BOC News Releases

WHAT:         District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III will host “Trapped and Trafficked”, a Human Trafficking Awareness Town Hall focused on education, prevention, survivor support and available community resources. The event will feature panel discussions and a resource fair

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Jan. 16, 2026) – Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade and Celebration, hosted by the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County on Monday, Jan. 19.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., July 11, 2025) – Media partners, please see the below statement from Chairwoman Hendrickson regarding recent disruptions to senior transportation services following the Georgia Department of Human Services' contractor changes.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 1, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is considering keeping the general fund millage rate the same as last year, at 6.950 mills, and will hold three public hearings for residents to comment.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., July 25, 2025) –The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday adopted six small area plans as amendments to the County’s 2045 Unified Plan.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., July 23, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a resolution committing to partner with the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau to finance the renovation and expansion of the Gas South Arena with enhanced security, updated technology, more concession options and more parking. The action affirms the Board’s commitment to drive economic benefits for the county by maintaining the arena as a state-of-the-art venue and strengthening the arena’s competitive position in the market.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 26, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved several items during its Aug. 19 meeting that reflect continued investments in community wellness, public safety and infrastructure. Highlights include a donation from global soccer star Lionel Messi’s brand, partnerships with local CIDs and a new bridge in southern Gwinnett.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 12, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved several items during its Aug. 5 meeting to support advocacy for children, services for seniors and resources for first responders. Highlights include new grant funding for the CASA program, funding for aging services, the retirement of a longtime K9 officer and a replacement fire training tower.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., June 9, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved several items during its June 3 meeting to support residents through expanded court services and continued investments in infrastructure. Highlights include nearly $1.4 million in grant funding for accountability court programs and new contracts to improve traffic flow along key corridors.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., June 26, 2025) – Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson was recently reappointed as Chair of the Economic Development and Transportation Policy Committee for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia. The appointment was made by ACCG President and Dougherty County Commissioner Clinton Johnson.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., August 19, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday adopted the same general fund millage rate as last year, 6.95 mills. Before the vote, the commissioners received public comments online and in-person at three public hearings.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., July 8, 2025) – Several Gwinnett County programs have earned national recognition from the National Association of Counties through its 2025 Achievement Awards, which spotlight effective and innovative government initiatives that strengthen communities and improve residents’ lives.

(Lawrenceville, Ga. June 3, 2025) – Gwinnett County officials on Monday celebrated the installation of two new sculptures, “Make A Wish” and “Vibrantly Connected,” at the Bicentennial Plaza and Trailhead in downtown Lawrenceville.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 13, 2025) – Gwinnett County is continuing its investment in critical transportation projects to improve safety, reduce congestion and keep people moving across the County’s busy corridors. During its Aug. 5 meeting, the Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements supporting widening, bridge replacement and intersection improvements.

(Lawrenceville, Ga. June 17, 2025) – Gwinnett County officials on Monday cut the ribbon on the new Hooper-Renwick Themed Library in partnership with the city of Lawrenceville, Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee and Gwinnett County Public Library Board of Trustees.

The project revives and expands the 11,475-square-foot Hooper-Renwick School, which once served as the only public high school for Black students in the Gwinnett County school system.

The new, 27,327-square-foot themed library includes library amenities, community space and exhibits that showcase stories, accomplishments and memorabilia related to the school. Original elements of the building prominent in the final design include exposed rafters above the library portion of the facility, the restored façade of the school building and the original gym floor, which was repurposed as flooring in the upper-level exhibit space.

“From the history of the school to the personal stories of Hooper-Renwick’s students and teachers, the Hooper-Renwick Themed Library showcases our forward-thinking approach to preservation,” said Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson. “Today, we’re cutting the ribbon on a gateway to understanding, reopening a space for learning and inviting all to share in our hope.”

The project was inspired by the engagement of a group of local alumni and stakeholders who wanted to see the former school preserved, forming the Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee in 2017.

“Hooper-Renwick has always been more than a building; it was a beacon of hope, education and pride for our community during a time when opportunity wasn’t always within reach for everyone,” said Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee Chair Coni Brown, who was a student at Hooper-Renwick School before integration. “Preserving its legacy means honoring the sacrifices and triumphs of those who came before us. Today, it stands as both a symbol of resilience and a promise to future generations that their history matters.”

The project was funded using $18.8 million from the County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax along with $1.7 million from the city of Lawrenceville, which also provided the 3.8-acre site, sidewalks, lighting and landscaping.

Lawrenceville Mayor David Still highlighted the collaborative approach behind the project.

“This project was a true partnership between the city of Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County and the Gwinnett County Public Library System, all under the guidance of the Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee,” said Mayor Still. “A tremendous effort was put forth by all parties to bring this vision to reality.”

The library is the first themed library in the Southeast.

“The Hooper Renwick Library is about remembering our past while reaching forward toward our future — and offering every person who walks through these doors the tools to dream, to read, to imagine and to thrive,” said Gwinnett County Public Library Board of Trustees Chairman JT Wu.

The library, located at 56 Neal Boulevard in Lawrenceville, officially opened to the public today.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 6, 2025) – A team of residents will weigh in on County government priorities before Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson proposes the 2026 budget.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Aug. 13, 2025) – Nehemiah Hamilton, a Gwinnett Youth Commissioner and recent graduate of the State Court’s SMILE program, launched The Little Things, a project to collect toiletries, school supplies and other essentials for children in need.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., July 9, 2025) – Gwinnett County’s Special Projects and Media Relations Strategist Deborah Tuff has been named Second Vice President of the National Association of County Information Officers, following a competitive national election with candidates from counties across the country.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Sept. 17, 2025) – Gwinnett County, through its Urban Redevelopment Agency and in partnership with CBRE, has announced a nationwide request for proposals (RFP) to identify a qualified developer partner to design, finance, construct and deliver the Gwinnett Place Mall site redevelopment. The property is well positioned for redevelopment into a dense, mixed-use activity center that is green and walkable, while preserving the cultural diversity and international character of the area. The eventual redevelopment will improve property values and economic activity in the area, stimulating significant County property and sales tax growth.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Sept. 2, 2025) – The Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County today approved the $11.5 million purchase of the 11.5-acre former Sears site at Gwinnett Place Mall.