City of Coral Gables - Meeting of City Commission on 4/8/2014 at 9:00 AM

14-2947

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:21 GMT

File #: 14-2947
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-1.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 11, 2014 as Arbor Day in Coral Gables.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2955

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:21 GMT

File #: 14-2955
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-2.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2014 as Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month in Coral Gables.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2954

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2954
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-3.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Presentation of a proclamation declaring April 6-12, 2014 as National Crime Victim's Week in Coral Gables.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2963

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2963
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-4.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Presentation of a Proclamation declaring the week of April 13, 2014 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week in Coral Gables.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2957

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2957
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-5.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Congratulations to Communications Operator Sofia Broja, recipient of the City of Coral Gables Communications Operator of the Year Award for 2013.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2958

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2958
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-6.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Congratulations to Detective Velier Zaccheo, recipient of the City of Coral Gables Officer of the Month Award, for the month of February 2014.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2965

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2965
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-7.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Congratulations to Lt. Eddie Dunn, recipient of the City of Coral Gables Firefighter of the Month Award, for the month of April 2014.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-2977

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2977
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: A.-8.
Type: Presentation/Protocol Document
Title: Congratulations to Christine Matteucci, Community Services Department, recipient of the City of Coral Gables Employee of the Month Award, for the month of April 2014.
Action: Presented and Filed
Result:

14-3000

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-3000
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: B.-1.
Type: Minutes
Title: Regular City Commission Meeting of March 11, 2014.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2944

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2944
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-1.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution ratifying a one-day permit to the United Way of Miami-Dade to sell alcoholic beverages on Thursday, April 10, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Village of Merrick Park on San Lorenzo Avenue during the Miami Wine and Food Festival, subject to Florida Department of Professional Regulation requirements.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2953

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2953
Ver.: 2
Agenda #: C.-2.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing the acceptance and execution of a $10,000 grant from the 2014 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Annual Budget to recognize the grant as revenue, and to appropriate such funds to cover the grant expenditures.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2956

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2956
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-3.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution appointing Janet Miller Nostro (Nominated by Commissioner Lago) to serve as a member of the Pinewood Cemetery Advisory Board, for the remainder of a two-year term, beginning June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2015.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2961

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2961
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-4.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing the waiving of the cost of the facility rental fee for the usage of the Venetian Pool for the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables Spring Social and Fundraiser on Saturday, April 26, 2014.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2971

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2971
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-6.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing entering into renewal leases with Dr. James C. Cosmides and Dr. Stuart H. Savedoff with regard to City owned property at 427 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, Florida for a period of five (5) years.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2990

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2990
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-7.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing two economic development sponsorship opportunities.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2945

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2945
Ver.: 2
Agenda #: C.-9.
Type: Minutes
Title: Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of March 6, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2949

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2949
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-10.
Type: Minutes
Title: Communications Committee Meeting of February 21, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2950

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2950
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-11.
Type: Minutes
Title: Coral Gables Merrick House Governing Board Meeting of March 3, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2951

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2951
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-12.
Type: Minutes
Title: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of February 28, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2952

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2952
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-13.
Type: Minutes
Title: Senior Citizens Advisory Board Meeting of February 3, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2959

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2959
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-14.
Type: Minutes
Title: School and Community Relations Committee Meeting of November 12, 2013
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2960

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2960
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-15.
Type: Minutes
Title: Historic Preservation Board Meeting of February 20, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2970

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2970
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-16.
Type: Minutes
Title: Budget/Audit Advisory Board Meeting of February 26, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2972

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2972
Ver.: 2
Agenda #: C.-17.
Type: Minutes
Title: Disability Affairs Board Meeting of February 5, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2980

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2980
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-18.
Type: Minutes
Title: Parking Advisory Board Meeting of January 23, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2981

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2981
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-19.
Type: Minutes
Title: Insurance Advisory Committee Meeting of March 20, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2982

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2982
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-20.
Type: Minutes
Title: Insurance Advisory Committee Meeting of March 25, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2985

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2985
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-21.
Type: Minutes
Title: Cultural Development Board Meeting of February 26, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2986

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2986
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-22.
Type: Minutes
Title: Economic Development Board Meeting February 5, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2987

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2987
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-23.
Type: Minutes
Title: Property Advisory Board Meeting of February 19, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2993

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2993
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-24.
Type: Minutes
Title: Disability Affairs Board Meeting of March 5, 2014
Action: approved
Result: Pass

14-2967

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2967
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-5.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution entering into a renewal lease with Plumer Management, L.L.C., for 11 parking spaces on City property behind 5915 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables, FL, for a period of three (3) years with a one (1) year option.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2991

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2991
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: C.-8.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to authorize contract negotiations with Reynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc. (RS&H) and if necessary, with other short-listed consulting firms for the development of a Sustainability Master Plan pursuant to Florida Statute 287.055, known as the “Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act” and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2013.11.27.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-3029

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:26 GMT

File #: 14-3029
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: Non Agenda
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution appointing Chris Morrison (nominated by Vice Mayor Kerdyk) to serve as a member of the Citywide Traffic Advisory Board - Zone 5, for the remainder of a two-year term, beginning June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2015.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-3030

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:26 GMT

File #: 14-3030
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: Non Agenda
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution appointing Rafael de la Grana (Nominated by Commissioner Quesada) to serve as a member of the Citywide Traffic Advisory Board - Zone 4, for the remainder of a two-year term, beginning June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2015.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-3031

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:14:42 GMT

File #: 14-3031
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: Non Agenda
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution accepting the resignation of City Manager Patrick Salerno.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #:
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: Anyone who wishes to address the City Commission on an item to be considered for public hearing must fill out a Speaker Card and turn it in to the City Clerk. Speaker Cards can be obtained on the credenza located outside the Office of the Mayor, during the day of the City Commission Meeting.
Action:
Result:

