City Commission
Regular MeetingCoral Gables, FL · March 29, 2022
Minutes
City of Coral Gables
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgables.com
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
9:00 AM
City Hall, Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Vince Lago
Vice Mayor Michael Mena
Commissioner Rhonda Anderson
Commissioner Jorge L. Fors, Jr.
Commissioner Kirk R. Menendez
Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager
Miriam Soler Ramos, City Attorney
Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 29, 2022
The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 29,
2022, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
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CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:04 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
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. 2022-09 through Ordinance No. 2022-12) (b) Resolution(s)
adopted (Resolution No. 2022-60 through Resolution No. 2022-70); (c) Video; (d)
Audio Recording; (e) Minutes Folder with Agenda and background information,
including items which were submitted at the meeting.
INVOCATION
Rev. Hedy Collver from the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables gave the
Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Menendez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
A.-1. 22-3821 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2022 as "Earth Month" in Coral Gables.
Attachments: Proclamation
Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-1 pertaining to a presentation and
proclamation declaring April 2022 as “Earth Month” in Coral Gables. Mathew
Anderson, Senior Sustainability Analyst-Public Works Department and Solanch
Lopez, Assistant to the City Manager made the presentation. Mr. Anderson thanked
the City Commission for their leadership in acknowledging “Earth Month”, and that in
Coral Gables, every day feels like “Earth Day” due to sustainability and resiliency.
He then introduced Marlin Ebbert, Sustainability Advisory Board Chairwoman, and
continued by listing all the events planned in the City for “Earth Month” and
concluded with thanking the Mayor and City Commission. Ms. Ebbert
acknowledged Reverend Cullver of the First United Methodist Church who has
assisted with making the church parking lot available for the overflow parking during
the city’s recycling events held in the City Hall parking lot. Vice Mayor Mena then
read the proclamation.
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This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 2
A.-2. 22-3833 City of Coral Gables earns Smart City Innovation Excellence Award.
Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-2 regarding the City of Coral Gables earning
the Smart City Innovation Excellence Award and Raimundo Rodolfo, Information
Technology Director gave an update of what transpired at the technology conference
given by the Smart City Council and Dense Networks, The Social Think Tank hosted
by the city. During the conference, the City, for its contributions in innovation was
awarded the Smart City Innovation Excellence Award for small districts and
technology infrastructure. Also highlighted were how different departments for
example Police, Fire, Public Works, Development Services, Information Technology
collaborates to leverage innovation and technology to improve more public safety,
healthcare, and education. The award was placed on display during Mr. Rodolfo’s
presentation and in closing, he thanked everyone who participated at the conference.
Mayor Lago thanked Mr. Rodolfo and his team for making the city an exemplary city
in innovation, for their collaborative efforts when working with other municipalities and
countries and their willingness to share the tools they have and the grounds they are
breaking in this area.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 4
A.-3. 22-3836 Congratulations to Captain Mark Bernhardt, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of February 2022.
Attachments: Cover Memo, FF of Month, February 2022
February 2022 FF of Month Letter
Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-3 congratulations to Captain Mark
Bernhardt, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,”
for the month of February 2022, and Deputy Fire Chief James Dean made the
presentation. Captain Mark Bernhardt was selected because of his display of
individual initiative surpassing his job requirements and expectations, work ethic,
dependability, dedication, and great resource to his department.
Deputy Fire Chief James Dean stated that Captain Bernhardt is credited for going
above and beyond in taking a leadership role in the Girls and Boys Club Program/ Big
Brothers and Sisters in Red which is a newly started program in conjunction with the
police department, and the first in the country in which Captain Bernhardt
spearheaded the program and is making sure that this program succeeds. He
concluded by emphasizing that the fire department’s motto is “Committed to Our
Community” and they routinely go beyond the call of duty to make the lives of others
better. Captain Bernhardt thanked the administration, Deputy Fire Chief Dean who
initiated the program and hopes he can expand the program in the future.
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This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 5
A.-4. 22-3845 Congratulations to Firefighter Nicolas Balsera, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of March 2022.
Attachments: Cover Memo, FF of Month, March 2022
March 2022 FF of Month Letter
Deputy Fire Chief James Dean introduced Agenda Item A-4 congratulating
Firefighter Nicolas Balsera, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the
Month Award,” for the month of March 2022. Firefighter Balsera is an active
member of the Fire Department’s Benevolent Association which serves the
community and additionally, he works extensively with the city’s cadet program
mentoring young high school students. Firefighter Balsera thanked the administration
and City Commission.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 6
A.-5. 22-3846 Congratulations to Firefighter John Maroon, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of April 2022.
Attachments: Cover Memo, FF of Month, April 2022
April 2022 FF of Month Letter
Deputy Fire Chief James Dean introduced Agenda Item A-5 congratulating
Firefighter John Maroon, recipient of the City of Coral Gabel’s “Firefighter of the
Month Award,” for the month of April 2022. Firefighter Maroon is an active member
of the Fire Department’s Benevolent Association which serves the community and
works extensively with the city’s cadet program mentoring young high school
students. He then congratulated him. Firefighter Maroon echoed the sentiments of
Captain Bernhardt, was thankful to all his mentors and for all the training he received,
and that it is a blessing to be a member of the City’s Fire Department. Mayor Lago
congratulated all the fire fighters on them receiving their award.
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 7
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A.-6. 22-3867 Congratulations to Officer Alexander Rodriguez, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Officer of the Month Award,” for the month of February 2022.
Attachments: COMMISSION COVER MEMO - OFFICER OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY.doc
Officer of Month A.Rodriguez.pdf
This Presentation/Protocol Document was Deferred
City Clerk Item No. 1
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B.-1. 22-3854 Regular Commission Meeting of March 8, 2022.
Attachments: Meeting Minutes
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item 2-1 - Resolution of the Property Advisory Board requesting the
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item 2-2 - Resolution of the School Community Relations Committee
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item C - Public Comment
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item D-1 - Resolution urging cruise lines and airlines to immediately
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item D-3 - Discussion regarding issue with language in the citys zon
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item D-4 - Update by staff on the possible development of 719 and 7
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item F-4 - Ordinance approving a site plan amendment for Riviera C
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item F-5 - Ordinance authorizing execution of the Second Amendme
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item G-1 - Resolution condemning Russias invastion of Ukraine and
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item G-3 - Discussion regarding Catalonia Park
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item G-11 - Continuation of Parks Master Plan General Obligation B
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item I-3 - Staff update regarding Granada Golf Course Restaurant
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item I-4 - Resolution authorizing the issuance of not to exceed 16 m
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item I-6 - Resolution authorizing the Operators of the Biltmore Hotel
CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Items F-6 and F-7 are related - Ordinance granting approval of a PA
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this motion be approved . The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 8
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
City Clerk Item No. 9
D. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
D.-1. 22-3791 Discussion regarding the house on the corner of Bird Road and 57th Avenue.
