When most people hear Code Enforcement, they think of overgrown yards, junked cars, or petty neighbor disputes. The truth? Code enforcement is at the heart of community health and safety—and it’s time to change the narrative.

In this episode, host Matt Silver, Esq., sits down with Larry Breceda, a City Director of Public Safety, to break down the biggest myths and misperceptions about code enforcement and uncover what really happens behind the scenes. From the “broken window” doctrine to claims of government overreach, Matt and Larry tackle the stereotypes head-on and share the reality of how code enforcement protects neighborhoods, supports residents, and upholds quality of life.

Host: Matthew R. Silver, CCEO, Esq.

Guest Speaker(s): Larry Breceda, City Director of Public Health

Larry Breceda has served his community for over two decades, rising from Public Safety Manager to his current role as Director of Public Safety. Larry is an executive board member of the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) and an educator who trains future leaders in public safety and code enforcement.

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