The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a $2.67 billion budget to fund County operations and projects for the year. 

The approved budget consists of a $2.11 billion operating budget and a $555 million capital improvements budget, which includes funds from the County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax program.  

The adopted budget allows Gwinnett County Government to address local needs such as public safety, community health, and high-quality infrastructure while balancing increasing costs of labor, materials, and services facing the County and residents alike. 

The budget also includes the approval of organizational changes, including the creation of the Parks and Recreation Department, which was previously part of the Department of Community Services.  

“This year’s budget demonstrates our commitment to both fiscal responsibility and superior service delivery to a broadly diverse community. I’m proud of the work that went into the budget planning process at all levels of this organization to identify efficiencies and cut costs where possible,” said Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson. “Our priority is to maximize investments that have a positive, far-reaching impact so that we continue supporting a safe and thriving community for all.” 

Initiatives in the budget include:  

As part of the budget development process, department directors and elected officials presented business plans for 2025 to three Gwinnett residents recruited by Chairwoman Hendrickson, who reviewed the departmental requests and made recommendations.