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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Lawrenceville honored with Community Impact Award for its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

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The City of Lawrenceville was one of three cities honored by Georgia City Solutions at the inaugural Community Impact Awards hosted at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta on May 18.  

The event was billed as “A Celebration of Imagin...

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Posted on: May 23, 2023

Lawrenceville Installs Kinetic Wind Sculpture in Gateway Park

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The Lawrenceville Arts Commission and the City of Lawrenceville proudly present Lawrenceville’s first kinetic wind sculpture. Sinclair, an original sculpture by renowned artist Anthony Howe was installed in Lawrenceville’s Gateway Park...

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

The City of Lawrenceville Announces the Lineup for its Annual Outdoor Concert Series

LIVE in the DTL 2023

The LIVE in the DTL concert series returns in 2023 with a jam-packed lineup of fan-favorite tributes, throwback hits, and up-and-coming artists this spring and summer at the Lawrenceville Lawn. The lineup includes a variety of talents sure to keep you sin...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

Lawrenceville Police Department Releases 2022 Crimes Comparison Report

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In a newly released comparison report, the Lawrenceville Police Department presents a four-year downward trend in Part 1 Crimes in the City of Lawrenceville, with Crimes Against Persons down 29.16% and Crimes Against Property down 8.7%, the result is an o...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: May 8, 2023

2023 Summer Event Calendar

2023 DTL event calendar with a summer theme

The summer events offer something fun for the whole family. From summer concerts to Fourth of July celebrations, you are sure to have a great time in The DTL. 

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Posted on: May 4, 2023

City of Lawrenceville and Impact 46 Launch Year Five of Summer of Impact Internship Program

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Summer of Impact Signing Day was held at Central Gwinnett High School, where the City of Lawrenceville, Impact 46, Central Gwinnett High School, Discovery High School, and Hearts to Nourish Hope kicked off the Summer of Impact internship program for the f...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Lawrenceville City Council Renames Collins Hill Extension as “Grizzly Parkway”

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The Lawrenceville City Council voted unanimously to approve renaming Collins Hill Extension to “Grizzly Parkway” to recognize the city’s connection to the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) campus. The name of the road will offic...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

Inaugural Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders Cohort Recognized for Accomplishments

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In August 2022, the City of Lawrenceville and Impact46 launched the Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders (L3), a leadership development program intended to develop and promote student success by cultivating a legacy of leaders in Lawrenceville. ...

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Posted on: February 3, 2023

Election Notices // Avisos Electorales

Lawrenceville City Hall announcement

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Notice is hereby given for a municipal general election to be held at the Lawrenceville City Hall, 70 South Clayton Street, Lawrenceville, Georgia, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, to elect a Mayor and two (2) members of the City Council. Pursuant to ...

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

Lawrenceville Finance Department Earns Budget and Financial Reporting Awards

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The City of Lawrenceville Finance Department has received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award” for its Fiscal Year 2023 budget.  In addition, GFOA awarded the Fi...

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

Lawrenceville and the Hudgens Center for Art & Learning Partner to Celebrate Black History Month

Shoghi Lombard "Brother Nature" exhibition on the Lawrenceville square digital signs

Brother Nature, Shoghi Lombard’s newest digital project, can now be viewed throughout the downtown square during the month of February in celebration of Black History Month. Visitors are invited to explore each piece on the LED kiosk by...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

Mayor David Still Declares February 18 Arbor Day in Lawrenceville

The City of Lawrenceville to celebrate Arbor Day

At the January 30 City Council Meeting, Mayor David Still proclaimed February 18, 2023, as Arbor Day in the City of Lawrenceville. The city has celebrated Arbor Day since 2021 with tree plantings, approved Article VIII (Regulation of the Planting, Removal...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

The City of Lawrenceville Announces 2023 City Events Calendar

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The events lineup includes the return of the Annual Hometown Holiday Parade.

The City of Lawrenceville has released its 2023 Events Calendar featuring 22 events from February through December.  The city’s free events include old favorite...

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

National Community Survey Now Open

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The City of Lawrenceville is excited to partner with Polco to implement a citywide survey and provide a platform for resident engagement. 

We need to hear from as many residents as possible to ensure your voices drive policy. Getting input from a ...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: January 9, 2023

Moody’s Upgrades the City of Lawrenceville’s (GA) GO Rating

Lawrenceville City Hall announcement

Moody's Investors Service has upgraded the City of Lawrenceville, GA's general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) rating to Aa2 from Aa3. Concurrently, Moody's has assigned an Aa2 issuer rating to the city. The issuer rating refle...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: December 15, 2022

Austin Thompson to Serve as Mayor Pro Tem During 2023

Lawrenceville City Council Austin Thompson

Austin Thompson, Lawrenceville City Councilman, was selected by his fellow City Council Members and Mayor David Still on Wednesday, December 14, to serve as the Mayor Pro Tem (Vice Mayor) for the City of Lawrenceville during 2023.  This role is r...

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Posted on: November 14, 2022

City of Lawrenceville Names Sole Finalist for New Chief of Police

Police Chief John Mullin

The City of Lawrenceville, the county seat of Gwinnett, completes its months-long search with the announcement of the selection of John Henry Mullin as the sole finalist as the city’s new Chief of Police.  His anticipated start date is December 1...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Hooper-Renwick School Site Breaks Ground on County's First Themed Library

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Gwinnett officials, in partnership with the City of Lawrenceville, the Hooper-Renwick Legacy Preservation Committee, and the Gwinnett County Public Library Board of Trustees, broke ground on the new Hooper-Renwick Themed Library on Oct. 26.

