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City of Coral Gables

Please note: this meeting's minutes have not been finalized yet. Actions taken on legislation and their results are not available.
Meeting Name: City Commission Agenda status: Final Revised
Meeting date/time: 1/27/2026 9:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Hall, Commission Chambers
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26-1072 1A.-1. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Certificate of Condolence to the bereaved family of Peter J. Dolara.   Not available Video Video
26-1045 1A.-2. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Proclamation declaring "Ponce de Leon Middle School Day" in Coral Gables.   Not available Video Video
25-1185 1A.-3. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Misha's Cupcakes on receiving the 2025 Commercial Beautification Award.   Not available Not available
25-1178 1A.-4. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to the Coral Gables Fire Extrication Team.   Not available Video Video
25-1177 1A.-5. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Lieutenant Peter Bernstein, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of January 2026.   Not available Video Video
26-1075 1A.-6. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Emergency Dispatcher Audrey Miranda, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Emergency Dispatcher of the Quarter,” for the 3rd Quarter of 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1071 1A.-7. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Officer Gabrielle Richardson, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Officer of the Month,” for the month of December 2025.   Not available Video Video
25-1191 1B.-1. MinutesRegular City Commission Meeting of December 9, 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1055 1D.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting a recommendation of the Police Department to authorize the award of a service agreement with Communications International, Inc. as a Sole Source Procurement in the amount of $160,109, pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1080 1D.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Frank Hercksen (nominated by Commissioner Fernandez) to serve as a member of the Sustainability Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
26-1081 1D.-3.IFB 2025-037 Pressure Washing ServicesResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Pressure Washing Services contract Group 1 - Parking Garage Interior Pressure Wash Services to Power Washing and More, LLC, Group 2 - Parking Garage Exterior Pressure Wash Services to Integrity Janitorial Service Corp. and Group 3: Additional Facilities Pressure Wash Services to Midlands Pressure Wash Services, LLC, the lowest responsive and responsible bidders, pursuant to Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2025-037 and Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1086 1D.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code as a Special Procurement/Bid Waiver for Blue Digital Corp., to provide on demand scanning services, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1109 1D.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 annual budget to increase the out-of-town travel expense budget in Office of the City Commission and to recognize a transfer of $9,900 from the General Fund and to appropriate such funds for travel costs.   Not available Not available
26-1083 11.-1. MinutesLandscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of January 8, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-1077 11.-2.PAB Meeting – November 19, 2025MinutesParking Advisory Board Meeting of November 19, 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1078 11.-3. MinutesPlanning and Zoning Board Minutes of December 10, 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1044 11.-4.Retirement Board Meeting of November 13, 2025MinutesRetirement Board Meeting of November 13, 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1054 11.-5.SAB Meeting Minutes - Nov. 17, 2025MinutesSustainability Advisory Board Meeting of November 17, 2025.   Not available Not available
26-1050 12.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the Coral Gables Advisory Board on Disability Affairs urging that the City of Coral Gables prioritize the installation of audible pedestrian signals on the crosswalks of Miracle Mile.   Not available Not available
26-1051 12.-2.WAB Water Quality Pilot RecommendationResolutionA Resolution of the Waterway Advisory Board requesting the City Commission, through the City Manager, to move forward with the Oasis Waterway Decontamination Pilot Program, further directing the Public Works Department to identify potential locations, and for the City to develop the criteria to be met and report its findings back to the board.   Not available Not available
25-9279 1E.-1. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission approving amendments to the text and maps of the City of Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan pursuant to small-scale amendment procedures (Section 163.3187, Florida Statutes), and Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” to modify the required mix of uses when developed within the “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay,” to allow a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 3.5, to provide policies to implement the “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay;” to amend the Future Land Use Map from “Commercial Low-Rise Intensity” to “Commercial High-Rise Intensity”, and to create the “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay” on the Mixed-Use Overlay Districts Map, for Blocks 155 and 156, Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 8, Tract “A,” Replat of Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 8, which are the properties bounded by South Dixie Highway, Caballero Boulevard, Madruga, and Turin Street (1150, 1190, 1250, 1320, and 1350 South Dixie Highway); providing for a repealer provision, prov   Not available Not available
25-9280 1E.-2. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission providing for map and text amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-212, “Zoning Code Text and Map Amendments,” by 1) amending Article 2, “Zoning Districts,” to create Section 2-408, “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay” for promoting the use of mass transit facilities and pedestrian activities along transit corridors and near multimodal stations; 2) amending Appendix A, “Site Specific Zoning Regulations,” to remove inconsistent Site Specifics; 3) amending Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-204, “Transfer of Development Rights,” to expand Transfer of Development Rights (TDRs) receiving sites to the “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay,” and 4) making Zoning District boundary changes from “Mixed-Use 1 (MX1)” to “Mixed-Use 3 (MX3)” and creating the “University Station Rapid Transit District Overlay” boundary for Blocks 155 and 156, Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 8, and Tract “A,” Replat of Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 8, which are the prope   Not available Not available
25-1161 1E.-3. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission granting to Florida Power & Light Company, its successors and assigns, an electric franchise, imposing provisions and conditions relating thereto, providing for monthly payments to the City of Coral Gables, and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
