City of Hollywood COVID-19 Update

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

The City continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking the necessary precautions for the safety and well-being of our community. We are working closely with local and state officials and remain vigilant in following the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Florida Department of Health guidelines.

Reminder

All Hollywood Parks &
Golf Courses are Closed
for Recreational Activities

Important Information on Vacation Rentals

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 20-87 mandating that all parties engaged in the rental of vacation rental properties suspend these operations. All vacation rentals are prohibited from making new reservations or bookings and must not accept any new guests for check-in for the duration of the order.

If you believe any licensee is operating contrary to the Governor’s Executive Order 20-71 or Executive Order 20-87, please report the information to Department of Business and Professional Regulation using this form.

Take the Census Today

10 minutes is all it takes!

National Self-Response Rate: 45.7%
Florida's Self-Response Rate: 44.2%
Hollywood's Self-Response Rate: 40.2%

While we all continue to do our part to help stop the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home, all are encouraged to participate in the United States Census. Visit www.my2020census.gov and click the start questionnaire button. If you don’t have your 12 digit Census ID number, you can still participate by entering your address. Completing the entire Census takes only about ten minutes.

It is important that you participate, as the amount of federal funding the City, County and State gets for infrastructure improvements, schools, hospitals and disaster recovery is tied to the community's census data. An accurate count of all Hollywood residents will help to ensure we receive our fair share of funding over the next 10 years. Help Hollywood beat the state and national self- response rate average by completing your questionnaire today.

If you are unable to respond online at www.my2020census.gov, or find that you need assistance with completing the questionnaire, please call the Census Customer Service toll-free number at 1-844-330-2020.

A Message from

City of Hollywood Officials

Please take a moment to read messages from Hollywood City Manager, Dr. Wazir Ishmael, Police Chief Chris O'Brien, and Fire Chief Rudy Jurado.

Safer at Home Emergency Order in Effect in the City of Hollywood

The City of Hollywood is currently under a Shelter-in-Place: Safer at Home Policy for residents. All individuals are ordered to remain home other than to engage or patronize essential businesses or conduct essential activities. This order doesn’t mean you are required to stay inside, but it does mean your travel is limited to and from essential businesses and services.

All are encouraged to read this order to familiarize yourself with what this means for you and your family. It's vitally important that all in Hollywood follow this order.

PLEASE NOTE: Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-91 for the entire state of Florida to remain "Safer at Home" through April 30, 2020. The order is in effect now. View all Emergency Orders and Cancellations.

Emergency Orders, Closures and Cancellations
Currently in Effect

Community Redevelopment Agency and Regular City Commission Meetings Scheduled for Wednesday, April 22nd.

The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Regular City Commission Meetings will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. respectively. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and pursuant to "Safer at Home" Emergency Orders, anyone interested in viewing the meetings may watch the live broadcast on the City's Government Access Channel, Comcast 78, ATT U-Verse Channel 99, or via the live webstream on the City's website. Meeting agendas and information for public participation will be posted to the City's website prior to the meetings.

Food Assistance for Hollywood Residents

Several organizations are providing food assistance for Hollywood residents. Visit the City's website for participating organizations.

Economic Impact Payments Update

Distribution of economic impact payments from the IRS to help Americans through the COVID-19 crisis will begin in the next three weeks. Visit the IRS page to learn who qualifies & how it works.