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Gwinnett County hears public criticism and praise at $2.65 billion 2025 budget hearing
Summary
At a Dec. 3 special hearing, Gwinnett County officials presented a proposed $2.65 billion 2025 budget and heard residents question rapid spending growth, transparency and specific line items; the board will accept comments through Dec. 31 and vote Jan. 7, 2025.
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 3 held a special public hearing on its proposed $2.65 billion fiscal year 2025 budget, opening the floor to residents who both praised county services and raised sharp concerns about rising spending and transparency.
A video presentation introduced the plan as a $2,650,000,000 balanced budget, saying roughly $2.1 billion is for operating costs and about $542 million is for capital improvements. The video noted that about two‑thirds of operating spending funds public safety and public works, and that water resources represents roughly 48% of the capital improvements budget. It also identified five board priorities — organizational excellence and accountability; safe, livable and healthy communities; public infrastructure; sustainability and stewardship; and economic opportunities tied to the county's…
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