Florida’s Hollywood

Hollywood is a diverse City that has emerged as a municipal leader for LGBTQ+ equality. The City has partnered with the Hollywood LGBTQ+ Council to host the annual Progressive Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall to raise awareness and support for marginalized communities. The City was the first in the state to fly the Progress Pride flag and display a Pride Youth Tapestry created by local youth on the theme of what Pride means to them. Hollywood continues to demonstrate its commitment to work together toward progress and equity for everyone.

Again this year, the City earned a perfect score of 100 points, plus 9 additional flex points on the annual Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The MEI evaluates how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are of LGBTQ+ residents and employees. The ratings are based on non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, municipal services, law enforcement, and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality.

Hollywood is a great place to live, work, and play, and offers easy access to the best of South Florida while still preserving the hometown charm that makes it unique. With more than six miles of blue wave beaches, a historic oceanfront Broadwalk, and an eclectic downtown with one-of-a-kind restaurants, shops and art galleries, Hollywood truly has something for everyone. Hollywood and its Community Redevelopment Agency recognize that small businesses are the foundation for strong communities and the City is proud to partner with the GFLGLCC to promote the success and growth of business enterprises that share the values of inclusivity and equality of opportunity for all.

Hollywood was founded in 1925 by a visionary leader who wanted to create a dream city by the sea that would be a place for everyone. The future is bright in Hollywood as it strives to be a dream destination for visitors, residents, and business owners and supports efforts to end prejudice, respect the rights of people and celebrate the diversity and richness of our City.

Sincerely,

Josh Levy Mayor of Hollywood