me concerning violations on your property referenced above. Subsequent to that discussion, your daughter has contacted this department, we informed her of the same items, as you will recall were discussed on site with you that create the violations of the Contra Costa County Ordinance Code and the Uniform Housing Code are as follows: ----- The accumulation of junk and debris on and about the premises - Uniform Housing Code, Chapters 2, 4 and 10 ----- The storage of a travel trailer lacking the screening required to obscure said trailer from the public view- Contra Costa County Ordinance 84-68. 1404 ----- The storage of abandoned or otherwise non-operating vehicles The aforementioned violations are not inclusive, for the property has not been inspected in its entirety. The following statements taken from their respective codes and ordinances are included for your information. VIOLATIONS SECTION 204 UNIFORM HOUSING CODE It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or cause or permit the same to be done in violation of this code. NUISANCE SECTION 401 (2) UNIFORM HOUSING CODE Any attractive nuisance which may prove detrimental to children whether in a building, on the premises of a building, or on an unoccupied lot. This includes any abandoned wells, shafts, basements or excavations; abandoned refrigerators and motor vehicles; or any structurally unsound fences or structures; or any lumber, trash, fences, debris or vegetation which may proved a hazard for inquisitive minors. 84-68.1404 STORAGE OF MOBILE HOMES, TRAVEL TRAILERS AND CAMP CARS CONTRA COSTA COUNTY ORDINANCE CODE The storage of a mobile home, travel trailer or camp car at the residence of the owner or any other residence is permitted when not used for living or sleeping purposes; provided, that the mobile home, travel trailer, or camp car shall be adequately screened from view from a public roadway or thoroughfare. (Ordinances 92-65 1 2 (Former 1 84-68.810] , 87-3 1 2, 68-30 1 2 (Former 1 84-68.8081] , 67-391 1; Prior Code 1 8168 (d) (4) . The violations as stated have been previously noticed you by mail beginning August 1995, subsequent mailings and conversations with an individual representing himself as your son have not proven successful in the resolution of the situation. You are hereby notified to abate the nuisance on or before (30) thirty days from the date you receive this letter. failure to do so may cause the County to take such action as necessary to gain compliance with prevailing codes and ordinances. We may be reached at 335-1117 any workday between the hours of 7 : 30 and 10:00 a.m. Our offices are closed on the first, third and fifth Fridays of every month. ery trul ours, Larry H gan Buildin Insp ctor II LH:dcf cc: John T. Gregory, County Administrators Office Mark Robbins, Environmental Health Kevin Hill, Contra Costa Fire Vehicle Abatement Officer, Sheriff's Office .,- ENDER: • I also with to receive the ' CexnpNa+amt 1 and/or 2 for additional aervion. • Complete isms 3,and 4a&b. following services (for an extra • Print your name and edMess on the Prow"of this form so that we can fee): rsturn this card to you. • Attach this form to the front of the maupkm.or on the back if space 1. ❑Addressee's Address y does not permit. • write"Rectum aewipt-RequesW"on the msspiew www the arias number 2. ❑ Restricted Delivery • The Return Receipt wig show to whom the artfcM was dolivarsd and the date v delivered. Consult poatmastor for fee. • 3. Article Addressed to: 4a. Article Number z io zlS.r- 4b. Service Type o � C1R Bred ❑ Insured /�S `jJ �¢ 9Sf{s�1'.�' rtified ❑ COD i ❑ Express Mail [3 Return Receipt for [� Merchandise .. 