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letter to the community...

Is it really the end of the summer already? Only a few more days to wear white? (Oh, never mind, this is Florida.)

The kids have been back in school for weeks already. It’s time to start gearing up for the “season”. And it’s time to start putting together your team for the annual HG Scavenger

Hunt on the weekend of Dec. 7 9. Download the Scavify app to get a jump on the competition. A good time guaranteed to be had by all.

So, we’ve been scouting out Hollywood businesses both old and new, interesting stories and characters as always, and the info you need to be an informed citizen of Hollywood.

This month, read about our own Hollywood Superwoman, Chamber of Commerce Board President Sara Lavenka, and what she does in her

spare time.

We talked to city officials about the new ePermitting system and other upcoming changes in how the City of Hollywood does business.

On the lighter side, our friend Clive Taylor has his say about the “Old Publix” downtown, and we talk to some other locals doing good and interesting things.

Let us know if you have any good stuff for us to write about. We’re always looking for stories about Hol-

lywood people, places and things.

Get to know your candidates running in Hollywood's Commission and other important races in next month's issue. Voting is a right, a responsibility and a great privilege. Please do not take it lightly.

And now, I must go put away my white shoes. I am still from New York, after all.

Robin Drulard robin@hollywoodgazette.com

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Hollywood History

Downtown Hollywood Says Farewell to its Love/Hate Relationship with the “Old” Publix

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BY CLIVE TAYLOR

ove and Hate, two pretty strong words, are usually the only two adjectives you hear when people are discussing the “old” Publix, now sitting idle on the East side of the Young Circle ArtsPark as the traffic flows past it or around it on the way to and from the beach.

This “grand dame” of the Publix chain was one of their oldest stores.

Built on the prominent East side of Young Circle sometime around 1963, it stood unchanged until its unceremonious closing this year. The store never received an expansion or major remodel, probably due to the very small footprint of the property, compared to most grocery stores today.

When it was constructed, there were far fewer people in Hollywood, and certainly fewer cars. With virtually no way to expand the footprint of the property, bordered on all sides by roadway, it remained stuck in time — along with some of its customers.

It’s an odd piece of real estate, as it blocks traffic from easily getting from Hollywood Lakes and the Beach to downtown. You literally must drive around the property to continue East or West on Hollywood Blvd.

To understand the reason for this oddity, you must look at the history of the site.

In the ‘20s, Joseph Young wanted to welcome people to his new city, so he constructed the glamorous Hollywood Hotel on this site, using the same exact footprint that still exists for the shopping center that stands today. At that time there was no Federal Highway. The only North-South route was the Dixie Highway. It was 1923.

Back then, most visitors would arrive by train, disembarking at the old Florida East Coast railroad station on Dixie Highway. This beautiful grand hotel facing west was the first thing they would see as they made their way East on Hollywood

Long shot of Hollywood Blvd. looking East, intersected by the Old Publix shopping center.

Clive Taylor at the "new" Publix grand opening on Young Circle

Boulevard.

Smart for the time but very frustrating for today’s drivers.

The Hollywood Hotel was constructed before the “Historic” Hollywood Beach Resort on the beach. When the beach hotel opened, the name was changed to the Park View Hotel to avoid confusion. It was later renamed again, to The Town House Hotel.

(Not to be confused with the old apartment building later erected and imploded on the future site of the Circ Hotel, 1/4 way around the circle to the North.)

I can honestly say, being a lifelong resident of this city, I have never completed a trip to this store without at least some form of entertainment, and I was never disappointed, ever. This site could be the origin of the term we all know and love, “HollyWeird.”

As Hollywood idled for so many years resisting change, so too did our signature downtown grocery store, trapped on all sides with no room to grow.

Some residents just loved this oddball shopping experience, while others loathed it and would even warn their guests, coming for a visit or a party: “Whatever you do don’t stop at the Circle Publix, get it before you get here,” they would say.

Failure to warn a newbie could result in the “OMG have you been to that store?” comment upon the guest’s arrival.

Publix grocery stores are funny things to Floridians — we take possession of them.

You hear people say all the time: My Publix has this, or, I just love My Publix, I know where everything is, or My new Publix just opened.

So when our oldest, most storied

neighborhood Publix closed, many people were waxing poetic about just how much they will miss their old store and the cast of characters that entertained them and made their shopping a real out-of-this-world experience — where Shopping really was “A Pleasure”.

But the times they are a-changin’. Our brand new state-of-the-art Publix, right across from the old one, in the new highrise Circ Hotel building, has opened. The

transition took less than 24 hours! One night the Circle Publix closed and the next day the new one opened.

I was in attendance and I can tell you it was truly exciting to be the first through the doors of My New Publix.

This was my second Publix grand opening. I was also in attendance at the opening of the new Sheridan Publix which replaced a not so old Publix on Sheridan in Dania.

But this Publix ribbon-cutting was far more personal for me, and many residents of Hollywood, as it represented not only the end of our old charming, antiquated Publix and the birth of a new modern state-of-theart shopping experience but also a reflection of bigger changes on the horizon for our stately downtown Hollywood.

The odd parcel of real estate that our “Old Publix” inhabited for so many years is being eyed by developers for another new project. Plans call for demolition and redevelopment, with a possible opening of Hollywood Boulevard, right through to the Circle.

This would be a welcome change to a confusing intersection which appears to have outgrown its meaning and usefulness in today’s thriving downtown Hollywood.

Welcome to our new “Circle Publix” — Same Crowd. Better Lighting.

The Park View Hotel circa 1923. This photo of the original Hollywood Hotel at the site of the “old” Circle Publix shows at least three buses that Joseph Young used to tour people all around Hollywood and Miami, even bring them down from Chicago, DC, etc. (If you bought land, your trip was free!) It also shows the gold dome on the hotel, to the left of the west-facing tower. The dome was on the east, ocean side, rarely visible in photos. The paths are crossing Circle Park, heading to Hollywood Boulevard downtown. No botanical garden yet! At this date, probably 1923, the hotel was still the Hollywood Hotel, but then Young changed it to the Park View Hotel.

Special Thanks to Joan Mickelson of the Hollywood Historical Society for the info on the photo.

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BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY MEDITATION SESSIONS Broward County Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.

Learn techniques to encourage calmness via meditation. Sessions are scheduled from 10:30 a.m.-noon and 6:30-7:30 p.m., and they continue all month on Sept. 11, 18 and 25.

Information: 954-357-7785

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HOLLYWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY LECTURE SERIES 1-4 p.m., Stirling Road Branch Library, 3151 Stirling Road

Enjoy a presentation of “The History of Flamingo Gardens,” with guest speaker Keith Clark, Flamingo Gardens manager director.

