City of Coral Gables

Meeting Name: City Commission Agenda status: Final Revised
Meeting date/time: 9/14/2021 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Commission Chambers
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
Meeting video: eComment: Not available  
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21-2937 1A.-1.Green Business Cert - Andromeda DistrictPresentation/Protocol DocumentRecognition to “Andromeda District” for achieving Gold Coral Gables Green Business Certification.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2939 1A.-2.Green Business Cert - LovvettPresentation/Protocol DocumentRecognition to “Lovvett” for achieving Silver Coral Gables Green Business Certification.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2956 1A.-3. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Proclamation declaring September 17 - 23, 2021 as "Constitution Week" in Coral Gables.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2957 1A.-4. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of a Proclamation declaring September 2021 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Coral Gables.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2806 1A.-5.Firefighter of the Month Award for AugustPresentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Driver Engineer Jamie Haro, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of August 2021.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
.21-2807 1A.-6.Firefighter of the Month Award for AugustPresentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Driver Engineer Albert Coscia, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of August 2021.Presented and Filed  Action details Not available
21-2941 1A.-7. Presentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Officers Robert Wentzell and Oswaldo Cabello, recipients of the City of Coral Gables “Officer of the Month Award,” for the month of July 2021.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2687 1A.-8.2020 Robert DeKorte Memorial AwardPresentation/Protocol DocumentCongratulations to Officer Richard Gruich, recipient of the 2020 Robert DeKorte Memorial Award.Presented and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2925 1E.-1. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Vanessa Liebl (Appointed by the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce) to serve as an Ex-Officio member of the Advisory Board on Disability Affairs, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2882 1E.-3. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the execution of a Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) between the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the City of Coral Gables for disbursement of FDOT funds in the amount of $60,340.00 for 12 Months to the City, for the maintenance of turf and landscape areas within FDOT’s right-of-way on State Road (S.R.) 5/South Dixie Highway, S.R. 976/Bird Road, and S.R.959/Red Road (East Side only).adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2955 1E.-4. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the re-appointment of Donna Heisenbottle (Nominated by Commissioner Fors) to serve as a member of the Library Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2973 1E.-5.Police - Clearview AIResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Procurement Officer to enter into a contract with Clearview Al for the Police Department, as a “Sole Source Procurement,” pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City’s Procurement Code.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2976 1E.-6.Police - SWAT Rifle ReplacementResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Procurement Officer to purchase equipment for the Police Department from Special Ops Tactical, as a “Sole Source Procurement,” pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City’s Procurement Code.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3022 1E.-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointments Dr. Patricia Whitely (University of Miami - VP of Student Affairs), Chief David Rivero (University of Miami Director of Public Safety), Maite Alvarez (University of Miami Associate VP, Local Government Relations), Andre Miles Teller (University of Miami - Interfraternity Council President) and Landon Christopher Coles (University of Miami - Student Government President) to serve as members of the City of Coral Gables/University of Miami Community Relations Committee, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3039 1E.-8.Turnkey Bid Waiver Roofing inspResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Procurement Officer to purchase consulting and roof installation inspections services for City facilities, from Turnkey Roof Consulting, Inc., as a “Special procurement/bid waiver,” pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City’s Procurement Code.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3044 1E.-9. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Francisco Gonzalez (Nominated by Commissioner Anderson) to serve as a member of the Emergency Management Division, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3021 11.-1. MinutesAdvisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of August 11, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2919 11.-2. MinutesBlue Ribbon Committee Meeting of August 12, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2979 11.-3. MinutesBlue Ribbon Committee Meeting of August 26, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-3002 11.-4. MinutesBudget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of March 31, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-3005 11.