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A Dec. 10 Planning Commission meeting regarding a 150-lot subdivision in Summit Chase has been postponed following a request from the applicant.
The rezoning request by KJ Luxury Homes, LLC and Summit Chase Country Club, Inc. requesting a rezoning and an amendment to the Snellville 2045 Future Land Use Map will be heard at a date to be determined. 
The project calls for a 150-lot single-family detached subdivision and 19.66 acres of open space including country club-style tennis courts, swimming pool, clubhouse and other amenities on a 95-acre vacant, unused golf course and country club site situated along Green Turf Drive and Classic Drive.

https://www.snellville.org/sites/default/files/uploads/planning-development/documents/2024%20Agenda%20Packet/RZ%2024-04%20LUP%2024-02/second-request-to-table-pc-hearing-11-26-2024.pdf

There are now three Code Enforcement officers on the road, thanks to action taken by Mayor and Council recently. Tori Fobb-Moore joined the Quality of Life Unit recently, increasing the city’s code enforcement options to keep the city clean and in compliance with codes and regulations. Fobb-Moore joins Chief Code Enforcement Officer Johnny Greene and Officer Briana Hajrizi.

The Quality of Life Unit focuses on compliance with all city codes and ordinances that may affect the city’s quality of life, its aesthetics and the welfare of its citizens. The unit addresses a wide range of issues that affect the environment, health, safety, property values and general well-being of the City of Snellville. Preservation and improvement are recognized by government leaders as necessary to prevent the deterioration of our surroundings and enhance the quality of life. Send questions or complaints to the unit at qualityoflife@snellville.org.

Snellville Parks and Recreation, partnering with Georgia Cool Cruisers, hosted its seventh annual Car Show at Briscoe Park in November. For the fourth year in a row the car show event has raised money for the Snellville Police Department’s Shop with a Cop program. 

With the donations from the November 2024 car show totaling $2,318, the Snellville Police Department, with help from the Snellville Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, was able to include 10 more families in the program this year. Shop with a Cop offers families in need a chance to pick out Christmas gifts with the help of police. 

“The Cool Cars at Briscoe event is one of our great events as, on the day of the event, visitors of all ages can come and enjoy the cars, food and fun,” said Director of Parks and Recreation Lisa A Platt, CPRP. “But one of the best parts of this event is that all donations go toward the Snellville police Shop with a Cop program. These generous donations will allow more families and kids to go on a shopping spree which will allow them to have a holiday with gifts they would otherwise not have. The Snellville Parks and Recreation Department strives to support our community and most specifically our youth in as many ways as possible - not just out on the athletic fields and courts. This event allows us just another opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of our community’s youth."

 The annual November event has once again exceeded expectations, park officials said. 

“We are thrilled that we are able to work with Snellville PD each year during this event and this will continue to be our November car show charity,” said Meghan Meegan, Parks and Recreation program coordinator.

The November event has been so popular with the car club community and spectators that we will continue to add on a second car show at Briscoe Park every April allowing both a spring and fall car show event. The 2025 car show events will take place on April 26 and Nov. 8 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the park, 2500 Sawyer Parkway.

Snellville Parks and Recreation has been honored by the United States Tennis Association with the Outstanding Parks and Recreation Award for its “service and outstanding accomplishments in our tennis community throughout 2024.”

“To reward this tireless effort, you are being honored as the winner of the Outstanding Parks and Recreation Award,” said Shannon Rowe, USTA Georgia Awards Committee Chair. “This is quite an impressive accomplishment, and you should be proud of your success.”

USTA Georgia (@USTAGeorgia) will announce the 2024 award winners live on its Facebook page 11 a.m. Nov. 20. The ceremony can be watched by the public. A reception for award recipients will be held Feb. 8 at the USTA Georgia Community Tennis Development Workshop in Atlanta. 

Since 2020, SPRD has been working on growing its tennis programs and community outreach to generate interest in tennis at Briscoe Park. SPRD partnered with Anthony Evans of Advantage Evans Tennis to begin tennis instruction at the park and to start to offer more tennis options for children and adults. 

“It’s not work for us,” Evans said about offering tennis instruction. “First and foremost, we love the park, we love creating programs for the patrons. If we didn’t get the award, we’d still be doing what we’re doing. It’s a team effort.”

Now more than 300 players utilize the courts at the park. Tennis services include lessons, clinics, tournaments, league play, flex leagues, camps for children and home to USTA and the Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association, Inc. players.  

“Mr. Evans has worked hard over the years teaching tennis and getting the word out to our community,” said SPRD Director, Lisa Platt, CPRP.  “And now we have a variety of quality tennis program options for our community at Briscoe Park.”

USTA/PTR certified since 1994, Evans continues to work with the park to host USTA events that help qualify for USTA grants. 

“USTA has been involved over these last few years of helping to grow the SPRD Tennis programs,” Platt said. “Supporting us with answering general questions, to their grant programs which we have utilized to help financially support our tennis programing.  Meghan Meegan, SPRD Program Coordinator, has been the bridge between working with USTA and Advantage Evans Tennis and our community members.”

