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August 25, 2026 ·9:00 AM Final Revised ·2151 Salzedo Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134

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Agenda — 125 items

  1. 1 The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on August 25, 2026 commencing at 9:00 a.m. Members of the public may participate in person, but are also able to participate via the Zoom platform. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/j/3054466800). In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom may listen to and participate in the meeting by dialing: (305) 461-6769 Meeting ID: 3054466800. To speak prior to the City Commission taking action on an Agenda Item, please "Raise your Hand" or send a message to one of the meeting hosts using the Zoom Platform. If you joined the meeting via telephone, you can "Raise your Hand" by pressing *9. The public may comment on an item on the agenda using the City’s already-established e-comment function which may be found on the City’s website at: www.coralgables.com/commissionmeetings) once the meeting’s agenda is published or by sending an email to cityclerk@coralgables.com prior to the start of the meeting. The Meeting will also be broadcasted live for members of the public to view on the City’s website www.coralgables.com/cgtv) as well as Channel 77 on Comcast.
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  3. 3 CALL TO ORDER ▶ jump to 0:04
  4. 4 INVOCATION
  5. 4 ROLL CALL
  6. 5 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 6 AMERICA'S SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL MOMENT ▶ jump to 5:02
  8. A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
  9. A.-1. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring September 2026 as "Hunger Action Month" in Coral Gables. 26-1844 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 11:06
  10. A.-2. Congratulations to Firefighter Wilfredo Gonzalez, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of August 2026. 26-1662 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 21:32
  11. A.-3. Congratulations to Detective Natalie Rivera, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Detective of the 2nd Quarter Award. 26-1854 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 25:14
  12. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  13. B.-1. Regular City Commission Meeting of July 7, 2026. 26-1869 approved Pass
  14. C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ▶ jump to 30:26
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  16. D. CONSENT AGENDA
  17. D.-1. A Resolution of the City Commission appointing John Fullerton as Special Master presiding over quasi-judicial public hearings for the Board of Architects pursuant to Sections 14-103.3 and 14-103.2 of the Coral Gables Zoning Code. 26-1830 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  18. D.-2. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Compliance Report, Management Letter, and Post Communications Letter, for the Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2025, by RSM US LLP, Certified Public Accountants. 26-1829 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  19. D.-3. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to extend the existing professional services agreement with Hernas Salgado Corp. pursuant to Section 2-764(B), Approval of Change Orders and Contract Modifications for the continuation of labor services at the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1879 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  20. D.-4. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the ratification of emergency work performed by Stonehenge Construction, LLC for sewer pump station repairs at the Casuarina 2 Pump Station, pursuant to Section 2-690 Emergency Procurement, in the amount of $41,434.36. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1904 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  21. D.-5. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting a recommendation of the City Manager to waive the competitive process of the Procurement Code for the purchase of three (3) sanitary submersible pumps from Xylem Water Solutions Inc. in the estimated amount of $95,471 as a “Sole Source Procurement”, pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1905 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
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  23. D.-6. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the ratification of emergency work performed by Stonehenge Construction, LLC for sewer pump station repairs at the Bella Vista Pump Station, pursuant to Section 2-690 Emergency Procurement, in the amount of $42,538.26. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1896 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  24. 22 Passed the Consent Agenda Approved on Consent Agenda Pass
  25. D.-7. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the ratification of emergency work performed by Stonehenge Construction, LLC for sewer pump station repairs at the Casuarina 1 Pump Station, pursuant to Section 2-690 Emergency Procurement, in the amount of $63,759.77. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1897 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  26. D.-8. A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2025-20 to clarify the placement of the five city-owned Jean Ward sculptures within The Underline; authorizing an agreement with the Friends of The Underline to design and construct necessary foundations for the sculptures; and approving the use of The Underline’s branded signage for continuity with other artworks throughout The Underline. 26-1894 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  27. D.-9. A Resolution of the City Commission approving the design and material cost difference for a modification of the base of Morel Doucet’s sculpture “Secrets That The Wind Carries Away”; authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 amended budget to recognize as revenue a transfer of $50,000 from the Art in Public Places reserve, and appropriating such funds to put toward the related expenses. 26-1895 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  28. D.-10. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code as a Special Procurement/Bid Waiver and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate the terms of and execute a two-year contract with Neighborhood Tennis, with two additional two-year renewal options for tennis management services and programs at the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City's Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1906 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  29. D.-11. A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Jose Riera (nominated by Commissioner Lara) to serve as a member of the Budget Audit Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027. 26-1943 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  30. D.-12. A Resolution of the City Commission renewing the parking lease agreement with the University of Miami for Municipal Parking Lots # 42 and # 43 for additional twelve (12) months beginning September 1, 2026, and ending August 31, 2027, at the rate of $76,282.56 annually, payable in equal monthly installments. 26-1961 Deferred
