New to the committee this year are residents Lisa Burleson and Santiago Marquez, while review team veterans Mark Brock, Burt Manning and Latabia Woodward are returning. Burleson is a retired district level administrator from Gwinnett County Public Schools and Marquez is CFO/VP of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and has spent nearly 20 years serving the Latino community both locally and nationally. Brock is building maintenance director for Gwinnett County Public Schools, Manning is a retired real estate appraiser and assessment administrator who has worked in six Georgia counties, and Woodward works as a strategic planning principal for Georgia Power and is the immediate past president of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Woodward and Burleson are alumni of the first Gwinnett 101: Citizens Academy class held in the spring.
“I am grateful that these five knowledgeable and thoughtful residents have agreed to serve in this capacity,” said Nash. “It is important for the public to have input in local government decisions, and I look forward to working with these individuals and our staff to listen to departmental needs and plans, review revenue projections and develop the 2016 budget.”
The business plan presentations will be recorded for airing on the TVgwinnett government-access cable television channel and viewing on demand at www.tvgwinnett.com.
The Chairman’s 2016 budget proposal will be available to the public and news media on Nov. 17 prior to a public hearing that will be held on Dec. 7. By county ordinance, the Board of Commissioners must adopt the annual budget during its first meeting in January.
]]>New to the committee this year are residents Lisa Burleson and Santiago Marquez, while review team veterans Mark Brock, Burt Manning and Latabia Woodward are returning. Burleson is a retired district level administrator from Gwinnett County Public Schools and Marquez is CFO/VP of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and has spent nearly 20 years serving the Latino community both locally and nationally. Brock is building maintenance director for Gwinnett County Public Schools, Manning is a retired real estate appraiser and assessment administrator who has worked in six Georgia counties, and Woodward works as a strategic planning principal for Georgia Power and is the immediate past president of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Woodward and Burleson are alumni of the first Gwinnett 101: Citizens Academy class held in the spring.
“I am grateful that these five knowledgeable and thoughtful residents have agreed to serve in this capacity,” said Nash. “It is important for the public to have input in local government decisions, and I look forward to working with these individuals and our staff to listen to departmental needs and plans, review revenue projections and develop the 2016 budget.”
The business plan presentations will be recorded for airing on the TVgwinnett government-access cable television channel and viewing on demand at www.tvgwinnett.com.
The Chairman’s 2016 budget proposal will be available to the public and news media on Nov. 17 prior to a public hearing that will be held on Dec. 7. By county ordinance, the Board of Commissioners must adopt the annual budget during its first meeting in January.
]]>The citizen members are Mark Brock, Lisa Burleson, Burt Manning, Santiago Marquez, and Latabia Woodward. Brock, Manning, and Woodward are returning for another year of service. Woodward and Burleson are alumni of the first Gwinnett 101: Citizens Academy class held in the spring.
Brock serves as building maintenance director for Gwinnett County Public Schools and Manning is a retired real estate appraiser and assessment administrator who has worked in six Georgia counties. Woodward serves as a strategic planning principal for Georgia Power and is the immediate past president of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Burleson, new to the review team, is a retired district level administrator from Gwinnett County Public Schools. Also serving his first year on the budget team, Marquez is CFO/VP of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and has spent nearly 20 years serving the Latino community locally and nationally.
“I am grateful that these five knowledgeable and thoughtful residents have agreed to serve in this capacity,” said Nash. “It is important for the public to have input in local government decisions, and I look forward to working with these individuals and our staff to listen to departmental needs and plans, review revenue projections and develop the 2016 budget.”
County departments and agencies present their business plans and financial resource requests to the review team in late summer each year. The videotaped presentations are made available to the public on the TVgwinnett government-access cable television channel and on demand on this website. Presentations began on August 31, 2015.
The Chairman’s 2016 budget proposal will be available to the public and news media at the same time it is presented to commissioners on November 17. A public hearing will be held on December 7. By Gwinnett County ordinance, the Board of Commissioners must adopt the annual budget during its first meeting in January.
