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Lawrenceville's Christmas Lights

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the City of Lawrenceville! Our GIS Team put together a list of must-see holiday light displays all around Lawrenceville. From the Great Tree to the snowflakes at the Lawn, visit the Christma...

Hometown Holiday Parade Event Cancellation

Dear City of Lawrenceville Community,

With a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants, patrons, and City employees, we regret to inform you that the Hometown Holiday Parade and all associated activities scheduled for Sa...

City of Lawrenceville Named 2023 Regional Excellence Award Winner at State of the Region

The Atlanta Regional Commission presented the Regional Excellence Award for Livable Center to the City of Lawrenceville and the Novare Group for the Lawrenceville Lawn and Lawrenceville SouthLawn at the State of the Region on Friday, October 27, 2023.&...

“Lawrenceville Blooms” Mural Comes Alive in Downtown Lawrenceville

The City of Lawrenceville is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the "Lawrenceville Blooms" community mural in Downtown Lawrenceville. This artistic endeavor, brought to life by the Lawrenceville Arts Commission (LAC) and local art...

Moody’s Assigns Aa2 to City of Lawrenceville, GA’s GO-backed Revenue Bonds

Moody's Investors Service has assigned an Aa2 to the City of Lawrenceville, GA's General Obligation (GO)-backed $14.5 million Revenue Bonds (City of Lawrenceville Project), Series 2023, that are being issued through the Lawrenceville Building Authority, G...

Lawrenceville Police Officers and Bystanders Help Rescue Trapped Driver

On September 13, 2023, at 11 PM, Lawrenceville Police Sergeant Peterson was conducting traffic enforcement on State Route 316 when he spotted a vehicle traveling in excess of the posted speed limit. Sgt. Peterson attempted to execute a traffic stop by act...

City of Lawrenceville Completes Slip Ramp Access to Northside Hospital Gwinnett

The City of Lawrenceville has worked with the Georgia Department of Transportation and Northside Hospital Gwinnett since July 2022 to add a slip ramp at State Route (SR) 316 at SR 120.  The project adds a separate exit lane (slip ramp) f...

Keese Family Celebrates New Beginnings with Home Dedication

The City of Lawrenceville is proud to announce the completion of the first of two houses built in partnership with Gwinnett/Walton Habitat for Humanity. The partnership culminated in the dedication of a beautiful home for Antwi and Cocoa Keese and their t...

City of Lawrenceville Accepting Applications for Board Vacancies

The City of Lawrenceville is currently accepting applications for vacancies on multiple volunteer boards made up of Lawrenceville citizens. There are approximately 40 available positions for 2024 across all boards.  Citizens and business...

City of Lawrenceville and Impact 46 Announce Next Class of Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders

The City of Lawrenceville and Impact46 are thrilled to announce the next cohort of community leaders as part of the Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders (L3) and Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders Mentors (L3M) programs. These initiatives aim to foster leadership, comm...

Qualifying Candidates For Nov Election // los candidatos calificados para las Elecciones de nov

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The City of Lawrenceville Mayor and Council Post 1 and 2 seats up for election this year went unopposed after qualifying week. David Still, the current Mayor, has qualified for Mayor, while Victoria Jones has qualified for her current position of C...

Lawrenceville Arts Commission Unveils Vibrant Community Mural Celebrating Unity and Diversity

The Lawrenceville Arts Commission (LAC) is thrilled to announce the launch of Lawrenceville’s first community mural project to transform a main throughway along Jackson Street into an artistic masterpiece. The mural, set to be created by accompl...

Collins Hill Extension Renamed to 'Grizzly Parkway'

The City of Lawrenceville recently unveiled the renaming of the road connecting North Clayton Street and Collins Hill Road. Known previously as Collins Hill Extension, the roadway has been officially designated as "Grizzly Parkway" in honor of t...

School Zone Speed Cameras in Effect for the 2023-2024 School Year

Citations for speeding 11+MPH above the speed limit will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 for the new school year.  All citations are sent through the U.S. mail and must be paid following the instructions included on the citation.  Pay...

Lawrenceville Announces Tentative Plans to Maintain its Millage Rate

Residents are invited to participate in upcoming public meetings on the topic.

Lawrenceville officials have announced their decision to tentatively adopt a millage rate that will remain at the current level, ensuring financial stability and continued growt...

City of Lawrenceville Announces Reorganization to Enhance Efficiency and Community Engagement

The City of Lawrenceville is proud to announce a comprehensive reorganization effective July 1, 2023, aimed at improving operational efficiency, fostering stronger community relationships, and promoting strategic visioning. The reorganization involves the...

Affordable Housing Options in Gwinnett

The City of Lawrenceville and the Gwinnett Housing Corporation are working together to inform the public about important affordable housing options.

“The City Council desires for our community to have access to affordable housing information and a viable p...

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

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 Imagination, Inn...

City Council Approves Record-Breaking FY 2024 Budget

The Mayor and City Council are proud to announce the unanimous approval of the City's Fiscal Year 2024 budget, marking a significant milestone as the largest budget ever passed by the City in its 202-year history. Following months of careful deli...

Lawrenceville Installs Kinetic Wind Sculpture in Gateway Park

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...

Lawrenceville Police Department Releases 2022 Crimes Comparison Report

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...

2023 Event Calendar

The fall events offer something fun for the whole family. Experience an array of cultures at the Lawrenceville Lawn or march in the Hometown Holiday Parade! y

Feature Friday - August 4

LIVE in the DTL - August 25

Around the World in the DTL - September 22 &a...

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

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...

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

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...

Inaugural Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders Cohort Recognized for Accomplishments

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. ...

Lawrenceville Finance Department Earns Budget and Financial Reporting Awards

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...

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

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...

Mayor David Still Declares February 18 Arbor Day in Lawrenceville

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...

The City of Lawrenceville Announces 2023 City Events Calendar

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...

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

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...

Austin Thompson to Serve as Mayor Pro Tem During 2023

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...

City of Lawrenceville Names Sole Finalist for New Chief of Police

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...

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

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...

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

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...