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The City of West Hollywood has reopened the waitlist for its Community Gardens, allowing residents to apply for planter beds online and in-person. Priority is given to low-income residents aged 55 and older, who must provide proof of residency and income if applicable.
City Hall in West Hollywood will be closed on November 28 and 29, 2024, for Thanksgiving. Parking meters and peak hour towing restrictions will not be enforced on Thanksgiving Day, but permit parking and other regulations will still apply.
The City of West Hollywood will begin an elevator modernization project at the West Hollywood Park 5-Story Parking Structure on December 3, 2024, with completion expected by mid-January 2025. The elevator will be closed during this time, and visitors, particularly those needing ADA access, should plan accordingly.
The City of West Hollywood has launched the 'Safer WeHo' pilot program to enhance public safety using technology like drones and real-time cameras. The program will start with a three-month outreach period before full implementation in 2025, focusing on community engagement.
The City of West Hollywood will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, 2024, at the Sal Guarriello Veterans' Memorial, honoring LGBTQ veterans and featuring traditional elements like the Pledge of Allegiance and performances by the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles.
The City of West Hollywood has declared November as Holodomor Memorial Month to honor the victims of the man-made famine in Ukraine from 1932 to 1933. This resolution aims to raise awareness about this historical atrocity and the human rights violations faced by Ukrainians under Stalin's regime.
West Hollywood is inviting community members to participate in discussions to shape cultural experiences for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These sessions, led by AEA Consulting, will focus on co-creating an arts project that embodies the city's spirit and priorities.
The City of West Hollywood has announced the recipients of its 2025 Arts Grant Program, awarding $252,000 to 28 new grantees and 9 multi-year grantees. The grants support a variety of artistic projects, particularly those focused on transgender artists and BIPOC communities.
The City of West Hollywood is commemorating Transgender Awareness Month and Transgender Day of Remembrance throughout November 2024, with events like the TransDiaries performance and the GARRAS Fashion Show aimed at promoting awareness and honoring the transgender community, especially those affected by violence.
The City of West Hollywood is co-sponsoring 'Slay the Night: Holiday Drag Bingo' on December 6, 2024, to promote community engagement and harm reduction. This event will provide a fun atmosphere alongside health resources.