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Gwinnett County continues to be among the best in the nation when it comes to handling the unexpected. The County’s Office of Emergency Management has once again earned national accreditation through the Emergency Management Accreditation Program. 

Please note that there is no in-person voting on Monday, April 6 for the Special Election Runoff.

The County recently approved a $44 million contract funded by SPLOST to resurface residential County roads.

Enjoying a garden scavenger hunt, meeting a new bunny friend, and learning about different birds and other wildlife are just a few free things to do in Gwinnett this weekend.

Check out these events happening Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5.

Join us on Saturday, May 2, from noon to 4:00pm for the 12th annual Multicultural Festival and County Government Open House at Sugarloaf Mills. This free, family-friendly event brings together the cultures that make Gwinnett such a vibrant and welcoming community.

Gwinnett County will be updating the ZIP Portal online payment page as part of ongoing improvements to the County’s digital services. 

Gwinnett County residents are invited to attend the debut of Choppin’ it Up with the Chairwoman, a new live podcast hosted by Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson

Gwinnett County Animal Welfare and Enforcement and the Gwinnett County Health Department advise residents to use caution and avoid animals behaving in unusual ways after a racoon tested positive for the rabies virus. 

The Gwinnett County Board of Voter Registrations and Elections has appointed Kelvin Williams as acting elections supervisor.

Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp will host his State of District 4 Town Hall on Monday, March 23 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at The Water Tower in Buford. This event offers residents an opportunity to engage with County leadership and receive updates on infrastructure, safety, and future growth.

The Gwinnett Youth Commission is an intensive summer program designed to give interested youth an inside look at how Gwinnett County Government operates.

The Gwinnett County Solicitor General’s Office is partnering with the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia to host a Joint Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Impaired Driving Training on Wednesday, April 8, and Thursday, April 9, from 9:00am to 4:00pm at the Gwinnett County Police Training Center.

You can lower your water bill with small changes to your everyday habits.  Water conservation isn’t just good for the environment; it can also lead to noticeable savings each month. 

Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson delivered the 2026 State of the County address, highlighting the County’s continued growth, strategic investments, and commitment to preserving Gwinnett’s history while preparing for the future.

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that offers competitive pay, corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more.

The County will be installing a traffic light system at the intersection of Rockbridge Road and Wydella Road to enhance commuter safety and connectivity.

Gwinnett County residents have an opportunity to strengthen community preparedness by participating in free, virtual Basic Spotter Training classes offered by the National Weather Service Atlanta.

Hundreds of law enforcement officers, state and local leaders, and community members gathered at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville on Saturday, February 7, to honor the life and legacy of Gwinnett Police Officer Pradeep Tamang. 

Gwinnett County is making improvements to Evermore North Boulevard, enhancing mobility for commuters.