Better Together with Commissioner Fosque

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Episode 11: District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden Mar 12, 2021

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Commissioner Fosque had the opportunity to sit down with her colleague, District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden, to discuss his background and plans for District 1. Plus, hear from Sheila Fowler with Community Services about the new InGwinnett publication.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Live in District 1? Learn more about Commissioner Carden here: GCGA.us/District1
Check out InGwinnett here: GCGA.us/InGwinnett
Watch this episode on-demand: https://vimeo.com/522324204/5e6d90dc53
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Episode 10: A Conversation with Regina Miller Mar 05, 2021

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In this episode, Commissioner Fosque invited Gwinnett Health and Human Services Director Regina Miller for a discussion about how the County has adapted its senior services during the pandemic. Plus, hear from Muriam Nafees with Volunteer Gwinnett about ways you can give back through volunteering.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Gwinnett Health and Human Services: GwinnettHumanServices.com
Get involved and give back to your community by visiting VolunteerGwinnett.net
Watch this episode on-demand: https://vimeo.com/519976901/449db9b651
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Episode 9: A Conversation with Everton Blair Jr. Feb 12, 2021

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Commissioner Fosque continues celebrating Black History Month with Gwinnett County Public School's first African American school board member, Everton Blair Jr. Since the podcast recording, Everton has become the Chairman of the Gwinnett County Board of Education. The two discuss becoming a "first," how Gwinnett County Public Schools are navigating COVID-19, and more.
Also, Destiny O’Loughlin, outreach coordinator for Gwinnett County Transit, shares information about the Gwinnett Stuff-A-Bus donation drive and The Impact of John Lewis virtual tribute program.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Gwinnett County Public Schools
Learn more about Gwinnett County Transit
Watch this episode on-demand here
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Episode 8: State Court Judge Ronda Colvin Leary Jan 29, 2021

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Commissioner Fosque celebrates Black History Month with Gwinnett's first African American judge, State Court Judge Ronda Colvin Leary. The two discuss becoming a "first," how the courts adapted to COVID-19, alternative sentencing, and more.
Also, Gwinnett Community Outreach Director Shaunieka Taylor shares information about how to apply for the upcoming classes of Gwinnett 101 Citizens Academy and Gwinnett Youth Commission.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about the state courts: Gwinnett State Courts
Learn more and apply for the community outreach programs: GwinnettCommunityOutreach.com
Watch this episode on-demand: https://vimeo.com/505038193/354c51207e
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Episode 7: Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson Jan 22, 2021

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On this episode, Commissioner Fosque speaks with Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson about her history-making role and vision for Gwinnett County.
Also, Andrew Hickey from Gwinnett Water Resources shares tips on how to prevent a home water emergency during freezing temperatures.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Chairwoman Hendrickson: http://gcga.us/boardofcommissioners
See more helpful tips from Gwinnett Water Resources: Gwinnetth2o.com
Watch this episode on-demand: https://vimeo.com/502750002/91012331d0
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Episode 6: A Conversation with Charlotte J. Nash Jan 14, 2021

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In this episode, Commissioner Fosque speaks with former Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte J. Nash about her decades of service to Gwinnett residents.
Also, Aspen Brown from Live Healthy Gwinnett shares tips to develop healthy habits in the new year!
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Live Healthy Gwinnett: LiveHealthyGwinnett.com
Watch this episode on-demand: https://vimeo.com/499224676/c7feac6bd7
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Episode 5: Citizens Advisory Board Dec 18, 2020

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This week, Commissioner Fosque invited Gwinnett County Police Chief Brett West for a discussion about the proposed Gwinnett Police Citizens Advisory Board. Also, Melanie Chung from Gwinnett Solid Waste Management shares tips and opportunities for recycling this holiday season.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

The formation of a Gwinnett Police Citizens Advisory Board will be proposed to the Board of Commissioners in 2021. Stay tuned for more information.
Learn more about trash and recycling in unincorporated Gwinnett: GCSolidWaste.com
Learn more about the Bring One for the Chipper event: GwinnettCB.org
Watch this episode on-demand: vimeo.com/488521638/10931e3d01
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Episode 4: Project RESET Dec 04, 2020

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In this episode, Chief Magistrate Judge Kristina Hammer Blum and HomeFirst Gwinnett Director Matt Elder join Commissioner Fosque to discuss Project RESET, a CARES Act-funded eviction prevention program intended to support tenants facing financial hardship caused by COVID-19. Also, Russell Royal, fiscal analysis manager for Gwinnett County, shares an update on the County's 2021 proposed budget.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Project RESET by calling 770.847.6765 or emailing MagistrateCourtProjectRESET@gwinnettcounty.com
Learn more about the 2021 proposed budget at gcga.us/2021ProposedBudget
Watch this episode on-demand: vimeo.com/487241589/1630d324e1
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Episode 3: Economic Development Nov 20, 2020

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In this episode, Commissioner Fosque sits down with Shantell Wilson, economic development manager for Business Outreach with Gwinnett County, to discuss Gwinnett's business landscape. Also, Corporal Selena Francis from the Gwinnett County Police Department shares holiday shopping safety tips and more important messages.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Gwinnett County Economic Development: gcga.us/EconDevelopment
Learn more about the Gwinnett County Police Department: GwinnettPolice.com
Tune in for Gwinnett's Virtual Lighting of the Tree on November 26 at 8:00pm on TVGwinnettLive.com
Watch this episode on-demand: vimeo.com/481378104/336b0d2a57
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Episode 2: Community Policing Nov 05, 2020

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In this episode, Commissioner Fosque sits down with Deputy Chief J.D. McClure and Major Michelle Anglin from the Gwinnett County Police Department to discuss community policing in Gwinnett. Also, Gil Osmer, Assistant Fire Marshal at Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services, shares fire safety tips ahead of the holidays and more important announcements.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES:

Learn more about Gwinnett Police: GwinnettPolice.com
Learn more about the Gwinnett fire programs: GwinnettFireMarshal.com
Watch Gwinnett's virtual Veterans Day ceremony and Salute to the Flag on November 11 at 11:00am at TVGwinnettLive.com
Watch this episode on-demand: vimeo.com/475870293/886ec39837
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