Author: Gwinnett County Homes

In an evolving response to the COVID-19 pandemic, certain areas within parks are closed. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors for exercise and mental and physical health, while following social distancing guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Things to know before you go

Park hours are modified from sunrise to sunset
Water fountains are closed; bring your own water to stay hydrated
Maximum occupancy of 50 at any amenity such as pavilions, basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, playgrounds, skate parks, or ball fields
Use a “Leave No Trace” mentality. Bring a suitable trash bag and take everything out to help protect others

Follow CDC guidelines such as:

Practice social distancing; maintain a distance of six feet or more between people from different households at all times
Wash hands thoroughly and frequently; carry hand sanitizer
Practice coughing and sneezing etiquette
Wear a face covering as much as possible when in public
Stay home if you’re feeling sick or exhibiting symptoms of illness
Avoid gathering with others not in your household

Aquatic Center Guidelines:

Temperature and symptom screenings of visitors will be conducted with no-touch thermometer. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will not be allowed to enter
Reservations can be made one day in advance at GwinnettParks.com for Leisure Play Pool Time or call the facility for Lap/Exercise Swim Time
Visitors can bring their own pool noodle or Coast Guard approved lifejackets; use of our shared equipment is not allowed
All pool rules apply; for more information, visit our Pool Rules

Best Friend Park Pool, Bethesda Park Aquatic Center, Bogan Park Aquatic Center, Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center, Mountain Park Aquatic Center, Rhodes Jordan Park Pool, and West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center

Leisure Play Pools Time reservations
Available Saturday and Sunday, through September, 27
11:00am – 2:00pm or 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Gwinnett resident admissions are $4.25; non-Gwinnett resident fees are double ($8.50)

Bethesda Park Aquatic Center, Bogan Park Aquatic Center, Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center, Mountain Park Aquatic Center, and West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center

Lap/Exercise Swim, reservations are daily
Facility hours are extended Monday – Thursday until 9:00pm; or until 7:00pm at Bethesda Park and Bogan Park Aquatic Centers
Call the facility to make your reservation; regular fees apply
Reservations are in one-hour increments for every other lane

Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center, Mountain Park Aquatic Center, West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center

Family Swim Nights, starting Monday, August 17
6:30pm – 8:30pm, Gwinnett resident admissions are $4.25; non-Gwinnett resident fees are double ($8.50)

Monday – West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center
Tuesday – Mountain Park Aquatic Center
Thursday – Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center

E. E. Robinson Park and Graves Park

Interactive Fountain, normal operations
Wednesday, noon – 8:00pm and Thursday – Tuesday, 10:00am – 8:00pm

Pavilion Rental and Usage Guidelines:

Large pavilion maximum occupancy: 50
Small pavilion maximum occupancy: 25
No use of shared equipment, such as bounce houses or inflatable slides

Tennis Court and Outdoor Pickleball Court Guidelines:

Players should use their own ball and avoid touching other player’s sports equipment
When playing doubles, avoid all incidental contact
Avoid touching your face after handling a ball, racquet, or other equipment
Use racquet/foot to pick up balls and hit them to your opponent
Stay on your side of court and avoid changing ends of the court
Remain apart from other players when taking a break

 Dog Park Guidelines

Limit 25 people or 25 dogs in each area
No toys or balls allowed
Only let your dog drink from their own bowl

Visitors to the park amenities such as interactive fountains, basketball or sand volleyball courts, ball fields, playgrounds, trails, dog parks, skate areas, tennis/pickleball courts, fishing areas, disc golf courses, outdoor walking tracks, horseshoe pits, bocce ball courts, open meadows, or Collins Hill Golf Course should comply with posted guidelines.
Virtual Park Experience Enjoy a virtual visit to the park and discover something new!

