Virtual Public MeetingHollywood Beach Golf Course and Clubhouse ProjectToday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join the Department of Design and Construction Management, along with Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc., and Richard Mandell Golf Architecture for a virtual meeting today, December 16th at 6 p.m. Participants will discuss the proposed conceptual designs for the Hollywood Beach Golf Course and clubhouse.
Event number: 2630 114 8688 Event password: DCM1216 Phone number to join: 408-418-9388
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Meet and Chat with BCPS Interim Superintendent Dr. Vickie L. Cartwright Hosted by Broward County School Board Members
Parents, students, teachers, administrators, staff and community members are invited to Meet and Chat with Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Interim Superintendent Dr. Vickie L. Cartwright. Today, December 16th, Ann Murray, School Board Member, District 1 will host the Meet and Chat at the Hollywood Hills High School Auditorium, 5400 Stirling Road in Hollywood from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Questions may be submitted starting at 5:30 p.m. This, as with all the Meet and Chat events, is being live-streamed at becon.tv/MeetandChat. For the entire event schedule, please visit the BCPS website.
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Holiday Shopping Safety Tips from the Hollywood Police DepartmentClick here to read safety tips provided by the Hollywood Police Department to help you ensure your holiday purchases and donations don't end up costing you more than you expected.
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Free Rapid PCR Testing Indoor COVID-19 Testing Site at David Park Community CenterThe COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing Site at the David Park Community Center, 108 N 33rd Court in East Hollywood is performing Rapid PCR tests. Testing takes place Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and results are delivered same-day.
Visit cur.tv/hollywood to schedule an appointment. On-site registration is also available.
What Do I Need To Know Before Getting Tested? The rapid PCR test is self-collected. A healthcare worker wearing personal protective equipment will guide you through the testing process step by step. Rapid PCR testing is currently restricted to patients 5 years of age or older. Testing is available for asymptomatic and symptomatic patients. There is no out-of-pocket cost for the test and it is available for both insured and uninsured; insured must provide insurance information. Please bring your ID and insurance card (if applicable) to the site to receive your test. If you made an appointment, bring your appointment confirmation number/QR code with you. Walk-ins/On-site registration is available for patients without appointments. Test results are delivered electronically via text or email. Questions? Contact our support team at support@curative.com or call 888.702.9042.
Free COVID-19 Testing Site in West Hollywood
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County, in partnership with the City of Hollywood hosts a free COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing Site at the Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield Street in West Hollywood from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. This site is closed on Sundays and Mondays. No appointment is necessary, however if you would prefer to schedule an appointment, please call 954.412.7300. Priority is given to school children and staff. Please be sure to wear a facial covering when arriving for testing.
Free COVID-19 Testing for K-12 Students OnlySouth Regional Health Center4105 Pembroke Road in HollywoodWalk-Up testing for K-12 students only
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ArtsPark Movie NightFriday, December 17th at 8 p.m.
Join your neighbors at ArtsPark Movie Night! This Friday, Elf (PG), will be featured on the big screen at the Amphitheater in Downtown Hollywood. Showtime is at 8 p.m. and admission is free. Lawn seating available.
Catch a new movie every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the ArtsPark, which is located at US 1 and Hollywood Boulevard. Visit the City's website event calendar at www.hollywoodfl.org for the complete movie schedule.
Single-use plastics and Styrofoam containers are prohibited at the ArtsPark, including plastic bottles and bags. |
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Downtown Hollywood ArtWalkSaturday, December 18
6pm – 11pmand the 3rd Saturday of Every Month
Visit galleries and shops in Downtown Hollywood while enjoying art, cultural entertainment, live music, murals and more!
Special Enhancements:
Artisan Market at the ArtWalk, 6pm – 11pm
Join us for the Artisan Market at the ArtWalk! Featuring pop-up shops, artist showcases, handmade items, local purveyors, vintage shopping, boutique goods and FUN! Located on Harrison Street between 20th & 21st Avenue. Finish up that holiday shopping!
Mural Tour, 6pm
This guided tour lets you learn the stories behind the art and artists of the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. Meet at the Visitor Center Information Booth at 20th Avenue & Harrison Street.
