Vote in the midterm election

Election Day for the General Election and Special Election is Tuesday, November 3. Voters can cast their ballots from 7:00am to 7:00pm at their assigned polling location. There is no in-person voting at the Elections office on Election Day.

Voters may also vote advance in-person every day, including weekends, from October 13 to October 30 from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Absentee ballots can be dropped off at any advance voting location during this period or hand-delivered or mailed to the Elections office by 7:00pm on November 3. To find your assigned polling location or view a sample ballot, visit MVP.SOS.GA.gov.

Vote en las elecciones intermedias

El Día de las Elecciones Generales y Especiales es el martes 3 de noviembre. Los votantes pueden emitir su voto de 7:00am a 7:00pm en su lugar de votación asignado. No habrá votación en persona en la oficina electoral el Día de las Elecciones.

Los votantes también pueden votar por adelantado en persona todos los días, incluidos los fines de semana, del 13 al 30 de octubre de 7:00am a 7:00pm. Las boletas de voto ausente pueden entregarse en cualquier lugar de votación adelantada durante este periodo, o entregarse en mano o enviarse por correo a la oficina electoral antes de las 7:00pm del 3 de noviembre. Para encontrar su lugar de votación asignado o ver una boleta de muestraisite MVP.SOS.GA.gov.

Join us for the Fall Into Health Senior Wellness Fair

Calling all seniors — discover everything you need to live an active, healthy, and vibrant life! On Friday, October 16 from 10:00am to 1:00pm, explore our vendor hall at the Bethesda Park Senior Center in Lawrenceville featuring local health and wellness resources, live cooking and fitness demonstrations, and inspiring wellness presentations, and enter for a chance to win exciting door prizes.

Whether you're looking to jumpstart your fitness journey, discover nutritious recipes, connect with local wellness experts, or find resources to support your well-being, you'll leave with valuable ideas and inspiration. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/FallIntoHealth to learn more.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Gwinnett

Every November, Gwinnett County recognizes Native American Heritage Month. Join us as we celebrate the vibrant cultures and traditions that Tribal Nations have honored for centuries on Thursday, November 5 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center's parking deck lawn. The evening will feature live performances, music, art, and cuisine. Register today at GwinnettCounty.com/NAHM. 

Recycle your items on America Recycles Day

Have some hard-to-recycle items like tires, paint, and electronics? Drop them off at America Recycles Day on Saturday, November 7 from 9:00am to noon at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. Volunteers will remove items placed in disposable containers from the trunk or back seat of your vehicle. Recycling electronics is free except for projection/console TVs ($35), computer monitors ($15), and printers ($5). Visit GCSolidWaste.com for a full list of acceptable items.

What's New in District 1

Ordinance approved to establish blight tax program

The Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance creating a blight tax program to encourage owners to remediate or redevelop blighted properties. Under the ordinance, properties designated as blighted will pay seven times the millage rate — or $48.65 per $1,000 in assessed value compared to the current rate of $6.95 per every $1,000 in assessed property value — until improvements are made. Once a property is remediated, its general fund millage rate will drop by 50% for three years.

The increase and reduction will not apply if the owner secures approval for a remediation or redevelopment plan and stays in compliance. Owners can appeal a blight designation to the County’s Board of Construction Adjustments and Appeals. The ordinance excludes occupied residential properties.

Volunteer for Gwinnett Great Days of Service

Are you rooted in service? Join volunteers across the county for the annual Gwinnett Great Days of Service on October 16 through October 18. This initiative will bring together thousands of individuals, corporations, schools, civic organizations, and communities to lend a hand with critical needs around the Gwinnett. Don't miss this opportunity to make a meaningful change in our community! Register today at GwinnettCounty.com/GreatDays.

Property tax bills due November 15

The 2026 Gwinnett County property tax bills were mailed in September and are due November 15. If you have an escrow account, your property tax information is made available to your mortgage company. However, it is your responsibility to ensure taxes are paid. For more information or to pay online, visit GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com/Pay.

Spooktacular Skate Party

Friday, October 16 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Bring your skates and have spooky fun with the Peachtree Booster Club at the Pinckneyville Park hockey rink! There’ll be loads of fun including a DJ, crafts, games, candy, costume contests, and more. Bring a bag for candy treats! Concessions available for purchase. Open to ages 3 to 17. Register online. Pinckneyville Park, 4758 S Old Peachtree Road, Peachtree Corners. Event cost: Free!

Fall Garden Boo Fest

Saturday, October 24 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

Join Live Healthy Gwinnett and other community and county partners for crafts, cooking demos, games, family activities, and gardening activities! In addition, we will be hosting a costume party to add to the celebration, so feel free to dress in your favorite costume! Open to all ages. Register online. West Gwinnett Park, 4488 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Berkeley Lake. Entry cost: Free!

Mr. Shorty's Boo Bash

Friday, October 30 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us at the pavilion for a frightfully fun evening filled with games, costumes and spooky surprises! Open to all ages. Register online. Shorty Howell Park, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth. Event cost: Free!

Culinary Arts: Taste of Tradition

Wednesday, October 14 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning how to cook traditional meals from Hispanic countries! Join us for a four-part cooking series celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Open to ages 19 and up. Registration required. Gwinnett County Public Library Norcross Branch, 5735 Buford Highway, Norcross. Event cost: Free!

Author Talk: Rita Woods

Thursday, October 15 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Award-winning author Rita Woods discusses her haunting contemporary speculative novel, The Edge of Yesterday, about time travel and finding yourself. Open to ages 19 and up. Registration is requested. Gwinnett County Public Library Duluth Branch, 3180 Main Street, Duluth. Event cost: Free!

Leadership Development Workshop

Thursday, October 22 from 6:00pm to 7:15pm

Designed for emerging leaders, this three-part series will help you unfold your leadership potential, create a leadership portfolio, and build habits to maximize your impact. Open to ages 19 and up. Register online. Gwinnett County Public Library Peachtree Corners Branch, 5570 Spalding Drive, Peachtree Corners. Event cost: Free!

The Gas South Theater recently celebrated a new partnership with VyStar Credit Union and unveiled the 'VyStar Stage.' I was honored to share some remarks and present a proclamation for their Good is Everywhere Day in Gwinnett.

For more than two decades, Gas South District, and the theater specifically, has been a gathering place for families and communities across the region — and this partnership reflects the kind of investment in our community that goes beyond a name on a building.

It was also a great honor to speak at the September 11 Remembrance Ceremony alongside community leaders and our public safety officials. Even 25 years later, we still continue to come together because “Never Forget” is a choice we make year after year to honor those we lost, the families who carry that burden, and the extraordinary courage shown that day.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

It was a privilege to help present a proclamation for the 2026 Korean Festival at Gwinnett Place Mall! Gwinnett is truly blessed to have such a large and vibrant Korean community. What I love most is seeing people from across Gwinnett come together to celebrate, learn, and connect.



A huge thank you to the Korean Festival Foundation, the volunteers, performers, vendors, and everyone who made this year’s celebration possible. I was proud to be part of it!