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 64
D.-2. 22-3897 Discussion regarding parking medallions.
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 65
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D.-3. 22-3911 Discussion regarding 827 Ortega Avenue.
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 66
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Passed the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Commissioner Menendez, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson, to Adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Yeas : 4- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Commissioner
Menendez and Mayor Lago
Absent : 1- Vice Mayor Mena
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-60
E.-1. 22-3793 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the annual review required by the City of
Coral Gables and University of Miami Development Agreement and Section 163.3235 of
the Florida Statutes, for the period from September 28, 2020, to September 27, 2021.
Attachments: 03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Resolution
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - UM 2020-21 Annual Report
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - 03 29 22 Staff Report UM Annual Report
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - UM Devt. Agreement Annual Review Reso
Signed Resolution 2022-60
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE ANNUAL
REVIEW REQUIRED BY THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES AND UNIVERSITY
OF MIAMI AGREEMENT AND SECTION 163.3235 OF THE FLORIDA
STATUTES, FOR THE PERIOD FROM SEPTEMBER 28, 2020, THROUGH
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-60 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 10
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-61
E.-2. 22-3853 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the approval of a first amendment to
lease between the City of Coral Gables and 338 Minorca Law Center, LLC for the
property located at 338 Minorca Avenue, First Floor, Coral Gables, FL 33134 for an
additional one (1) year period (05/01/22-04/30/23) for the City’s Parking Department
administrative office location.
Attachments: Commission cover 03.29.22 (Parking Departmment Office)
First Amendment to Lease 338 Minorca Law Offices, LLC
Resolution - 03.29.22 (Parking Department Office First Amendment to Lease)
Signed Resolution 2022-61
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL
OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORAL
GABLES AND 338 MINORCA LAW CENTER, LLC FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 338 MINORCA AVENUE, FIRST FLOOR, CORAL GABLES, FL
33134 FOR AN ADDITIONAL ONE (1) YEAR PERIOD (05/01/22-04/30/23)
FOR THE CITY’S PARKING DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
LOCATION.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-61 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 11
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-62
E.-3. 22-3885 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the “El Carnaval De Barranquilla USA”
event as one of five events of the International Cultural Events Initiative.
Attachments: INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL EVENTS INITIATIVE presentation
Carnaval Colombia April 2022
SE - 2022-0430 - Carnival on the mile
Carnaval De Barranquilla 2022 Event Approval Cover Page
Carnaval De Barranquilla 2022 Event Approval Resolution
Signed Resolution 2022-62
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE “EL
CARNAVAL DE BARRANQUILLA USA” EVENT AS ONE OF FIVE EVENTS OF
THE INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL EVENTS INITIATIVE.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-62 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 12
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-63
E.-4. 22-3886 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the purchase of a holiday tree pursuant
to section 2-501(d) of the City’s Procurement Code.
.
Attachments: _Christmas Tree - Final v2
Christmas Tree Cover Memo
Christmas Tree Resolution
Signed Resolution 2022-63
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY
COMMISSION TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A HOLIDAY TREE
PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-501(D) OF THE CITY’S PROCUREMENT CODE.
This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-63 on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 13
1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the
City Commission:
1.-1. 22-3785 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of February 9, 2022.
Attachments: AAP Meeting February 9, 2022 DRAFT
02.09.2022 MinutesforCC03.29.2022
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 14
1.-2. 22-3887 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of February 16, 2022.
Attachments: 02.16.2022 MinutesforCC03.29.2022
AAP Meeting February 16, 2022 DRAFT
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 15
1.-3. 22-3839 Communications Committee Meeting of March 9, 2022.
Attachments: Communications Committee Draft Minutes 03092022
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 16
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1.-4. 22-3873 Insurance and Risk Management Advisory Board Meeting of February 11, 2022.
Attachments: Cover Ltr Min Meeting 02 11 22
City Clk Atten Sheet - Adv Board Feb 11 2022
IAB Agenda 02 11 21
02 11 22 Meeting Minutes and Exhibit
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 17
1.-5. 22-3884 Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of March 10, 2022.
Attachments: 031022-LBAB Minutes 22-3884
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 18
1.-6. 22-3840 Mayor's Citizens Advisory Council Meeting of March 1, 2022.
Attachments: March 1 Meeting Minutes
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 19
1.-7. 22-3894 Mayor's Citizen's Advisory Council Special Workshop of March 14, 2022.
Attachments: March 14 Meeting Minutes
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 20
1.-8. 22-3847 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of January 26, 2022.
Attachments: Item #2 PAB Minutes 10272021
Item #2 PAB Minutes 11172021
Item #3 Trolley Ridership
Item #6 2005 Resolution Amendment - Trolley-TIP-Traffic Calming - TRAFFIC ADVISORY BOAR
Item #6 DRAFT RESO- PURPOSE OF TAB- JAN 20
Item #8 Intro to Motional
Item #6 Mission Statements - TAB PAB
Item #6 Reso 26086 - 5.12.1987 PAB creation
Item #6 Reso 26214 - 7.21.1987 PAB stipulations
Item #6 Resolution Freebee Transportation Services-month-to-month extension-January 11 2021
Item #3 FreebeerptDecember2021
PAB Minutes1.26.2022
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 21
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1.-9. 22-3881 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of February 10, 2022.
Attachments: Parks Meeting Minutes 2.10.22
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 22
1.-10. 22-3890 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of March 10, 2022.
Attachments: Parks Meeting Minutes 3.10.22
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 23
1.-11. 22-3879 Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board Meeting of February 2, 2022.
Attachments: Youth Minutes 2.2.22
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 24
1.-12. 22-3684 School Community Relations Committee Workshop of January 14, 2022.
Attachments: Cover Memo
Jan. 14 - Workshop Minutes
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 25
1.-13. 22-3831 School Community Relations Committee Minutes of January 28, 2022.
Attachments: Cover Memo
Minutes - SCRC Jan. 28
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 26
1.-14. 22-3880 Senior Citizens Advisory Board Meeting of February 3, 2022.
Attachments: Senior Meeting Minutes 2.3.22
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 27
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1.-15. 22-3868 Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of January 26, 2022.
Attachments: SAB 1-26-2022 meeting minutes
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 28
1.-16. 22-3869 Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of February 23, 2022.
Attachments: SAB 2-23-22 meeting minutes COVER
SAB 2-23-2022 meeting minutes DRAFT
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 29
1.-17. 22-3900 Transportation Advisory Board Meeting of February 22, 2022.
