Conversations with Ku Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:57:08 -0400 http://www.gwinnettcounty.com en-us © 2026 Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners yes Gwinnett County, GA, USA 57ca2057-3135-552b-98e7-20b4c3231c7a Gwinnett County Communications episodic false Gwinnett County District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku hosts a monthly podcast aimed at giving residents an inside look at decisions made by the board! 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Gwinnett, Ku Gwinnett County Communications https://storage.buzzsprout.com/j231rqhfyhi466fk46g934xt03tu?.jpg Conversations with Ku http://www.gwinnettcounty.com 62: State of District 2 - 2026 62: State of District 2 - 2026 What’s happening in District 2? Find out in the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, where Commissioner Ku shares the State of District 2 and highlights key updates, accomplishments, and what’s ahead.

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. 

]]> What’s happening in District 2? Find out in the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, where Commissioner Ku shares the State of District 2 and highlights key updates, accomplishments, and what’s ahead.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-19274429 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 619 3 62 full false 61: Elections in Gwinnett with Acting Elections Supervisor, Kelvin Williams 61: Elections in Gwinnett with Acting Elections Supervisor, Kelvin Williams On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, meet Acting Elections Supervisor Kelvin Williams! Hear about his new role, how the elections process works in 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. 

]]> On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, meet Acting Elections Supervisor Kelvin Williams! Hear about his new role, how the elections process works in 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-19164254 Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 933 3 61 full false 60: Building a Sustainable Gwinnett with Sustainability Officer Mendie White 60: Building a Sustainable Gwinnett with Sustainability Officer Mendie White Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku featuring Gwinnett County’s Sustainability Officer Mendie White as she shares insights on sustainability initiatives and upcoming 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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku featuring Gwinnett County’s Sustainability Officer Mendie White as she shares insights on sustainability initiatives and upcoming 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18957923 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1345 3 60 full false 59: State of the County - 2026 59: State of the County - 2026 Catch the latest episode of Conversations with Ku to hear Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s full 2026 State of the County address, including recent initiatives and the County’s vision for the year ahead.

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. 

]]> Catch the latest episode of Conversations with Ku to hear Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s full 2026 State of the County address, including recent initiatives and the County’s vision for the year ahead.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18834775 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1894 3 59 full false 58: Maguire-Livsey Big House Restoration 58: Maguire-Livsey Big House Restoration Listen to the newest episode of Conversations with Ku to learn more about the Maguire-Livsey Family Big House Project. Guests Cammie Mansfield and Thetyka Robinson join the conversation to share why this project is so meaningful to our community.

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. 

]]> Listen to the newest episode of Conversations with Ku to learn more about the Maguire-Livsey Family Big House Project. Guests Cammie Mansfield and Thetyka Robinson join the conversation to share why this project is so meaningful to our community.

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. 

]]> https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/news-events/podcasts Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18637705 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:00:00 -0500 1313 3 58 full false 57: District 2 Commissioner - Ben Ku 57: District 2 Commissioner - Ben Ku On this episode of Conversations with Ku, meet the voice behind the podcast and get to know your District 2 Commissioner! 🎙️

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. 

]]> On this episode of Conversations with Ku, meet the voice behind the podcast and get to know your District 2 Commissioner! 🎙️

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18586564 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0500 1514 3 57 full false 56: Best of 2025 56: Best of 2025 Listen to the Best of 2025 special edition of Conversations with Ku to hear about highlights and moments that made this year unforgettable!

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. 

]]> Listen to the Best of 2025 special edition of Conversations with Ku to hear about highlights and moments that made this year unforgettable!

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18385322 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 905 3 56 full false 55: Gwinnett County 2026 Proposed Budget 55: Gwinnett County 2026 Proposed Budget On this episode of Conversations with Ku, learn about Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson's 2026 proposed budget with highlights of what the budget will fund next year along with interviews from the Citizens Budget Review Team. You can still share your comments and feedback about the proposed budget online through December 31 at GwinnettCounty.com/2026ProposedBudget.

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. 

]]> On this episode of Conversations with Ku, learn about Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson's 2026 proposed budget with highlights of what the budget will fund next year along with interviews from the Citizens Budget Review Team. You can still share your comments and feedback about the proposed budget online through December 31 at GwinnettCounty.com/2026ProposedBudget.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18365674 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 489 3 55 full false 54: Gwinnett Place Mall Redevelopment Update 54: Gwinnett Place Mall Redevelopment Update On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden and Planning and Development Deputy Director Matt Elder join Commissioner Ku to discuss the Gwinnett Place Mall redevelopment and provide an update on where the County is in the process. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes insights on the countywide initiative and how it's transforming into a new destination for all of Gwinnett.

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. 

