From the Desk of the City Manager On Tuesday afternoon, at the request of members of the New Image Task Force including Rita Gambardella, Kim Longmire and Clive Taylor along with Terry Cantrell from the Hollywood Lakes Association, we held a meeting with the group, District 1 Commission Case and a number of staff to discuss issues ranging from Downtown redevelopment to code enforcement to conditions and improvement plans for Federal Highway. We also discussed the successes of our Police Department in reducing crime in the area, as well as storm debris removal and plans for the Hollywood Beach Golf Course. It was a good discussion and allowed us to provide information and background on several important issues. We appreciate the interest of this group over the years in supporting improvements along the Federal Highway Corridor and Downtown Hollywood. On Wednesday I joined Coral Springs Vice Mayor Dan Daley and host Frank Loconto at the BECON TV studios in Davie to tape a future episode of CountyLine, BECON s public policy and education program that is broadcast statewide. The topic of discussion focused mainly on Hurricane Irma recovery but also included other City-related issues including area infrastructure. The CountyLine talk show provides in-depth information and analysis on national, state and local issues of import. BECON broadcasts educational and instructional programs on WBEC-TV, channels 63 on AT&T U-verse, Direct TV, dish Network, and Channel 19 on Comcast. The episode is scheduled to air within the next two weeks. I will keep you posted on the exact broadcast schedule as soon as it is published. Progress continues on Hurricane Irma debris removal. Over 60 hauling crews are working seven days a week and have removed over 200,000 of the estimated 350,000-400,000 cubic yards of storm debris. Collections continue to take place curbside while additional crews work to clear alleyways of hangers, leaners and other hazards. It is important to note that crews working in alleyways may leave the debris they have cut down for the collection crews operating specialized equipment who are following close behind. My thanks to the many people in the Department of Public Works who are working tirelessly on recovery in the City. One of those hard working individuals, Assistant Public Works Director Karen Arndt, is moving on to a new opportunity with Miami-Dade County. We wish Karen the best of luck in her new endeavor and thank her for her many years of service to the residents of Hollywood. 1
From the Desk of the City Manager (continued) While we say good bye to Karen we welcome Cintya Ramos who has been named the new Finance Director for the City. Cintya comes to Hollywood by way of Miami Beach where she was responsible for their $605 million dollar operating budget. Prior to Miami Beach, she spent six years with the City of Philadelphia in Budget and Finance. Join me in congratulating Cintya who begins with the City on Monday, November 6 th. 2
QUIPS WEEK OF OCTOBER 23 OCTOBER 29, 2017 Water Main Replacement Program Hollywood Boulevard to Sheridan Street from US1 to the Intracoastal Water meter relocation continues in the area between Arthur Street and Johnson Street, 17 th Court to 14 th Avenue. The contractor will continue reconnecting water services south of S Northlake Drive, between 7 th Avenue and 13 th Avenue. Asphalt crew will be restoring alleys south of Johnson Street between 13 th Avenue and 9 th Avenue. The contractor will be grouting and abandoning existing water mains between 13 th Avenue and 8 th Avenue between Johnson Street and N Northlake Drive. A traffic plan is in place and traffic is being redirected accordingly. Johnson Street to Taft Street from N. 66 th Avenue to N. 74 th Terrace Crews will be on site continuing to install water mains and restoring pavement along Taft Street between N. 68 th Avenue and N. 66 th Avenue. A traffic plan is in place and traffic is being redirected accordingly. Davie Road Extension from near N. 72 nd Avenue, south to University Drive Crews will be on site installing approximately 6,600 LF of 12 inch water main and restoring pavement along the east-side of Davie Road Extension, from the intersection with N. 72 nd Avenue, south towards University Drive. A traffic plan is in place and traffic is being redirected accordingly. State Road 7 Lift Stations W-12, W-13, W-23 and W-24 The contractor will start pavement restoration of the eastbound lane on Funston Street between 62 nd Avenue and State Road 7. A traffic plan is in place and traffic is being redirected accordingly. Inflow/Infiltration Reduction Program Hollywood Boulevard to Johnson Street from N. 64 th Avenue to N. 72 nd Avenue Crews will be on site installing CIPP for approximately one month. Traffic impacts will be minimized as much as possible. Buchanan Street from N. 67 th Avenue to N. 68 th Avenue Crews will be on site installing new manholes for approximately three weeks. impacts will be minimized as much as possible. Sheridan Street to Stirling Road from 31 st Avenue to 42 nd Avenue Crews will be on site monitoring sewer mains for approximately three weeks. impacts will be minimized as much as possible. Traffic Traffic 3
