City of Lawrenceville

Melissa Hardegree, Lawrenceville’s Chief Communications Officer, has been appointed to the prestigious University of Georgia Crisis Communication Think Tank! The CCTT is housed at UGA’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication and brings together leading crisis communication scholars and practitioners from around the world. Its mission is to advance crisis communication research, educate future scholars and professionals, and develop protocols for handling complex crises ethically and effectively. Hardegree will serve a three-year term with the CCTT, further enhancing the City of Lawrenceville’s communications capabilities through her involvement in this elite network of crisis communication leaders. Hardegree shared her enthusiasm for this opportunity: “I am incredibly honored to join the Crisis Communication Think Tank, particularly through the Grady College, where my communications journey began. Contributing to thought leadership in crisis communication, a field I’m truly passionate about, is an exciting opportunity. I look forward to learning from esteemed experts and gaining valuable insights that will benefit Lawrenceville and the broader community. This is a full-circle moment for me.” Read the full Press Release at https://lnkd.in/dzWsnek9.

Ready to make a change in your career? We’re hiring! See our current open positions on the new Government jobs portal at https://lnkd.in/eGuP7mYu.

It’s looking spectacularly spooky at City Hall today for Halloween! Team members had a blast showing off their costumes and best moves for the contest judged by Mayor Still. The winner took home a basket filled with Lawrenceville swag! Who do you think had the best costume?

Take a peek at all the fun we had at our Halloween Costume Contest at City Hall!

Today, on National First Responders Day, we would like to recognize those who respond to emergency calls, dispatch emergency professionals and equipment, and render life-saving assistance to our community. Thank you to our Lawrenceville Police Department (GA) dispatchers for making a life-saving difference daily!

City Manager Chuck Warbington recently had an engaging meeting with community members in the City of Norcross. In the meeting, he presented the top 10 initiatives and projects happening within the City of Lawrenceville. Meetings like these give community members who live in neighboring cities insights into what’s happening in the City of Lawrenceville. Photo by Council Member Bruce Johnson.

Last week, Mayor Still and City Manager Chuck Warbington had an engaging meeting with the Student Government Association of Georgia Gwinnett College. They met in the City Council Chambers at City Hall to discuss initiatives that impact students. These conversations provide insights to the students that will help them throughout the school year at GGC.

It was a beautiful day for a groundbreaking ceremony! Mayor David Still, Council members Bruce Johnson and Victoria Jones, City Manager Chuck Warbington, Public Works Director Huston Gillis, and Lawrenceville Police Major Walker were in attendance as they broke ground for the community building for Applewood Towers.  Applewood Towers is a multifamily development for low-income senior citizens and physically disabled adults over age 18. The new community building will be located in between the two buildings at 150 & 180 Applewood Drive. For questions regarding Applewood Towers reach out to @ Mansermar, Inc. & Mid-America Apartment Management Co., Inc Photos by Council Member Bruce Johnson.

The City of Lawrenceville Damage Prevention employees, Code Enforcement employees, the Lawrenceville Police Department (GA) and other community stakeholders participated in a fun Career Day at Dyer Elementary School earlier this month! 

As we wrap up 2024, don’t miss this special episode of the Bicentennial Podcast featuring Mayor David Still! In the 2024 State of the City update, Mayor Still sits down with Nate McGill of Gwinnett Magazine to discuss what’s shaping Lawrenceville. How did HYRO Park come to be? What’s next for housing and the city’s growing art scene? Discover bold plans to connect our parks and trails and hear exclusive stories from the Mayor that you won’t find anywhere else. Listen now at https://lnkd.in/e2m5NTqb.