City of Hollywood COVID-19 Update

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

As the City moves forward with the reopening of parks, recreational areas and businesses in Hollywood, we must all continue to take the necessary precautions to protect our safety and well-being. Please remain vigilant in following the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Florida Department of Health guidelines. Compliance with these recommendations is critical as we transition from safer at home orders to reopening businesses.

Select Parks & Recreation Facilities Open

Additional Select City Parks and Recreational Facilities Reopening Tomorrow, May 27

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. City-operated parks and recreational facilities will remain open contingent upon visitors' compliance with these recommended guidelines.

Additional Parks Opening Wednesday, May 27

Bicentennial Park - 7300 Farragut Street
Kiwanis Park - 3400 Johnson Street
Lincoln Park - 2340 Lincoln Street
Mara B. Giulianti Park - 4151 N Hills Drive
Montella Park - 1231 N 69th Way
Oakwood Hills Park - 2701 N 26th Avenue
Sal Oliveri Veterans Park - 4701 Tyler Street
Stan Goldman Memorial Park - 800 Knights Road

For a list of all open parks, click here

Basketball Courts
Outdoor basketball courts open (beginning Wednesday, May 27th) for individual skill development only. No more than two persons per 1/2 court. No multiplayer games. Physical distancing is required off court. No groups of more than 10, includes those on court and waiting for a court

Bicentennial Park - 7300 Farragut Street
David Park Community Center - 108 N. 33rd Court
Emerald Hills Lake - 3901 N 30th Terrace
Jefferson Park - 1501 Jefferson Street
Mara B. Giulianti Park - 4151 N Hills Drive
Kay Gaither Community Center - 6291 Funston Drive
Washington Park Community Center - 5199 Pembroke Rd
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Community Center - 2400 Charleston St

Paddleball Courts
Paddleball courts will allow for singles play only beginning on Wednesday, May 27th. Only two people per court allowed. No multiplayer games. Physical distancing is required off court. No groups of more than 10, includes those on court and waiting for a court.

Charnow Park - 300 Connecticut Street
Jefferson Park - 1501 Jefferson Street
Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center - 2400 Charleston Street

Golf Courses

The Driving Range at Orangebrook will reopen on Wednesday, May 27th with limited capacity and physical distancing rules in place.

Hollywood Dog Beach
Hollywood Dog Beach is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. as of May 27th. All users must have daily or six month pass. Patrons must follow physical distancing when in park. Facial coverings are recommended. Please bring your own water as water fountains are closed. Permits can be purchased at Dog Beach only during operations hours at this time. Credit cards only. Hollywood Dog Beach is located between Pershing and Custer Streets on Hollywood Beach.

Driftwood Community Pool
The Driftwood Community Pool, located at 3000 N 69th Avenue, is opening on Wednesday, May 27th for lap swimming and limited private swim lessons.

Only courses where instructor can teach outside of the water or maintain 6 ft. physical distance.
Participants only inside facility.
Professional courses CPR, AED, Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor.
NO OPEN SWIM at this time.
Physical distancing required at all times.
Facial coverings must be worn outside of water.
Temperature check for employees and patrons required before entry into facility.

For the current list of offerings contact the pool at 954.967.4644

Pavilion Rentals
Beginning Wednesday, May 27th, pavilion rentals will be available. Rentals are for only parties less than 10. Pavilions must be rented in advance, no walk up rentals allowed. Visitors must adhere to physical distancing and must wear facial cover when within 6 feet of another person. Venues will be limited to 1 rental per day. Only pavilions listed below are available for rental. Rental times are 4 hours maximum. All other pavilions remain closed at this time. Please call 954.921-3404 to reserve a pavilion.

Holland Park - 801 Johnson St
John Williams Park - 6101 Sheridan Street
Sal Oliveri Veterans Park - 4701 Tyler Street

Click here to view the complete 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.

