Don't Forget to Vote
Mark your calendars and don't forget to head to the polls April 14, when Coral Gables voters will choose a Mayor and two City Commissioners. For more information, click here.
Mediterranean Village Meeting Update
The City Commission approved developer Agave Ponce, LLC proceeding to second reading for the Mediterranean Village development subject to a number of conditions that will make the project better scaled for the community. Before second reading, staff will work with the developer to revise the plans to reduce the retail component, reduce the size of the project, and reconfigure some of the traffic flow issues. To view the meeting click here.
Get a "Sneak Peek" of the Miracle Mile Streetscape Project
Join us for an
open house event, Friday, April 17th, 5:00 p.m. - 9 p.m., at 204 Miracle Mile
(presentation at 7:00 p.m.).
Cooper, Robertson & Partners along with City staff will be on hand to share preliminary Streetscape concepts, provide a short presentation -- and answer any questions you may have about the project. For more information contact Public Works: 305-460-5000.
Tree Succession Update
In June of 2014, the City Commission approved the funding for the Tree Succession Plan, which includes the planting of more than 3,000 trees and palms in residential areas throughout the City. The contractor selection recommendation was approved by the Commission on March 10th, 2015. The project is anticipated to start in April/May 2015 and will take approximately 10-12 months to complete the tree plantings. The contractor will be responsible for the watering and maintenance of the trees for one year after the trees are planted as well as removing the tree bracing and soil watering rings at the end of the one year maintenance period. For questions or more information email: Trees@coralgables.com.
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City Reserves Reach Nearly $37.5 Million
Consistent with best practices recommended by the Government Financial Officers Association (GFOA), the City has been working hard to increase emergency reserves to a level of 25% (to ensure a minimum of 3 months operating reserves). Earlier this month, Finance Director Diana Gomez advised the City Commission that the City has reached the 25% goal totaling $37.43 million. Click here for the financial report.
Coral Gables Police Officer Recruitment Turnout
More than 140 aspiring police officers woke up early on a Saturday morning, dressed in their best attire and headed to the Coral Gables Public Safety Facility to find out what it takes to become the best in blue. Read more.
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Celebrate Earth Day
Merrick House Event: Drop off everything from broken computers and old appliances to worn-out sneakers and old clothes at Coral Gables founder George Merrick's house, 907 Coral Way, during the Go-Green Gables Eco-Fair, Sunday, April 12th from 1 until 4 p.m. For more information, click here.
E-Recycling: On Wednesday, April 22nd, in Merrick Park across from City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, The City, in partnership with STS Electronic Recycling, will be providing onsite collection of electronic waste. Bring old computers and other electronics to have them recycled properly and safely. For more information, click here.
Casino Night Raises $90,00 For Non-Profit  Dental Clinic for Children
For many needy children, their first visit to the dentist takes place in the clubhouse of the Coral Gables Woman's Club. Since 1939, the club's May Van Sickle Children's Dental Clinic has offered everything from cleanings and x-rays to root canals and crowns, at no cost. This year's Annual Casino Night on March 7 raised $90,000 for the Dental Clinic. Learn more, click here.
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Fashionably Gables
Models strutted down three runways at the Coral Gables Museum during the City Beautiful's debut Fashion Week last month, an unprecedented three-day event, organized by the Business Improvement District, to celebrate and showcase the unique retail mix and stylish trends that Downtown Coral Gables has to offer. To view the video, click here.
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Get tech savvy by registering for a computer, iPhone or iPad workshop at the Adult Activity Center. Review the main features of the iPad or gain basic hands on experience using the integrated programs of Microsoft Office 2010. Classes are offered regularly, but click here to view the calendar for dates and start times.
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Start Kids Bright Veritage Miami- 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. April 16, Village of Merrick Park on San Lorenzo Ave. (Between Aurora & Laguna St.)
National Multiple Sclerosis Society- From 7 a.m to 2 p.m. April 18, Biltmore Way- Coral Way to Hernando Street. Rolling Road Block: North & South Greenway Drive & Segovia Street
FICPA 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk- 4 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. April 18, Douglas Road: some traffic, expect delays.
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