e-News for September 2, 2020: Salvadore Park expansion, TrashDash2020, next Town Hall Meeting, and more

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September 2, 2020

From City Hall

TrashDash 2020

One Day. One Action. One Movement.

Keep Coral Gables Beautiful invites you to participate in Keep America Beautiful, Second Annual TrashDash plogging fun run even on Sept. 20. This virtual plog provides an opportunity for individuals to participate in a fun and competitive activity and submit their results on social media. Individuals are encouraged to plog at a location in their community, such as their neighborhood, nearby park, beach, or trail. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event brings a heightened awareness to the critical issue of littered personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks and gloves on the ground and in waterways. Participants are asked to track results on Instagram by tagging @KeepAmericaBeautiful and including hashtags #KeepCoralGablesBeautiful #TrashDash and #DoBeautifulThings.

Complete the Census Today

The City of Coral Gables needs your help! The City’s response rate for the 2020 Census is currently 67 percent with less than a month left to complete the Census, time is running out to reach a 100 percent response rate. Avoid a Census Taker knocking on your door. Go online at www.my2020census.gov to complete the Census or fill out the nine-question form mailed to your home. It’s quick and simple. The deadline is Sept. 30.

Enjoy dining in the Gables, indoor dining is now open

As of Monday, Aug. 31 Coral Gables restaurants have reopened indoor dining rooms with limitations. It's important to remember that restaurants are only allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity and tables must be spaced at least 6-feet apart. Keep in mind there are other social distancing measures when dining indoors, which need to be followed:

Women’s Suffrage Day

On Aug. 26, the City of Coral Gables celebrated the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Equality Day and lit City Hall in purple, gold, and white. On this date the 19th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution granting women the right to vote was ratified. The City was proud to recognize this important milestone in our nation’s history and salute the many women who have made and continue to make a difference in society.

You’re invited to the Salvadore Park playground expansion Virtual Community Meeting

We welcome your input on the conceptual design for the City’s first inclusive adventure playground at a Virtual Community Meeting, where we will present the design for the expansion of Salvadore Park, 1120 Andalusia Avenue. Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom Webinar. The proposed park design will be available for review and community input through Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020.

Saluting one of our City’s finest

Congratulations to Jorge Acevedo on his recent selection as Government Engineer of the Year by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Miami-Dade Branch. Acevedo, a Registered Professional Engineer is certified as a LEED Green Associate and is the City’s Utilities Chief. At the City, his work has been critical to mitigate infiltration and inflow to reduce environmental risks. His proven track record of projects with a sustainable, community-oriented approach are not only important but have helped improve our wastewater infrastructure and the risk of flooding. We salute you for a job well done.

Saving Lives using Telemedicine

The City of Coral Gables is always looking for ways to better serve its residents. Since the beginning of this year, the Fire Department, adopted the use of Telemedicine as a way to help treat critically ill patients while being transported. Learn more about this Coral Gables exclusive program.