ITQ# Special Magistrate Services for Code Enforcement & School Zone Speed Detection Hearings

The City of Homestead seeks a qualified professional to serve as Special Magistrate to preside over hearings for school zone speed limit violations and general code enforcement violations. The selected vendor will conduct hearings, review evidence, subpoena witnesses, take sworn testimony, and issue legally binding orders. The compensation will be based on a per-hearing rate of $125 per hour, with a cap of $750 per hearing. Some key responsibilities include: • Presiding over hearings for school zone speed limit violations detected by the City’s Speed Detection Systems. • Presiding over code compliance hearings related to violations, notices of violation, and citations issued under Chapter 7 of the City Code. • Subpoenaing evidence, alleged violators, and witnesses to appear at hearings. • Taking testimony under oath and maintaining fair, impartial proceedings. • Issuing written orders that have the force of law and direct the necessary corrective actions or penalties. • Coordinating with the Clerk designated by the City to ensure the proper issuance of subpoenas and hearing notices.