Special City Commission Meeting - FY2021 Second Public Budget Hearing

Today at 5:30 pm

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 the meeting from their home.

Click here for the the Special City Commission and Special CRA Board Meeting Agendas.

Watch the meeting:

- Click here for the City website live stream

- Comcast Channel 78

- ATT U-Verse Channel 99

The deadline to submit public comments has passed.
Please note: Comments left on voicemail machines, emailed, posted to the City social media accounts or submitted after stated deadlines will not be accepted.

Time is running out. Respond Now. Census 2020

ONLY 6 Days Left to Respi

The Census response rate for Broward County has hit a standstill. The National Self-Response rate is 66%, Broward County rate is 62%, and the Hollywood Self-Response rate is 59%.

There are now only 6 days left to push that number higher and we need your help.

Please complete the 2020 Census now, without delay as millions of dollars in state and federal aid is at stake.

Residents can respond online or by calling 844.330.2020 to complete the Census now.

High seasonal tides can cause low-lying coastal areas to flood

Based on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s tide predictions, above average high tides are expected. High seasonal tides, also known as King Tides, can cause low-lying coastal areas to flood. Motorists are urged to use caution and seek an alternative route to avoid traveling on flooded streets. Seasonal tides can raise the water level by more than 2 and a half feet during high tide which can cause coastal roads, parking lots and docks in vulnerable areas to flood during the times of high tide.

The City is working on both short and long-term solutions to help minimize the impacts of tidal flooding. NOAA predicts above average high tides October 14th through 21st and again November 13th through 18th.

FLOOD SAFETY TIPS

Important Changes to the City's sanitation collection service to go into effect Thursday, October 1st

Cleaner, Healthier Hollywood

Changes to Sanitation Collection Services Take Effect October 1st

The goal of the "Cleaner. Healthier Hollywood" initiative is to beautify our City and improve residents’ quality of life by modifying sanitation service requirements. Everyone is encouraged to do their part and follow the new service requirements in Chapter 50 of the Code of Ordinance.

Bulk waste collected separately from yard waste. No more commingled collection of these materials.
Larger amount of materials allowed for bulk collections.
Modifications to collection schedule in some service areas.
Newly defined Garbage & Recycling cart placement times and storage location.
Update to sanitation fee.
Enforcement modifications for non-compliance violations.

Separate Yard Waste and Bulk Waste Collections

Yard waste will need to be separated from bulk/hard junk
Combined piles will no longer be accepted

Weekly Yard Waste Collection Continues

Yard Waste (grass clippings, leaves, cuttings, fronds, limbs, etc.) will continue to be picked up weekly. This waste must not be mixed with bulk waste for collection.
Residents are allowed 4 cubic yards of materials
Yard waste must be on private property. Yard waste may NOT be stored in the alley public right-of-way.
The collection schedule has changed for some, depending upon the service area.
Enter your address to confirm garbage, recycling and yard waste collection schedule.

Monthly Bulk/Hard Junk Collection

Bulk waste (furniture, mattresses, appliances, household goods) collections will no longer take place on a weekly schedule.
Bulk/hard junk will now be collected once a month.
Residents are now allowed up to 6 cubic yards of bulk materials.
Bulk items must be stored on private property prior to placing out for collection.
Bulk items may NOT be stored in the alley public right-of-way.
Bulk items must not be mixed with yard waste for collection.
Enter your address to confirm your bulk waste collection schedule.

Defined Times and Locations for Cart Placement

Carts placed out no sooner than 5:00 p.m. on the day prior to scheduled service or no later than 7:00 a.m. on the day of scheduled service.
Carts must be returned to storage location no later than 7:00 p.m. on the day of scheduled service.
Storage locations may include a carport, garage, side or rear of a property, approved, recessed cart bay in an alleyway or on private property.

Update to Billing and Special Pickup Penalty

6.43% increase approved in 2019 for sanitation collection fees.
Monthly sanitation fee to be charged, regardless of occupancy.
Materials placed out earlier than collection schedule will be assessed a removal fee, if not removed within 24 hours of first notice of violation. Previously, it was two days for removal.
Removal costs will be charged, in addition to the existing $200 administrative service charge.

Reminder:

Please keep your alleyway clear by trimming your landscaping to allow for clear passage.
Professional tree trimmers and lawn maintenance companies are required to remove debris.
Each property with alley access must have house numbers visible.
30 day grace period for enforcement ends Saturday, October 31st.

For additional questions or concerns, please call 954.967.4526 or visit our interactive Frequently Asked Questions page.

Utility Billing Payment System Temporarily Unavailable Sept 30 - Oct 1

The Utility Billing Payment System will be shut down for maintenance from Wednesday, September 30^th at 4:00 p.m. until Thursday, October 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 your online utility account. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Royal Poinciana Temporary Parking & Restrictions & Curbside Collections

Important Notice for Royal Poinciana Neighborhood Residents

Curbside Collections and On-street Parking Restrictions in Effect

Due to construction activities from the Department of Public Utilities water main replacement project in the Royal Poinciana neighborhood, 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 is prohibited from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Mondays and Thursdays. This temporary on-street parking ban and change to curbside collections affects 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

Estimated Completion: April 30, 2021

If you have any questions, please contact Public Utilities at 954.921.3930 or Public Works at 954.967.4526.

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.

Open Your Taps to Flush Your Pipes

With businesses reopening as we move forward in the Phase 2 COVID-19 reopening plan, the City of Hollywood Public Utilities Department recommends that businesses open their water taps to flush pipes prior to consumption. Buildings that have been closed up have seen a reduction in water use, which could cause stagnant water to settle in the plumbing. Follow EPA and AWWA recommendations for protecting water quality for your employees by flushing systems thoroughly prior to use. For more information, please visit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) website.

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.

Free COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing

Boulevard Heights Community Center
770 Garfield Street, Hollywood
Tuesday - Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mobile appointments for home-bound residents - call 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.