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Gwinnett County Connection, October 2024
Posted on October 6, 2024 by GRTM Communications
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Voters are not limited to Election Day to cast their ballot for the November 5 General Election.

 

Registered voters may vote advance in-person any day, including weekends, from October 15 through November 1, 7:00am to 7:00pm, at the Gwinnett Voter Registrations and Elections Office in Lawrenceville and 11 other advance voting locations around the county.

 

Watch this guide on how to vote advance in person. Check out more videos on TV Gwinnett Video on Demand.

Los votantes no tienen que limitarse al Día de las Elecciones para emitir su voto para las Elecciones Generales del 5 de Noviembre. Los votantes inscritos pueden votar por adelantado en persona todos los días, incluidos los fines de semana, desde el 15 de Octubre hasta el 1 de Noviembre, de 7:00am a 7:00pm en la Oficina de Inscripción de Votantes y Elecciones de Gwinnett en Lawrenceville y en otros 11 lugares de votación adelantada en todo el condado. Vea esta guía sobre cómo votar por adelantado en persona. Vea más videos en TV Gwinnett Video on Demand.

FEATURE

Don't miss key election deadlines

Remember these important dates leading up to the November 5 General Election:

  • Voter registration deadline: October 7
  • Advance in-person voting: October 15 to November 1
  • Absentee by mail ballot request deadline: October 25

To vote by mail, apply for a ballot at SOS.GA.gov or use the forms at GwinnettElections.com. Return your ballot by mail, in person at the Elections Office, or drop it in a secure ballot drop box. Check your voter registration status at MVP.SOS.GA.gov.

Infórmate de fechas límite clave de elecciones

Recuerda estas fechas importantes previas a las eleciones del 5 de Noviembre:

  • Fecha límite de inscripción de votantes: 7 de Octubre
  • Votación adelantada en persona: 15 de Octubre al 1 de Noviembre
  • Fecha límite de solicitud de boleta de voto ausente por correo: 25 de Octubre

Solicita una boleta en SOS.GA.gov para votar por correo, o usa los formularios en el sitio web de GwinnettElections.com. Devuelve tu boleta por correo, en persona en la oficina de elecciones o deposítelas en un buzón seguro de boletas. Verifica el estado de tu inscripción electoral en  MVP.SOS.GA.gov.

AROUND GWINNETT

Learn about Gwinnett’s Transit Referendum

This upcoming General Election, voters will decide if transit projects should be funded through a dedi­cated Transit Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, known as a Transit SPLOST.

 

If approved by voters, a one percent sales tax would be imposed for 30 years to fund up to 75 transit projects in Gwinnett, includ­ing an airport ride to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Inter­national airport, microtransit expansion, and more. Learn more at GwinnettCounty.com/YourRide.

Aprende sobre el referendo de transporte público de Gwinnett

En las próximas Elecciones Generales, los votantes decidirán si los proyectos de transporte público de­ben financiarse a través de un Impuesto sobre las Ventas de Opción Local de Propósito Especial de Trán­sito, conocido como Transit SPLOST.

 

Si los votantes lo aprueban, se impondría un impuesto sobre ventas del uno por ciento durante 30 años para financiar hasta 75 proyectos de tránsito en Gwinnett, incluyendo un servicio de transporte al aeropuerto Hartsfield-Jack­son Atlanta, expansión del microtransporte, entre otros. Conoce más en GwinnettCounty.com/YourRide.

Join us in honoring our veterans

Gwinnett County will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Monday, November 11 to pay tribute to our military heroes. Join us at the Fallen Heroes Memorial on the grounds of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. The ceremony begins at 11:00am.

Light the Great Tree on Thanksgiving night

The annual Lighting of the Tree kicks off the holi­day season on Thursday, November 28 at the Gwin­nett Historic Courthouse on the downtown square in Lawrenceville.

 

Following Santa's official tree lighting duties, the Courthouse will welcome visitors for self-guided tours and serve as his headquarters, offering plenty of photo opportunities.

PROTECTING OUR RESOURCES

Save money with smart water habits

All of Gwinnett's drinking water is solely sourced from Lake Lanier, so it's important to practice daily water conservation. Reducing your water usage helps protect our water resources and saves you money on your water bill. Make small changes to the way you use water with these helpful tips:

  • Turn the faucet off when brushing your teeth or shaving
  • Only wash full loads of dishes and laundry
  • Upgrade to WaterSense plumbing fixtures
  • Check for leaks and repair them quickly

Visit Gwinnetth2o.com for more information on water conservation.

