25 items and how they turned out
D.-5 · File 26-1858Approved with dual-negotiation amendment
Award of RFP 2026-013 for External Auditing Services
Citywide
5–0Moved: Richard D. Lara · Seconded: Vince Lago
Pulled from the consent agenda, the commission approved entering into parallel negotiations with both the top-ranked proposer CBIZ CPAs and second-ranked Citrin Cooperman to leverage best pricing, requiring the final contract to return to the commission for approval.
E.-1 + E.-7 · File 26-1955, 26-1957Approved on second reading (E-1) and adopted (E-7)
PAD amendment and conditional use for 301-341 Madeira underground utility condition
301-341 Madeira Avenue
5–0 · 5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
The commission approved amending the planned development and conditional use approval for the 301-341 Madeira multifamily project, replacing the underground utilities requirement with a $300,000 contribution to the city due to FPL feeder constraints.
E.-2 · File 26-1865Approved on second reading
Zoning Code Text Amendment on Development Agreement Durations
Citywide
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
The commission unanimously approved on second reading a text amendment to Section 14-217 of the Zoning Code governing development agreements to ensure consistency with Florida Statutes regarding maximum durations.
E.-3 · File 26-1922Approved on first reading
Creation of Coral Gables Youth Leadership Council
Citywide
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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E.-4 · File 26-2028Approved on first reading
Seating Requirement for Restaurant Liquor Licenses
Citywide
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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H.-5 · File 26-2070Presentation heard · no action taken
Gables Go! Extended Reality Cultural Experience Update
Citywide
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E.-5 · File 26-2079Approved on first reading with non-enforcement directive
Zoning Code Text Amendment on Temporary Noncommercial Signs
Citywide
5–0Moved: Rhonda Anderson · Seconded: Ariel Fernandez
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E.-6 · File 26-2102Failed for lack of a second
Campaign Finance Reform Prohibiting Vendor, Lobbyist, and Developer Donations
Citywide
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F.-2 · File 26-2078Adopted as amended
Visitor Transportation and Tour Bus Stops in Coral Gables
Downtown Coral Gables / Miracle Mile / Giralda Plaza
5–0Moved: Melissa Castro · Seconded: Ariel Fernandez
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F.-3 · File 26-2105Failed for lack of a second
Referral of Hearing Misrepresentation Matters to Inspector General
Citywide
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F.-4 · File 26-2108Adopted as amended
Senior Relief Grant Fund for FY 2025-2026
Citywide
5–0Moved: Ariel Fernandez · Seconded: Rhonda Anderson
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F.-5 · File 26-2109Adopted as amended
Veterans with Disabilities Relief Grant Fund for FY 2025-2026
Citywide
5–0Moved: Ariel Fernandez · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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F.-8 · File 26-2037Discussion heard · no action taken
Micromobility and Sidewalk Prohibition Signage on Ponce de Leon Blvd
Ponce de Leon Boulevard (Alhambra to Almeria)
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F.-9 · File 26-2038Direction given to staff
Waterway Regulations and Waterfront Code Enforcement
Waterways citywide / Coral Gables Canal
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F.-10 · File 26-2039Staff directed to publicize program
Development Services Same Day Permit Program Update
Citywide
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F.-11 · File 26-2041Direction given to staff
City Hall Construction Fence Project
City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way
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F.-12 · File 26-2071Presentation heard · no action taken
Inaugural Coral Gables Salute to Veterans Event Update
Giralda Plaza
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F.-14 · File 26-2107Status report heard · open criminal investigation
Update on Investigation into August 26, 2026 Commission Meeting Testimony
Citywide / 110 Phoenicia Ave (Garden of Our Lord)
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F.-15 · File 26-2110Informational update · no action required
Extension of Allowable Coral Gables Trolley Operating Life
Citywide
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F.-16 · File 26-2111Discussion heard · no action taken
International Coastal Cleanup and Land-Based Litter Prevention
Citywide / Cocoplum Circle / Biscayne Bay
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J.-1 · File 26-2095Adopted
Cancellation of November 17, 2026 Regular Commission Meeting
Citywide
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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H.-1 · File 26-2050Adopted
Fee Schedule Amendments for Development Services, Historical Resources, and Finance
Citywide
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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H.-3 · File 26-2096Adopted · bid waiver approved
Bid Waiver Contract for Phillips Park Renovation Project
Phillips Park, 90 Menores Avenue
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Rhonda Anderson
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H.-4 · File 26-2040Presentation heard · no action taken
Building Department Technologies and Gables Permitting 2.0 Update
Citywide
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H.-2 · File 26-2068Adopted as amended
Issuance of Up to $40M Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds for City Hall Restoration
City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way
5–0Moved: Vince Lago · Seconded: Richard D. Lara
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