-5. MinutesBudget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of July 7, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2940 11.-6. MinutesCommunications Committee Minutes June 9, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2924 11.-7. MinutesConstruction Regulation Board Meeting of August 9, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2812 11.-8.CDB minutes 07.28.2021MinutesCultural Development Board Meeting of July 28, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2927 11.-9. MinutesEconomic Development Board Meeting of August 4, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-3003 11.-10. MinutesInternational Affairs Coordinating Council Meeting of July 19, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-3004 11.-11. MinutesInternational Affairs Coordinating Council Meeting of August 16, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2986 11.-12.PAB Minutes 07282021MinutesParking Advisory Board Meeting of July 28, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2912 11.-13. MinutesParks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of July 8, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-3012 31.-14.SAB meeting minutes of 6-23-21MinutesSustainability Advisory Board Meeting of June 23, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2881 11.-15.TAB Meeting Minutes of 7-20-21MinutesTransportation Advisory Board Meeting of July 20, 2021.approvedPass Action details Not available
21-2926 1E.-2. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission confirming the re-appointment of Robert Behar to serve as a member of the Planning and Zoning Board (Appointed by the Board-As-A-Whole) for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Video Video
21-2833 1F.-1. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 2 “Administration”, Article VII “Finance”, Section 2-349 “Fees for Copies of Ordinances and other Records” providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, providing for an effective date.adopted by Ordinance NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2233 1F.-2. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process”, Section 14-213, and Comprehensive Plan amendment procedures (ss. 163.3187, Florida Statutes), changing the land use designation for property legally described as Lots 6 and 19, and the west 25 feet of lots 7 and 18, Block 219, Riviera Section #14, Coral Gables, Florida, from Religious/Institutional to Public Buildings and Grounds; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (Legal Description on file)adopted by Ordinance NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2936 1F.-3. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 5, “Architecture,” Section 5-200, “Mediterranean Standards” including re-prioritizing the purpose of the Mediterranean bonus, encouraging Coral Gables Mediterranean architectural style, expanding review process, reinforcing compatibility and context review standards, and reducing certain criteria and providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date.Deferred  Action details Not available
21-2790 1F.-4. OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending the City of Coral Gables Code by creating Chapter 2 "Administration", Article III "Boards and Committees", Division 7 "Landmarks Advisory Board" providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson) (Sponsored Mayor Lago)approved as an Ordinance on First ReadingPass Action details Video Video
21-2982 1F.-5. Agenda ItemAn Ordinance of the City Commission amending Section 2-83(B) of the City Code, titled, “Citizen Input Addressing the City Commission” to establish an affirmative duty on the City Clerk to inform the Chair of the City Commission when the allotted time has expired, and establishing a 3 minute time limit for extensions of time; and amending Section 2-79(E)(2) of the City Code, titled, “Order of Business” to establish an affirmative duty on the City Clerk to inform the Chair of the City Commission when the allotted time has expired, to establish a 3 minute time limit for extensions of time, and to clarify that once the Public Comment Section is closed, it shall not be reopened; providing for severability clause; repealer provision, codification; and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored By Commissioner Menendez)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2001 1F.-6.Ordinance - Site Plan Amend./Cond Use previously approved Ordinance No. 2016-34 re Riviera Country ClubOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City Commission approving a Site Plan Amendment pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for a previously approved Country Club by Ordinance No. 2016-34, located within a Special Use (S) District, for the property commonly referred to as the “Riviera Country Club” and legally described as portions of Tracts 1 and 5, Riviera Country Club, a portion of Miami-Biltmore Golf Course of Riviera Section Part 4 and Lots 10-14, Block 112, Country Club Section Part 5 (1155 Blue Road), Coral Gables, Florida; all other conditions of approval contained in Ordinance 2016-34 shall remain in effect; and providing for an effective date. (Legal description on file at the City)adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Video Video
