City Commission
Regular MeetingCoral Gables, FL · March 12, 2019
Minutes
City of Coral Gables
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgables.com
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, March 12, 2019
9:00 AM
Pre-meeting presentations will be held in the City Hall Courtyard
at 8:30 am.
City Hall, Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Raul J. Valdes-Fauli
Vice Mayor Vince Lago
Commissioner Jorge L. Fors, Jr.
Commissioner Patricia Keon
Commissioner Michael Mena
Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager
Miriam Soler Ramos, City Attorney
Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 12, 2019
Pre-meeting presentations will be held in the City Hall Courtyard at 8:30am.
Agenda Items A-1 through A-4.
ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
INVOCATION
Pastor Ryan Reed from Christ Journey Church gave the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Quesada led the Pledge of Allegiance.
LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY
The following minutes summary includes all presentations made, and actions taken
which is supplemented by the following exhibits on file in the Office of the City Clerk,
and which are hereby made a part of the record herein: (a) Ordinance(s) adopted
(Ordinance No. 2019-12 and Ordinance No. 2019-16) (b) Resolution(s) adopted
(Resolution No. 2019-74 through Resolution No. 2019-85); (c) Video; (d) Audio
Recording; (e) Minutes Folder with Agenda and background information, including
items which were submitted at the meeting.
A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
A.-1. 19-8479 The City of Coral Gables, in concert with the Coral Gables Community Foundation, honor
and present awards to Doc B's Restaurant (Best Taste Award) and Season's 52 (Best
Treat Award).
Mayor Valdes-Fauli read the proclamation honoring Doc B’s Restaurant and Bar,
a Chicago-based restaurant chain and one of Coral Gables’ finest eateries which
opened a year ago and named in honor of restauranteur Craig Bernstein’s late
father who was a doctor. The motto of this fine establishment is “we strive to
maintain fresh, home-made and consistently good food. Our team created the
menu with our own cravings in mind, that’s why the variety and creativity comes
through with each item”. The City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables
Community Foundation honored the restaurant with the “Best Taste Award” for
being the winner of “Tour of Kitchens”, a contest which consists of the finest
gourmet samplings from participating restaurants in the City. On hand to receive
this prestigious award were representatives from Doc B’s who thanked the City,
the Coral Gables Community Foundation as well as their patrons and reminded
everyone that it was one year this month that they have been in Coral Gables and
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invited all to drop by their restaurant to celebrate with them.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 1
A.-2. 19-8473 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 23, 2019 as "Coral Gables Branch
Library Day" in Coral Gables in honor of its 50th Anniversary.
Attachments: Proclamation - Coral Gables Library Anniversary
Mayor Valdes-Fauli read the proclamation detailing the rich history of the Coral
Gables Library and its important role in providing much needed services which
enhances the quality of life for its residents and the community. Mr. Ray Baker,
Director of Miami-Dade Public Library Systems and Mr. Will Runyan, Coral
Gables Branch Library Manager were present to accept the proclamation. Mr.
Baker stated that it was the 50th anniversary for the Coral Gables Brach Library,
and closer to 100 years of the institution of libraries in Coral Gables which rivals
the history of all libraries throughout Miami-Dade County. He went on to state
that he was happy to be in partnership with the city’s residents in providing
services each day and thanked the Mayor and City Commission. Mayor
Valdes-Fauli then congratulated them and added that this year is an important
anniversary year in that last Saturday the Coral Gables Museum also celebrated
their 80th anniversary.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 2
A.-3. 19-8515 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 16, 2019 as "American Legion Day" in
Coral Gables in honor of their 100th Anniversary.
Attachments: 03-12-19 American Legion
Commissioner Mena read the proclamation honoring the American Legion which
from the 1900s focused on services to veterans, service members and communities
throughout the United States. The City Commission proclaimed March 16, 2019 as
“American Legion Day in Coral Gables” to recognize the Legions’ significant role and
rich history in the City as well as its impact in the community in lending its offices for
services such as a voting precinct, Red Cross disaster relief headquarters, veterans’
meetings, and the like.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 3
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A.-4. 19-8508 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 12, 2019, as "Sarah Espino Day" in
Coral Gables.
Attachments: Proclamation - Sarah Espino - Employee of the Year
Mayor Valdes-Fauli read the proclamation declaring March 12, 2019, as “Sarah
Espino Day” in Coral Gables. Ms. Espino was acknowledged as the City of Coral
Gables Employee of the Year for 2018 because of her outstanding professionalism,
dedication, compassion and genuine commitment to her colleagues, residents and
business owners alike. These unique qualities exhibited by Ms. Espino epitomizes
what the “City Beautiful” stands for and she was presented with her well-deserved
proclamation.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 4
A.-5. 19-8514 Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Naomi Harris, owner of Madruga Bakery.
Attachments: Certificate of Recognition - Madruga Bakery
Vice Mayor Lago introduced Ms. Naomi Harris and indicated that he had visited her
bakery and was impressed by the service as well as the bakery goods offered at her
establishment. He then read the proclamation. Ms. Harris is the entrepreneurial
owner of a rustic bread shop and café called Madruga Bakery in Coral Gables. She
has travelled extensively apprenticing in bakeries throughout the United States and
Europe, perfecting her craft because of her love of artisan bread making. She grew up
in this City and thought it fitting to have her bakery here. Among her other
achievements; she is a semi-finalist in the category of “Outstanding Baker” sometimes
called the “Oscars” of the food world for the coveted 2019 James Beard Award.
This award recognizes culinary professionals in the United States and their mission
celebrates, nurtures and honors chefs, authors, journalists, restauranteurs and other
leaders in food cuisine. Ms. Harris thanked everyone and said that it was an honor to
be baking and serving her customers in Coral Gables.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 5
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A.-6. 19-8507 Congratulations to Lynn Schwartz who holds the title Code Enforcement Officer, recipient
of the "Employee of the Month Award," for the month of March, 2019.
Attachments: March 2019 EOM Notification Letter
March 2019 EOM Nomination
Cover Memo_March 2019 EOM
A video depicting a day at work for Ms. Lynn Schwartz was viewed by all in
attendance and when it was completed, Human Resources Director Karla Green
introduced Ms. Schwartz and read the proclamation. Lynn Schwartz is a veteran
employee with 32 years of dedicated service to the City and the recipient of the
“Employee of the Month Award” for March 2019. She has worked in the
Microfilming Section of Development Services and has recently been promoted to
Code Enforcement Officer. Lynn demonstrates knowledge of the job at hand, exhibits
excellent customer service skills with her fellow employees, residents and is a team
player. She credited her co-workers for being a major part in her receiving said
award, stating that she could not do her job without them. She was then presented
with her proclamation and upon accepting it, she thanked the Mayor and City
Commission.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 6
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
A.-7. 19-8495 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2019 as "World Autism Month" in Coral
Gables.