7. Date of Delivery 49 / S'-35'2-031-76 -4 9 Q 5. nature (Addreaseel S. Addressee's Address(Only if requested w and fee is paid) C 6. Signa (Agentl e PS Form 11, ecember 1991 .us.3Po:191113- 714 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT ti • SENDER: I also wish to receive the S • Complete items 1 and/or 2 for additional services. • Complete items 3,and p}&b. following services (for an extra • Print your name and ads on the reverse of this form aro that we can fee): Z return this card to you. Q • Attach this form to the from of the magpiecs,a On the bade if apace 1. ❑ Addressee's Address W does not permit. • write"Regan Receipt Requested"on the mailpktx below the article number 2. ❑ Restricted Delivery ee • The Return Receipt will show to whom them was delivered and the elate is delivered Consulter for fee. 3. Article Addressed to: y 4a. Article Number E � � ed ` Tisa ' 6. l /o o 4b. Service Type A ❑ Registered ❑ Insured CA f4zs,9 Q'cortified ❑ con ❑ Express Mail ❑ Return Receipt for On MeEchandise 0 S7. Date of Delivery 96- .f 3s-z -0 2.3 5. Sig re (Addr S. Addressee's Address(Only if requested ac and fee is paid) 6. S' re (Agent) aPS Form .December 1991 *u-&WKk 1086-3526714 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT Tountg of Tantra (19asta (Off ire of #4e S4rriff Warren E. Rupf Sheriff April 24, 1997 Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Dear Ms. Sawyer: The appeal hearing you requested was held before the Board of Supervisors on April 22, 1997, at 2 p.m. After the public hearing, the Board's decision was to allow the Sheriffs Office to proceed with the abatement action. You have until May 5, 1997, to remove the three (3) inoperable vehicles from your parcel or to get the three vehicles in operable condition and call for an inspection prior to May 5, 1997. To request an inspection, call the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program at (510) 313-2796. On May 5th, if the vehicles remain on your parcel in an inoperable state the Sheriffs Office will take immediate action to remove the vehicles from your parcel. Sincerely, WARREN E. RUPF, Sheriff m er owski ield rations Bureau cc: John Gregory, CAO Clerk of the Board of Supervisors AS:npw 1980 Muir Road•Martinez,California 94553-4800 (510)313-2500 CONCERNED CITIZENS OF / JUANITA DRIVE CUIEDER WITH Supervisor Gayle B. Uilkema a.rch �EIVED District #2 - `y 651 Pine Room 108a _ Martinez, CA 94553 APR 71997 CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Dear Supervisor Uilkema, - cONrRA COSTA Co. We the concerned citizens of Juanita Drive, would like to go on record in support and appreciation of the actions taken by the following Contra Costa County departments, towards the property of 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek CA. 1) Sheriffs Office of Abandon Vehicles 2) The Department of Property Conservation, Division of Building Inspection 3) The Department of Environmental Health We are now seeking your. support.for the recommendations.and interventions that the above departments will offer at the Supervisor's meeting on April 22, 1997. As a community, we are deeply concerned about the HEALTH AND SAFETY issues that have developed at this property. We are also concerned about the length of time it has taken for resolution on these matters. Because of the volume of decaying trash and rubbish on the property, the proliferation of vermin has exploded in the area. Furthermore, the fire hazard facing the property and surrounding residents is frightening. Other issues of concern include: • Trash from the property blowing throughout the neighborhood • The stench of food and trash decay • . Soil and water contamination from abandoned vehicles • An incredible eye sore • The effect on neighborhood property values We appreciate your support and attention, and request the Board's swift and decisive action. Thank you! 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Uilkema arch WTIVED District #2 651 Pine Room 108a _ Martinez, CA 94553 APR 7 697 Dear Supervisor Uilkema, CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTRA COSTA CO. We the concerned citizens of Juanita Drive,would like to go on record in support and appreciation of the actions taken by the following Contra Costa County departments, towards the property of 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek CA. 1) Sheriffs Office of Abandon Vehicles 2) The Department of Property Conservation,Division of Building Inspection 3) The Department of Environmental Health We