14-2935

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2935
Ver.: 2
Agenda #: E.-1.
Type: Ordinance
Title: An Ordinance of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, relating to capital improvements and related services providing a special benefit to local areas within the city; authorizing the imposition and collection of special assessments to fund the cost of capital improvements and related services providing a special benefit to local areas within the city; providing certain definitions; providing for the creation of assessment areas; providing a procedure to impose special assessments; establishing procedures for notice and adoption of assessment rolls and for correction of errors and omissions; providing that assessments constitute a lien on assessed property upon adoption of the assessment rolls; authorizing hardship assistance and certain exemptions; providing a procedure for voluntary assessment programs; providing a procedure for collection of special assessments; providing a mechanism for the imposition of assessments on government property; repealing sections 58-19, 58-20, 58-22 through 58-49 and 58-53 of the City of Coral Gables Code of Ordinances; providing for severability; and pr
Action: adopted by Ordinance Number
Result: Pass

14-2999

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2999
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: E.-2.
Type: Ordinance
Title: An Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Code of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, to move the function of preparation of the Commission Meeting Agenda from the City Manager to the City Clerk, and moving the Agenda Coordinator position and budgeted funds from under the Office of City Manager to under the Office of City Clerk, and providing for severability, repealer, codification, and an effective date.
Action: Deferred
Result:

14-2962

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2962
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: E.-3.
Type: Ordinance
Title: Zoning Code Text Amendment. An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for a text amendment to Article III “Development Review” of the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code to modify existing procedures and create new procedures to resolve disputes and provide relief from the application of the Zoning Code; providing for severability, repealer, codification, and an effective date. (Passed on First Reading April 8, 2014)
Action: approved as an Ordinance on First Reading
Result: Pass

14-2995

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2995
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: F.-1.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Discussion and/or action as to the role of city staff regarding the placement of matters on the agenda for consideration by the Board of Architects. Commissioner Vince Lago
Action: Deferred
Result:

14-2996

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2996
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: F.-2.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Discussion and/or action related to directors attending commission meetings. Commissioner Vince Lago
Action: Deferred
Result:

14-2997

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2997
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: F.-3.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Discussion and/or action related to commission inquiries for information to city staff. Commissioner Vince Lago
Action: Discussed and Filed
Result:

14-2942

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2942
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: G.-1.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of the following individuals to serve as members of the Green Task Force, for a two (2) year term, which began on June 1, 2013 and continues through May 31, 2015. (Deferred from the March 11, 2014, Meeting) Landscape Architect (1): ____________________________________ Professional Planner (1): ____________________________________ Interest in Historic Preservation (1): ___________________________ Engineer (1): _____________________________________________ LEED Architect (1): _______________________________________ University of Miami (1): Humberto Speziani Chamber of Commerce (1): Anabella Smith Garden Club (1): Sharon V. Trbovich Coral Gables Residents (3): _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2946

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2946
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: G.-2.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution appointing Joan Valdes (nominated by Board-As-A-Whole) to serve as a member of the Senior Citizens Advisory Board, for the remainder of a two-year term, beginning June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2013.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2983

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2983
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: H.-1.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing the renewal of the medical insurance plan with Humana as outlined in the presentation to the Insurance Advisory Committee for an additional one-year term, effective July 1, 2014; further authorizing the renewal of the Florida Combined Life dental plan for an additional one-year term, effective July 1, 2014; and the Standard Insurance Company Life/AD&D plan for an additional two-year term, effective July 1, 2014.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-3032

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:26 GMT

File #: 14-3032
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: Non Agenda
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution of the City of Coral Gables directing City staff to look into creating a wellness program.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2984

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2984
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: H.-2.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution authorizing the renewal of the property and casualty insurance program which include, but are not limited to, property, general liability, automobile liability, public officials errors & omissions, workers compensation, other ancillary lines of insurance coverage and insurance broker fees through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., in the amount of $ 2,279,174 for the policy period of May 1, 2014 to May 1, 2015.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2994

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2994
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: H.-3.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Presentation regarding efforts to address deficiencies in City leases and collection practices.
Action:
Result:

14-2998

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:24 GMT

File #: 14-2998
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: H.-4.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution accepting the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013 by McGladrey, LLP, Certified Public Accountants.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2974

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2974
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.-1.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, relating to the Retirement System for City Employees; authorizing the City Attorney to take legal action on behalf of the City and the Retirement Board against The Nyhart Company and Stanley Holcombe & Associates, as actuaries for the Retirement System, to recover damages caused by the actions of The Nyhart Company and Stanley Holcombe & Associates relating to application of the maximum limits on retirement benefits contained in Section 415 of the Internal Revenue Code, and any other claims the City and Board may have; authorizing the City Attorney to engage outside legal counsel to assist in taking such necessary legal action; providing for full force and effectiveness; providing for repeal of conflicting Resolutions; and providing an effective date.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2975

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2975
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.-2.
Type: Resolution
Title: Presentation relating to PACE Program and residential properties.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2976

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2976
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.-3.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Update regarding Abandoned Property Ordinance and vacant properties.
Action: Discussed and Filed
Result:

14-2989

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-2989
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.-4.
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution amending previous Resolution No. 2011-46, approving salary and benefit package, as set forth herein.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-3034

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:23 GMT

File #: 14-3034
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: Non Agenda
Type: Resolution
Title: Resolution of the City of Coral Gables Commission accepting Title VI Program Plan approved by the City Attorney.
Action: adopted by Resolution Number
Result: Pass

14-2973

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:58:22 GMT

File #: 14-2973
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: J.-1.
Type: Agenda Item
Title: Update of Virtual Historic City Project.
Action: Deferred
Result: