City Commission
Regular MeetingCoral Gables, FL · April 16, 2024
Agenda
City of Coral Gables
405 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.coralgables.com
Agenda
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
9:00 AM
City Hall, Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Vince Lago
Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson
Commissioner Melissa Castro
Commissioner Ariel Fernandez
Commissioner Kirk R. Menendez
Amos Rojas, Jr., City Manager
Cristina M. Suárez, City Attorney
Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk
City Commission Agenda April 16, 2024
The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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
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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
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The public may comment on an item on the agenda using the City’s already-established
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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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CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
Rabbi Jonathan Fisch - Temple Judea
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS
A.-1. 24-7331 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 19, 2024 as "Education and Sharing Day"
in Coral Gables.
A.-2. 24-7314 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2024 as "Autism Awareness Month" in
Coral Gables.
A.-3. 24-7065 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 26, 2024 as "Arbor Day" in Coral Gables.
A.-4. 24-7249 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 2024 as "Earth Month" in Coral Gables.
Agenda Items A-5 and A-6 are related
A.-5. 24-7246 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 14-20, 2024 as "National Public Safety
Telecommunicators Week" in Coral Gables.
A.-6. 24-7250 Congratulations to Operator Denie Pomilban, recipient of the City of Coral Gables
"Operator of the Year Award," for 2023.
A.-7. 24-7316 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring April 21-27, 2024 as “National Crime Victims’
Rights Week” in Coral Gables.
A.-8. 23-6822 Congratulations to Captain Daniel Amador recipient of the City of Coral Gables
“Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of March 2024.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B.-1. 24-7106 Regular City Commission Meeting of February 27, 2024.
B.-2. 24-7273 Regular City Commission Meeting of March 12, 2024.
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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.
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. 24-7235 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting a recommendation to waive the
competitive process of the Procurement Code and purchase the Stryker Power -Pro 2
powered ambulance cot/ loading system at a cost of $ 148,472.14 and as a “Sole Source
Procurement”, pursuant to Section 2-689 of the City’s Procurement Code.
D.-2. 24-7240 A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Isis Arenas
(Nominated by Board-As-A-Whole) to serve as a member of the Coral Gables Golf and
Country Club Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2023 and
continues through May 31, 2025.
D.-3. 24-7269 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance of a Keep America
Beautiful Great American Cleanup Grant in the value amount of $ 6,000 to be put towards
the “Keep Coral Gables Beautiful” Great American Cleanup Events; authorizing execution
of the grant contract; and authorizing an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Annual Budget to recognize the $2,500 grant as revenue and to appropriate such funds to
put toward the cost of the program.
D.-4. 24-7308 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Rigby Coleman (Nominated by City
Manager Rojas) to serve as a member of the Property Advisory Board, for remainder of
the current term, which began on June 1, 2023 and continues through May 31, 2025.
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D.-5. 24-7313 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the acceptance and execution of grant
funds in the amount of $6,796 allocated to the Coral Gables Police Department from the
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG); and authorizing an amendment
to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget to recognize the $6,796 grant funds as
revenue and to appropriate such funds to cover the grant expenditures.
D.-6. 24-7327 A Resolution of the City Commission approving an interlocal agreement with the Village
of Pinecrest relating to the operation and funding of the Pinecrest by the Sea Security
Guard Special Taxing District (also known as the Gables by the Sea-Pinecrest Security
Guard Special Taxing District); providing for authorization; and providing for an effective
date.
D.-7. 24-7341 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Jeffrey Kurzner (Nominated by Mayor
Lago) to serve as a member of the Mayor’s Advisory Council, for remainder of the current
term, which began on June 1, 2023 and continues through April 30, 2025.
1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the
City Commission:
1.-1. 24-7110 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of February 7, 2024.
1.-2. 24-7253 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of March 6, 2024.
1.-3. 24-7220 Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of March 6, 2024.
1.-4. 24-7215 Budget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of February 21, 2024.
1.-5. 24-7236 Construction Regulation Board Meeting of March 11, 2024.
1.-6. 24-7348 Coral Gables Golf and Country Club Advisory Board Meeting of February 28, 2024.
1.-7. 24-7070 Cultural Development Board Meeting of January 16, 2024.
1.-8. 24-7224 Cultural Development Board Meeting of February 20, 2024.
1.-9. 24-7252 Economic Development Board Meeting of March 6, 2024.
1.-10. 24-7062 Historic Preservation Board Meeting of November 15, 2023.
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1.-11. 24-7063 Historic Preservation Board Meeting of December 14, 2023.
