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Conversations with Ku

Gwinnett County District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku hosts a monthly podcast aimed at giving residents an inside look at decisions made by the board!

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Latest Episodes:

Episode 35: Conversations with Ku with special guest Elections Supervisor Zach Manifold Oct 25, 2024

On this episode of Conversations with Ku, hear from Elections Supervisor, Zach Manifold where he discusses statewide updates about the upcoming General Election on November 5.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 34: Conversations with Ku - District Update Oct 23, 2024

On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, learn about questions that are on this year's ballot relating to state constitutional amendments, a statewide referendum, and more.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 33: Conversations with Ku - Transit Referendum Oct 04, 2024

Learn more about the upcoming transit referendum on the November ballot as Commissioner Ben Ku talks with Gwinnett County Transportation Director Lewis Cooksey, Capital Transit Director, China Thomas, and Deputy Director, Natasha Tyler.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 32: Conversations with Ku - District Update Sep 27, 2024

Listen to District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku's latest Conversations with Ku to hear updates about news in your district and some important reminders about the upcoming November election.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 31: Conversations with Ku with special guest Solicitor General Lisamarie Bristol Sep 13, 2024

Tune in to the latest Conversations with Ku for an interview episode featuring Lisamarie Bristol! They discuss what the Solicitor-General's office handles and how they serve and educate our community through various programs and events.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 30: Conversations with Ku - State of District 2 Aug 30, 2024

Listen to the latest Conversations with Ku as Commissioner Ku highlights helpful information from his State of District 2 town hall. He also shares news and updates on important projects and developments happening in his district and around Gwinnett County.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 29: Conversations with Ku - District Update Aug 23, 2024

Join District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku and co-host Hunter Coleman as they break down the latest updates across the district and share County-wide news about infrastructure improvements and community events.
For more information about everything District 2, visit www.GwinnettCounty.com/District2News

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 28: Conversations with Ku with special guest Tax Commissioner Denise Mitchell Aug 09, 2024

Don't miss District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku's conversation with Gwinnett Tax Commissioner Denise Mitchell about the millage rate and tax essentials on the latest episode of "Conversations with Ku."

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 27: Conversations with Ku - District Update Jul 26, 2024

Check out the newest episode of Conversations with Ku as District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku and co-host Hunter Coleman discuss the latest news updates and share details about some of their favorite events taking place this month!

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 26: Conversations with Ku with special guest State Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark Jul 12, 2024

On this episode of Conversations with Ku, Commissioner Ku sits down with State Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark to discuss statewide initiatives that could impact you. Plus, in Gwinnett, the transit referendum has passed, giving voters the power to decide on local transit options.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 25: Conversations with Ku Jun 28, 2024

Join District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku and co-host Hunter Coleman on the most recent episode of Conversations with Ku. Stay updated on the latest news, from infrastructure projects to community events, don't miss out!

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 24: Conversations with Ku with special guest Fire Chief Cephas Jun 05, 2024

In kicking off National Safety Month, Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services Chief Fred Cephas joins Commissioner Ben Ku for a discussion about the safety and prevention resources available to residents in the latest episode of Conversations with Ku.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 23: Conversations with Ku with special guest Police Chief McClure May 29, 2024

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, Gwinnett Police Chief J.D. McClure joins Commissioner Ben Ku for a discussion about the mental health resources available to residents in the latest episode of Conversations with Ku.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 22: Conversations with Ku May 23, 2024

Meet co-host and executive assistant Hunter Coleman for the latest updates in District 2 during Episode 22 of the Conversations with Ku podcast!

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 21: Conversations with Ku May 02, 2024

On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, listen to hear Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson's 2024 State of the County address in its entirety for key takeaways and direction for the County's future.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 20: Conversations with Ku Apr 26, 2024

Welcome to Episode 20 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners

-Commissioner Ku and Nathan chats about the upcoming election and dives into the proposed homestead exemptions and the creation of the City of Mulberry.
- Find out all the fun activities for you and your family with ‘What's new in District 2?’

- and more....

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 19: Conversations with Ku with special guest Matthew Holtkamp Apr 11, 2024

Commissioner Ku is joined by Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp as they discuss his time as Gwinnett County’s District 4 Commissioner, dive into what made him decide to run for county office, what his views are for the future of Gwinnett County.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 18: Conversations with Ku Mar 26, 2024

Welcome to Episode 18 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners

-Gwinnett recently developed a master plan to focus on multi-modal transportation improvements in the Centerville Community!
- Find out all the fun activities for you and your family especially with Spring Break around the corner with ‘What's new in District 2?’

- and more....

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 17: Conversations with Ku with special guest Jasper Watkins III Mar 01, 2024

Commissioner Ku is joined by Commissioner Jasper Watkins III as he discusses his time as Gwinnett County’s District 3 Commissioner.

Commissioner Watkins expresses why he feels celebrating Black History Month all year around is very important. He expands on some of the county issues that he remains passionate about, as well as expresses what a second term would look like and more…

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 16: Conversations with Ku Feb 21, 2024

Welcome to Episode 16 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- What's new in District 2?
- and more....