are now seeking your support for the recommendations and interventions that the above departments will offer at the Supervisor's meeting on April 22, 1997. As a community,we are deeply concerned about the HEALTH AND SAFETY issues that have developed at this property. We also concerned about the length of time it has taken for resolution on these matters. Because of the volume of decaying trash and rubbish on the property,the proliferation of vermin has exploded in the area. Furthermore, the fire hazard facing the property and surrounding residents is frightening. Other issues of concern include: • Trash from the property blowing throughout the neighborhood • The stench of food and trash decay • Soil and water contamination from abandoned vehicles • An incredible eye sore • The effect on neighborhood property values We appreciate your support and attention, and request the Board's swift and decisive action. Thank you! Name Address Signature _ *k1=L- -- -------- /- C -v- C.,�xs LueC oCGih ��t l , 1 l �[: e vie - ---------- - -- ------------:-------------------j----------- ---------? ------ - Name Address Signature _� GUi✓� 1 7-5 -- —`+P_- ? _✓_.�tG.t_'- T� �. /����1 9 9,-) ]U- Lf -,fid-- ---------------- __f/_1 r N! ✓1 �-------� �- o 6e L,' ke) 12 0 6 �:Vlr l.;t�Klr.�ll l.:l l 1G�1�1� Ur JUANITA DRIVE CONSIDER WITH , Supervisor Gayle B.Uilkema archWEIvED District #2 651 Pine Room 108a Martinez, CA 94553 APR 7 1997 Dear Supervisor Uilkema, CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTRA COSTA CO. We the concerned citizens of Juanita Drive,would like to go on record in support and appreciation of the actions taken by the following Contra Costa County departments, towards the property of 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek CA. 1) Sheriffs Office of Abandon Vehicles 2) The Department of Property Conservation, Division of Building Inspection 3) The Department of Environmental Health We are now seeking your support for the recommendations and interventions that the above departments will offer at the Supervisor's meeting on April 22, 1997. As a community,we are deeply concerned about the HEALTH AND SAFETY issues that have developed at this property. We also concerned about the length of time it has taken for resolution on these matters. Because of the volume of decaying trash and rubbish on the property, the proliferation of vermin has exploded in the area. Furthermore, the fire hazard facing the property and surrounding residents is frightening. Other issues of concern include: • Trash from the property blowing throughout the neighborhood • The stench of food and trash decay • Soil and water contamination from abandoned vehicles • An incredible eye sore • The effect on neighborhood property values We appreciate your support and attention, and request the Board's swift and decisive action. Thank you! 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Dear Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors: I am writing this regarding a matter that will appear on the April 22 agenda. This concerns my property. I asked for more time to attempt to fix the cars, or get rid of them if my one grandson's thought they were not worth anything. I have also been trying to clean up my property, even though it has been slow, especially with the cold, rainy weather. I will acknowledge this. But more time was denied me, no doubt because of the troublemaking renter who lives next door to me. I want the Board to know that the homeowner of the property at 1255 Juanita Dr. , Janette Buchman, had no idea that her tenants were causing the problems they have. She was appalled to learn that "Mike" Prodromos Stephanos circulated a petition against me. As she said, "If people had a problem, why don't they talk about it first?" She does NOT condone anything her tenant has done! As she suggested, it sounds like a personal vendetta against us. Mr. Stephanos has lied about many things, probably to many people. He can be charming, pleasant and nice. But so was Ted Bundy -- a serial killer. I have come to know the tenant next door