City of Hollywood

News & Announcements

Thursday, August 27, 2020

Volunteer Opportunity

This Saturday, August 29th

In an effort to encourage Hollywood residents who have yet to respond to the United States Census, City volunteers will be out this Saturday, August 29th walking door-to-door distributing Census materials. Volunteers will focus in low self-response rate neighborhoods in Hollywood, in an effort to encourage residents to go online and fill out their Census questionnaire.

For those interested in volunteering on Saturday, please contact Jaime Hernandez via email at jahernandez@hollywoodfl.org for event details.

The United States Constitution requires that every 10 years a count, or census, is taken of America’s population. It’s crucial to our democracy and fair representation in Congress. It helps to determine how more than $1.5 trillion/year in federal funds are distributed. An undercount would mean the loss of millions of dollars in Broward County and Hollywood, and would severely impact funding for schools and nutrition programs, hospitals and nursing homes, roads and highways, emergency preparedness and services, and other vital programs for the next 10 years.

Visit https://my2020census.gov/ for more information and to fill out your questionnaire today. The deadline for self-response is September 30th.

General Obligation Bond Advisory Committee Meeting

Monday, August 31 at 6:00 p.m.

The General Obligation Bond Committee will meet for GOB project updates and review of project status.

The meeting will take place virtually on Monday, August 31, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and pursuant to Emergency Orders, anyone interested in viewing the meetings may watch the live broadcast online via WebEx.

Click here to watch the live broadcast
Event Number: 132 259 9038
Event Password: GOBAC Event
Phone Number: 408.418.9388.

The public may participate by submitting comments to be read into the record at the meetings. Comments are limited to a 400 word maximum and must be received by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2020. Click here to submit a comment.

Watch/Participate CRA Board/Commission Meetings

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 September 2nd 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 Channel 78
ATT U-Verse 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, September 1
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, September 1
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.

City Manager's Weekly Report

Please take a moment to read City Manager Dr. Wazir Ishmael's message for this week, which can be found on his webpage.

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 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.

Royal Poinciana Temporary Parking & Restrictions & Curbside Collections

Important Notice for Royal Poinciana Neighborhood Residents

Curbside Collections and On-street Parking Restrictions Begin September 14th

The Department of Public Utilities water main replacement project continues in the Royal Poinciana neighborhood. Due to ongoing construction activities occurring in the neighborhood alleyways, the placement of garbage and recycling bins, as well as bulk items needs to move curbside to the front of a property.

To ensure collection trucks can access the bins and bulk items at the curb, parking on the street will be prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Mondays and Thursdays. This temporary on-street parking ban and change to curbside collections begins Monday, September 14th and effects the following residents:

Temporary On-Street Parking Restrictions and Curbside Solid Waste and Recycling Collections:
Johnson Street to Fillmore Street from US1 to N. 21st Avenue

Start Date: September 14, 2020
Estimated Completion: April 30, 2021

Your patience and understanding is appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact Public Utilities at 954.921.3930 or Public Works at 954.967.4526.

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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.

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.

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.

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"

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.