From City Hall
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Same Millage Rate Proposed at City Budget Workshop
At the July 27 Budget Workshop, the City Commission gave preliminary approval for a tentative tax rate of 5.559 mills, which is unchanged from the current fiscal year. The $183 million budget estimate includes $76 million in property tax revenue based on taxable values of $14.4 billion, an increase in values over the current fiscal year of 5.09 percent. Also included is $18 million in new or additional funding for investment in capital infrastructure. These dollars will be used to fund repairs and improvements for public safety, parking and parks facilities, as well as improvements to the City's roadway, transportation and utility systems. Moreover, this year's capital improvement plan will continue the City's commitment to replace essential equipment and motor vehicles. Based on a median homesteaded assessed value of $411,425, Coral Gables taxpayers will only see an increase this year of approximately $64 in property taxes from last year. Read more...
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City's Annexation Initiative for Little Gables & High Pines Moves Forward
The City Commission agreed recently to move forward with the annexation process to incorporate the Little Gables and High Pines neighborhoods into Coral Gables. On July 26, the City Commission heard a presentation addressing the feasibility of annexing both neighborhoods which are surrounded on three sides by properties already in Coral Gables. Little Gables is 205 acres in size and located south of S.W. 8th Street between Graceland Memorial Park and S.W. 40th Street. It has an estimated population of 3,000. High Pines includes the Ponce-Davis neighborhood and comprises 675 acres, situated primarily southeast of the intersection of Sunset Drive and Red Road. The population in High Pines is approximately 3,400. The next step in the process is to discuss the annexation proposal with neighborhood residents and gauge community support primarily through local meetings in the annexation areas. Read more...
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CGTV Wins Seven Telly Awards
Congratulations to Coral Gables Television, recipient of seven Telly Awards for outstanding local cable television programs. The 37th Annual Telly Awards has named Coral Gables Television as a Silver winner for the "Coral Gables Acquires George Fink's Studio" production, and as Bronze winners for "Embracing Autism: A Coral Gables Story" for documentary and social responsibility productions; "The Big Toy Extravaganza"; "Tour of the Kitchen's Fundraiser"; "Mayor for a Day"; and "Police Chief Surprises Local Birthday Boy" productions. More than 13,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries were received this year. Read more... |
 Mandatory Cultural Grants Workshop to Be Held August 31 Cultural organizations seeking cultural grants from the City of Coral Gables are requested to attend a mandatory workshop scheduled for Wednesday, August 31, 5 p.m. at the War Memorial Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive. The workshop will explain the on-line cultural grant process, required documents, evaluation criteria, and agreement terms. In fiscal year 2016-2017, the City of Coral Gables will offer three categories of grants: Coral Gables Based Cultural Organization Grants; Cultural Series, Festivals, and Special Events Grants; and Community Grants. Available grants vary from $5,000 up to $15,000 for qualified organizations. Cultural Grant applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, October 7, 2016. For more information, contact ccathers@coralgables.com or 305-460-5094. |
 Candidate Forum for M-DCPS School Board District 6 Seat
The Coral Gables School and Community Relations Committee invites you to a
Candidate Forum for the M-DCPS School Board District 6 Seat. Get to know the candidates and ask the questions that matter to you. The forum takes place on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, 6 p.m., at the War Memorial Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive. To RSVP, contact 305-460-5248 or nlevi@coralgables.com.
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Drain & Cover: Keeping Zika Out of Coral Gables
The City of Coral Gables is stepping up efforts to educate the public and protect its employees from the spread of the Zika virus. City staff began distributing this week informational door hangers to all residences as part of the scheduled recycling pick up service. Citizens are being alerted to "Drain and Cover": Drain once a week all containers that hold water to prevent mosquitoes from breeding, and cover your skin with clothing and repellent with DEET. Code Enforcement staff is patrolling standing water and stagnant pools to prevent pockets of mosquito breeding. Informational Zika prevention posters and flyers are on display and available in all public buildings. If you have bromeliads in your garden, know that they are a favored mosquito breeding spot. To prevent mosquito larvae in your bromeliads, flush the plants weekly, coat them with oil or treat them with a safe larvicide. Report to Public Works any areas of standing water on public property or right-of-ways by calling 305-460-5000. For any issues about pools and ponds on private property, call Code Enforcement at 305-441-5777. For after hours or weekends, contact the Police non-emergency number at 305-442-1600 or via email at pwdepartment@coralgables.com. Read more...
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Small Business Summer Days
The City of Coral Gables, the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and the Business Improvement District of Coral Gables have banded together to create Small Business Summer Days. This exciting retail-focused initiative encourages people to visit, shop and enjoy the world-class stores that are unique to the Gables. Enjoy great discounts and special promotions available now until Sunday, August 21, 2016. Read more... |
K9 Roy to Receive Ballistic Vest Protection
The Coral Gables Police Department's K9 Roy, a 5 year-old Belgian Malinois certified in patrol/apprehension and narcotics detection, will soon wear extra protection, thanks to a recent donation. K9 Roy is set to receive a bullet and stab proof vest donated by the nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., and Wayne Stathers of Key Largo, Florida. Wayne is the son of fallen Coral Gables Police Officer Walter F. Stathers who was killed in the line of duty on December 19, 1967. The vest will be embroidered with the sentiment "To honor the memory of Walter F. Stathers EOW 12/19/67." Read more... |
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Representatives from Community Foundation receiving proclamation from City leaders.
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CG Community Foundation Celebrates 25 Years
The Coral Gables Community Foundation celebrated its 25th anniversary with a special recognition given by the City Commission. A "Coral Gables Community Foundation Day" was proclaimed on July 26. Founded in 1991, the Foundation has proudly assisted local families and businesses achieve their philanthropic goals. Throughout its history, the Coral Gables Community Foundation and its charitable funds have contributed more than $5 million back to the community. Over the past three years alone, the Coral Gables Community Foundation has awarded more than $100,000 through its four-year Scholarship Program. Read more...
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Beautiful Coral Gables
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This drawing of the Venetian Pool is the work of local artist Jimmy Socash. Do you have a favorite image or photo of Coral Gables to share? Send us your pictures and we'll include them in our next issue of e-News.
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Dress Shirt & Tie Drive
Thursday, August 11, 2016
6-8 p.m.
2 Aragon Avenue
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How Science Contributes to Historic Preservation
Tuesday, August 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave.
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Miracle Mile & Giralda Ave Streetscape Update
To view weekly updates on the construction work, traffic impact and other relevant information, click here.
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Traffic:
FDOT began this week a construction project along US1 from Santona Street to Granada Boulevard and at the intersection of Grand Avenue. This project will take four months to complete. There will be periodic lane closures.
FDOT is working on roadway construction of State Road 90/S.W. 8 Street from SW 39 Avenue to east of NW 34 Avenue and at the intersection of LeJeune Road. The project commenced in May and will take about five months to complete. Lane closures will occur only during non-peak hours on nights and weekends. Allow extra time to reach your destination. Obey all posted signs and speed limits.
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