as a master manipulator and liar. He has been threatening, menacing, and harassing of my daughter and myself. As a Deputy in the Sheriff 's Department said, it is probably because we have no man around who can sand up to him. ' We have been forced to seek a restraining order against him. He claims that my property is the reason why Janette's house won't sell. According to Janette (the homeowner) , there are structural problems with the foundation that need repair. Additionally, people are frightened by the possible health problems of living next to a high voltage transmission tower carrying high voltage lines next to the house. Whether there are problems with electrical magnetic fields, especially in young children remains to be seen. Mr. Stephanos even told my daughter in March, 1996, that the house was slipping off its foundation, which is not true, according to Janette, the homeowner. Some of the other lies Mr. Stephanos has told: - There has been a survey of the property?. According to the homeowner, no survey has taken place. - He first rented the property in September, 1995 . Not true! According to Janette, he first rented the property in August, 19951 He may have still been moving in in September, but he was living there in August, 1995. - That he intends to purchase the house. As Janette said, "Why hasn't he made an offer to me?" It was news to her. She doesn't think they are interested in it. He tried to tell me that my daughter was the hostile one in an exchange that took place between them, when in fact, I was behind the trailer listening, and he was the hostile one. Mr. Stephanos has had plenty of county contact within the Sheriff 's Department, the Building Inspection Department, etc. He has plenty of time on his hands to call, and go over to Martinez. He has used county resources to wage a personal attack on my daughter and myself. I have never received all the letters that are in the file in the Building Inspection Department. If they were so important, then I think they all should be sent certified mail with return receipt. And the same is true for the Sheriff 's Department. There have been incidents that we receive other people's mail, and don't always get ours. I realize I keep too much. Please realize it is a "problem" that many of us elderly people who grew up in the .Depression and had nothing, or very little. I am trying to take care of the problem with the help of my daughter but we both have health problems that limit our energy and stamina. I will not go into our different health problems since I understand this letter becomes public record. I don't think it is everyone's business. My daughter has shared this information verbally with Mr. John Gregory, Mr: Mike Eisenberg and Mr. Larry Hogan. They are aware of our disabilities. Due to my disabilities, I have not been able to take care of things like I used to. But that I have made an effort, and will continue to do so, should indicate to the Board that I am trying to cooperate with the county. I feel as though I am being discriminated against by Contra Costa County. I have given photos to Supervisors Gayle Uilkema and Mark DeSaulnier of visible automobiles etc. within a one mile radius of my home. All of these have been sitting there for nine months or more. My purpose in presenting these photos is not to get other people in trouble, but to show the unequal enforcement of the ordinances. In fact, two of the signers on the petition circulated by Mr. Stephanos had a car on the public street for over 10 months. The Sheriff 's Department would have to drive right pass it, and they never did anything to it, even though it was never moved off the public street. Mr. Stephanos has repeatedly illegally trespassed onto my property, including taking pictures of my property on my property. He also has illegally run a food brokerage business from his home without the proper business license until 7/23/96. Nor has he ever secured the proper permit necessary even though when he came in for his business license he was told he needed to check with the Community Development