Commission Agenda Items
Coral Gables Ratifies $113,500 Emergency Sewer Repair at Lugo Ave Canal
The Commission approved an after-the-fact ratification of emergency sewer main fitting connection repairs at the canal crossing near Lugo Avenue Canal Bridge, awarded to Jomark Equipment and Consulting Inc. for $113,500. The work was procured under the city's emergency procurement rules, bypassing normal competitive bidding.
Coral Gables Seats New Six-Member Code Enforcement Board Through 2029
The City Commission confirmed six appointments to the Code Enforcement Board, each nominated by a different commissioner or the mayor, for three-year terms running June 1, 2026 through May 31, 2029. The board hears cases involving alleged violations of the city's municipal code.
Coral Gables Approves $265K Sole-Source Deal for Police Tech Upgrades
The City Commission authorized a sole-source purchase of software enhancements from Mark43, a police records management system vendor, for approximately $265,000. The procurement was justified under Section 2-689 of the City's Procurement Code, which permits bypassing competitive bidding when only one vendor can meet the need.
Coral Gables Awards $70K Street-End Improvements Contract
The city commission is approving a $70,813 contract to HG Construction Development and Investment, Inc. for street-end improvements under a competitive bid process. The scope is limited to street-end finishing work, not a major infrastructure expansion.
Coral Gables Extends Disaster Debris Removal Contracts with Three Vendors
The City Commission is being asked to approve extensions of three existing contracts for disaster debris removal services with Ashbritt, Phillips Heavy, and Ceres Environmental Services. These contracts originate from a 2018 RFP and cover post-hurricane or major-storm cleanup operations.
Coral Gables to Designate 234 Minorca Ave as Smart City Lab Space
The resolution formally designates a city-owned office at 234 Minorca Avenue as the future home of Coral Gables' Innovation and Technology Smart City Research Laboratory, to take effect after the City Commission returns to its restored City Hall chambers. The space would also host workforce development and community innovation programs with student interns and research partners.
Coral Gables to Sole-Source $142,500 Police Tech Contract via Bid Waiver
The Commission is asked to approve a bid waiver under Section 2-691 of the Procurement Code to continue services with Saferwatch, LLC for approximately $142,500 over three years without competitive bidding. The waiver is sponsored by the Police Department.
Coral Gables Awards Pool/Fountain Maintenance Contract at $115K/Year
The City Commission is set to approve a maintenance contract for fountains and swimming pools to Gables Pool & Spa, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder under IFB 2026-004, at an estimated $115,400 annually. The award follows standard procurement procedures under the City's Procurement Code.
Coral Gables Awards Internal Auditing Services Contract to Plante & Moran
The City Commission approved a resolution awarding RFP 2025-041 for internal auditing services to Plante & Moran, PLLC, the highest-ranked proposer. No dollar amount was specified in the agenda item.
Coral Gables Awards $45.6K Dumpster Bay Renovation Contract
The City Commission approved a contract award of $45,604.96 to Atlas Door & Gate, Inc. for dumpster bay renovations, selected as the lowest responsive bidder under IFB 2025-047. The resolution caps spending at budgeted funds.
Coral Gables Approves Pre-Qualified Pool for Fitness Instructors
Resolution 26-1370 establishes a pre-qualified pool of fitness instructors under RTQ No. 2025-049 for an initial three-year term with two optional one-year renewals. The resolution also delegates authority to solicit pricing, award contracts, and add instructors to the pool without further Commission approval, citing Procurement Code Section 2-763.
Coral Gables Accepts $627 EMS County Grant for FY 2026-2027
Resolution 26-1340 authorizes acceptance and execution of a $627.31 EMS County Grant (Grant #C1013) from Miami-Dade County and the Florida Department of Health for FY Q 2026-2027. The resolution passed.
Coral Gables Sends General Fund Reserve Charter Amendment to April 21 Ballot
The City Commission passed a resolution reconsidering and amending its earlier Resolution No. 2026-10, placing a charter amendment question on the April 21, 2026 special election ballot. The ballot question asks voters whether the City Charter should mandate a minimum general fund reserve level and require special approval before amending the reserve policy or spending down those reserves.
Coral Gables Awards $160K Sole-Source Police Communications Contract
The City Commission approved a $160,109 sole-source service agreement with Communications International, Inc. for police department communications services. The award was made under Section 2-689 of the city's procurement code governing sole-source purchases.
Coral Gables Awards Parking Garage Pressure Washing Contracts
The City Commission approved a resolution awarding pressure washing service contracts in three groups: parking garage interiors to Power Washing and More LLC, parking garage exteriors to Integrity Janitorial Service Corp., and additional facilities to Midlands Pressure Wash Services LLC, all selected as the lowest responsive bidders under IFB 2025-037. No dollar amounts were specified in the agenda text.
