Ethics Commission approves $1,000 stipulation in John Stevens case

The Commission on Ethics voted unanimously by roll call to approve a joint stipulation resolving two allegations against respondent John Stevens, a commissioner with the Cedar Hammock Fire District. Commission advocate Mr. Burns told the panel that Stevens would admit one allegation of misusing his position and pay a $1,000 fine; the other allegation would be dismissed because the evidence did not warrant further proceedings.