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Tuesday, October 13, 2026 9:00 AM City of Coral Gables Police and Fire Headquarters, Community Meeting Room City Commission Mayor Vince Lago Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson Commissioner Melissa Castro Commissioner Ariel Fernandez Commissioner Richard D. Lara Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager Cristina M. Suárez, City Attorney Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk Agenda - Final Revised

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting on October 13, 2026 commencing at 9:00am. 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 one of the meeting hosts using the Zoom platform. If you joined the meeting via telephone, you can "Raise your Hand" by pressing *9. 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 broadcast live for members of the public to view on the City's website (www.coralgables.com/cgtv) as well as Channel 77 on Comcast. Page 2City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION Pastor Jeff Sullivan - Granada Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Douglas Ramirez - Acting Director of Development Services Douglas is a United States Coast Guard veteran who served from 1993 to 1997 in maritime law enforcement and counter-narcotics operations in South Florida and the Caribbean. AMERICA'S SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL MOMENT Alina Garcia - Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections This Semiquincentennial Moment reflects on voting as a fundamental right and responsibility in America's representative democracy. As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, it reminds citizens that democracy is sustained through participation and that every ballot gives voters a voice in shaping their government. A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS A.-1. 26-2190 Presentation of a Resolution of Condolence to the bereaved family of Ellen Uguccioni. A.-2. 26-2178 Congratulations to Torre Companies on receiving the "Keep Coral Gables Beautiful 2026 Commercial Beautification Award." A.-3. 26-2231 Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Architect Albert J. Socol. Agenda Items A-4 and H-1 are related A.-4. 26-2195 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Disability Acceptance Month" in Coral Gables. A.-5. 26-2027 Congratulations to Lieutenant Eldad Simovitch, recipient of the City of Coral Gables "Firefighter of the Month Award," for the month of October 2026. A.-6. 26-2198 Congratulations to Officer Ariel Garcia and Officer Reynaldo Abeja -Cortes, recipients of the City of Coral Gables "Officer of the Month Award," for the month of August 2026. A.-7. 26-1322 Congratulations to Noel Polo, Public Works Department, recipient of the "Employee of the Month Award," for the month of July 2026. Page 3City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised A.-8. 26-2184 Congratulations to Cesar Hechavarria, Human Resources and Risk Management Department, recipient of the "Employee of the Month Award," for the month of August 2026. A.-9. 26-2182 Congratulations to Odalys Ferreiro, Finance Department, recipient of the "Employee of the Month Award," for the month of September 2026. A.-10. 26-2202 Recognition of the Coral Gables Parks and Recreation Department for achieving reaccreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA), awarded on September 30, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Agenda Items A-11 and H-2 are related A.-11. 26-2212 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "National Arts and Humanities Month" in Coral Gables. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES B.-1. 26-2188 Regular Commission Meeting of September 15, 2026. B.-2. 26-2233 Second Budget Hearing of September 29, 2026. 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. Page 4City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised 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, if approved by the chairperson, so requests, in which case, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered along with the regular order of business. Items placed on the Consent Agenda shall conform to the limitations of Section 2-79 of the City Code. 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. 26-2179 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Chief Procurement Officer to award Request for Proposals (RFP) 2026-023 for Fire Plan Review Services to Fire Code Pro, Inc., the highest-ranked, responsive, responsible proposer, pursuant to Section 2-763 of the Procurement Code entitled "Contract Award" and Request for Proposals (RFP) 2026-023. Lobbyist: N/A D.-2. 26-2180 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation to waive the competitive bid process of the Procurement Code and contract with Carivon Construction Co. for the 427 Biltmore Way interior alterations, in an estimated amount of $ 371,104, or not to exceed the available budget, pursuant to Section 2-691 of the Procurement Code, titled "Special Procurements/Bid Waiver." Lobbyist: N/A D.-3. 26-2223 A Resolution of the City Commission confirming the appointment of Blanca Recio (nominated by Vice Mayor Anderson) and Aida Baladi de Lequerica (nominated by City Manager Iglesias) to serve as members of the International Affairs Coordinating Council, for a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2025 and continues through May 31, 2027. D.-4. 26-1828 A Resolution of the City Commission approving an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Coral Gables and the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization for the funding of a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan in the amount of $60,000. D.-5. 26-2234 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the appointment of Commissioner Melissa Castro to the Florida League of Cities' 2026-2027 Advocacy Committee and 2026-2027 Florida Action Strike Team and authorizing Commissioner Castro to advocate consistent with the City's legislative priorities. Page 5City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised 1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the City Commission: 1.