The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners recently voted to propose an update to the Sugarloaf Livable Centers Initiative Master Plan.
The Atlanta Regional Commission’s LCI program provides financial assistance to support local planning initiatives, and this update will help guide future development in the Sugarloaf area.
Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson says the plan update will help the County strengthen its long-term vision for the district. “Our goal is to keep the Sugarloaf area a vibrant economic and cultural hub for Gwinnett County,” Hendrickson says. “This update will allow us to refine our vision for the district, strengthen infrastructure and create an even more welcoming environment for businesses, residents and visitors.”
Originally created in 2018, the Sugarloaf LCI Master Plan has served as a roadmap for strategic growth, leading to new development and infrastructure investments in the area. Most recently, the County adopted a sub-overlay district last December to further encourage redevelopment in the area.
To continue this momentum, the proposed plan update will focus on re-establishing land use recommendations, identifying infrastructure improvements and supporting creative placemaking efforts. The project has an estimated budget of $350,000, with a required 20 percent local match of $70,000. The Sugarloaf Community Improvement District will partner with the County on the project, splitting the local match so that the County’s portion will be $35,000.
If approved, the planning process will include opportunities for community engagement and stakeholder input.
Great Gwinnett Wetlands Day is March 1
Marking the 11th year since its founding, Great Gwinnett Wetlands 2025 will incorporate two work sites devoted to restoring native wildlife habitats. Hosted on Saturday, March 1, the annual wetlands stewardship event coincides with the United Nations’ World Wildlife Day, a global observation designed to celebrate wild animals and plants and their unique contributions to the planet.
The two Great Gwinnett Wetlands 2025 worksites include:
- Site 1: Club Drive Park: Led by Parks and Recreation staff, volunteers will conduct a clean-up and manage invasive plant species to prevent deterioration of this local wetland. This site is located at 3330 Club Drive in Lawrenceville.
- Site 2: Gateway Park at Gas South District. Led by Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful and Gwinnett Water Resources staff, volunteers will participate in a litter clean-up and help with erosion control. This site is located at 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth. Questions can be directed to 678-277-0904.
As one of the largest counties in Georgia’s Piedmont Region, Gwinnett County is abundant with wetlands that surround area creeks, streams, rivers, ponds, and lakes. Those wetlands are home to countless species of local flora and fauna. Great Gwinnett Wetlands is vital to the ongoing stewardship of Gwinnett’s numerous wetlands.
Woman’s Club offers three scholarships for Lilburn
The Lilburn Woman’s Club will award three $2,500 scholarships to deserving female high school seniors. These scholarships recognize students who demonstrate leadership, active involvement in their school and community, and a strong commitment to pursuing higher education. Students facing special circumstances or challenges will also be considered. To be eligible, students must reside within the 30047 zip code or attend a school located within the 30047 zip code. This includes students attending public, private, or home schools.
The online application is available at https://lilburnwomansclub.org. The deadline for submission is Saturday, March 15. Questions can be directed to scholarships@lilburnwomansclub.org.
These scholarships are funded through the Lilburn Woman’s Club’s fundraising efforts, including popular community events such as the Lilburn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival, and the Taste of Lilburn.
The Lilburn Woman’s Club, a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to promoting impactful projects within the Community Service Programs of Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement and Outreach/Domestic Violence, Education and Libraries, Environment, Health and Wellness, and other district, state, or national projects of the Federation of Women’s Clubs.
Gwinnett Tech adds four new board members
Gwinnett Technical College has four new members to its board of directors. They are shown with Melvin Everson, left, and Dr. Glen Gordon, right, who are vice president and president of Gwinnett Tech. New board members are, from left next to Everson, Albert Soto of RudHil Companies, LLC; Brandon Hartley of AT&T; Matthew Hunt, founder of C2H Air and Electric; and Natalie Cho, Missy Cosmetics.
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