City Commission Workshop: Meeting Procedures
Thursday, June 30th
The City Commission will be participating in a Meeting Procedural Workshop on Thursday, June 30th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Boulevard, room 219. The workshop will be live streamed on the City's website, and can be seen on Comcast, Channel 78 and ATT U-Verse Channel 99.
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Annual Waterline Flushing Program Set to Begin July 11th. Water Remains Safe to Drink. The City of Hollywood Department of Public Utilities will begin its Annual Free Chlorine Line Flushing Program on July 11th. The free chlorine portion of this program will end August 15th. The water distribution system line flushing may continue across the city for an additional two weeks to achieve optimal system maintenance through August 25th if necessary.
The Annual Flushing Program is used to help rid the water distribution pipelines of any accumulated sediments. The hydrant flushing may temporarily cause cloudy or discolored water, which should settle and clear in a few hours after flushing. The cloudiness is due to the sediments in the pipelines and it is not harmful or hazardous.
Typically, flushing will take place in the evening hours between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. when the demand for water is low. During the water line flushing period, the Water Treatment Plant will temporarily change its method of disinfection from chloramines to free chlorination. Residents may notice a change in the taste and odor of the water during this time.
PLEASE NOTE: The city will discontinue Free Chlorination as of August 15. Owners and managers of businesses with fish and shellfish holding tanks and users of kidney dialysis machines are advised that regular methods for testing and removing free chlorine will not be effective during the remainder of the flushing period. It will be necessary to test and adjust for chloramines after August 15th.
For questions, please call City of Hollywood Water Quality at 954.967.4230 (option 2). Or the Water Treatment Plant at 954.967.4230. Ask for Luis Montoya, Public Utilities Manager, or Jorge Marin, Water Treatment Plant Superintendent.
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Enhanced Parking Enforcement & Towing Operation UnderwayDue to railway, pedestrian and other safety concerns, an enhanced parking enforcement and towing operation is now underway along Dixie Highway and N. 21st Avenue from Sheridan Street to Hollywood Boulevard.
Following the installation of “No Parking, Tow Away Zone” signage from Sheridan Street to Hollywood Boulevard in the swale along the FEC Railway corridor, warnings have been issued over the past several months.
Code Compliance, in partnership with the Hollywood Police Department, Parking Division and City contractor A Superior Towing, is conducting a towing operation along the corridor. Unauthorized personal and commercial vehicles, tractors and trailers found within designated “No Parking” areas, in the public right-of-way, or on a swale will be towed at the owner’s expense. A Superior Towing Services can be reached by calling 954.424.8781. Their office and vehicle impound facility is located at 2395 SW 66th Terrace, Davie, Florida, 33317.
Please visit the Broward County Department of Environmental and Consumer Protection Division here for all applicable towing and storage fees.
Enhanced parking and towing operations will continue until further notice, and are expected to expand to include the entire Dixie Highway/ N. 21st Avenue corridor from Sheridan Street to Pembroke Road in the coming months.
For additional questions regarding this towing operation, please contact Code Compliance at 954.921.3061. For additional questions related to parking, please call the Parking Division at 954.954.3535.
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City of Hollywood
Advisory Board AppointmentsApplications are Still Being Accepted
The City of Hollywood is still seeking applicants to serve on various Boards and Committees of the City on a voluntary basis. The deadline to apply is August 4, 2022 for the City Commission to appoint on September 7, 2022. The Office of the City Clerk is currently accepting applications for vacant or expiring positions that exist on the following:
- Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
- Civil Service Board
- Education Advisory Committee
- Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District Board
- General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory Committee
- Historic Preservation Board
- Sustainability Advisory Committee
To be considered for any appointment, applicants must comply with specific requirements for each board/committee. You can apply on line at the City’s website.
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.
Note: Appointment for the Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District Board will be made in November 2022.
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Sign Up for the Emergency Notification SystemThe City of Hollywood has launched a new emergency notification system called Alert Hollywood. Used by many government agencies throughout Florida, Alert Hollywood notifies residents through phone calls, e-mails and/or text messages to mobile phones of an emergency in the community such as a hurricane watch or warning, flash flood warning, tornado warning, serious police situations and other critical incidents.