]]>The citizen members are Mark Brock, Lisa Burleson, Burt Manning, Santiago Marquez, and Latabia Woodward. Brock, Manning, and Woodward are returning for another year of service. Woodward and Burleson are alumni of the first Gwinnett 101: Citizens Academy class held in the spring.
Brock serves as building maintenance director for Gwinnett County Public Schools and Manning is a retired real estate appraiser and assessment administrator who has worked in six Georgia counties. Woodward serves as a strategic planning principal for Georgia Power and is the immediate past president of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Burleson, new to the review team, is a retired district level administrator from Gwinnett County Public Schools. Also serving his first year on the budget team, Marquez is CFO/VP of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and has spent nearly 20 years serving the Latino community locally and nationally.
“I am grateful that these five knowledgeable and thoughtful residents have agreed to serve in this capacity,” said Nash. “It is important for the public to have input in local government decisions, and I look forward to working with these individuals and our staff to listen to departmental needs and plans, review revenue projections and develop the 2016 budget.”
County departments and agencies present their business plans and financial resource requests to the review team in late summer each year. The videotaped presentations are made available to the public on the TVgwinnett government-access cable television channel and on demand on this website. Presentations began on August 31, 2015.
The Chairman’s 2016 budget proposal will be available to the public and news media at the same time it is presented to commissioners on November 17. A public hearing will be held on December 7. By Gwinnett County ordinance, the Board of Commissioners must adopt the annual budget during its first meeting in January.
]]>The emergency notification system will be activated by trained school personnel in the event of an active threat, which eliminates the need to place a 911 call in this type of emergency. Once the system is activated, the automatic alert system will send a signal directly to the Gwinnett County 911 Center and school police headquarters. In addition, the visitor management system will provide controlled access to schools. Once the school day begins, doors will be locked and visitors will need to press a button on a control panel to gain entry to the school. Upon entering the school, visitors will follow the normal visitor procedures, signing in and showing identification to receive a visitor's badge.
]]>The emergency notification system will be activated by trained school personnel in the event of an active threat, which eliminates the need to place a 911 call in this type of emergency. Once the system is activated, the automatic alert system will send a signal directly to the Gwinnett County 911 Center and school police headquarters. In addition, the visitor management system will provide controlled access to schools. Once the school day begins, doors will be locked and visitors will need to press a button on a control panel to gain entry to the school. Upon entering the school, visitors will follow the normal visitor procedures, signing in and showing identification to receive a visitor's badge.
]]>Labor Day is not a trash and recycling holiday for solid waste providers in unincorporated Gwinnett County, so trash and recycling collections are scheduled as normal. The Gwinnett County Solid Waste and Recycling Call Center will be closed that day, but hauler call centers will be open. Residents can search for their solid waste hauler to find their hauler’s contact information.
Residents who live in a city should contact their trash and recycling provider to find out if collections will be delayed due to the holiday.
]]>Labor Day is not a trash and recycling holiday for solid waste providers in unincorporated Gwinnett County, so trash and recycling collections are scheduled as normal. The Gwinnett County Solid Waste and Recycling Call Center will be closed that day, but hauler call centers will be open. Residents can search for their solid waste hauler to find their hauler’s contact information.
Residents who live in a city should contact their trash and recycling provider to find out if collections will be delayed due to the holiday.
]]>Immerse yourself in life on the home front in the 1860s. See a laundress demonstrate how clothing was cleaned, meet a soldier, participate in mock drills, gain an appreciation for period music, and learn of the contributions made by local residents Thomas P. Hudson and Eli P. Landers. Tour the historic post office and general store to understand how this location provided critical supplies to the local population.
Visitors will also explore the cultural contributions of African-Americans during this time in history through an interpretation of the slave cabin that is located on the site. Guest speakers from the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County will help tell the stories of local African-Americans as well as share artifacts and photos that bring their stories to life. For more information about this event, visit www.gwinnettehc.org.
