CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD AGENDA PACKET MAY 20, 2026

Contractors Licensing Board · 2026-05-20 · agenda_packet

This document details the St. Lucie County Contractor Licensing Board's regular meeting on March 11, 2026, and lists upcoming agenda items for May 20, 2026. The March meeting included approval of minutes, swearing in staff, public comment regarding a contractor's alleged dishonesty and poor workmanship, and the approval of numerous contractor license applications by consent, reciprocity, and board review. Notably, Edward L. Smith's request for reinstatement of permitting privileges was deferred, while Jerardo Ayala's was approved. The document also includes a list of applicants for various contractor licenses and journeyman certificates, along with their application status and supporting documentation like test scores and employment verification. A significant portion of the public comment focused on Benjamin Drew Jimenez, a contractor accused of taking $5,400 from a widow for unnecessary drain field work, failing to complete the job, and not obtaining permits. Board Member Michael DiFrancesco expressed strong disapproval of Mr. Jimenez's past actions and advocated for stricter disciplinary measures, including license revocation, to protect consumers. The upcoming May 20, 2026 meeting agenda includes items for board review and potential approval of applications, with specific applicants like Georgie Torres and Rudy Alvarez seeking Journeyman Electrical Certificates of Competency.