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Work Skills Training Scholarships Available For Eligible Hollywood ResidentsThe City of Hollywood, in partnership with OIC of South Florida, is offering Work Skills Training Scholarships to eligible Hollywood residents. The 12-week course provides FREE in-depth vocational training, preparing participants for entry-level positions on their career path.
Courses will be held on Saturdays through the months of January 22 to April 16, from 9am-4pm at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center located at 2400 Charleston Street, Hollywood FL, 33020.
WAREHOUSE LOGISTICS * Saturdays* 9am-4pm
Upon completion of the course, potential positions and salaries include:
Hand Laborer & Material Mover - $27,710
Packing Specialist - $25,910
Shipping & Receiving Clerk - $29,699
Only those applicants residing within the City's low to moderate-income (LMI) neighborhoods may participate in the Work Skills Training Scholarship Program. All submitted applications will go through an address verification process to ensure that participants meet this program requirement. Participants must also self-certify household income and provide proof of their U.S. Citizen or legal resident status.
Online applications are now open until Sunday, January 9 at 11 p.m. at this link: APPLY HERE |
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Annual Chip-A-Tree ProgramThe annual Chip-a-Tree program is going on now through Monday, January 17th. Add your tree to the thousands of others to be recycled into mulch & used at the County parks. Drop off at West Lake Park & TY Park in Hollywood. Details
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Holiday ClosuresAs a reminder, in observance of upcoming New Year's holiday, Broward County and City Administrative offices will be closed on Friday, December 31st and Saturday, January 1st. Online services, including payment and library services remain available. Check the City's online services here.
Parks and Recreational Facilities
All Broward County operated regional and neighborhood parks, nature centers, and natural areas will be closed on New Year's Day. All City-operated passive parks, Dowdy Field and Rotary Park will be open from sunrise to sunset on the 31st & 1st. Boggs Field, the Driftwood Athletic Complex, and the Washington Park Athletic Field will be closed on the 31st & 1st. The Driftwood Community Pool is closed until Monday, January 3, 2022. The Hollywood West Athletic Complex and Cathy & Bob Anderson Park are currently closed for renovation.
Garbage Collection
Garbage, recycling, yard waste and bulk waste materials collection service are provided on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Broward County Residential Drop-off Centers for Bulk/Yard Waste and Household Hazardous Waste/Electronics will be CLOSED on Saturday, January 1, 2022. For your convenience, the Residential Drop-off Centers will be OPEN on Friday, December 31, 2021, from 9AM to 3PM. After the holidays, the Residential Drop-off Centers will resume their normal hours of operation which are 9:00AM to 3:00PM on Saturdays.Sun Shuttle Holiday Schedule- New Years Eve: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- New Years Day: 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.
A ride on the Sun Shuttle is $1 per person, per ride. For the most immediate service to request a ride, download the "Ride Circuit" App from the App Store or Google Play. For those with a more flexible schedule, you may also wave down the nearest Sun Shuttle fleet driver or head to a designated shuttle stop. For more information on the Hollywood Sun Shuttle, please click here.Additional information on holiday closures can be found here.
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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. Tests are by appointment only. No walk-ins.
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. Tests are by appointment only. Test results are delivered electronically via text or email. Questions? Contact our support team at support@curative.com or call 888.702.9042.
ALL CURATIVE TEST COLLECTION SITES WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31ST THROUGH SATURDAY, JANUARY 1ST IN OBSERVANCE OF THE NEW YEAR'S HOLIDAY.
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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Dream Car Classic
Sunday, January 2nd at 10 a.m.
Dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest will be featured from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 1900 block of Hollywood Boulevard. There will be a special appearance by International Face Art artistic face painting and glitter tattoos! Admission is free and vehicle registration is $20. The Dream Car Classic takes place on the first Sunday of the month.
For more information, call 954.825.1027, visit www.cobrajoeproductions.com or email Joe Bevelacqua.
Remember, Hollywood is plastic and foam free! Please consider bringing a reusable water bottle and leave plastic bags and other single-use plastics at home.
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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.
This week, all solid waste and recycling collections are transitioning back to being collected from the alleyway. Customers must now place garbage and recycle carts, yard waste and bulk waste in the alleyway behind their property.
