During yesterday’s commission meeting, the city paid tribute to departing City Attorney Miriam Soler Ramos and unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Attorney Cristina Suarez as the new City Attorney.
Suarez has been with the city for nearly seven years and has served as Deputy City Attorney and City Prosecutor since November 2017.
“We are honored and proud to have someone of Cristina's caliber and commitment lead our legal team,” said Mayor Vince Lago. "Her appointment ensures a seamless transition, and I am sure the office will continue to provide the highest level of representation for the city."
Ramos, an eight-year Coral Gables veteran was appointed City Attorney in 2017.
Under her leadership, the office became a fully certified office in City, County, and Local Government Law by the Florida Bar, a prestigious certification that designates special knowledge, skills, and proficiencies in local government law.
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The Coral Gables Farmers Market in front of City Hall at
405 Biltmore Way returns this Saturday, Jan. 14 and runs through March 25 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, prepared foods, local flowers and
plants.
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To create a successful business environment the Economic Development Department is looking to hear from businesses and Downtown-area employees regarding transportation.
Please take this brief survey to help the city better understand transportation needs in the central business district.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.
Holiday hours
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In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all city
administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16.
Garbage, trash, and recycling will operate on a normal
schedule.
Community Recreation facilities will operate as follows:
- War Memorial Youth Center: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Adult Activity Center: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Salvadore Tennis Center and William H. Kerdyk Biltmore Tennis Center: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Granada Golf Course: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Coral Gables Golf & Country Club Athletic Club: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- LeParc Cafe: Closed
- Venetian Pool remains closed through February 2023.
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Outdoor maintenance reminder |
As per city code, outdoor maintenance equipment use, including leaf blowers, is allowed Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The use of outdoor maintenance equipment by a commercial entity is prohibited on Sundays and holidays.
The official city holidays for 2023 are:
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Presidents' Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veteran's Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
- Day after Christmas
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Last call, Christmas tree recycling |
If you have not done so already, there is still time to recycle your natural Christmas tree. Monday, Jan. 16 is the final collection date for this year.
Residents living in the area from:
- Bird Road to Sunset - Thursday, Jan. 12.
- Sunset to south city limits - Friday, Jan. 13.
- Coral Way to north city limits - Monday, Jan. 16.
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"Raiders of the Lost Ark" |
Commissioner Kirk Menendez invites residents to a screening of Hollywood's classic Indiana Jones "Raiders of the Lost Ark" at the Actor's Playhouse, 280 Miracle Mile this Sunday, Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis through online registration.
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A fine weekend for fine art |
The Beaux Arts Festival of Art, Miami’s longest-running juried art festival, returns on Saturday, Jan. 14 and Sunday, Jan. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to the beautiful University of Miami campus.
The festival features more than 150 fine art exhibitors, a children’s art tent, marketplace, beer garden, food, and live entertainment. This free outdoor community event is ideal for all art enthusiasts, offering artwork in a variety of media and price ranges.
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Join Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on Saturday, Jan. 21 and Sunday, Jan. 22 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. for a tasty event full of chocolate confections, decadent desserts and savory bites. Bring family and friends to indulge in games, chocolate pairings with wine, spirits and more. |
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Parks and Recreation Youth Advisory Board: Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Coral Gables Retirement Board: Thursday, Jan. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Board of Architects: Thursday, Jan. 12 at 9:00 a.m.
Landscape Beautification Advisory Board: Thursday, Jan. 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Mayor's Citizens Advisory Council: Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 8:45 a.m.
Cultural Development Board: Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 9:00 a.m.
Transportation Advisory Board: Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Code Enforcement Board: Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 8:30 a.m.
Coral Gables Advisory Board
on Disability Affairs: Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 10:00 a.m.
Historic Preservation Board: Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 4:00 p.m.
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City of Coral Gables
2151 Salzedo Street
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Tel: 305-446-6800
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