Introduction
The City of Coral Gables is currently working with its consultant, 300 Engineering Group, LLC/Ardurra Group Inc., to develop a comprehensive citywide septic-to-sewer conversion program (S2S Program). The city is committed to protecting public health, improving water quality and ensuring sustainable infrastructure. This initiative assesses the feasibility, costs and benefits of transitioning from septic systems to a centralized sewer system.
Program Overview
The city's S2S Program is part of a broader effort by both Miami-Dade County and the State of Florida to modernize wastewater infrastructure and ensure compliance with evolving environmental regulations. The S2S Program aligns with the Miami-Dade County Connect 2 Protect initiative, which aims to transition properties from septic to sewer in order to reduce pollution, protect groundwater and improve resilience against sea level rise. Many existing septic systems were installed decades ago and are now failing due to age, soil conditions, rising groundwater levels and increased population density.
As a result of this planning effort, 19 new sewer basins have been proposed. These basins were ranked and prioritized based on key factors, including:
- Proximity to surface water
- Vulnerability of septic tanks to failure
- Flood risk
- Soil drainage
- Nutrient loading
Additionally, this program aims to evaluate the most efficient and cost-effective methods to transition to a centralized sewer system while considering environmental impacts, regulatory compliance and community needs. This initiative is a key step in improving water quality and protecting the environment.
Community Meeting Schedule
We value community input! Attend public meetings, participate in surveys and provide feedback on the proposed plan. The city will be hosting the following upcoming informational meetings for different areas and neighborhoods within the city:
| SEPTIC TO SEWER CONVERSION SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS | ||
| Date and Time | Location | Prospective Areas |
| Thursday, Feb. 27, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | Riviera 1 and Riviera 3 Basin Areas |
| Monday, March 17, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | Riviera 2 and Riviera 4 Basin Areas |
| Thursday, March 20, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | Country 1 Basin Area |
| Monday, April 7, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | Country 2 and PST G Basin Areas |
| Wednesday, April 9, at 6 p.m. | Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road | Pine Bay and Kings Bay Basin Areas |
| Monday, April 14, at 6 p.m. | Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road | Sunset 1 and Sunset 2 Basin Areas |
| Wednesday, April 16, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | City 6, City 7 and City 8 Basin Areas |
| Monday, April 21, at 6 p.m. | Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road | Hammock Lakes West and Hammock Lakes East Basin Areas |
| Wednesday, April 23, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | Granada Basin Area |
| Wednesday, April 30, at 6 p.m. | Police & Fire Headquarters Community Meeting Room, 2151 Salzedo St. | City 4 Basin Area |
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Stay Updated & Get Involved
We encourage residents to participate in our public survey to provide feedback on the program. Link coming soon!
For any questions, please email us at septictosewer@coralgables.com.