Gallery Tour, 7pm & 9pm
Join Evan Snow of Choose954 for a guided and curated ArtWalk experience. Get an opportunity to meet with the local artists of each gallery in Downtown Hollywood. Meet at the Visitor Center Information Booth at 20th Avenue & Harrison Street.
Impulse Art, 8pm
Fusion of music and painting (live art performance). Artist Daniel Pontet will be painting with his feet inspired by the rhythm of drumming guided by Jeff Lee of Resurrection Drums. LOCATION: 2001 Van Buren Street.
Live Music, 6pm – 11pm
Live performances on the MAIN STAGE: Harrison Street at 21st Avenue. World’s Strongest Poet, 10pm
Watch poet Brendan Walsh perform live. Cinema Paradiso at 2008 Hollywood Boulevard.
Information: 954.924.2980
Parking Information:
Downtown Hollywood offers on-street metered parking for $1.50 per hour, as well as municipal garage parking for $1 per hour. Municipal garage locations are: 251 S. 20th Avenue (between Harrison Street and Van Buren Street) and 251 N. 19th Avenue Municipal Garage (between Tyler Street & Polk Street).
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Full Moon Drum CircleSunday, December 19
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Bring a drum or percussion instrument to the ArtsPark and participate in a free guided drum circle. All skill levels welcome. Meet at the Palm Court (West Side).
Single-use plastics and Styrofoam containers are prohibited at the ArtsPark, including plastic bottles and bags.
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Solid Waste & Recycling Collections Moving Back to Alleyway Pickup in Royal Poinciana NeighborhoodAs the Royal Poinciana Utility Improvement Project comes to an end, the need for curbside collection in this neighborhood is no longer required.
Beginning on Monday, December 20th, all solid waste and recycling collections will transition back to being collected from the alleyway. Customers will need to place garbage and recycle carts, yard waste and bulk waste in the alleyway behind their property beginning December 20th.
The Department of Public Utilities thanks customers for their cooperation and patience throughout the entirety of this necessary project. For additional questions regarding solid waste or recycling, services, please contact the Department of Public Works at 954.967.4526.
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Shop Small this Holiday SeasonShop Local!
Support your favorite local Hollywood businesses, both in-store and online this holiday season. These small businesses serve as the backbone of our economy and represent over 89% of Broward County's business community. Remember, Shop Small in Hollywood this holiday season.
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S. 20th Avenue & Alleyway ClosureOne lane is closed on S. 20th Avenue between Harrison Street and the Boulevard from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sidewalks will remain open during the construction period. This closure will allow for the installation of permeable concrete in the alleyway that runs parallel between Harrison Street and the Boulevard. The alleyway will be closed to the east and west of 20th Avenue for the duration of the construction project, which is expected to last for approximately 3 months.N. 22nd Avenue between Johnson & Sheridan Streets Contractors for Florida Power and Light, Concurrent, is closing N. 22nd Avenue at numerous locations to install new concrete poles in conjunction with their Citywide hardening project. The closures along N. 22nd Avenue have begun and continue for approximately two months. Various streets and alleys adjacent to the corridor where closures will be implemented will also be impacted. The construction schedule may be adjusted due to inclement weather.
Southwest Broward Mobility Improvements Project One lane in each direction of N 56th Avenue from Pembroke Road to Douglas Street will be closed 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, for sidewalk construction, swale improvements, and asphalt placement. Detours might be implemented through adjacent roads if necessary, to improve safety. Flaggers will be present and detour signs will be in place to direct motorists around the work zone. Additionally, pedestrian signal improvements will take place at the intersections of S 56th Avenue/N 56th Avenue with Pembroke Road, Washington Street, Hollywood Boulevard, Johnson Street, Taft Street, Sheridan Street, and Stirling Road from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Workers will be present and lane closures will be place in the vicinity to direct motorists around the work zone. Work is underway through spring 2023.
