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Greetings!
First, I want to thank everyone who attended last week's Memorial Day Ceremony as we honored our fallen heroes. It’s never easy for a fellow servicemember to observe this day, but the support of so many others also paying their respects helps lighten the burden, even if just a little.
Now, as we enter June and summer approaches, there are pool openings, summer camps, and many more events in store for Gwinnett residents.
Mark your calendars for June 9, for a joint town hall between me, District 4 Commissioner Holtkamp, and Dacula Mayor Trey King. We have lots of updates for Districts 3 and 4, so we hope you can join us. You can find more details about this event below.
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Finally, I would like to extend my congratulations to Pastor Sailor and Christ the King Church in Dacula for their mortgage burning. Their mortgage has been paid in full, and they are debt-free!
I would also like to congratulate all the District 3 students who graduated from Archer, Brookwood, Central Gwinnett, Dacula, Grayson, Phoenix, and South Gwinnett! You have worked hard, you have persevered, and your community is incredibly proud of you.
Keep reading below for more District 3 and Gwinnett news and events.
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Vote in June 16 General Primary and Special Election Runoff
Advance in-person voting for the June 16 General Primary and Special Election Runoff is Saturday, June 6 to Friday, June 12 from 7:00am to 7:00pm at 13 advance voting locations across the county. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Friday, June 5. Voted absentee by mail ballots must be returned by mail or hand-delivered to the Gwinnett County Voter Registrations and Elections Beauty P. Baldwin Building by Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00pm.
On Election Day, Tuesday, June 16, the polls will be open from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Registered voters must vote at their assigned polling location on Election Day. To confirm your voter registration, view a sample ballot, and find your assigned polling location, visit MVP.SOS.GA.gov. For questions, contact Gwinnett Elections by email at VoterRegistration@GwinnettCounty.com or by phone at 678.226.7210.
Vote en las Primarias Generales y Desempate de Elección Especial del 16 de junio
La votación adelantada en persona para las Primarias Generales y Desempate de Elección Especial del 16 de junio se llevará a cabo desde el sábado 6 de junio hasta el viernes 12 de junio de 7:00am a 7:00pm en los 13 lugares de votación adelantada del condado. La fecha límite para solicitar una boleta de voto ausente es el viernes 5 de junio. Las boletas deben enviarse por correo o entregarse en mano en el Edificio Beauty P. Baldwin de la Oficina de Inscripción de Votantes y Elecciones del Condado de Gwinnett antes del martes 16 de junio a las 7:00pm.
El Día de las Elecciones, el martes 16 de junio, los lugares de votación estarán abiertos desde las 7:00am hasta las 7:00pm. Los votantes inscritos deben votar en su lugar de votación asignado el Día de las Elecciones. Para confirmar su inscripción de votante, ver una boleta de muestra y encontrar su lugar de votación asignado, visite MVP.SOS.GA.gov. Si tiene alguna pregunta, póngase en contacto con la oficina de Elecciones por correo electrónico en VoterRegistration@GwinnettCounty.com o por teléfono en el 678.226.7210.
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Celebrate Pride Month
In Gwinnett, we celebrate Pride Month every June to affirm our support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Gwinnett is once again partnering with the Visibility Club for Gwinnett Pride 2026 on Saturday, June 13 from noon to 6:00pm at Thrasher Park in Norcross.
Join us for a day of celebration featuring food, fun, and performances. This event is free for all ages. Thrasher Park is located at 93 Park Drive in Norcross.
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Help prepare our youth for success
Donate professional attire to support a career readiness workshop focused on resume building, interview preparation, and professional presentation skills. Items needed include ties, blazers for teen girls, and new or gently used professional clothing.
Donations will be accepted now through Thursday, June 18 and can be dropped off at the Traffic Court and Juvenile Justice Building located at 115 Stone Mountain Street, on the first-floor in the Probation Department to Probation Officer Harvey-Lovell or Probation Officer Grant.
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Celebrate Juneteenth at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
Gwinnett County is partnering with the United Ebony Society for the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 20. This year's event will take place from 5:00pm to 10:00pm at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville.
Come and enjoy live performances, food, and fun activities for the whole family. This event is free. Visit UnitedEbonySociety.org for more information.
