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Lawrenceville is the seat of Gwinnett County government — home to the county courthouse, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners, and a growing downtown that anchors much of the county’s civic and cultural life. This guide is a living resource for Lawrenceville residents and business owners: how the city is governed, who represents you, where to handle permits and property taxes, and where to find the latest Lawrenceville news from Good Morning Gwinnett.
City Government: Mayor & City Council
Lawrenceville operates under a council-manager form of government. The Mayor and four City Council members set policy; a professional city manager oversees day-to-day operations.
- Mayor David Still — term 2024-2027
- Bruce Johnson — Mayor Pro-Tem, Post 1, term 2024-2027
- Victoria Jones — Post 2, term 2024-2027
- Randy Travis — Post 3, term 2026-2029 (sworn in January 2026)
- Bryant Harris — Post 4, term 2026-2029 (sworn in January 2026)
Read more about the city’s leadership in our profile of Mayor David Still.
City Limits: The 2026 Annexation Vote
Lawrenceville spent more than a year considering a major expansion of its city limits — a proposal that would have added roughly 5,700 parcels and 19,000 new residents. Voters in the affected area rejected the annexation referendum in the May 19, 2026 General Primary Election, so the city’s boundaries remain unchanged for now. See our full coverage of what the “no” vote means for residents and the background on what property owners needed to know before the vote.
Property Taxes & Public Hearings
The City of Lawrenceville sets its own millage rate separate from unincorporated Gwinnett County, and holds public hearings before adopting it each year. For the latest on scheduled hearings and how to make your voice heard, see Lawrenceville’s public hearings on the property tax rate.
Courts & Permits
As the county seat, Lawrenceville hosts the Gwinnett County Justice & Administration Center, including Superior, State, and Magistrate courts. City-level permitting — building permits, business licenses, and zoning questions — runs through the City of Lawrenceville’s Planning & Development office, separate from Gwinnett County’s permitting for unincorporated areas.
Business & Community
Downtown Lawrenceville’s Historic Courthouse Square is the hub for city events, local shops, and restaurants. Good Morning Gwinnett spotlights Lawrenceville small businesses as part of our ongoing local business coverage — if you own a business in Lawrenceville and want to be featured, reach out through our contact page.
Stay Updated on Lawrenceville
This page is updated as Lawrenceville news develops — city council votes, elections, permits, and community events. Bookmark it, or follow Good Morning Gwinnett for the latest on Gwinnett County’s seat of government.
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