Better Together with Commissioner Fosque

On December 31, District 4 Commissioner Marlene Fosque will end her historic term on the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners. Media Relations Manager and Eye on Gwinnett host Deborah Tuff sat down with Commissioner Fosque for a final conversation to reflect on her four years of dedicated service to Gwinnett County.  

As temperatures drop and holiday gatherings take place, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale Health Departments District Health Director and CEO Dr. Audrey Arona to discuss seasonal health and the latest initiatives at GNR.
 
Also, Lauren Diaz from Gwinnett Communications shares a message about Veterans Day. Watch the full Veterans Day Ceremony. 

In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett Youth Commissioners Erika Magnon and Angelica Stallworth and school counselor Dr. Renae Jackson to discuss bullying prevention. 

Also, Gwinnett Parks and Recreation Division Director Chris Minor shares good news about Gwinnett parks receiving accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies for the first time in the County's history. 

New season, new events! Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett Community Outreach managers Nury Castro and Nathan DeVoe to discuss upcoming outreach events and engagement opportunities that you can participate in this fall. 

Also, Fabi Canales from Community Outreach shares more details on Welcoming Week and National Hispanic Heritage Month. 

Just in time for the upcoming school year, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts to discuss leading Georgia's largest public school system. From his leadership style to student engagement, the two cover a range of topics related to Gwinnett County Public Schools. 

Also, Corporal Christian Matos  with Gwinnett Police shares some back-to-school safety tips. 

In this episode, Commissioner Fosque speaks with Jasmine Billings, the Community Development Manager for the city of Lawrenceville and chair of the Gwinnett Young Professionals. The two discuss Jasmine's background, community involvement, and Gwinnett's growing young professionals community, plus more. 

Also, Clerk of Court Tiana P. Garner announces new passport services offered at the Clerk of Court's office inside the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville. 

In honor of Women's History Month, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett trailblazer and educator, Mrs. Beauty Baldwin. The two reminisced about Mrs. Baldwin's barrier-breaking career as Georgia's first Black woman superintendent when she served as Buford City Schools superintendent. They also discussed her ongoing service to the Gwinnett community. 

Also, Sade Hurst, with the Gwinnett County Communications Department, shared ways to keep up with County news and events by following the County on social media @GwinnettGov. 

Start a career with Gwinnett at the Career From Here hiring event! In this special edition of Better Together, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Human Resources Manager Jayne Tailhardat to discuss the  Career From Here hiring event. The event will take place on Friday, February 25 from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth.

Though the deadline to apply for an onsite interview has passed you're still invited to attend to meet current employees, learn about County departments, have your resume reviewed, and apply for opportunities in a variety of fields. Visit GwinnettCountyJobs.com to learn more. 

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In this episode, Commissioner Fosque welcomed Gwinnett County Elections Supervisor Zach Manifold to discuss preparations underway for the 2022 Elections. The two covered important elections dates and language equity and access in County elections. 

Also, Courtney Spencer from Gwinnett Community Outreach, invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with Gwinnett County! Learn more about the month-long celebration by visiting GwinnettCounty.com 

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To kick off 2022, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Economic Development Manager Mark Farmer to discuss the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center located at 405 North Perry Street in Lawrenceville. The center welcomed its first group of entrepreneurs in January and is in partnership with Georgia Gwinnett College.

Also, Lauren Diaz, with the Gwinnett County Communications Department,  invites job candidates to the County’s Career From Here hiring event on Friday, February 25 at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. To be considered for an onsite interview, candidates can apply at GCGA.us/HiringEvents by Friday, February 11.