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  32. D.-13. A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Norma Gavarrete-Centurion (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) and Olga Girod (nominated by Board-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Senior Citizens Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027. 26-1987 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  33. D.-14. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Donald R. Hopkins and William A. Cooper Scholarship Committee and naming Chelsea Harrell as the recipient of the 2026 Donald R. Hopkins and William A. Cooper Scholarship Award in the amount of $2,500. 26-1923 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  34. 1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the City Commission:
  35. 1.-1. Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of July 1, 2026. 26-1845 approved Pass
  36. 1.-2. Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of May 6, 2026. 26-1540 approved Pass
  37. 1.-3. Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of July 1, 2026. 26-1848 approved Pass
  38. 1.-4. Cultural Development Board Meeting of June 16, 2026. 26-1834 approved Pass
  39. 1.-5. Economic Development Board Meeting of May 6, 2026. 26-1877 approved Pass
  40. 1.-6. Economic Development Board meeting of June 3, 2026. 26-1878 approved Pass
  41. 1.-7. International Affairs Coordinating Council Meeting of July 20, 2026. 26-1914 approved Pass
  42. 1.-8. Mayor's Advisory Council Meeting of July 16, 2026. 26-1886 approved Pass
  43. 1.-9. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of June 11, 2026. 26-1932 approved Pass
  44. 1.-10. Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of June 17, 2026. 26-1866 approved Pass
  45. 1.-11. Senior Citizen Advisory Board Meeting of June 4, 2026. 26-1933 approved Pass
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  47. 2. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees draft/final minutes requesting action from the City Commission [Note: A vote to accept the minutes does not mean approval of the substance within the minutes]:
  48. 46 Time Certain 3:30pm (Agenda Item 2-1)
  49. 2.-1. A Resolution of the Library Advisory Board requesting that the City Commission consider allocating funds for the application and installation of a Florida Historical Marker at the Coral Gables Library. 26-1876 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 359:55
  50. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  51. 49 ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
  52. E.-1. An Ordinance of the City Commission approving a purchase and sale agreement to include certain key terms with 475 Biltmore MOB, LLC for the purchase of an office building located at 475-495 Biltmore Way; waiving certain requirements pursuant to Section 2-1089 of Division 12 of the Procurement Code; authorizing an amendment to the FY 2025-2026 Budget to appropriate funds from the Building Reserve; providing for a severability clause, repealer provision, and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1798 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 418:54
  53. E.-2. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 54 - Solid Waste Article III - Collection and Disposal to amend Section 54-121 Roll Off Waste Contractors Franchise Agreements of the City Code; updating certain requirements and establishing requirements for the securing, removal, and emergency management of roll-off containers during tropical storm and hurricane events; providing for penalties, cost recovery, and nonrenewal of franchise agreements for noncompliance; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. 26-1783 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 422:07
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  55. 53 Time Certain 11:00am (Agenda Items E-3, E-4, E-5 and E-17 are related)
  56. E.-3. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Future Land Use Map and Mixed Use Overlay District Map of the City of Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” and Small Scale amendment procedures (ss. 163.3187, Florida Statutes), from “Religious/Institutional” to “Commercial Mid-Rise Intensity” and to include within the boundaries of the North Ponce Mixed Use District Overlay, Block 21, Revised Plat of Coral Gables Douglas Section (110 Phoenetia Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (06 17 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 4-3) Lobbyists: Jorge Navarro, Devon Vickers and David Butter 26-1692 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 138:34
  57. E.-4. An Ordinance of the City Commission making Zoning District boundary changes pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-212, “Zoning Code Text and Map Amendments:” 1) from “Special Use” to “Mixed Use 2”, and 2) to include within the boundaries of the North Ponce Mixed Use District Overlay, Block 21, Revised Plat of Coral Gables Douglas Section (110 Phoenetia Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (06 17 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 5-2) Lobbyists: Jorge Navarro, Devon Vickers and David Butter 26-1693 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 138:34
