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June 2023
GPCID Board Meeting
August 9, 2023
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Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Approves Allocation of 2023 SPLOST Projects and Greater Gwinnett Place Urban Redevelopment Plan
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On June 6, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved an allocation of more than $759 million in 2023 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) revenue, with 73% of the funds going toward transportation and parks projects.
The transportation project list was developed by a 15-member Citizens Project Selection Committee over the course of 10 meetings held since last fall. The projects cover enhancements to transportation that include upgrades to major roads and intersections, bridges, pedestrian safety, resurfacing, unpaved roads, speed control in residential areas, and school safety.
GPCID staff worked with members of the committee to secure funding for many transportation and mobility projects that will benefit the Gwinnett Place area. The included projects cover enhancements to major roads and intersections, bridges and pedestrian safety. Many of these will improve infrastructure and transportation in and around the Gwinnett Place Mall site in support of future redevelopment.
These projects were based on the findings of the Gwinnett Place Area Mobility and Traffic Study which was developed and funded by a partnership between the CID and Gwinnett County.
The CID is thankful for the efforts and support of the Citizens Project Selection Committee and Gwinnett County DOT.
Read more about the SPLOST approval here.
On May 23, the Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the Greater Gwinnett Place Urban Redevelopment Plan. With this approval, GPCID’s consultant, KB Advisory Group, will finalize the Opportunity Zone redesignation application and submit it to the Georgia Departments of Economic Development and Community Affairs for review.
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Cops on Donut Shops and Gwinnett County Police Department School Drives
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On Friday, June 2, Gwinnett County’s Central Precinct raised more than $2,800 for the Georgia Special Olympics at the Cops on Donut Shops event at the Dunkin’ Donuts 3275 Club Drive location in the district. We are grateful to have the support of our local police department in our district and the community at large.
“We’re excited to support our community and make ourselves known as allies to this cause,” said Major Terry Werho. “We’re proud to have participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Georgia Special Olympics for multiple years, and hope to continue as one of the leading fundraising precincts in Gwinnett County.”
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The Gwinnett County Police Department’s community outreach continues now through July 28 for another worthy cause: Gwinnett Police are helping prepare students for the 2023-2024 school year and request your help by participating in their school supply drive!
Residents are encouraged to drop off donations Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Donation boxes are located at the Gwinnett County Police Headquarters, Gwinnett County Police Training Center, and all Gwinnett County police precinct lobbies.
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Discover Gwinnett Place this Summer!
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Summer is upon us, but you don’t need to go far to have a great vacation! Explore our CID’s exciting and diverse community of local businesses and entertainment options with the visitgwinnettplace.com app in the palm of your hand!
There’s plenty to see and experience right here! Our CID is home to great summer destinations for the whole family, including K1 Speed, Studio Movie Grill Duluth, Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf and more. If you fancy something more relaxing like a day at the spa, Jeju Sauna offers custom packages and treatments to melt stress and tension away.
Our district businesses also feature prominently among the Best of Gwinnett, so don’t miss the opportunity to try something new and indulge this summer! If you need more details, the 2023-2024 issue of Explore Gwinnett magazine has the scoop on tons of destinations in Gwinnett and the CID.
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Congratulations to Lynn Rainey and Marlene Fosque
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Marlene Fosque, Vice President of Economic Development for Partnership Gwinnett
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This past Law Day on May 5, the Cobb County Bar Association recognized Attorney J. Lynn Rainey with the Bobby Cleveland Award in its annual Law Day Awards to honor him for his exemplary service to the field of law professionals and the community. This award recognizes individuals who exemplify the highest practice of law over the course of their professional career, including how their conduct impacted the client, rule of law, and earned the total respect of the Bench and Bar. Lynn is also an attorney to many of Georgia’s Community Improvement Districts, including Gwinnett Place, and we are grateful for his support.
GPCID offers congratulations and a warm welcome to Marlene M. Fosque on her new position as Vice President of Economic Development for Partnership Gwinnett! Fosque is an experienced businesswoman, entrepreneur, and leader who also served as District 4 Commissioner on the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners to support several economic development projects, budgetary policies, tax revenues, zoning ordinances and other public services. We are excited to see her leadership continue to drive economic prosperity in our communities.
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Kirkland Carden to Deliver Town Hall Address at Shorty Howell Park
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Gwinnett County Commissioner Kirkland Carden's next State of District 1 Town Hall events will be Thursday, July 13, 6 - 8 p.m. at Peachtree Corners City Hall and Thursday, July 20, 6 – 8 p.m. at the Shorty Howell Park Community Recreation Center.
Commissioner Carden will discuss policies and issues impacting our district and its communities and provide updates about the county to attending constituents. This event also allows attendees to provide feedback regarding the county’s priorities, status and initiatives.
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| Events You Won’t Want to Miss!
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Gwinnett County Public Safety Recruitment Fair
Friday, June 23 - 12 - 4 p.m.
Mall of Georgia center court
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Speak UP! - How Infrastructure Can Keep Gwinnett Green and Healthy
Wednesday, June 28 - 6 - 8 p.m.
Aurora Theater
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Town Halls with Kirkland Carden
Thursday, July 13 - 6 - 8 p.m.
Peachtree Corners City Hall
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Thursday, July 20 - 6 - 8 p.m.
Shorty Howell Park Community Recreation Center
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Gwinnett Black Business Expo
Saturday, August 19 - 1 - 8 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE - Norcross, GA
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Gwinnett Place CID is Making News
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