Attachments: Proclamation - World Autism Month
At the beginning of the presentation, a video was shown of Crystal Academy
students’ visit with City Officials (Mayor, City Attorney and City Manager), and
during that time they were able to tour City Hall and ask numerous questions of the
Officials. A proclamation was then read by Commissioner Quesada proclaiming the
month of April 2019 “World Autism Awareness Month in Coral Gables”. City
Attorney Ramos noted that the proclamation was being given in March because in
April, the City will be having elections. Upon presenting the proclamation, a group
photo of the students, teachers and Officials was taken. A representative from the
Academy thanked the City Officials for spending precious time with the children
during their visit and for the Principles of Inclusion which has allowed the children to
be a part of typical camps during spring break at the Coral Gables Museum and
during the summer time at the Youth Center. She further stated that the children
worked hard to be where they are, and that is commendable; also, that Principles of
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Inclusion is key to the City because “we are one of you and we are here, we want to
be part of you’. She again thanked the Mayor and for everything the City has done;
the Parks and Recreation Department and everyone who fight for children and
stressed how crucial the need is for early intervention for the children. Mayor
Valdes-Fauli stated that autism awareness is important to the City and City Officials
and thanked everyone. Dr. Anibal Gutierrez, Center for Autism, University of Miami
spoke about the struggle for services, inclusion and support groups for families and
was thankful for the partnership of Crystal Academy, University of Miami and the
City in making their job easier, and that the successes are for everyone in the
community.
City Attorney Ramos then read the Principles of Inclusion resolution into the record.
Ex-City Attorney Craig E. Leen’s presence via Face-time was acknowledged by
Commissioner Quesada. Commissioner Quesada said that while the City has done
much about autism, that it was Ex-Attorney Leen who is the champion of this cause
and thanked him for his hard work and effort in making positive changes in the City;
but particularly with individuals and families dealing with autism. Everyone chimed in
and thanked Ex-City Attorney Leen. City Attorney Ramos stated that Ex-City
Attorney Leen had taken his Principles of Inclusion throughout the county, and many
cities have adopted said principles, and it is because of his endeavors that he was
awarded the Cruz-Whiteherst Advocacy Award by UM-NSU Card Center. She
then read a letter that Ex City Attorney Leen wrote to his daughter upon her reaching
13 years of age and the family moving to Washington. This letter was framed by
Crystal Academy and will be hung in the Craig E. Leen Library dedicated in his
honor, on the Second Floor at City Hall. [Applause] Mayor Valdes-Fauli then
congratulated Ex-City Attorney Leen and said that he was a great part of the City,
that he is missed, and that emotionally and sentimentally he is still a part of the City.
Mr. Blake Sando, Chairman of the UM-CARD Constituency Board and the
Chairman of the City’s Disability Board stated that he knows Craig as a cohort in the
community; that he leads by example and is a former board member of CARD; that it
is fitting that he was being honored as a great parent and role model and that the City
supported him the way it did, including being a sponsor at the Tropical Nights Event
and thanked the Mayor, City Commission and City Attorney Ramos for their support.
Further adding that it is wonderful that the City has this wonderful citizen who is such
an advocate for people and families with autism.
Ex- City Attorney Leen thanked the Mayor, City Commissioners and City Manager
for the kind words said about him. He continued by saying that what he had learned
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in Coral Gables he is trying to implement in Washington each day, and that Coral
Gables is a shining example in this country by including people with disabilities in all
aspects of life who oftentimes have difficulties and challenges in being included and
incorporated, but what the City has done is monumental. He feels honored today to
be mentioned in Coral Gables and misses the City. He also wanted to thank City
Attorney Ramos who has been so focused in this effort. Additionally, each time the
library is mentioned, it makes him happy, because he loves the library and even more
special is that his letter to his daughter is being hung in it. Mayor Valdes-Fauli then
thanked Ex-City Attorney Leen amidst loud applause from everyone present.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 30
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B.-1. 19-8416 Regular City Commission Meeting of February 12, 2019.
Attachments: CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item F-1 - Ordinance providing for a text amendment to the Zoning
CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item F-2 - Ordinance amending the Code to move cardboard from
CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item F-3 - Ordinance approving the purchase and sale agreement
CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item H-3 - Update on scooter pilot program and next steps
CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item J-5 - Resolution extending negotiations from February 13, 201
CCMtg Feb 12 2019 - Agenda Item K-1 - Hearing regarding decision by Retirement Board to gran
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item - Mayors Comments
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item G-2 - Status update on signage by staff
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item H-1 - Discussion regarding undergrounding workshop
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item H-2 - Discussion regarding reconsideration and amendm
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item H-4 - an update from staff regarding existing restrictive c
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item H-5 - Resolution establishing affordable housing accoun
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item J-3 - Resolution authorizing an amendment to Fiscal Yea
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Agenda Item J-4 - Resolution authorizing CM to extend and amend ag
CCMtg February 12 2019 - Non-Agenda Item regarding Freebie
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A motion was made by Vice Mayor Lago, seconded by Commissioner Quesada,
that this motion be approved . The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
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C. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item C-1)
C.-1. 19-8483 Presentation of the Key to the City to Mr. Antonio Argiz, CEO and Chairman of Morrison,
Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC (MBAF).
Mayor Valdes-Fauli read the proclamation and introduced Mr. Antonio Argiz. Mr.
Arguz is one of Coral Gables distinguished residents, CEO and Chairman of MBAF,
a nationally recognized public accounting firm which is ranked nationally as one of the
top 40 accounting and advisory firms by Accounting Today, as well as being named
one of the “Best of the Best” firms in the country by INSIDE Public Accounting for
the past 17 years consecutively. Mr. Argiz was recently honored with the “Sand in
My Shoes” Award which is a prestigious accolade given by the Greater Miami
Chamber of Commerce in recognition of outstanding community leaders who have
made significant contributions to the South Florida Region and have demonstrated a
deep love and commitment to Miami. Of notable mention are additional awards he
received such as the Ultimate CEO, Distinguished Citizen Award, Executive of the
Year, Top 100 Power Leaders, American Jewish Committee’s National Human
Relations Award, Miami Coalition for Christians and Jews’ Silver Medallion Award,
South Florida Visionary Award and the Alexis de Tocqueville Society Award. In
addition, Mr. Argiz has received numerous recognitions for his business due to his
exceptional philanthropic, dedication, civic-mindedness and community
accomplishments while serving on several local organizations and playing a crucial role
in their advancement and achievements, and oftentimes having chaired said
organizations. These organizations include the United Way of Miami-Dade County,
Adrienne Arsht Center Foundation, Facts About Cuban Exiles (F.A.C.E.), Orange
Bowl Committee, Beacon Council, and Perez Art Museum Miami. The Mayor then
presented him with the Key to the City. Mr. Argiz thanked the Mayor and City
Commission and expressed his love for Coral Gables and noted that he and his family
have been residents since 1981, that he was humbled by the honor and jokingly said
that he didn’t think he deserved it, but would take it any day of the week.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 28
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D. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed within this section entitled "Consent Agenda" are considered to be
self-explanatory and are not expected to require additional review or discussion,
unless a member of the City Commission or a citizen so requests, in which case, the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered along with the regular
order of business. Hearing no objections to the items listed under the "Consent
Agenda", a vote on the adoption of the Consent Agenda will be taken.