Department. Being in the food brokerage business, I could see where he would be concerned about vector control. My daughter has consistently baited our ivy with rat poison. However, there are plenty of junipers in the neighborhood where wood rats make their nests, including some junipers and ivy at 1255 Juanita Drive. In addition, the neighbor across the street at 1276 Juanita only recently removed large, massive piles of wood, tree trimmings, etc. that has been sitting there for the past 6 to 7 months. The neighbors on the other side of me have large piles of wood, etc. in their backyard on the hill behind the granny unit that was built. Additionally, they used to have chickens but I haven't heard them lately, so they may no longer have them. It is sad for me, this matter has gotten this far. I realize Mr. Stephanos has a friend in the fire department, and he obviously not only knows how to successfully manipulate the system, but has done so for a personal vendetta. In addition, he has the time and energy to do it. How wonderful it would be to be young and healthy again. I certainly would use my youthful energy to help people instead of what he has done. I would offer to help an elderly neighbor. I have been a hard working taxpayer and property owner in Contra Costa County for over 50 years. My husband died leaving me with four young children (the youngest was only 5 months old) to raise on my own. I never was on welfare. I have always worked hard and continue to try to, given my disabilities. I am dismayed and distressed that I never received all the letters purportedly sent by the county agencies; that the county is taking an adversarial position; and the fact of my age, disabilities and limited resources have not been taken into account by the county. Depending on the Board's action on 4/22 , 1 may seek legal action against Contra Costa County. I don't want to do this, but at this point in time, I feel like you have left me with no alternatives. Sincerely, Elizabeth C. 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U p ti d�4 O , ,, ku 1 Q h N W U? � O iW-- 2 - TO: BOARD OF SUPER'SORS SO 6----L ��- °A Contra FROM: PHIL BATCHELOR, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR By: John T. Gragory, Deputya `s Costa County DATE: March 11, 1997 ��rr4 cooK�J SUBJECT: CONTINUANCE OF HEARING ON ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT ACTIVITY TO APRIL 22, 1997 SPECIFIC REOUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE continuance to April 22, 1997 at 2:00 pm of the March 11, 1997 hearing on abandoned vehicle abatement appeal by Elizabeth Casey Sawyer, Walnut Creek, as recommended by County Administrator. FISCAL IMPACT: None BACKGROUND: Several county departments including Environmental Health, Building Inspection, Contra Costa Fire, and the Sheriff have been investigating alleged violations on the Casey property located at 1265 Juanita Drive in Walnut Creek. At this time, those violations include, but are not limited to the following: 1. A substantial accumulation of miscellaneous nondescript material and debris on and about the premises of the Casey property. 2. The storage of a travel trailer which lacks the required screening for obstruction of public viewing. 3. The storage of abandoned otherwise nonoperating vehicles requiring abatement. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: YES SIGNATURE: Clz� �- -RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S): ACTION OF BOARD ON March 11, 1997 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED x OTHER VOTE OF SUPERVISORS I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE X UNANIMOUS(ABSENT AND CORRECT COPY OF AN ACTION TAKEN AYES: NOES: AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD ABSENT: ABSTAIN: OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. CC: See page 2 ATTESTED March 11, 1997 PHIL BATCHELOR,CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVI ORSAND COUNTQY ADMINISTRATOR Contact John Gregory 335-1089. BY DEPUTY M382 (10/88) 4. The harboring of materials which may allow for vermin