A Message from Commissioner Castro on the Budget Hearing for September 26, 2023
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time for a candid conversation about the state of affairs in Coral Gables, our beloved community. What I’m about to share is more than just facts. This is an “un-masking”. And it’s a passionate plea to…
Food Design Night
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast in collaboration with the City of Coral Gables is pleased to invite Coral Gables residents to participate in the fourth edition of “Food Design Night.” RSVP online. Food Design Night is a one-of-a-kind event taking place in the…
City Wins First Place in Digital Government Award
The Center for Digital Government (CDG) announced the winners of the seventh annual Government Experience Awards. The awards recognize the achievements of states, cities and counties that have raised the bar on the experience of government services to create a…
Agenda Digest: City Commission (09/26/2023)
On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the Coral Gables City Commission will hold its next City Commission meeting. Here is a rundown of the agenda for this upcoming meeting. Click here to see the full agenda. Non-credited quotes in this article…
Parks Pollinator Palooza
When: September 23, 2023 Where: War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33134 Participate in a family friendly event while giving back to nature. September is all about pollinators as we learn more about butterflies, build birdhouses…
Annexation Debates Stir Coral Gables as Three Neighborhoods Await Their Fate
In a determined effort to extend the boundaries of its city limits, Coral Gables stands on the brink of reigniting longstanding debates that center around the prospective annexation of three distinct neighborhoods: High Pines, Ponce Davis, and the perpetually contested…
The Placemaker-Poet: Coral Gables Museum
“The Placemaker Poet” is a “dramatic curation” exploring the life and legacy of Coral Gables’ visionary developer, George E. Merrick. About this event Inspired by the acclaimed biography “George E. Merrick: Son of the Southwind” by Arva Moore Parks What…
Commission Compensation Sparks Heated Debate in Coral Gables Budget Hearing
Javier Baños Baños is the Editor of Gables Insider As the Coral Gables Budget Hearing unfolded on September 13, 2023, one issue emerged as the lightning rod for controversy – commission compensation. The proposed ordinance, unveiled to the public, ignited…
Contentious Meeting Reshapes Dynamics at Coral Gables City Commission Chamber
In a striking display of political tension, Wednesday’s City Commission meeting showcased a notable departure from the norm, hinting at a significant shift in the city’s political landscape. The agenda was relatively concise, yet brimming with issues that could shape…
The Battle for Coral Gables: Protecting Your Voice in Elections
Melissa Castro is a City of Coral Gables commissioner and a Specialist in Behavior Analysis and Industrial Organizational Psychology. This Opinion Item from Commissioner Castro has been previously published in the Miami Herald and Community News Papers. In April 2023,…
