The Council for Quality Growth and the Gwinnett Chamber recently hosted the 2024 State of Gwinnett County event at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville, GA.
At the event, elected officials, business leaders, residents, and county stakeholders gathered under one roof to hear Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson deliver her annual State of the County address, delving into the progress being made in Gwinnett County.
Hendrickson, who is in the final year of her first term leading the Gwinnett Board of Commissioners, emphasized the county’s commitment to maintaining its position as a “benchmark community,” saying that her “greatest responsibility” is “to ensure Gwinnett remains a community where potential and promise come together.”
She highlighted the county’s achievements in public safety, fiscal stability, and overall quality of life, including substantial investments in various infrastructure and a significant reduction in tax burden through targeted revenue allocation.
The chairwoman also reported that the county made great progress in its numerous initiatives to fight food insecurity, address mental health issues, and provide greater access to jobs — she reported that 1,400 new employment opportunities were created last year alone.
“Putting people first is not just a policy priority, but a moral imperative,” said Hendrickson. “Gwinnett is at its best when it is a place for everyone.”
Addressing the pressing issue of transit expansion, Hendrickson articulated a bold vision for the county’s future, advocating for a referendum on the upcoming November ballot. She also stressed the importance of transit accessibility in fostering economic growth and announced plans for dedicated routes, including direct access to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
With projections indicating substantial population growth in the coming years, Hendrickson highlighted efforts to promote housing affordability in Gwinnett County,…
Read the full article here