Passed the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Commissioner
Mena, to Adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-74
D.-1. 19-8481 A Resolution authorizing the acceptance and execution of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) County Grant #C7013 Letter of Understanding and
Agreement from the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners and the State
of Florida Department of Health; and amending the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Annual Budget
to recognize the $1,641 grant award as revenue and appropriate such funds to cover the
cost of the grant expenditures.
Attachments: Cover Memo - EMS GRANT C7013
Draft Resolution - EMS Grant C7013
FY18-19 Letter of UnderstandingAgreement
Award Letter
Work Plan Projects Summary per New Revenue Expected from State
Work Plan Projects Detail
M-D County's Projects Work Plan, Revised 10-1-2018
Signed Resolution 2019-74
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE
ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) COUNTY GRANT #C7013
LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING AND AGREEMENT FROM THE MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND THE STATE OF
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR
2018-2019 ANNUAL BUDGET TO RECOGNIZE THE $1,641 GRANT AWARD
AS REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE SUCH FUNDS TO COVER THE COST
OF THE GRANT EXPENDITURES.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2019-74 on the Consent Agenda.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-75
D.-2. 19-8487 A Resolution accepting the recommendation of the Procurement Officer to award the
Fountain Maintenance Citywide to Oliver’s Pools, Inc., the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, in the estimated annual amount of $ 55,200.00, pursuant to Invitation
for Bids IFB 2019-001 and Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract
Award”.
Attachments: Draft Agenda Memo
Draft Resolution
City Manager Award Recommendation IFB 2019-001 Fountain Maintenance Citywide
Bid Tabulation
Olivers Pool - Response - Final - Combined responses
Signed Resolution 2019-75
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE PROCUREMENT OFFICER TO AWARD THE
FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE CITYWIDE TO OLIVER’S POOLS, INC., THE
LOWEST RESPONSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE BIDDER, IN THE ESTIMATED
ANNUAL AMOUNT OF $55,200.00, PURSUANT TO INVITATION FOR BIDS IFB
2019-001 AND SECTION 2-763 OF THE PROCUREMENT CODE ENTITLED
“CONTRACT AWARD”.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2019-75 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 9
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-76
D.-3. 19-8488 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida establishing the Coral
Gables History Tours Program for fourth grade students who attend school in the City of
Coral Gables.
Attachments: Coral Gables History Tours Cover Memo
Coral Gables History Tours Resolution
Signed Resolution 2019-76
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ESTABLISHING THE CORAL
GABLES HISTORY TOURS PROGRAM FOR FOURTH GRADE STUDENTS
WHO ATTEND SCHOOL IN THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2019-76 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 10
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1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the
City Commission:
1.-1. 19-8400 Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of February 6, 2019.
Attachments: Cov Memo mins 02 06 19
CITY CLERK OFC Attendance Form 02 06 19
ADA 02 06 19 Mins W Exhibit 1
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 11
1.-2. 19-8477 Code Enforcement Board Meeting of February 20, 2019.
Attachments: February 20, 2019 CEB Attendance
February 20, 2019 Minutes
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 12
1.-3. 19-8510 School and Community Relations Committee Meeting of January 18, 2019.
Attachments: Minutes 1-18-19
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 13
1.-4. 19-8511 School and Community Relations Committee Meeting of February 15, 2019.
Attachments: Minutes 02-15-2019
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 14
1.-5. 19-8513 Waterways Advisory Board Meeting of February 6, 2019.
Attachments: 2-6-19 Minutes
Cover-WAB Minutes 2-06-19 - 19-8513
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 15
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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]:
2.-1. 19-8467 Library Advisory Board Meeting of December 12, 2018 requesting guidance and
consideration from the City Commission to repair, restore, and maintain the metal
benches that have been in the Butterfly Garden since its inception, which would be fully
funded by the Garden Club.
Attachments: Commission Cover - 3.12.19 (LAB recommendation re benches)
EXCERPTS LAB Minutes 12-12-18
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item 2-1 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Minutes was Discussed
City Clerk Item No. 17
E. PERSONAL APPEARANCES
None
City Clerk Item No. 39
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F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
APPEALS
Time Certain 1l:00am (Agenda Items F-1 and I-2 are related)
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-94
F.-1. 19-8494 An Appeal of a Board of Architects Settlement Agreement entered into by the City of
Coral Gables and the Applicant as a result of a Conflict Resolution meeting on February
6, 2019 which approved revised plans (AB-18-04-3802) for the replacement of the
entrance features at the main community entrance, located on Cartagena Plaza, and the
addition of wing walls and updated signage on the existing pillars on the median and
swales of Cocoplum Road, southeast of the intersection with Los Pinos Boulevard.
Attachments: Resolution 2019-83
Settlement Agreement for BOA Appeal AB-18-04-3802 - Cocoplum Entrance Features
Cover Memo - BOA appeal before C.C. - Cocoplum - FINAL
Cocoplum 1's Appeal
CAO 2019-008 Board of Architects (BOA) Appeal Regarding Cocoplum Entrance Features
Entered into record at public hearing
Entered into record at public hearing
Entered into record at public hearing
Speaker cards entered into record at public hearing
Signed Resolution 2019-94
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Lago, seconded by Commissioner Mena, that
this motion be Continued . The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 16
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ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-12 (As Amended)
F.-2. 19-8423 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for a text
amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, amending Article 3,
“Development Review,” Division 21, “Art in Public Places Program,” and providing for
repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
Attachments: cover memo - AiPP Revision - 1st Reading
ordinance - AIPP Revision FINAL - 1st reading
2nd reading Cover Memo-Art in Public Places-3-12-2019
Ordinance on Second Reading-Art in Public Places-3-12-2019
Signed Ordinance 2019-12 as Amended
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING FOR A TEXT
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE,
AMENDING ARTICLE 3, “DEVELOPMENT REVIEW,” DIVISION 21, “ART IN
PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM,” AMENDING THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
CODE PROVISIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR REPEALER PROVISION,
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CODIFICATION, AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-2 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Commissioner Mena,
that this matter be adopted as amended by Ordinance Number 2019-12 . The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada,
Commissioner Keon and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 19
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-13
F.-3. 19-8424 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for a text
amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, amending Article 1,
“General Provisions,” Section 1-104, “Jurisdiction and Applicability,” providing exception
from Zoning for City of Coral Gables Facilities; providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
Attachments: cover memo - siting and modification procedures - 1st Reading
Ordinance - siting and modifcation procedures substitute - 1st reading
3-12-2019 Cover Memo-siting and modification exemption for city facilities
2nd reading draft ordinance-siting and modification of city facilities
Signed Ordinance 2019-13
Speaker card entered into record at public hearing
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING FOR A TEXT
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE,
AMENDING ARTICLE 1, “GENERAL PROVISIONS,” SECTION 1-104,