]]>Immerse yourself in life on the home front in the 1860s. See a laundress demonstrate how clothing was cleaned, meet a soldier, participate in mock drills, gain an appreciation for period music, and learn of the contributions made by local residents Thomas P. Hudson and Eli P. Landers. Tour the historic post office and general store to understand how this location provided critical supplies to the local population.
Visitors will also explore the cultural contributions of African-Americans during this time in history through an interpretation of the slave cabin that is located on the site. Guest speakers from the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County will help tell the stories of local African-Americans as well as share artifacts and photos that bring their stories to life. For more information about this event, visit www.gwinnettehc.org.
]]>WHEN: Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at 10 a.m.
WHO: Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte Nash
District 4 Commissioner John Heard
Planning and Development Director Bryan Lackey
Scenic Capital LLC Managing Partner Tom Abernathy
Brand Properties CEO Brand Morgan
Carmike Cinemas President/CEO David Passman
WHERE: 1210 Scenic Highway
Lawrenceville, Ga. 30045
]]>WHEN: Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at 10 a.m.
WHO: Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte Nash
District 4 Commissioner John Heard
Planning and Development Director Bryan Lackey
Scenic Capital LLC Managing Partner Tom Abernathy
Brand Properties CEO Brand Morgan
Carmike Cinemas President/CEO David Passman
WHERE: 1210 Scenic Highway
Lawrenceville, Ga. 30045
]]>The event will feature a number of STEM focused activities, including the opportunity to meet real STEM professionals. Dr. Chi Thai from the University of Georgia’s School of Engineering will showcase his work with robotic arms. Mike Hemphill from Acuity Brands Lighting will provide demonstrations using Visual Light Communication (VLC) and low energy Blue Tooth (BLE) technologies and discuss coding and game development. Members of the Gwinnett County Police Crime Scene Investigations Unit will highlight the tools and science they use to solve crimes.
Participants will also get a chance to discover the engineering talents of beavers, utilize LEGO EV3 robots to solve recycling challenges and experience science and math in action at various stations throughout the building and its lab.
“In today’s classroom, there is a huge focus on STEM education,” said Jason West, the EHC’s director of programming. “It is crucial that we equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to graduate from high school, be successful in college and professional careers and be competitive with their peers throughout the United States and the world. Highlighting fun and exciting STEM connections is certainly one way to get the school year off on the right track.”
The event is included in EHC admission. For admission pricing and information related to the event and the EHC, visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.
]]>The event will feature a number of STEM focused activities, including the opportunity to meet real STEM professionals. Dr. Chi Thai from the University of Georgia’s School of Engineering will showcase his work with robotic arms. Mike Hemphill from Acuity Brands Lighting will provide demonstrations using Visual Light Communication (VLC) and low energy Blue Tooth (BLE) technologies and discuss coding and game development. Members of the Gwinnett County Police Crime Scene Investigations Unit will highlight the tools and science they use to solve crimes.
Participants will also get a chance to discover the engineering talents of beavers, utilize LEGO EV3 robots to solve recycling challenges and experience science and math in action at various stations throughout the building and its lab.
“In today’s classroom, there is a huge focus on STEM education,” said Jason West, the EHC’s director of programming. “It is crucial that we equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to graduate from high school, be successful in college and professional careers and be competitive with their peers throughout the United States and the world. Highlighting fun and exciting STEM connections is certainly one way to get the school year off on the right track.”
The event is included in EHC admission. For admission pricing and information related to the event and the EHC, visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.
]]>For property owners with an escrow account, tax information is available to the mortgage company; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the property owner to ensure taxes are paid by the due date. If there are questions about who will pay the taxes, homeowners should contact their mortgage company directly, especially if their mortgage company has recently changed.
There are several options for property tax payment:
View your property tax information at the newly redesigned www.GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com on your computer, tablet or phone. If you have questions, contact the office at Tax@gwinnettcounty.com or (770) 822-8800.
