Gwinnett County Government
Recent News About Gwinnett County Government
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Gwinnett County restructures departments with new leadership appointments
Gwinnett County has elevated its Parks and Recreation division to a standalone department, aiming to enhance service delivery and address the increasing demands of its award-winning parks system.
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Gwinnett County closes offices due to severe winter weather
Due to an impending severe winter weather event, Gwinnett County Government has announced the closure of all its offices on January 10, 2025.
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Gwinnett commissioners approve $2.67 billion budget for 2025
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has approved a budget for 2025 amounting to $2.67 billion.
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Mulberry assumes new municipal responsibilities; Gwinnett continues essential services
On October 24, 2024, the city of Mulberry announced its intent to assume responsibility for several services previously managed by Gwinnett County Government.
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Mulberry assumes control over local services; Gwinnett continues essential support
On October 24, 2024, the city of Mulberry's transition team sent a legal Notice of Intent to Gwinnett County Government.
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Nicole Love Hendrickson begins second term as chairwoman of Gwinnett County
Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson was ceremonially sworn in for her second term as the head of the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners.
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Gwinnett County honors 2024 preservation hall of fame award winners
Gwinnett County has recognized five individuals and organizations for their efforts in preserving the county's history during the 2024 Preservation Hall of Fame ceremony held on December 15.
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Gwinnett unveils new pathway as part of broader trails master plan
County officials have inaugurated the Western Gwinnett Pathway, a five-mile trail segment stretching from Rogers Bridge Road to Suwanee Dam Road.
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Gwinnett commissioners discuss priorities with state lawmakers ahead of 2025 session
The Board of Commissioners recently hosted state lawmakers representing Gwinnett County at the annual legislative delegation breakfast.
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Commissioner Jasper Watkins honored with joint leadership award for public health work
Gwinnett County District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III has been recognized with the 2024 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and Association of Black Health System Pharmacists Joint Leadership Award.
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Solicitor's office hosts check presentation from Dash 4 Domestic Violence Awareness
The Gwinnett County Solicitor's Office is set to present a check for funds raised during the Dash 4 Domestic Violence Awareness 5K.
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Gwinnett County approves grant applications and district amendments
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners addressed several initiatives at their meeting on December 3, 2024.
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Gwinnett Fire receives vital alarm donation amid increased holiday fire risks
The Board of Commissioners has approved a significant donation for Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services.
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Gwinnett animal shelter closes due to Strep Zoo outbreak
The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center in Lawrenceville, Georgia, will remain closed until December 17 due to an outbreak of Streptococcus Zooepidemicus, also known as Strep Zoo.
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Gwinnett County finalizes purchase of Macy's properties at Gwinnett Place Mall
Today, the Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County announced the completion of a $16.5 million purchase of Macy’s department and furniture store properties at Gwinnett Place Mall.
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Gwinnett County commissioners approve projects enhancing safety and infrastructure
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners convened on November 5 and November 12, addressing several key initiatives.
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Gwinnett allocates $4.95 million ARPA funds to 65 local nonprofits
Gwinnett County Government has allocated $4.95 million in grant funding to 65 local nonprofits.
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Gwinnett County's 2045 Unified Plan wins regional excellence award
The Atlanta Regional Commission has recognized Gwinnett County with a Regional Excellence Award in the Visionary Planning category for its 2045 Unified Plan.