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Call or Log On and Report It
There are lots of visitors coming for the holidays and they may not be aware of our Noise Ordinance & Vacation Rental policies. Residents are encouraged to report a problem with a short-term/vacation rental property anytime, day or night, by calling our live customer service telephone operator or via the real-time website.
For Police and Fire non-emergency situations, please call 954.764.HELP (4357) Emergency situations: call 9-1-1
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90-Day Appeal Period for FEMA Flood Maps Now OpenThe 90-Day Appeal Period for the Preliminary Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Zone Maps (dated 12/31/2019 and 02/25/2021) opened on November 24th. - The Proposed Flood Hazard Determination Notice has been published and is available for viewing here.
- To view the latest FEMA Flood Zone Map, please visit the FEMA Flood Map Service Center website here.
During the appeal period, any scientific or technical data can be challenged as well as street names, typos or omissions by any community, agency or interested parties. If you have information that needs to be corrected, the opportunity to do so is now.
For additional information or to request an update, please contact City of Hollywood Floodplain Administrator, Alicia Verea-Feria, via email at averea-feria@hollywoodfl.org
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Help Fill the Collection BoxesThe holidays can be a very tough time for people facing food instability. Did you know:- There are 222,100 people in Broward County facing hunger issues and 66,810 of them are children
- 51% of food bank assisted households eat food past the expiration date
- 69% of food-insecure households choose between food and utilities
- 63% of senior households are forced to choose between food and medical care
Consider making a food donation by dropping off a canned good, baby food or formula at an area collection box. Most needed items also include toiletries.
Collection Box Locations:- Downtown Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
- Government Center West, 1 N. University Drive, Plantation
- Main Courthouse, 201 S.E. Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale
- North Regional County Courthouse, 1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach
- South Regional County Courthouse, 3550 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
- West Regional County Courthouse, 100 N. Pine Island Road, Plantation
- Port Everglades, 1850 Eller Drive, Fort Lauderdale
- Broward County Main Library and all branch libraries
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REMINDER: Important Information about Your Utility RatesEffective your first utility bill in November, the average water customer can expect to pay $25.62, an increase of $0.30 a month. The average water and wastewater customer will pay $77.58, an increase of $0.87 a month. The new stormwater rate of $7.62 is an increase of $1.50 a month, based on the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) Annual Price Index. As a reminder for seasonal customers who live here less than 12 months a year, a minimum monthly base rate is charged regardless of use. For additional information, please visit the City’s website or call Utility Billing Customer Service at 954.921.3938.
Sanitation Fee For Single Family Homes and Duplex Apartments
Effective October 1st, single family homes and duplexes who receive solid waste and recycling collection services from Waste Pro, USA saw a new monthly rate of $45 for twice-weekly garbage collection, weekly recycling and yard waste collections, monthly bulk collection, processing and disposal. Annual increases to the rate will be determined based on contractual obligations and program administrative costs. For more information please visit the City website.
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REMINDER: Hollywood is
Plastic and Foam Free Single-Use Plastics and Foam are Prohibited on Hollywood Beach, at City-Owned Parks and Facilities, and by City VendorsThe City of Hollywood is committed to reducing our environmental impact and becoming more sustainable. One step the City has taken in achieving this goal is to ban the use of nonbiodegradable containers, like plastics and expanded polystyrene foam (EPS), for serving food products.
If you're planning on going to the beach or park or attending an event or meeting at City Hall, a community center, park, ArtsPark at Young Circle, or other city facility, please don't bring plastic bottles, bags and other single-use plastics and foam containers.
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Vaccination Sites Several fixed vaccination sites are operating in Broward County offering the Pfizer vaccine to residents ages 12 and older. No appointment is required. No insurance necessary. Use the VACCINATION SITE LOCATOR to find a site near you.
HOLLYWOOD
Broward Community Health Center, 5010 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 100B. Refer to the website for appointment/walk-in availability.
Hollywood VA Clinic, 3702 Washington Street, Suite 201. Veterans and spouses/caregivers only. Refer to their website for more information.
Multiple Publix, Walgreens and Walmart locations in Hollywood are also offering vaccinations. For more information on site locations, please visit the DOH-Broward website.
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