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“JURISDICTION AND APPLICABILITY,” PROVIDING EXCEPTION FROM
ZONING FOR CITY OF CORAL GABLES FACILITIES; PROVIDING FOR
REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CODIFICATION, AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Lago, seconded by Commissioner Quesada,
that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2019-13. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon,
Vice Mayor Lago and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 20
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-14
F.-4. 18-8226 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code (Zoning Code), amending
Article 2, “Decision Making and Administrative Bodies,” Division 2, “Planning and Zoning
Board,” Section 2-203 “Meetings; quorum; required vote,” providing for clarifying Planning
and Zoning Board voting procedures, providing for repealer provision, severability clause,
codification, and providing for an effective date. (Clarify voting procedures for Planning and
Zoning Board)
Attachments: 02 26 19 Exhibit A - Ordinance relating to Plannng and Zoning Board Voting Procedures revised
02 26 19 Exhibit B - 01 09 19 PZB Staff Report - PZB Voting
02 26 19 Exhibit C - Excerpt of 01 09 2019 PZB Minutes
02 26 19 CC Cover Memo - ZC Text Amend re voting procedure for PZB
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - ZC Text Amend re PZB Voting
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Ordinance relating to Plannng and Zoning Board Voting Procedures revised
Signed Ordinance 2019-14
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING FOR TEXT
AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE
(ZONING CODE), AMENDING ARTICLE 2, “DECISION MAKING AND
ADMINISTRATIVE BODIES,” DIVISION 2, “PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD,”
SECTION 2-203 “MEETINGS; QUORUM; REQUIRED VOTE,” PROVIDING
FOR CLARIFYING PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD VOTING
PROCEDURES, PROVIDING FOR REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE, CODIFICATION, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Lago, seconded by Commissioner Mena, that
this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2019-14. The motion passed by the
following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago,
Commissioner Mena and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
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ORDINANCE NO. 2019-15
F.-5. 18-8225 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code (Zoning Code), Amending
Article 3, “Development Review,” Division 3, “Uniform Notice and Procedures for Public
Hearing,” Section 3-302 “Notice,” Division 5, “Planned Area Development,” Section 3-506
“Application and Review Procedures for approval of plans,” Division 6, “Appeals,” Section
3-606 “Procedure for appeals,” Division 7 “Moratorium,” Section 3-708 “City Commission
Review and Decision,” Division 10 “Transfer of Development Rights,” Section 3-1006
“Review and Approval of use of TDRs on Receiver Sites,” Division 12 “Abandonment and
Vacations,” Section 3-1205 “City Commission Review and Decision,” Division 15
“Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” Section 3-1509 “Transmittal Hearing,”
and Article 5 “Development Standards,” Division 6 “Design Review Standards,” Section
5-604 “Coral Gables Mediterranean Style Design Standards,” providing for required mailed
notice for certain actions pursuant to the Zoning Code, providing for repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. ( 01 09 18 PZB
recommended approval with conditions, Vote 6-0) (Increase mailed notices for certain
requests)
Attachments: 02 26 19 CC Cover Memo - Notice
02 26 19 Exhibit A - Ordinance revising mailed notice alternate in accordance with PZ Board
02 26 19 Exhibit B - 01 09 19 PZB Staff Report - Zoning Code Text Amendment - Notices
02 26 19 Exhibit C - Excerpt 01 09 2019 PZB Minutes
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - ZC Text Amend. re Notice Second reading
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Ordinance re notices
Speaker card entered into record at public hearing
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA
PROVIDING FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES
OFFICIAL ZONING CODE (ZONING CODE), AMENDING ARTICLE 3,
“DEVELOPMENT REVIEW,” DIVISION 3, “UNIFORM NOTICE AND
PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC HEARING,” SECTION 3-302 “NOTICE,”
DIVISION 5, “PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT,” SECTION 3-506
“APPLICATION AND REVIEW PROCEDURES FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS,”
DIVISION 6, “APPEALS,” SECTION 3-606 “PROCEDURE FOR APPEALS,”
DIVISION 7 “MORATORIUM,” SECTION 3-708 “CITY COMMISSION REVIEW
AND DECISION,” DIVISION 10 “TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS,”
SECTION 3-1006 “REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF USE OF TDRS ON
RECEIVER SITES,” DIVISION 12 “ABANDONMENT AND VACATIONS,”
SECTION 3-1205 “CITY COMMISSION REVIEW AND DECISION,” DIVISION
15 “COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TEXT AND MAP AMENDMENTS,” SECTION
3-1509 “TRANSMITTAL HEARING,” AND ARTICLE 5 “DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS,” DIVISION 6 “DESIGN REVIEW STANDARDS,” SECTION 5-604
“CORAL GABLES MEDITERRANEAN STYLE DESIGN STANDARDS,”
PROVIDING FOR REQUIRED MAILED NOTICE FOR CERTAIN ACTIONS
UNDERTAKEN PURSUANT TO THE ZONING CODE, PROVIDING FOR
REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CODIFICATION, AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Commissioner
Mena, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2019-15. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 22
Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 are related.
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-16
F.-6. 18-8129 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving a Conditional
Use Building Site Determination pursuant to Zoning Code Article 3, “Development
Review”, Section 3-206, “Building Site Determination” to separate into two (2)
single-family building sites on the property zoned Single -Family Residential (SFR)
District, legally described as Lots 13-18 Block 236, Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 11
(601 Sunset Drive), Coral Gables, Florida; one (1) building site consisting of Lots 13, 14
and 15 (east parcel), and the other one (1) building site consisting of Lot 16, 17 and 18
(west parcel); including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, and providing for an effective date. (01 09 18 PZB recommended approval, Vote
5-0) (Separation of single-family property to create two single-family building sites)
Attachments: 01 09 19 PZB Staff Report - 601 Sunset - Separation of a Building Site
01 09 19 Attachment A_Applicant's submittal package
01 09 19 Attachment B_Legal Ad and Notice
02 26 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
02 26 19 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution
02 26 19 Exhibit C 01 09 19 PZB Staff Report with Attachments
02 26 19 Exhibit D Excerpts of 01 09 19 PZB Meeting Minutes
02 26 19 Exhibit E Updated Statement of Use and Revised FAR diagrams
02 26 19 CC Cover Memo - 601 Sunset First Reading
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - 601 Sunset Second Reading
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance re 601 Sunset Drive revised CAO
03 12 19 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution
Speaker card entered into record at public hearing
Signed Ordinance 2019-16
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL
USE BUILDING SITE DETERMINATION PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE
ARTICLE 3, “DEVELOPMENT REVIEW”, SECTION 3- 206, “BUILDING SITE
DETERMINATION” TO SEPARATE INTO TWO (2) SINGLE-FAMILY BUILDING
SITES ON THE PROPERTY ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (SFR)
DISTRICT, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 13-18 BLOCK 236, CORAL
GABLES RIVIERA SECTION PART 11 (601 SUNSET DRIVE), CORAL
GABLES, FLORIDA; ONE (1) BUILDING SITE CONSISTING OF LOTS 13, 14
AND 15 (EAST PARCEL), AND THE OTHER ONE (1) BUILDING SITE
CONSISTING OF LOT 16, 17 AND 18 (WEST PARCEL); INCLUDING
REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION,
PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago, that
this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2019-16. The motion passed by the
following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon,
Vice Mayor Lago and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 24
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-19
F.-7. 19-8280 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, by amending Article 5,
“Development Standards,” Section 5-1409, “Amount of Required Parking,” revising the
existing electric vehicle charging requirements for new construction; providing for a
repealer provision, providing for a severability clause, codification, and providing for an
effective date.