]]>For property owners with an escrow account, tax information is available to the mortgage company; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the property owner to ensure taxes are paid by the due date. If there are questions about who will pay the taxes, homeowners should contact their mortgage company directly, especially if their mortgage company has recently changed.
There are several options for property tax payment:
View your property tax information at the newly redesigned www.GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com on your computer, tablet or phone. If you have questions, contact the office at Tax@gwinnettcounty.com or (770) 822-8800.
]]>Immerse yourself in life on the home front in the 1860s. See a laundress demonstrate how clothing was cleaned, meet a soldier, participate in mock drills, gain an appreciation for period music and learn of the contributions made by local residents Thomas P. Hudson and Eli P. Landers. Tour the historic post office and general store to understand how this location provided critical supplies to the local population.
Visitors will also explore the cultural contributions of African-Americans during this time in history through an interpretation of the slave cabin that is located on the site. Guest speakers from the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County will help tell the stories of local African-Americans as well as share artifacts and photos that bring their stories to life.
Program fees for the event are $6.00 for ages 13 and up and $4.00 for ages three to 12. Children two and under and EHC members are free. Guests are encouraged to pre-register online at www.gwinnettEHC.org or pay at the gate the day of the event. Event parking is not available at the Yellow River Post Office. Guests should park at Maranatha Baptist Church (3340 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, Ga.) where a shuttle will be available to take them to the Yellow River Post Office.
For more information about this event, visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.
]]>Immerse yourself in life on the home front in the 1860s. See a laundress demonstrate how clothing was cleaned, meet a soldier, participate in mock drills, gain an appreciation for period music and learn of the contributions made by local residents Thomas P. Hudson and Eli P. Landers. Tour the historic post office and general store to understand how this location provided critical supplies to the local population.
Visitors will also explore the cultural contributions of African-Americans during this time in history through an interpretation of the slave cabin that is located on the site. Guest speakers from the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County will help tell the stories of local African-Americans as well as share artifacts and photos that bring their stories to life.
Program fees for the event are $6.00 for ages 13 and up and $4.00 for ages three to 12. Children two and under and EHC members are free. Guests are encouraged to pre-register online at www.gwinnettEHC.org or pay at the gate the day of the event. Event parking is not available at the Yellow River Post Office. Guests should park at Maranatha Baptist Church (3340 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, Ga.) where a shuttle will be available to take them to the Yellow River Post Office.
For more information about this event, visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.
]]>Outdoor pavilions are located in many of the County-owned parks located throughout Gwinnett. They can accommodate small and large parties and feature amenities such as grills and picnic tables. Most pavilions are conveniently located near playgrounds, trails, and restrooms and some have access to electricity and water. Put some fun back into your function and reserve an outdoor pavilion today at the Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation webpage by selecting the Pavilion Reservations button.
]]>Outdoor pavilions are located in many of the County-owned parks located throughout Gwinnett. They can accommodate small and large parties and feature amenities such as grills and picnic tables. Most pavilions are conveniently located near playgrounds, trails, and restrooms and some have access to electricity and water. Put some fun back into your function and reserve an outdoor pavilion today at the Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation webpage by selecting the Pavilion Reservations button.
]]>If you no longer need public safety response, tell the 911 Communications Officer. It takes less time to cancel your call than to hang-up and force the Communications Officer to call you back to determine the nature of your call.
Hang-ups happen for many reasons:
Remember, it is important to stay on the line with 911 for emergencies, non-emergencies, or even if you accidently call. If you are a witness to a crime or traffic accident, please call 911. Your statement could be valuable to the investigation. Never assume that someone else is calling 911 in an emergency.
]]>If you no longer need public safety response, tell the 911 Communications Officer. It takes less time to cancel your call than to hang-up and force the Communications Officer to call you back to determine the nature of your call.
