Lilburn CID January 2022 Newsletter

Executive Director Update

Happy New Year from Lilburn CID! We hope you had a safe and happy holiday. We’re excited to kick-off 2022 and complete more projects than ever before. During the December board meeting, the CID announced the 2022 budget and shared a few board member updates.

Board member Kate Woyce’s term concluded following the December board meeting. Kate was elected to Post 4 on June 17, 2020 and has since encouraged local businesses to unite on projects that improve the district and result in increased property values. Kate has established a successful career in property management with Taylor & Mathis and once managed more than 350,000 square feet of property in the district.

LCID is grateful to have had Kate’s leadership and support throughout the years, and she will be missed.

The CID will hold a Caucus of Electors on June 15, 2022, to vote on Posts 3, 4 and 6. Posts 3 and 6 are currently held by John Souter (Post 3) and Ed O’Connor (Post 6).

Spotlight on New Council Member Michael Hart

After returning to Atlanta in 1998, Council member Michael Hart and his wife had a choice to live anywhere in the city, but it was Lilburn’s centrality, high-performing schools and welcoming spirit that won them over. At the time, Council member Hart felt that Lilburn was the “hidden gem” of Gwinnett County. Today he meets families visiting and moving from neighboring cities for Lilburn’s rich old town vibe. Needless to say, this city is not so hidden anymore!

In November 2021, Hart was elected to the Post 3 seat on the Lilburn City Council after climbing the city’s public service ladder. He first worked on the Planning Commission after long-time family friend and City Council member Scott Batterton suggested he serve. After meeting and establishing a relationship with Council member Eddie Price, Hart was appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals and then the Zoning Board of Adjustments.

Throughout the years, Hart cultivated many relationships with city officials, but to his surprise three former Lilburn mayors and Mayor Tim Dunn personally asked that he consider serving on Post 3. It was at that moment Hart knew it was time to use his architectural background, leadership and people skills to benefit his community.

Today, Council member Hart is deepening his understanding of the state and local agencies, including the Lilburn CID, which he’ll be working with on a regular basis. “I’m excited for the citizens of Lilburn that Michael Hart has been elected the newest council member,” said Eddie Price, who previously served in Post 3 on the Lilburn City Council. “He brings a fresh set of eyes to the city, his experience as an architect, and his long-time commitment serving on the zoning board of appeals gives him the experience needed to lead the city forward.”

Council member Hart says he’s striving to further the development of Main Street and create opportunities for existing businesses to flourish. He also plans to complete the projects that have gone before him. “I’m engaged by solving problems, and as an architect that’s what you do,” said Hart. “You create spaces for people based on the conditions that exist to solve problems.”

The CID is excited to watch Council member Hart’s journey as he begins executing his plans for improvement and solving Lilburn’s greatest challenges. Congratulations on your election, Council member Hart!

Sizemore Group Selected to Update LCI Plan

Last year, Lilburn CID received a $120,000 grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Livable Centers Initiative. The grant will be used to update the district’s LCI plan, which includes studies for making the Old Towne Lilburn area and Downtown Development Zone more walkable with diverse housing to promote creative placemaking.

We are excited to share that during the CID’s December board meeting, we selected the Sizemore Group as the vendor to conduct the study. They will be updating the 2009 US Highway 29 Boulevard of Opportunity LCI Plan in the district’s effort to upgrade the City.

In partnership with Kimley-Horn, Sizemore Group will develop and improve the LCI area’s urban design elements, including pedestrian, bicycle and transit elements, wayfinding, public space activation, and lighting as well as the transportation network.

In addition, the analysis and recommendations will look at LCID area’s economic and development characteristics to prepare a strategy that supports the plan recommendations, ensures the proposed plan is realistic and provides guidance for future development.

Not Your Run of the Mill 5K

The CID is a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Not Your Run of the Mill 5K race on Saturday, March 5, at Tribble Mill Park! The race, which is being supported by the Gwinnett Department of Transportation will benefit families in Lawrenceville and Dacula in need of food. Early registration ends on Tuesday, February 1 and entry fees will increase as race day approaches.

Click the link to participate!

LCID Landscaping and Maintenance Updates

Russell Landscaping has completed another round of beautification. This time, the team removed debris from nearby pedestrian refuge islands at Mountain Industrial Blvd. and Lawrenceville Hwy. and debris from drainage inlets. They also cleaned sidewalks and medians, added fresh mulch to tree wells near Lilburn Police Station and removed damaged traffic signage. Keep up the great work, team!

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