]]> On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden and Planning and Development Deputy Director Matt Elder join Commissioner Ku to discuss the Gwinnett Place Mall redevelopment and provide an update on where the County is in the process. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes insights on the countywide initiative and how it's transforming into a new destination for all of Gwinnett.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-18150171 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1760 3 54 full false 53: Suicide Awareness Month with Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Tekesha Smith 53: Suicide Awareness Month with Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Tekesha Smith As we close out Suicide Awareness Month, the latest episode of Conversations with Ku features Tekesha Smith, a licensed clinical social worker. Tune in to hear her valuable insights on mental health.

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. 

]]> As we close out Suicide Awareness Month, the latest episode of Conversations with Ku features Tekesha Smith, a licensed clinical social worker. Tune in to hear her valuable insights on mental health.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17912518 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1124 3 53 full false 52: Board of Commissioners Moratorium Update 52: Board of Commissioners Moratorium Update The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has approved a temporary moratorium on certain development applications while proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance are under review.

The pause applies to applications for crematories, emissions inspection establishments, fleet vehicle repair facilities, and landscape supply businesses. During this time, the County will not accept applications for zoning map amendments, changes in conditions, special use permits, land disturbance permits, development permits, or building permits for these uses.

The moratorium will remain in effect through October 31, 2025, unless the proposed amendments to the UDO are approved sooner. The pause allows time for public hearings before the Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners as required by the UDO and state law.

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. 

]]> The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has approved a temporary moratorium on certain development applications while proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance are under review.

The pause applies to applications for crematories, emissions inspection establishments, fleet vehicle repair facilities, and landscape supply businesses. During this time, the County will not accept applications for zoning map amendments, changes in conditions, special use permits, land disturbance permits, development permits, or building permits for these uses.

The moratorium will remain in effect through October 31, 2025, unless the proposed amendments to the UDO are approved sooner. The pause allows time for public hearings before the Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners as required by the UDO and state law.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17885054 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400 91 3 52 full false 51: Stone Mountain Tennis Center Redevelopment Update with Planning and Development Deputy Director - Roman Dakare 51: Stone Mountain Tennis Center Redevelopment Update with Planning and Development Deputy Director - Roman Dakare On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, learn about economic development in the county from Gwinnett Planning and Development Deputy Director Roman Dakare! Hear about the redevelopment of the old Stone Mountain Tennis Center, what’s ahead for Gwinnett, 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. 

]]> On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, learn about economic development in the county from Gwinnett Planning and Development Deputy Director Roman Dakare! Hear about the redevelopment of the old Stone Mountain Tennis Center, what’s ahead for Gwinnett, 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17757099 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1482 3 51 full false 50: Gwinnett Youth Commissioner - Nehemiah Hamilton 50: Gwinnett Youth Commissioner - Nehemiah Hamilton On this episode, Commissioner Ku meets Nehemiah Hamilton, a recent Gwinnett Youth Commissioner graduate, and they discuss his experience learning about local government, the importance of knowing your local representatives, and a fundraiser he started to help families in need in 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. 

]]> On this episode, Commissioner Ku meets Nehemiah Hamilton, a recent Gwinnett Youth Commissioner graduate, and they discuss his experience learning about local government, the importance of knowing your local representatives, and a fundraiser he started to help families in need in 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17595148 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 17:00:00 -0400 582 3 50 full false 49: Chief Appraiser - Stewart Oliver 49: Chief Appraiser - Stewart Oliver On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, Gwinnett County Chief Appraiser Stewart Oliver breaks down the property assessment process, what it means for residents, and how the appeals process works.

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. 

]]> On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, Gwinnett County Chief Appraiser Stewart Oliver breaks down the property assessment process, what it means for residents, and how the appeals process works.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17371009 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0400 1671 3 49 full false 48: Visibility Club President - Rolando Guzman 48: Visibility Club President - Rolando Guzman Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku featuring Rolando Guzman, President of the Visibility Club! Join Rolando and Commissioner Ku as they discuss the LGBTQIA+ community and the exciting upcoming Pride event on Saturday, June 21 at Thrasher Park in Norcross from noon to 6:00pm.

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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku featuring Rolando Guzman, President of the Visibility Club! Join Rolando and Commissioner Ku as they discuss the LGBTQIA+ community and the exciting upcoming Pride event on Saturday, June 21 at Thrasher Park in Norcross from noon to 6:00pm.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17289144 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400 752 3 48 full false 47: Jimmy Carter Blvd. Master Plan and Ride Gwinnett Update 47: Jimmy Carter Blvd. Master Plan and Ride Gwinnett Update Learn why the Jimmy Carter Boulevard Master Plan is important, and Ride Gwinnett's commuter service will merge operations with Xpress. 