Attachments: TAB 2.22.22 Minutes
TAB 2.22.22 meeting minutes COVER
This Matter was approved on the Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Item No. 30
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]:
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
2.-1. 22-3891 A Resolution of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board requesting that the City
Commission pursue a separate referendum for the War Memorial Youth Center Master
Plan.
Attachments: Community Recreation Master Plan follow up 3-9-22 CV
Parks Meeting Minutes 3.10.22
Cover Page Resolution Requesting YC Referendum - GJC Edit
Resolution of the Coral Gables Parks and Recreation Advisory Board - Requesting Separate refe
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Items 2-1 G-1 and I-1 are related - Resolution
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items 2-1, G-1, and I-1 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Resolution was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 37
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2.-2. 22-3866 A Resolution of the Sustainability Advisory Board requesting the City Commission
consider changing the enabling legislation of the board to add a seat for a Youth
Appointment.
Attachments: Youth Appointment RESOL
Youth Appointment COVER
SAB 2-23-2022 meeting minutes DRAFT
A motion was made by Commissioner Menendez, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson, that this motion be approved . The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 3
2.-3. 22-3849 A Resolution of the Parking Advisory Board recommending to the City Commission that a
significant portion of the ground floor retail space in the new Mobility Hub be dedicated to
Micro-Mobility and Attendant Services.
Attachments: Resolution recommending micro-mobility in the Mobility Hub
Resolution recommending micro-mobility in the Mobility Hub
This Resolution was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 62
2.-4. 22-3850 A Resolution of the Parking Advisory Board requesting the City Commission to amend
Resolution No. 26214, specifying the purposes of the Parking Advisory Board includes
review of Development Projects that seek relief from Zoning Code Parking requirements to
provide advice to the City Manager, Parking Director, City Staff and City Commission.
Attachments: Resolution amending Resolution No. 26214
Resolution amending Resolution No. 26214
This Resolution was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 63
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item 2-5)
2.-5. 22-3882 A Resolution of the Transportation Advisory Board requesting that the City Commission
adopt the Transportation Advisory Board's suggestions regarding the City's planned
Mobility Hub.
Attachments: TAB Resolution Re Mobility Hub
TAB Mobility HUB - COVER
TAB 2.22.22 minutes final
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item 2-5 - Resolution of the Transportation A
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item 2-5 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this motion be approved . The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
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City Clerk Item No. 34
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-10
F.-1. 21-2001 An Ordinance of the City Commission approving a Site Plan Amendment pursuant to
Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for a previously
approved Country Club by Ordinance No. 2016-34, located within a Special Use (S)
District, for the property commonly referred to as the “Riviera Country Club” and legally
described as portions of Tracts 1 and 5, Riviera Country Club, a portion of Miami-Biltmore
Golf Course of Riviera Section Part 4 and Lots 10-14, Block 112, Country Club Section
Part 5 (1155 Blue Road), Coral Gables, Florida; all other conditions of approval contained
in Ordinance 2016-34 shall remain in effect; and providing for an effective date. ( Legal
description on file at the City)
Attachments: 02 10 2021 Attachment B - Legal Ad
02 10 2021 Attachment C - Mail Notice
02 10 2021 - Staff Report - Riviera Country Club
02 10 2021 Attachment D - PowerPoint Presentation
02 10 2021 Attachment A - Applicant's submittal
03 09 2021 CC Cover Memo - Riviera CC 1st reading
03 09 2021 Exhibit A - Ordinance
03 09 2021 Exhibit B - Staff Report with attachments - Riviera Country Club
03 09 2021 Exhibit C - PZB Minutes Excerpts
03 09 2021 Exhibit D - Presentation
03 23 2021 CC Cover Memo - Riviera CC 1st reading
03 23 2021 Exhibit A Ordinance
03 23 2021 Exhibit B Staff Report with attachments - Riviera Country Club
03 23 2021 Exhibit C PZB Minutes Excerpts
03 23 2021 Exhibit D Presentation
Signed Resolution 2021-37
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 9 2021 - Agenda Item F-9 - Ordinance approving Site Plan Ame
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 23 2021 - Agenda Item F-8 - Ordinance approving Site Plan Am
09 14 2021 CC Cover Memo - Riviera CC 1st reading
09 14 2021 Exhibit A Ordinance - Riviera Country Club
09 14 2021 Exhibit B Updated Riviera Presentation
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Sept 14 2021 - Agenda Item F-6 - Ordinance approving Site Plan Am
Signed Resolution 2021-254
03 08 2022 Exhibit B 3-8-22 City Commission Submittal FINAL
03 08 2022 CC Cover Memo - Riviera CC 1st reading
03 08 2022 Exhibit A - Ordinance
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Ordinance revised
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - Riviera CC 2nd reading
Comments entered into record at meeting
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item F-4 - Ordinance approving a site plan am
Signed Ordinance 2022-10
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item F-1 - Ordinance approving a site plan am
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION GRANTING APPROVAL OF A
SITE PLAN AMENDMENT PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 14,
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“PROCESS” SECTION 14-203, “CONDITIONAL USES,” FOR A PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED COUNTRY CLUB BY ORDINANCE NO. 2016-34, LOCATED
WITHIN A SPECIAL USE (S) DISTRICT, FOR THE PROPERTY COMMONLY
REFERRED TO AS THE “RIVIERA COUNTRY CLUB” AND LEGALLY
DESCRIBED AS PORTIONS OF TRACTS 1 AND 5, RIVIERA COUNTRY
CLUB, A PORTION OF MIAMI-BILTMORE GOLF COURSE OF RIVIERA
SECTION PART 4 AND LOTS 10-14, BLOCK 112, COUNTRY CLUB
SECTION PART 5 (1155 BLUE ROAD), CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; ALL
OTHER CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL CONTAINED IN ORDINANCE 2016-34
SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (LEGAL
DESCRIPTION ON FILE AT THE CITY).