1.-12. 24-7227 Historic Preservation Board Meeting of January 24, 2024.
1.-13. 24-7231 Insurance and Risk Management Advisory Board Meeting of January 18, 2024.
1.-14. 24-7188 International Affairs Coordinating Council Meeting of February 28, 2024.
1.-15. 24-7326 International Affairs Coordinating Council Meeting of March 18, 2024.
1.-16. 24-7182 Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of February 8, 2024.
1.-17. 24-7251 Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of March 14, 2024.
1.-18. 24-7351 Mayor's Advisory Council Meeting of February 15, 2024.
1.-19. 24-7352 Mayor's Advisory Council Meeting of March 21, 2024.
1.-20. 24-7010 Merrick House Meeting of January 8, 2024.
1.-21. 24-7345 Merrick House Board Meeting of February 12, 2024.
1.-22. 24-7362 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of January 24, 2024.
1.-23. 24-7361 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of February 28, 2024.
1.-24. 24-7363 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of March 20, 2024.
1.-25. 24-7248 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of March 14, 2024.
1.-26. 24-7346 Pinewood Cemetery Advisory Board Meeting of January 8, 2024.
1.-27. 24-7189 Retirement Board Meeting of February 8, 2024.
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1.-28. 24-7271 Senior Citizens Advisory Board Meeting of March 7, 2024.
1.-29. 24-7213 Waterway Advisory Board Meeting of March 6, 2024 .
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]:
Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item 2-1)
2.-1. 24-7330 A Resolution of the Property Advisory Board requesting that the City Commission direct
City Staff to begin a process to identify properties within the City for purchase that would
enhance its portfolio and to review existing City-owned property to determine which
City-properties should be surplus or be held long-term for public benefit.
2.-2. 24-7360 A Resolution of the Property Advisory Board recommending that the City Commission
conduct a parking study to ensure that any proposed pickleball or other recreational
courts will not significantly reduce available parking for Coral Gables residents.
2.-3. 24-7349 A Resolution of the Transportation Advisory Board requesting that the City Commission
direct Staff to amend the traffic impact study methodology and scope of services for
traffic consultants to require a of the Transportation Advisory Board and consideration of
micro-mobility in mitigation measures.
E. 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 FIRST READING
E.-1. 24-7312 An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 46 of the "Code of the City of
Coral Gables," entitled "Pensions," amending Section 46-27, purchase of credited service
for period of military service and/or employment with other public employers; and
providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an
effective date.
E.-2. 24-7212 An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 74 "Traffic and Vehicles" to
create Article IX "School Zone Safety" authorizing the enforcement of school zone speed
limits by and through the installation of speed detection systems on school zone
roadways; providing for a severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and
providing for an effective date.
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E.-3. 24-7311 An Ordinance of the City Commission updating the City Code to comply with State Law
by amending Chapter 14 “Businesses”, Article VIII “Mobile Food Trucks” and creating
Section 14-154 “Limited Operation of Temporary Commercial Kitchens”; providing for
severability clause, repealer provision, and providing for an effective date.
E.-4. 24-7319 An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2022-32 which approved
a Planned Area Development for the property legally described as Lots 1-12 and Lots
35-46, including the public alleyway lying in between, Block 10 and Lots 1-4, Block 15,
Coral Gables Crafts Section (290, 272, 250, 244 Valencia Avenue, 247, 297 Almeria
Avenue, and 2701 Salzedo Street), Coral Gables Florida to allow for the Art in Public
Places contribution to be made pursuant to an Escrow Agreement.
