Board of Commissioners News Releases

(Lawrenceville, Ga., June 30, 2026) – Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson was recently appointed as Board Chair for the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, expanding the County’s influence in critical water planning issues across the region.

WHAT:    District 4 Commissioner Holtkamp will hold an open house in partnership with Sugar Hill Mayor Brandon Hembree about the Buford-Sugar Hill library branch. Gwinnett County Public Library Executive Director Charles Pace will share initial ideas and potential options for the facility. Residents will have the opportunity to share feedback with county and city leadership.

WHAT:    District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden will host a joint town hall with State House District 106 Representative Akbar Ali to share information about planning and zoning, property tax relief, public safety, housing and transportation.

The United Ebony Society, in partnership with Gwinnett County Government, invites residents from across the county and metro Atlanta to attend the Juneteenth Celebration and Music Festival at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., June 11, 2026) – Gwinnett Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson hosted the County’s fourth annual Women Veterans Luncheon, bringing together women veterans from across the county and the region for an afternoon of reflection, recognition and connection.

WHAT:      Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson will host the County’s annual Women Veterans Luncheon, themed “Still Serving,” honoring the women who have served in the United States Armed Forces and continue to make an impact in their communities. 
 

(Lawrenceville, Ga., June 2, 2026) – For the 29th consecutive year, Gwinnett County has earned the highest possible bond ratings, securing AAA ratings from Moody’s Investors Services, Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 21, 2026) – Gwinnett County officials will honor fallen military and public service heroes during its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25 at 1 p.m.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 21, 2026) – Gwinnett County Government and Gwinnett County Public Schools are partnering to boost kindergarten readiness and close the early learning gap across Gwinnett. Earlier this month, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved an agreement with Gwinnett County Public Schools to launch an early learning center in Snellville.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 15, 2026) – The Gwinnett County Board of Assessors mailed approximately 311,000 annual Notices of Assessment to residential and commercial property owners today.  

(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 14, 2026) – During their May 5 meetings, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners acted on several important initiatives. Highlights include ongoing chronic care services for residents, less disruptive sewer repairs and additional road resurfacing and improvements. 

WHAT:       Gwinnett County will host its annual Supplier Networking and Resource Fair, providing local businesses with direct access to county buyers, contracting officers and regional partners

(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 5, 2026) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution establishing a formal definition of “Local Small Business,” advancing the County’s efforts to expand access to contracting opportunities and strengthen participation from the local business community.

WHAT:    Gwinnett County will celebrate the launch of the Georgia Mobility and Access Planner. Providing real-time navigation and turn-by-turn directions, the mobile app offers personalized trip planning to support travelers with disabilities, older adults and people with limited English proficiency. This event will include a ribbon cutting, field demonstrations and a community event with local organizations.

(Lawrenceville, Ga., April 30, 2026) – Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson was recently elected to serve on the 2026 - 2027 Board of Managers for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia.

(Lawrenceville, Ga.,  April 20, 2026) – Gwinnett County mourns the loss of Gwinnett Superior Court Judge Deborah Fluker, who passed away Saturday following a courageous battle with cancer.

(Gwinnett County, Ga., March 24, 2026) – Gwinnett County officials proudly announce that UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, will build its first U.S. pharmaceutical biologics manufacturing facility at Rowen, a 2,000-acre innovation and knowledge community in Gwinnett County, Georgia. 

(Lawrenceville, Ga., March 24, 2026) – Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson, in partnership with the Gas South District Speaker Series, will debut her new podcast, Choppin’ it Up with the Chairwoman, during a live taping at the Gas South Theatre on Monday, April 13 at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the event is free and open to the public.

(Athens, Ga., March 23, 2026) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners wrapped up its 2026 Strategic Planning Session last week, focusing on priorities, performance and how the County will continue to meet the needs of a growing community.

WHAT:            District 4 Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp will host his State of District 4 town hall highlighting economic development, public safety initiatives and infrastructure improvements in his district. Attendees will also hear from Gwinnett department leaders.