Free.

Information: 954-923-5590

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PAINTING BY THE BEACH 5-7 p.m., Hollywood Culture and Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Drive

Join this kickoff event, connect with friends and bond with family as you create fun and memorable experiences through art. Open to anyone dealing with mental illness. Painting by the Beach meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Artists are invited to volunteer at the event.

Register at EventBrite.com and search for “Painting by the Beach.”

Information or to volunteer: 646402-4669

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BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY NEW SCREENWRITERS LEARNING SESSION 6-7:30 p.m., Broward County Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.

Learn to write lessons, readings, movie analysis and give feedback while you network. Admission is free. Sessions

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7 a.m., Hollywood Beach Broadwalk

This 3.1-mile race takes place along the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. An oversized race beach towel will be given to all pre-registered participants. All finishers will receive a medal. Post-race brunch on the beach sponsored by Olive Garden-Aventura and Pei Wei-Aventura. Proceeds benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Information: rundepot@aol.com

continue Sept. 5 and 12.

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DOOBY DOOBY, MOO! 5:30-6:30 p.m., Stirling Road Library, 3151 Stirling Road

Children in kindergarten through third grade can join this free workshop, where families will discover theater’s origins and the process for putting on a production. Participants take on roles of director, choreographer, vocal instructor, stagehand and actor.

Presented with The Friends of the Stirling Road Library.

Information: 954-921-3274

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DOWNTOWN ARTWALK 5-10 p.m., Harrison Street area Enjoy an artisan market with pop-up shops, handmade

items, vintage shopping, boutique goods, a mural tour and more.

Information: 954-924-2980

uCOMEDY & SHOWS

COMING OCT. 13: Jim Jefferies

uMOVIES & MUSIC ARTSPARK LIVE! 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, ArtsPark amphitheater, Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1

HARD ROCK HOTEL 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood

Sept. 7: Goodbye Christopher Robin Sept 14: Sing Sept. 21: D2 The Mighty Ducks Sept 28: Ghostbusters Oct. 5: Inside Out Oct. 12: E.T. Oct. 19: Poltergeist Oct. 26: Coco

Sept. 12: Scorpions with special guest Queensrÿche Sept. 15: Sammy Hagar & The Circle Sept. 25: Christina Aguilera Sept. 26: Australian Pink Floyd Show brings “Time: 30 Years of Celebrating Pink Floyd” Oct. 6: The “Off Color Comedy Tour” featuring Keenen Ivory Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Tommy Davidson and David Alan Grier Oct. 13: Jim Jefferies Oct. 17: Maxwell and 50 Intimate Nights Live with special guest Marsha Ambrosius Oct. 28: Alice In Chains Oct. 30: Mailyn Manson

AP SOUND STAGE SOLAR CONCERT SERIES

Show times: 954-797-5531

Solar concerts feature free shows beginning at 8 p.m.

Sept. 8: Chain Reaction, A Tribute to Styx & Journey Sept. 22: Let it Be, A Tribute to The Beatles Information: 954-921-3500

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YOUR NEXT STEP IS THE CURE HOLLYWOOD 5K

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6:45 a.m., Charnow Park between Garfield Street and Connecticut Street on Hollywood Beach

ARTSPARK AT YOUNG CIRCLE GALLERY

This event raises funds for the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.

Information: hollywood2018. yournextstepisthecure.org

Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m., 1 Young Circle

Information: 954-921-3500

ART AND CULTURE CENTER OF HOLLYWOOD

GLOBAL MEDITATION FOR WORLD PEACE

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, and Noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, 1650 Harrison St.

6-7:30 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

Information: 954-962-7447

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FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE 7-9 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

Information: 954-926-0204

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GRAPES FOR GRADES 6:30-9:30 p.m., Gallery of Amazing Things, 481 S. Federal Highway, Dania Beach

Enjoy wines, gourmet food, live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $100 in advance, $125 at the door.

Information: 954-923-4000, Ext. 117

2018 Florida Biennial: Sept. 14 – Oct. 21 The 2018 Florida Biennial features 64 works by 30 artists who were selected by juror Sarah Fritchey from entries submitted to the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood. The exhibition opens with a reception from 6-9 p.m. on Sept. 14 with the announcement of awards for the Juror’s Pick and Honorable Mention. The reception is free for members and $10 for non-members. Each exhibiting artist may bring one non-member guest free of charge.

This ninth edition of the Center’s Juried Biennial received applications from 291 artists living in 85 cities throughout Florida. In all, juror Sarah Fritchey reviewed 2,050 works from artists working in any media.

September 14, 6-9 p.m.: October 5: Culture Hour: Join a themed Biennial happy hour to bring artists and audiences together. Enjoy a specialty cocktail and view works in three galleries that are dedicated to exhibiting more than 200 artists each year.

Information: 954-921-3274, ext. 244, or email laura@

u Distance Learning Arts Studio: This

program allows students to interact live with teachers, artists and the Art and Culture Center’s exhibitions without leaving their classrooms, using multiple ISDN lines. Sessions deliver free instruction to classrooms and media centers that integrates the arts into a variety of curriculum areas, including math, language arts, history and cultural studies.

Information: 954-921-3274

HOLLYWOOD CITY HALL Mon-Thurs from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., 2600 Hollywood Blvd., 2nd Floor

u Various displays Information: 954-921-3500

artandculturecenter.org.

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BY DAVID VOLZ

Hollywood students go

having strong and positive relationships with students is important to me. But I was able to have good relationships with students but on a wider basis and with more students,” she said.

Arnaez cares very deeply for students and teachers. And she believes it is important to build relationships. “I believe in servant leadership. I believe it is important to listen to teachers, parents and students. It is important to be a good communicator,” she said.

Arnaez believes it important to address the needs of the school but also work with the resources that are available. “We bring together what we have and what the schools and this can be a challenge,” she said.

She believes in the importance of continuing student academic achievement and bringing the community of teachers, parents and students together for this year.

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Superintendent Robert Runcie visits West Hollywood Elementary School School began in Broward County on August 15. Children returned to classes and the routine of pursuing an education. This year, because of the tragic shooting incident at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, security was stepped up at all Broward Schools.

Broward Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie visited a number of schools including West Hollywood Elementary School.

He spoke to the children, teachers and the school’s administrators. He enjoyed the opportunity to talk with the children and offer them encouragement.

A number of Hollywood community leaders visited the school with Runcie. Stacey Kotzen, a leader in the Broward County PTA said she is optimistic about the upcoming year. “I believe we will have a fantastic year,” she said.