Visit the City's website to access the Alert Hollywood registration page. On the registration page, click on the "Sign Up" link located just below the login fields. After you submit your information, you will receive Alert Hollywood notifications whenever an alert is issued. Alerts may be received by phone and/or email address. Severe weather alerts issued by the National Weather Service are automatically issued through the Alert Hollywood system if you elect to receive those notifications. The Alert Hollywood service is free to the public. Text message fees by your wireless carrier may apply depending on your mobile phone plan.
ALREADY HAVE AN ALERT HOLLYWOOD ACCOUNT? If you already have created an Alert Hollywood account, simply type your username and password in the appropriate fields on the Alert Hollywood registration page and click on the "Sign In" button to log into your account.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR HOLLYWOOD CodeRED SUBSCRIBERS: The City of Hollywood no longer uses the CodeRED emergency alert system. If you would like to receive emergency notifications from the City of Hollywood, you must register for the Alert Hollywood service.
Alert Hollywood is powered by the Everbridge critical event management software platform.
Stay informed - register for Alert Hollywood today!
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NOTICE: 40-Year or Older Building Safety Inspection ProgramThe City of Hollywood’s Building Division has sent 40-Year Building Safety Inspection notification letters to all 1,909 property owners generated from Broward County’s 2022 list. The 50-Year Building Safety Inspection notification letters are slated to be mailed shortly. All letters are sent via certified mail to affected property owners, and corresponding Homeowner Associations See if your building is on the list, visit the City's website here.
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Spraying to Reduce Mosquito Larvae in Areas of the CountyDue to the unusual amount of rain recently, the Broward County Mosquito Control Section is spraying larvicide to reduce the development of mosquitoes, such as the Aedes aegypti, a known disease-transmitting mosquito and aggressive biter. Larvicide kills mosquito larvae before they can become flying, biting adults.
Truck-mounted sprayers are applying larvicide between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., weather permitting, in areas of Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Dania Beach and Broward Municipal Services District. See spray locations for Hollywood here.
The larvicide being used is VectoBac WDG. This product is not harmful to humans, pets, bees, aquatic habitats or environmentally sensitive areas. The active ingredient is Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti, strain AM6552), a naturally occurring, biodegradable bacterial mosquito larvicide. It is certified by the Organic Materials Review Institute and is registered for use by the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, VectoBac WDG has been reviewed by the World Health Organization and is listed as a recommended formulation for control of mosquito larvae.
Broward County Mosquito Control Section continues to work closely with the Florida Department of Health and Code Enforcement partners in Broward's 31 municipalities to reduce the population of mosquitoes and their habitats.
Residents and business owners are encouraged to reduce potential mosquito breeding habitats by regularly surveying their property to remove any standing water found in buckets, tires, planters, birdbaths and fountains. By reducing the number of mosquito breeding habitats, residents will reduce the number of adult mosquitoes that could transmit diseases.
Residents experiencing mosquito problems can request service by calling 311 or by completing the online Mosquito Service Request Form
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Broward County Transportation Surtax Rehabilitation and Maintenance (R&M) Projects Set to Begin in Hollywood
Multiple paving and resurfacing roadway projects are underway in the City and will continue for 7-8 months,. Planned roadway construction will include:
- Pavement Milling - Repaving - Drainage Repairs - New Sidewalk Installations - ADA Cross Ramp Installations (where needed) - Pavement Restriping
Roadway construction is set to take place at the following locations:
- North 58th Avenue between Johnson Street and Sheridan Street - Liberty Street between North Park Road (N. 33rd. Avenue) and N. 31st Avenue - North Park Road from Sheridan Street to Oak Drive - North 26th Avenue from Taft Street to Sheridan Street - West Park Road from North Park Road to North 40th Avenue - Raleigh Street from North Park Road to North 38th Avenue - Sarazen Drive from North 35th Street to North 46th Avenue
Prior to construction, a notice with additional information regarding the project will be distributed to property owners within the affected area.
Funding for these roadway improvement projects is provided by the Broward County Mobility Advancement Program (MAP) “Penny for Transportation” Surtax Funds. Learn more about MAP, the advisory board and more at the dedicated website here.
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Temporary Park Closures for GOB Project ImprovementsConstruction is underway at several Hollywood parks as part of the voter-approved General Obligation Bond. Thank you for your patience while these improvements to your neighborhood parks take place. To learn more about the GO Bond Projects, please visit the dedicated webpage on the City's website here. Poinciana Park The playground is currently closed as construction is underway. This voter-approved General Obligation Bond Project includes replacing the playground equipment, safety surfacing, shade cover, and ancillary park equipment. It also includes upgrading the dog park and resurfacing the basketball court.
