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Margate commission advances code-enforcement changes to magistrate process in first reading
5353763 · July 10, 2025
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Summary
On first reading, the commission approved changes intended to streamline code enforcement hearings and penalties, drawing questions about jail penalties and collection procedures.
The City Commission of Margate on July 9 approved on first reading an ordinance that amends the city code enforcement procedures and penalties, including changes designed to streamline magistrate hearings and allow immediate fines where appropriate.
City Attorney David Tolson and staff described the ordinance as an update to the code enforcement process intended to reduce repeat…
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