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Meeting Name: City Commission Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/10/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Hall, Commission Chambers
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25-9130 1A.-1. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Proclamation declaring July 2025 as "Taste the Gables - Restaurant Month" in Coral Gables.   Not available Video Video
25-8839 2A.-2.Congratulations to Captain Louie Fajardo recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of March 2025Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Captain Louie Fajardo recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of March 2025.   Not available Video Video
25-8876 1A.-3. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Firefighter Daniel Mosqueira recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of May 2025.   Not available Video Video
25-8869 1A.-4. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Sergeant Velier Zaccheo, recipient of the 2024 Robert DeKorte Memorial Award.   Not available Video Video
25-9103 1D.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission approving the annual review required by the City of Coral Gables and University of Miami Development Agreement and Section 163.3235 of the Florida Statutes, for the period from September 28, 2023 to September 27, 2024.   Not available Not available
25-9109 3D.-2.MOA UASI 2024 AgreementResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Program Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Miami and the City of Coral Gables; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Budget to recognize the $153,033.00 grant as revenue and to appropriate such funds to cover the grant expenditures.   Not available Not available
25-9110 1D.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the City Manager to request additional spending authority in the amount of $25,200.00 for a contract awarded to Medical Priority Consultants, d/b/a Priority Dispatch Corporation pursuant to Section 2-764 of the Procurement Code entitled “Approval of Change Orders and Contract Modifications”. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
25-9030 1D.-4.Defensive Tactics TrainingResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing ratification of prior expenditures and approving of a new contract with Kaizen Defensive Systems, Inc. for the Coral Gables Police Department for an estimated annual amount not to exceed $150,000.00 pursuant to Section 2-607 (24) of the Procurement Code entitled “Exemptions” (Consultants for professional services with special skills). Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
25-9149 1D.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Don Slesnick III (nominated by Mayor Lago) and Yamilet Rodriguez (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as members of the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9150 1D.-6. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Mary Palacio-Pike (nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the School Community Relations Committee, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9151 1D.-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Arnold J. Weil (nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the Mayor’s Advisory Council, for a two-year term which began on April 25, 2025 and continues through April 30, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9152 1D.-8. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Armando Bucelo (nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the Code Enforcement Board for the remainder of an unexpired term three-year term, which began on June 1, 2023 and continues through May 31, 2026.   Not available Not available
25-9160 1D.-9. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Teddy Lloutellier (Nominated by the University of Miami) and Tiffany Troxler (nominated by Florida International University) to serve as members of the Sustainability Advisory Board, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9161 1D.-10. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Raul Faget (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the City of Coral Gables/University of Miami Community Relations Committee, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9162 1D.-11. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Alexis Ehrenhaft (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Coral Gables Merrick House Governing Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9163 1D.-12. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Derrek Space (nominated by Commissioner Lara) and Rene E. Alvarez (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as members of the Coral Gables Retirement Board - General Employees, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9164 1D.-13. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Eric Fliss (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Cultural Development Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9165 1D.-14. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Cesar Garcia-Pons (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Historic Preservation Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9166 1D.-15. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Ilsa Danielson (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the International Affairs Coordinating Council, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9167 1D.-16. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Amy Dash (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Landscape Beautification Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9168 1D.-17. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Ginger Jochem (nominated by Commissioner Lara) and Zully Pardo (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as members of the Library Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9169 1D.-18. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Erik Rodriguez (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9170 1D.-19. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Julian Sevillano (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Senior Citizens Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9171 1D.-20. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Evelyn Diaz (nominated by Commissioner Lara) and Richard Bennett (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as a member of the Landmarks Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9186 1D.-21. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Carlos Bolivar (nominated by Commissioner Lara) to serve as a member of the Construction Regulation Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9194 1D.-22. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Nestor Menendez (nominated by Vice Mayor Anderson) to serve as a member of the Planning and Zoning Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9195 1D.-23. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Roland Rodriguez - Zone 2 (nominated by Vice Mayor Anderson) to serve as a member of the Transportation Advisory Board, for a two year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9188 1D.-24. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission renewing the Parking Lease Agreement with the University of Miami for Municipal Parking Lots #42 and #43 for an additional twelve (12) months beginning September 1, 2025 and ending August 31, 2026, at the rate of $76,282.56 annually, payable in equal monthly installments.   Not available Not available
