Meeting

The real movement was on construction and permitting, not the ceremonial front matter. The Commission adopted the Chapter 105 ordinance changing construction staging rules, including construction fencing requirements and required visual displays in multi family projects. Pair that with the adopted resolution directing staff to deny new building permits to contractors with expired permits, and the city just tightened the operating environment for active builders while also trying to make job sites less disruptive and more legible to neighbors. That is a binding compliance shift, not messaging. By contrast, the higher profile zoning amendment for the Crafts Section bungalow height standards was deferred, which means the land use fight with the biggest long term development implications is still alive and not settled. On the money side, the Commission kept moving capital and operations contracts. It awarded about $591,746.50 annually to Weathertrol for HVAC and refrigeration services, $929,275 to Tadeos Engineering for parking lot improvements, approved a $375,000 bid waiver for Vermont Systems OMS platform maintenance, and waived bidding again for Unitec on Phase 5 fiber optic construction. It also advanced the Mobility Hub by selecting Kaufman Lynn for preconstruction and CM at risk services, which is the step that turns a concept into a managed delivery process. The less obvious operational item was the direction to coordinate with Miami Dade County to bring MeetQ permit services into Development Services, a sign the city knows permitting friction is now a political issue. Everything else, including UDB support, coral reef advocacy, bike rental and compost discussion, and proclamations, was either policy signaling or discussion without direct operating effect.

Statura-generated summary of the official agenda and minutes. Verbatim per-item votes and dollar figures are in the Agenda & votes tab.

Key decisions

1. Amendment to Chapter 105 construction staging plans and fencing requirements

   Adopted by ordinance number

   The ordinance changes construction fencing rules and requires visual displays in multi family projects, tightening site presentation and compliance expectations for developers and contractors.

2. Crafts Section zoning text amendment on bungalow type building height standards

   Deferred

   The Commission postponed action on the site specific zoning change, leaving unresolved a land use issue with direct implications for future project form and entitlement strategy in that area.

3. Deny building permits to contractors with expired permits

   Adopted by resolution number

   Staff was directed to deny permit issuance to contractors carrying expired permits, using permit access as an enforcement tool to force cleanup of old compliance problems.

4. Coordinate with Miami Dade County to make MeetQ Permit Services available at Development Services

   Adopted by resolution number

   The city manager was directed to work with the county on deploying MeetQ at Development Services, signaling an operational push to change how permit customers access the system.

5. Award HVAC and Refrigeration Systems Services to Weathertrol Maintenance Corp.

   Adopted by resolution number

   The city approved an estimated annual contract of $591,746.50 with Weathertrol as the sole responsive and responsible bidder, locking in a major facilities maintenance vendor.

6. Award Parking Lot Improvements to Tadeos Engineering LLC

   Adopted by resolution number

   The Commission approved a $929,275 parking lot improvement contract to Tadeos Engineering, committing capital dollars to physical parking infrastructure rather than just operations.

7. Bid waiver for Vermont Systems OMS Platform Maintenance service

   Adopted by resolution number

   The city waived competitive procurement for about $375,000 in OMS platform maintenance, preserving continuity in a core software system through a special procurement mechanism.

8. Bid waiver for Unitec Inc. Phase 5 broadband fiber optic construction services

   Adopted by resolution number

   The Commission bypassed competitive bidding for Unitec to perform Phase 5 broadband fiber construction, accelerating network expansion through a direct procurement path.

9. Award RFQ 2025 050 for Mobility Hub preconstruction and construction manager at risk services to Kaufman Lynn Construction

   Adopted by resolution number

   The city selected Kaufman Lynn and authorized negotiation of a professional services agreement, moving the Mobility Hub from planning into a formal project delivery structure.

Agenda items

28 items on the agenda, 28 with recorded outcomes.

