Temporary Beach Closure
with Restricted Use of the Broadwalk July 3 - 5

The City of Hollywood has joined with Broward County and other coastal communities to temporarily close the sandy beach from 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 3rd until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 5.

During this time, businesses along the Broadwalk will remain open with existing restrictions related to facial coverings, capacity limitation, etc. The Broadwalk may only be used to access these business establishments. All recreational uses of the Broadwalk shall be prohibited during this period. In addition, the walking/bicycling area north of North Beach park from Freedom Street to Perry Street will also be closed to recreational use.

Click here to read this Order and other Emergency Orders in effect in Hollywood

Utility Billing Payment System  Temporarily Unavailable Through July 1 at 1 a.m. 

The Utility Billing Payment System will be shut down for routine maintenance on Tuesday, June 30th at 4 p.m. The system will be down until Wednesday, July 1^st at 1:00 a.m.

During this period, payments will not be accepted via the web or by phone, but you will still have access to view your utility account online. Utility Billing apologizes for the inconvenience this may cause customers. Click here for more information or options for paying your utility bill. 

Parks, Recreation and
Cultural Arts Master Plan

Input Opportunity Today at 6pm

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts (PRCA) is offering additional opportunities for you to share your thoughts regarding the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Master Plan. This plan will shape the direction and priorities of the department for the next 3-5 years.

There is one remaining Input Opportunity this afternoon at 6 p.m. The session will be moderated by PRCA Director Cory Styron and will take place virtually via the Webex Application.

If you are unable to join the moderated session, you may view the presentation at www.playhollywoodfl.com. While there, you may review the presentation and click on the link to participate in one of the online surveys - there is a specific survey for adults and one geared towards youth.

Join the 6 p.m. session:
URL: https://hollywoodfl-events.webex.com/hollywoodfl-events/onstage/g.php?MTID=ead0f2bdf48b1387e92772fa068e8d1de
Meeting Event Number: 132 486 5658
Meeting Password: PMPLAN

Additional questions and information regarding the PRCA Master Plan or the process that began in February, please reach out to Cory Styron at 954.921.3404 or via email at cstyron@hollywoodfl.org

Surplus Auction Closes Today

Auction Closes at 7 p.m.

A Surplus Auction featuring vans, trucks, cars and other City vehicles is currently underway and runs through today at 7 p.m.

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.

View and place a bid here

Important Information Regarding Tomorrow's CRA and City Commission Meetings

Hollywood Police Department Update and Overview Workshop

Thursday, July 2

The City of Hollywood is holding a City Commission Workshop for an Update and Overview on the Hollywood Police Department on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.
 
In accordance with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ Executive Order No. 20-69, 20-112, 20-123, 20-139 and 20-150, the City is offering a number of options for members of the public to view the Workshop.

• Watch the Live webstream on the City’s website 
• Watch the City's Government Access Channel, Comcast Channel 78
• Watch the City's Government Access Channel, ATT U-Verse Channel 99

PRCA Advisory Board Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts (PRCA) Advisory Board will be conducting a Virtual Advisory Board Meeting on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 6:30 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 on public access to City of Hollywood Parks Facilities because of the risk to public health, the City will be holding the meeting virtually.

Click Here for Meeting Link

Meeting Event Number: 132 187 6366
Meeting Password: PRCAB

If you would like to listen to the meeting over the telephone, please call 408.418.9388.

Emergency Order Requiring Facial Coverings in Effect

Last week, the City of Hollywood issued an Emergency Order requiring all persons outside their homes to wear a facial covering consistent with current CDC guidelines that cover the nose and mouth, including individuals within the common areas of all buildings with multiple residences and at their place of employment unless exempted by Emergency Orders issued by the Governor of the State of Florida or Broward County. Click here to read the Emergency Order.

Free COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing Site in West Hollywood

S.E.A. Camp

Registration Going On Now

S.E.A. (Science, Education & Adventure) Camp is a classroom without walls focusing on marine life and natural sciences. S.E.A. Camp includes marine biology, oceanography, water safety and ecology; helping campers build upon their science disciplines. Campers explore our beach areas, marshes, everglades and other natural areas of interest, learning about fascinating wildfire, ecosystems and environmental issues. Register Online at the link below. Scholarships are available to help offset costs, space is limited, restrictions apply. Click here to register online.