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-1 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-10. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson,
Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 36
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-11
F.-2. 21-3266 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 5, “Architecture,” Section 5-200, “Mediterranean
Standards;” to limit the Mediterranean Bonus program to Coral Gables Mediterranean
Architectural Style and expand the Board of Architects review process to include an
optional conceptual review; providing for severability clause, repealer provision,
codification, and providing for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
(Sponsored by Commissioner Menendez)
Attachments: 11 10 2021 - Staff Report - Med Bonus w attachments
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - Conceptual Review Fee Resolution
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - 11 10 21 - Staff Report - Med Bonus w attachments
03 29 2022 Exhibit D - Excerpt from 03 01 22 Meeting Minutes
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - Med Bonus - 2nd Reading
Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - Med Bonus only.doc
Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - Med Bonus only.doc
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
Signed Ordinance 2022-11
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING FOR TEXT
AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE,
ARTICLE 5, “ARCHITECTURE,” SECTION 5-200, “MEDITERRANEAN
STANDARDS;” TO LIMIT THE MEDITERRANEAN BONUS PROGRAM TO
CORAL GABLES MEDITERRANEAN ARCHITECTURAL STYLE AND EXPAND
THE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS REVIEW PROCESS TO INCLUDE AN
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OPTIONAL CONCEPTUAL REVIEW; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,
REPEALER, CODIFICATION, AND FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Menendez, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-11. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson,
Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 44
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-12
F.-3. 21-3294 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 4, “Zoning Districts,” Section 2-100, “Residential
Districts,” Section 2-104, “Multi-Family 3 (MF3) District,” and Section 2-105,
“Multi-Family 4 (MF4) District,” and Article 5, “Architecture,” Section 5-200,
“Mediterranean Standards;” to remove the Mediterranean Bonus of height, density, and
floor area ratio (FAR) for Multi-Family 4 (MF4) properties south of Biltmore Way; providing
for severability, repealer, codification, and for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Comment entered into the record at hearing
Signed Resolution 2022-12.1
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Jan 11 2022 - Agenda Item F-3 - Ordinance providing for text amend
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Jan 25 2022 - Agenda Item F-4 - Ordinance authorizing the City to e
03 08 22 Exhibit A - Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - MF4 Med Bonus - FINAL
03 08 22 CC - MF4 Med Bonus Height and FAR - MSR edits 3-1-22
Speaker Card
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - MF4 Med Bonus Height and FAR - 2nd Reading
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - MF4 Med Bonus
Comments entered into record at meeting
Signed Ordinance 2022-12
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 2-100, “RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS,” SECTION 2-104,
“MULTI-FAMILY 3 (MF3) DISTRICT,” AND SECTION 2-105, “MULTI-FAMILY 4
(MF4) DISTRICT,” AND ARTICLE 5, “ARCHITECTURE,” SECTION 5-200,
“MEDITERRANEAN STANDARDS;” TO REMOVE THE MEDITERRANEAN
BONUS OF HEIGHT, DENSITY, AND FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR) FOR
MULTI-FAMILY 4 (MF4) PROPERTIES SOUTH OF BILTMORE WAY;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, REPEALER, CODIFICATION, AND FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-12. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors,
Jr., Vice Mayor Mena and Mayor Lago
City of Coral Gables Page 15
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City Clerk Item No. 45
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-09
F.-4. 21-3372 An Ordinance of the City Commission authorizing execution of the Second Amendment
(“Second Amendment”) to Amended and Restated Lease (“Lease”) between the Biltmore
Hotel Limited Partnership, a Florida Limited Partnership (“Developer”) and the City of
Coral Gables, a Florida Municipal Corporation (“City”) executed February 10, 1986 and
amended and restated July 29, 1999 (“Original Lease”) and amended on January 2, 2001
(the “First Amendment”) amending Section 15 of the lease by revising the property
insurance requirements and including a sovereign immunity provision; providing for a
repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
Attachments: Ordinance Second Amendment Biltmore 3.8.22
Final Version Second Amendment to Amended and Restated Lease 3.8.22
Biltmore - AmWINS RMS Summary (2-26-21)
Cover Memo Ordinance Second Amendment to Biltmore Lease 3.8.2022
Cover Memo Second Reading Ordinance Amending Biltmore Lease 3.29.22
Second Reading Ordinance Second Amendment Biltmore 3.29.22
Comments entered into record at meeting
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 8 2022 - Agenda Item F-5 - Ordinance authorizing execution of
Signed Ordinance 2022-09
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
THE SECOND AMENDMENT (“SECOND AMENDMENT”) TO AMENDED AND
RESTATED LEASE (“LEASE”) BETWEEN THE BILTMORE HOTEL LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP, A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (“DEVELOPER”) AND
THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES, A FLORIDA MUNICIPAL CORPORATION
(“CITY”) EXECUTED FEBRUARY 10, 1986 AND AMENDED AND RESTATED
JULY 29, 1999 (“ORIGINAL LEASE”) AND AMENDED ON JANUARY 2, 2001
(THE “FIRST AMENDMENT”) AMENDING SECTION 15 OF THE LEASE BY
REVISING THE PROPERTY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AND INCLUDING
A SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY PROVISION.
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-09. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez,
Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 35
City of Coral Gables Page 16
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 29, 2022
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-13
F.-5. 22-3603 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to Article 14
“Process,” Section 14-214 “Protection of Landowners’ Rights; Relief from Inordinate
Burdens” of the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code to clarify procedures to resolve
disputes and provide relief from the application of the Zoning Code, including the granting
of variances; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and
providing for an effective date.
Attachments: 02 09 2022 Staff Report - Dispute Resolution w attachments
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - Dispute Resolution
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - 02 09 22 - Staff Report - Dispute Resolution w attachments
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - Excerpt from 03 01 22 PZB Meeting
04 12 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
04 12 2022 CC Cover Memo - Dispute Resolution - 2nd Reading
Signed Ordinance 2022-13
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Menendez, that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 46
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-17
F.-6. 22-3724 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 10, “Parking,” Section 10-110, “Amount
of required parking,” and Article 16, “Definitions,” to clarify parking requirements related to
single-family building alterations and to update the definition for a single -family residence
regarding the use of covered open air walkways, and location of porte -coches and
carports; providing for severability clause, repealer, provision, codification, and providing
for an effective date.
Attachments: 03 01 2022 - Staff Report - SFR and Parking
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - 03 01 22 - Staff Report - SFR and Parking
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - Excerpt from 03 01 22 Meeting
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - SFR Parking
04 26 2022 CC Cover Memo - SFR Parking - 2nd Reading
04 26 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance
Signed Ordinance 2022-17
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion
passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez,
Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago
City of Coral Gables Page 17
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 29, 2022
City Clerk Item No. 47
City of Coral Gables Page 18
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 29, 2022
Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related (Time Certain 1:00pm)
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-26 (As Amended)
F.-7. 22-3620 An Ordinance of the City Commission granting approval of a Planned Area Development
(PAD) pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-206, “General
Procedures for Planned Area Development” for a multi-family project referred to as
“301-341 Madeira” on the property legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of Revised
Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira Avenue),
Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra
Lobbyist: John McWilliams
Lobbyist: Robert Behar, Jr.
