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Meeting Details

Meeting Name: City Commission Agenda status: Final Revised
Meeting date/time: 9/15/2026 9:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Police and Fire Headquarters, Community Meeting Room
2151 Salzedo Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Not available  
Meeting video: eComment: Not available  
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26-2001 1A.-1. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation and introduction of the Coral Gables Police Department mounted patrol horses, Merrick and Scarlet.   Not available Video Video
26-2002 1A.-2. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of the new Coral Gables Police Department High Water Rescue Vehicle.   Not available Video Video
26-2049 1A.-3. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2026 as "Constitution Week" in Coral Gables.   Not available Video Video
26-1831 1A.-4. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Firefighter Daniel Martinez, recipient of the City of Coral Gables "Firefighter of the Month Award," for the month of September 2026.   Not available Video Video
26-2018 1A.-5. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Officer Anibal Guerrero, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Officer of the Month Award,” for the month of July 2026   Not available Video Video
26-1868 1D.-1.IFB 2026-024 Maintenance Facility ImprovementsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Maintenance Facility Improvements Project to ConstructionX, LLC, the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the estimated amount of $172,940.00 and not to exceed budgeted funds, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Invitation for Bid (IFB) 2026-024. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-2006 1D.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the City Manager to approve encroachments into the public right-of-way associated with the Underline Project within the City.   Not available Not available
26-2051 1D.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission approving the “Day of the Dead” event as one of five events of the International Cultural Events Program.   Not available Not available
26-2084 1D.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve and execute permanent easements in favor of the Florida Department of Transportation over portions of Merrick Park, in connection with FDOT Financial Project ID Nos. 447829-1-52-01 and 447829-1-52-02, for sidewalk and signalization improvements along State Road 953/Le Jeune Road.   Not available Not available
26-2103 1D.-6. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the appointment of Commissioner Melissa Castro to serve as Chair of the 2026-2027 Florida League of Cities Development, Code Compliance and Redevelopment Policy Committee, authorizing Commissioner Castro to advocate for the City's legislative priorities.   Not available Not available
26-1934 11.-1. MinutesAdvisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of August 5, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2015 11.-2. MinutesCode Enforcement Board Meeting of June 17, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2077 11.-3. MinutesCode Enforcement Board Meeting of July 15, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2043 11.-4. MinutesCoral Gables Golf and Country Club Advisory Board Meeting of June 24, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2016 11.-5.Retirement Board Meeting of June 18, 2026MinutesRetirement Board Meeting of June 18, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2017 11.-6.Retirement Board Investment Committee Meeting of July 23, 2026MinutesRetirement Board Investment Committee Meeting of July 23, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-2048 11.-7. MinutesYouth Advisory Board Meeting of August 12, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-1858 1D.-5.RFP 2026-013 External Auditing ServicesResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award Request for Proposals (RFP) 2026-013 for External Auditing Services to CBIZ CPAs P.C., the highest ranked responsive responsible proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Request for Proposal (RFP) 2026-013. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Video Video
26-1955 1E-1. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2022-26, which granted approval of a Planned Area Development (PAD) for the multi-family project referred to as “301-341 Madeira” on the property legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida, to modify Condition relating to underground utilities by replacing the undergrounding requirement with an obligation to contribute $300,000 to the City; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra   Not available Video Video
26-1865 1E-2. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-217, “Development Agreements,” to amend the maximum duration of Development Agreements and certain requirements to ensure consistency with State Statutes; and providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (0812 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 6-0)   Not available Video Video
26-2028 1E-4. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Gables by amending Chapter 6, Section 6-3, “Retail beverage store and retail liquor store licenses issued to bona fide restaurants” to allow restaurants of 120 seats or over to serve alcoholic beverages or intoxicating liquors from bars; providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.   Not available Video Video
26-2079 1E-5. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission providing for Text Amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 11, “Signs,” Section 11-109, “Temporary Noncommercial Signs,” to amend the number and placement of temporary noncommercial signs; eliminating front yard setback requirements; and authorizing additional bonus signs under certain circumstances; providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-2102 1E-6. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission creating Chapter 2, "Administration," Article XIII, "Campaign Finance Reform," to prohibit campaign contributions from vendors, certain lobbyists, and real estate developers; providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
