Greetings Hillcrest Residents,
Happy Birthday to the Broward County Library! The Broward County Library celebrated the 50th anniversary through a series of celebrations at each library branch. This programming was an opportunity for patrons and staff to interact and share in the joy of the library – and share some cake! The celebrations were part of a week of programming that featured an overview of the entire history of the library system by Library Director Allison Grubbs at the Stirling Road Library in conjunction with the Hollywood Historical Society. Today, we are proud to offer exceptional services, resources, and programming for all of our residents – go to Broward.org/library to access all of them!
At a time when our democratic norms are challenged, and when the healthy debates needed for our political system increasingly feel divisive, it is critical that local governments take a stand and make sure we have the freedom to have open, difficult discussions. I am proud that Broward County has become a national leader in encouraging freedom of expression and protecting the right to have difficult conversations. As you will read below, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners continues to support all efforts to increase academic and intellectual freedoms while preserving the tenants of our democracy. I am proud of this commitment. During what is shaping up to be a contentious 2024, we need to have these conversations more than ever. I am proud Broward County is a place where these foundations of our democracy are protected.
Broward County Library won two prestigious awards from the Florida Library Association. For our library system’s tireless commitment to protecting free speech and expression, Broward County was awarded the 2024 Intellectual Freedom Award. At a divisive and challenging time, our library system is leading the state of Florida in protecting access to banned books and providing resources that enhance the lives of our residents. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners has worked hard to empower our Library system and ensure that they feel safe in pursuing the initiatives and resources that our residents deserve access to. In addition, Library Director Allison Grubbs has been named the 2024 Administrator of the Year as well as the winner of the inaugural New Republic/Right to Read Toni Morrison Courage Award. Director Grubbs has been a national leader in championing intellectual freedom while also providing exceptional service at our Library. Our County Commission will continue to stand alongside Director Grubbs and her entire staff. Congratulations to our Broward County Library on this well-deserved award.
Contact Us
Our District office is conveniently located within the lobby of the Hollywood Branch of the Broward County Public Library at 2600 Hollywood Blvd, next to Hollywood City Hall. My District office staff is available to you from 10 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. My staff is also working from my office in Fort Lauderdale and from other locations within our District. The Fort Lauderdale office is open for your convenience Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call 954-357-7006/7790, or email me at bfurr@broward.org.