(02 13 19 PZB recommended approval, Vote 4-1) (Revise existing electric vehicle
charging requirements)
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lago)
Attachments: 02 13 19 PZB Staff Report - EV Charging w attachments
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance - EV Charging
03 12 19 Exhibit B - 02 13 19 PZB Staff Report - Zoning Code Text Amendment - EV Charging
03 12 19 Exhibit C - Excerpt PZB Minutes
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - ZC Text Amend. re EV Charging
03 26 19 CC Cover Memo - EV Charging - 2nd Reading
03 26 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
Signed Ordinance 2019-19
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-7 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Lago, seconded by Commissioner Quesada,
that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago,
Commissioner Mena and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 25
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ORDINANCE NO. 2019-20
F.-8. 19-8489 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 4, “Zoning
Districts,” Section 4-206, “Business Improvement Overlay District (BIOD),” to amend
provisions regulating hours of operation and amplified music indoors and outdoors for
establishments fronting Miracle Mile and Giralda Plaza, providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
Attachments: Cover Memo-1st reading-4-206 re music and noise on Giralda and Miracle Mile
Draft Ordinance re Music and Noise on Miracle Mile and Giralda-4-206
2nd reading-Draft Ordinance re Music and Noise on Miracle Mile and Giralda-4-206
Cover Memo-2nd reading-4-206 re music and noise on Giralda and Miracle Mile
Signed Ordinance 2019-20
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-8 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago,
that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 26
F.-9. 19-8490 An Ordinance of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, amending the City of Coral Gables
Code by creating Section 14-2 “Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs” in Chapter
14- Businesses, Article 1- In General; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, codification, enforceability, and providing for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Keon)
Attachments: First Reading Human Trafficking Signs Cover Memo
First Reading Human Trafficking Signs
Second Reading Human Trafficking Signs Cover Memo
Second Reading Human Trafficking Signs
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-9 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago, that
this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 4- Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Keon and Mayor
Valdes-Fauli
Absent : 1- Commissioner Quesada
City Clerk Item No. 27
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RESOLUTIONS
Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 are related.
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-78
F.-10. 19-8445 A Resolution to allow release of Restrictive Covenant for Lots 13-18 Block 236, Coral
Gables Riviera Section Part 11 (601 Sunset Drive), recorded in Plat Book 12628, Page
1081 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. (Release of Restrictive
Covenant)
Attachments: 02 26 19 CC Cover Memo - 601 Sunset First Reading
02 26 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
02 26 19 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution
02 26 19 Exhibit C - PZB Staff Report with Attachments
02 26 19 Exhibit D - Excerpts of PZB Meeting Minutes
02 26 19 Exhibit E - Updated Statement of Use and Revised FAR diagrams
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance re 601 Sunset Drive revised CAO
03 12 19 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - 601 Sunset Second Reading
Signed Resolution 2019-78
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION TO ALLOW RELEASE OF
RESTRICTIVE COVENANT FOR LOTS 13-18, BLOCK 236, CORAL GABLES
RIVIERA SECTION PART 11, 601 SUNSET DRIVE, RECORDED IN PLAT
BOOK 12628, PAGE 1081 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Commissioner
Quesada, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-78. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada,
Commissioner Keon and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 23
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-79
F.-11. 18-8107 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida granting conditional use
approval pursuant to Zoning Code Article 3, “Development Review,” Division 4,
“Conditional Uses,” for an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) on property zoned Commercial
District (Section 4-302 C.1.) for the property legally described as the Lots 8 thru 11,
Block 17, Coral Gables Douglas Section (1000 Ponce de Leon Boulevard), Coral Gables,
Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, and providing for an effective date. (02 13 19 PZB recommended approval with
conditions, Vote 5-0) (Allow new ALF on commercial property)
Attachments: DRC Submittal re 1000 Ponce de Leon
11 30 18 DRC Comments re 1000 Ponce
02 13 19 Staff Report - 1000 Ponce w attachments
02 13 19 Attachment A - Applicant's Submittal
03 12 19 Exhibit A - Draft Resolution
03 12 19 Exhibit B - 02 13 19 Staff Report w attachments
03 12 19 Exhibit C - Excerpt of 02 13 19 PZB Meeting Minutes
03 12 19 Exhibit D - PowerPoint Presentation
03 12 19 CC Cover Memo - 1000 Ponce conditional use ALF
Signed Resolution 2019-79
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE
APPROVAL PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 3, “DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW,” DIVISION 4, “CONDITIONAL USES,” FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING
FACILITY (ALF) ON PROPERTY ZONED COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (SECTION
4-302 C.1.) FOR THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS THE LOTS 8
THRU 11, BLOCK 17, CORAL GABLES DOUGLAS SECTION (1000 PONCE
DE LEON BOULEVARD), CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; INCLUDING
REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION,
PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-11 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Commissioner Mena,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-79. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon,
Vice Mayor Lago and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 29
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-84
F.-12. 19-8485 A Resolution pursuant to section 3-1705 of the Zoning Code approving the dispute
resolution agreement regarding the property located at 701 and 711 Valencia and legally
described as Lots 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28, Block 10, of "Coral Gables Biltmore
Section", according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 20, at Page 28, of the
Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida, which provides, in part, for an increase to
the maximum floor area ratio up to 2.7 (from 2.0), subject to additional terms and
conditions in the dispute resolution agreement.
Attachments: 3-12-2019 Cover Memo-Resolution approving dispute resolution-701-711 Valencia
Resolution -701 Valencia-Dispute Resolution Agreement
701 Valencia Avenue-Dispute Resolution Agreement FINAL
Speaker card entered into the record at hearing
Signed Resolution 2019-84
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION PURSUANT TO SECTION
3-1705 OF THE ZONING CODE APPROVING THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
AGREEMENT REGARDING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 701 AND 711
VALENCIA AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, AND 28,
BLOCK 10, OF "CORAL GABLES BILTMORE SECTION", ACCORDING TO
THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 20, AT PAGE 28, OF
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, WHICH
PROVIDES, IN PART, FOR AN INCREASE TO THE MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA
RATIO UP TO 2.7 (FROM 2.0), SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL TERMS AND
CONDITIONS IN THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION AGREEMENT.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-12 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Commissioner
Quesada, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-84. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 3- Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
Nays : 1- Vice Mayor Lago
Abstentions : 1- Commissioner Mena
City Clerk Item No. 36
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G. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-80
G.-1. 19-8491 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, declaring Principles of
Inclusion for individuals with autism and other special needs, and urging action by
national, state, and local governments, businesses, and residential communities
consistent with these principles.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Keon)
Attachments: Autism Inclusion Resolution April 2019
Inclusion Resolution April 2019 Cover Memo
Signed Resolution 2019-80
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION DECLARING PRINCIPLES OF
INCLUSION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS,
AND URGING ACTION BY NATIONAL, STATE, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS,
BUSINESSES, AND RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES CONSISTENT WITH
THESE PRINCIPLES.
