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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.
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The Gwinnett County Police Department’s Situational Awareness and Crime Response Center uses cutting-edge technology to keep our community safe. The SACRC serves as a real-time crime hub, using tools like Flock Safety cameras and cameras connected through the Gwinnett Safe Communities initiative to conduct real-time analysis on active 911 calls. Analysts in the SACRC provide critical support to officers in the field, enabling a safer and more informed response to public safety incidents.
If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, you are invited to build your career with Gwinnett Police and explore the various opportunities available. Watch our video to learn more, and apply at GwinnettPoliceJobs.com.
| | Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett to purchase former Sears site at Gwinnett Place Mall | | |
The Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County approved the $11.5 million purchase of the 11.5-acre former Sears site at Gwinnett Place Mall. With this acquisition, expected to close by the end of October, the URA and Gwinnett County will own a combined 87.5 acres of the Gwinnett Place Mall site.
In 2021, the Urban Redevelopment Agency initially purchased a 39-acre portion of the Gwinnett Place Mall site, and in 2024, an additional 23 acres were purchased on the site. The redevelopment of the Gwinnett Place Mall site will create a dense, mixed-use activity center that is well-connected, green, and walkable, while preserving the cultural diversity and character of the area. Learn more at GwinnettCounty.com/GwinnettPlaceMall.
| | County buildings get new names to better identify their services | | |
Gwinnett County has updated names to three buildings around the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center campus.
The buildings have been renamed to help visitors differentiate the buildings on the campus and to better reflect the services housed in each one.
| | The names of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center and the Nash Court Building inside GJAC will not change. | | Gain access to quality food at a food distribution site | | |
Our convenient and flexible mobile food distribution is available twice a month at select park locations throughout the year. The next event takes place at Rock Springs Park in Lawrenceville on Tuesday, September 9 beginning at 3:00pm until supplies last.
This service is free and features a contactless, drive-thru distribution. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first served basis, and no identification is required. For the full list of locations and dates, visit the food security resources page.
| | Visit 4-H Farm Friends at the fair! | | |
Experience life on the farm inside the Big Red Barn at the annual 4-H Farm Friends exhibit at the Gwinnett County Fair. From Thursday, September 11 through Sunday, September 21, get up close and personal with rabbits, goats, and sheep. You can even try milking Daisy, the wooden sawhorse cow.
Group tours are available weekdays from 9:30am to 11:30am. Home school groups and families with toddlers are invited to visit the exhibit during an exclusive Discovery Day on Friday, September 19. Visit GwinnettExtension.com to learn more.
| | Meet with County staff to get to know Gwinnett | | |
Join us for Gwinnett Communities Now on Tuesday, September 16 at the Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Bethany Church Road (formerly OneStop Centerville) in Snellville and discover services and resources to share with your community!
From 5:00pm to 7:30pm, attendees can explore current and planned County projects, share feedback on community needs, learn more about County services from various departments, and more.
This free event aims to bring community leaders together, from HOA and community association representatives to apartment managers, community organization administrators, and natural neighborhood leaders, equipping them with the skills to build stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods in Gwinnett.
| | Join the Gwinnett Sheriff's Office for the annual Community Golf Classic | | |
Join the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office for its annual Community Golf Classic on Monday, September 22 at the Hamilton Mill Country Club, located at 1995 Hamilton Mill Parkway in Dacula. Check-in begins at 9:00am, the shotgun starts at 10:15am, and the event will run through 4:00pm.
Whether you're an experienced golfer or looking to enjoy a day on the course, this is an opportunity to connect with your community while supporting local programs. For more information or to get involved, contact the Community Outreach Unit at 770.619.6795, email GCSOCommunityOutreach@GwinnettCounty.com, or visit KeyboBuildingBridges.com.
| | Drop off glass at enhanced glass recycling stations | | |
Gwinnett County's 13 glass recycling locations are now more accessible with new features to make dropping off your glass easier than ever. Each site now includes carts with top openings for simple drop-in recycling and platforms to reduce the need for heavy lifting when using the larger containers.
Visit GwinnettCounty.com/GlassRecycling for a list of acceptable glass items. For questions, please call 770.822.7141.
| | Big changes ahead for the Hutchins Road and Oak Road intersection | | |
The County is building a new roundabout at the intersection of Hutchins Road and Oak Road to improve safety and ease traffic congestion. In addition to the roundabout, the project includes new concrete sidewalks, enhanced drainage systems, and updated curbs and gutters. Commuters should be aware of lane shifts and minor delays throughout the construction period, though access to residential properties will remain open.
The project, which began in August and is expected to be completed in late 2026, is funded by the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. For more information about how your pennies work in Gwinnett, visit GwinnettSPLOST.com.
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