The City of West Hollywood is a unique and vibrant brand that offers a wide range of products and services to its residents and visitors. Established in 1984, West Hollywood was the first city with a majority openly gay governing body, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and progressiveness. Spanning 1.

9 square miles, it serves as a thriving economic and cultural hub in metropolitan Los Angeles. With a Council-Manager form of government and law enforcement by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, West Hollywood ensures the safety and well-being of its approximately 35,000 residents. The city also takes pride in its community activism and civic engagement.

West Hollywood has made significant contributions to a variety of social movements, including HIV/AIDS advocacy, LGBT rights, and environmental protection. It also excels in fiscal responsibility, city planning, infrastructure, social services, wellness programs, and the arts. Additionally, the city offers a range of recreational activities, senior services, and programs for children and youth.

Visitors flock to West Hollywood for its iconic destinations such as The Sunset Strip, Santa Monica Boulevard’s historic LGBT establishments, and the Design District's shopping and dining scene. The city's core values include respect and support for people, public safety, economic development, and responsibility for the environment. As the city sits on the ancestral land of the Gabrieleño Tongva and Gabrieleño Kizh peoples, West Hollywood acknowledges and honors their historical and cultural presence.

The city is dedicated to building a restorative relationship with these indigenous communities and aims to uplift their stories and culture. Stay connected with the City of West Hollywood through their social media channels @WeHoCity and receive news updates at www. weho.

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