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Gwinnett County brings you the latest news and happenings about your community through TV Gwinnett.

What you'll see in this episode:

• Gwinnett Clerk of Courts to host National Adoption Day Celebration
• County reinforces commitment to children in foster care through Gwinnett CASA
• Learn about new emergency response resources coming soon
• Gwinnett earns national recognition for its commitment to sustainable infrastructure

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Chairwoman Hendrickson presents proposed budget for 2025

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson presented her proposed budget to guide County government spending for the 2025 fiscal year. The proposed budget for 2025 totals $2.65 billion. It consists of a $2.1 billion operating budget and a $542 million capital improvements budget, which includes funds from the County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax program. Chairwoman Hendrickson said the proposed budget addresses challenges facing the County, including health care, affordable housing, and sustainability. 

The proposed 2025 budget resolution is available online and as a hard copy in the Financial Services office at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville during business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 5:00pm. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on December 3 in Conference Room C of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. Residents can also offer input on the County’s website through December 31. Commissioners will consider the 2025 budget at their first meeting of the new year on January 7.

Gwinnett County Government is seeking your feedback as we embark on the County’s first disparity study. Gwinnett County has partnered with Griffin & Strong P.C. to evaluate potential disparities or barriers in government contracting and purchasing for small and underrepresented businesses. Attend one of the upcoming virtual informational meetings on Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00pm to learn about the study and how you can participate.

The meetings will be recorded for analysis and posted on the study’s website. Email GwinnettCountyStudy@GSPCLaw.com or visit GwinnettCountyDisparityStudy.com for more information.

Gwinnett Police seeks community input

The Gwinnett County Police Department is committed to serving our community with excellence. To ensure we’re meeting your needs, we’re seeking public input through a community survey. Randomly selected households will soon receive surveys in the mail that will ask about different aspects of police performance and help us identify areas for improvement. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our department.

If your household receives a random survey, an adult resident who is 18 years or older should complete the survey. All responses are confidential and no identifying information will be shared. If you aren't selected for this initial survey, a community-wide survey will be available in the coming weeks.

Help shape the future of the Park Place district

Share your vision for a thriving Park Place district! Join us on Monday, November 18 for the Visioning Workshop at the Mountain Park Activity Building from 6:00pm to 7:30pm to learn about the Park Place Master Plan project recommendations and share your ideas on how the community could improve.

The Mountain Park Activity Building is located at 1063 Rockbridge Road in Stone Mountain. For more information, visit GwinnettCounty.com/ParkPlacePlan.

Winter break camp registration is now open

Need some play dates for the kids over winter break? Sign them up for winter break camp! We have a variety of action-packed programs planned for kids ages 5 to 12 to have fun, explore new activities, and make friends.

Adventure Days Out camp is on weekdays Thursday, December 26 through Tuesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 2 through Friday, January 3 from 7:30am to 6:00pm. In December, Rhodes Jordan Park will host two, three-day sessions of Art Camp for Kids from 9:30am to 1:30pm. To learn more and register, visit GwinnettParks.com.

Stay safe in the kitchen this holiday season

The holiday season is a time for festive gatherings and delicious meals. However, cooking is the leading cause of home fires. Ensure your celebrations are safe and enjoyable with these essential cooking tips:

• Stay focused while cooking
• Keep the cooking area free of clutter
• Use timers as reminders to check on your dish
• Install and maintain smoke alarms at home
• Ensure your appliances are clean and in good working condition

Visit GwinnettSafety411.com for more holiday season safety tips.

Heat your home safely during winter

As colder months approach, we want to emphasize the importance of safety while heating your home with alternate heating methods if power outages become a concern. Here’s a list of essential tips to help you stay safe and warm this winter:

• Fireplaces need to be cleaned out frequently, and chimneys should be inspected for obstructions and cracks to prevent deadly chimney and roof fires
• Only buy space and kerosene heaters evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories or UL
• Never use generators in homes, garages, basements, crawl spaces, or other enclosed or partially enclosed areas, even with ventilation

Learn more about home heating safety tips at GwinnettSafety411.com or subscribe to our Prevention 365 newsletter for fire and lifesaving topics.