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Board of Commissioners holds general fund millage rate steady

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. Property taxes are based on millage rates set by county government, school systems, and cities. One mill equals a dollar tax per thousand dollars of assessed property value. The Gwinnett County Tax Assessor calculates the total value of all taxable property in the county, called the tax digest, by conducting annual updates of residential and commercial property values.

Most homeowners in Gwinnett benefit from the value offset exemption, which holds the assessed value of a property constant for the county tax portion of their bill, even if there is an increase in property value. This means they will not see an increase in the county government portion of their tax bill. Details on the 2025 millage rates and additional information about how property taxes are calculated are available online.

Gwinnett County receives more than 30 national county awards

Several Gwinnett County departments were recognized for their outstanding services by the National Association of Counties and National Association of County Information Officers, earning 29 NACo Achievement Awards and four NACIO Awards of Excellence. Gwinnett’s awarded entries span a range of departments, including Parks and Recreation, Water Resources, Information Technology Services, Planning and Development, and Communications. From resident engagement to emergency preparedness and technical advances, these services and programs reflect the County’s ongoing efforts to deliver high-quality initiatives that meet evolving community needs.

Since 1970, the NACo Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding county government programs and services. NACIO Awards honor the innovative, creative, and outstanding work of county government communicators and professional public information officers nationwide. Learn more about the awards.

Attend the Norcross to Lilburn Multiuse Trail Study open house

Get informed and share your feedback on the Norcross to Lilburn Multiuse Trail Study at the upcoming public open house! Join us on Wednesday, August 27 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Norcross Senior Center to share your feedback on improving pedestrian and bicycle safety, mobility, connectivity, and more along the trail corridor. You can also give input online using our interactive map tool.

The Norcross to Lilburn Multiuse Trail Study will identify opportunities to create a multimodal link across Interstate 85, specifically near the Indian Trail Lilburn Road and Beaver Ruin Road interchange. This study will also look at increasing connections between the study area, Gwinnett County trails, and local transit facilities.

Get free plumbing services through the Water Resources Assistance Program

Eligible Gwinnett County homeowners can apply for free plumbing services to fix leaks, to maintain or pump septic systems, and to replace old water fixtures through the Water Resources Assistance Program. To qualify for WRAP, applicants must live in Gwinnett County, own and live in the home receiving the services, and earn an annual household income at or below 65% of the Area Median Income.

The program is a partnership between Gwinnett Water Resources and local organizations. To learn more and apply, visit GwinnettCounty.com/WRAP.

County offices closed for Labor Day

All Gwinnett County Government offices, apart from operations required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed Monday, September 1 for the Labor Day holiday and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 2. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day during the holiday week. For more informa­tion, visit GCSolidWaste.com.

A Magistrate Court judge will be available at the Gwinnett County De­tention Center during the holiday.

Tax Assessors' Office will conduct onsite property field visits 

Gwinnett Board of Assessors appraisal staff conduct routine field visits to maintain accurate appraisal data as part of the County's annual review process. Representatives from Gwinnett, LMC, or Tyler Technologies verify existing or new construction, measure exteriors, and take photographs. Although no contact or involvement is needed, appraisers will carry identification and announce their presence at the property before beginning a review. If no one is available, information will be left to advise residents of the visit.

For questions or concerns, email Taxpayer.Services@GwinnettCounty.com or call 770.822.7200.

Get a grant toward your first home

If you're a first-time homebuyer, you might be eligible for Gwinnett’s Homestretch Down Payment Assistance Pro­gram. New or existing Gwinnett residents aspiring to own a home can receive down payment assistance of up to $10,000 as a five-year deferred payment loan with 0% in­terest. To qualify, the home must be located within Gwin­nett County.

Visit GwinnettCounty.com/HomestretchDPA for a list of eligibility requirements and to apply.

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