Hollywood Hills High School Military Magnet brings together successful students.

Members of the 1973 Hollywood Hills state championship team were honored during the schools first home game on August 24.

First day of school at West Hollywood Elementary Vice Mayor Debra Case visited West Hollywood and liked what she saw. “The kids are happy to be back to school. They're engaged in their school work,” she said.

During a conference after a visit to the schools, Runcie said there were no significant problems on the first day of school.

Chaminade-Madonna plays first game under the lights Chaminade Madonna played its first game under the lights on August 24. The Lions took on a powerhouse team in Deerfield Beach and lost the game 13 to 10. Even though the loss was a disappointment, the game was well attended and the crowd was enthusiastic. During the first quarter, the lights went on and it was announced, “Let there be light.”

Dwayne Bender scored two touchdowns and Stephan Peterman had an interception that he ran back for a touchdown.

Coach Graham was pleased with the team’s performance. “This was a huge win for us. A lot of people are celebrating this game.

Our team played very well today,” he said.

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Jacqueline Arnaez is the principal for Stirling Elementary School.

Jacqueline Arnaez is the new principal at Stirling Elementary School

Approval granted for Montessori elementary school During a recent meeting, the Hollywood Commission agreed to a resolution that will allow Guidepost Montessori at Hollywood Beach to establish an elementary school. It will be located at 2402 Hollywood Boulevard and 18 South 24th Avenue. Guidepost is developing an elementary school program that will include up to 90 students in grades one through eight. The school is in existence and serves children from the area. During the meeting, a number of parents and some the students spoke about the importance of the school. The students described how much they love attending the school.

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Hollywood Hills wins first game of the season against Northeast Hollywood Hills High School enjoyed its first win of the season over Northeast and its first game on campus. The Spartans played well coach Brandon Graham is hoping for a winning season.

Quarterback Gabriel Jackson played well and had two touchdown runs and one run for extra two points after a touchdown. “We played well and the offensive line played very well,” said Jackson.

She has been an educator for 23 years and spent her first 14 years as a classroom teacher.

She most recently served as an assistant principal at Silver Palms Elementary School for one year. Before that, she spent about 12 years at Silver Palms Elementary School where she was a classroom teacher and then become an assistant principal, a position she held for two years.

“I remember when I first became an assistant principal, I was afraid I would not be able to have relationships with students. And

1st Sgt. Manuel Valdez flanked by student battalion commanders Kyle Ozuna and Carlos Galdamez from the Military Magnet program at Hollywood Hills High School.

The Entrepreneur and Leadership Academy A Military Magnet Program at Hollywood Hills High School is doing very well and attracting highly successful students. There are now about 200 students in the program.

While the Academy has a military style theme and the students wear uniforms, the emphasis is on academics, leadership, athletics and service. The students are admitted based on previous academic success and take advanced placement and honors level courses.

The goal is to prepare students for college.

It is not a program designed to get students interested in the military although some students may choose to pursue careers in the military.

“We are a college preparatory program,” said 1st. Sgt. Manuel Valdez. “We have the best and the brightest and we want to develop scholars, leaders, athletes and servants.”

The students take high level academic classes in area such as English, Mathematics, Science, Robotics, Law and other demanding fields. They are also encouraged to join various clubs, music groups and athletic teams at Hollywood Hills High School. They learn about the basics of leadership and the differ-

ent styles of leadership.

“If we are planning a dance, then we would probably have a more democratic style of leadership. But if a building is on fire, then we would have a more authoritarian style of leadership to put the fire out,” said Valdez.

“The students actually play leadership roles in the program.”

Carlos Galdamez is one of the battalion commanders. He enjoys the Academy. “I am learning to organize and use time management to accomplish tasks. We are getting ready for a big annual inspection which is very important,” he said.

Kyle Ozuna, also a battalion commander likes the Academy and is also a Raider commander. He wants to train to be a military officer after high school. “I like to be able to motivate people. I like the friendly environment of the Academy. The academics here are very good,” he said.

The Academy offers various physical programs as well. The Raiders offers physical challenges and tests. There is a drill team and color guard.

Hollywood Hills Robotics program

Robotics and Engineering Teacher Deb Houts and Matthew Tindell, a student leader in the Hollywood Hills High School Robotics program The Hollywood Hills High School Robotics and Engineering program is beginning to really take off. This year about 140 students are participating in the beginning class and about 55 students are in the more advance program. The Spartrons, the robotics, club/ team at the school has done very well in local, state and national competitions and is looking to do even better this year.

“The students are learning about engineering and how it applies to robotics,” said Deb Houts, who teaches robotics and engineering at the school. “They are learning basic skills and how to build and program small robots.”

During the year, the Hollywood Hills robotics and engineering program will be getting drones. The advanced students will receive new robotics equipment and will compete in competitions in the area. They hope to qualify for national competitions.

Matthew Tindale, a student leader in the program is looking forward to the upcoming competitions. “We will build and program a giant robot to participate in local and national competitions. We will get information about the competition and then prepare for it,” he said.

The Hollywood Hills robotics program is growing and is winning recognition.

McArthur Band prepares for upcoming season

The McArthur High School Marching Band on the last day of band camp.

The McArthur High School Marching Band is getting ready for an exciting season.

Band Director Charles Moorer believes this year’s band will be very successful. He is hoping the band will be able to perform at Florida battle of the bands event later this year in Orlando. McArthur will participate in various competitions this year and will perform during halftime at football games.

“We just completed our band camp and the kids really worked hard,” said Moorer. “It was a two week camp. The students like being a part of the band and they like to perform.”

Isabella Zamudio, the head drum major for McArthur has loved being in the McArthur band for four years. She also plays the flute. She leads the band with complete confidence. “We are a good because we have discipline and precision. I feel most alive when I am on the field performing with the band. I love being in the band,” she said.

In April, members of the McArthur wind ensemble will travel to Carnegie Hall to perform. The students in the band are looking forward to the upcoming season and the competitions.

Washington Park Buccaneers Youth Football is underway in Hollywood.

The Washington Park Buccaneers, a very well regarded youth football program has played its opening games. The program offers seven teams divided into age groups. Players can begin their career at age six and continue playing until they are 14. Then many go onto play on competitive high school teams.

Kenyan Barfield, who directs the Buccaneers program is proud of the effort of the coaches and players. “We are providing a positive outlook for kids. They are in a safe environment and they are not playing video games all day,” he said. “They are learning to play football.”

The teams practice every weeknight Monday through Friday and play games on Saturdays. The 14 year old team is considered one of the best youth football teams in the nation. And coaches from some of the most respected high school football programs often come to games and practice to talk to the athletes about joining their programs.