  58. E.-5. An Ordinance of the City Commission granting approval of a Planned Area Development (PAD) pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-206, “General Procedures for Planned Area Development” for a mixed-use project referred to as “Crystal Residences,” including a private school, on property legally described as Block 21, Revised Plat of Coral Gables Douglas Section (110 Phoenetia Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; superseding Ordinance No. 1909 and Ordinance No. 2962; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (06 17 26 PZB recommended approval with conditions, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyists: Jorge Navarro, Devon Vickers and David Butter 26-1694 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 138:34
  59. 57 Agenda Items E-6 and E-18 are related
  60. E.-6. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2022-14, as amended, which approved a Planned Area Development for the property legally described as Lots 5 through 27, Block 28, Coral Gables Crafts Section (340, 330, 322, 314, 310, 300 Catalonia Avenue, 301, 309, 317, 323, 325, 333, 341 Malaga Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida, to allow for completion of the public park following issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, subject to posting of a performance bond for such work, and to require that the public park be dedicated to the City, with the deed for the public park to be executed and held in escrow with the City. Lobbyist: Jorge Navarro 26-1817 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 366:19
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  62. 60 ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
  63. E.-7. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 2, “Administration,” Article III, “Boards, Commissions, Committees,” to create Division 13, “Coral Gables Teen Advisory Board,” and amending Chapter 42, “Community Recreation,” to remove Article “Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board”; and to transition the members from the Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board to the Coral Gables Teen Advisory Board; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1922 Deferred
  64. 62 Time Certain 2:00pm (Agenda Items E-8, E-9, E-10, E-11, E-12 and E-16 are related)
  65. E.-8. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Coral Gables, pursuant to expedited state review Procedures in Section 163.3184, Florida Statutes and Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” 1) to increase the maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for the “University Campus” land use category; 2) to include hospital use and increase retail use within the Multi-Use Zone; and 3) to modify the boundaries of the “University Campus Multi-Use Area” to include the Central Energy Plant building and extend southwest to Red Road and northeast to the Mahoney-Pearson Parking Garage, excluding properties that are not owned by the University of Miami; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass 26-1859 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 278:35
  66. E.-9. An Ordinance of the City Commission requesting amendments to the Future Land Use Map of the City of Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” and Small Scale Amendment Procedures (ss. 163.3187, Florida Statutes), to change from “Commercial Low-Rise Intensity” to “University Use” for Lot 3, less the southwest one-half, Lots 4 and 5, and Lots 14 through 17, Block 192, Riviera Section 14, Second Revised Plat, Coral Gables (1530 Levante Avenue, 5827 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, and 5855 Ponce de Leon Boulevard); providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass 26-1860 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 278:35
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  68. E.-10. An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a Text Amendment 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 16, “Definitions,” to clarify Health Center and relocate the University Campus Frontage definitions to Appendix D, “University Campus District (UCD);” 2) amending Appendix A, “Site Specific Zoning Regulations,” Section A-89 to remove inconsistent Site Specifics for the properties owned by the University of Miami; 3) amending Appendix D, “University Campus District (UCD)” to update and increase the permitted square feet to Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 1.0 with a FAR definition; to redefine the University Campus Frontages and revise the associated performance standards; to include hospital use and revise the other allowed uses with related requirements to the Campus Sub-Areas Table; and update other requirements; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass 26-1861 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 278:35
  69. E.-11. An Ordinance of the City Commission making Zoning District boundary changes pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-212, “Zoning Code Text and Map Amendments,” from “Mixed-Use 1 (MX1)” to “University Campus District (UCD)” for Lot 3, less the southwest one-half, Lots 4 and 5, and Lots 14 through 17, Block 192, Riviera Section 14, Second Revised Plat, Coral Gables (1530 Levante Avenue, 5827 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, and 5855 Ponce de Leon Boulevard), and to modify the boundaries of the “University Campus Multi-Use Area Overlay District” to include the Central Energy Plant building and extend southwest to Red Road and northeast to the Mahoney-Pearson Parking Garage, excluding properties that are not owned by the University of Miami; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass 26-1862 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 278:35
  70. E.-12. An Ordinance of the City Commission amending and restating the City of Coral Gables and University of Miami Development Agreement, adopted by Ordinance No. 2010-31 on 09.28.10, pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, Section 14-217, “Development Agreements,” for the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass 26-1863 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 278:35
  71. E.-13. An 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) 26-1865 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 423:07
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  73. 71 Time Certain 10:45am (Agenda Items E-14 and E-19 are related)
  74. E.-14. An 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 26-1955 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 128:03
