All Gwinnett County Stories

District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins was recently appointed to the ACCG Standing Committee on Mental Health & Substance Abuse for the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia.

The Board of Commissioners approved the allocation of more than $759.8 million in anticipated 2023 SPLOST program revenue toward transportation and parks projects.

Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson honored the courageous and trailblazing women veterans of Gwinnett County in a special event held to observe Women Veterans Recognition Day, celebrated June 12 annually. 

Join us in celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of Gwinnett's LGBTQ+ residents!

Since 2006, the Blue Planet Exhibit film has been one of the most popular attractions for school-aged chil¬dren and residents, providing valuable lessons on the water cycle, habitats, constructive and destructive forces, and weather.

On Tuesday, May 23, business and civic leaders unveiled banners honoring Jimmy Carter Boulevard's namesake, our 39^th President Jimmy Carter.

Looking for a fun and educational summer activity for your kids? Check out our G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds Book Exchanges in Gwinnett! These special places offer free children's books at different spots around the county.

The state of Georgia has returned to an annual system to verify eligibility for all Medicaid members, including PeachCare for Kids. Your contact information is crucial to ensure your coverage remains active.

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners ratified employment agreements County Administrator Glenn Stephens executed with two new department directors.

Gwinnett County’s water bill payment address has changed to Gwinnett Water Resources, P.O. Box 105023, Atlanta, GA 30348-5023.

The Board of Commissioners will use SPLOST funding to upgrade the lighting at the I-85 and Sugarloaf Park¬way underpass to LEDs.

Tax Assessors’ Office issues Real EstateProperty Annual Notices of Assessment

The Gwinnett Department of Transportation was awarded a $1,053,400 Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation grant from the United States Department of Transportation.

The Board of Commissioners approved safety enhancements for pedestrians around Plazas las Americas. 

During their annual strategic planning session held in Athens, Georgia, the Gwinnett Board of Commissioners promised to reimagine how they do government as a national benchmark community.

Fred Cephas was appointed as the new fire chief to lead Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services. Cephas will be the first Black Fire Chief in County history.

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Hendrickson addressed hundreds of business owners, residents, and stakeholders during her third State of the County address.

It’s the first major step – Gwinnett Commissioners voiced their support to adopt the International Property Maintenance Code, with local amendments tailored to the needs of Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett County has been awarded $200,000 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program. These funds will help to improve and build upon existing roadway safety projects.

The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center is administering in-service staff training on the fourth Wednesday of each month.