The Buccaneers includes a solid cheerleading program. The girls who are par-

The Washington Park Buccaneers ten year old cheerleaders. They love cheerleading and most hope to cheer in high school. ticipate are very enthusiastic and want to develop skills in the sport. “Most of the girls on the teams always say they want to cheer for a high school team,” said Makeesia Ealey, an assistant coach for the ten year old girls.

McArthur football has a strong team The McArthur High School football is looking forward to a successful season. The Mustangs have a new coach, Pierre Senatus who has led many successful teams over the years. He is coming from Hialeah High School.

“I want to have a successful program and I believe we can have a winning season,” said Senatus. “I think we can do well against the local teams we will be playing. I want us to have a good season and do well in the playoffs. We have a good team this year.”

Top players include Jaylen Taylor, a very talented running back. Jason Lindo plays center and Damion Powell is a leader at tackle. Horace Atkins and T.J. Smith are the quarterbacks.

The Mustangs will face strong teams including South Broward, West Broward, Hallandale and Nova.

Winning is important to Senatus and he hopes that his players will earn college football scholarships. But he also knows football success is often fleeting. He wants the players to focus and academics and to pursue college educations with or without football. “I want my players to go to college and have successful careers,” he said.

And he wants the players to be good citizens. Senatus wants the players to participate in service projects.

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Calista is a very sweet and happy 11 month old residing here in Hollywood, Florida! Some of her favorite activities include going to the beach, watching the boats go by on the Intracoastal every day, playing on the swings, and tormenting her canine sisters! She also loves to watch Jeopardy every night before bed! She loves all foods except lentils, and loves to mimic and learn new things.

Mommy loves her to Pluto and back!

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Hollywood Modernizes Building Permit Process

BY ROBIN KERR DRULARD COMMUNITY CORRESPONDENT robin@hollywoodgazette.com

Have you been putting off a home improvement because the permitting process is just too much of a headache?

Or maybe you know one of those mavericks who skip the permit, risking a fine or shoddy workmanship. Not you of course, but maybe a neighbor?

Well, if so, you can be the first to tell them the good news. Hollywood’s Development Services Division has successfully rolled out a modern, efficient ePermit Building Permit Service!

And as one of the first few cities in the county to offer ePermitting, Hollywood residents can now apply, manage, pay for and schedule inspections for permits and projects online. Homeowners and professionals will save time and multiple trips to City Hall and will be able to start and complete projects sooner.

But wait, there’s more! The new plan is just the tip of the iceberg, according to Shiv Newaldass, Chief Development Officer and Interim Director of Development Services. A master plan has been designed to make the entire permitting process, and procedure of developing property in the city of Hollywood, an easier and more user-friendly affair.

“Just wait another two or three months, and you’ll really have a story to tell,” said Newaldass. “We’ve actually e-processed, in the past month, 550 applications. And for us, that’s about half the volume of print applications that come in during a month, in the smaller permits, and it’s been fairly successful. Residents like it, the examiners like it. They can do a lot of their work, right at the touch of a finger.”

He says that the preliminary data shows the city is capable of handling this level of activity and so far they’ve not had a single complaint.

“We wanted to make sure that we’re doing this all properly,” Newaldass added regarding the rollout.

“We wanted to just test the waters, to see how it works for the general public and for our employees, to make sure it makes sense.”

Now residents, contractors, and tradesmen can submit one of over twenty “short review” permit applications electronically. “Short review” permits are considered small projects that can be reviewed expeditiously, do not require a design professional’s seal and typically only require one or two disciplines to review.

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Because it’s digital, instantaneous and can be done concurrently instead of sequentially, the new process is efficient for the city, residents, and developers. “The goal is to reduce foot traffic and phone calls and make it a better experience for all,” said Andria Wingett, Department of Development Services Assistant Director.

According to the Department of Development Services staff, results have been resoundingly positive, and will hopefully make an impact on Hollywood’s bad reputation as a difficult place to do business.

“And let’s face it,” said Newaldass, “in many cases, perception is reality.”

The city is encouraging e-permitting whenever possible, but if you do find that you need to come to City Hall, you’ll find improvements there, too. The waiting area has been moved and spruced up with comfortable new furniture and courtesy beverages, under the direction of Interim Chief Building Official Dean Decker, with a huge amount of behind the scenes work by Permit Services Supervisor Christina Gordon and Andria Wingett.

They’ve also started a new program called ‘Q-Less’ that allows you to sign in remotely from phone or computer, join a virtual queue before or at the waiting area, leave, and be called for your appointment. This is already available for many development service departments.

“The reason we’re so excited about all of this is that we’re creating an entire structural change of how we do business when it comes to permitting,” said Newaldass, citing the size and frequency of significant projects coming to Hollywood and large investments on the horizon. “We have the infrastructure, the hardware, the software, the training in place, and we’ve trained our team to handle the large projects that are coming in as well.

The e-Permitting procedure is simple and straightforward. First gather required permit documents found online under each respective category and e-mail them to ePermits@hollywoodfl.org. Monitor progress and pay for your permit online and the permit will be emailed to you. Finally, schedule inspections online or call 954-921-3646.

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Hollywood Approves Plan for First New Multi-Tenant Commercial Downtown Office Building in Over a Decade

BY ROBIN DRULARD CORRESPONDENT

The City of Hollywood has announced the approval of a plan for a mixed-use commercial development at the corner of Tyler Street and 20th Avenue, the first new building on the block in many years.

The three-story, Class A building, at 1955 Tyler Street, will feature approximately 16,000 square feet on a relatively small (=/- 73 x 128 feet) downtown triple corner lot. Designed by Hollywood architects Joseph Kaller & Associates, plans include space for 2,119 square feet of retail space on the ground level, 35 executive offices on the second floor and 3,687 square feet of professional office space with bistro-style rooftop dining on the third.

The new building will be equipped with Smart Building Technology and Green Building Features. It will meet the highest hurricane and flood-proofing standards, have a 100kw emergency generator, be fully ADA-accessible and have bike racks and electric vehicle charging stations.

"To me," said Kaller, "it's going to be an edgy, wellarticulated building that will jump-start the rejuvenation of the street. Hopefully, this will propel other downtown landowners to start thinking about upgrading or redeveloping their existing structures to reflect the vitality of the new Hollywood."

The building is the first from-the-ground-up development of Ezekiel Development LLC, headed up by Singapore native and Hollywood resident Michael Ezekiel. Construction financing will be provided by Continental Bank, and the General Contractor selected for the project is Treo Construction.