Time Certain 6:00pm (Agenda Items E-5, E-6 E-7, E-8, E-9 and E-10 are related)
E.-5. 23-6704 An Ordinance of the City Commission amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of
Coral Gables Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,”
Section 14-213, “Comprehensive Plan Text and Map Amendments,” and Small Scale
amendment procedures (ss. 163.3187, Florida Statutes), from “Commercial Low-Rise
Intensity” to “Commercial High-Rise Intensity” for Lots 8 through 21, less the West ½ of
lot 8, Block 29, Crafts Section, together with that portion of the 20-foot platted alley lying
east of Lots 11 and 19, of said Block 29, (3000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 216 & 224
Catalonia, 203 University Dr, and 225 Malaga), Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a
repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. ( LEGAL
DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (LPA review) (12 13 2023 PZB recommended denial, Vote: 3-3)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
E.-6. 23-6705 An Ordinance of the City Commission making zoning district boundary changes pursuant
to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-212, “Zoning Code Text and Map
Amendments,” for Lots 8 through 21, less the West ½ of lot 8, Block 29, Crafts Section
from Mixed-Use 1 (MX1) District to Mixed-Use 3 (MX3) District (3000 Ponce de Leon
Blvd, 216 & 224 Catalonia, 203 University Dr, and 225 Malaga); providing for a repealer
provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ON FILE) (12 13 2013 PZB no recommendation, Vote: 3-3)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
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E.-7. 23-6706 An Ordinance of the City Commission approving the vacation of a public alleyway
pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-211, “Abandonment and
Vacations” and City Code Chapter 62, Article 8, “Vacation, Abandonment and Closure of
Streets, Easements and Alleys by Private Owners and the City; Application Process, ”
providing for the vacation of the twenty (20) foot wide alley which is approximately one
hundred and fifty-five (155) feet in length lying between Lots 12 thru 18 and Lots 11 and
19 in Block 29, Crafts Section (3000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 216 & 224 Catalonia, 203
University Dr, and 225 Malaga), Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a repealer provision,
severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE )
(12 13 2023 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 4-2)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
RESOLUTIONS
Time Certain 6:00pm (Agenda Items E-5, E-6 E-7, E-8, E-9 and E-10 are related)
E.-8. 23-6707 A Resolution of the City Commission approving receipt of Transfer of Development Rights
(TDRs) pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-204.6, “Review and
approval of use of TDRs on receiver sites,” for the receipt and use of TDRs for a
Mixed-Use project referred to as “Ponce Park Residences” on the property legally
described as Lots 8 through 21, less the West ½ of lot 8, Block 29, Crafts Section,
together with that portion of the 20-foot platted alley lying east of Lots 11 and 19, of said
Block 29; (3000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 216 & 224 Catalonia, 203 University Dr, and 225
Malaga), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer
provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ON FILE) (12 13 2023 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 4-2)
(This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above
related ordinances on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
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E.-9. 23-6708 A Resolution of the City Commission approving Mixed-Use Site Plan and Encroachment
review pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,”
for a proposed Mixed-Use project referred to as “Ponce Park Residences” on the property
legally described as Lots 8 through 21, less the West ½ of lot 8, Block 29, Crafts
Section, together with that portion of the 20-foot platted alley lying east of Lots 11 and
19, of said Block 29; (3000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 216 & 224 Catalonia, 203 University Dr,
and 225 Malaga), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a
repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. ( LEGAL
DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (12 13 2023 PZB recommended approval with conditions, Vote:
4-2)
(This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above
related ordinances on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
E.-10. 23-6709 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the Tentative Plat entitled “Ponce Park
Residences” pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-210,
“Platting/Subdivision,” being a re-plat of 42,543 square feet (0.977 acres) into a single
tract of land on the property legally described as Lots 8 through 21, less the West ½ of
lot 8, Block 29, Crafts Section, together with that portion of the 20-foot platted alley lying
east of Lots 11 and 19, of said Block 29, together with a 1,318 square feet portion of
University Drive that runs north of the Malaga Avenue right -of-way and west of the Ponce
de Leon Boulevard right-of-way and dedication of 1,725 square feet; (3000 Ponce de Leon
Blvd, 216 & 224 Catalonia, 203 University Dr, and 225 Malaga), Coral Gables, Florida;
including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and
providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) (12 13 2023 PZB
recommended approval, Vote: 4-2)
(This Resolution is not for consideration at this time and will be included with the above
related ordinances on Second Reading if approved on First Reading.)
Lobbyist: Javier Fernandez
E.-11. 24-7318 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2023-196 which granted
remote parking conditional use approval for the mixed -use project referred to as “The
Avenue” Hotel and Residences on the property legally described as Lots 8 through 11,
Block 9, Revised Plat of Coral Gables Industrial Section (351 San Lorenzo Avenue), Coral
Gables, Florida, to replace the requirement that all overhead utilities along the entire alley
be underground with a contribution toward public realm improvements in the vicinity of the
project.