generation. County departments have been involved in seeking resolution of the aforementioned areas of concern for the last 15 months. To date no suitable plan has been articulated and implemented. However, given that next course of action will be the pursuit of involuntary abatement, the county seeks to allow the property owner the maximum allowance of time for mitigation of these problem areas before seeking a more adversarial posture. Thus, the agreement for allowance of a continuance on this matter to April 22, 1997. cc: Al Snell, Sheriff Nancy Perry White, Sheriff Lary Hogan, Building Inspection Mark Robbins, Environmental Health Kevin Hill, Contra Costa Fire Claude Van Marter, CAO ELIZABETH CASEY SAWYER -2- RECEIVED MAR -3 097 ,l CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTRA cosrA CO. r r ` �Z�g9'q6 IC � was -ro 16L o,,, n � t a -{�-� kA vv 0MVI Ar of 6L �Nli�� ��n �„¢. r YS 1 hx � �a w�j� � �o� a �m wl�� Y ,X�i n e�- �Y&n,� yy�Ve P U f�S, � . ' ad YVr�� , rc�ad Safi o✓Gti a r�w�1� ar�wg , � cann�l' aBard. -(v I�" ovt -ivq in all 0 oma4 /15-1—k � the �i� d� �I o'U lLre filer' �o-r: �l�ctG�rues 61 � �h� ��ll ,P�v/�� MA 50 yWd , Qm Qn���m� �,�r �a.!n (,t,�Or�l" O�t/�O�rwbi"IPS, Y.1"Q/,..e �- hu�- ✓fie r�� ,�t aYe no-t tr��'"� , �v>-N�, -ft�e�e� _ a.S ben d&V'rk�. 5�Y2��; 4� � .S�'2et Puf is hon-hlnn� , p�t� bQm �P/�e�ly.2Qi1 T am an�d� MmAn -}�e has �dic� �nOLqG�ncfQS Gt � L) �d.� • o s a � a �a NOT � �d +� � ,s Nor � � vet � a(�; ,�an�,. � �z as �fZ a� RECEIVED r' MAR _3 09T / /� CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISORS / �,_ _.cryo CONTRA COSTA CO, C'a�rd Cosa C�• � � From: �1�1a�tt, Citt� .Sav�v �e ,, Non-n.�r rqn � was a v�c dke-- wkip wo (I ph✓ate ��," ,�lyvIll �e �'x�-, �dsen, �tio Vv�ll ,fie W�rl� o� -fi�LCads, pn, �m�sr'd�u�a� �'� a dale; � am YJ v; 6 �( s d+s c ,�� Yee 1 S A lY'FC�'�,'UG��� 6m ��6'✓ Q G"_ 1 � o� do nr Dave a �, w c�a�d.., rr� a�e� where tv Kill ,l,�hle t"� m� . TG�ore�re� a4'144 W�j�' �.e �YP�iI (1kYtUn Qrj cold . 3) J�km Ab atm;r w- 4k r�=i-� pXaC�f� Ur,f%I �¢, �OoK�S e .IQ.Gk. CQr', Q� Yh2C�+G l,�ma CvulC� dn� "��� �m VY�"� �i,�✓L u %tie l � c�s+d�t�an rs �a1"T am oma. X�inCome.. Eyk rn� � o q Q°p� a�Y�p� arejff e, CAI WA -60 -4o 1,Les, Yt 4L (,A � yk w� a ��►II N� rem y� ,�,h� �'q�`� m� ne oik -4�L �S��• C- h� ��"U�,�- has ►�' I� •, tri np"i � -� 'Y"'' � � all �� Q,S �pUtc� .� a �,;,� .s;��t �i;�c � � ,S NOT 11j,Yy ?.n�ceG� !n/rryr �7tiPiSi. � -�P� QS rf� arn4 IT /h 41u5 hiQfif21 . OU MAR-03-1997 16:33 CONTRA COSTA CO SHERIFF 510 313 2750 P.02./03 Ca I[sept 100- 27 a.27 FEBRUARY 1997Fox Ptwne# urNana ff - ELIZABETH CASEY SAWYER TRE 1265 JUANITA DRIVE W.ALb7UT CREED, CALIFORNIA 94595 RE: 1265 JUA#I TA DRIVE, WALNUT CREEK APN: 185-352-037 REF: RP950507 DRAR MS. SAWYER 'THAM[ YOU FOR TALKING WITH MS CONCERNING VIOLATIONS ON YOUR PROPERTY REFERENCED ABOVE. YOU WILL RECALL THE ITEMS DISCUSSED ON SITE THAT CREATE THE VIOLATIONS OF THE CONTRA. COSTA COUNTY ORDINANCE CODE AND THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE ARE AS FOLLOWS: THE ACC IM[7LATION OF Ji.TNK AND DEBRIS ON AND ABOUT THE PREMISES UNIP01ZM HOUSING CODE, CHAPTERS 2,4 AND 10_ _THE STORAGE OF A TRAVEL TRAILER LACKING THE SCREENING REQUIRED TO OBSCURE SAID TRAILER FROM THE PUBLIC 'VIEW. CCC ORD. 84-68 . 1404 —THE STORAGE OF ABANDONED OR OTHERWISE NON—OPERATING VEHICLES THE AFOREMENTIONED VIOLATIONS ARE NOT INCLUSIVE, FOR THE PROPERTY HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE FOLLOWING STA'T'EMENTS TAKEN FROM THEIR RESPECTIVE CODES AND ORDINANCES An INCLUDED POP, YOUR INFORMATION. VIOLATIONS SEC-204 UNIFORM HOUSING CODE IT SHALL BE UNLAWFUL FQR ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION TO ERECT, CONSTRUCT, ENLARGE, ALTER, REPAIR, MOVE, IMPROVE, REMOVE, CONVERT OR DEMOLISH, EQUIP, USE, OCCUPY OR MAINTAIN ANY BUILDING OR STRUCTURE OR CAUSE OR PERMIT THE SAME TO BE DONE IN VIOLATION- OF THIS CODE. N17XSANCE SEC.401 (2) UNIFORM HOUSING CODE ANY ATTRAC`1'IVE NUISANCE WHICH MAY DROVE DETRIMENTAL, TO CHILDREN WHETHER. IN A BUILDING, ON TIME PREMISES dF A BUILDING, OR ON AN UNOCCUPIED LOT. THIS INCLUDES ANY ABANDONED WELLS, SHAFTS, BASEMENTS OR EXCAVATIONS; ABANDONED REFRIGERATORS AND MOTOR VEHICLES; OR ANY STRUCTURALLY UNSOUND FENCES OR STRUCTURES; OR ANY LUMBER, TRASH, FENCES, DEBRIS OR VEGETATION WHICH KAY PROVE A HAZARD FOR INQUISITIVE MINORS. 