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 The government of Gwinnett County, Georgia, welcomes you to this official website, where you'll find helpful information, resident services, and contacts for local officials.
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County wants to hear from residents about solid waste plan
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Gwinnett residents are invited to attend a series of public forums to provide feedback on what's most important to them regarding the delivery of solid waste services. Meetings will be held on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings at various locations throughout the county to encourage attendance. The first meeting takes place on Monday, June 15 in Norcross and the last one is Saturday, July 25. More...
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No fireworks in downtown Lawrenceville on July 4
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In the face of declining revenues and the difficulty in raising sponsorship funds, Gwinnett County Government officials have decided the County will no longer organize the annual Gwinnett Glows 4th of July celebration. More...
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Commissioners make first round of cuts
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In response to the public's desire to cut services rather than raise taxes, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners today approved the first in a series of reductions to the 2009 budget and the five-year financial plan. Taking a phased approach to cuts, the County eliminated spending to the tune of $81 million in round one and in doing so balanced the 2009 budget. The cuts affect services in nearly every area of county government operations. More...
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Economic development = new jobs for Gwinnett
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Gwinnett's success at attracting new jobs for local residents is drawing regional and national attention. Since 2006, commissioners have stressed the importance of creating more new jobs close to home.
The Atlanta Business Chronicle put it this way: "Landing NCR Corp.'s headquarters has put Gwinnett County on the map as a national destination for Fortune 500 companies, its economic development officials hope." More...
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SPLOST: Gwinnett's second disc golf course opens
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The grand opening celebration for Alexander Park, Gwinnett County's second 18-hole disc golf course, was held on June 13. Alexander Park is located at 800 Old Snellville Highway in Lawrenceville. The celebration included disc golf demonstrations by the Gwinnett Disc Golf Organization, a 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk sponsored by the J.M. Tull - Gwinnett Family YMCA, a ribbon cutting ceremony, free kid's activities, and kite flying demonstrations by Suburban Atlanta Kite Enthusiasts.
The 91-acre park features approximately 1.4 miles of paved multi-purpose trails, one mile crushed stone trail, a playground, a horseshoe pit area, three pavilions, lake view piers, an outdoor classroom, and restrooms. More...
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Residents, businesses still urged to conserve even with end to drought
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Georgia EPD Director Carol Couch declared on June 10, 2009, that the state of Georgia has returned to a non-drought condition. According to the state's rules, outdoor water use is allowed on the even-odd schedule with no restrictions as to hours of use. This means that homeowners with even-numbered addresses can water on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday and those with odd-numbered addresses can water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Gwinnett County will follow the state's rule. More...
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Water line flushing
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Water Resources crews will be flushing water lines this summer to remove sediment and keep drinking water clean. More...
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Riding alone? Here's help finding a carpool or other transit alternative
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Instead of driving alone every day, consider using a carpool, vanpool, schoolpool, or transit alternatives. You may be eligible to earn rewards when you do. There's even a Guaranteed Ride Home program in case of emergency. Ride Smart can help you find other people in your area with similar destinations and schedules. More...
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Air Quality Forecast - Smog Season is from May 1 - September 30
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New Free Service: Pay and View Your Water Bill Online
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Mission, Vision, Values
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