Hang-ups happen for many reasons:
Remember, it is important to stay on the line with 911 for emergencies, non-emergencies, or even if you accidently call. If you are a witness to a crime or traffic accident, please call 911. Your statement could be valuable to the investigation. Never assume that someone else is calling 911 in an emergency.
]]>For property owners with an escrow account, tax information is available to the mortgage company; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the property owner to ensure taxes are paid by the due date. If there are questions about who will pay the taxes, homeowners should contact their mortgage company directly, especially if their mortgage company has recently changed.
There are several options for property tax payment:
View your property tax information at the newly redesigned www.GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com on your computer, tablet or phone. If you have questions, contact the office at Tax@gwinnettcounty.com or (770) 822-8800.
]]>For property owners with an escrow account, tax information is available to the mortgage company; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the property owner to ensure taxes are paid by the due date. If there are questions about who will pay the taxes, homeowners should contact their mortgage company directly, especially if their mortgage company has recently changed.
There are several options for property tax payment:
View your property tax information at the newly redesigned www.GwinnettTaxCommissioner.com on your computer, tablet or phone. If you have questions, contact the office at Tax@gwinnettcounty.com or (770) 822-8800.
]]>Gwinnett County is the only American utility to use both ozone and biological filtration at a water reclamation facility. When Gwinnett returns highly treated wastewater back to Lake Lanier, it is nearly drinking water quality and in many ways is cleaner than the lake.
“This project will allow water utilities to evaluate water-supply options to decrease their dependence on lake or river withdrawals. High-quality reclaimed water is not subject to changes in rainfall, eutrophication, chemical spills, or algae blooms,” explained Denise Funk of the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources.
In addition to Funk, who is co-principal investigator for the project, team leaders for the small-scale, 22-month research project include Dr. Kati Bell, a national leader in water reuse and disinfection from CDM Smith in Boston; Dr. Ching-Hua Huang, a Georgia Tech professor who specializes in disinfection byproducts and advanced oxidation; and Dr. Ben Stanford of Hazen and Sawyer, who will work on identifying and controlling human health hazards. Staff from Eurofins Eaton Analytical, Inc., the largest potable water-testing lab in the U.S. and faculty from Tennessee Tech will also participate. Several of the internationally acclaimed experts who will play a key part in the study attended Tuesday’s commission meeting.
“Globally, the problem of water scarcity is growing as more people put increasing demands on limited supplies of fresh water. Locally, this project will allow water utilities to evaluate other water supply options,” said Gwinnett County Water Resources Director Ron Seibenhener.
The research project will be supported with $100,000 from the foundation and more than $900,000 in planned expenditures by the County that will include the purchase of pilot plant equipment and professional services for engineering and testing.
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Note: Click this link for a photo of the project leadership team: http://tinyurl.com/pex32ky.
]]>Gwinnett County is the only American utility to use both ozone and biological filtration at a water reclamation facility. When Gwinnett returns highly treated wastewater back to Lake Lanier, it is nearly drinking water quality and in many ways is cleaner than the lake.
“This project will allow water utilities to evaluate water-supply options to decrease their dependence on lake or river withdrawals. High-quality reclaimed water is not subject to changes in rainfall, eutrophication, chemical spills, or algae blooms,” explained Denise Funk of the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources.
In addition to Funk, who is co-principal investigator for the project, team leaders for the small-scale, 22-month research project include Dr. Kati Bell, a national leader in water reuse and disinfection from CDM Smith in Boston; Dr. Ching-Hua Huang, a Georgia Tech professor who specializes in disinfection byproducts and advanced oxidation; and Dr. Ben Stanford of Hazen and Sawyer, who will work on identifying and controlling human health hazards. Staff from Eurofins Eaton Analytical, Inc., the largest potable water-testing lab in the U.S. and faculty from Tennessee Tech will also participate. Several of the internationally acclaimed experts who will play a key part in the study attended Tuesday’s commission meeting.
“Globally, the problem of water scarcity is growing as more people put increasing demands on limited supplies of fresh water. Locally, this project will allow water utilities to evaluate other water supply options,” said Gwinnett County Water Resources Director Ron Seibenhener.