Attachments: 02 09 2022 - Staff Report - 301 Madiera w attachments B thru E
02 09 2022 Attachment A - Applicant Submittal
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - Madeira
03 29 2022 Exhibit D - RIR building length max Draft Ordinance
03 29 2022 Exhibit E - 02 09 22 - Staff Report - 301 Madeira w all attachments
03 29 2022 Exhibit F - Excerpt from 02 09 22 PZB Meeting
03 29 2022 Exhibit G - PowerPoint Presentation
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - Draft Ordinance PAD
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - Draft Resolution Conditional Use
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Applicant's Updated Submittal
Speaker Card
Entered into the record at hearing
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related - Ordinance gra
05 31 2022 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution Conditional Use
05 31 2022 Exhibit C - Building length maximum proposed language
05 31 2022 Exhibit D - PowerPoint Presentation
05 31 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance PAD
05 31 2022 CC Cover Memo - Madeira 2nd Reading
Speaker Cards
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg May 31 2022 - Agenda Items F-3 and F-12 are related - Ordinance g
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-7 and F-8 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading as Amended. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 4- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Vice Mayor Mena
and Mayor Lago
Abstentions : 1- Commissioner Fors, Jr.
City Clerk Item No. 40
RESOLUTIONS
Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related (Time Certain 1:00pm)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-126
F.-8. 22-3621 A Resolution of the City Commission granting Conditional Use approval pursuant to
Zoning Code Section 2-400, “District Overlays,” Section 2-405, “Residential Infill
Regulations (RIR),” for a multi-family project referred to as “301-341 Madeira” located on
property zoned Multi-Family 2 (MF2) legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of
Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira
Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer
provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra
Lobbyist: John McWilliams
Lobbyist: Robert Behar, Jr.
Attachments: 02 09 2022 - Staff Report - 301 Madeira w attachments B thru E
02 09 2022 Attachment A - Applicant Submittal
03 29 2022 Exhibit A - Applicant's Updated Submittal
03 29 2022 Exhibit B - Draft Ordinance PAD
03 29 2022 Exhibit C - Draft Resolution Conditional Use
03 29 2022 Exhibit D - RIR building length max Draft Ordinance
03 29 2022 Exhibit E - 02 09 22 - Staff Report - 301 Madeira w all attachments
03 29 2022 Exhibit F - Excerpt from 02 09 22 PZB Meeting
03 29 2022 Exhibit G - PowerPoint Presentation
03 29 2022 CC Cover Memo - Madeira
Speaker Card
Entered into the record at hearing
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05 31 2022 CC Cover Memo - Madeira 2nd Reading
05 31 2022 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance PAD
05 31 2022 Exhibit B - Draft Resolution Conditional Use
05 31 2022 Exhibit C - Building length maximum proposed language
05 31 2022 Exhibit D - PowerPoint Presentation
Speaker Cards
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg May 31 2022 - Agenda Items F-3 and F-12 are related - Ordinance g
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-7 and F-8 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Resolution was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 41
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-65 (As Amended)
F.-9. 22-3842 A Resolution of the City Commission directing staff to include on the agenda for each
regularly scheduled meeting of the Property Advisory board whether any unsolicited
proposals and/or letters of intent involving the concessions, sales, or leases in
connection with City-owned property have been received and to provide a copy of any
such proposal or letter of intent to the Property Advisory Board at that time.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Mena)
City of Coral Gables Page 20
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Attachments: Resolution directing staff to update PAB re unsolicited proposals
cover memo - reso directing staff to update PAB re unsolicited proposals
Signed Resolution 2022-65
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item F-9 - Resolution directing staff to include
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION DIRECTING STAFF TO
INCLUDE ON THE AGENDA FOR EACH REGULARLY SCHEDULED
MEETING OF THE PROPERTY ADVISORY BOARD WHETHER ANY
UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS AND/OR LETTERS OF INTENT INVOLVING
THE CONCESSIONS, SALES, OR LEASES IN CONNECTION WITH
CITY-OWNED PROPERTY HAVE BEEN RECEIVED AND TO PROVIDE A
COPY OF ANY SUCH PROPOSAL OR LETTER OF INTENT TO THE
PROPERTY ADVISORY BOARD AT THAT TIME.
[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 Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson,
that this matter be adopted as amended by Resolution Number 2022-65. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez,
Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 43
City of Coral Gables Page 21
City Commission Meeting Minutes March 29, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-64
F.-10. 22-3857 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance 2015-17, waiving all City
permit fees for electric vehicle charging stations in single-family residential properties.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Cover Memo - Amending Fee Ordinance - Waiver of EV Charging Station Permit Fees in SFR
Resolution - Amending Fee Ordinance - Waiver of EV Charging Station Permit Fees in SFR
Signed Resolution 2022-64
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
2015-17, AS AMENDED, WAIVING ALL CITY PERMIT FEES FOR ELECTRIC
VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS IN SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTIES, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-64. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 42
G. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
G.-1. 22-3892 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the issuance, subject to the Bond
Referendum herein provided for, of General Obligation Indebtedness in an Aggregate
Principal Amount not to exceed $60 Million for the City of Coral Gables, Florida, for
providing funds to finance or refinance the construction, expansion, renovation and
improvements of the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center and Phillips Park, payable
from the full faith, credit, and ad valorem taxing power of the City; providing for and calling
a Bond Referendum of the Qualified Electors of the City to be held on November 8, 2022;
providing for Official Ballots; providing for Bond Referendum procedures; and providing for
an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Menendez)
Attachments: Resolution - Referendum-Parks - youth center - phillips park - R
cover memo - parks referendum - youth center - phillips park - R
Speaker Card
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Items 2-1 G-1 and I-1 are related - Resolution
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items 2-1, G-1, and I-1 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Resolution was Deferred
City Clerk Item No. 38
City of Coral Gables Page 22
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G.-2. 22-3731 Report from staff of the cost of Granada Golf Course green fees, the Venetian Pool, the
Adult Activity Center, and all other City facilities that have memberships, for City
residents v. non-residents.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Department Fees Comparison Presentation 3-29-2022
This Agenda Item was Deferred
City Clerk Item No. 48
G.-3. 22-3758 An update from staff regarding the 2018 North Ponce Corridor study.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-3 - An update from staff regarding the
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-3 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 49
G.-4. 22-3775 Update Green Corridor P.A.C.E. District meeting concerning pre-payment penalties for
commercial borrowers.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 50
G.-5. 22-3905 Discussion regarding tree canopy issues, specifically loss of tree canopy (2016 to 2020
percentage of gain and loss in County Commission Districts ), standards for flowering and
medium size trees, and use of small to medium shade trees in shallow planting areas.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
Attachments: Speaker Card
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-5 - Discussion regarding tree canopy
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-5 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 51
G.-6. 22-3759 An update from staff on the landscaping plantings on Red Road.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-6 - Update from staff on the landscap
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-6 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
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City Clerk Item No. 54
City of Coral Gables Page 24
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G.-7. 22-3841 Discussion regarding metal roofs.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Metal Roofs discussion
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-7 - Discussion regarding metal roofs
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-7 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 55
G.-8. 22-3883 Discussion regarding "Coral Gables Bar Association Law Day".