25-1264 1E.-4. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 74, "Traffic and Vehicles," of the City Code, creating Article X - "Golf Carts"; authorizing and regulating the operation of golf carts on designated city streets; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1082 1E.-5. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 2, "Administration," Article VII, "Finance," Division 1, "Generally", to create Section 2-353 of the City Code to formally establish ongoing priority capital projects and capital matrices funding programs; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-1104 1E.-6. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 74, “Traffic and Vehicles,” Article I “In General,” Section 74-3 “Riding of Bicycles Upon Pedestrian Sidewalks Generally” and Chapter 74 “Traffic and Vehicles,” Article IV “Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, Shared Mobility Devices, and Other Similar Devices,” Section 74-239 “Definitions” to amend the City Code to add a definition of electric bicycles and prohibit the riding Of electric bicycles on city sidewalks; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored By Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-1052 1F.-1.MOU - Oasis Waterway Decontamination PiliotResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Coral Gables and Clean Rivers Foundation and Applied6 Engineering and for the Oasis Waterway Decontamination Pilot Program. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1079 1F.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission co-designating Augusto Street as "Explorers Way" in honor and recognition of the centennial celebration of Ponce de Leon Middle School. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Not available
26-1088 1F.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission supporting enhanced enforcement of federal sanctions related to Cuba; supporting State Legislation requiring proof of authorization from the Office of Foreign Assets Control for Businesses subject to federal sanctions programs; supporting the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners and the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector’s efforts to address businesses engaging in unlawful commerce with Cuba; supporting state efforts in Senate Bill 1176 and House Bill 1397; and directing that these efforts be included in the City’s 2026 Legislative Priorities. (Sponsored By Mayor Lago)   Not available Video Video
26-1087 1F.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission recognizing the Holy Month of Ramadan and supporting a community Ramadan Observance in the City of Coral Gables. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Video Video
26-1089 1F.-5. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission urging the Florida Legislature to address certain considerations when proposing or reviewing legislation regarding property taxes and adding certain proposals to the City's 2026 Legislative Priorities. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Not available
26-1106 1F.-6. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission calling for a Special Election on a Proposed Ballot Question and City Charter Amendment to be held on April 21, 2026; providing for submission to the electors for approval or disapproval of a ballot question asking whether the City Charter should be amended to eliminate the Run-Off Election in City Commission and Mayoral Races; providing for a mail ballot; 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 Not available
26-1105 1F.-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission directing the City Manager to direct City Staff to conduct a community meeting to obtain public input regarding the proposed dog park on the city-owned property located at 520 University Drive; providing for a report back to the City Commission. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1107 1F.-8. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission directing City Staff to promote internship placements within the Historic Resources and Cultural Arts Department to students with a demonstrated interest in Historic Preservation. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)   Not available Not available
26-1108 1F.-9. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission urging the Florida Legislature to establish due diligence and reporting requirements for organizations and entities leading municipal recall efforts pursuant to Florida Statutes § 100.361. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1095 1F.-10. Agenda ItemLa Antigua, Guatemala Sister City visit recap. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1096 1F.-11. ResolutionDiscussion regarding sidewalk expansion on Orduna Drive between Paradiso and Blue Road. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1097 1F.-12. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding right of way improvements and insurance requirements related to the Old Cutler Bay bench. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1098 1F.-13. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding America's 250th Birthday celebration - July 4, 2026. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
26-1099 1F.-14. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding recognition of past Coral Gables Mayors in connection with President's Day. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)   Not available Not available
25-1217 1G.-1.AiPP Alicja KwadeResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission approving the concept, commissioning, and donation of a work of public art by Alicja Kwade in conjunction with the development project at 103 Sevilla / 130 Almeria, in fulfillment of the Art in Public Places requirement for public art in private development (unanimously recommended by the Arts Advisory Panel approval/denial vote: 8 to 0; unanimously recommended by the Cultural Development Board approval/denial vote: 4 to 0). Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1009 1H.-1.IFB 2025-029 Sanitary Sewer RehabilitationResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract to EnviroWaste Services Group, Inc, the most responsive and responsible bidder, pursuant to Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2025-029 Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1039 1H.-2.FSA-HC-IBS1.0 Integrated Business SolutionsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to authorize a Cooperative contract with Genuine Parts Company dba NAPA Auto Parts from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) contract number FSA-HCB-IBS1.0 Integrated Business Solutions to provide on-site vehicle and equipment parts and supply services pursuant to Section 2-947 of the Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1040 1H.-3.RFP 2025-044 Gymnastics Programming ServicesResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award RFP 2025-044 Gymnastics Programming Services to Tumblebees Gymnastics, the highest ranked responsive and responsible proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Request for Proposal (RFP) 2025-044. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1070 1H.-4.AiPP Julio Larraz LocationResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2022-83 to replace the location for installation of the sculpture “Mars” by Julio Larraz from Pittman Park to the city plaza at Aragon Avenue and Merrick Way. Lobbyist: N/A   Not available Not available
26-1073 1H.-5. Agenda ItemUpdate on City Hall Floor Plans.   Not available Not available
25-1257 1H.-6. Agenda ItemCelebrating a Century: The Coral Gables Centennial Year.   Not available Video Video