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Hello L. David,
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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What's new on TV Gwinnett?
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Gwinnett County brings you the latest news and happenings about your community through Eye on Gwinnett, our weekly news program.
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What you'll see in this episode:
- County honors military and public service heroes at Memorial Day ceremony
- Join us to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- Visit Gwinnett's award-winning parks
- Summer Meals program begins May 28
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Honor fallen military and public service heroes during Memorial Day ceremony
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Join us to honor Gwinnett’s fallen military and public service heroes during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at 1:00pm on Monday, May 27 at the Gwinnett Fallen Heroes Memorial in Lawrenceville. Georgia Department of Veterans Service Commissioner Patricia Ross, a retired United States Air Force Colonel, will be our keynote speaker this year. The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners will also deliver remarks and Gwinnett Fire Chief Fred Cephas will emcee the ceremony.
The Memorial Day ceremony will also stream live on the County’s Facebook page @GwinnettGov and be televised on TV Gwinnett, the County’s local government access cable channel. TV Gwinnett programming is also available streaming and on demand at TVGwinnett.com.
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Attend the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration
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Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the 2024 AAPI Heritage Night Celebration on Wednesday, May 29 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. This event provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to explore the history and customs of various AAPI cultures in Gwinnett. Join us for a vibrant evening of performances, food, and more!
If you are unable to attend the celebration, you can also visit our exhibit honoring the AAPI community in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center Atrium throughout the month of May.
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Grab a summer meal on-the-go
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Gwinnett's Summer Meals program is back, providing free grab-and-go breakfast and lunch to children 18 and younger, as well as those 19 and older with physical or mental disabilities. Nutritious meals are available from Tuesday, May 28 through Friday, August 2, and can be picked up Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 1:00pm — including County holidays — while supplies last.
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Participate in Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services’ Hiring Event
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Join us at our upcoming Gwinnett Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee Hiring Event on Tuesday, May 28 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at 3608 Braselton Highway in Dacula. This is a unique opportunity to complete a substantial portion of the first phase of a two-phase hiring process. Participants can complete an orientation, a more detailed application, a background check, physical testing, and an oral interview. Please note that sneakers and long pants are required for the physical testing.
The entire process typically takes two to three hours, although it may take longer. We highly recommend submitting an application at GwinnettFireJobs.com before attending the event.
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Share your input on risks for natural disasters in your community
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The Gwinnett Office of Emergency Management invites you to a community meeting to update the 2025 Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The public meeting will be held Wednesday, May 29 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm in the Lilburn Activity Building located at 788 Hillcrest Road. All residents are encouraged to share their comments and learn about the Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan that covers Gwinnett’s 16 cities and unincorporated areas of the county.
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Serve your community as a poll official
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Sirve a tu comunidad como un trabajador electoral
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Help us plan for the future of Centerville!
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We have exciting events this summer where you can share your ideas for improving the Centerville community. Join us at an interactive design workshop on Wednesday, June 26 from 4:00pn to 7:00pm or on Thursday, June 27 from 9:00am to noon or 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Zoar United Methodist Church in Snellville to help identify the vision for the future of Centerville. To learn more about the Centerville Small Area Plan, visit GwinnettCounty.com/CentervillePlan.
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Get your rental home inspected
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Gwinnett County is committed to upholding the interior standards of the International Property Maintenance Code at residential rental properties. If your rental home is damaged, improperly maintained, unsanitary, or unsafe, you may request an inspection by emailing CodeEnforcement@GwinnettCounty.com, visiting GwinnettZIP.com, or calling 770.513.5004.
Once a request is submitted, an inspection appointment will be scheduled. During the inspection, any code violations will be documented on a notice of violation. A Gwinnett Code Enforcement officer will then work with the property owner or manager to address all violations. For a list of common interior code violations, visit GwinnettCodeEnforcement.com.
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