The Battle for Coral Gables: Protecting Your Voice in Elections

In April 2023, the residents of Coral Gables voted me into office to represent them and the best interests of the City. After serving five short mo...

September 11, 2023
9:56 PM

In April 2023, the residents of Coral Gables voted me into office to represent them and the best interests of the City. After serving five short months, I can say that their concerns about the trajectory of the City Beautiful are valid. In addition to the various issues that put into the question the integrity of our leadership, there are items being proposed which solely seek to disenfranchise residents. Most recently, it is the proposal to change the timing of Coral Gables elections. The truth is, what is being disguised as an opportunity for greater participation is actually a strategy to silence those who do not have the backing of the large and loud political machines that suck the oxygen out the room during November election cycles.

Melissa Castro Commissioner