21-2316 1F.-7. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission pursuant to Zoning Code Article 1, "General Provisions,” Section 1-104 "Jurisdiction and applicability," granting Site Plan approval of a city-owned firehouse, known as Fire House No. 4, legally described as Lots 6 and 19, and the west 25 feet of lots 7 and 18, Block 219, Riviera Section #14, Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2782 1G.-1. Agenda ItemA presentation about the impact of Girl Scouts in Coral Gables. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2555 1G.-2. Agenda ItemDiscussion and review of City website. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2556 1G.-3. Agenda ItemDiscussion of feasibility of automated location-based electronic notice of certain matters. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2557 1G.-4. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding the Passion/Passiflora Incarnation installation on Segovia. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)Deferred  Action details Not available
21-2666 1G.-5. Agenda ItemStaff up-date regarding obtaining a hold harmless agreement with the County for the control and eradication of strangler figs on Coral Way oak canopy. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2988 1G.-6. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding allocation of impact and fire fee funds receivable pursuant to development agreements. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)Deferred  Action details Not available
21-3030 1G.-7. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding the closure of the alleys located on Santander and Malaga, Malaga and Palermo and Palermo and Sevilla. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)Discussed and Filed  Action details Not available
21-3031 1G.-8. ResolutionAn update from city staff regarding the maintenance of the Downtown area. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3040 1G.-9. Agenda ItemDiscussion regarding the number of members of the Board of Architects and their ability to serve on other permanent City boards. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-3043 1G.-10. Agenda ItemPreliminary presentation regarding regional dog park proposal with use limited to subscribing residents with access cards in zones within walking distance. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-3047 1G.-11. Agenda ItemUpdate regarding proposed Miami-Dade County ordinance expanding Rapid Transit Zone (RTZ) and meeting with its sponsor Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III. (Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2934 1G.-12. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission directing that Regular City Commission Meetings begin at 9:00 A.M. and directing that certain City Commission agenda items be heard no earlier than 4:00 P.M..Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2841 1G.-13. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission directing that certain City Commission agenda items be heard no earlier than 5:00p.m. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2514 1H.-1.Garage 7 AiPP Proposal ArtistsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission approving artists for public art proposal submittals associated with the new public Parking Garage 7, Minorca Garage. (Unanimously recommended by the Cultural Development Board approval/denial vote: 5 to 0). (Lobbyist: N/A)Deferred  Action details Not available
21-2930 1I.-1. Agenda ItemPonce de Leon Phase III - Project Update.Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2766 1I.-2. Agenda ItemIT presentation on new City website (digital experience platform) and smart city dashboards.Discussed and Filed  Action details Not available
21-2558 1I.-3. Agenda ItemKeep Coral Gables Beautiful Program Update.Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2928 1I.-4. Presentation/Protocol DocumentPresentation of Downtown Coral Gables public art tour.Discussed and Filed  Action details Video Video
21-2854 1I.-5.Recycling bins with lidsAgenda ItemDiscussion regarding the purchase and deployment of larger recycling bins with lids.Deferred  Action details Not available
21-2971 1I.-6.Tahiti Beach monuments encroachmentsResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing encroachments into the public right-of-way consisting of two (2) entry monuments at the end of the Isla Dorada Bridge, landscaping and future sidewalks; subject to requirements of the Public Works Department.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Video Video
21-2929 1I.-7.Metro Express ROW Imp Contract ExtResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to extend the current Citywide Right-of-Way Improvements Contract with Metro Express, Inc., pursuant to Section 2-829 of the Procurement Code entitled “Approval of Change Orders and Contract Modifications”, and allow for a six (6) month extension until May 3, 2022, for the completion of on-going right-of way projects.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-2958 1I.-8. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission amending the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 amended annual budget to recognize as revenue proceeds from the sale of the Doctors’ Hospital and the Greco Street parking lots, the receipt of an Agave Developer Fee, and Coral Gables Mobility Impact Fees; and to appropriate such funds to put toward the Minorca Garage Construction Project, the Public Safety Building Construction Project, the future purchase of land, and the enhancement of parks; and providing an effective date.Deferred  Action details Not available
21-3045 1I.-9. ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the ratification of an emergency authorization of critical structural and roofing repairs at 427 Biltmore Way, pursuant to Section 2-690 Emergency Procurement, in the amount of $378,908.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available
21-3107 1Non Agenda Item ResolutionA Resolution of the City Commission appointing Nicolas Eterovic (Nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the Sustainability Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023.adopted by Resolution NumberPass Action details Not available