Hollywood Police Launch New Program: School Zone Safety Cameras To Combat Speeding And Enhance Student Safety

August 15, 2024

Speeding in school zones poses a serious and potentially fatal risk. To address this issue, the City of Hollywood has implemented a school zone safety camera program aimed at reducing the number of speeding vehicles in these areas. This program will cover 33 public, private, and charter schools. School zones are clearly marked with additional speed limit signs, regulatory time placards, and photo-enforced signs. These warning signs will assist in slowing down traffic, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. Cameras will be used to identify vehicles exceeding the posted speed limit. Drivers caught speeding 11 mph or more over the limit within these zones will receive a violation notice by mail.

The School Zone Speed Cameras are now operational with a 30-day grace period during which only warnings will be issued. This period is intended to encourage drivers to adjust their habits and slow down. During this time, violators will receive a warning notice without a fine.

The speed cameras are active and enforced on school days from 30 minutes before school starts until 30 minutes after it ends. Violations are classified as civil, not traffic, and carry a fine of $100.

The City is committed to slowing down drivers and protecting kids in the community. Please drive safely in school zones and in the community. To learn more about the program and see a list of schools, visit: www.hollywoodfl.org/1543/School-Zone-Safety-Camera-Program

Back To School
Join in the fun at the Community Enhancement Collaboration's - 19th Annual Back-to-School & Family Fun Day this Saturday, August 17th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Washington Park Community Center, 5199 Pembroke Road, Hollywood, Florida 33021. For more information, visit: www.cecwashpark.org

Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk
Looking for a FREE fun night out? Come to the Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk, this Saturday, August 17th. You will have the opportunity to visit galleries and shops in Downtown Hollywood while enjoying art, cultural entertainment, live music, murals and more!

Artisan Market at the ArtWalk: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Join locals for the Artisan Market at the ArtWalk! Featuring pop-up shops, artist showcases, handmade items, local purveyors, vintage shopping, boutique goods and FUN! Located on Harrison Street between 20th & 21st Avenue.

Mural Tour: 6:00 p.m.
This FREE guided tour lets you learn the stories behind the art and artists of the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. Meet at the Information Tent at 20th Avenue & Harrison Street.

Gallery Tour: 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.
Join Evan Snow of Choose954 for a FREE guided and curated ArtWalk experience. Get an opportunity to meet with the local artists of each gallery in Downtown Hollywood. Meet at the Information Tent at 20th Avenue & Harrison Street.

Cinema Paradiso: 10:00 p.m.
Catch an amazing sleight-of-hand performance by "Magic Jack" Maxwell at 2008 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. The event is FREE.

Live Music: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
FREE live performances on August 17th, 2024: 6:00 p.m.: DJ Tony Tiru, 8:00 p.m.: TBA on the MAIN STAGE: Harrison Street at 21st Avenue.

For More information, call: (954) 924-2980

Parking Information
Downtown Hollywood offers On-Street Metered Parking for $1.50 Per Hour, as well as Municipal Garage Parking for $1 Per Hour. Municipal garage location: 251 South 20th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 (between Harrison Street and Van Buren Street). Valet Parking is available for a $10 Flat Rate Thursday - Sunday, 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m., and is conveniently located in front of 1925 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020.