Special Assessment Hearing

The City of Coral Gables held a Special Assessment Hearing on September 15, 2026, focusing primarily on approving various assessment resolutions for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of updated assessment roles and rates for multiple improvement projects such as the Miracle Mile and Geralda Avenue improvement projects, with funds designated to pay down associated project debts. The commission also reimposed fire protection and solid waste service assessments, with detailed discussion on the solid waste subsidy amounting to approximately $9.5 million, highlighting the city's significant financial support to residents for waste collection services. Additionally, the meeting covered multiple security services assessments within various special taxing districts, with some districts seeing proposed increases in assessment rates. The commission voted to approve all resolutions, with no public opposition noted. These actions collectively set the financial framework for ongoing capital improvements, service provisions, and security services in the city for the upcoming fiscal year.