City of Hollywood

News & Announcements

Thursday, August 20, 2020

Watch/Participate CRA Board/Commission Meeting

Important Information Regarding the Upcoming CRA and City Commission Meetings

In accordance with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ Executive Order No. 20-69, and due to the current prohibition on public access to Hollywood City Hall, the City is offering a number of options for members of the public to view and participate in the August 26th meetings from their home.

The Regular City Commission and CRA Board Meeting Agendas are available online. VIEW AGENDAS

WATCH LIVE WEBSTREAM on the City’s website

Comcast Cable Subscribers-Channel 78
ATT U-Verse Cable Subscribers-Channel 99

Any member of the public wishing to comment publicly on any matter, including specific agenda items and/or Citizens Comments may do so via the City’s website at the links below or via telephone.

CLICK HERE to submit a comment for the CRA Board Meeting
Comments must be received by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25
Comments are limited to 400 words and/or 3 minute spoken maximum.
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.
Those without internet access or who may need additional assistance, may call the Community Redevelopment Agency at 954.924.2980 during normal business hours
CLICK HERE to submit a comment for the City Commission Meeting
Comments must be received by 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25
Those without internet access or who may need additional assistance, may call the City Clerk at 954.921.3211 during normal business hours

Please note: Comments left on voicemail machines, emailed, posted to the City or CRA social media accounts or submitted after stated deadlines will not be accepted.

Tropical Depression #13

City of Hollywood Emergency Management staff and public safety personnel are monitoring the track and development of Tropical Depression (TD) #13. Residents are encouraged to review their emergency plans and make sure they are prepared for the potential of severe weather and possible hurricane conditions.

TD #13 formed late Wednesday and is expected to become Tropical Storm Laura later today or tomorrow. South Florida is in the five-day forecast cone.
Barring any changes to the forecast, our area should expect to begin feeling impacts late Sunday or early Monday. Heavy rains and hurricane-force winds may occur in South Florida, although it is still too soon for forecasters to determine precisely where these hazards will occur.

Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring this storm, begin making storm preparations, and not focus on the forecast track of the storm's center. Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring this storm, begin making storm preparations, and not focus on the forecast track of the storm's center. Please do not use this time to trim trees or bushes as collection crews may not be able to pick up large piles of debris.

Please visit www.hollywoodfl.org for additional information.

Virtual Pet Photo Pageant

The City of Hollywood is hosting its first Virtual Pet Photo Pageant. Register for this fun, family friendly event now through on Thursday, September 3rd at 3:00 p.m.

Pets will compete in three categories: Beach Wear, Active/Sports Wear, and Formal Wear with each category awarding a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner.

Winners will be announced on Thursday, September 10th via the City’s Facebook page, Instagram and the City’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts - Special Events webpage and will receive a special trophy!

Dress your pets, snap their photos and enter to win! Click here for contest details and link to enter.

Important Notice Regarding Impacts to Solid Waste, Recycling and Commingled Collections

City of Hollywood solid waste and commingled collections vendor, Waste Pro USA, has been heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Several WastePro crew members have tested positive for COVID-19 and have been under quarantine, which has resulted in service impacts City-wide. Until further notice, customers may experience temporary delays in recycling and commingled (Bulk & Yard Waste) collections.

The City of Hollywood Department of Public Works would like to thank customers for their patience and understanding during these unusual circumstances. Staff will continue to monitor the situation as they work to ensure service collections, with their primary focus on weekly garbage collections. This focus is to maintain the health, safety and sanitation of our community.

For questions or concerns, please contact the Department of Public Works at 954.967.4526.

Census workers have begun going door-to-door to count residents who have not yet responded to the 2020 Census.

Click here to find out more about Census workers in your neighborhood and how to identity them. . If you have not already responded to the 2020 Census, please do so today at https://my2020census.gov/. The deadline to participate is September 30, 2020.

The Florida Department of Health in Broward County has confirmed a locally acquired case of West Nile Virus. As a direct response, the Broward County Mosquito Control Section is spraying organic larvicide as part of an integrated pest management approach that also includes public outreach, adulticide application and setting mosquito traps. Residents and business owners are encouraged to survey their properties frequently to remove any standing water in common mosquito habitats such as buckets, tires, planters, bird baths and fountains. By reducing the number of mosquito breeding habitats, residents will reduce the number of adult mosquitoes that could otherwise transmit diseases.

Residents experiencing mosquito problems can request service by calling 311 or by completing the online Mosquito Service Request Form.

Click here for information about West Nile Virus, ways to limit exposure to mosquitoes, tips on repellent use and more.

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

Residents can access a number of services online. For information on city facilities closed to the public, as well as a list of City Departments, Offices and Agencies phone numbers, please visit www.hollywoodfl.org and click on COVID-19 Information under "City News"

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 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Home-bound residents may schedule a mobile appointment by calling 954.412.7300. Click here for additional information.

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.