84-68.1404 STORAGE OF MOBILE HOMES, TRAVF'L TRAILERS AND CHAMP CARS CCC ORD. CODE THE STORAGE OF A MOBILE HOME, TRAVEL TRAILER OR CAMP CAR AT THE RESIDENCE OF THE OWNER OR ANY OTHER RESIDENCE IS PERMITTED WHEN NOT USED FOR LIVING OR SLEEPING PURPOSES; PROVIDED, 'T KAT T14B MOBILE HOME, TRAVEL TRAILER OR CAMP CAR SHALL HE ADEQUATELY SCREENED FROM VIEW FROM A PUBLIC ROAD—WAY OR THOROUGHFARE. (ORDS 92-65 , 2 [FORMER 1 84-66 .8101 , 8?-3 ; 2, 68-30 1 2 [FORMER 1 84-68.80813 , 67- MAR-03-1997 16:34 0-:HTRA COSTA Cb SHERIFF 510 313 2750 P.03/03 is 39 i 1: PRIOR CODE 1 8168 (4) (4) ) . THE VIOLATIONS AS STATED HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY NOTICED YOU BY MAIL BEGFNNING AUGUST 1995, SUBSEQUENT MAILINGS A CONVERSATIONS WITH AN INDIVIDUAL REPRESENTING HIMSELF AS YOUR SOR HAVE NOT PROVEN SUCCESSFUL IN THE RESOLUTION OF THE SITUATION. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFI19D TO ABATE TEE NUISANCE ON OR BEFORE (30) THIRTY DAYS FROM THE DATE You RECEIVE THIS LETTER. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE THE COUNTY TO TAKE SUCH ACTION AS NECESSARY TO GAIN COMPLIANCE WITH PREVAILINC CODES AND ORDINANCES. WE MAY BE REACHED .AT 335-1117 ANY WORKIDAY BETWEEN THE HOURS bF 7 .30 AND 10 : 00 AM. OUR OFFICES ARE CLOSED ON THE FIRST, THIRD AND FIFTH FRIDAYS OF EVERY MONTH. VERY TRULY YOURS, LH CC-. JOIN T. GREGORY, COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS OFFICE MARK R.OSBINS, SNVIRONMENTAL HEALTH KEVIN HILL, CONTRA COSTA FIRE TOTAL P.02 TOTAL P.03 The Board of Supervisors Phil Batchelor p Contra Clerk of the Board and County Administration Building o Sta County Administrator 651 Pine Street, Room 106 Costa (5 10)335-1900 Martinez,California 94553-1293 County Jim Rogers,1st District Gayle B.Uilkema,2nd District Donna Gerber,3rd District = �= Mark DeSaulnier,4th District Joe Canclamilla,5th District S sp•9- N'� February 28, 1997 CUU Ms . Elizabeth Casey Sawyer 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Dear Ms. Sawyer: Due to scheduling constraints on the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for March 11, 1997, the time for hearing on your appeal has been changed as follows : Pursuant to Ordinance No. 95-2, Section 430-8 . 014 (b) , you are hereby notified that your appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator relative to vehicles which you own will be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 11., 1997, at 10 :30 A.M. in the Board Chambers located at 651 Pine Street, Room 107, in Martinez, California. Very truly yours, PHIL BATCHELOR, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and County qAdminist r for By I V o De Hy Clerk Cc: County Counsel Sheriff' s Office-Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Zoning Administrator-Community Development The Board of SupervisorsCOntra Phil Batchelor Clerk of the Board and County Administration Building Costa County Administrator 651 Pine Street, Room 106 (510)335-1900 Martinez,California 94553-1293 County Jim Rogers,1st District Gayle B.Uilkema,2nd District s e L Donna Gerber,3rd District Mark DeSaulnier,4th District :;'� =`• Joe Canclamilla,5th District n. s February 24, 1997 oSTq �OUN� Ms. Elizabeth Casey Sawyer 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Dear Ms . Sawyer: Pursuant to Ordinance No. 95-2, Section 430-8 . 