Additional City Parks, Recreational Facilities and the Hollywood Broadwalk Set to Reopen tomorrow, May 13th

In the continuing effort to protect the safety and well-being of our community, those visiting parks and recreational facilities must follow the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Florida Department of Health, including wearing facial covering and social distancing. Detailed information on those restrictions can be found here. City-operated parks and recreational facilities will remain open contingent upon visitors' compliance with these recommended guidelines. 

Parks Open for Passive Activities

The following parks will reopen for passive use only. Passive use includes walking, biking, running and individual enjoyment of the natural surroundings. No groups larger than 10 people, no court play, playground, or active organized team sports allowed. Social distancing of at least 6 feet between individuals must be observed. Facial coverings must be worn when at least 6 feet between individuals cannot be maintained. No access to restrooms or water fountains. Park hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Community Garden

The Community Garden at Oak Lake requires anyone working in the garden to wear a mask. 

ArtsPark Studio

No tours, lessons or private engagements at this time.

Hollywood Broadwalk 

• 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. for exercising only including walking, jogging and bike riding
• No rollerblading, skating or skateboarding
• No loitering
• Social distancing of at least 6 feet between individuals
• No groups larger than 10 people
• Facial coverings must be worn when at least 6 feet between individuals cannot be maintained
• Beach remains closed

Skate Parks

• Hollywood West – 6770 Garfield Street (Open 2 p.m to 8 p.m.)
• Stan Goldman – 800 Knights Road

Facial coverings must be worn when at least 6 feet between individuals cannot be maintained. One person per element and no more than 10 people in the skate park at a time.

Dog Parks

City-maintained dog parks will be open for individual use. Physical distancing and facial coverings for pet owners required inside the dog park. No more than 3 humans and 6 dogs allowed in facility at any time. No groups or walkers allowed. Pet owners must have their own hand sanitizer on and with them while inside the park. Owners should bring water with them as the facility water fountains WILL NOT be operational. (CDC and National Park and Recreation Association have no recommendations at this time. Some human to animal cross contamination cases have been observed.)
 

• Emerald Hills - 3013 North 39 Street
• John Williams Park - 6101 Sheridan Street
• Oakridge Park - 5300 S.W. 35 Avenue
• Poinciana Park - 1301 South 21 Avenue
• Hollywoof Dog Park at Stan Goldman Park – 800 Knights Road

Tennis Courts

Open 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Singles play only. Only two players per court inside court area at a time. All must adhere to the 6 foot social distancing rule.

• Driftwood Community Center - 3000 N. 69 Avenue

• Jefferson Park - 1501 Jefferson Street

 
Limited Restroom Facilities Available

These facilities will be cleaned and sanitized twice daily, seven days a week per CDC guidelines. Please, only one customer at a time inside the restroom facility.

• Charnow Park - Hollywood Broadwalk at Garfield Street

• Harry Berry Park - 301 Azalea Terrace

• Holland Park - 801 Johnson Street

• Johnson Street on Hollywood Beach

• Keating Park - 2500 S Ocean Drive & Magnolia Terrace 

• Sailors Point - 921 N Northlake Drive               

• Stan Goldman Park – 800 Knights Road

• Zinkil Park - 5451 Washington Street

Click here to view the list of parks and recreational facilities that are now open.

Information on closures and cancellations in the City of Hollywood is updated daily on the Emergency Orders and Cancellations  page at www.hollywoodfl.org under City News.

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Master Plan Survey Headed to Mailboxes

Hollywood residents are being asked to take an active role in helping to shape the future of parks and recreation in our City by completing a Parks Master Plan Survey. As you may know, the City has initiated a community-based planning process to update our Parks Recreation and Cultural Arts Master Plan. The results of which will be included in our Comprehensive Plan.

Residents have been selected at random to receive a statistically valid survey through the mail. Surveys will be hitting mailboxes in the coming days. Because the survey is sent to a limited number of residents, their participation is critical for the continued success of our community.

If you receive one of the surveys, you are asked to fill it out in its entirety and return it in the postage-paid envelope as soon as possible. ETC Institute is the company distributing and analyzing the survey data as part of the team working under David Barth and Associates. Once the data is compiled and analyzed, ETC staff will present their findings to the City.

All who receive the survey by mail are encouraged to take the time to complete the survey. It's a great opportunity to share thoughts about the future of our parks, facilities and programs.

For those who did not receive a survey by mail, you will also have a chance to participate via an online survey in the coming weeks.

Annual Water Line Flushing
Program Happening Now

The City's Department of Public Utilities' Annual Free Chlorine Line Flushing Program began on May 10th. The free chlorine portion of this program will end June 15th. If necessary, flushing may continue across the City through June 30th to achieve optimal system maintenance.

This annual flushing helps rid the water distribution pipelines of any accumulated sediments. The hydrant flushing may temporarily cause cloudy or discolored water, which should clear in a few hours. Residents may also notice a change in the taste of their water during this time as well.The cloudiness is due to sediment in the pipelines and is not harmful or hazardous. You can speed the clearing by opening your faucets and taps and letting them run until your water runs clear.

Typically, flushing will take place in the evening hours between 9:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. when the demand for water is low.

Owners and managers of businesses with fish and shellfish holding tanks and users of kidney dialysis machines are advised that regular methods for testing and removing free chlorine will not be effective during the remainder of the flushing period. It will be necessary to test and adjust for chloramines after June 15th.

For more information on the discontinuance of Free Chlorination or additional questions, please call the City of Hollywood Water Treatment Plant at 954.967.4230. Ask for Carlos Aguilera, Public Utilities Manager, or Luis Montoya, Water Treatment Plant Superintendent.

Virtual Inspections

The City of Hollywood Building Department is offering Virtual Inspections for all inspections required during permitting. Visit the Hollywood website for more information or to schedule your Virtual Inspection.