City of Hollywood

News & Announcements

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Remember to do your part to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

Temporary COVID-19 Drive-thru Testing Site Friday, July 24 - Sunday, August 2

The Florida Division of Emergency Management will open five federally funded COVID-19 testing sites in South Florida, including one in Hollywood at McArthur High School.

These drive-thru testing sites will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. beginning tomorrow, Friday, July 24 through Sunday, August 2.

The drive-thru testing site locations are:

McArthur High School
6501 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, Florida 33024

Dillard High School
2501 NW 11th Street
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311

Blanche Ely High School
1201 NW 6th Avenue
Pompano Beach, Florida 33060

Miami Jackson High School
1751 NW 36th Street
Miami, Florida 33142

Miami-Dade Auditorium
2901 W. Flagler Street
Miami, Florida 33135

All five sites will be open from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., daily and will test individuals 5 and older, regardless of symptoms. Cost of testing is free at each site, with or without insurance.

The five federally-funded sites offer appointments with online registration. To make an appointment, go to: www.DoINeedACovid19Test.com. Appointments and online registration are recommended for all federally-funded the testing sites.

Individuals will be provided with information on how to receive results once they are tested. Testing is available to all Florida residents, regardless of the county they live in.

For a list of state-supported COVID-19 testing sites and more information on what to know prior to visiting a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site, please visit https://floridadisaster.org/covid19/testing-sites/.

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

Florida Department of Health in Broward County, in partnership with the City of Hollywood, is hosting a free COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing Site at the Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield Street in West Hollywood Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No appointment necessary. Those interested in securing a set day and time are encouraged to call 954.412.7300 to schedule an appointment. Click here for additional information.

Public Access To to City Hall & Select City Facilities Suspended. Drive Through Service Available

Public access to City Hall and City buildings located on the City Hall Circle campus, minus the Broward County Library is suspended. The drive through window located on the north side of City Hall remains open to customers for the payment of bills and fees. Customer Service Representatives are available during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Community Center, Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center, and the David Park Community Center are closed. The following community centers will remain open solely to operate the Summer BreakSpot Program. No other activities will take place at these centers.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
Kay Gaither Community Center
Washington Park Community Center
McNichol Community Center

The Driftwood Community Pool remains open for small group classes and lap swimming, ArtsPark at Young Circle remains open for Art & Culture Center/Hollywood summer programming and City-operated parks and sports fields remain open to the public. For more information on operating hours, please call the locations directly.

The closures are in response to the upward trend in positive COVID-19 cases in South Florida and are an effort to help stop community spread. Residents can access a number of services online or by calling the appropriate City Department, Office or Agency listed below:

Mayor and City Commissioners: 954.921.3321
City Attorney’s Office: 954.921.3435
City Clerk: 954.921.3211
City Manager’s Office: 954.921.3201
Community Redevelopment Agency: 954.924.2980
Budget & Performance Management: 954.921.3206
Development Services: 954.921.3471
Code Compliance: 954.921.3061
Design & Construction Management: 954.921.3410
Emergency Management: 954.921.3053
Financial Services: 954.921.3234
Procurement Services: 954.921.3221
Treasury: 954.921.3232
General Accounting:954.921.3228
Fire Rescue and Beach Safety: 954.967.4248
Fire Inspectors:954.967.4404
Fire Investigation Reports:954.967.4404
Human Resources:954.921.3216
Labor Relations:954.921.3519
Information Technology:954.921.3479
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts:954.921.3404
Police Department –Non Emergency:954.764.HELP (4357)
Office of the Chief: 954.967.4300
Police Information Desk: 954.967.4636
Communications, Marketing & Economic Development: 954.921.3620
Public Utilities:954.967.4455
Reconnect Water Service (Weekdays): 954.921.3938
Report Emergency Leaks: 954.967.4357
Public Works: 954.967.4526
Garbage/Recycling Services: 954.967.4200
Parking: 954.921.3535

Board Meetings Resume Today Thursday, July 23rd

The Planning and Development Board meeting will take place today at 6:00 p.m. The deadline to submit comments has passed, however you may still join the meeting on the following link:

Planning and Development Board Meeting

For assistance, please contact Kierra Jenkins, at 954.921.3471 and press option 3 or via email at kjenkins@hollywoodfl.org.

Emergency Orders Requiring Facial Coverings in Effect County-wide

City of Hollywood Emergency Order 20-06 requires 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 otherwise exempted.