  75. 73 RESOLUTIONS
  76. E.-15. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive process of the Procurement Code and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Medicus Asset Management, LLC a Delaware limited liability company for the continued management and seamless operation of the property located at 475-495 Biltmore Way, effective upon the City’s acquisition, for an initial one (1) year term. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1958 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 423:40
  77. 75 Time Certain 2:00pm (Agenda Items E-8, E-9, E-10, E-11, E-12 and E-16 are related)
  78. E.-16. A Resolution of the City Commission requesting Conditional Review pursuant to Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” and Appendix D, “University Campus District (UCD),” for the University of Miami Campus Master Plan to reflect Comprehensive Plan and Zoning amendments; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (08 12 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-1) Lobbyist: Jeff Bass (This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above ordinances on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.) 26-1864 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 278:35
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  80. 78 Time Certain 11:00am (Agenda Items E-3, E-4, E-5 and E-17 are related)
  81. E.-17. A Resolution of the City Commission requesting Mixed-Use Site Plan Review and an Encroachment Agreement pursuant to Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for a proposed mixed-use project, referred to as “Crystal Residences,” including a private school and live/work units; on property legally described as Block 21, Revised Plat of Coral Gables Douglas Section (110 Phoenetia Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; superseding Ordinance No. 1909 and Ordinance No. 2962, to permit the current accessory school as a principal use; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (06 17 26 PZB recommended approval with conditions, Vote: 6-1). Lobbyists: Jorge Navarro, Devon Vickers and David Butter 26-1695 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 138:34
  82. 80 Agenda Items E-6 and E-18 are related
  83. E.-18. A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2022-81, as amended by Resolution No. R-2025-468, which approved a mixed-use site plan for the property legally described as Lots 5 through 27, Block 28, Coral Gables Crafts Section (340, 330, 322, 314, 310, 300 Catalonia Avenue, 301, 309, 317, 323, 325, 333, 341 Malaga Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida, to allow for completion of the public park following issuance of a certificate of occupancy, subject to posting of a performance bond for such work; to require that the public park be dedicated to the City, with the deed for the public park to be executed and held in escrow with the City; to approve the encroachment plan required by Resolution No. 2022-81 for encroachments onto the public right-of-way as shown in the approved site plan; to authorize execution of a hold harmless agreement; and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Jorge Navarro 26-1818 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 366:19
  84. 82 Time Certain 10:45am (Agenda Items E-14 and E-19 are related)
  85. E.-19. A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2022-126, which granted conditional use approval pursuant to Zoning Code Section 2-400, “District Overlays,” Section 2-405, “Residential Infill Regulations (RIR),” for the multi-family project referred to as “301-341 Madeira” located on property zoned Multi-Family 2 (MF2), 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 4(b) relating to underground; providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra (This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above ordinances on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.) 26-1957 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 128:03
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  87. F. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
  88. 86 Time Certain 9:30am (Agenda Item F-1)
  89. F.-1. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing a Joint Use Agreement with Miami-Dade County Public Schools regarding Coral Gables Preparatory Academy's non-exclusive use of Phillips Park during certain time periods for five school years, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year and continuing through the 2030-2031 school year with a renewal option of one additional five-year term. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1960 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 35:44
  90. F.-2. A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 27825 to add two additional members to the Budget Audit Advisory Board and amending the resolution to reflect the current term start and end dates. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1888 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 425:20
  91. F.-3. A Resolution of the City Commission directing City staff to establish a permit expediting incentive program to encourage the installation of living seawalls for qualifying projects. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) 26-1928 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 426:03
  92. 90 Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item F-4)
  93. F.-4. A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Joe L. Gomez as City Manager of the City of Coral Gables, effective January 8, 2027, and approving a salary and benefits package. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1885 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 57:58
  94. F.-5. A Resolution of the City Commission directing the initiation of a formal national executive search for next permanent City Manager. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro) 26-1959 Withdrawn ▶ jump to 427:50
  95. F.-6. A 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) 26-1814 Deferred
  96. F.-7. Discussion regarding the streetlights on Bird Road. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1925 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 429:18