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F. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
Time Certain 1:00pm (Agenda Item F-1)
F.-1. 24-7335 An update on the Mayor’s 2023 - 2025 Strategic Priorities Plan.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-2. 24-7211 Presentation regarding residency requirements of local municipalities for board members.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Menendez)
F.-3. 24-7241 Discussion regarding the removal of the Banyan Tree on Granada Boulevard and Venetia
Terrace.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
F.-4. 24-7309 Update regarding the traffic calming Memorandum of Understanding.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
F.-5. 24-7329 Presentation regarding alcohol sales restrictions on Sunday.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
F.-6. 24-7336 Discussion regarding flooding concerns in Coral Gables.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-7. 24-7337 Update regarding the homeless program.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-8. 24-7338 Discussion regarding the implementation of a forensic audit.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-9. 24-7340 An update from staff regarding 30 Leucadendra Drive.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-10. 24-7343 Update on the P-Card audit.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)
F.-11. 24-7344 Update on vacancies in the Police Department.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
Time Certain 11:30am (Agenda Item F-12)
F.-12. 24-7004 Update on pickleball courts in Parking Garage 4.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)
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F.-13. 24-7366 Discussion regarding ribbon cuttings.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)
F.-14. 24-7367 Discussion regarding City Hall.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)
F.-15. 24-7368 Discussion regarding Florida Power and Light (FPL) under-grounding and Sunshine
Meeting for Residents.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
F.-16. 24-7214 Discussion to require door hangers in the Zoning Code as additional notification for
required neighborhood meetings of proposed mixed-use and multi-family projects.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
F.-17. 24-7369 Discussion regarding police response to political canvassers.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Fernandez)
F.-18. 24-7370 Discussion regarding paseos on Miracle Mile.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-19. 24-7339 A Resolution of the City Commission directing City staff to explore potential traffic
solutions to address safety concerns along LeJeune Road in the City, and directing staff
to work with outside agencies and resources as needed.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
F.-20. 24-7342 A Resolution of the City Commission committing to achieving Vision Zero, zero roadway
fatalities, by 2030.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
F.-21. 24-7350 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Rev. Arnold Perry and Luis Quevedo
(Nominated by Commission-As-A-Whole) to serve as members of the Police Officers'
Retirement Trust Fund Board Of Trustees, for remainder of a two (2) year term which
began on June 1, 2023 and continues through May 31, 2025.
F.-22. 24-7365 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2019-359 to expand the
resident rate discounts offered to Coral Gables teachers who purchase an annual
membership at the War Memorial Youth Center or Venetian Pool.
(Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
F.-23. 24-7371 A Resolution of the City Commission requesting that the Florida Department of
Transportation add safety countermeasures to state -owned thoroughfares in Coral
Gables.
(Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
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G. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS
None
H. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
H.-1. 24-7219 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the renewal of the Property and
Casualty Insurance Program which includes, but is not limited to, property, general
liability, automobile liability, public officials errors and omissions, excess workers ’
compensation, crime liability, cyber liability, terrorism property and liability, pollution
liability, deadly weapon protection coverage, flood, as well as other ancillary lines of
insurance coverage and insurance broker fees through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk
Management Services, Inc., for a not to exceed amount of $3,774,489 for the policy
period of May 1, 2024 to May 1, 2025 (Funding Source: Insurance Fund).
H.-2. 24-7216 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
cooperative agreement with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for Project
Victory, a program that assists young adults with disabilities by providing work skills and
employment training within the City of Coral Gables.
H.-3. 24-7217 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.
H.-4. 24-7232 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing acceptance of an amendment for Grant
Agreement No. C2207 from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) for updated statutory language to the agreement for the Coral Gables Sanitary
Sewer Coastal Bay Service Area Rehabilitation Project and authorizing the City Manager
to execute the amendment of the agreement with DEP for said financial assistance under
DEP Agreement No. C2207, for financial services;
H.-5. 24-7233 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing acceptance of an amendment for Grant
Agreement No. C2102 from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP), for updated statutory language to the agreement for the Coral Gables Waterway /
Biscayne Bay Water Quality Improvements Project and authorizing the City Manager to
execute the amendment of the agreement with DEP for said financial assistance under
DEP Agreement No. C2102, for financial services;
H.-6. 24-7234 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing acceptance of an amendment for Grant
Agreement No. LPA0271 from the State of Florida Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP) for an extension to the agreement for the Coral Gables Stormwater
Master Plan Project and authorizing the City Manager to execute the amendment of the
agreement with DEP for said financial assistance under DEP Agreement No. LPA0271,
for financial services.
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H.-7. 24-7247 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief
Procurement Officer to award RFP 2024-001 Trolley Operation Services to MV
Transportation, Inc., the highest ranked responsive and responsible proposer, pursuant to
Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Request for
Proposal (RFP) 2024-001.
I. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
None
J. CITY CLERK ITEMS
J.-1. 24-7334 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution No. 2023-365, and in
accordance with Section 2-30 of the City Code, entitled “Regular Meetings, Special
Meetings” setting forth the revised Meeting Dates for 2024; more specifically, changing
the previously scheduled Wednesday, June 5, 2024 Capital Workshop to Wednesday,
June 12, 2024.
K. 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 .
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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