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January 27, 2026 ·9:00 AM Final Revised

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  1. 1 The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on January 27, 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 0:01
  4. 4 INVOCATION
  5. 4 ROLL CALL
  6. 5 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 5 LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY
  8. 6 MERRICK MOMENT ▶ jump to 3:11
  9. A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
  10. A.-1. Presentation of a Certificate of Condolence to the bereaved family of Peter J. Dolara. 26-1072 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 5:54
  11. 9 Agenda Items A-2 and F-2 are related
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  13. A.-2. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring "Ponce de Leon Middle School Day" in Coral Gables. 26-1045 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 18:52
  14. A.-3. Congratulations to Misha's Cupcakes on receiving the 2025 Commercial Beautification Award. 25-1185 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 32:52
  15. A.-4. Congratulations to the Coral Gables Fire Extrication Team. 25-1178 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 38:06
  16. A.-5. Congratulations to Lieutenant Peter Bernstein, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of January 2026. 25-1177 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 43:55
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  18. A.-6. Congratulations to Emergency Dispatcher Audrey Miranda, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Emergency Dispatcher of the Quarter,” for the 3rd Quarter of 2025. 26-1075 Deferred
  19. A.-7. Congratulations to Officer Gabrielle Richardson, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Officer of the Month,” for the month of December 2025. 26-1071 Presented and Filed ▶ jump to 47:07
  20. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  21. B.-1. Regular City Commission Meeting of December 9, 2025. 25-1191 approved Pass ▶ jump to 54:19
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  24. C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ▶ jump to 54:27
  25. D. CONSENT AGENDA ▶ jump to 136:29
  26. D.-1. A 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 26-1055 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  27. D.-2. A 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. 26-1080 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
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  30. D.-3. A 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 26-1081 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  31. D.-4. 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 for Blue Digital Corp., to provide on demand scanning services, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A 26-1086 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  32. D.-5. A 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. 26-1109 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  33. 1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the City Commission:
  34. 1.-1. Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of January 8, 2026. 26-1083 approved Pass
  35. 1.-2. Parking Advisory Board Meeting of November 19, 2025. 26-1077 approved Pass
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  37. 1.-3. Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of December 10, 2025. 26-1078 approved Pass
  38. 1.-4. Retirement Board Meeting of November 13, 2025. 26-1044 approved Pass
  39. 1.-5. Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of November 17, 2025. 26-1054 approved Pass
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  41. 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]:
  42. 35 Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item 2-1)
  43. 2.-1. A 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. 26-1050 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 115:11
  44. 37 Agenda Items 2-2 and F-1 are related
  45. 37 Passed the Consent Agenda Approved on Consent Agenda Pass
  46. 2.-2. A 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. 26-1051 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 182:07
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  48. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  49. 41 ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
  50. 42 Agenda Items E-1 and E-2 are related
  51. E.-1. An 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, providing for a severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (07 02 2025 PZB recommended approval for Comp. Plan Map Amendments, Vote: 5:1) (12 10 2025 PZB recommended approval for Comp. Plan Text Amendments, Vote: 6-0) 25-9279 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 184:39
  52. E.-2. An 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 properties bounded by South Dixie Highway, Caballero Boulevard, Madruga, and Turin Street (1150, 1190, 1250, 1320, and 1350 South Dixie Highway), and to create the “University Station Rapid Transit District;” providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (07 02 2025 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 5:1) 25-9280 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 184:39
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  54. E.-3. An Resolution 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 25-1161 adopted by Ordinance Number Pass ▶ jump to 179:53
  55. 47 Agenda Item E-4 has been deferred. It will be heard at the February 10th, 2026 Commission Meeting.
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  57. E.-4. An 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) 25-1264 Deferred
  58. 49 ORDINANCES OF FIRST READING
  59. E.-5. An 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) 26-1082 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 230:47
  60. E.-6. An 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) 26-1104 approved as an Ordinance on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 234:01
  61. F. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
  62. 53 Agenda Items 2-2 and F-1 are related
  63. F.-1. A 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 26-1052 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 182:07
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  65. 56 Agenda Items A-2 and F-2 are related
  66. F.-2. A 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) 26-1079 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 18:52
  67. 58 Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item F-3)
  68. F.-3. A 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) 26-1088 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 89:22
  69. F.-4. A 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) 26-1087 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 242:01
  70. F.-5. A 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) 26-1089 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 244:40
  71. F.-6. A 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) 26-1106 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 248:20
  72. F.-7. A 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) 26-1105 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 282:04
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  74. F.-8. A 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) 26-1107 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 291:30
  75. F.-9. A 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) 26-1108 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 293:08
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  77. F.-10. La Antigua, Guatemala Sister City visit recap. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1095 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 302:25
  78. F.-11. Discussion regarding sidewalk expansion on Orduna Drive between Paradiso and Blue Road. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1096 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 315:34
  79. F.-12. Discussion regarding right of way improvements and insurance requirements related to the Old Cutler Bay bench. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1097 Deferred
  80. F.-13. Discussion regarding America's 250th Birthday celebration - July 4, 2026. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1098 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 321:24
  81. F.-14. Discussion regarding recognition of past Coral Gables Mayors in connection with President's Day. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) 26-1099 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 333:18
  82. G. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
  83. 73 Time Certain 12:00pm (Agenda Item G-1)
  84. G.-1. A 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 25-1217 adopted as amended by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 203:57
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  86. H. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
  87. H.-1. A 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 26-1009 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 238:00
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  89. H.-2. A 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 26-1039 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 238:30
  90. H.-3. A 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 26-1040 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 239:02
  91. H.-4. A 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 26-1070 adopted by Resolution Number Pass ▶ jump to 239:32
  92. 81 Time Certain 11:00am (Agenda Item H-5)
  93. H.-5. Update on City Hall Floor Plans. 26-1073 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 136:45
  94. H.-6. Celebrating a Century: The Coral Gables Centennial Year. 25-1257 Discussed and Filed ▶ jump to 339:26
  95. I. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
  96. 85 None
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  98. J. CITY CLERK ITEMS
  99. 88 None
  100. K. DISCUSSION ITEMS ▶ jump to 350:21
  101. 90 ADJOURNMENT
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  103. 91 NOTE
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  107. Non Agenda Item A Resolution of the City Commission reconsidering the previously adopted Resolution No. 2026-10 proposing that a question be placed on the upcoming April 21st, 2026 Special Election Ballot to address the City’s General Fund Reserves and amending it by adopting a Resolution 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 require the City maintain a certain general fund reserve and require certain approval for amendments to the fund reserve policy or expenditure of general fund reserves. 26-1143 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
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  111. Non Agenda Item A Resolution of the City Commission in support of the Pawproject presented. 26-1142 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
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  117. H.-5.1. A Resolution of the City Commission instructing the City Manager to place a wall separating the Commission offices as part of the renovations of City Hall. 26-1141 adopted by Resolution Number Pass
  118. 168 Billy Y. Urquia City Clerk