"We're excited to be a part of the renaissance of downtown Hollywood, and delighted that the building was so beautifully designed," said Ezekiel, a CPA by profession. "We will continue to work with Joe Kaller and Jill Weisberg of the downtown CRA, (who manages the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project as well as other local arts initiatives,) to finalize the exterior decorative design so that it epitomizes the rebirth of the area. Ours is a unique building and we want to reflect that in every detail, as it's the start of the redevelopment of Tyler Street."

"I share their excitement," noted Jorge Camejo, Executive Director of the Hollywood CRA. "I think this building will make a significant statement on Tyler Street both architecturally and functionally. It's an elegant design that addresses form and function working very well together."

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With Hollywood's Pensions 60% Funded, City Negotiates With Three Employee Unions

BY BENJAMIN PALEY

After putting in a lifetime of dedicated service, many look forward to their golden years as a time to spend with loved ones and enjoying the activities they love.

And pension plans are supposed to be a way for employers and employees to put some money aside to be paid back to them upon retirement According to the pension fund website, “The City of Hollywood Employees’ Retirement Fund was established in 1958 to offer a monthly benefit to its employees and their surviving beneficiaries upon retirement due to age, disability or death.”

But City of Hollywood employees may have to find another source of retirement funding if projections of the city’s pension plan remain as melancholy as they currently are. According to City Manager Wazir Ishmael, Ph.D. negotiations are currently underway with the three unions that represent most City employees.

“Each year the City’s required contribution to fund pension costs increases and is now estimated at approximately $60 million annually, yet our pension funds hover around only 60% funded,” explained Ishmael in the city’s quarterly newsletter.

The problem with the pensions “Many baby boomers count on a future stream of income from Social Security, a pension, or both, starting around age 65 and continuing for the rest of their lives.,” said Richard W. Paul, author of The Baby Boomers' Retirement Survival Guide.

“But those retirement benefit programs didn’t count on people spending 30-plus years in retirement, which is becoming more and more common.”

The City of Hollywood has three pension boards tasked by the Commission with maintaining and running the city’s pension funds: the Employees' Retirement Fund Pension Board, the Firefighters' Pension Board, and the Police Officers' Pension Board.

And the Hollywood Commission has historically gone head to head with the pension boards for years. Facing revenue shortfalls in 2010, the City of Hollywood declared financial urgency and began working with the Police Benevolent Association to find cost-saving solutions.

The 13th check controversy Back in 2015, legal action was taken by the city attorney to sue the boards over

13-month bonus checks sent to retired city employees.

One of the conditions that must be met in order for these 13th-month bonus checks to be sent is that the pension fund must not be underfunded — a condition that all three city of Hollywood pension funds have not met.

According to a Sun Sentinel article written by Susannah Bryan on July 10, 2015 titled “Hollywood suing pension boards over perk known as '13th check',” the payments in question “have ranged from $200 to more than $26,000. The cost of the payouts next fiscal year comes to $9 million for all three pension boards, city officials say.”

City spokeswoman Raelin Storey said that the City Commission and city officials are hoping that by stopping these bonus payments to retirees, the fund can heal.

2018 commission candidates weigh in Candidates for the city commission were asked how they felt about the fund’s current condition and how they would improve it if elected to office.

“Having lived in Hollywood for close to 18 years I know this is a gimmick that the city has used repeatedly. It has appeared in the papers before, even in years when city finances are good, the city claims the employee's pension plan is bankrupt, or severely underfunded, and the taxpayers have to bail it out,” Joseph Kaplan, a candidate District One. “Who makes millions off of these deals? What Wall Street investment houses are profiting from these mismanaged pensions?

And do they have a history of mismanaging ours, or any other city's pension plan in the past?”

If he is elected, Kaplan would make sure a reputable management company is watching over the city’s pension system, and he would take heed of whatever recommendations they may have for improvements. Kaplan wrote that this will ensure the pension fund is properly managed “so the taxpayers don't have to keep bailing it out.”

If necessary, Kaplan is prepared to support a citywide financial emergency like the one Mayor Peter Bober declared several years ago to help the pension.

Another commission candidate, Thomas R. Ungleich who is running in District Three, said that “[E]mployee pension costs were a driving force behind the

City of Hollywood's decision to declare a financial emergency several years ago.”

He added that “The main problem, is that prior Commission members erroneously voted for generous union retirement benefits several years ago. It is very difficult to now attempt to convince pension plan members, and especially those pensioners already collecting their benefits, to voluntarily agree to give up those specific benefit provisions that are costing the City almost half of its entire annual budget.”

Since, according to Ungleich, the residents of Hollywood have benefited from having professional fire and police protection over the years, the city should not create an adversarial relationship with these employees by trying to unilaterally cut or get rid of some of the more generous benefit provisions.

“Rather, the City needs to re-open negotiations with the unions, identify the most egregious provisions, and address them for modification,” he wrote in an email to the Hollywood Gazette. “Possibly, future cost-of-living raises, etc., could be held up pending the outcome of those negotiations. If elected, I will make balancing the City Budget my highest priority, realizing that pension plan benefits make up a substantial portion of the total budget.”

For current commissioner Kevin Biederman, who is running for his second six-year term on the commission, the pension fund’s condition has improved greatly since when he began his first term.

He sees the unfunded pension fund gap closing up more and more every year, and that if progress continues the way it is, the pension fund could be fully funded in 27 years.

Biederman is staunchly opposed to raising any resident’s property tax rates to help fill in the gap. Instead, he is looking to bring in more businesses to certain areas, and use the tax revenues from those businesses to help fill in the gap instead.

One example Biederman gave was to rezone certain parts of State Road Seven (US 441) to allow for business development.

Who is responsible for administering the pension funds?

The Employees' Retirement Fund itself is administered by a Board of Trustees, consisting of seven members plus support staff, who are to act “in accordance with the terms of the governing Ordinance solely in the interest of the participants

and beneficiaries of the Fund.”

Board members meet monthly to discuss fund issues and vote when necessary.

According to the fund’s bylaws, the seven members of the board are chosen as follows: two general city employees are elected by their fellow general city employees for a five year term; two are Hollywood residents chosen by the commission for five year terms; one is a fund retiree chosen by other fund retirees for a five year term; the City Manager, or his/ her designee, and a city employee not included in a collective bargaining unit serve without term limits.

The current board members are: Phyllis Shaw, chair; Jeffrey Greene, vice-chair; Christopher Cassidy, Mel Standley, George Keller, Charles Howell, and Robert Strauss.

The Police Officer’s Pension Board members are: Christopher Boyd, Paul Laskowski, Cathleen Marano, Van Szeto, David Strauss (board chair), Ronald Wise (the Mayor’s appointment), and Richard Brickman (the commission’s appointment).