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. 

]]> Learn why the Jimmy Carter Boulevard Master Plan is important, and Ride Gwinnett's commuter service will merge operations with Xpress. 

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17214723 Fri, 23 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 261 3 47 full false 46: City of Lilburn, City Manager - Jenny Simpkins 46: City of Lilburn, City Manager - Jenny Simpkins Tune in to the latest Conversations with Ku and meet our special guest, Jenny Simpkins — City of Lilburn City Manager!

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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest Conversations with Ku and meet our special guest, Jenny Simpkins — City of Lilburn City Manager!

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17123798 Fri, 09 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1295 3 46 full false 45: State of District 2 - 2025 45: State of District 2 - 2025 Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku to hear Commissioner Ku present the State of District 2! 

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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku to hear Commissioner Ku present the State of District 2! 

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-17042831 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 666 3 45 full false 44: Animal Welfare Division Director - Katrina Helman 44: Animal Welfare Division Director - Katrina Helman Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, an informative discussion with Animal Welfare Division Director, Katrina Helman! Learn about how you can foster a pet, the exciting expansion of the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center, 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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, an informative discussion with Animal Welfare Division Director, Katrina Helman! Learn about how you can foster a pet, the exciting expansion of the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center, 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16963217 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1044 3 44 full false 43: State of the County - 2025 43: State of the County - 2025 Catch Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s State of the County address on the newest 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. 

]]> Catch Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s State of the County address on the newest 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16872265 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1742 3 43 full false 42: Gwinnett Equity Officer - Aisha DeBerry 42: Gwinnett Equity Officer - Aisha DeBerry Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku and meet Aisha DeBerry, Gwinnett County's first Equity Officer!

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. 

]]> Tune in to the latest episode of Conversations with Ku and meet Aisha DeBerry, Gwinnett County's first Equity Officer!

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16792355 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1687 3 42 full false 41: Opting Out of HB581 and Limiting Gas Stations 41: Opting Out of HB581 and Limiting Gas Stations Listen to District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku's latest Conversations with Ku to hear updates about property tax exemptions, misinformation, news in your district, and more.

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. 

]]> Listen to District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku's latest Conversations with Ku to hear updates about property tax exemptions, misinformation, news in your district, and more.

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16711796 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0500 873 3 41 full false 40: Parks & Recreation Director - Chris Minor 40: Parks & Recreation Director - Chris Minor Get to know our new Parks and Recreation Director Chris Minor on the latest episode of Conversations with Ku! Hear about upcoming changes to Gwinnett County parks, future goals for the department, 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. 

]]> Get to know our new Parks and Recreation Director Chris Minor on the latest episode of Conversations with Ku! Hear about upcoming changes to Gwinnett County parks, future goals for the department, 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16622922 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1000 3 40 full false 39: Gwinnett County 2025 Budget Passed and January Snow Storms 39: Gwinnett County 2025 Budget Passed and January Snow Storms 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 in District 2 and across Gwinnett County, from projects to community events, Transportation projects, and the recent snow day! 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. 

]]> 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 in District 2 and across Gwinnett County, from projects to community events, Transportation projects, and the recent snow day! 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16528901 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500 340 3 39 full false 38: Best of 2024 38: Best of 2024 Listen to the Best of 2024 special edition of Conversations with Ku to hear about highlights and moments that made this year unforgettable! 

The episodes features moments from the following podcasts: Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson (Episode 11), Fire Chief Fred Cephas (Episode 24), Police Chief JD McClure (Episode 23), and State Representative, Dr. Jasmine Clark (Episode 26)

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. 

]]> Listen to the Best of 2024 special edition of Conversations with Ku to hear about highlights and moments that made this year unforgettable! 

The episodes features moments from the following podcasts: Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson (Episode 11), Fire Chief Fred Cephas (Episode 24), Police Chief JD McClure (Episode 23), and State Representative, Dr. Jasmine Clark (Episode 26)

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16317056 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 984 2 38 full false 37: Finance Director - Buffy Alexzulian 37: Finance Director - Buffy Alexzulian On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, hear from Financial Services Director Buffy Alexzulian to learn about all things budget!

Learn more about the Gwinnett County's budget and give your input at GwinnettCounty.com/Budget

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. 

]]> On the latest episode of Conversations with Ku, hear from Financial Services Director Buffy Alexzulian to learn about all things budget!

Learn more about the Gwinnett County's budget and give your input at GwinnettCounty.com/Budget

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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16263608 Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1588 2 37 full false 36: Holiday Festivities in Gwinnett 36: Holiday Festivities in Gwinnett Catch the latest episode of Conversations with Ku! As the year winds down, tune in for the latest news from District 2, and you can learn how to stay up to date with all the holiday festivities 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. 