Beaches in Broward County Reopen Today

All beaches in Broward County are permitted to open as of 12:01 a.m. today, Tuesday, May 26th per Broward County Emergency Order 20-13. All persons utilizing the beaches in Broward must comply with the requirements listed in the guidelines below. Failure to comply with the requirements may result in penalties (civil or criminal) for violators and require beaches in Broward County be re-closed.

BEACHES IN BROWARD COUNTY LIMITED REOPENING GUIDELINES
All beaches in Broward County may reopen for limited ocean activities (such as surfing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, body surfing) as well as limited active recreation and exercise (such as walking, running, biking). Attachment 1: Beaches in Broward County Limited Reopening GuidelinesPDF

Beach Restrictions Per Broward County EO 20-13:

Beach hours shall be limited to between sunrise and sunset.
No picnicking, sunbathing, sitting, or lying on the beach.
No umbrellas, canopies, chairs, loungers, or coolers allowed.
No group or organized sports including, but not limited to, volleyball, soccer, or football.
No group gathering or events of more than ten (10) individuals.
Individuals must maintain a minimum six feet of physical distance from others at all times, except between members of the same household or group.
Municipalities shall have the ability to enact more stringent requirements than set forth herein, and, as with all other aspects of this Emergency Order, municipalities are authorized to enforce the requirements of this Emergency Order.

Backing Business: Temporary Cafe Zones to Expand Outdoor Dining

Hollywood’s New Expanded Outdoor Dining Zones

Every Thursday at 2:00 p.m. to Monday at 5:00 a.m. now through June 22nd.

For more information on the program, online registration and detailed Program Guide, please visit the City’s website.

Virtual Participation Annual Advisory Board Appointments

Important Information Regarding Special Commission Meeting – Annual Advisory Board Appointments

The City of Hollywood will be conducting a virtual Special City Commission Meeting for the Annual Advisory Board Appointments tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. using Communications Media technology (“CMT”). Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order No. 20-69 pertaining to conducting local government meetings while under the public health emergency related to the Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

In accordance with this order and due to a prohibition of public access to Hollywood City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd, Room 221, because of the risk to public health, the City is offering a number of options for board/committee appointees and members of the public to view and participate in the meeting.
View the Meeting Agenda:

• The Agenda is posted on the City’s website
Watch the Meeting:

City’s website
Comcast Channel 78
ATT U-Verse Channel 99

Option for the General Public to Participate:
Any member of the public wishing to comment may do so via the City’s website

Comments are limited to 400 words and/or 3 minute spoken maximum.
Comments must be received by 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
Staff will read the comments into the record during the meeting. All comments received during the submission period will become part of the public record.

For additional information regarding the Special City Commission Meeting, please contact Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk, at 954-921-3211 or via email: pcerny@hollywoodfl.org.

Online Surplus Auction Underway Now - Auction Closes Tuesday, June 2nd at 7pm

The City contracts with a company called "Bidera" to handle public auctions of surplus items. As part of their contract they inspect each item, write up a description, take detailed photographs and then host the auction. Hollywood is just one of many local municipalities to use the Bidera online auction site to sell surplus items with the goal of realizing the best possible price to the benefit of taxpayers.

Police cars, panel trucks, vans, pick-up trucks, cars and other miscellaneous vehicles are up for auction right now - 70 vehicles in total are in this auction lot.

The auction closes on Tuesday, June 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Anyone interested can visit the auction site and submit a bid here

ENTER AUCTION WEBSITE

Annual Water Line Flushing

Program Happening Now

The City's Department of Public Utilities' Annual Free Chlorine Line Flushing Program is underway. 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.
Click here for additional information about this process

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.

Take the Census Today

There’s Strength in Numbers…Make Hollywood Strong! Take 10 minutes to fill out your Census questionnaire at www.my2020census.go v.

Food Assistance for Hollywood Residents

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

Visit these resources on the City's website that are updated daily with new information.

Social Assistance Resources available to assist those in need.

Assistance available for Hollywood Business Community

Customers encouraged to use the many online services available.