The City of Coral Gables official e newsletter created on October 1, 2008 highlights the necessity of residents to take a proactive position in securing their homes,property, and even their selves from crime. The current issue also explains the new ordinance that was passed prohibiting the parking of certain vehicles on the swale areas of Coral Gables streets. The excerpts below are taken directly from the official Coral Gables e-newsletter:
Keep Your Garage Doors Closed
The Coral Gables Police Department is working with neighboring law enforcement agencies to solve a home invasion robbery which occurred in Coral Gables. This case is similar to others that have occurred in the neighboring jurisdictions. The suspect enters the home through an open garage door, and confronts the homeowner with a gun demanding property. The victim’s vehicle is taken by the suspect. All investigative leads in this case are currently being pursued at this time. If you are home during the day, the Coral Gables Police Department recommends that you keep your garage door closed and remember to lock all of your doors. Residents are asked to contact the Coral Gables Police Department immediately if any suspicious vehicles or persons are observed in their neighborhood. The Coral Gables Police Department main line for non-emergencies is 305-442-1600.
No Parking Of Dilapidated Vehicles On City Swales
In order to maintain the City’s swale areas in an orderly and aesthetic fashion, the City of Coral Gables approved an amendment to the Zoning Code related to vehicles which are decayed, deteriorated or have fallen into partial ruin through neglect or misuse. A recent increase in the number of junk and dilapidated vehicles that are parked in swale areas, some displaying “for sale signs,” prompted the amendment of the code to prevent the deterioration of neighborhoods. The new provision provides a definition for dilapidated vehicle and junk motor vehicle which have property damage in excess of $500, stripped vehicles which have parts that have been removed and dilapidated vehicles which have fallen into partial ruin. These vehicles are prohibited from parking on City swales. To report a violation of the Zoning Code, contact Code Enforcement at 305-460-5226.
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