-1. 26-2094 Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of September 2, 2026. 1.-2. 26-1941 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of July 29, 2026. 1.-3. 26-2129 Budget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of September 16, 2026. 1.-4. 26-2150 Code Enforcement Board Meeting of September 16, 2026. 1.-5. 26-2187 Coral Gables Golf and Country Club Advisory Board Meeting of August 26, 2026. 1.-6. 26-1942 Cultural Development Board Meeting of August 12, 2026. 1.-7. 26-2227 Economic Development Board Meeting of September 2, 2026. 1.-8. 26-2192 Parking Advisory Board Meeting of August 5, 2026. 1.-9. 26-2186 Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board Meeting of September 9, 2026. 1.-10. 26-2047 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of August 12, 2026. 1.-11. 26-2152 Retirement Board Meeting of August 13, 2026. 1.-12. 26-2208 Senior Citizen Advisory Board Meeting of September 3, 2026. 1.-13. 26-2196 Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting of July 22, 2026. Page 6City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised 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. 26-2042 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 A-36, "Crafts Section," by revising the height restriction to not allow additional stories or height available for architectural incentives for Block 36, Crafts Section, Coral Gables, Florida; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (09 16 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 5-0) E.-2. 26-2046 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 5, "Architecture," Section 5-203, "Coral Gables Mediterranean architecture design," to amend the height exclusion requirements to include enclosed areas as accessory uses; and providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. ( 09 16 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 5-0) E.-3. 26-2045 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for text amendments to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 2, "Zoning Districts," and Article 3, "Uses," to specify a driveway side setback, allow motor courts on corner lots, and adjust the rear and side setbacks for certain mechanical equipment; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. ( 09 16 26 PZB recommended approval, Vote 5-0) F. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS Time Certain 10:00am (Agenda Item F-1) F.-1. 26-2213 Update by Tax Collector, Dariel Fernandez, regarding Commission Fee Waiver and Mobile Office Events. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) Time Certain 11:30am (Agenda Item F-2) F.-2. 26-2193 Discussion regarding Miami-Dade County feral cat neutering/spaying assistance. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) Page 7City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised F.-3. 26-2130 Discussion regarding beautification of North Gables. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) F.-4. 26-2168 Discussion regarding the ground-level businesses and ramp at the Mobility Hub. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) F.-5. 26-2169 Discussion regarding the ingress and egress to the overflow parking of the lots located at 430, 440, and 450 University Drive. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Anderson) F.-6. 26-2197 Discussion regarding travel expenses. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro) F.-7. 26-2107 Update regarding the investigation into alleged false testimony provided during the August 25, 2026 City Commission Meeting. (Sponsored by Commissioner Castro) G. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS None H. CITY MANAGER ITEMS Agenda Items A-4 and H-1 are related H.-1. 26-2194 A Resolution of the City Commission declaring principles of inclusion for all individuals with disabilities, and urging action by national, state, and local governments, businesses, and residential communities consistent with these principles. Agenda Items A-11 and H-2 are related H.-2. 26-2228 Art in Public Places "Intervals" and Art Week Update. I. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS None Page 8City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

October 13, 2026City Commission Agenda - Final Revised J. CITY CLERK ITEMS J.-1. 26-2201 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing members of the Canvassing Board for the General Biennial Election run-off election on December 1, 2026: the Honorable Carlos Gamez, Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit; the Honorable Carlos Guzman, Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit; the Honorable Cristina Rivera Correa (alternate), Circuit Court Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit; and City Clerk Billy Y. Urquia, for the purpose of canvassing absentee and provisional ballots and precinct returns, further authorizing said Board to certify the results of said run-off election. K. 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. 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 becomes 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 with a disability requiring communication assistance (such as a sign language interpreter or other auxiliary aid or service) in order to attend or participate in the meeting should contact the City's ADA Coordinator, Clifford R. Friedman, Director of Human Resources & Risk Management: E-mail: cfriedman@coralgables.com, Phone: 305-722-8686, TTY/TDD: 305-442-1600, at least three (3) business days before the meeting. 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, Clifford R. Friedman, Director of Human Resources & Risk Management : E-mail: cfriedman@coralgables.com, Phone: 305-722-8686. Page 9City of Coral Gables Printed on 10/08/2026 7:12 PM

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