The Firefighters’ Pension Board members are: Jason Rosner (Chair), Christopher Del Campo (the Fire Chief’s representative), Rafael Fuentes, Derek Fleischner, and Brian Wilkie.

Each of the three pension boards have their own rules and bylaws and represent the employees under their jurisdiction.

Hope on the horizon In June, the Hollywood Commission agreed to an ordinance amending the section of city ordinances regarding the Firefighters’ Pension Plan. This creates a new benefit to be known as the Reformed Planned Retirement Benefit. A Reformed Planned Retirement Benefit was adopted for Hollywood Police in March of last year.

Hollywood’s city manager says personnel costs the largest part of any municipal budget and he is “exploring all options for controlling this continually rising expense.”

“This is a shared concern of the City and our employee unions,” said Ishmael.

“Already we have worked to restructure our collective bargaining agreements to reduce this cost for new hires. Now we’re working together to fully explore all options for managing these benefits so we can ensure sustainable and dependable retirement benefits both for the present and into the future."

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Custom Estate Planning Options at Levitt-Weinstein Provide Peace of Mind

BY ROBIN KERR DRULARD CORRESPONDENT

hen it comes to estate planning, people mostly think of practicality. But if you’re Marc Rubin, you also think: personalization.

As the area sales director for LevittWeinstein Memorial Chapels and Cemeteries in Hollywood, Rubin says they are different because they listen, and they care. But he’s being modest. Like his title, the words only hint at the service and unique support you’ll receive when you sit down with him for a pre-planning meeting for yourself or a member of your family.

So it’s not surprising to learn that a whopping 92 percent of Levitt-Weinstein’s business is pre-planned. Nor is it surprising to find out that, although his card says he’s in sales, Rubin, the thirdgeneration in his family business, says he’s really a funeral and cemetery architect.

“I specialize in designing people’s personal life-long legacies and making them a reality,” said Rubin who who still works side by side with his father.

Rubin enjoys the creativity inherent in the design aspect of the business, always asking questions to get a feel for what the family really wants. The end result is a memorial that is more a reflection of the

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life and personality of the loved one.

“They don’t have to look like the every day grave out there. This can look like your home or your estate, something that when people come to visit, they don’t have to think of sadness.”

“For instance,” he recalled, “I had a woman, she was an airline pilot. As soon as she told me that I said, ‘boom!’ and I started drawing.

I created a mausoleum for her that looked like a runway, and she absolutely loved it.”

He designed another one for a tennis player where the patio was a court and the bench was a racquet that you can actually sit on.

Rubin’s passion for facilitating custom solutions for each family is palpable, and his soft demeanor is perfect for the setting and the specialized clientele he serves.

Levitt Weinstein stretches far beyond its frontage on North 72nd Avenue to accommodate resting places from traditional through large “estates” at all prices.

There are even private areas overlooking lakes. And the company’s other properties in and out of the area offer attractive options for families of all sizes and income levels.

“My specialty is these designs, but of course, we take

care of everybody,” he emphasized.

“And not be the grim reaper, but you have to be honest with people. I’m not telling you to go out and make a prearrangement for a 20-year-old, but once you get to over 50, you need to be smart.”

And, after a lifetime in the business, he knows. So, Rubin does seminars and speaking engagements to groups around the area about the importance of estate planning, with his focus of course on the pre-planning phase, after the wills and trusts have been sorted out.

In addition, the family has created a pre-planning guide that gives you a place to put all the information your family needs in one place.

“You want to spare your family the aggravation later, spare them this burden on this, possibly the worst day of their lives,” Rubin added. “We try to make things easy for people and give them some peace of mind.”

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the pet are provided. But unlike foster families, Ambassadors help maximize their pets’ availability and exposure.

Each dog leaves with a bright colored “Adopt Me” vest so that while they’re in parks and other pet-friendly venues, the public will see that the pet is looking for a forever home. Ambassadors can also “market” the pets through social media, going to events, making flyers and posting at work, and networking with their friends and family.

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For information on voting precincts or on how to register to vote, please contact the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office at 954.357.7050.

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Hollywood’s Own Superwoman: Chamber Board President Sara Lavenka Wins National Bodybuilding Competition

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e all know Sara Lavenka as the 2018 President of the Board of Directors of Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. And most people know that she’s also a senior mortgage originator for Mortgage Masters, where she’s been working for almost 20 years.

But it’s always so interesting to find out what our business colleagues do when they’re off the clock. And while Lavenka packs a lot of power into her petite physique, you may be surprised to learn that she recently took first place at an NPC National Show where she won her division and earned her Pro Card to the IFBB (International Federation of Bodybuilding. And it’s only the second competition she’s ever participated in!

“I won my class in my first show which earned me a spot a Nationals where I then won my class again and earned my Pro Card to the IFBB,” she explained proudly.

Lavenka has always been athletic, having studied ballet, played soccer and softball and rode ATVs since childhood. Mostly, recently, she’d been focusing on CrossFit, and working with a nutritional coach. But just last October, while in the gym with her sports trainer husband, she took an interest in weightlifting.

She quickly jumped into it fullforce, changed her diet and workout routine and started training. In less than a year, she went from newbie to champion.

Working out is a way of life for Lavenka.

“If I can’t start my day in the gym, I like to end my day there,” she said. “It helps me figure things out.”

And it is exactly this determination and doggedness that make Lavenka so successful at work, taking care of our Chamber of Commerce and having a personal life while con-

tributing so fully to her city and her favorite causes.

Currently, in her spare time, the Miami native is very passionate about her involvement in the upcoming Grapes for Grades event being presented by Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and benefiting The Hollywood Florida Scholarship Foundation.

“It really impacts kids and gives some of them the opportunity to go to college,” she said. The event takes place on Friday, Sept. 28 at the Gallery of Amazing Things in Dania.

In addition, she’s been involved for several years with the Hollywood Jaycees serving as president from 2011-2013. And her newest passion is the Hollywood Police Athletic League. “The building is a beautiful and totally underutilized facility, and it’s not just about the sports,” she asserted. “They have a computer lab and more, and it’s a wonderful place for kids to go.”

But for Sara Lavenka, mostly, it is, a lot, about the sports. She loves the benefits of exercise, and she always has.

“Working out gives me peace of mind,” she said. “It brings me peace.”

For more information, call Lavenka at 954-699-3109 or email her at saralavenka@yahoo.com.

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Broward voters approve property tax increase Broward County education leaders are pleased that Broward voters approved a half mill property tax rate increase.