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago, that
this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-80. The motion passed by the
following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago,
Commissioner Mena and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 31
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-81
G.-2. 19-8504 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving the sale of
alcoholic beverages at the University of Miami’s Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
Attachments: Draft Resolution for Alcohol Sales at UM Baseball Field
Cover Memo - Resolution for Alcohol Sales at UM Baseball Field
Signed Resolution 2019-81
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE SALE OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI’S ALEX
RODRIGUEZ PARK AT MARK LIGHT FIELD.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items G-2 and G-3 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-81. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 4- Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada and
Mayor Valdes-Fauli
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Absent : 1- Commissioner Keon
City Clerk Item No. 33
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-82
G.-3. 19-8512 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving the sale of
alcoholic beverages throughout the University of Miami’s Watsco Center.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
Attachments: Cover Memo - Resolution for Alcohol Sales at Watsco Center
Draft Resolution for Alcohol Sales at UM Watsco
Signed Resolution 2019-82
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE SALE OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES THROUGHOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI’S
WATSCO CENTER.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items G-2 and G-3 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Commissioner
Keon, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-82. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena, Commissioner Quesada,
Commissioner Keon and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 34
H. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
None
City Clerk Item No. 40
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I. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Time Certain 2:00pm (Agenda Item I-1)
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-96
I.-1. 18-7958 A Resolution approving the general business terms and authorizing the City Manager and
City Attorney to negotiate a development agreement with Coral Gables City Center, LLC
(CGCC) for the redevelopment of Municipal Parking Garages 1 and 4 (G1 and G4) in
which CGCC proposes a public private-partnership to provide an improved parking
structure where the City will retain ownership and control of the public parking component
in G1 and allow CGCC to build a residential mixed-use project in G4 compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood. (This resolution requires a 4/5 vote because of the value; if an
agreement is reached with CGCC an ordinance will come back to City Commission for
two readings)
Attachments: CAO 2018-032 Unified Parcel in Relation to the Development of Garages 1 and 4
Greenberg Traurig Vertical Subdivision Memo - CGCC 12.5.2017 (00000002)
2450 Salzedo & 245 Andalusia Appraisal - Aug 13 2018
CGCC Proposal 10_11_2018
Resolution - 11.13.18 (Garage RFP 1&4)
Cover memo - 11.13.18 (Garage RFP 1 - 4) - FINAL
Master
CGCC LOI- Jan 9 2019 (Final)
CGCC for City Manager
Commission Cover 1.22.19 (G1 & G4)-Revised
Resolution 1.22.19 (G1&G4)
Parking Garage CGCC January 22 2019
Signed Resolution 2019-19
Commission Cover 3.12.19 (G1 & G4)
Resolution 3.12.19 (G1&G4)
CGCC - No Office 150' LOI w Exhibits (2-26-19)
CAO 2019-004 Ownership Required for Planned Area Developments and Mixed-Use Projects
Signed Resolution 2019-77
Draft Reso - 3.26.19 (G1 G4)
Commission Cover 3.26.19 (G1 G4)
2019.03.18 CGCC Term Sheet - No Office + 750 spaces with Exhibits
Parking Garage CGCC March 26 2019 Final
Entered into public record at hearing
Speaker Cards entered into public hearing
A RESOLUTION CONTINUING THE PRESENTATION AND HEARING TO
MARCH 26, 2019 AND EXTENDING NEGOTIATIONS FROM THE CURRENT
MARCH 13, 2019 DEADLINE TO MARCH 27, 2019 IN ORDER FOR STAFF
TO CONTINUE WORKING TOWARD REACHING AN AGREEMENT WITH
CORAL GABLES CITY CENTER, LLC (CGCC) FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT
OF CITY-OWNED MUNICIPAL PARKING GARAGES 1 AND 4 LOCATED AT
245 AND 385 ANDALUSIA AVE, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item I-1 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
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A motion was made by Mayor Valdes-Fauli, seconded by Vice Mayor Lago, that
this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-96. The motion passed by the
following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago, Commissioner Mena,
Commissioner Quesada and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 18
Time Certain 11:00am (Agenda Items F-1 and I-2 are related)
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-83
I.-2. 18-8257 A Resolution authorizing encroachments consisting of installation of wing walls and
pavers at the intersection of Cocoplum Road and Los Pinos Boulevard and new signage
at the Cartagena Circle entrance, subject to requirements of the Public Works
Department.
Attachments: Resolution 2013-06 MEMO AND PLANS
Letter of Request with proposed-updated plans 2-28-19
Islands of cocoplum entry feature 2-8-19 Plans
Cover memo - encroachment cocoplum
Reso - encroachment cocoplum
Cocoplum entered into the public record on 3-12-19
Signed Resolution 2019-83
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING NEW SIGNAGE
AT THE CARTAGENA CIRCLE ENTRANCE, RE-APPROVING THE
ENCROACHMENT GRANTED IN RESOLUTION NO. 2013-06, OR IN THE
ALTERNATIVE, ENCROACHMENTS CONSISTING OF INSTALLATION OF A
MONUMENT SIGN, WING WALLS AND PAVERS AT THE BASE OF THE
COCOPLUM ROAD BRIDGE AT THE INTERSECTION OF COCOPLUM
ROAD AND VERA COURT SUBJECT TO REQUIREMENTS OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT.
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item I-2 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Quesada, seconded by Commissioner
Keon, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-83. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 3- Commissioner Keon, Commissioner Mena and Commissioner Quesada
Nays : 2- Vice Mayor Lago and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 35
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J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
J.-1. 19-8492 Congratulations to former City Attorney Craig E. Leen, recipient of the Cruz -Whitehurst
Advocacy Award given by the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for
Austism & Related Disabilities
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 32
J.-2. 19-8482 Request for Executive Session (if any).
K. CITY CLERK ITEMS
None
City Clerk Item No. 41
L. DISCUSSION ITEMS
City Clerk Item No. 38
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-85
Non 19-8589 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2019-72, accepting the
Agenda recommendation of the Procurement Officer to award RFQ 2018-017 for Traffic Impact
Study Consulting Services, to include the top five ranked responsive -responsible
proposers.
Attachments: Signed Resolution 2019-85
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.
2019-72, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PROCUREMENT
OFFICER TO AWARD RFQ 2018-017 FOR TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY
CONSULTING SERVICES AND NEGOTIATE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) WITH KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES,
INC., A&P CONSULTING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS, CORP., AND
CALTRAN ENGINEERING GROUP, INC., THE THREE (3) HIGHEST RANKED
RESPONSIVE-RESPONSIBLE PROPOSERS, PURSUANT TO FLORIDA
STATUTE 287.055, KNOWN AS THE “CONSULTANTS COMPETITIVE
NEGOTIATION ACT”; SHOULD NEGOTIATIONS FAIL WITH ANY OF THE
THREE (3) MOST RESPONSIVE-RESPONSIBLE PROPOSERS,
NEGOTIATIONS SHALL COMMENCE WITH THE NEXT MOST
RESPONSIVE-RESPONSIBLE PROPOSER (UP TO THE FIFTH RANKED
PROPOSER) UNTIL AN AGREEMENT SATISFACTORY TO THE CITY HAS
BEEN REACHED.
