The Fort Pierce Special Magistrate Hearing held on August 13, 2025, focused on the procedural aspects of notifying violators about hearings related to code enforcement cases. The meeting outlined the steps taken to ensure that individuals are properly informed of their hearings as mandated by state statute 162.12.

Key discussions included the process of sending notices via certified mail to the filers. If the recipient signs the green card confirming receipt, it is filed accordingly. However, if the green card is returned unsigned or unclaimed, an affidavit of mailing is sent to the violator through regular U.S. mail. This ensures that all parties are aware of the upcoming hearings.

Additionally, the meeting highlighted the importance of public notification. Ten days prior to the hearing, a notice is posted on the bulletin board at city hall and at the property in question, accompanied by an affidavit of posting. If the green card is not returned to the code enforcement department within the specified timeframe, the posting is completed as if the card had been unclaimed.

These procedures are crucial for maintaining transparency and ensuring that all individuals involved in code enforcement cases are given fair notice of hearings, whether or not they are mandated by state law. The meeting underscored the city's commitment to following proper protocols in handling code violations and ensuring community awareness.