1. H.-5.Resolutionadopted$929.3Kadopted by Resolution Number
   A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award Parking Lot Improvements to Tadeos Engineering LLC, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the estimated amount of $929,275.00 but not to exceed budgeted funds, pursuant to Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2025-043 and section 2-763 of the City’s Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”. Lobbyist: N/A
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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2. H.-4.Resolutionadopted$591.7Kadopted by Resolution Number
   A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award HVAC & Refrigeration Systems Services to Weathertrol Maintenance Corp., as the sole responsive and responsible bidder in an estimated annual amount of $591,746.50 and not to exceed budgeted funds, pursuant to Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2025-033 and section 2-763 of the City’s Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award”. Lobbyist: N/A
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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3. D.-1.Resolutionadopted$375Kadopted by Resolution Number
   A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Innovation and Technology Director to waive the competitive process to purchase Vermont Systems OMS Platform Maintenance service in the estimated amount of $375,000 as a “Special Procurement/Bid Waiver,” pursuant to Section 2-691of the Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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4. H.-1.Resolutionadopted$100Kadopted by Resolution Number
   A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Innovation and Technology Director to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code as a Special Procurement/Bid Waiver for Unitec Inc., to provide fiber optic construction services for the Phase 5 broadband expansion project, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the City’s Procurement Code. Lobbyist: N/A
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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5. 1.-2.Minutespassed$40,116approved
   Retirement Board Meeting of January 8, 2026.
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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6. 1.-1.Minutespassedapproved
   Advisory Board on Disability Affairs January 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes
   Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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7. A.-1.Presentation/Protocol DocumentpendingPresented and Filed
   Presentation of a Certificate of Condolence to the bereaved family of Thelma Gibson.
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8. A.-2.Presentation/Protocol DocumentpendingPresented and Filed
   Presentation of a Proclamation declaring February 24, 2026 as "Tumblebees Gymnastics Day" in Coral Gables.
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9. A.-3.Presentation/Protocol DocumentdeferredDeferred
   Presentation of a Proclamation declaring June 21, 2026 to June 27, 2026 as "Ocean Pollution Week" in Coral Gables.
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10. A.-4.Presentation/Protocol DocumentpendingPresented and Filed
    Presentation of a Proclamation declaring 2026 as "Physicians To Children Centennial Year" in Coral Gables.
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11. A.-5.Presentation/Protocol DocumentpendingPresented and Filed
    Congratulations to Firefighter Daniel Mosqueira recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Year Award,” for 2025.
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12. D.-2.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Alejandra Nolibos (nominated by Commissioner Castro) to serve as a member of the Insurance and Risk Management Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.
    Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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13. D.-3.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Douglas Yoder (nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the Pinewood Cemetery Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.
    Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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14. D.-4.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Emma Joseph (nominated by Commissioner Lara) to serve as a member of the Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027.
    Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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15. E.-1.Ordinanceadoptedadopted by Ordinance Number
    An Ordinance of the City Commission amending Chapter 105, “Buildings and Building Regulations,” of the Code of the City of Coral Gables by amending Section 105-30, “Construction Staging Plans,” to modify construction fencing requirements; requiring visual displays in multi-family, mixed-use, and Special Use and Preservation zoned districts; establishing standards for temporary storefront barricades; and by creating Section 105-33, “Demolition Standards,” to establish requirements for demolition activities; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
    Sponsors: Mayor Lago · Moved by: Commissioner Lara · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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16. E.-2.OrdinancedeferredDeferred
    An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Appendix A, “Site Specific Zoning Regulations Section,” to amend Section A-36, “Crafts Section,” to modify building height standards for bungalow-type duplexes by removing the one-story limitation and providing that the maximum building height shall be consistent with the underlying zoning district; providing for repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (02 11 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote: 6-0)
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17. F.-1.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission directing City staff to deny the issuance of building permits to contractors with expired permits within the City consistent with applicable law. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
    Sponsors: Mayor Lago · Moved by: Commissioner Fernandez · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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18. F.-2.Resolutiondeferreddeferred by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission expressing the City’s policy recognition that first responders, including fire rescue and emergency medical services, play a critical role in identifying victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault; acknowledging that properties generating repeated calls for service may warrant review through nuisance abatement processes in a victim-centered, trauma-informed manner; and proving for an effective date. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