Zinkil Park
Construction is underway to replace the playground equipment, safety surfacing, shade covers, swing set/turf and ancillary park equipment. The playground will be closed for the duration of the project.
Police Athletic League (PAL) Game Field
The PAL game field is currently closed for Bermuda grass renovation.
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FDOT Sheridan Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project Full Bridge Closure over the Intracoastal Waterway The SR 822/Sheridan Street Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway is fully for closed for approximately 90 days. Eastbound traffic will be detoured via US-1, Hollywood Boulevard, or Dania Beach Boulevard. Westbound traffic is being detoured via SR A1A, Hollywood Boulevard, or Dania Beach Boulevard. Access to local traffic and the Anne Kolb Nature Center will be maintained at all times via eastbound SR 822/ Sheridan Street before the bridge. Pedestrian access is also detoured.
Project improvements include installing bicycle-friendly/anti-slip walking plates along the bridge’s moveable spans, removing existing curb and adding a 32-inch traffic barrier 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.
Bridge opening times for marine traffic will be impacted through September 2022. The temporary bridge opening schedule is, as follows:
Daily, between 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
One side of the bridge will open on the quarter hour and three-quarter hour. Boaters needing a full opening should provide 4-hour advance notice.
Sunday-Fridays, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
The bridge will be closed. Boaters needing a full opening should provide 24-hour advance notice. Full openings are available only between midnight and 1 a.m.
Friday-Sunday, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Single-leaf openings will be provided on the quarter and three quarter hour. A full opening will not be provided during this time.
The vertical clearance across both spans will be reduced by 5-feet for the installation of a containment system for the duration of the project.
These timing adjustments are needed in order to complete operations during the full bridge closure, which also begins Monday, June 13 through September 2022, weather and unforeseen conditions permitting. This work is part of the SR 822/Sheridan Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project. Construction began January 22, 2022 and estimated completion date is Late 2022.
For more information, please visit the FDOT project page here
Utility Work Underway on N. 26th Avenue from Sheridan Street to Taft Street
Full Roadway Closure - Motorist Encouraged to Seek an Alternate Route As part of the Utility Improvement Project, City contractor Man Con are working on N. 26 Ave between Taft Street and Sheridan Street. Crews will be installing approximately 5,900 linear feet of new water lines, 1,300 linear feet of drainage pipes and 2,200 linear feet of Exfiltration Trenches. Upon completion of this work, the roadway will be resurfaced & striped.
Motorist should seek an alternate route around this full roadway closure to avoid delays. Flagmen will be in place to re-route local/residential traffic. Driveway and pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the improvement project.
In general, workers will be on-site between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily, with construction taking place 5-days a week, weather permitting. This improvement project is expected to be completed by mid-November. Resurfacing of N. 26th Avenue from Taft Street to Hollywood Boulevard was completed in May.
Temporary Roadway and Sidewalk Closures on Johnson Street from I-95 to East End of Sunset Golf CourseCity of Hollywood contractor MBR Construction is completing a new concrete sidewalk installation along the north side of Johnson Street in this area. There will be closures to vehicular and pedestrian traffic, therefore it is recommended to seek an alternate route during construction. In general, the workers will be on-site between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. They will reopen the travel lane when they finish work every day at approximately 4 p.m., but the sidewalk will remain closed at all times until the project has been completed by approximately mid-June.
One Lane Closed on Sheridan Street Turnpike Overpass For Emergency RepairDrivers are encouraged to seek an alternate route
One eastbound lane on the Sheridan Street Turnpike Overpass in the City of Hollywood is closed to vehicular traffic due to a truck that hit the underside of the overpass causing significant damage to the structure. The truck was carrying heavy construction equipment while traveling northbound on the Florida Turnpike. One eastbound lane remains open and the westbound lanes are not affected.
Broward County and the Florida Department of Transportation are working together to evaluate and repair the damage.
The County is helping to reduce traffic congestion in that area by synchronizing the traffic lights to maximize the flow of traffic. Drivers are encouraged to seek an alternate route until repairs are completed.