A motion was made by Commissioner Keon, seconded by Commissioner Mena,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2019-85. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Quesada, Commissioner Keon, Vice Mayor Lago,
Commissioner Mena and Mayor Valdes-Fauli
City Clerk Item No. 37
ADJOURNMENT
[Note for the Record: There being no further business on the Regular City
Commission Meeting Agenda. The Commission of the City of Coral Gables
adjourned its meeting at 1:36 p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Commission
has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2019, beginning 9 a.m.]
BILLY Y. URQUIA
CITY CLERK
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Agenda
City of Coral Gables
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgables.com
Agenda
Tuesday, March 12, 2019
9:00 AM
Pre-meeting presentations will be held in the City Hall Courtyard
at 8:30 am.
City Hall, Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Raul J. Valdes-Fauli
Vice Mayor Vince Lago
Commissioner Patricia Keon
Commissioner Michael Mena
Commissioner Frank C. Quesada
Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager
Miriam Soler Ramos, City Attorney
Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk
City Commission Agenda March 12, 2019
Pre-meeting presentations will be held in the City Hall Courtyard at 8:30am.
Agenda Items A-1 through A-4.
INVOCATION
Pastor Ryan Reed, Christ Journey Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
A.-1. 19-8479 The City of Coral Gables, in concert with the Coral Gables Community Foundation, honor
and present awards to Doc B's Restaurant (Best Taste Award) and Season's 52 (Best
Treat Award).
A.-2. 19-8473 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 23, 2019 as "Coral Gables Branch
Library Day" in Coral Gables in honor of its 50th Anniversary.
A.-3. 19-8515 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 16, 2019 as "American Legion Day" in
Coral Gables in honor of their 100th Anniversary.
A.-4. 19-8508 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 12, 2019, as "Sarah Espino Day" in
Coral Gables.
A.-5. 19-8514 Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Naomi Harris, owner of Madruga Bakery.
A.-6. 19-8507 Congratulations to Lynn Schwartz who holds the title Code Enforcement Officer, recipient
of the "Employee of the Month Award," for the month of March, 2019.
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
A.-7. 19-8495 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2019 as "World Autism Month" in Coral
Gables.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B.-1. 19-8416 Regular City Commission Meeting of February 12, 2019.
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C. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item C-1)
C.-1. 19-8483 Presentation of the Key to the City to Mr. Antonio Argiz, CEO and Chairman of Morrison,
Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC (MBAF).
D. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed within this section entitled "Consent Agenda" are considered to be
self-explanatory and are not expected to require additional review or discussion, unless a
member of the City Commission or a citizen so requests, in which case, the item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and considered along with the regular order of
business. Hearing no objections to the items listed under the "Consent Agenda", a vote
on the adoption of the Consent Agenda will be taken.
D.-1. 19-8481 A Resolution authorizing the acceptance and execution of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) County Grant #C7013 Letter of Understanding and
Agreement from the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners and the State
of Florida Department of Health; and amending the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Annual Budget
to recognize the $1,641 grant award as revenue and appropriate such funds to cover the
cost of the grant expenditures.
D.-2. 19-8487 A Resolution accepting the recommendation of the Procurement Officer to award the
Fountain Maintenance Citywide to Oliver’s Pools, Inc., the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, in the estimated annual amount of $ 55,200.00, pursuant to Invitation
for Bids IFB 2019-001 and Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract
Award”.
D.-3. 19-8488 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida establishing the Coral
Gables History Tours Program for fourth grade students who attend school in the City of
Coral Gables.
1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the
City Commission:
1.-1. 19-8400 Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of February 6, 2019.
1.-2. 19-8477 Code Enforcement Board Meeting of February 20, 2019.
1.-3. 19-8510 School and Community Relations Committee Meeting of January 18, 2019.
1.-4. 19-8511 School and Community Relations Committee Meeting of February 15, 2019.
1.-5. 19-8513 Waterways Advisory Board Meeting of February 6, 2019.
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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]:
2.-1. 19-8467 Library Advisory Board Meeting of December 12, 2018 requesting guidance and
consideration from the City Commission to repair, restore, and maintain the metal
benches that have been in the Butterfly Garden since its inception, which would be fully
funded by the Garden Club.
E. PERSONAL APPEARANCES
None
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
All Individuals desiring to give testimony shall be sworn in. Presentations made to the
City Commission are subject to the City’s False Claims Ordinance, Ch. 39 of the City of
Coral Gables Code.
Anyone who wishes to address the City Commission on an item to be considered for
public hearing must fill out a Speaker Card and turn it in to the City Clerk. Speaker
Cards can be obtained on the credenza located outside the office of Commissioner Keon
and Commissioner Mena, during the day of the City Commission Meeting.
APPEALS
Time Certain 1l:00am (Agenda Items F-1 and I-2 are related)
F.-1. 19-8494 An Appeal of a Board of Architects Settlement Agreement entered into by the City of
Coral Gables and the Applicant as a result of a Conflict Resolution meeting on February
6, 2019 which approved revised plans (AB-18-04-3802) for the replacement of the
entrance features at the main community entrance, located on Cartagena Plaza, and the
addition of wing walls and updated signage on the existing pillars on the median and
swales of Cocoplum Road, southeast of the intersection with Los Pinos Boulevard.
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
F.-2. 19-8423 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for a text
amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, amending Article 3,
“Development Review,” Division 21, “Art in Public Places Program,” and providing for
repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
F.-3. 19-8424 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for a text
amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, amending Article 1,
“General Provisions,” Section 1-104, “Jurisdiction and Applicability,” providing exception
from Zoning for City of Coral Gables Facilities; providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
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F.-4. 18-8226 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code (Zoning Code), amending
Article 2, “Decision Making and Administrative Bodies,” Division 2, “Planning and Zoning
Board,” Section 2-203 “Meetings; quorum; required vote,” providing for clarifying Planning
and Zoning Board voting procedures, providing for repealer provision, severability clause,
codification, and providing for an effective date. (Clarify voting procedures for Planning and
Zoning Board)
F.-5. 18-8225 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code (Zoning Code), Amending
Article 3, “Development Review,” Division 3, “Uniform Notice and Procedures for Public
Hearing,” Section 3-302 “Notice,” Division 5, “Planned Area Development,” Section 3-506
“Application and Review Procedures for approval of plans,” Division 6, “Appeals,” Section
3-606 “Procedure for appeals,” Division 7 “Moratorium,” Section 3-708 “City Commission
Review and Decision,” Division 10 “Transfer of Development Rights,” Section 3-1006
“Review and Approval of use of TDRs on Receiver Sites,” Division 12 “Abandonment and
Vacations,” Section 3-1205 “City Commission Review and Decision,” Division 15
“Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” Section 3-1509 “Transmittal Hearing,”
and Article 5 “Development Standards,” Division 6 “Design Review Standards,” Section
5-604 “Coral Gables Mediterranean Style Design Standards,” providing for required mailed
notice for certain actions pursuant to the Zoning Code, providing for repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. ( 01 09 18 PZB
recommended approval with conditions, Vote 6-0) (Increase mailed notices for certain
requests)
Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 are related.