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 15: Conversations with Ku with special guest Kirkland Carden Feb 06, 2024

On the first Interview episode of 2024, Commissioner Ku is joined by Commissioner Kirkland Carden as he discusses his time as Gwinnett County’s District 1 Commissioner.

Commissioner Carden dives deep into how notable African American leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. impacts his life as a public servant, he also expands on some of the county issues that he remains passionate about, as well as expresses what a second term would look like and more…

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 14: Commissioner Ku discusses Intent to Call for Transit Referendum Jan 30, 2024

Recently, the Board of Commissioners approved a notice of intent to call for a referendum regarding transit in Gwinnett County. Listen to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku with special guest China Thomas, Director of Transit Capital Projects for the Department of Transportation, to learn more about what this means for the county.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 13: Conversations with Ku Jan 23, 2024

Welcome to Episode 13 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The introduction of Commissioner Ku's new Confidential Executive Assistant and podcast Co-Host Nathan Devoe
- The first podcast of the year kicks off with latest from the Board of Commissioners
- A few special announcements
- and more...

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 12: Conversations with Ku Dec 18, 2023

Welcome to Episode 12 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
-The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- Events during the Winter Holiday season
- Commissioner Ku has a 'Goodbye' Interview with his former assistant and Co-host Tristan Fernandes
- and more...
Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 11: Conversations with Ku with special guest Nicole Love Hendrickson Nov 29, 2023

Welcome to the first interview podcast with special guest Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson.
Commissioner Ku and Chairwoman Hendrickson discuss their friendship, economic development, her time as chairwoman, the current and future state of Gwinnett County and more.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 10: Conversations with Ku Nov 21, 2023

Welcome to Episode 10 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- Events during the Thanksgiving Holiday
- We have a few openings on our team, are you a good fit?
Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 9: Conversations with Ku Oct 24, 2023

Welcome to Episode 9 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this Halloween episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- Tons of trunk or treat events
- We have a few openings on our team, are you a good fit?
- Amazing interview with our guest Steven Igarashi-Ball. He is the Director of Equity and Engagement at Atlanta Pride, he is an Activist, Drag Performer, district 2 resident, and lifelong Gwinnettian.
Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 8: Conversations with Ku Sep 29, 2023

Welcome to Episode 8 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- We will give you a few fun activities to get into
- A deep conversation with Roland Behm from the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention regarding the stigmas behind suicide, ways to spot it, prevent it and even to cope with it.
Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741
Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 7: Conversations with Ku Aug 24, 2023

Welcome to Episode 7 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- The latest from the Board of Commissioners
- Commissioner Ku answers questions about where residents can report issues in their subdivision.
-Commissioner Ku engages in an informative and entertaining conversation about educational resources with Jason West from Gwinnett County's Community Services.
Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 6: Conversations with Ku Jul 24, 2023

Welcome to Episode 6 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- the latest from the Board of Commissioners
- a way to keep cool during the Georgia heat and
- In honor of Parks and Recreations Month, we have special guest Chris Minor, deputy Director of Gwinnett’s Parks and Recreations department joining us to discuss why Gwinnett Parks are award winning and more.
Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2.

Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 5: Conversations with Ku Jun 23, 2023

Welcome to Episode 5of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- Gwinnett County's Pride Celebration
- Upgrades to Lenora Park's Recreation Center
- Gwinnett Police Department Spartan Robot
Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 4: Conversations with Ku May 24, 2023

Welcome to episode 4 of "Conversations with Ku," hosted by District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes.
On this episode, you will hear about:
- Gwinnett Police purchasing a Mobile Command Vehicle
- Summer Meal Program returns with an upgrade
- Building Brains Anywhere Summer Enrichment Program returns
- Gwinnett County will be adding 10 more recycling sites
- 'Get in Gear' will help residents take more than 9,800 one-way trips
- Georgia's best tasting water gets even better... listen in to find out how
Plus, Ku answers a question from one of district 2's residents regarding tree removal. www.gwinnettcounty.com/treeremoval

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 3: Conversations with Ku Apr 27, 2023

On this episode of Conversations with Ku, District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku sits down with Srinivas Jalla from our Water Resources Department who talks awards, recognitions and what makes the County’s water taste so great! Plus, Ku gives a breakdown of the latest updates at popular attractions across the County.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 2: Conversations with Ku Mar 27, 2023

On his second episode of "Conversations with Ku," District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku along with his co-host Tristan Fernandes discuss:

New sidewalks to connect residental homes and a retail center from Old Suwanee Road to Buford Highway
Town Center Park upgrades
Additional safety cameras
And answers a question from a listener and resident in his district about getting new sidewalks on Lester Road.

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

Episode 1: Conversations with Ku Feb 28, 2023

Episode 1: Gwinnett County District Commissioner Ben Ku kicks off his monthly podcast aimed at giving residents and inside look at decisions made by the board!
Here's what you'll hear about:
- How money will be used to upgrade the Gwinnett Place Transit Center
- The walkability of Plazas Las Americas and the surrounding area
- How the Gwinnett Police is upping security

Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

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