Roadway and Lane Closures for SW 30th Avenue under I-595.Temporary roadway and lane closures are underway for SW 30th Avenue under I-595 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Friday, July 1st. The temporary closure will allow for Highway contractors, to remove construction material from Pier 35 to Pier 36 on the 1-595 Bridge, underneath 30th Avenue. Detours will be in place to direct motorists around the construction crews. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternate route to avoid delays.
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Homeowners Assistance Funding AvailableThe Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) was established under Section 3206 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and provides more than $676 million in financial assistance to Florida through the United States Department of the Treasury. The state of Florida submitted its HAF plan to the Treasury on August 20, 2021, the program plan was approved on February 09, 2022.
For more information about the program, view the Florida Homeowner Assistance Fund Needs Assessment and Plan.
Available Options for Relief
• Mortgage • Utilities • Homeowners Insurance • Property Taxes • Homeowner/Condo Association Fees • Internet
Eligible Homeowners
• Must have experienced a financial hardship after, or that continued after, January 21, 2020. • Must be a Florida homeowner and requesting assistance for their primary residence.
Per U.S. Treasury Guidelines, priority is given to Florida’s most vulnerable homeowners who are defined by the following criteria:
- The annual household income is less than or equal to 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI) (or 100% of the U.S. AMI, whichever is greater); and
- The eligible property is in a census tract with a median income that is less than or equal to the U.S. AMI; and
- The applicant is a Socially Disadvantaged Individual, or the eligible property is in a Florida economically distressed rural county or city.
Registration/Application- Homeowners can visit Homeowner Assistance Fund - FloridaJobs.org to complete the first step in determining their eligibility.
- Registration will take 5-10 minutes to complete, and no documentation is required. After registering, the homeowner will receive an email with a confirmation number.
- Potentially eligible homeowners will be invited by prioritization to complete an application. The application can be completed online or at a Customer Assistance Center (locations TBD). The confirmation number received during registration will serve as the reference number for the application.
Required Documentation At a minimum, applicants will need to provide a U.S.-issued government photo identification. Additional documentation, including, but not limited to: mortgage statement(s), utility statement(s), property tax statement(s), homeowner insurance statement(s), homeowner association statement(s), and internet service statement(s), will be required based on the type of assistance requested.
Payment Process DEO will disburse HAF financial assistance directly to mortgage lenders/servicers, land contract holders, manufactured/mobile home lenders, local taxing authorities, property and flood insurance carriers, utility service providers, and internet/broadband service providers. Once a homeowner completes a program application, provides the required documentation, and is approved for the program, the funds will be disbursed to the appropriate party.
For detailed information on the HAF contact the Department of Economic Opportunity at 833.987.8997 or email HomeownerAssistanceFund@DEO.MyFlorida.com
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Surveying Taking Place for Sewer Extension Project – N. Park Rd. to 40th Ave. & Wilson St. to Arthur St.
The City of Hollywood is expanding its municipal sewer collection system within the limits of the designated area indicated above. To help facilitate this process, survey information will need to be collected from each property within this designated area. Information to be collected during the survey includes identifying the location of an existing septic tank, and sanitary sewer cleanout(s). This service will be provided at no cost to the property owner. Access to the inside of your home is not required, and survey crews will only need access to the exterior of your property around the outside of your home.
The City of Hollywood is under contract with EAC Consulting Inc. and Gibbs Land Surveyors to collect this necessary information. We ask for your cooperation by allowing authorized personnel from Gibbs Land Surveyors and EAC Consulting, Inc. access to the exterior of your property. Upon request, crews will provide identification prior to entering private property.
Gibbs Land Surveyors
Steve Seeley
Charles McLeod
Jerry Jean
Ricardo Jackson
EAC Consulting, Inc.
Eduardo Garces
Elias Guevara
Matheus Dutra
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Call or Log On and Report ItResidents 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 more information on:
For Police and Fire non-emergency situations, please call 954.764.HELP (4357) Emergency situations: call 9-1-1
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COVID-19 Testing InformationPlease visit the City's website for information on COVID-19 testing site options in Hollywood and within Broward County. Options are available for those with medical insurance and for those who do not have insurance.
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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 found across South Florida. Residents are urged to use caution as many of these locations are charging everyone for testing and service fees, not returning results, or are requiring social security numbers.
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 patients with insurance. If you have any questions, you should consult your primary care physician.
For information and links to testing and vaccination sites in Broward County, please visit the City’s COVID testing and vaccination resource here.
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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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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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