Snellville refuses to raise millage rate sixth year in a row August 6, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Following a series of public hearings, Snellville’s Mayor and City Council voted to approve a millage rate of 4.588 mills. This is the sixth year in a row the city has adopted the same millage rate.
Snellville seeking input on proposed Unified Development Ordinance August 3, 2020 Gwinnett Daily Post Snellville officials are asking residents to weigh in on the city’s proposed Unified Development Ordinance that is set to be adopted later this year.
Snellville seeks public input on unified development ordinance July 30, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Snellville is seeking input from residents on the proposed Unified Development Ordinance. The UDO brings together the city’s ordinances and regulations into one document making it easier for residents, builders and city officials to find information about land use, subdivisions, flood and environmental protection and building standards.
Snellville approves open containers in new downtown district July 30, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution nellville has created the Towne Center Entertainment District, an area anchored by a forthcoming mixed-use development that will become the city’s new downtown.
Snellville approves $13M budget, maintains millage rate for 6th year June 24, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution The Snellville city council recently approved a $13,063,295 Fiscal Year 2021 balanced budget while trying to predict how the COVID-19 pandemic will affect city revenue. The city anticipates a 40 percent decrease in hotel/motel room tax, a 20 percent decrease in the Title Ad Valorem Tax and a 25 percent reduction in intangible taxes.
Snellville leaders adopt resolution condemning racism June 17, 2020 Gwinnett Daily Post The City Council adopted a resolution that condemns racism and commits city departments, including the police department, to ensure a “culture of trust” exists between the city and residents. Fostering that culture is an attempt to improve race relations within Snellville.
Protests against excessive police force in America continue in Gwinnett County for third week June 12, 2020 Gwinnett Daily Post “We are very proud of these young people and their commitment to raising awareness about critical issues affecting our society,” City Manager Butch Sanders said. “Snellville celebrates its diverse community and we are going to work to keep our neighbors together and continue to support minority-owned businesses.”
Snellville reschedules July 4 fireworks celebration June 12, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Due to concerns about COVID-19, Snellville has postponed the city’s Star Spangled Snellville celebration normally held on July 4. The event, complete with fireworks, food, entertainment and live music, will take place 3 to 9 p.m. Sept. 5 on the Towne Green.
Snellville condemns racism in resolution, creates advisory council June 11, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution The Snellville City Council passed a resolution condemning racism Monday night and committed to building a “culture of trust” between the city, its police department and residents.
Snellville Police Department partners with G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds for summer book drive May 27, 2020 Gwinnett Daily Post “The Snellville Police Department is proud to partner with the Gwinnett Coalition allowing us to serve as a book donation site for the G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds program,” Snellville Police Chief Roy Whitehead said.