The research project will be supported with $100,000 from the foundation and more than $900,000 in planned expenditures by the County that will include the purchase of pilot plant equipment and professional services for engineering and testing.
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Note: Click this link for a photo of the project leadership team: http://tinyurl.com/pex32ky.
]]>Ohmshiv Construction LLC was the lowest responsive bidder of four bidders at $629,862. Work on the SPLOST-funded improvements is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2016.
]]>Ohmshiv Construction LLC was the lowest responsive bidder of four bidders at $629,862. Work on the SPLOST-funded improvements is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2016.
]]>The award follows the launch of a new and improved website, www.gwinnettcourts.com, completed in April. “The website was transformed by the Clerk’s Technical Services (CTS) web developer, Ming Li,” Alexander. “This award recognizes the hard work our CTS team puts into improving communication and electronic services via the website.”
Courts from all levels of government were judged in five categories. Judges independently evaluated websites based on access to public records, user interface, accessibility, interactive capabilities and overall impression.
]]>The award follows the launch of a new and improved website, www.gwinnettcourts.com, completed in April. “The website was transformed by the Clerk’s Technical Services (CTS) web developer, Ming Li,” Alexander. “This award recognizes the hard work our CTS team puts into improving communication and electronic services via the website.”
Courts from all levels of government were judged in five categories. Judges independently evaluated websites based on access to public records, user interface, accessibility, interactive capabilities and overall impression.
]]>Stephens said, “For nearly two decades, Alan has been working to improve Gwinnett County’s transportation network. His passion for this community and wealth of knowledge make him the ideal person to lead the department, and I am confident he will do an outstanding job.”
Early in his career, Chapman worked for the Georgia Department of Transportation and served as an engineering and construction consultant. In 1997, he joined the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation as project manager for the road improvements capital program, which included oversight of the department’s SPLOST programs and coordination of the citizens’ project selection committee. He was promoted in 2004 to the position of deputy director over the department’s preconstruction and construction divisions. A registered professional engineer in the state of Georgia, he holds an MBA from Georgia State University and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Georgia Tech. Chapman lives with his wife, Anne, and two daughters in Lawrenceville.
Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte Nash said, “Alan has done a great job over the past nine months as acting director. He transitioned into the role seamlessly and has proven himself to be a great leader for the department. I am excited for the future of the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation.”
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Stephens said, “For nearly two decades, Alan has been working to improve Gwinnett County’s transportation network. His passion for this community and wealth of knowledge make him the ideal person to lead the department, and I am confident he will do an outstanding job.”
Early in his career, Chapman worked for the Georgia Department of Transportation and served as an engineering and construction consultant. In 1997, he joined the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation as project manager for the road improvements capital program, which included oversight of the department’s SPLOST programs and coordination of the citizens’ project selection committee. He was promoted in 2004 to the position of deputy director over the department’s preconstruction and construction divisions. A registered professional engineer in the state of Georgia, he holds an MBA from Georgia State University and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Georgia Tech. Chapman lives with his wife, Anne, and two daughters in Lawrenceville.
Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte Nash said, “Alan has done a great job over the past nine months as acting director. He transitioned into the role seamlessly and has proven himself to be a great leader for the department. I am excited for the future of the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation.”
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Gwinnett County will contribute $100,000 from the 2014 SPLOST program with the city responsible for the rest. The city will manage design, right-of-way acquisition and construction.
