Karen Mata
Administrative Specialist, Public Safety
2101 47th Terrace East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Purpose
According to Florida Statute 162.03 (2), the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate has the authority to hold hearings and impose fines against violators of the Manatee County codes and ordinances.
Membership Requirements
Legal education and litigation experience are preferred but not essential.
Application
Advisory Board positions are advertised as openings become available.
To apply for an opening, fill out the online Advisory Board Application.
If you have questions about the application process, please call the Advisory Board liaison for that specific board.
Meeting Info
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at 09:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Chambers located on the first floor at the Manatee County Administration Center, 1112 Manatee Ave West, Bradenton, FL 34205.
Meeting Name
Meeting Downloads
November 18, 2026
October 28, 2026
September 23, 2026
August 26, 2026
July 22, 2026
June 24, 2026
May 27, 2026
April 22, 2026
March 25, 2026
February 25, 2026
January 28, 2026
November 19, 2025
October 22, 2025
September 24, 2025
August 27, 2025
July 23, 2025
June 25, 2025
May 28, 2025
April 23, 2025
March 26, 2025
February 26, 2025
January 22, 2025
Members
Name:
Ben Vitale
Term Expires:
10/25/2029
Seat:
Board Member
Name:
Walter Sowa
Term Expires:
10/25/2026
Seat:
Board Member