Improve the environment while cooking

Join us on Thursday, November 14 at the Norcross Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library for the Better Cooking for a Better Environment workshop. From 6:00pm to 7:30pm, you'll learn how properly disposing of fats, oils, and grease in your kitchen helps protect our outdoor water resources, with cooking and cleanup demonstrations. To register, visit Gwinnetth2o.com, call 678.376.6914, or email DWRworkshops@GwinnettCounty.com with your name, address, and phone number.

TAX COMMISSIONER

Make an appointment for in-person visits

Residents are encouraged to schedule in-person visits for title processing, tax liens, and other complex trans­actions. Choose your preferred location, service, date, and time, and enter your contact details by visiting GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com/Appointments. Appointments can be made up to two weeks in advance.

PUBLIC SAFETY

Prioritize safety this Halloween

Halloween is an exciting time for those who celebrate, but twice as many kids are killed while walking on the holiday than any other day of the year. With simple pre­cautions, kids can stay safe. Prepare children to act safely and be alert while driving with these helpful tips:

  • Cross the street safely, using traffic signals and crosswalks
  • Walk on sidewalks or paths
  • Avoid running into the street and crossing between parked cars
  • Carry glow sticks or flashlights to be visible to drivers at night
  • Drive slowly in residential neighborhoods
  • Reduce distractions inside your vehicle while driving

Please visit GwinnettSafety411.com for more holiday safety tips.

SPLOST

Gwinnett uses SPLOST funding to extend life of ambulances

Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services will extend the lifespan of 20 ambulances by remounting the patient transport compartment onto new frames instead of buying new units. This innovative approach not only saves an estimated 20 to 50 percent in the cost of refur­bishing the ambulances, but it also promotes sustain­ability by reducing waste.

 

Life Line Emergency Vehicles was awarded two SPLOST-funded contracts totaling $5.3 million. To learn more about how your pennies work in Gwinnett, please visit GwinnettSPLOST.com.

RESOURCES

Receive aid through Gwinnett Veteran and Family Services

Are you a veteran or family of a veteran seeking as­sistance? Meet with a Veteran and Family Services navigator to help you complete Veterans Administra­tion forms, file Veterans Administration benefits and claims, and connect you to valuable resources in Gwin­nett and across the region. Visit GwinnettOneStop.com to learn more.

SERVING GWINNETT

Become a firefighter/paramedic

Mark your calendars! Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services is hosting its hiring event on Friday, No­vember 8 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the Fire Train­ing Academy. Skip the line and apply in advance at GwinnettFireJobs.com. The Fire Training Academy is located at 3608 Braselton Highway in Dacula.

Recycle your items at America Recycles Day

Have some hard-to-recycle items? Rain or shine, you can bring them to America Recycles Day on Satur­day, November 2 from 9:00am to noon at the Gwin­nett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. Volunteers will remove items placed in disposable containers from the trunk or back seat of your vehicle. Recycling electronics is free except for projection/console TVs ($35), computer monitors ($15), and printers ($5). Visit GCSolidWaste.com or call 770.822.7141 for a full list of acceptable items.

Learn about septic system care

Are you a homeowner looking to extend the life of your septic system? Join our partners at the Gwinnett County Soil and Conservation District for the Septic Tank Health and Maintenance Workshop on Wednesday, November 6 from 10:00am to 1:30pm at the Gwinnett County Government Annex Building in Lawrenceville! This informative workshop will help you discover the basics of septic systems, common issues, maintenance, and more.

 

The event is free, and lunch will be provided. Please register by Friday, October 25. To reserve your spot, call 706.552.4470 or email Jackie.Holt@GASWCC.GA.gov. The Gwinnett County Government Annex Building is located at 750 South Perry Street in Lawrenceville.

County offices closed for November holidays

All Gwinnett County Government offices, apart from operations required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day and will resume reg­ular hours on Tuesday, November 12. Offices will also be closed November 28 and November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

 

Trash will be collected as normal throughout the holidays, except for Thanksgiving Day, when col­lection will be delayed. For more information, visit GCSolidWaste.com. A Magistrate Court judge will be available at the Gwinnett County Detention Center during the holiday.

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