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Attention: The meetings scheduled for August 19, 21, and 28 regarding the proposed Lawrenceville Transit Transfer Facility have been canceled. We previously included a story in the newsletter inviting residents to learn more about the proposed site selection for this facility by attending the events in person or virtually.
Thank you for understanding and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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:
- The Eastern Regional Greenway and Apalachee River Pump Station are now open
- Share your input in the ARC Regional Public Participation Plan
- Commissioner Ku to host State of District 2
- Clear the Shelters event set for August 24
Check out more videos on TV Gwinnett Video on Demand.
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Commissioner Ku to host State of District 2 on August 29
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Join District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku for a town hall to discuss District 2 projects and countywide updates. The town hall will take place Thursday, August 29 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at the Mountain Park Activity Building, located at 1063 Rockbridge Road in Stone Mountain.
Commissioner Ku will share the latest developments in District 2, followed by a Q&A session with County representatives. An ASL translator will be available during the Q&A portion of the meeting.
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Request an absentee ballot
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Are you registered to vote in the upcoming General Election but aren't able to vote in-person on Election Day? Beginning Monday, August 19, registered voters can request an absentee by mail ballot for the November 5 General Election through Friday, October 25. For more information about absentee ballot applications, visit GwinnettElections.com.
To check your registration status, download a registration application, view sample ballots, and locate your polling place, visit MVP.SOS.GA.gov.
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Solicita una boleta de voto ausente
¿Estás inscrito para votar para las próximas Elecciones Generales pero no puedes votar en persona en el Día de las Elecciones? A partir del Lunes 19 de Agosto, los votantes inscritos pueden solicitar una boleta de voto ausente por correo para las Elecciones Generales del 5 de Noviembre hasta el Viernes 25 de Octubre. Para más información sobre las solicitudes de boleta de voto ausente, visita GwinnettElections.com.
Para verificar el estado de tu inscripción electoral, descargar una solicitud de inscripción, ver boletas de muestra y ubicar tu lugar de votación, visita MVP.SOS.GA.gov.
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Grant applications open until August 30
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Gwinnett will accept applications for its Nonprofit Capacity Building Grant until August 30. The grant program provides financial assistance to nonprofits negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This may occur in the form of operational support or capital support. Applications can be accessed in the grant application portal, and applicants must register with GovGrants to submit an application.
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners allocated $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding for Nonprofit Capacity Building. In alignment with the County’s Human Services Strategic Plan, funding will be awarded to organizations providing services in food security, housing, health and wellness, youth, literacy, and learning, and cross-cutting barriers to access like transportation or culturally and linguistically responsive services.
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Learn about Gwinnett’s Transit Referendum
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In the upcoming November 5 General Election, a transit referendum will be on the ballot. Voters will decide whether to fund transit projects through a dedicated Transit Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, known as Transit SPLOST. If approved, a one percent sales tax will be implemented for 30 years to support up to 75 transit projects in Gwinnett.
To learn more about the Gwinnett's Transit Plan and the transit referendum, watch the latest video with Ryan the Transit Guy. For more information, visit GwinnettCounty.com/YourRide.
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Share your feedback on the proposed Lawrenceville Transit Transfer Facility
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Residents are invited to learn about the proposed site selection for the Lawrenceville Transit Transfer Facility and share their comments. Join Gwinnett Transportation either in person or virtually:
- Monday, August 19 at 11:00am: Virtual
- Wednesday, August 21 at 5:30pm: In-person at One Justice Square, Room 106, 466 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville
- Wednesday, August 28 at 4:00pm: Virtual
The public comment period runs from August 19 to September 2. If you can’t attend, submit your comments via email at Transit@GwinnettCounty.com, call 770.822.8361, or visit 446 West Crogan Street, Suite 410, Lawrenceville.
A Title VI Equity Analysis was conducted for the proposed facility location to ensure non-discriminatory site selection. The analysis suggests a potential site on Collins Industrial Way at Buford Drive, located north of US Highway 29, east of Collins Hill Road, and west of State Route 124.
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Join us for the County's annual Public Safety Fall Festival!
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Join us at Coolray Field on Saturday, September 7 for the 15th annual Public Safety Fall Festival! Come out from 10:00am to 2:00pm to meet our first responders and enjoy food, giveaways, demonstrations, and displays. Kids will love the touch-a-truck experience featuring a SWAT personnel carrier, fire trucks, and other specialized vehicles. There will also be a Motorcycle Training Challenge showcasing courses from multiple police agencies. This event is open to residents of all ages and abilities.
Email PDCommunityAffairs@GwinnettCounty.com for more information. Coolray Field is located at 2500 Buford Drive in Lawrenceville.
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Gwinnett County introduces Facebook and Google sign-on options
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Gwinnett County has introduced new single sign-on options via Facebook and Google to enhance the user login experience. Residents can now conveniently access county services, including water bill payments, using these platforms. If you have an existing account, ensure your profile includes a Google or Facebook-associated email address to use the single sign-on feature. If not, simply update your contact information.
For detailed instructions, read this article. For help with the new sign-on option for water bill payments, contact customer care at 678.376.6800. For other assistance, email Webmaster@GwinnettCounty.com.
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