The Planning and Development Board meeting held on May 23, 2023, in Hollywood, Florida, focused on the proposal of new pocket parks in local communities and discussed traffic improvements related to recent development plans.

One of the main topics was the introduction of pocket parks, which are small community parks that would not be maintained by the city but rather by homeowners' associations (HOAs) or developers. The Greens of Emerald Hills proposed a 12,000 square-foot community park designed as a passive dog park, providing a space for residents to gather and enjoy the outdoors.

Another area under consideration for a pocket park is known as The Cloisters. Unlike the Greens of Emerald Hills, The Cloisters is not governed by an HOA, and the proposed park will be maintained by the developer. The size of this park is still being determined, and there is an ongoing discussion among residents about its intended use. Some community members are advocating for playground equipment for children, while others prefer a more passive park design. The city plans to continue engaging with homeowners to finalize the park's features.

Additionally, the meeting touched on traffic improvements related to development plans. It was noted that traffic enhancements were initially proposed for a much larger project that included over 900 units. However, with the current proposal only involving 284 units, the need for extensive traffic improvements has been reevaluated.

The discussions from this meeting highlight the city's efforts to enhance community spaces while addressing the needs and preferences of local residents. Further engagement with the community will be essential as plans for the pocket parks progress.