Peeling a hard-boiled egg: one of the most annoying things ever. Cut the egg in half and scoop each half out with a spoon. Thin sliced onion: my knife skills are not that great, so I use a vegetable peeler – works perfectly! Melting butter in a microwave. So fast and easy until it pops…

Florida law requires our office to assess all property based on the market data on January 1 of each year. We also grant tax-saving exemptions to qualified applicants. The Property Appraiser’s Office does not set your tax rates, collect property taxes, or determine how the tax revenue is allocated by local government. The property tax bills…

Greetings Hillcrest Residents, Fall is here, and while the leaves do not change color here in Broward County, our home continues to go through immense changes during autumn. With a critical election rapidly approaching, now is an opportune time for all of us to consider how we work together and find common ground as neighbors….

A large egg, 2 TBS milk 1 TBS confectioner’s sugar (plus some for dusting) 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground cinnamon Dash salt 4 slices wheat sandwich bread lightly toasted *2 TBS raspberry jam or cranberry sauce 4 slices Swiss cheese *4 oz. ham or turkey, 4 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 TBS butter Heat…

Dear friends and neighbors, As this issue of Inside Hillcrest reaches your hands, our state has experienced two major hurricanes in the span of two weeks. While those of us on the southeast coast were spared direct impact, we are indirectly affected in many ways, both immediate and in the long term. There is something…

by BK Sr. Chirya Risley, Peace Village, Haines Falls, New York, submitted by Etta Stevens   Life is all about choices. Every situation is a choice. You choose how you react to situations. You choose how people affect your mood. You choose to be in a good mood or bad mood. The bottom line: It’s…

2/3 cup panko crumbs 1 TBS unsalted melted butter 2 oz. Gruyere or Swiss cheese cut into 2.5 X 1.5 sticks 4 thin slices deli ham  2 large thin chicken breasts 4 tsp Dijon mustard 1 large egg lightly beaten Preheat oven to 400 degrees with rack in upper middle.  Toss panko with melted butter,…

Sellers are often reluctant to reduce the list price of their property for several reasons: Emotional Attachment: Many sellers have a strong emotional connection to their property, which can make it difficult for them to objectively evaluate its market value. They may feel their home is worth more due to memories. Perception of Value: Sellers often believe…

Our physical bodies are made up of what we feed them – food, water, the air we breathe. Likewise, our minds are made from everything we read, converse about, listen to, and watch. Today, in the name of knowledge and entertainment we are absorbing negative information through social and print media, cinema and television. This…

As the 2024 election season continues full throttle, financial markets are preparing for a riveting yet nerve-wracking ride. Historically, elections have significantly impacted the stock market, and this year is no different. This economic uncertainty, political divisiveness, and upcoming policy changes can make navigating the money market stressful, leading to emotional and impulsive financial decision…

Is paying the buyer’s agent worth it for you? Traditionally, most home sellers have compensated both the selling agent and the buy-side agent from the proceeds of their home’s sale. Today, homebuyers must sign an agreement to guarantee payment terms with their agent before they begin touring homes. Many buyers still look for home sellers who…

2025 Homestead Exemptions If you applied and were approved for Homestead Exemption for tax year 2025, this exemption will post to your property record online in December. Once approved, Homestead Exemption automatically renews each year provided there is no change in the ownership or use of the property. Once approved, you do not need to reapply as…

Greetings Hillcrest Residents, School is back in session. Summer is winding to a close, as students go back to class, and the entire Broward County community joins them in preparing for a very busy remainder of the year! I know our Hillcrest residents of all ages are excited for what these next few months will…

Marcia Skupeika, Hillcrest 23, our Hillcrest Angel Team Leader makes it happen. Marcia emailed the City and the folks at the Circuit shuttle service to see about getting rides for Hillcresters to the polls on November 5th. Here is the reply:    “Thank you for your email and interest in our micro-transit system.  We are very happy to be able to assist our…

1 lb. jumbo shrimp head on 1/2 cup Worcestershire Juice of 2 medium lemons 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 tsp Cajun or Creole seasoning 1 TBS hot sauce (Crystal or tabasco) Pinch white pepper 2 TBS chopped garlic ½ cup cubed butter (or butter/oil/white wine) Chopped parsley Crusty bread Rinse shrimp and snip the…

Dear friends and neighbors, September has been a busy month. I had the privilege of attending the groundbreaking ceremony of our new Hollywood Police Department Headquarters, located less than two miles from Hillcrest. Construction has begun. This state-of-the-art facility will go a long way in achieving our goal of being a safe, clean city that…

We had a problem with small roaches, mainly in our kitchen area. Regular pest control did not seem to be effective, so Brian started spraying diatomaceous earth underneath the kitchen appliances and behind the cabinets with great success.  What is Diatomaceous earth? According to the Internet, it is made from the fossilized remains of tiny,…

At the Sept. 5 Hillcrest Leadership Council meeting at 1151 Hillcrest CT, in Rec Room 2, Cindy Abraham, Secretary of the HLC introduced our new City of Hollywood Police Chief, Jeffrey Devlin, she outlined his wealth of experience in his 26 years with the HPD: Devlin held leadership positions within the Patrol Division, Canine Unit, Detective Bureau, Training division, Neighborhood Team…

Have you heard that phrase made famous by Benjamin Franklin when he said, “in this world nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes?” Most of us agree that paying taxes is something we do not enjoy but hopefully we do find joy in our lives. Our taxes pay for many of…

Greetings Hillcrest Residents, Summer is supposed to be a time to relax. But with the pace of historic news events hitting us like a storm, this summer may have felt a little more tense than usual. Despite the tensions many of us are experiencing, I hope that residents in Hillcrest have found plenty of time…