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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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ArtsPark Movie NightFriday, January 7th at 8 p.m.
Join your neighbors at ArtsPark Movie Night! This Friday, Frozen 2 (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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Playground Construction Underway at John Williams Park Work has begun at the John Williams Park playground. The park will remain open during the work on the playground. The playground is closed for the duration of the project. Visitors can expect to see a dumpster, storage trailer, other construction equipment on-site. Site prep and demo is first, followed by the renovation. The new playground is scheduled to reopen in mid-February.
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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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Broward Commuter Rail
Public Workshops The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Four and Broward County will be hosting 3 "Alternatives Public Workshops" for the Broward Commuter Rail (BCR) Project Development & Environment (PD&E) Study, which runs from Deerfield Beach to Hollywood, including six stations, a new crossing over the New River, and a connection to the Miami Central Station.
A PD&E study is FDOT’s process to evaluate the social, economic, and environmental benefits and impacts associated with a planned transportation improvement project. The objective of the BCR PD&E Study is to develop and analyze alternatives that integrate passenger rail and freight rail service along the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway. The project team is planning to present a recommendation to the Broward County Commission of a Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) in the spring, which will identify the general station locations and the recommended alternative for the crossing of the New River. A decision on an LPA is necessary to move into the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Project Development process which will allow the project to compete for federal funds through the FTA Capital Improvement Grant program.
FDOT will host three Alternatives Public Workshops (two virtual and one in-person) to encourage as much participation as possible from our community. Registration for all workshops is available here.
Below are the times, dates, locations and information for those that wish to join by phone or to attend in-person.
- Thursday, January 27, 2022, beginning at 3 p.m. to be held virtually
To attend by phone call toll free 1-877-309-2074, access code 146-171-718. - Thursday, January 27, 2022, beginning at 6:30 p.m. to be held virtually
To attend by phone call toll free 1-877-309-2074, access code 125-404-365. - Monday, January 31, 2022, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The In-Person Alternatives Public Workshop will be held at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.
- Parking at the Center is available at no charge in the public garage located at the corner of SW 5th Avenue and SW 2nd Street, across from the Performing Arts Center. - The latest social distancing requirements will be followed.
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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.
Free COVID-19 Testing Site in West HollywoodThe 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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Use Caution on Where You Test & Vaccinate for COVID-19From roadside tents to empty store fronts, testing and vaccination sites are popping up across South Florida. Residents are urged to use caution as many of these locations are charging money for testing, not returning results, or are requiring credit card and social security numbers. They may also be charging service fees.
Residents are encouraged to use sites hosted by Broward County or a municipality, hospitals, or urgent care clinics for COVID-19 testing and vaccinations. These sites are staffed with licensed personnel who can provide expert admissions of testing and vaccinations. They also guaranteed to provide your results as quickly as possible, at no cost to you. If you have any questions, you should consult your primary care physician.
For information and links to testing and vaccination sites in Bro
ward County, please visit the City’s COVID testing and vaccination resource here.
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January Operation Paintbrush Paint Distribution Event - POSTPONEDThe City's supply of recycled paint for the January event has NOT been secured from Broward County. Due to the lack of supply, the January event has been postponed. The City is targeting Saturday, February 12, 2022 as a POSSIBLE date for the next event. Please continue to check the event calendar on the home page of the City's website event calendar for the latest event information.
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.
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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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 5 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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