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Greetings!
As a resident of Gwinnett County, you know there is always a lot going on in the community. Read this newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest news from your County government.
Gwinnett County Government appreciates your help keeping your neighbors informed by sharing the following information through your homeowner association newsletter, website, and emails and by talking to your friends and family.
| | What's new on TV Gwinnett? | | Gwinnett County brings you the latest news and happenings about your community through Eye on Gwinnett, your weekly County updates in 60 seconds or less. | | |
What you'll see in this episode:
- Gas South Arena hosts 2026 Ally ACC Women's Basketball Tournament until March 8
- Chairwoman Hendrickson will deliver the 2026 State of the County address on March 6
- Commissioner Jasper Watkins will host a human trafficking awareness town hall
Check out more videos on TV Gwinnett Video on Demand.
| | Advance voting for the March 10 Special Election is underway | | |
Registered voters in House District 94 can cast their ballots early for the March 10 Special Election. Vote advance in person every day, including Saturday and Sunday, now through Friday, March 6 at the Gwinnett Voter Registrations and Elections Office and the Mountain Park Activity Building. If you prefer to vote by mail, request an absentee ballot now through Friday, February 27.
To check your voter registration status, view a sample ballot, or find your polling location, visit MVP.SOS.GA.gov.
La votación adelantada para la Elección Especial del 10 de marzo está en marcha
Los votantes inscritos en el Distrito 94 de la Cámara de Representantes pueden emitir su voto por adelantado para la Elección Especial del 10 de marzo. Vote por adelantado en persona todos los días, incluidos sábados y domingos, desde ahora hasta el viernes 6 de marzo en la Oficina de Inscripción de Votantes y Elecciones de Gwinnett y en el Mountain Park Activity Building. Si prefiere votar por correo, solicite una boleta de voto en ausente ahora hasta el viernes 27 de febrero.
Para verificar su estado de inscripción electoral, ver una boleta de muestra, o encontrar su lugar de votación, visite MVP.SOS.GA.gov.
| | Learn about resources for trafficking victims | | |
District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III is hosting the human trafficking awareness town hall, Trapped and Trafficked, on Monday, March 9 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center auditorium. The free event is open to the public and will feature a moderated panel discussion with survivors, law enforcement officials, justice system leaders, mental health professionals, and community advocates.
Following the discussion, attendees can attend a resource fair and connect with organizations providing critical services, resources, and support. The Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center is located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville.
| | Beware of deceptive notices | |
We are aware that Gwinnett property owners are being solicited with deceptive mail regarding 2026 annual notices of assessment. Property values and millage rates have not been determined or established for this year.
Please be aware that official notices from Gwinnett County Government will be sent in an envelope with the official Gwinnett County logo, department name, and address. Any other mail that does not include this information is not affiliated with Gwinnett County.
Please contact 770.822.7200 with any questions. As a reminder, there is no fee to file an appeal regarding property value directly with the Gwinnett County Assessors’ Office.
| Apply for the Empower Gwinnett internship program | | |
Get hands-on experience with Gwinnett County Government! This four-week paid program offers Gwinnett’s youth ages 15 to 21 an opportunity to gain valuable experience, explore their passions, and develop leadership skills through workshops and on-the-job training. To be considered for this program, apply online by Monday, March 16 at GwinnettCounty.com/EmpowerGwinnett.
Please note that the number of positions available is limited and not all applicants can be guaranteed a spot.
| | Find out how to join the Gwinnett Youth Commission | | |
The Civic Engagement and Social Impact team is hosting a Student and Parent Information Session about the Gwinnett Youth Commission on Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. The event is open to students and parents interested in learning more about the Gwinnett Youth Commissioner program. Current GYC members will be available to answer questions.
The 2026 GYC application opens Monday, March 16 and will close Monday, April 6. For more information and to apply, visit GwinnettYouthCommission.com.
| Learn how to save water and money at upcoming workshops | | |
Looking for simple ways to lower your water bill and make your home more efficient? Throughout the year, Gwinnett Water Resources hosts free workshops for residents interested in practical landscaping solutions, water conservation, and DIY maintenance.
Join us for our next Fix-A-Leak Workshop on Saturday, March 21 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm at Rhodes Jordan Community Recreation Center in Lawrenceville. Certified plumbers will demonstrate easy repairs like replacing toilet flappers and fixing leaky faucets. Register today and explore upcoming water workshops!
| | Support literacy during National Reading Month | | |
About 90% of a child’s brain is developed by age 5, laying the groundwork for lifelong learning, social, and professional development. National Reading Month is the perfect chance to inspire your youngest readers to open a book and explore new worlds. Visit one of our G.R.E.A.T. Minds Book Exchanges, stocked with titles for children ages 14 and younger. You can also support literacy by donating books to the exchanges.
To learn more or find a location near you, visit B2Anywhere.com.
| Maintaining detention ponds in our neighborhoods | | |
Stormwater detention ponds are important for controlling local floods and protecting our water resources. Surfaces like roads or driveways can prevent rainwater from soaking into the ground, leading to runoff and localized flooding. Detention ponds catch this runoff and release it slowly into nearby surface waters, allowing dirt to sink to the bottom and holding back litter before it reaches our rivers and creeks.
Detention ponds need regular maintenance, which is typically the responsibility of Homeowners’ Associations or property owners. Small steps like cutting and removing vegetative overgrowth and cleaning out litter can prevent expensive repairs and help keep our water resources safe. Visit our Stormwater page for more information.
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