Construction on...

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Posted on: August 5, 2022

Lawrenceville Utilities Customer Self Service Now Available!

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The City of Lawrenceville Customer Self Service portal offers a new and easy way to view customer and account information! With CSS, you can view your bill online, review your services and consumption history, set bill delivery preferences such as email b...

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Posted on: September 2, 2022

City of Lawrenceville Accepting Applications for Board Vacancies

Lawrenceville City Hall announcement

Application Deadline October 1, 2022

The City of Lawrenceville is currently accepting applications for vacancies on multiple volunteer boards made up of Lawrenceville citizens. There are approximately 27 available positions for 2023 across all boards. &...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: September 8, 2022

Travel the Globe at Around the World in the DTL September 9 & 10

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The Atlanta International Night Market Returns to Lawrenceville for Year Two.

The City of Lawrenceville and Atlanta International Night Market welcome residents and visitors alike to "Around the World in the DTL," a free, two-day event featuring ...

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

City of Lawrenceville Announces Promotion of Two Senior Staff Members

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Executive Director of Downtown Development Authority and Chief Financial Officer Named.

City Manager Chuck Warbington recently announced the promotions of two senior staff members.  Barry Mock, Assistant City Manager and Public Works Director, wil...

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Posted on: August 11, 2022

Lawrenceville Police Department Co-Responder Program Shares Successes of First Year

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Project F.I.R.S.T. Mental Health Collaboration with View Point Health Looking to Expand.

Jacob Baird, Community Engagement Officer with the Lawrenceville Police Department gave a Project F.I.R.S.T. Annual Update to the City Council.  Last year, th...

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Posted on: August 8, 2022

City of Lawrenceville and Community Partners Celebrate of Summer of Impact Internship Program

SOI 2022 Photos

Chairwoman Nicole Love-Hendrickson Brought Keynote Address.

Photo:  Pictured to the right are three interns from the City of Lawrenceville Community Relations Department - Aissata Hann, Nicole Egwuatu, and Rahima Coulibaly.

The City of Law...

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Posted on: July 27, 2022

Lawrenceville Police Department to Implement New Traffic Safety Program to Reduce Excessive Speeding

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School Zone Speed Camera Program will increase safety for all.

In August, the Lawrenceville Police Department will begin an automated traffic enforcement speed device program at six public schools within the city limits to increase safety for students, par...

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Posted on: July 13, 2022

City of Lawrenceville to Build Slip Ramp Access to Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Slip Ramp

New Exit Lane to Be Constructed at SR316 and SR120 by Mid-2023

The City of Lawrenceville will work with the Georgia Department of Transportation and Northside Hospital Gwinnett to add a slip ramp at State Route (SR) 316 at SR 120.  The project wil...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: June 22, 2022

LAWRENCEVILLE PASSES $172-MILLION ANNUAL BUDGET

Budget FY2023

City of Lawrenceville Mayor and Council voted to adopt the city’s $172-million annual budget during the monthly council meeting. The new budget represents a 17% increase over the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 budget of $147-million due to increased capi...

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Posted on: May 9, 2022

Lawrenceville and Community Partners Launch Year Four of Summer of Impact

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Twenty-nine student interns participate in Signing Day to kick-off leadership development intern program.

Summer of Impact Signing Day was held at the School of the Arts, where the City of Lawrenceville, Impact 46, Central Gwinnett High School, Di...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Lawrenceville City Council Approves Amendment to Noise Ordinance

Front of Lawrenceville City Hall Building

Fireworks and Loud Mufflers Specifically Addressed by Updated City Ordinance.

The Lawrenceville City Council unanimously approved an update to Article III (Noise Regulations) of Chapter 20 (Environment) of the Code of the City of Lawrenceville.  T...

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Posted on: September 28, 2021

City of Lawrenceville Awarded $5-Million Federal Grant Supporting Youth and Families

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Five-year grant to focus on community well-being, youth programs, and trauma-informed behavioral health.The Lawrenceville City Council unanimously approved the acceptance of a five-year, $5-million federal grant from the Resiliency in Communities After St...

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City News & Announcements
Posted on: August 11, 2021

Lawrenceville Releases Art Improvements to Alleyway and Depot Area as Art Commission Projects

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The City of Lawrenceville and the Lawrenceville Arts Commission released their first arts improvement projects in the downtown area and newly adopted logo.  The projects include final designs for an alleyway renovation on the square and two Depot...

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News Flash

Posted on: August 21, 2022

Things To Do

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With many old and new places to visit and activities to enjoy, Lawrenceville has an abundance of entertainment, dining, and shopping for all ages and interests.

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

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City officials and staff members are ready to meet your local government needs. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

New In Town?

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City officials and staff members are ready to meet your local government needs. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

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With many old and new places to visit and activities to enjoy, Lawrenceville has an abundance of entertainment, dining, and shopping for all ages and interests.

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Posted on: July 19, 2019

Thank You Detective Dena Pauly

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Police say a Georgia man who had been homeless for years has died, days after a touching photo of a police officer comforting him in the hospital this week went viral.

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office shared a photo of Lawrenceville Officer Dena Walker...

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Posted on: August 21, 2022

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