014 (b) , you are hereby notified that your appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator relative to vehicles which you own will be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 11, 1997, at 11 A.M. in the Board Chambers located at 651 Pine Street, Room 107, in Martinez, California. Very truly yours, PHIL BATCHELOR, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and Count Adm' istr ByAM ri A A,J De uty Clerk cc : County Counsel Sheriff' s Office-Abandoned Vehicle .Abatement Community Development OFFICE OF THE Ste: �W & RUPF Contra Costa County mmw Robert R. Henderson Patrol Division Undersheri f 510-313-2500 Date: February 19, 1997 To: Jeanne Maglio, Chief Clerk Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Contra Costa County Attn; Ann Cervelli Asst. Clerk From: Capt. L. Sim o of Division Commander By: Al Snell, 'ban oned Vehicle Abatement Program Subject: Abatement Action - 1265 Juanita Dr., Walnut Creek, CA; APN: 185-352-037 We received your Memorandum of Feb. 5, 1997, to the Zoning Administrator indicating that Ms. Elizabeth Casey Sawyer requested an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision to abate her three inoperable vehicles. The scheduled appeal date of Tuesday March 11, 1997, is agreeable with our department and we will provide you with all the material to be considered by the Board by March 5, 1997. The person to be notified of the March 11th appeal date is as follows: Elizabeth Casey Sawyer 1265 Juanita Dr. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Should you need further information, please call Nancy Perry White at 313-2796. Thank you. cc: Lt. R. Weckel CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Clerk of the Board Inter-Office Memo TO: Zoning Administrator Community Development Department DATE: February 5, 1997 FROM: Jeanne Maglio, Chief Clerk Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By Ann Cervelli, Assistant Clerk W a SUBJECT: Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Appeal On February 5, 1997, Mrs . Elizabeth Casey Sawyer requested an appeal from the decision of the Zoning Administrator on the proposed abatement of abandoned vehicles . Mrs . Sawyer' s appeal has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 11 1997, at 11 A.M. If Mrs . Sawyer' s appeal is not timely or there is any other reason the appeal should not be heard by the Board of Supervisors, please notify me immediately. If the appeal is timely and should be' heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 11, 1997, at 11 A.M. , please advise this office in writing by February 18 , 1997, and provide a list of people to be notified along with their addresses . Material to be considered by the Board on should be provided to this office by March 5, 1997 . Thank you. ac cc : County Counsel-D. Silver Sheriff-Coroner-Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Office-Nancy. County Administrator-John Gregory Sheriff-Coroner-Warren Rupf IIRECEIVED " I FEB - 51991 CLERK BOARD OF SUPERVISv'.. 11 CONTRA COSTA CO. a��l�i errs �'Z�� W6� vie / /VI� �. >Y - err �i✓r`� Wi�A � e CeolcL lcv�"' / af 4z �atJ w N/ef nontk �I,� -,S+nce `�l l e v��: ar�az-, � ��� _� At OLL- akr\ CL lOW InCDrn¢ ` i 07� rn hv�t� vet d,*hyr,e, of , hof.You �;;n�e �l, 199� I �N �� CJonntg of (fnntra Costa (Office of #4E ,,S4erif f Warren E.Rupf Sheriff January 31, 1997 Elizabeth Casey Sawyer Trust 1265 Juanita Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94595 APN 185-352-037 Re: Vehicle Abatement Action The appeal before the Zoning Administration was initially heard on November 18, 1996, and was rescheduled twice to accommodate your need. Your failure to appear on 1/27/97 results in the appeal hearing being held in your absence. The Zoning Administration decision is as follows: You have until 2/10/97 to get the three vehicles operable and call for an inspection or to remove the three vehicles from your property. If you disagree with the Zoning Administration decision, you have until 2/6/97 to file an appeal with the Board of Supervisors. This can be done by contacting the Clerk of the Board at 651 Pine Street, 1 st floor, Martinez, and the phone number is 646-2371. If the vehicles have not been made operable or removed from your property by 2/10/97, the Sheriffs Office will remove the vehicles unless your appeal to the Board of Supervisors has been filed by 2/6/97. Sincerely, WARREN E. RUPF, Sheriff Captain L. D. Simmons Patrol Division Commander cc: Debbie Chamberlain, Zoning Admin. 1980 Muir Road•Martinez, California 94553-4800 (510)313-2500