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fors, Jr.)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-8 - Discussion regarding Coral Gable
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-8 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 56
G.-9. 22-3901 Update regarding Neighborhood Safety Aides, specifically the implementation of Code
Enforcement support for early dumping and cardboard dumping issues.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-9 - Update regarding Neighborhood S
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-9 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 33
G.-10. 22-3902 Discussion regarding blower etiquette, specifically regarding a proposal to prohibit
blowing leaves and debris into streets or adjacent properties.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-10 - Discussion regarding blower etiq
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-10 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 53
G.-11. 22-3903 Discussion regarding the expansion of acceptable Swale Package plants.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
Attachments: Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-11 - Discussion regarding the expans
City of Coral Gables Page 25
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[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-11 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 52
City of Coral Gables Page 26
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G.-12. 22-3904 Discussion regarding the Salvadore Dog Park proposal.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
Attachments: Speaker Card
Entered into the record at hearing
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item G-12 - Discussion regarding the Salvado
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-12 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 57
H. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
None
I. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
I.-1. 22-3843 Parks Masterplan General Obligation Bond referendum item.
Attachments: Entered into record at hearing
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Items 2-1 G-1 and I-1 are related - Resolution
[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items 2-1, G-1, and I-1 is
available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 39
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Agenda Items I-2 and I-3 are related
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-66
I.-2. 22-3895 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, As Amended, to
add County Club Fees by the Community Recreation Department; providing for
severability and providing for an effective date.
Attachments: Agenda Cover Memo - New CC Fees 3-29-2022
Fee Resolution for CC fees 3-29-2022
Updated Fee Schedule -Country Club Added
CC Operational & Fee Plan Presentation 3-29-22
Signed Resolution 2022-66
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item I-2 - Resolution amending Ordinance No
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
2015-17, AS AMENDED, TO ADD NEW COUNTRY CLUB FEES BY THE
COMMUNITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT, PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
[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 Menendez, seconded by Vice Mayor Mena,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-66. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson,
Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 58
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-67
I.-3. 22-3899 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year
2021-2022 annual budget to recognize Coral Gables Country Club receipts as revenue,
and to appropriate such funds to support Country Club operations, including an increase
in full time headcount from 848 to 855 (7 positions), and part time FTEs from 159.74 to
177.74 (18 FTEs).
Attachments: Country Club Operating Budget - Phase I Budget Amendment
Cover Letter - Budget Amendment - Country Club Budget & Staffing
Resolution - Budget Amendment - Country Club Budget & Staffing
Signed Resolution 2022-67
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 ANNUAL BUDGET TO
RECOGNIZE CORAL GABLES COUNTRY CLUB RECEIPTS AS REVENUE,
AND TO APPROPRIATE SUCH FUNDS TO SUPPORT COUNTRY CLUB
OPERATIONS, INCLUDING AN INCREASE IN FULL TIME HEADCOUNT
FROM 848 TO 855 (7 POSITIONS), AND PARTTIME FTES FROM 159.74 TO
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177.74 (18 FTES).
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-67. The
motion passed by the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors,
Jr., Vice Mayor Mena and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 59
Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item I-4)
I.-4. 22-3737 Location-Based Notifications Tool Presentation.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 31
I.-5. 22-3834 Innovation and Technology update on data sharing collaborations with Miami -Dade
County (utility coordination GIS viewer, transit data integration, and other collaborations )
and University of Miami (situational awareness traffic dashboards).
Attachments: GISDataCollaboration_MDC_UtilityViewer
GISDataCollaboration_MDC_Transit
GISDataCollaboration_UM_TrafficDashboard
This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed
City Clerk Item No. 32
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-68
I.-6. 22-3761 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief
Procurement Officer to award the Parking Facilities and Centralized Valet Parking
Operations to LAZ Florida Parking, LLC., the highest ranked responsive and responsible
proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”
and Request for Proposal (RFP) 2021-037.
Attachments: Agenda Memo - RFP 2021-037
Resolution - RFP 2021-037
City Manager Intent to Award Memo IFB 2021-037 - Signed1
Evaluation Composite Totals
LAZ Florida Parking, LLC - Response
Signed Resolution 2022-68
Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Mar 29 2022 - Agenda Item I-6 - Resolution accepting the recommen
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER TO
AWARD THE PARKING FACILITIES AND CENTRALIZED VALET PARKING
OPERATIONS CONTRACT RFP 2021-037 TO LAZ FLORIDA PARKING, LLC.,
THE HIGHEST RANKED RESPONSIVE-RESPONSIBLE PROPOSER,
PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-763 OF THE PROCUREMENT CODE ENTITLED
“CONTRACT AWARD”.
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[Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item I-6 is available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar].
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Vice Mayor Mena,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-68. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 60
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-69
I.-7. 22-3912 A Resolution of the City Commission directing the City Manager to hire a consultant
related to the proposed Biltmore Way Streetscape Project and directing City Staff to
provide an update at an upcoming regularly scheduled meeting.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
Attachments: Cover Memo Biltmore Way Streetscape Consultant
Resolution - Biltmore Way Streetscape Consultant - UPDATED
Signed Resolution 2022-69
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CORAL
GABLES, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO HIRE A
CONSULTANT RELATED TO THE PROPOSED BILTMORE WAY
STREETSCAPE PROJECT AND DIRECTING CITY STAFF TO PROVIDE AN
UPDATE AT AN UPCOMING REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING.
A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Vice Mayor Mena,
that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-69. The motion passed by
the following vote.
Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez,
Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 61
J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
None
City Clerk Item No. 68
K. CITY CLERK ITEMS
None
City Clerk Item No. 69
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L. DISCUSSION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-70
Non 22-4012 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Samuel C. Martinez (nominated by
Agenda Commissioner Anderson) to serve as a member of the Emergency Management Division,
Item for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31,
2023.
Attachments: Signed Resolution 2022-70
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPOINTING SAMUEL C.
MARTINEZ (NOMINATED BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON) TO SERVE
AS A MEMBER OF THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, FOR
A TWO (2) YEAR TERM WHICH BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2021 AND
CONTINUES THROUGH MAY 31, 2023.
A motion was made by Commissioner Menendez, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson, that this motion be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-70 . The
motion passed by unanimous vote.
Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena,
Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago
City Clerk Item No. 67
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 6:11 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Commission
has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 12, 2022, beginning 9 a.m.]