On August 29, 2018, Broward County School Board members, Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Superintendent Robert W. Runcie and the Broward Teachers Union (BTU) held a news conference to thank the Broward community for its support of the Secure the Next Generation Referendum.

The Secure the Next Generation ½ mill Referendum was approved by Broward voters during the August 28 primary election. The funds generated from the referendum will be available to the District beginning in the 2019/20 school year, and will provide: Increased compensation

for teachers and school-related staff, additional school security staff at schools and essential programs for students, such as guidance counselors and behavior specialists.

“Thank you to all of our parents, students, teachers, staff and community members for supporting the Secure the Next Generation ½ mill referendum,” said Superintendent Runcie. “Following last year’s tragedy, we remain focused on our shared recovery and healing.

The approval of the referendum is a testament to our community’s commitment to ensuring our schools are safe, our teachers and school-related staff receive better compensation, and our commitment to doing everything we can to support the well-being of our students.”

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arT FroM our earTh, The sea and The sky Contemporary Art Projects USA presents the Pre-Art Basel Miami Week Exhibition curated

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All Together Now THE ART & SCIENCE OF COLLABORATION

BY JEFF JACOB

J

ohn Lennon was 16 when he met Paul McCartney.

John's band, "The Quarrymen" was playing at a church fair in Liverpool. The story goes that at the gig, a mutual friend introduced Paul to John and the two both played music later in the day with John’s band.

The pair was mutually impressed with each other. Their desires were similar, as was their love of music. Their styles and abilities were different. Complimentary. In short order it was apparent to John, just how talented Paul was. And John, as angst-ridden and ego-centric a teen as any, still had the self-awareness, the insight to invite Paul to join him in the band. To share the stage, share their future glory, do the work and equally share ALL writing credit moving forward. A new band was in the works, and soon “The Quarrymen” would be nothing more than an answer to a trivia question.

You know the story here, and it won't be complicated for you to figure out the thrust of this column. Nearly every culture-shifting product introduced to the market place, nearly every cure created to defeat a major illness, nearly every innovative service that becomes available to address a community malady, and yes... the vast majority of #1 songs, spanning popular music from Motown, to Rock, to Broadway and Country… have been the result of collaboration.

In Hollywood, a town bursting with creativity, and a community very enthusiastic about finally busting out from under the shadows of big brother and sister cities, Miami and Ft. Lauderdale,

collaboration between individuals, between non-profits, and between the pubic and private sectors is the secret ingredient to sustainably, and finally pushing our community forward to where it needs and deserves to be.

When you look at the growth of The Yellow Green Market, or the condos rising up in the downtown areas you can see, taste and touch, the tangibility of collaboration.

When you see the worlds largest guitar shaped building taking form right here in Hollywood…you’ll see a common thread. Collaboration.

Here, state and local governments, the Seminole Tribe, and The Hard Rock Company, all game (oops came) together.

Equally, if not more impressive is the cooperative formed by the eight architectural firms sharing their resources, experiences and designs to bring this project to fruition. These firms might typically be competitors.

This project will create jobs, grow tourism, and increase local tax revenue. Some of these dollars will become increased contributions to benefit our schools.

The point of this column, will be to remind each one of you of that which you already know. As thinkers, doers and community leaders you understand that collaboration and strategic planning lead to success, whatever one’s definition of that word is. Let’s call it “measurable community improvement.”

Remember all boats rise, when players get together on any project. More voices at the table. Good ideas becoming great.

Every month, we’ll end with a call to action in this space. So read to the end and collaborate with us!

In the coming months you’ll learn more about this year’s Hollywood Scavenger Hunt, which begins on December 7th. We’re calling this year’s search “The Hunt for Good,” and it will weave together our community, businesses, and non-profits in truly harmonious fashion.

Every year the hunt gets better and this year there will definitely be some cool surprises. Mark your calendar for the free, family-friendly kick-off event Dec. 6 at the Hollywood Jaycee Hall. The BEST part, is that simply by getting together to have some fun, the local community will benefit in multiple ways, on a multitude of projects. Imagine that!

The Hollywood Scavenger Hunt is designed to inspire participants to learn about Hollywood, Florida while having fun, meeting new people and making lifelong memories.

So, as soon as you’re done reading, and

I mean…now, take a minute to download the free app "SCAVIFY" on your phone, search for the Hollywood Scavenger Hunt and create a team name for yourself so you're ready to hit the ground running.

Visit www.hollywoodscavengerhunt. com for more information. You can also follow the hunt on facebook.com/hollywoodscavengerhunt/ All together now, get to it.

SCAN the code below with your phone to download Scavify and join the Hollywood Scavenger Hunt!

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Jeff Jacob is the Founder and Lead Facilitator of THE Song Team www.thesongteam.com He is also a Non-profit Director, Songwriter, TEDx Speaker, and Animal Rescuer.

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HOLLYWOOD BIZNEWS YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE GREATER HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 16TH ANNUAL GRAPES FOR GRADES

Benefitting the Hollywood Florida Scholarship Foundation & the Broward Education Foundation Tools for Schools program.

It is with great pride that the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Hollywood Florida Scholarship Foundation (HFSF), presents the 16th Annual “Grapes for Grades”, a soirée of fine wine, silent auction, tantalizing food and the occasion to socialize with Hollywood’s movers and shakers!

through 12 schoolteachers via the Broward Education Foundation.

Event goers will have the opportunity to sample food from these fine local restaurants: • • • • • • • • • • • •

The event is scheduled for Friday, September 28th, 2018, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Gallery of Amazing Thing, 481 S. Federal Highway. This upscale evening will also feature an unbelievable silent auction which will be live online September 18, 2018, at www.hollywoodchamber. org/grapesforgrades/ one can bid on items or enter a drawing to win an exclusive luxury 10-day cruise for two, you don’t need to be present to win. The evening entertainment will be provided by the one and only DJ ReRe! “Grapes for Grades” benefits the Hollywood Florida Scholarship Foundation (HFSF), a 501(c3) which provides college scholarships to deserving seniors from local Hollywood high schools. For the past 15 years, “Grapes for Grades” has raised over $386,400 dollars for the Foundation and has funded approximately 477 students.

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Special thank you to Grapes for Grades supporters!

BORDEAUX LEVEL • Great Healthworks • Nova Southeastern University • The Rain Law Firm • Union Institute & University • SUN Credit Union MERLOT LEVEL • Boucher Brothers Management, Inc. • Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc. • Centennial Bank • City College • Community Service Foundation of Broward County Robert Giacin Trustee • FPL • Hollywood Beach Marriott • Margaritaville Hollywood Beach

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Resort Memorial Healthcare System NV5 Shuham & Shuham, P.A The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton Tripp Scott Attorneys at Law Veria & Associates www.RentHollywood.com College Student Development Center, Inc.