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Apply for the Gwinnett 101 Citizens Academy
Applications are now open for the next Gwinnett 101 Citizens Academy cohort! This 12-week program offers residents, students, and business owners a behind-the-scenes look at how Gwinnett County Government provides high quality services to more than one million residents.
Don't miss your chance to participate! Applications are due by Sunday, June 21. For more information and to apply online, visit Gwinnett101.com. There is no cost to participate in this program.
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Back-to-School Supply Drive
Set students up for success in the next school year! The Gwinnett County Police Department is holding a Back-to-School Supply Drive to help ensure every child starts the 2026-2027 school year prepared and confident.
Now through July 20, residents can drop off new backpacks and school supplies at Police Headquarters or any Police Precinct, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Help kids get a fresh start with donations of calculators, notebooks, rulers, and more. Find the full list and more information at GwinnettPolice.com.
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Districts 3 and 4 Joint Town Hall
Save the date for Tuesday, June 9! Come hear Commissioner Holtkamp, Commissioner Jasper Watkins III, Dacula Mayor Trey King, and other County leadership give updates on transportation, parks, public safety, and more in Districts 3 and 4. Be sure to bring your questions for a Q&A session afterward.
The event will take place from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at Dacula City Hall, located at 442 Harbins Road, and will also stream live on the County's Facebook page @GwinnettGov.
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Get rid of your hazardous waste
Have some hard-to-dispose-of items? Bring them to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day event on Saturday, June 13 at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds located at 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville.
From 8:00am to noon, residents can bring up to five disposable containers of items like motor oil, batteries, cleaning chemicals, and more. For a complete list of acceptable items, visit GwinnettCB.org.
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Grab a summer meal on the go
Gwinnett's Summer Meals program is back, providing free grab-and-go breakfast and lunch to children 18 and younger and those 19 and older with disabilities. Nutritious meals are available from Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, July 31 and can be picked up Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 1:00pm — including County holidays — while supplies last.
Locations available in District 3 are Dacula Park, Rhodes Jordan Park, Vines Park, and the Lenora Park Gym. For the complete list of locations, bus routes, and more at GwinnettSummerMeals.com.
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Free summer learning fun with Building Brains Anywhere!
Join B2A for free early learning fun for ages 2 to 5 at Summer Adventure Club, including Critter Camp Out on June 22 at the Lawrenceville Female Seminary. The morning session, from 10:00am to 11:00am, features a story, music, science, and a walking adventure!
Check out more B2A programming, visit B2Anywhere.com, email B2Anywhere@GwinnettCounty.com, or call 770.904.3500.
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The seasonal pools are open!
You can visit the pools at Dacula Park, Lenora Park, and Rhodes Jordan Park now through Labor Day weekend. Visit GwinnettParks.com for operating hours, pool rules, admission fees, and more.
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Juneteenth Family Storytime Celebration
Thursday, June 18 from 10:30am to noon
What is the significance of Juneteenth? Learn about how Juneteenth came about, how African Americans honor the historical value and meaning of the holiday, and traditions for the holiday. This will be a time of unity, stories, and creative play. Open to all ages. Gwinnett County Public Library Dacula Branch, 265 Dacula Road, Dacula. Event cost: Free!
Teen Street Art Showcase
Saturday, June 20 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Experience the Teen Street Art Showcase at Lenora Park! Watch six local artists create live installations while enjoying music, food, and a gallery of incredible teen talent. Open to all ages. Lenora Park, 4515 Lenora Church Road, Snellville. Event cost: Free!
Shakespeare in the Park
Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Experience the magic of live theater with the timeless works of William Shakespeare, brought to life by Hazelwood Prep Academy. Bring your family, along with a blanket and/or lawn chair, and enjoy an unforgettable evening under the sky. Open to all ages. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville. Event cost: Free!
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We had another wonderful celebration for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May!
These are the neighbors who help keep Gwinnett running — our doctors, our veterans, our educators, and our public servants. Thank you for your commitment to a vibrant, connected Gwinnett!
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I was pleased to participate in yet another graduation of our Gwinnett 101 Citizens Academy!
For 12 weeks, these residents dedicate their time and effort to understanding how our government operates, and in return, our community gains another committed civic participant.
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It was also my great honor to once again be part of the wreath laying ceremony for Peace Officers Memorial Day.
During this solemn annual observance, we remember and honor the six Gwinnett County police officers who have been killed in the line of duty since 1964. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
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