Sugar Hill has transformed its downtown into one of Gwinnett County’s most talked-about event destinations, anchored by The Bowl at Sugar Hill amphitheater. This guide covers Sugar Hill’s city government and where to find Good Morning Gwinnett’s Sugar Hill coverage.
City Government: Mayor & City Council
Sugar Hill is governed by a Mayor and five Council Members, all elected at-large to four-year terms.
- Brandon Hembree — Mayor, re-elected to a second term in November 2025
- Joshua Page — Post 1, term expires 2027
- Gary Pirkle — Post 2, term expires 2027
- Meg Avery — Post 3, term expires 2027
- Alvin Hicks — Post 4, re-elected in 2025
- Samantha Piovesan — Council Member, newly elected in 2025
The Bowl at Sugar Hill & Downtown Redevelopment
The Bowl at Sugar Hill — a downtown amphitheater and event space — has become the centerpiece of the city’s redevelopment strategy, hosting concerts and community events that draw visitors from across the region. It’s a major reason Sugar Hill has drawn attention as a downtown revitalization success story in Gwinnett County.
Stay Updated on Sugar Hill
This page is updated as Sugar Hill news develops — city council decisions, Bowl event announcements, and downtown development. Follow Good Morning Gwinnett for ongoing Sugar Hill coverage.

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