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:

• Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson to deliver first serve at Atlanta Vibe volleyball game
• Gwinnett Parks and Recreation celebrates 40 years of serving the community
• County welcomes International Walk for Peace with a special proclamation

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Gwinnett Board of Commissioners adopts 2026 budget 

On January 6, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved a $2.58 billion budget to fund County operations and projects for 2026, a reduction of $84.6 million from the previous year’s budget. The approved budget consists of a $2.15 billion operating budget and a $431 million capital improvements budget, which includes funds from the County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax program.

The budget includes funding for initiatives like the completion of the Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Grayson Highway, enhancements to E911 communications, and the relocation of Fire Station 3. The budget also helps to maintain roadways and provide safe, clean drinking water. The adopted 2026 budget resolution and supporting documents are available online at GwinnettCounty.com/Budget.

Chairwoman Hendrickson to make First Serve at Atlanta Vibe home game

Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson will take center court on Sunday, January 11 to deliver the ceremonial First Serve at the Atlanta Vibe’s home match at Gas South Arena. The First Serve coincides with the presentation of a proclamation from the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners recognizing the Atlanta Vibe for its impact on the community and for embracing the County’s One Gwinnett theme during the 2025 season.

Learn more about the Atlanta Vibe and upcoming games.

Apply for free tree planting beginning January 9

Looking to beautify your front yard? The County's Front Yard Tree Program will offer up to two free trees for eligible homeowners in unincorporated Gwinnett County. This initiative will help expand the county's tree canopy, improve air quality, and make our neighborhoods more vibrant!

Explore tree types and more at GwinnettCounty.com/FrontYardTree. Applications open this Friday, January 9.

Volunteer for MLK Day of Service

Lend a helping hand for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service! From cleaning up our wetlands to preparing food for homebound seniors, the County has various opportunities available from Friday, January 16 to Monday, January 19.

Visit VolunteerGwinnett.net to sign up to make a difference.

Recycle your live Christmas trees

There's still time to drop off your live Christmas tree to be chipped into mulch for our County parks. Drop off your tree now through Wednesday, January 21 at designated fire stations throughout the county. Please make sure your tree is free of lights, tinsel, decorations, and tree stands before dropping it off.

The trees will be chipped on Saturday, January 24 at Bethesda Park as part of the annual Bring One for the Chipper event.

Impactful careers start with Gwinnett County Government

Join us for our Career From Here Job Fair on Tuesday, February 3 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. Candidates will have the opportunity to attend a panel with selected departments, have their resume reviewed and make onsite edits, and meet current employees to learn how they can thrive in various fields.

Learn more and register. The Gas South Convention Center is located at 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth.

County offices closed for MLK Day

All Gwinnett County Government offices, apart from operations required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, January 20. Trash and recycling collection will not be impacted during the holiday. For more information, visit GCSolidWaste.com.

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

To stay updated with the latest news from the County, visit our website, GwinnettCounty.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @GwinnettGov.