Meegan said the popularity of tennis has grown greatly with the help of Evans, staff and USTA.

“Now with teams and the instruction, plus patrons wanting to use the courts for open play, we have people waiting to use the courts each evening,” Meegan said. 

“The future is bright for the park’s tennis program,” Platt said. “SPRD staff work really hard in the creation and execution of all our leagues, programs, and events to give our diverse community as many options as possible and to give our community members what they are looking for through recreation and a place to relax,” she said. “SPRD will continue to serve our residents by offering the current tennis programs as well as many new ones in tennis and other sports and recreational programing as SPRD continues to grow and execute the Briscoe Park Master Plan.”

For more information on tennis at Briscoe Park visit snellville.org/parks-recreation/tennis-0 

The City of Snellville (City) is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide all 
labor and materials required for the repair of Storm Water Drainage Systems and related infrastructure, 
including pipe of various sizes and materials, catch basins, headwalls, curb and road restoration, erosion 
controls, seeding/sodding, rip rap, etc, with related tie-ins and appurtenances at four (4) locations, within 
the city limits of Snellville, Georgia 30078.  

Please visit the Bid Page for more information.

Snellville’s The Grove at Towne Center was named the Medium Redevelopment Project of the Year at the Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit Wednesday. 

“As we continue to move toward full activation of the The Grove with restaurants and a brewery opening in 2025, it’s exciting to be recognized by the Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit,”  said Mayor Barbara Bender. “We are proud of The Grove and look forward to filling the space with friends and neighbors who will enjoy a quality, family-friendly destination for years to come.”

The Grove is a transformative development in the heart of Snellville. With 33,000 square feet of restaurant space, 10,000 square feet of retail, residential space at The Tomlin, and the new Elizabeth H. Williams Branch of the Gwinnett Public Library, The Grove offers an ideal blend of dining, shopping and cultural experiences. Numerous new businesses will open in the Grove in 2025, including Crooked Can Brewery (along with a food hall) and two restaurants overlooking the green space and splash pad. 

The Grove is a $140 million public-private partnership between the City of Snellville, Gwinnett County, MidCity Real Estate Partners, and CASTO. The development was recognized at the Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit, presented by Gwinnett’s Community Improvement Districts, and co-hosted by Partnership Gwinnett and the Council for Quality Growth. The annual event highlights emerging trends in redevelopment and showcases exemplary developments and best practices for revitalization. 

“Community redevelopment is essential in creating vibrant, thriving spaces that enhance the quality of life and drive sustainable economic growth for the entire region,” said Deven Cason, vice president of Economic Development for Partnership Gwinnett. “We proudly congratulate this year’s award winners and finalists for their innovative contributions and tireless efforts in revitalizing our communities. Their work is not only reshaping local landscapes but also fueling long-term economic prosperity in metro Atlanta. We are grateful for their dedication to building a brighter, more prosperous future.”

For more information about The Grove visit thegrovesnellville.com. 

The project consists of the T.W. Briscoe Park Pool and Splash Pad Services for the 2025 Services Contract.  This contract will include spring/summer open season operation and fall/winter maintenance and may be renewable for up to 2 consecutive years following the initial year of inception.  Work required under this contract may include, but not be limited to, furnishing materials, labor, equipment, etc.  Please visit the Bid Page for more information.

SNELLVILLE – The Snellville Police Department is proud to announce it has been awarded the Governor’s Cup from the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety Challenge. This achievement marks the third time the department has secured the overall cup and the fifth time it has placed first among agencies of similar size in the past six years.

The Governor’s Cup recognizes exceptional efforts in traffic safety, community engagement, and proactive law enforcement initiatives. This year’s award highlights the department’s commitment to reducing traffic incidents and promoting safe driving practices within the community.

“We are honored to receive this recognition,” said Chief Greg Perry. “This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our officers and staff, as well as the support of the Snellville community. We remain committed to making our roads safer for everyone.”

The Snellville Police Department has implemented a variety of successful programs aimed at enhancing roadway safety, including educational outreach, traffic enforcement, and community partnerships. The department’s consistent performance in the Highway Safety Challenge underscores its commitment to excellence in law enforcement.

The award ceremony took place on Oct. 25, 2024, at the Macon Marriott City Center, where the Snellville Police Department was recognized alongside other outstanding agencies across the state.

The City of Snellville (City) is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the Janitorial Services and Porter Services (#COS20241016) in the City of Snellville, Georgia.  

Please visit the Bid Page for information.

SNELLVILLE — In an effort to safely discard unused and expired medication, there will be a Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Take Back hosted by the Snellville Police Department Oct. 26.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Snellville Police Department, 2315 Wisteria Drive.

Participants can drive or walk up and drop discarded medication into the drop boxes. Medication may be left in its original containers with or without the labels as all items discarded are burned.

Please do not bring needles or sharp objects for disposal.

Contact Lt. A. Sullivan at asullivan@snellville.org or 770-985-3555 for more information.