F.-6. 18-8129 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving a Conditional
Use Building Site Determination pursuant to Zoning Code Article 3, “Development
Review”, Section 3-206, “Building Site Determination” to separate into two (2)
single-family building sites on the property zoned Single -Family Residential (SFR)
District, legally described as Lots 13-18 Block 236, Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 11
(601 Sunset Drive), Coral Gables, Florida; one (1) building site consisting of Lots 13, 14
and 15 (east parcel), and the other one (1) building site consisting of Lot 16, 17 and 18
(west parcel); including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, and providing for an effective date. (01 09 18 PZB recommended approval, Vote
5-0) (Separation of single-family property to create two single-family building sites)
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
F.-7. 19-8280 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, by amending Article 5,
“Development Standards,” Section 5-1409, “Amount of required parking,” increasing the
number of parking charging station under certain circumstances; providing for a repealer
provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. ( 02 13 19
PZB recommended approval, Vote 4-1) (Revise existing electric vehicle charging
requirements)
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Lago)
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F.-8. 19-8489 An Ordinance of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, providing for text
amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 4, “Zoning
Districts,” Section 4-206, “Business Improvement Overlay District (BIOD),” to amend
provisions regulating hours of operation and amplified music indoors and outdoors for
establishments fronting Miracle Mile and Giralda Plaza, providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
F.-9. 19-8490 An Ordinance of the City of Coral Gables, Florida, amending the City of Coral Gables
Code by creating Section 14-2 “Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs” in Chapter
14- Businesses, Article 1- In General; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, codification, enforceability, and providing for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Keon)
RESOLUTIONS
Agenda Items F-6 and F-10 are related.
F.-10. 19-8445 A Resolution to allow release of Restrictive Covenant for Lots 13-18 Block 236, Coral
Gables Riviera Section Part 11 (601 Sunset Drive), recorded in Plat Book 12628, Page
1081 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. (Release of Restrictive
Covenant)
F.-11. 18-8107 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida granting conditional use
approval pursuant to Zoning Code Article 3, “Development Review,” Division 4,
“Conditional Uses,” for an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) on property zoned Commercial
District (Section 4-302 C.1.) for the property legally described as the Lots 8 thru 11,
Block 17, Coral Gables Douglas Section (1000 Ponce de Leon Boulevard), Coral Gables,
Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability
clause, and providing for an effective date. (02 13 19 PZB recommended approval with
conditions, Vote 5-0) (Allow new ALF on commercial property)
F.-12. 19-8485 A Resolution pursuant to section 3-1705 of the Zoning Code approving the dispute
resolution agreement regarding the property located at 701 and 711 Valencia and legally
described as Lots 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28, Block 10, of "Coral Gables Biltmore
Section", according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 20, at Page 28, of the
Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida, which provides, in part, for an increase to
the maximum floor area ratio up to 2.7 (from 2.0), subject to additional terms and
conditions in the dispute resolution agreement.
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G. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
G.-1. 19-8491 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida, declaring Principles of
Inclusion for individuals with autism and other special needs, and urging action by
national, state, and local governments, businesses, and residential communities
consistent with these principles.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Keon)
G.-2. 19-8504 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving the sale of
alcoholic beverages at the University of Miami’s Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
G.-3. 19-8512 A Resolution of the City Commission of Coral Gables, Florida approving the sale of
alcoholic beverages throughout the University of Miami’s Watsco Center.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Quesada)
H. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
None
I. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Time Certain 2:00pm (Agenda Item I-1)
I.-1. 18-7958 A Resolution approving the general business terms and authorizing the City Manager and
City Attorney to negotiate a development agreement with Coral Gables City Center, LLC
(CGCC) for the redevelopment of Municipal Parking Garages 1 and 4 (G1 and G4) in
which CGCC proposes a public private-partnership to provide an improved parking
structure where the City will retain ownership and control of the public parking component
in G1 and allow CGCC to build a residential mixed-use project in G4 compatible with the
surrounding neighborhood. (This resolution requires a 4/5 vote because of the value; if an
agreement is reached with CGCC an ordinance will come back to City Commission for
two readings)
Time Certain 1l:00am (Agenda Items F-1 and I-2 are related)
I.-2. 18-8257 A Resolution authorizing encroachments consisting of installation of wing walls and
pavers at the intersection of Cocoplum Road and Los Pinos Boulevard and new signage
at the Cartagena Circle entrance, subject to requirements of the Public Works
Department.
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J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Items A-7, G-1 and J-1 are related)
J.-1. 19-8492 Congratulations to former City Attorney Craig E. Leen, recipient of the Cruz -Whitehurst
Advocacy Award given by the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for
Austism & Related Disabilities
J.-2. 19-8482 Request for Executive Session (if any).
K. CITY CLERK ITEMS
None
L. DISCUSSION ITEMS
This time is for informal discussion among the City Commissioners, the City Manager
and the City Attorney
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ADJOURNMENT
NOTE
Any person who acts as a lobbyist pursuant to the City of Coral Gables Ordinance No .
2017-44, must register with the City Clerk, prior to engaging in lobbying activities before
city staff, boards, committees and/or the City Commission. A copy of the Ordinance is
available in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall.
Any person, or persons, wishing to appeal any decision made by the City Commission
with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, will require a verbatim
record of the proceeding upon which the appeal is based. Interested persons should,
therefore, take the necessary steps to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings
is made which contains the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.
Any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks or who become boisterous while
addressing the Commission, shall be barred from further audience before the
Commission by the Chair, unless permission to continue or again address the
Commission is granted by the majority vote of the Commission Members present .
Clapping, applauding, heckling or verbal outbursts or any remarks in support or
opposition to a speaker shall be prohibited. Signs or placards shall not be permitted in
Commission Chambers.
Any person who needs assistance in another language in order to speak during the
public hearing or public comment portion of the meeting should contact the City ’s ADA
Coordinator Raquel Elejabarrieta, Esq., Director of Labor Relations and Risk
Management (E-mail: relejabarrieta@coralgables.com, Telephone: 305-722-8686 ,
TTY/TDD: 305-442-1600), at least three (3) business days before the meeting.
Any person with a disability requiring communication assistance (such as a sign
language interpreter or other auxiliary aide or service) in order to attend or participate in
the meeting should contact the City’s ADA Coordinator Raquel Elejabarrieta, Esq.,
Director of Labor Relations and Risk Management (E-mail :
relejabarrieta@coralgables.com, Telephone: 305-722-8686, TTY/TDD: 305-442-1600), at
least three (3) business days before the meeting.
Billy Y. Urquia
City Clerk
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