CURRENT Gallery Exhibition Hollywood Underwater September 25 th through November 17 th Hollywood photographer Keat Ooi captures images of marine life off Hollywood Beach. As a passionate diver, he interacts with the aquatic environment and photographs stunning underwater images. His exhibit invites guests to leave the terrestrial world, submerge, and explore the marine environment. The gallery is open to the public Monday Thursday from 11:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Admission is free. Please note the gallery is closed Friday through Sunday. Hollywood Hot Glass Visitors can interact with glass-blowing artists in crafting their own unique piece and experience the wonderful art of glass. The studio specializes in custom installations and one-of-a-kind art pieces. Glass pieces can be created especially for you or as the perfect gift. Walk-in workshops and live demonstrations are held on Monday, Thursday and Friday from 5:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 2:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. For more information, please call 954.732.7231. Friday, October 27 Enjoy family fun with a DJ, face painters, games, bounce houses and more in the Meadow (SW quad) from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. A WPLG Local 10 Top 10 Place to Take the Kids. Admission is free. ArtsPark Movie Night Friday, October 27 Featuring, Gremlins (PG), from 8:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. on the Amphitheater Screen. Lawn seating is available. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Admission is free. For more information, please contact Chuck Ellis, Director, Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, 954.921.3404. 4
CURRENT (continued) Halloween Community Open House Saturday, October 28 Sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children s Hospital, this event will be held from 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. at 1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive. There will be activities, games, a pumpkin patch, inflatables and information provided to increase awareness of the facility, services and physicians. For more information, please call 954.265.2000. Hollyweird Halloween Event Saturday, October 28 Sponsored by the New Hibernians, this free event celebrating Halloween will be held at the 1900 Block of Hollywood Boulevard (both east and westbound lanes) from 6:00 p.m. 2:00 a.m. The event will begin with safe trick-or-treating for kids and later in the evening a best costume contest for adults. For more information, please call 954.658.3894. UPCOMING Food Trucks Monday, October 30 Bring a blanket or lawn chair and a hearty appetite. The food trucks are at ArtsPark every Monday from 5:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Select from over 20 different food trucks. Admission is free. Menu prices vary. Visit http://burgerbeast.com/arts-park/ for this week s truck line-up. ARTastic Collaborations Wednesday, November 1 Wednesday, December 13 (1st Session) Children ages 6 10, that appreciate both visual and performing arts, will enjoy this interdisciplinary program that will truly unleash their imagination. Classes will be held at the Art and Culture Center Arts School located at 1626 Harrison Street from 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. For the first half of the afternoon students will be immersed in drawing, painting, and mixed-media art. The second half of the lesson will include instruction in drama, improvisation, storytelling, music and movement. Session 2 will begin Wednesday, January 10 th. For more information, please visit artandculturecenter.org/education or call 954.921.3274. 5
UPCOMING (continued) Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization Complete Streets Public Meeting Thursday, November 2 The City of Hollywood would like to invite you to attend this meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Boulevard Heights Community Center located at 6770 Garfield Street. The City is applying for an MPO Complete Streets Initiatives Program Award in excessive of $8 million dollars. If the grant is awarded, the City will begin planning for four mobility improvement projects in the Beverly Park neighborhood and neighboring areas east of US441. While there will be no formal presentation, the public meeting will be a great opportunity for the community to see project plans information on display and staff will be available to discuss the proposed project, construction plans and answer questions and individual concerns. Funtastic Friday Friday, November 3 Enjoy family fun with a DJ, face painters, games, bounce houses and more in the Meadow (SW quad) from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. A WPLG Local 10 Top 10 Place to Take the Kids. Admission is free. ArtsPark Movie Night Friday, November 3 Featuring, Beauty & the Beast (1991) from 8:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. on the Amphitheater Screen. Lawn seating is available. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Admission is free. For more information, please contact Chuck Ellis, Director, Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, 954.921.3404. Humana Rock N Roll 5K Participants will gather at Charnow Park beginning at 6:00 a.m. for registration; the race starts at 7:00 a.m. This event is sponsored by Exclusive Sports Marketing, Inc. of South Florida to promote health & wellness amongst Humana s employees and South Florida residents. Admission is $25.00. For more information, please call 651.504.2001. 6
UPCOMING (continued) Lily s Light Kites for a Cure Participants will gather beachside at North Beach Park from 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. to decorate and fly kites in memory of their loved ones. This family event is to benefit lung cancer research and to raise awareness of the disease, sponsored by Bonnie J. Addarrio Lung Cancer Foundation. For more information, please call 650.598.2857. Hope 4 Hollywood Come out to the Amphitheatre at the ArtsPark at 6:30 p.m. to enjoy a time of uplifting music, a bounce house for the children and testimonies from people that have gone from being hopeless to hope filled. Bring your blanket or beach chair as we celebrate this free event under the stars. Full Moon Drum Circle Bring a drum or other percussion instrument to this free guided drum circle from 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. For more information visit www.hollywoodfl.org/events or call 954.926.0204. ZERO, Prostate Cancer Run Sunday, November 5 (Rescheduled from 9/23/17) Presented by Split Second Timing, participants will gather at Charnow Park beginning at 6:00 a.m. for registration; the race starts at 7:30 a.m. The goal of this fundraiser event is to introduce awareness of prostate cancer and the importance of early testing. For more information, please call 202.303.3111. 7