Read the Text of Gwinnett County Commission Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s State of the County Address | News

As prepared for delivery March 2, 2023

I’d first like to thank Nick and the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Michael and the Council for Quality Growth, and Pastor VanderWal and the entire staff here at 12Stone. What an asset we have in the people who make this event possible each year.

I’d also like to recognize my partners in public service on the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners — Kirkland Carden, Ben Ku, Jasper Watkins III, and Matthew Holtkamp.

Gwinnett residents can rest assured that they’re represented by people who believe in this community and work together to build on our strong foundation.

Thank you to my predecessors and former commissioners here with us today. And to my esteemed colleagues serving countywide, local mayors, city councilmembers, constitutional officers, and regional peers — thank you for your work on behalf of our residents and the region.

I’m humbled and grateful for your presence and continued partnership.

Lastly, I brought my favorite guys along — my amazing husband Keverne and my favorite son Kaden, my two biggest supporters.

When I first took this stage three years ago, I stood here with profound optimism for a Gwinnett that would not only withstand, but also grow through whatever came next. Today, I can confidently say that the state of Gwinnett County is stronger than ever.

I’m proud to lead a remarkable team of 5,000 public servants who wake up each day to make our incredible community better, safer, and more capable.

Just like our employees, you are each driven by everyday choices that impact your family, friends, and community. Your choices led you to move here and stay here, to seek out your current position, and to make the connections you’ve built.

The choices of almost a million people — and…