| Gateway85 CID June 2023 Newsletter
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Gateway85 CID Votes to Reduce Millage Rate
By my recommendation, the Gateway85 CID voted last month to reduce the CID millage rate from 5-mills to 4-mills. Due to the efforts of Gateway85 CID in promoting prosperity and commerce in the area, local property values have increased to allow sustained value from a lower tax rate. The board felt that they could maintain Gateway85 CID's investment in projects, studies and more while achieving the same level of success for the CID's programs and initiatives.
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Celebrating President Jimmy Carter's Past, Present and Future
Gateway85 CID’s kickoff event for the Jimmy Carter Boulevard enhancement program was an incredible success! On May 23, over 150 people gathered at Global Mall to honor President Jimmy Carter and the namesake of our primary artery, Jimmy Carter Boulevard, with coffee and pastries from local business Sarah Donuts.
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Former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young, Jason Carter, Chair of The Carter Center, Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity, Gwinnett County Commission Chair Nicole Love Hendrickson, Norcross Mayor Craig Newton, local business leaders and other prominent figures involved in the creation of Jimmy Carter Boulevard shared their personal stories about President Jimmy Carter, the history of the boulevard and district, the rise of technology and manufacturing and the international flavors of our booming restaurant and retail scene. You can hear those personal stories here and watch a recording of the full event here.
We are grateful and honored to be part of a CID with such vibrant and unique businesses and communities. We will be continuing our enhancement program with quarterly events focused on the industry sectors within the CID, including office, logistics, manufacturing, retail and restaurants. Stay tuned for details!
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EV Charging Grant Application Update
The CID is pursuing multiple opportunities to install EV charging for properties across the Gateway85 district. Next Wednesday at 1 p.m. after the CID board meeting, we will hear a presentation from Georgia Power on the Make Ready Infrastructure Program which provides grants through Georgia Power to support EV charging installation. Meanwhile, the CID is continuing to work with the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) on a regional strategy to support economic development and small businesses through the deployment of chargers around the region.
For more information, please contact Carolyn Bourdeaux at carolyn@gateway85.com if you are interested in attending.
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Congratulations to Marlene Fosque!
As longtime supporters of Partnership Gwinnett, the CID looks forward to Marlene’s leadership and her continued work to drive economic prosperity in Gwinnett.
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A Retrospective History of Jimmy Carter Boulevard and Gwinnett County
Elliott Brack, owner of Gwinnett Forum and author of Gwinnett: A Little Above Atlanta, documented a brief history of Jimmy Carter Boulevard’s origin and how the continued development of the artery is deeply intertwined with the growth and innovation of the area’s businesses. What was originally a dirt road rapidly transformed into a four-lane highway following the arrival of national telecommunications firm Western Electric in 1969 and ultimately launched the area’s history as a hub for technology and engineering.
Read Brack’s full article on the history of Jimmy Carter Boulevard and the Gateway85 area here.
Brack delivered an address about the area’s history and signed copies of his book. Gwinnett: A Little Above Atlanta at the Jimmy Carter Boulevard celebration event on May 23. If you’re interested in learning about the County’s history, Brack’s book is available as an e-book from Amazon or Barnes and Noble. The third edition is available for purchase at Liberty Books in Lawrenceville and the hardback is also available at Antiques in Old Town in Lilburn.
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Industry Spotlight – Jimmy Carter Boulevard Restaurants and Retail
Gateway85 CID’s local business community is one of the most diverse in the county and features many beloved and delicious restaurants, eateries and retail stores!
These are just a few of the businesses that make Gateway85 CID incredible. Read our latest economic impact report to see how our CID and its businesses are a major force for prosperity, or familiarize yourself with our local restaurants on the Gateway85 CID website.
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Government Updates - Representative Lucy McBath
On June 5, Representative Lucy McBath announced that the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners will be awarded up to $888,000 in federal funding to conduct a feasibility study for three CSX railroad that are experiencing challenges with safety, curved approaches and future traffic increases. The grant, from the Federal Railroad Administration, was made possible through the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act.
Read the official press release here.
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Local Government Updates – District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden
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Outreach Spotlight – Paint Gwinnett Pink
Sponsorships are available for Northside Hospital’s 8th Annual Paint Gwinnett Pink event! This 5K Walk/Run and Family Fun Event on Saturday, October 14 will raise awareness and funds for cutting-edge imaging technology for breast cancer patients in our community.
Businesses and individuals are invited to create a team and be part of the Community of Strength working to end breast cancer through early diagnosis.
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City of Norcross FY24 Draft Budget and Capital Projects
Interested in learning more about the City of Norcross’ planned projects? Preliminary budgets and capital projects for FY24 are now available.
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Gwinnett County Public Safety Recruitment Fair
June 23, 12 – 4 p.m.
The Mall of Georgia Greenspace
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Summer Concert Series: Guardians of the Jukebox
June 24, 7 p.m.
Peachtree Corners Town Green
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Southwest Gwinnett Chamber Coffee Connections
June 29, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Atlanta Tech Park
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Red, White & Boom!
July 3, 5 – 10 p.m.
Lillian Webb Park
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Jazz in the Alley
July 15, 6 – 10 p.m.
Betty Mauldin Park
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Gwinnett Chamber On Topic: Mid-Year Economic Update with Jerry Parrish
July 12, 11:30 a.m.
Hilton Atlanta Northeast in Peachtree Corners
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SGC Annual Mayors Panel
July 14, 7:30 – 9 a.m.
Hilton Atlanta Northeast in Peachtree Corners
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Southwest Gwinnett Chamber Coffee Connections on Narcan Education & Training
July 20, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Atlanta Tech Park
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A Taste of Black Gwinnett 2023
August 18, 4 – 8 p.m.
Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
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Gwinnett Black Business Expo 2023
August 19, 12 – 6 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE
Vendor booths and sponsorships are available.
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