The County also agreed to use 2005 SPLOST funds to pay half the cost of pedestrian improvements in the city of Peachtree Corners. CMEC LLC will build new sidewalk on the east side of Crooked Creek Road from Jay Bird Alley to the existing sidewalk at the entrance to Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Curb, gutter and drainage improvements are also included. CMEC was the lowest of seven bidders at $198,779. Work is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
The 2009 SPLOST program will provide funds to upgrade the intersection of State Route 316 at Harbins Road, including improvements to Harbins Road at Alcovy Road just south of State Route 316. The project will construct dual left turn lanes from Harbins Road northbound onto State Route 316 westbound and add a new left turn lane from Harbins onto Alcovy Road. The signal at State Route 316 and Harbins Road will be upgraded to include pedestrian accommodations at the intersection. CMES Inc. was the lowest of six bidders at $634,770. Work should be complete by mid-2016
]]>Gwinnett County will contribute $100,000 from the 2014 SPLOST program with the city responsible for the rest. The city will manage design, right-of-way acquisition and construction.
The County also agreed to use 2005 SPLOST funds to pay half the cost of pedestrian improvements in the city of Peachtree Corners. CMEC LLC will build new sidewalk on the east side of Crooked Creek Road from Jay Bird Alley to the existing sidewalk at the entrance to Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Curb, gutter and drainage improvements are also included. CMEC was the lowest of seven bidders at $198,779. Work is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
The 2009 SPLOST program will provide funds to upgrade the intersection of State Route 316 at Harbins Road, including improvements to Harbins Road at Alcovy Road just south of State Route 316. The project will construct dual left turn lanes from Harbins Road northbound onto State Route 316 westbound and add a new left turn lane from Harbins onto Alcovy Road. The signal at State Route 316 and Harbins Road will be upgraded to include pedestrian accommodations at the intersection. CMES Inc. was the lowest of six bidders at $634,770. Work should be complete by mid-2016
]]>State law requires that a rollback millage rate be computed for the maintenance and operations fund, also called the general fund, that will produce the same total revenue on the current year’s new tax digest that last year’s millage rate would have produced had no reassessments occur
“The district commissioners and I are pleased that we are able to roll back the general fund millage rate and still meet our service commitments while maintaining a balanced budget. We appreciate the good work by County officials and staff that made this possible,” said Board Chairman Charlotte Nash.
Millage rates in Gwinnett County vary based on a property’s location and what services the county provides. The total millage rate in unincorporated areas will be 13.579, down slightly from last year. Rates for three service districts will remain the same: fire and emergency medical services (3.20 mills), police (1.60 mills) and development and code enforcement (.36 mills). In addition, the countywide levy for both voter-approved debt and recreation remain unchanged at .24 and .95 mills, respectively, while the general fund rollback rate is 7.229 mills.
Click here to view a table detailing millage rates in different areas of the county.
Today’s action by commissioners also paved the way for the Tax Commissioner’s Office to prepare property tax bills for mailing by August 15 with a payment due date of October 15.
For an interactive online tool that shows estimated property taxes for any Gwinnett property and what those taxes buy, look under Where Your Property Tax Go on the Your Money webpage.
]]>State law requires that a rollback millage rate be computed for the maintenance and operations fund, also called the general fund, that will produce the same total revenue on the current year’s new tax digest that last year’s millage rate would have produced had no reassessments occur
“The district commissioners and I are pleased that we are able to roll back the general fund millage rate and still meet our service commitments while maintaining a balanced budget. We appreciate the good work by County officials and staff that made this possible,” said Board Chairman Charlotte Nash.
Millage rates in Gwinnett County vary based on a property’s location and what services the county provides. The total millage rate in unincorporated areas will be 13.579, down slightly from last year. Rates for three service districts will remain the same: fire and emergency medical services (3.20 mills), police (1.60 mills) and development and code enforcement (.36 mills). In addition, the countywide levy for both voter-approved debt and recreation remain unchanged at .24 and .95 mills, respectively, while the general fund rollback rate is 7.229 mills.
Click here to view a table detailing millage rates in different areas of the county.
Today’s action by commissioners also paved the way for the Tax Commissioner’s Office to prepare property tax bills for mailing by August 15 with a payment due date of October 15.
For an interactive online tool that shows estimated property taxes for any Gwinnett property and what those taxes buy, look under Where Your Property Tax Go on the Your Money webpage.
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