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  98. F.-8. Update and Presentation of Green Corridor Septic to Sewer Co-op Program Sample Brochure. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) 26-1976 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 433:28
  99. G. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
  100. 98 Time Certain 4:00pm (Agenda Item G-1)
  101. G.-1. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting a donation from Friends of The Underline for a proposed artwork by artist Daniel Marosi (unanimously recommended by the Arts Advisory Panel, approval/denial vote: 7 to 0, and the Cultural Development Board approval/denial vote: 5 to 0) and authorizing the City Manager and City Attorney to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with The Friends of The Underline in order to effectuate the donation. 26-1849 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 374:37
  102. H. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
  103. 101 Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item H-1)
  104. H.-1. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the City Manager to execute a Temporary License Agreement between the City of Coral Gables and Cabana Chic, LLC with regard to the retail space located at 290 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134, for a term of six (6) months (September 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027). Lobbyist: N/A 26-1907 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  105. H.-2. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the retroactive acceptance of Grant Agreement No. HID1226G0891-00 in the amount of $1,028,204 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 Initiative; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 annual budget to recognize the grant as revenue and to appropriate such funds toward the cost of the program. 26-1821 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 380:13
  106. H.-3. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget to recognize a transfer of $6,853,370 from the Parking Fund reserves and appropriate the funds for cost for the Mobility Hub capital project. 26-1847 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 380:59
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  108. H.-4. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Biltmore Way Streetscape Improvement Project to HG Construction Development & Investment, Inc., the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the estimated amount of $1,119,214.41 and not to exceed budgeted funds, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2026-017. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1856 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 382:00
  109. H.-5. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Park Improvement Project - Cooper Park to Chopper’s Construction Corp., the most responsive and responsible bidder in the estimated amount of $933,000.00, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Invitation for Bid (IFB) 2026-018. 26-1857 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 399:08
  110. H.-6. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award the Rotary Park Renovation contract in the estimated amount of $786,985.00 to Chopper’s Construction, Corp., the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, pursuant to Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2026-019 and section 2-763 of the City’s Procurement Code entitled “contract award”. 26-1867 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 399:50
  111. H.-7. A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code and contract with Structural Preservation Systems for Parking Garage 4 structural repairs, located at 385 Andalusia Avenue, in an estimated amount of $789,741 or not to exceed the available budget, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the Procurement Code, titled "Special Procurements/Bid Waiver." 26-1935 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 400:41
  112. H.-8. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing a contract modification to GPE Engineering & General Contractor Corp.’s Citywide Right of Way Improvements Project’s contract, No. IFB 2021-004, pursuant to Section 2-764 of the Procurement Code entitled “Approval of Change Orders and Contract Modifications,” to allow for a six (6) month contract extension until March 15, 2027, for completion of on-going right-of way projects. 26-1940 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 401:18
  113. H.-9. A Resolution of the City Commission amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 annual budget to recognize impact fee receipts collected through July 31, 2026, and to appropriate such funds towards the cost of capital infrastructure projects and to reallocate general capital funding from Fire House Four to the Parking Garage Four and City Hall renovation projects. 26-1962 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 401:58
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  115. H.-10. A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance of a grant agreement with the Greater Miami Sports Commission d/b/a/ FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee in the amount of $558,625 to support safety and security operations associated with the FIFA World Cup; authorizing the City Manager to execute the grant agreement; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget to recognize the $558,625 as revenue and to appropriating such funds to support the cost of the program. 26-1964 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 404:53
  116. H.-11. A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, as amended, Resolution No. 2016-148, as amended, Resolution No. 2017-167, and Resolution No. 2018-219, as amended, to adjust sanitary sewer service charges; establishing sanitary sewer rates for Fiscal Years 2027 through 2031; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. 26-1936 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 406:57
  117. H.-12. 520 University Dog Park Concept Design community input presentation results. 26-1880 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 435:28
  118. I. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
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  120. J. CITY CLERK ITEMS
  121. 119 None
  122. K. DISCUSSION ITEMS
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  124. 122 ADJOURNMENT
  125. 123 NOTE