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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Sheridan Street Bridge Rehabilitation ProjectIn-Person Construction Open House & Virtual Public MeetingThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Four will host an in-person Construction Open House and Virtual Public Meeting regarding the bridge improvements on SR 822/Sheridan Street Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway (ICWW) in the City of Hollywood. In-Person Open House
Wednesday, January 5 from 6 - 7:00 p.m.
Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center 1301 South Ocean DriveProject personnel will be available to review the project scope and schedule, lane closure information, and address questions one-on-one. The latest social distancing guidelines will be followed. Virtual Public Meeting (GoToWebinar)
Thursday, January 6 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Register here You may also dial in via phone at (914) 614-3221, Access Code: 134-701-586 - Presentations will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. & 6 p.m. Question & Answer sessions will follow each presentation.
- An unguided PowerPoint slideshow will play in between presentations if time allows.
Construction begins on January 22nd with an estimated completion of late 2022. Project Improvements:- Installing bicycle-friendly/anti-slip walking plates along the bridge moveable spans
- Removing existing curb and adding a 4-foot traffic railing between the sidewalk and roadway
- Removing and replacing the outer pedestrian railing
- Adding new pedestrian gates in each direction
- Renovating the existing tender house
- Upgrading electrical and mechanical components, and access platforms on the bridge
Traffic & Marine Impacts:- Single lane closures along the Sheridan Street over the ICWW are permitted Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday night, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Full closure of the bridge will occur for approximately a 90 day period, leaving it in the upright position for electrical and mechanical upgrades. Pedestrians and motorists will be detoured via the Dania Beach Boulevard Bridge and Hollywood Beach Boulevard Bridge. (Tentatively scheduled for the middle of April 2022 through the middle of July 2022; subject to change)
- Additional information about lane closures, detours, and marine impacts will be provided in the weekly traffic report distributed by FDOT.
Additional information is available at the project website. |
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January Operation Paintbrush Paint Distribution Event - ON HOLDThe supply of recycled paint for the January Operation Paintbrush event has yet to be secured from Broward County.
As you may already know, the paint that is distributed at Operation Paintbrush comes from paint that has been dropped off at a County collection site. Broward County residents who no longer have a need for their leftover paint drop it off with the County who then recycles it. Once recycled, the County distributes a portion of the supply to each participating municipality. The Operation Paintbrush Program relies solely on paint donations from residents. The January event is on hold as of right now due to the lack of the supply. For the latest event information, please check the City's main website event calendar.
About Operation Paintbrush: The Operation Paintbrush Program is a very popular initiative in Hollywood. Up to 20 gallons of recycled exterior latex paint is available, free of charge, to single-family homeowners. Paint is distributed on a first come, first served basis, while the supply lasts on distribution day. To participate, you must provide your current driver’s license with Hollywood address and a current utility bill as proof of Hollywood residency. Paint colors typically offered are off white, beige, terracotta, gray, and turquoise. |
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Rain Barrel WebinarCollecting and Storing RainwaterMonday, January 10 The City invites you to attend a virtual workshop with the UF/IFAS Extension Broward County on Monday, January 10th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. to learn about collecting and storing rainwater.
Discussion topics will include
-Why to use a rain barrel -What to irrigate -How to install a barrel -The quality of water collected -Maintenance -Pest control
Register your attendance here to receive the meeting information to join. 8 workshop participants will have a chance to win a free rain barrel, including all the necessary parts to utilize a standard gutter system. You must attend the workshop and be a Hollywood resident for a chance to win a barrel. If you are a winner, the NFL Players Association players will help load your barrel into your car on January 15th, 2022 from 9-10 a.m. at the Hollywood Public Works Compound, 1600 S. Park Road.
The rain barrels are provided by the City of Hollywood and NFL Sisters in Service, Inc.
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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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The holidays can be very challenging for some, and a time of great sorrow and hopelessness for others. If this sounds like you, please know you are not alone and there is hope.
If you are in a serious crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please call 2-1-1 or 954-537-0211 in Broward County. Press 1 after selecting your language preference.
For additional resources, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by Phone and Online chat: Teens can find additional resources on the Broward County Teenspace website. Teens can also call the Teen Helpline to share their experience. It's free, anonymous and available 24 hour a day, 7 days a week. Call 2-1-1 or 954-567-TEEN (8336). For deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, or speech-disabled, dial 7-1-1.
Please dial 9-1-1 for any situation that requires immediate assistance from the police, the fire department or an ambulance. If you are ever in doubt of whether your situation is an emergency, call 9-1-1. |
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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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