25-9202 1D.-25. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance of Grant Agreement No. DMS-24/25-342 with the Florida Department of Management Services under the Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program, to provide the City with two cybersecurity solutions and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement for said assistance.   Not available Not available
25-9121 11.-1. MinutesAdvisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of May 7, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-9134 11.-2. MinutesBudget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of April 30, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-9098 11.-3. MinutesLandscape Beautification Advisory Board meeting of May 8, 2025   Not available Not available
25-9141 11.-4.Minutes of May 7, 2025MinutesWaterway Advisory Board Meeting of May 7, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-9240 2Non-agenda Item ResolutionA Resolution appointing Samuel Joseph (Nominated by Commissioner Castro) to serve as a member of the School and Community Relations Committee, for a two (2) year term, which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-8953 1E.-1. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending City Code Section 78-101, "Compulsory Connection Required Where Sanitary Sewer Available," to provide for City responsibility for sewer laterals located in the right-of-way under certain conditions; to establish circumstances under which property owners remain responsible for repairs; to establish triggers for mandatory lateral replacement during new construction or substantial improvements; providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-8999 1E.-2. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Code of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, Chapter 2, entitled “Administration,” Article III “Boards, Commissions, Committees,” Division 1 “Generally” by amending Section 2-52 “Qualification and Appointment of Members” in order to offer members of City boards access to pickleball facilities at the Biltmore and Salvadore Park Tennis Centers free of charge; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9000 1E.-3. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending City Code Chapter 2, "Administration," Article II "City Commission," Section 2-28 "Mayor; Duties and Powers," to clarify the Mayor's ability to designate City representatives for City Delegations; providing for severability provision, repealer clause, codification, and providing for effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9067 1E.-4. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission approving a purchase and sale agreement to include certain key terms with Eugenia S. Schmid, as trustee of the Eugenia S. Schmid Declaration of Trust dated August 7, 1998 for the purchase of an undeveloped parcel of land located at 1031 Valencia Avenue; waiving certain requirements pursuant to Section 2-1089 of Division 12 of the Procurement Code; providing for a severability clause and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-8951 1E.-5. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission authorizing the City to enter into an office lease with the Miami-Dade County Office of the Tax Collector with regard to the City-owned property located at 224 Minorca Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 for a period of five (5) years and with two (2) additional five year renewal options, at the City's discretion. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
24-8485 1E.-6. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission requesting amendments to the text and maps of the City of Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan, pursuant to expedited state review procedures (S.163.3184, Florida Statues) and Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments;” to update as a result of the City’s Evaluation and Appraisal Report, the minimum planning periods and sewer requirements, as well as amendments to certain goals, objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan; providing for a repealer provision, providing for a severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (01 15 25 PZB recommended approval, Vote 7-0)   Not available Video Video
25-8952 1E.-7. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 58, entitled "Special Assessments," Article V - "Master Service Assessment," Division 2 - "Assessments," Section 58-253 "Notice of Publication," and remove the requirement for newspaper publication and incorporate the previously adopted definition of publications' providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.   Not available Video Video
25-9201 1E.-8. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending City Code Chapter 2, "Administration," Article V "Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics," to create Section 2-308 "Prohibition on City Commissioners serving as Campaign/Political Consultants," to prohibit City Commissioners from serving as campaign/political consultants for candidates for elected office in the CIty; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9203 1E.-9. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Section 2-54 “Attendance by members at meetings; resignation of members” of the City Code to revise the definition of excessive absences for the Board of Adjustment, Construction Regulation Board, Historic Preservation Board, Code Enforcement Board, and the Planning and Zoning Board; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
25-9206 1E.-10. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Article IV, “Code Enforcement,”, Section 101-100, “creation; membership; statutes to govern board,” of the City Code to revise the membership and attendance requirements for the Code Enforcement Board; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
25-9213 1F.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission adopting the current form application for Development Review Committee as a minimum standard for such application form. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
25-9214 1F.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission calling a Special Election on the proposed ballot question and City Charter Amendment to be held on November 3, 2026; providing for submission to the electors for approval or disapproval of a ballot question asking if the Charter should be amended to allow the appointing Commissioner or appointed Official to remove a board member from that position prior to the expiration of their term; providing for notice; providing for inclusion in the City Charter; providing for related matters; providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9172 1F.-3. Agenda ItemPresentation on the Liberte Art Contest, a centennial collaboration with ArtLabbe Foundation. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9010 1F.-4. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding potential amendments to the Zoning Code regarding artificial turf. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9011 1F.-5. Agenda ItemUpdate regarding City Hall. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
25-9013 1F.-6. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding hybrid work policy. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9023 1F.-7. ResolutionDiscussion regarding artists for art in public places. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9041 1F.-8. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding cleanup efforts throughout the downtown area. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9105 1F.-9. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding hybrid work and the consideration of different options. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9129 1F.-10. ResolutionDiscussion regarding Miami Association of REALTORS grant opportunity. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
