City of Hollywood

News & Announcements

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

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.

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.
CLICK HERE to submit a comment for the City Commission Meeting
Comments must be received by 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1. The comment period has ended for the CRA Meeting.
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.

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 this 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.

Stay Strong Hollywood Virtual 5K & Photo Contest

The Stay Strong Hollywood Virtual 5K and Photo Contest puts you in charge of the race! Presented by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, this fun and exciting challenge puts a uniquely Hollywood twist on the virtual 5k activity. Sign up yourself or your team today! Visit the event website for more information and to register.

Add your input to the City's Bike Mobility Master Plan

Add Your Input Today!

The City is developing a Bicycle Mobility Plan and your input is needed! The Interactive Bike Input Map was developed as an easy way for the public to provide recommendations and feedback on the types of bike mobility projects they would like to see included in the Bicycle Mobility Plan. Add your suggestions today! For more information on the plan, including available options, visit the dedicated website here.

Sign Up For Recycling Rewards

The new Waste Pro Rewards recycling incentive program rewards residents with discounts to local and national businesses for their curbside recycling efforts. To register for your free rewards account, visit www.WasteProRewards.com, and select Hollywood from the community options then follow the prompts to activate your account. For account activation assistance, please call 1.888.234.8211.

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.

Don't Wait Anymore.

The United States Constitution requires that every 10 years a count, or census, is taken of America’s population. There is still time to participate in Census 2020. Fill out your questionnaire by September 30th online here.

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.

Broward CARES Rental Assistance

Now Available for Qualified Residents
Broward County has allocated $25 million in federal CARES funding for a program that will help residents pay portions of unpaid rent for the months of April, May, June, July and August 2020. These rental assistance funds are not a loan, and they do not have to be paid back. Residents must be able to show a documented loss or reduction in income due to the pandemic, and the inability to pay rent. Broward's Family Success Division is managing the application process and will approve and distribute funds.

Applications are being accepted now through September 6, 2020 from 8AM to 10PM daily.

Assistance equates to a partial payment of rent. For months one and two of the owed rent amounts the rental assistance program will pay, and the landlord must agree to 75% of the amount due. For months three, four and five of rent assistance, the program will pay, and the landlord must agree to 60% of the amount due. Late fees, if any, will not be covered by the program. Payments are made to landlords, therefore if a landlord is not willing to complete the documents, the tenant will not be eligible for assistance.

Visit broward.org/CARES for eligibility and application requirements, and to apply. Only online applications are accepted.

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.

City of Hollywood Social Assistance Resources

Now accepting applications for Advisory Board Appointments

Volunteers Wanted to Serve on Advisory Boards/Committees

Joining a City of Hollywood advisory board is a great way to get involved with City government and volunteer your time. Not only are you giving back to your community, you are also learning about an aspect of the City. Whether you join the Neighborhood Watch Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Board or the Planning & Development Board, you will be informed on issues affecting the City and empowered to make recommendations to the City Commission. There are a number of advisory boards or committees which still have vacant positions.

Boards and Committees primarily serve in an advisory capacity; however, there are some advisory boards or committees that have special requirements. If you are interested in joining, please visit the City’s website to the boards and committees application page. From there you will get information to help you identify a position that may interest you.
You can also apply online here.

All completed interest forms must have a resume attached and be returned to the Office of the City Clerk at Hollywood City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Boulevard. For additional information, contact the Office of the City Clerk at 954.921.3211.

The Citizens’ Board and Committee Handbook contains a complete listing of each board’s purpose, commitment, duties, members and special requirements where applicable. You can find the handbook on the City webpage here or at the Office of the City Clerk.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at 954-921-3211.

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