Ordinance vote THIS WEDNESDAY April 15th -Arrive @ 1PM (sample email included below)

The final city ordinance vote to move the boat boundary from 300 yards to 218 yards is THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15TH!

In-person speaking is the most powerful thing we can do. The more people who speak, the harder it is to ignore. 

If you can't speak, please consider sending an email before April 15th to urge your commissioners to reconsider. 

Sample email:

To:  Mayor-Commissioners@hollywoodfl.org

Dear Mayor and Commissioners,

Please reconsider the 218 yard boat boundary.  

One of Hollywood's most popular snorkeling destinations, Perry Rocks — begins right at 218 yards and extends to 330 yards. A boundary at 218 yards would place boats legally over active snorkelers. This hazard doesn't exist today. 

(YOUR NAME)

SPEAKING DETAILS BELOW

📍 City Commission Chambers, 2600 Hollywood Blvd, Room 219

🕐 Agenda Item #19 — Time Certain at 1:30 PM

⚠️ Arrive by 1:00 PM to park and fill out your comment card

• You have 3 minutes. Bring a valid ID.

• Comment cards must be filled out at least 15 minutes before the agenda item. Cards are on the 2nd floor — write agenda item #19 on your card.

• First time? Ask a staff member for the comment cards when you enter — typically near the right side of the podium. You cannot speak without a completed card.

We will be there and would love to have you alongside us! 🌊

*Remember — this conversation isn't over after Wednesday. The permit process involves FWC, FDEP, the Army Corps of Engineers, and the Coast Guard — each review is an opportunity for public input. The city has promised further discussion before any buoy installation vote.  Every comment and every email becomes permanent public record — building the foundation for every conversation that comes next.