IN KIND SPONSORS • Elan Brand Builders • JetBlue • Oceana • Union Printing

Single entry tickets are $100 when purchased in advance, $125 at the door. Cruise drawing entry tickets are $100. Also available is a VIP Wine and Dine package for $250 that includes two entry tickets and one luxury cruise drawing entry.

Tickets and packages can be purchased by calling 954.923.4000, or register to bid or purchase tickets at hollywoodchamber.org/ grapesforgrades

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“That’s why people come here.

And we make our own sauce, slice boneless ribeye steak for our steak hoagies. We make our meatballs from our own recipe and serve our salads with home made dressing.”

Sonny’s has been honored with recognition from Channel 2 Check Please, Channel 4 Cheap Eats, SunSentinel, Miami Herald and Sun-Tattler, as well as featured on Diners, DriveIns and Dives, where John cooked his famous foods from scratch with Guy Fieri!

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unbathers and stargazers are invited to the rooftop to sip and socialize at Hollywood’s newest skyline gathering spot. Vibrant and chic, with breathtaking views, relax with signature cocktails and bar bites and let your mind go wherever the moment takes you.

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rakatoa Indonesian Cuisine serves some of the most tasty foods from Indonesia.The Chef / Owner from Lombok, Indonesia brings amazing flavors to Krakatoa. Many dishes are insprired by his memories and experiences as child.

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Hollywood to Begin Enforcing Ban On Plastics Oct. 1 at Food Service Establishments East of the Intracoastal Jennifer Ann Love | PUBLISHER jennifer@hollywoodgazette.com

BY ROBIN KERR DRULARD COMMUNITY CORRESPONDENT robin@hollywoodgazette.com

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Hollywood is cracking down on a ban of plastics east of the Intracoastal, and it’s only taken 44 years.

Actually, we’re really lucky that we can enforce it, says Cat Uden, Broward Chair of Surfrider and South Florida Campaign Organizer for Oceana. A recent law passed by Tallahassee would allow the state to sue any city that tried to pass such a ban enacted now, but Hollywood is grandfathered in.

Beginning October 1, according to Chapter 97.05 of the City of Hollywood Code of Ordinances, (Ord. O-74-85, passed 8-7-74) any establishment located east of the Intracoastal Waterway selling food intended for consumption by customers off the premises of their business, is included in the ban.

That includes anything made of styrofoam commonly used in takeout containers, disposable coffee cups, single-use utensils, and dinnerware. Cups, lids, straws, plates, bowls, utensils, sandwich containers, or other packaging, which are made of plastic, polystyrene plastic, or of any nonbiodegradable material are also banned.

Tammy Soffer | DIRECTOR OF SALES tammy@hollywoodgazette.com Robin Kerr Drulard | COMMUNITY CORRESPONDENT robin@hollywoodgazette.com Joyce Bluestein | MARKETING CONSULTANT joyce@hollywoodgazette.com Ivan Santiago | ADMINISTRATIVE ASST. ivan@hollywoodgazette.com Carlos Perez | GRAPHIC DESIGNER + PHOTOGRAPHER creative@hollywoodgazette.com David Volz | REPORTER Benjamin Paley | EDITOR & REPORTER For more information on the ordinance, call the City of Hollywood Code Compliance Division at 954.921.3061.

Click here to view the Reusable Foodware Service Guide, published by the Clean Water Fund. Click here to learn more about becoming a Surfrider Foundation certified “Ocean Friendly Restaurant.” Or email chair@ broward.surfrider.org.

ELECTION DAY WORKERS NEEDED

The Broward County Supervisor of Elections is seeking Election Day Workers to serve their community by working in a variety of positions. Paid volunteers are trained in positions such as clerk, voting system technician, poll deputy, call center operator and more. To apply to become an Election Day Worker, please visit https://www.browardsoe.org/ and click on the “Election Day Works Information” found under the menu on the left rail. You may also call 954.459.9911 for additional information and orientation class schedule.

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HOLLYWOOD HILLS POOL HOME

GRANDVIEW CONDO IN HOLLYWOOD EMERALD HILLS

Spacious 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath ”GRANDVIEW” Condo located in Hollywood Emerald Hills. Unit in a 24 hour gated guarded complex with garage parking. Large living and dining area, eat-in kitchen, both bedrooms have full baths, master has dressing area with 2 walk-in-closets, den/office easily converted to formal dining. Full size washer/dryer, extra storage space. All sliding doors open to large screened balcony with shutters.

Enjoy gym, heated pool, jacuzzi, barbecue area. Near shopping, I95, Airport, Houses of worship, beach. New Price $144,900 MORE UNITS AVAILABLE UP TO $250,000

Spacious, 4/3, pool home in Hollywood Hills!

It’s all about location and the gorgeous yard— great for entertainment! Offered at $439,000

“I make te real esta easy!”

ay Ray & Lucy Miccio Call us tod r u o y ll The Preferred Team! for a needs!

954.270.2163 Direct real estate micciol@comcast.net

Bernard Shapiro 954-830-3275 www.bernardshapiro.com bershapiro@aol.com

WE LOVE SOUTHEAST FLORIDA!

SOLD: Renaissance!

Gorgeous & spacious. Panoramic Intracoastal and city views.

1800 sf, huge balcony. $629,000

SOLD: Olympus,Three Islands!

Stunning bay & marina views from this 1580 sf 2/2.

Gourmet kitchen, all amenities plus courtesy bus. $299,000

a Please call us for consult before you list your home! We are experienced and successful!

3319 SHERIDAN ST. HOLLYWOOD, FL | FLORIDAMOVES.COM/HOLLYWOOD

Expert

Vision Care Eye Surgeons and Consultants is one of the most respected ophthalmology groups in South Florida. Our physicians, Dr. Alan Mendelsohn and Dr. Nathan Klein provide up-to-date eye care services with state of the art equipment in a beautiful and relaxing office setting.

Alan Mendelsohn, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Nathan Klein, O.D.

- “Top Doctor” Awardee Twelve Consecutive Years

- Comprehensive Adult and Pediatric Care

- Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Fellowship Trained

- Renown Contact Lens Specialist

- Pioneer Cataract Surgeon

- Expert in Diagnosing and Treating Dry Eyes

Our extended hours include Sunday mornings and Monday evenings

4651 Sheridan Street, Suite 100, Hollywood, FL 33021 954.894.1500

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for sight-saving suggestions!

Linda Rose/ Elaine Hedleston Team Linda cell: 954-559-1680 Elaine cell: 954-629-9105