Vince C. Lago was elected Mayor of the City of Coral Gables in April 2021 in a decisive victory. Lago, 43 becomes one of the youngest persons to hold that office in the city’s history.
Prior to his election, he served as City Commissioner for eight years holding the post of Vice Mayor from 2019 to 2021.
Throughout the years, the Mayor has dedicated his time to South Florida civic and philanthropic causes where he has held leadership roles. A former member of the Coral Gables Planning and Zoning Board, he brings a reasonable and creative approach to land use while remaining committed to preserving Coral Gables’ unique character and history and places the interests of residents first. During his tenures, Mayor Lago has spearheaded numerous legislative initiatives and has led the City’s sustainability efforts.
Previously, he served on the Board of Directors of the Coral Gables Community Foundation where he worked to promote and enhance the quality of life for residents. He also assisted in raising funds to help the elderly, youth, and disabled population in the community.
A strong proponent of arts and culture, he has served on the board of Locust Projects for more than 10-years, a non-profit contemporary art organization that supports emerging and mid-career artists. He also served on the City of Miami’s Arts and Entertainment Council. Additionally, he is on the Board of Directors of the Coral Gables Museum.
He holds a bachelor’s in Construction Management from the School of Engineering at Florida International University (FIU) as well as a bachelor’s in Business Administration. Committed to advancing higher education, he serves on FIU’s President’s Council and has raised scholarship funds for his alma mater.
He began his community involvement at an early age when as a college student he was appointed to the board of La Liga Contra el Cancer, a local organization that provides no-cost cancer treatment to those in need.
An advocate of advancing the region’s planning and transportation needs and enhancing energy conservation, in 2017 he was appointed to represent Coral Gables on the board of the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization. Since 2019 he has served on the Junior League of Miami Community Advisory Board where he provides insight and expertise on important community advocacy projects.
He is an executive at a renowned management and design firm focused on commercial construction projects specializing in medical and educational facilities.
He resides in Coral Gables with his wife Olga Mari Saizarbitoria and daughters Mirentxu and Catalin.
Civic Affiliations
Mayor Lago's Listening Tour
Letters to Elected Officials
Mayor's Legislative History
Legislative History as of March 2021
Mayor's Lago's Memos and More: (Click on the links below to view)
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