The Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District (CID) invites you to attend a virtual board meeting on Wednesday, October 9, at 7:30 a.m. via Zoom.

The meeting agenda is available online. We encourage public participation as we continue our efforts to enhance the district.

The three “I-85” Gwinnett CIDs—Gwinnett Place, Gateway85 and Sugarloaf—hosted a Candidate Forum last Tuesday, October 2, at the Sonesta Gwinnett Place. The event commenced with a networking session, allowing candidates to engage with community members, followed by a 60-minute discussion addressing key issues in the CIDs and across the county.

District 1 candidates, Kirkland Carden and Tim Le, participated in meaningful discussions focused on public safety, mobility, redevelopment and affordable housing.

If you could not attend or watch online, a recording of the livestream is available on our Facebook page. Click here to watch.

Join us for the Great Days of Service, a community-wide volunteer initiative designed to make a positive impact in Gwinnett County!

Litter Pick-Up – Friday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to noon and/or Saturday, October 19, from 8 a.m. to noon – Volunteers will collect litter along a vital wetland area near Gwinnett Place in Duluth. Please expect to be outdoors for the length of the event, including off-trail in the woods. Clothing should include long pants, long-sleeved shirts, closed-toe shoes, hiking boots, or muck boots. Water, a snack, bug spray, and a hat are also recommended.

To register, visit https://cerv.is/0024x4674 to get involved. Let’s come together to make a difference in the Gwinnett Place district!

Exciting news!

WSB-TV spoke with Joe Allen, executive director of Gwinnett Place CID, to gather his thoughts on the recent acquisition of the two Macy’s properties at Gwinnett Place Mall by Gwinnett County.

Recently, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved the Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County’s purchase of the Macy’s sites at Gwinnett Place Mall, totaling 23 acres, for $16.5 million. The Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County will acquire 293,059 square feet of retail buildings on 23 acres of the Gwinnett Place Mall site, including the Macy’s department store and Macy’s furniture store, which will be leased back to Macy’s for store operations to continue through early 2025. The Gwinnett Place Mall Site Revitalization Strategy was a combined effort between Gwinnett County, the Gwinnett Place CID, and the Atlanta Regional Commission.

This is a huge step forward in helping to make The Global Villages a reality.

Congratulations to the CID’s executive director, Joe Allen, for being recognized by The Council for Quality Growth with its Professional Excellence CID Award, presented by Georgia Power and Pond & Company. This marks the 15th annual CID Recognition Event by the Council, and Joe’s leadership and dedication to enhancing the Gwinnett Place district made him the perfect award winner.

The Council’s unique CID Recognition Event celebrates the ongoing contributions of the state’s CIDs to advance the region’s economic centers and strengthen the distinct character of the business communities they support. Each year, the Council presents two awards to distinguished CID leaders who have made a significant impact on the region: the John Williams CID Leadership Award, recognizing a CID volunteer, and the CID Professional Excellence Award, honoring a CID industry professional.

We are incredibly proud of you, Joe! Congratulations!

If you are interested in sponsoring this event in November, please email Megan King at MK@councilforqualitygrowth.org or visit their website for more information.

Early voting is just around the corner and while we face a significant national election, it’s also crucial to participate in local voting that impacts the local community. One key item on the ballot is the opportunity to decide how transit will be funded in Gwinnett County.

The Gwinnett County transit referendum is a countywide vote to fund transit projects through a dedicated Transit Special Purpose Local Options Sales Tax, commonly referred to as T-SPLOST. One of the many projects includes the expansion of an on-demand shuttle micro-transit system, which could provide valuable benefits, including improved rides within the community and access to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

To learn more about the Gwinnett Transit plan, watch this video from Ryan the Transit Guy or visit GwinnettCounty.com/YourRide.

Our Community Sponsor highlight is on Gwinnett County Code Enforcement.

Their commitment to maintaining safe, clean and vibrant neighborhoods is essential to our community’s well-being. From property maintenance to zoning regulations, their efforts help ensure a high quality of life for all residents.

To learn more about their important work visit here.

With the Gwinnett County acquisition of the two Macy’s properties at Gwinnett Place Mall, significant progress is being made on the mall redevelopment strategy, known as The Global Villages.

This redevelopment initiative presents numerous advantages and exciting possibilities, poised to deliver substantial benefits to both the community and the economy. You can learn more about this transformative project by exploring our website.

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McDaniel Farm Park

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Shorty Howell Park

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Shorty Howell Park

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McDaniel Farm Park

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Shorty Howell Park