BILLY Y. URQUIA
CITY CLERK
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City of Coral Gables
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgables.com
Agenda
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
9:00 AM
City Hall, Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Vince Lago
Vice Mayor Michael Mena
Commissioner Rhonda Anderson
Commissioner Jorge L. Fors, Jr.
Commissioner Kirk R. Menendez
Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager
Miriam Soler Ramos, City Attorney
Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk
City Commission Agenda March 29, 2022
The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 29, 2022,
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
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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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INVOCATION
Rev. Hedy Collver - First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
A.-1. 22-3821 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2022 as "Earth Month" in Coral Gables.
A.-2. 22-3833 City of Coral Gables earns Smart City Innovation Excellence Award.
A.-3. 22-3836 Congratulations to Captain Mark Bernhardt, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of February 2022.
A.-4. 22-3845 Congratulations to Firefighter Nicolas Balsera, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of March 2022.
A.-5. 22-3846 Congratulations to Firefighter John Maroon, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of April 2022.
A.-6. 22-3867 Congratulations to Officer Alexander Rodriguez, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Officer of the Month Award,” for the month of February 2022.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B.-1. 22-3854 Regular Commission Meeting of March 8, 2022.
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
During this portion of the meeting, an individual may address the City Commission on an
item that is on the agenda or on a matter which is not on the agenda, but within the
scope of the City Commission’s jurisdiction. If the individual wishes to address the City
Commission on an item that is on the agenda, the individual shall not be given an
opportunity to speak again once the item is called. An individual who wishes to speak
during a public hearing where the City Commission is sitting in a quasi -judicial capacity,
must speak during the public hearing for that item.
Individuals who speak during the open public comment portion of the meeting shall be
given three (3) minutes during which to address the City Commission. At the conclusion
of one (1) hour, if the open public comment section of the meeting has not ended, it shall
end automatically, in order to proceed with the rest of the agenda.
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D. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
D.-1. 22-3791 Discussion regarding the house on the corner of Bird Road and 57th Avenue.
D.-2. 22-3897 Discussion regarding parking medallions.
D.-3. 22-3911 Discussion regarding 827 Ortega Avenue.
E. 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.
E.-1. 22-3793 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the annual review required by the City of
Coral Gables and University of Miami Development Agreement and Section 163.3235 of
the Florida Statutes, for the period from September 28, 2020, to September 27, 2021.
E.-2. 22-3853 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the approval of a first amendment to
lease between the City of Coral Gables and 338 Minorca Law Center, LLC for the
property located at 338 Minorca Avenue, First Floor, Coral Gables, FL 33134 for an
additional one (1) year period (05/01/22-04/30/23) for the City’s Parking Department
administrative office location.
E.-3. 22-3885 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the “El Carnaval De Barranquilla USA”
event as one of five events of the International Cultural Events Initiative.
E.-4. 22-3886 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the purchase of a holiday tree pursuant
to section 2-501(d) of the City’s Procurement Code.
.
1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the
City Commission:
1.-1. 22-3785 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of February 9, 2022.
1.-2. 22-3887 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of February 16, 2022.
1.-3. 22-3839 Communications Committee Meeting of March 9, 2022.
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1.-4. 22-3873 Insurance and Risk Management Advisory Board Meeting of February 11, 2022.
1.-5. 22-3884 Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of March 10, 2022.
1.-6. 22-3840 Mayor's Citizens Advisory Council Meeting of March 1, 2022.
1.-7. 22-3894 Mayor's Citizen's Advisory Council Special Workshop of March 14, 2022.
1.-8. 22-3847 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of January 26, 2022.
1.-9. 22-3881 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of February 10, 2022.
1.-10. 22-3890 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of March 10, 2022.
1.-11. 22-3879 Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board Meeting of February 2, 2022.
1.-12. 22-3684 School Community Relations Committee Workshop of January 14, 2022.
1.-13. 22-3831 School Community Relations Committee Minutes of January 28, 2022.
1.-14. 22-3880 Senior Citizens Advisory Board Meeting of February 3, 2022.
1.-15. 22-3868 Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of January 26, 2022.
1.-16. 22-3869 Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of February 23, 2022.
1.-17. 22-3900 Transportation Advisory Board Meeting of February 22, 2022.
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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]:
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
2.-1. 22-3891 A Resolution of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board requesting that the City
Commission pursue a separate referendum for the War Memorial Youth Center Master
Plan.
2.-2. 22-3866 A Resolution of the Sustainability Advisory Board requesting the City Commission
consider changing the enabling legislation of the board to add a seat for a Youth
Appointment.
2.-3. 22-3849 A Resolution of the Parking Advisory Board recommending to the City Commission that a
significant portion of the ground floor retail space in the new Mobility Hub be dedicated to
Micro-Mobility and Attendant Services.
2.-4. 22-3850 A Resolution of the Parking Advisory Board requesting the City Commission to amend
Resolution No. 26214, specifying the purposes of the Parking Advisory Board includes
review of Development Projects that seek relief from Zoning Code Parking requirements to
provide advice to the City Manager, Parking Director, City Staff and City Commission.
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item 2-5)
2.-5. 22-3882 A Resolution of the Transportation Advisory Board requesting that the City Commission
adopt the Transportation Advisory Board's suggestions regarding the City's planned
Mobility Hub.
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F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
All Individuals testifying in a quasi-judicial proceeding 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.
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
F.-1. 21-2001 An Ordinance of the City Commission approving a Site Plan Amendment pursuant to
Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for a previously
approved Country Club by Ordinance No. 2016-34, located within a Special Use (S)
District, for the property commonly referred to as the “Riviera Country Club” and legally
described as portions of Tracts 1 and 5, Riviera Country Club, a portion of Miami-Biltmore
Golf Course of Riviera Section Part 4 and Lots 10-14, Block 112, Country Club Section
Part 5 (1155 Blue Road), Coral Gables, Florida; all other conditions of approval contained
in Ordinance 2016-34 shall remain in effect; and providing for an effective date. ( Legal
description on file at the City)
F.-2. 21-3266 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 5, “Architecture,” Section 5-200, “Mediterranean
Standards;” to limit the Mediterranean Bonus program to Coral Gables Mediterranean
Architectural Style and expand the Board of Architects review process to include an
optional conceptual review; providing for severability clause, repealer provision,
codification, and providing for an effective date.