Coral Gables Commission Directs Wall Installation in City Hall Offices
Resolution 26-1141 instructs the City Manager to install a wall separating Commission offices as part of the ongoing City Hall renovations. The resolution passed.
Coral Gables Appoints New Special Master for Board of Architects Hearings
The Coral Gables City Commission passed a resolution appointing Javier Font as a Special Master for quasi-judicial public hearings before the Board of Architects, pursuant to Sections 14-103.3 and 14-103.2 of the Zoning Code. The Special Master presides over contested architectural review proceedings that can affect project approvals and design compliance.
Coral Gables Approves Interlocal Deal for RTZ University Subzone Dev Review
The Coral Gables City Commission passed a resolution approving an interlocal agreement with Miami-Dade County governing how development applications within the Coral Gables / University Subzone of the Rapid Transit Zone (RTZ) will be reviewed, pursuant to Miami-Dade County Ordinance No. 25-90. This agreement establishes the framework for local vs. county authority over development approvals in the transit-oriented subzone.
Coral Gables Extends Lease at 338 Minorca Ave for 3 More Years (2026–2028)
The City Commission approved a Sixth Amendment to the lease with 338 Minorca Law Center, LLC for first-floor space at 338 Minorca Avenue, extending the term by three years (January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028) to house the Finance Department's Collections Division staff. The space continues to serve as a temporary relocation site for city offices.
Coral Gables Extends Disaster Debris Removal Contracts
The City Commission passed a resolution extending three existing contracts (RFP 2018-009A, B, and C) for Disaster Debris Removal Services, based on the Chief Procurement Officer's recommendation. The extensions were approved under the city's procurement code provision for change orders and contract modifications.
Coral Gables Awards Contract for Marine Fire Rescue Vessel
The City Commission passed a resolution awarding DGS Boats, Corp the contract for purchasing a marine fire rescue vessel under Invitation for Bids 2025-036. The award followed the Chief Procurement Officer's recommendation identifying DGS Boats as the most responsive and responsible bidder.
Coral Gables OKs $28K Sole-Source Contract for Police Counseling Services
Resolution 25-1049 authorizes a sole-source contract with Law Enforcement Psychological and Counseling Associates for police critical incident stress debriefings, annual wellness visits, and an employee assistance program, at an estimated cost of $28,000. The contract was approved under Section 2-689 of the City's Procurement Code.
Coral Gables Appoints Mayor Lago to Negotiate RTZ with Miami-Dade
The City Commission passed a resolution appointing Mayor Vince Lago as Coral Gables' representative in discussions with Miami-Dade County regarding the Rapid Transit Zone (RTZ). The RTZ designation governs density and land-use rules around transit corridors and stations in the county.
Coral Gables Eyes Pickleball Court Expansion at Peter and Sallye Jude Park
The Coral Gables City Commission passed a resolution directing the city manager to explore funding and design options for expanding Peter and Sallye Jude Park to include a pickleball court. This is an exploratory directive, not an approved capital project, and no dollar amount or timeline was specified.
Coral Gables Awards Theater Programming Services Contract
The City Commission passed a resolution awarding RFP 2025-016 for Theater Programming Services to Evolve Theatre Company, following the Chief Procurement Officer's recommendation. The contract was awarded under the city's standard procurement code provisions.
Coral Gables Accepts $56,500 Grant for Marine Patrol Vessel
The City Commission approved acceptance of a $56,500 grant from the Florida Inland Navigation District to purchase a small marine patrol vessel and night vision equipment. The resolution also amends the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize and appropriate the grant funds.
Coral Gables Accepts $100K State Grant for Drone Replacement Program
The City Commission approved acceptance of a $100,000 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement under the Drone Replacement Program. The funds will be appropriated toward the cost of the city's drone program.
Coral Gables Accepts $15K FDOT Litter Control Grant
The Coral Gables City Commission approved acceptance of a $15,000 Florida Department of Transportation Litter Control and Prevention Grant for the "Keep Coral Gables Beautiful" initiative. The resolution also authorizes a budget amendment to recognize the grant as revenue and appropriate the funds for the program.
Coral Gables Awards STEM Tutoring Contract via RFP 2025-018
Resolution 25-9930 accepts the Chief Procurement Officer's recommendation to award RFP 2025-018 for Professional S.T.E.M. Program Services to Study Smart Tutors, Inc., the highest-ranked responsive and responsible proposer. The award was made pursuant to Section 2-763 of the City's Procurement Code.