26-1957 1E-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2022-126, which granted conditional use approval for the multi-family project referred to as “301-341 Madeira” on property legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida, to modify condition regarding underground utilities; and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra   Not available Video Video
26-1814 1F.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2026-167, which directed the City Manager not to proceed with any major capital improvements that would require temporarily ceasing operations at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center until the reverter clause in the deed to the property has been modified to address the City Commission's concerns regarding its potential interpretation; and directing the City Attorney to pause on litigation efforts. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Not available
26-2078 1F.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission directing staff to explore opportunities with visitor transportation operators and other hotel and hospitality partners to develop Coral Gables stops or itineraries to increase visitor foot traffic and support the city's local restaurants, retailers, and small business. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
26-2105 1F.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission referring certain matters for review by the Inspector General. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
26-2108 1F.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission establishing a Senior Relief Grant Fund for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and directing City staff to identify a source of funding. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)   Not available Video Video
26-2109 1F.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission establishing a Veterans with Disabilities Relief Grant Fund for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and directing city staff to identify a source of funding. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)   Not available Video Video
26-1808 1F.-6. Agenda ItemPresentation regarding the Coral Gables Public School Guide. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-1403 1F.-7. Agenda ItemLegislative Priorities Update. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
26-2037 1F.-8. Agenda ItemUpdate on No Bicycle, Skateboard, Scooter on Sidewalk Signage on Ponce de Leon Blvd. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-2038 1F.-9. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding waterway regulations and enforcement. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
26-2039 1F.-10. Agenda ItemUpdate regarding the Development Services Department Same Day Permit Program. (Sponsored by Commissioner Lara)   Not available Video Video
26-2041 1F.-11. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding the City Hall construction fence project. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
26-2071 1F.-12. Agenda ItemInaugural Coral Gables Salute to Veterans event update and presentation. (Sponsored by Commissioner Lara)   Not available Video Video
26-2106 1F.-13. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding political committee's use of and interaction with official City social media platforms and communications involving members of the City Commission, and consideration of appropriate safeguards to maintain separation between official City business and political activity. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Not available
26-2107 1F.-14. Agenda ItemUpdate regarding the investigation into alleged false testimony provided during the August 26, 2026 City Commission Meeting. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)   Not available Video Video
26-2110 1F.-15. Agenda ItemUpdate on the extension of allowable trolley life. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-2111 1F.-16. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding International Coastal Clean-up and Land Based Sources of Recyclables and Trash in Drains, Waterways and Bay. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-2050 1H.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, as amended, to add and amend fees by the Development Services Department and Historical Resources and Cultural Arts Department, and clarifying payments cycles in the Finance Department; providing for severability, and effective date.   Not available Video Video
26-2068 1H.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $40,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds, Series 2026E to finance the costs of the construction of certain capital improvements and to pay associated costs of issuance; providing that such Series 2026 Bonds shall be a limited obligation of the issuer payable solely from non-ad valorem revenues budgeted and appropriated as provided herein; making certain provisions and delegating certain responsibilities with respect to the notice, bidding and sale of the Series 2026 bonds to the Mayor and Finance Director; appointing a Municipal Advisor, Paying Agent and Registrar for the Series 2026 Bonds; approving the forms of the summary notice of sale and official notice of sale with respect to such Series 2026 Bonds; authorizing the preparation and use of a Preliminary Official Statement and authorizing the execution and delivery of a final Official Statement, Paying Agent and Registrar Agreement and continuing disclosure certificate; providing for compliance with certain continui   Not available Video Video
26-2096 1H.-3.Phillips Park Renovations Bid WaiverResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code and contract with HG Construction Development & Investment, Inc. for the Phillips Park Renovation Project, located at 90 Menores Avenue, in an estimated amount of $900,000 or not to exceed the available budget, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the Procurement Code, titled "Special Procurements/Bid Waiver."   Not available Video Video
26-2040 1H.-4. Agenda ItemBuilding Department Technologies and Information Update.   Not available Video Video
26-2070 3H.-5. Agenda ItemGables Go! Update   Not available Video Video
26-2095 1J.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2025-466, which established the 2026 regular meeting schedule of the City Commission pursuant to Section 2-30 of the City Code, entitled "Regular Meetings; Special Meetings," to cancel the November 17, 2026 regular City Commission meeting due to the Coral Gables Municipal Election.   Not available Video Video