    Sponsors: Commissioner Castro · Moved by: Commissioner Lara · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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19. F.-3.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission affirming support for the preservation of the Miami-Dade Urban Development Boundary (“UDB”) as it currently exists to protect downstream water resources, including the Biscayne Aquifer, regional groundwater supplies, and connected coastal waters, as well as the Everglades wetlands, and agricultural lands; urging the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners to reject the proposed development outside the UDB; urging the Florida State Legislature to oppose any legislation that would weaken the UDB in the Miami-Dade County Charter; encouraging advancement of attainable and workforce housing within the UDB to address housing affordability without expanding development into environmentally sensitive lands; adding preservation of the UDB to the City’s legislative priorities; and further directing the City Clerk to transmit a copy of this Resolution to the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners, the Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, the President of the Florida Senate, the Miami-Dade State Legislative Delegation, all other municipalities within Miami-Dade County, and the City’s lobbying team. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
    Sponsors: Commissioner Castro · Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Castro
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20. F.-4.Resolutiondeferreddeferred by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission directing the City Manager to ensure that all fire rescue and emergency medical services personnel complete an assault, human trafficking, and abuse training course within the next six months focused on familiarizing emergency responders with the unique patient care considerations and characteristics inherent in incidents of sexual assault, human trafficking, and abuse, directing new fire rescue and emergency medical services personnel to complete similar training within six months of their initial hire, and directing the City Manager to ensure that all fire rescue and emergency medical services personnel complete additional training thereafter.(Sponsored by Commissioner Castro)
    Sponsors: Commissioner Castro · Moved by: Commissioner Lara · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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21. F.-5.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission directing the City Manager to Coordinate with Miami-Dade County to make available the MeetQ Permit Services at the City's Development Services Department. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago)
    Sponsors: Mayor Lago · Moved by: Commissioner Fernandez · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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22. F.-6.Agenda ItempendingDiscussed and Filed
    Discussion regarding a bicycle rental program. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
    Sponsors: Vice Mayor Anderson
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23. F.-7.Agenda ItempendingDiscussed and Filed
    Discussion regarding a City compost station. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson)
    Sponsors: Vice Mayor Anderson
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24. F.-8.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Coral Cables, Florida, supporting senate bill 1422 relating to the protection, restoration, and management of coral reefs and updating the city’s 2026 legislative priorities to expressly include support for the protection of Biscayne Bay and coral reefs. (Mayor Lago)
    Sponsors: Mayor Lago · Moved by: Vice Mayor Anderson · Seconded: Commissioner Fernandez
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25. H.-2.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award RFQ 2025-050 for Mobility Hub Preconstruction and Construction Manager at Risk and negotiate a Professional Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with Kaufman Lynn Construction, Inc., the highest ranked responsive and responsible proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Florida Statute 287.055, known as the “Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act”. Lobbyist: Leslie E. Pantin
    Moved by: Commissioner Fernandez · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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26. H.-3.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award RFQ 2025-038 for Landscape Architectural Consulting Services and negotiate a Professional Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc., Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Landscape DE, LLC, Miller, Legg & Associates, Inc., and Savino Miller Design Studio, P.A., the five (5) highest ranked responsive-responsible proposers, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled “Contract Award” and Florida Statute 287.055, known as the “Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act” (CCNA). Lobbyist: N/A
    Moved by: Commissioner Lara · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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27. H.-6.Resolutionadoptedadopted by Resolution Number
    A Resolution of the City Commission approving a Second Amendment to the Lease/Use Agreement between the City of Coral Gables (Lessor) and (Lessee) Ventas Realty, Limited Partnership for the property that adjoins the property commonly known as Kindred Hospital South Florida Gables located at North 105.00 feet of the 30 foot wide right of way of Wallace Street, as shown on the Recorded Plat of Tamiami Place, Plan No. 3, Coral Gables, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 146, at Page 90 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida, being bounded as follows: bounded on the North by the South Right of Way of S.W. 8th Street (also being the North Line of Tracts B and C of said Recorded Plat of “Vencor Hospitals, South, Inc.); bounded on the South by the easterly extension of the South Line of said Tract B, to its intersection with the westerly line of said Tract C; bounded on the West by the easterly line of said Tract B. for an additional ten-year term (03/29/2026-03/29/2036) for the continued utilization of the property in connection with the tenant’s adjacent parking facility to complement the tenant’s medical objectives. Lobbyist: N/A
    Moved by: Commissioner Fernandez · Seconded: Vice Mayor Anderson
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28. H.-7.Agenda ItempendingDiscussed and Filed
    Social Media Year-End Performance Report.
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