F.-3. 21-3294 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code, Article 4, “Zoning Districts,” Section 2-100, “Residential
Districts,” Section 2-104, “Multi-Family 3 (MF3) District,” and Section 2-105,
“Multi-Family 4 (MF4) District,” and Article 5, “Architecture,” Section 5-200,
“Mediterranean Standards;” to remove the Mediterranean Bonus of height, density, and
floor area ratio (FAR) for Multi-Family 4 (MF4) properties south of Biltmore Way; providing
for severability, repealer, codification, and for an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-4. 21-3372 An Ordinance of the City Commission authorizing execution of the Second Amendment
(“Second Amendment”) to Amended and Restated Lease (“Lease”) between the Biltmore
Hotel Limited Partnership, a Florida Limited Partnership (“Developer”) and the City of
Coral Gables, a Florida Municipal Corporation (“City”) executed February 10, 1986 and
amended and restated July 29, 1999 (“Original Lease”) and amended on January 2, 2001
(the “First Amendment”) amending Section 15 of the lease by revising the property
insurance requirements and including a sovereign immunity provision; providing for a
repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
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ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
F.-5. 22-3603 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to Article 14
“Process,” Section 14-214 “Protection of Landowners’ Rights; Relief from Inordinate
Burdens” of the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code to clarify procedures to resolve
disputes and provide relief from the application of the Zoning Code, including the granting
of variances; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and
providing for an effective date.
F.-6. 22-3724 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to the City of Coral
Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 10, “Parking,” Section 10-110, “Amount
of required parking,” and Article 16, “Definitions,” to clarify parking requirements related to
single-family building alterations and to update the definition for a single -family residence
regarding the use of covered open air walkways, and location of porte -coches and
carports; providing for severability clause, repealer, provision, codification, and providing
for an effective date.
Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related (Time Certain 1:00pm)
F.-7. 22-3620 An Ordinance of the City Commission granting approval of a Planned Area Development
(PAD) pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-206, “General
Procedures for Planned Area Development” for a multi-family project referred to as
“301-341 Madeira” on the property legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of Revised
Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira Avenue),
Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
RESOLUTIONS
Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related (Time Certain 1:00pm)
F.-8. 22-3621 A Resolution of the City Commission granting Conditional Use approval pursuant to
Zoning Code Section 2-400, “District Overlays,” Section 2-405, “Residential Infill
Regulations (RIR),” for a multi-family project referred to as “301-341 Madeira” located on
property zoned Multi-Family 2 (MF2) legally described as Lots 4 thru 24, Block 1 of
Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section K (341, 335, 331, 325, 321, 317, 301 Madeira
Avenue), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer
provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date.
(This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above
ordinance on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.)
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F.-9. 22-3842 A Resolution of the City Commission directing staff to include on the agenda for each
regularly scheduled meeting of the Property Advisory board whether any unsolicited
proposals and/or letters of intent involving the concessions, sales, or leases in
connection with City-owned property have been received and to provide a copy of any
such proposal or letter of intent to the Property Advisory Board at that time.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Mena)
F.-10. 22-3857 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance 2015-17, waiving all City
permit fees for electric vehicle charging stations in single-family residential properties.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
G. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
G.-1. 22-3892 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the issuance, subject to the Bond
Referendum herein provided for, of General Obligation Indebtedness in an Aggregate
Principal Amount not to exceed $60 Million for the City of Coral Gables, Florida, for
providing funds to finance or refinance the construction, expansion, renovation and
improvements of the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center and Phillips Park, payable
from the full faith, credit, and ad valorem taxing power of the City; providing for and calling
a Bond Referendum of the Qualified Electors of the City to be held on November 8, 2022;
providing for Official Ballots; providing for Bond Referendum procedures; and providing for
an effective date.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Menendez)
G.-2. 22-3731 Report from staff of the cost of Granada Golf Course green fees, the Venetian Pool, the
Adult Activity Center, and all other City facilities that have memberships, for City
residents v. non-residents.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
G.-3. 22-3758 An update from staff regarding the 2018 North Ponce Corridor study.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
G.-4. 22-3775 Update Green Corridor P.A.C.E. District meeting concerning pre-payment penalties for
commercial borrowers.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
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G.-5. 22-3905 Discussion regarding tree canopy issues, specifically loss of tree canopy (2016 to 2020
percentage of gain and loss in County Commission Districts ), standards for flowering and
medium size trees, and use of small to medium shade trees in shallow planting areas.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
G.-6. 22-3759 An update from staff on the landscaping plantings on Red Road.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
G.-7. 22-3841 Discussion regarding metal roofs.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
G.-8. 22-3883 Discussion regarding "Coral Gables Bar Association Law Day".
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fors, Jr.)
G.-9. 22-3901 Update regarding Neighborhood Safety Aides, specifically the implementation of Code
Enforcement support for early dumping and cardboard dumping issues.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
G.-10. 22-3902 Discussion regarding blower etiquette, specifically regarding a proposal to prohibit
blowing leaves and debris into streets or adjacent properties.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
G.-11. 22-3903 Discussion regarding the expansion of acceptable Swale Package plants.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
G.-12. 22-3904 Discussion regarding the Salvadore Dog Park proposal.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson)
H. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
None
I. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Agenda Items 2-1, G-1 and I-1 are related (Time Certain 11:00am)
I.-1. 22-3843 Parks Masterplan General Obligation Bond referendum item.
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Agenda Items I-2 and I-3 are related
I.-2. 22-3895 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, As Amended, to
add County Club Fees by the Community Recreation Department; providing for
severability and providing for an effective date.
I.-3. 22-3899 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year
2021-2022 annual budget to recognize Coral Gables Country Club receipts as revenue,
and to appropriate such funds to support Country Club operations, including an increase
in full time headcount from 848 to 855 (7 positions), and part time FTEs from 159.74 to
177.74 (18 FTEs).
Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item I-4)
I.-4. 22-3737 Location-Based Notifications Tool Presentation.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fors)
I.-5. 22-3834 Innovation and Technology update on data sharing collaborations with Miami -Dade
County (utility coordination GIS viewer, transit data integration, and other collaborations )
and University of Miami (situational awareness traffic dashboards).
I.-6. 22-3761 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief
Procurement Officer to award the Parking Facilities and Centralized Valet Parking
Operations to LAZ Florida Parking, LLC., the highest ranked responsive and responsible
proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”
and Request for Proposal (RFP) 2021-037.
I.-7. 22-3912 A Resolution of the City Commission directing the City Manager to hire a consultant
related to the proposed Biltmore Way Streetscape Project and directing City Staff to
provide an update at an upcoming regularly scheduled meeting.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
None
K. CITY CLERK ITEMS
None
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L. DISCUSSION ITEMS
This time is for informal discussion among the City Commissioners, the City Manager
and the City Attorney
ADJOURNMENT
NOTE
Any person who acts as a lobbyist pursuant to the City of Coral Gables Ordinance No .
2006-11, 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.
Billy Y. Urquia
City Clerk
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