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Gwinnett County is making available funds awarded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to nonprofit agencies providing valuable services in Gwinnett to support their response to local needs related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are grateful for our nonprofit and faith-based partners’ continued efforts to serve the most vulnerable members of our community.
All interested agencies should complete the Online Application provided in the link below to request funding through the Coronavirus Relief Fund.
Submission Deadline: Friday, August 28, 2020 Submission Process: Please click here to access the Online Portal to create your application.
Application Workshop! Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. Please plan to attend the webinar to get up to date information regarding this submission. Click Here to register for the webinar!
Questions regarding the COVID-19 Nonprofit Funding Opportunity should be directed to the Gwinnett County Community Development Program office by phone at 678.518.6008 or by email at  crf@gwinnettcounty.com.
Trouble Accessing the Web Portal? Copy and Paste the following link into your browser: https://GwinnettCountyGrants.smapply.io/prog/crf-round2
Trouble Accessing the Registration? Copy and Paste the link below into your browser: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3496766243527294731

The Gwinnett County Department of Transportation will make a traffic shift on the Harbins Road/State Route 316 interchange project Monday, August 10, when motorists move onto a new alignment on Alcovy Road at Harbins Road.
The realignment moves Alcovy Road southward, providing additional distance between the Alcovy/Harbins intersection and the new ramps for the interchange.
Message boards are up and flaggers are ready to direct traffic as drivers shift onto the new detour alignment after the morning rush hour on Monday.
“This is one of our last traffic shifts,” said Alan Chapman, director of the Gwinnett Department of Transportation. “The next shift will be toward the end of the project when traffic moves onto the new bridge over SR 316.”
C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. Inc. began construction of the grade-separated interchange and bridge in fall 2019. Construction is expected to be complete by early 2022, weather permitting. The project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST program.
The project includes a new five-lane bridge over SR 316 with dual westbound left-turn lanes, a single eastbound turn lane and through lanes. The new interchange also will have full access ramps eastbound and westbound, as well as a collector-distributor road with direct access to Sugarloaf Parkway. The project also includes traffic signal upgrades, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and retaining walls.
On Monday, flagging operators will help drivers with the new traffic pattern. Please drive alert while navigating the interchange. For more information, contact the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation at 770.822.7400.

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners will adopt the 2020 millage rate on Tuesday, August 18 at 2:00pm in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center Auditorium, located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville.
Commissioners are considering a rate of 6.95 mills for the County’s General Fund. This rollback rate means that the General Fund portion of the tax bill will not increase. Required notices for the millage rate adoption will be published in the county’s legal organ Sunday, August 9.  
Commissioners also will consider millage rates for Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Development and Code Enforcement, and Recreation funds.
Learn more about the proposed millage rates:

Notice of Current 2020 Tax Digest and Five-Year History of Levy

The Petco Foundation has awarded the Gwinnett County Animal Welfare and Enforcement Division a $10,000 grant to help reduce shelter intake and keep animals in loving homes.
To reduce the number of pets surrendered, the grant funds will support vaccinations, spay/neuter services, microchipping, and educational assistance that encourages owners to keep their pets. The division will begin offering these services at public events once they can be performed safely. With these funds, Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement aims to decrease intake numbers by 20 percent in 2020 and 2021.
Gwinnett Animal Welfare received 7,384 animals in 2019. Alan Davis, Animal Welfare and Enforcement Division director, said the grant money will provide a significant boost to their Animal Welfare Targeted Intake Prevention and Pets for Life outreach programs in Snellville, Lawrenceville, and Norcross.
“We’re grateful for the Petco Foundation’s support, which will enable us to help families get the resources they need to keep their pet,” said Davis. “We anticipate that providing these basic veterinary resources and services to those who might not otherwise have access will create a healthier environment for pets and families and reduce the number of calls and intakes.”
The shelter is currently open with limited visitors during regular business hours. For more information about Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement, including available pets, adoption specials, and events, visit GwinnettAnimalWelfare.com and follow @GwinnettAnimalShelter on Facebook. Gwinnett Animal Welfare is located at 884 Winder Highway in Lawrenceville.