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Mulberry: A New City on the Horizon

The prospect of establishing the City of Mulberry in Gwinnett County took a significant leap forward last week. The Georgia Legislature passed a bill creating the city, which now awaits Governor Brian Kemp’s signature. If approved by voters, Mulberry would become the 17th city in Gwinnett County, surpassing any other county in Georgia.

House Majority Leader Chuck Efstration (R-Auburn) and State Senator Clint Dixon (R-Gwinnett) spearheaded the bipartisan effort to bring the City of Mulberry to life in northeastern Gwinnett County. Pending Governor Kemp’s endorsement, the cityhood question will appear on the spring primary ballot for residents within the proposed city limits.

What Mulberry Offers

Should the governor sign the bill and voters give their nod, the City of Mulberry will provide essential services, including:

Planning and Zoning: Guiding responsible growth and development.
Code Enforcement: Ensuring compliance with regulations.
Stormwater Management: Addressing drainage and environmental concerns.

Notably, Mulberry will operate without imposing a city property tax. A comprehensive feasibility study confirmed the city’s financial viability even without such taxes. For more details, visit the official City of Mulberry website: City of Mulberry.

Responding to Growth

The proposed City of Mulberry emerges as a response to unbridled growth. Our community faces challenges like congested traffic, overcrowded schools, and sprawling apartment complexes. By establishing a new city, we gain local control—empowering locally elected city council members to address these pressing issues responsibly.

Inclusion and Reach

The envisioned City of Mulberry would encompass large portions of unincorporated northeastern Gwinnett County, home to approximately 35,000 residents. These areas are most in need of effective governance and thoughtful planning.

Let’s seize this opportunity to shape our community’s future. Mulberry—a city built on local insight and shared vision.

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