25-9133 1F.-11. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. (Sponsored by the Vice Mayor)   Not available Video Video
25-9140 1F.-12. Agenda ItemUpdate on pilot residential parking rate. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9218 1F.-13. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding DERM permitting delays. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
25-9223 1F.-14. Agenda ItemDiscussion on resident concerns regarding the road repairs on Pisano Avenue and Lighting Needs at Cartagena Circle. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9224 1F.-15. Agenda ItemDiscussion on curb damage at Los Pinos Boulevard and development of a long term solution. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9225 1F.-16. Agenda ItemDiscussion on pedestrian safety and ADA accessibility along Aragon Ave, Giralda Ave and other high-traffic Areas. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9226 1F.-17. Agenda ItemDiscussion addressing resident concerns about Parking Enforcement along Cordova Street and the need for renovations at Salvadore Park. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9227 1F.-18. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding a sidewalk installation at Alhambra Circle Entrance on Douglas Road. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9228 1F.-19. Agenda ItemDiscussion on the Gables by the Sea Road Resurfacing Project and speed control in the area. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9222 1F.-20. OrdinanceA Resolution of the City Commission directing the Human Resources Director to include the personnel rules a policy addressing workplace relationships between supervisors and direct subordinates. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
25-9241 1Non-agenda Item ResolutionA Resolution to reconsider item E-4.   Not available Not available
25-9154 1G.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointments of _______________and ______________ (nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Arts Advisory Panel, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9155 1G.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointments of _______________and ______________ (nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Firefighters Pension Trust Fund, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9156 1G.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointments of _______________and ______________ (nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Historic Preservation Board, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Video Video
25-9157 1G.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointments of _______________and ______________ (nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund Board of Trustees, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Video Video
25-9158 1G.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of _______________ (nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as a member of the School Community Relations Committee, for a two-year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
25-9221 1G.-6. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission granting approval of a residential waiver (by a four-fifths vote of the City Commission) for Adriana Gonzalez Fernandez (nominated by City Manager Iglesias), in accordance with Section 2-52(b)(2) of the City Code, to serve as a member of the Waterway Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term, which begins on June 1, 2025 and through May 31, 2027.   Not available Video Video
25-9159 1H.-1.Sanitary Sewer Fees Increase for LateralsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, as amended, Resolution 2016-148, as amended, Resolution 2017-167, as amended, Resolution 2018-219, as amended, Resolution 2018-219 as amended, and 2020-158, as amended to adjust the Sanitary Sewer Charges, providing for severability clause, and providing for an effective date.   Not available Video Video
25-9099 1H.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission relating to the collection and disposal of Solid Waste in the City of Coral Gables, Florida; determining the Solid Waste Cost and the Solid Waste Service Assessments for the Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2025; directing the preparation of an Assessment Roll; Authorizing a Public Hearing and directing the Provision of Notice thereof; and providing for an effective date.   Not available Video Video
25-8855 1H.-3.RFP 2024-046 Electric Vehicle Charging StationsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award RFP 2024-046 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to Blink Network, LLC., the highest ranked responsive and responsible proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Request for Proposal (RFP) 2024-046. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Video Video
25-9100 1H.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission appointing individuals to the Wheel of Special Magistrates/Hearing Officers for certain quasi-judicial hearings pursuant to Section 101-135 of the City Code.   Not available Video Video
25-9132 1H.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Innovation and Technology Officer to increase the spending authority on the CDW-G Sourcewell Contract # 20600-Technology Products and Services in the estimated amount of $800,000.00.   Not available Not available
25-9146 1H.-6. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the City Manager to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code as a Special Procurement/Bid Waiver for the purchase of three Wizard of Oz themed statues-Dorothy, Toto, and the Tin Man-from Brodin Studios Inc. for installation at the new Mayor Dorothy Thomson Park located at the corner of Toledo Street and Alava avenue, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Video Video
25-9148 2H.-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance of Grant Agreement No. HID1225G0597-00 in the amount of $1,071,873 on behalf of the Coral Gables Police Department as part of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program to support Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operations of the South Florida Money Laundering Strike Force; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 annual budget to recognize the $1,071,873 grant as revenue and to appropriate such funds to put toward the cost of the program.   Not available Video Video
25-9153 1H.-8. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance of a second amendment to Grant Agreement No C2102 with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), provided for an extension to the grant agreement for the Coral Gables Waterway/Biscayne Bay Water Quality Improvement Project and authorizing the City Manager to execute the amendment for said financial assistance.   Not available Video Video
25-9102 1H.-9. Agenda ItemDiscussion and update regarding Miami-Dade County DERM impervious surface ordinance.   Not available Video Video
25-9142 1J.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2024-284, and in accordance with Section 2-30 of the City Code, entitled “Regular Meetings, Special Meetings” setting forth the revised meeting dates for 2025; more specifically, changing the previously scheduled Tuesday, July 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting to Tuesday, July 1, 2025 and the previously scheduled July 9, 2025 City Commission Meeting (Budget Presentation) to Wednesday, July 2, 2025.   Not available Video Video
25-9242 1Non-agenda Item ResolutionA Resolution to begin the process   Not available Not available
25-9243 1Non-agenda Item ResolutionA Resolution providing the City Manager to get started   Not available Not available