In addition, Broward County Emergency Order 20-21 requires facial coverings throughout the County in all public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained.

Do Your Part To Help Stop the Spread

COVID-19 can spread easily from person-to-person and recent data suggests family gatherings could be playing a significant part in spreading the virus. If you are planning a family gathering, here are a few things to consider to help stop the spread.

All guests should wear masks.
Avoid shaking hands and hugging.
High-risk family members should stay home and attend virtually.
Limit the number of members and households coming together.
Stay outside as much as possible.
Avoid inside activities such as playing video games or watching TV.
Maintain social distance of at least 6 feet, even outside and in the pool.
Do not share food.
Use disposable dinnerware and utensils.
Have alcohol-based hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes available.
Establish a direct route to the restroom to avoid contaminating surfaces.
Limit your time together.

Be a Responsible Customer, Help Businesses Remain Safely Open:

As a normal daily habit, wear your mask whenever outside your home.
At restaurants, wear your mask when walking in and out, when seated at the table, looking at a menu, walking to the restroom, and waiting for your food or check.
No seat, no service. If a table is not available upon your arrival, you must leave.
All establishments are prohibited from on-premise service from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily. Please be respectful by not lingering after 10:00 p.m.
Help to maintain 6 feet of distance between yourself and other parties.
Do not gather in groups larger than 6, (10 if all from the same household.)

Be a Responsible Business to Avoid Fines and Closure:

Discourage customers from gathering and loitering.
Once you reach capacity, you must turn people away.
Ensure customers and staff are wearing masks.
Ensure customers and staff are maintaining a safe social distance.
Do not seat parties close to 10:00 p.m.
Maintain sanitation and other safe business practices, per State, County and City Emergency Orders and according to CDC Guidelines.

Backing Business Temporary Cafe Zones to Expand Outdoor Dining

Hollywood’s Expanded Outdoor Dining Zones

Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
Thursday at 2 p.m. to Sunday at 11 p.m.
Downtown Hollywood - ENDS THIS WEEKEND
Saturday at 6 p.m. to Sunday at 11 p.m

Please note: per Broward County Emergency Order 20-21, businesses permitted to serve alcohol for on-site consumption may not serve alcohol between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. for on-site consumption. In addition, no establishment that provides on-site dining shall permit on-site dining between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. Drive-through, take-out or pick-up service may continue. In addition, Broward County is under a curfew from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

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

FPL Assistance Available

While the wide majority of Florida Power and Light (FPL) customers are able to pay their bills, they do have customers struggling as a result of COVID-19. FPL remains committed to helping those customers still experiencing hardship by connecting them with referral services, such as 211, to find financial assistance.

FPL continues to suspend disconnections for nonpayment, waive late fees, and offer payment extensions to help customers manage past-due balances. While FPL never wants to turn the lights off for nonpayment, they remain mindful that unpaid electric bills are ultimately paid for by all FPL customers. Customers struggling to pay their bill need to take action now by calling FPL directly, toll-free, at 800-226-3545. Representatives are available to discuss a customer's particular situation, and share information on available financial assistance.

Eviction Prevention, Rent and Utility Assistance

The City has entered into an agreement with HOPE South Florida to provide Eviction Prevention, Rental and Utility Assistance for Hollywood residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is provided by State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Funds. Learn more about the program and application window here.

Broward County Supervisor of Elections In-Person Voting Health Protection & Recommendations

The Supervisor of Elections WILL:

? Provide clean voting locations and temperature tested, masked poll workers;

? Provide hand sanitizer to all voters entering the polling location and courtesy masks if needed;

? Provide contact-free voter check-in and plastic-encased pens that may be taken with you after voting;

? Provide speedy access to your ballot and sufficient, distanced voting privacy booths to reduce time within the polling location; and

? Ensure privacy booths are located to facilitate social distancing and cleaned throughout the day.

WHAT VOTERS SHOULD DO:

? Before arriving to vote, confirm your address and other voting information. Call 954.357.7050 or visit www.browardsoe.org;

? Before arriving, study a sample ballot. You may bring a sample ballot with you to help cast your ballot quickly;

? Avoid touching your mouth or face inside the polling location to help maintain sanitation during the voting process;

? Limit discussion inside the polling location to help protect your fellow voters and poll workers; and

? Be mindful that Broward County has an ordinance requiring a face covering in all public places. You should bring a mask to vote; however, masks are available upon request at each polling location.

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