]]> Catch the latest episode of Conversations with Ku! As the year winds down, tune in for the latest news from District 2, and you can learn how to stay up to date with all the holiday festivities 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-16170019 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 255 2 36 full false 35: Elections Supervisor - Zach Manifold 35: Elections Supervisor - Zach Manifold 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15990873 Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 913 2 35 full false 34: BioLab Smoke in Gwinnett and Truck Parking Zoning 34: BioLab Smoke in Gwinnett and Truck Parking Zoning 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15976912 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 776 2 34 full false 33: Transit Referendum with Gwinnett County Transportation Staff 33: Transit Referendum with Gwinnett County Transportation Staff 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15865119 Fri, 04 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1567 2 33 full false 32: November Election Reminders 32: November Election Reminders 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15822542 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 638 2 32 full false 31: Solicitor General - Lisamarie Bristol 31: Solicitor General - Lisamarie Bristol 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15743842 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1694 2 31 full false 30: State of District 2 - 2024 30: State of District 2 - 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15658421 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400 523 2 30 full false 29: Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee and Fire Apparatus Savings 29: Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee and Fire Apparatus Savings 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15626258 Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400 604 2 29 full false 28: Tax Commissioner - Denise Mitchell 28: Tax Commissioner - Denise Mitchell 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15556415 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400 613 2 28 full false 27: District 2 Update and Board of Commissioner Breakdown 27: District 2 Update and Board of Commissioner Breakdown 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15480853 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0400 337 2 27 full false 26: Georgia State Representative - Dr. Jasmine Clark 26: Georgia State Representative - Dr. Jasmine Clark 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15400425 Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1078 2 26 full false 25: Board of Commissioners Pass Transit Referendum 25: Board of Commissioners Pass Transit Referendum 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15322942 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 569 2 25 full false 24: Fire and Emergency Services Chief - Fred Cephas 24: Fire and Emergency Services Chief - Fred Cephas 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15183237 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400 645 2 24 full false 23: Gwinnett Police Chief - J.D. McClure 23: Gwinnett Police Chief - J.D. McClure 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15150383 Wed, 29 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 561 2 23 full false 22: District 2 Transportation Updates 22: District 2 Transportation Updates 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-15126156 Thu, 23 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400 500 2 22 full false 21: State of the County - 2024 21: State of the County - 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14998602 Thu, 02 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1721 2 21 full false 20: Proposed Homestead Exemptions and the City of Mulberry 20: Proposed Homestead Exemptions and the City of Mulberry 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14961233 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1574 2 20 full false 19: District 4 Commissioner - Matthew Holtkamp 19: District 4 Commissioner - Matthew Holtkamp 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14872395 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2044 2 19 full false 18: 2045 Unified Plan and Why it's Important 18: 2045 Unified Plan and Why it's Important 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14773149 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 618 2 18 full false 17: District 3 Commissioner - Jasper Watkins III 17: District 3 Commissioner - Jasper Watkins III 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14609562 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1238 full false 16: Small Business Grant Impact on the Community 16: Small Business Grant Impact on the Community 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14547085 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 428 2 16 full false 15: District 1 Commissioner - Kirkland Carden 15: District 1 Commissioner - Kirkland Carden 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14452889 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0500 1698 1 15 full false 14: Intent to Call for Transit Referendum 14: Intent to Call for Transit Referendum 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14406603 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500 796 1 14 full false 13: Gwinnett County 2024 Budget Passed 13: Gwinnett County 2024 Budget Passed 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14361436 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500 691 1 13 full false 12: Gwinnett Winter Holiday Events 12: Gwinnett Winter Holiday Events 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14169375 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500 708 1 12 full false 11: Chairwoman - Nicole Love Hendrickson 11: Chairwoman - Nicole Love Hendrickson 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14057382 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1964 1 11 full false 10: Gwinnett Thanksgiving Holiday Events 10: Gwinnett Thanksgiving Holiday Events 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-14013303 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500 321 1 10 full false 9: Atlanta Pride Equity and Engagement Director - Steven Igarashi-Ball 9: Atlanta Pride Equity and Engagement Director - Steven Igarashi-Ball 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-13837988 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1344 1 9 full false 8: American Foundation of Suicide Prevention - Roland Behm 8: American Foundation of Suicide Prevention - Roland Behm 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-13684978 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1116 1 8 full false 7: Educational Resources with Jason West 7: Educational Resources with Jason West 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-13463751 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1066 1 7 full false 6: Deputy Director of Gwinnett Parks and Recreation - Chris Minor 6: Deputy Director of Gwinnett Parks and Recreation - Chris Minor 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-13278216 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1073 full false 5: Gwinnett's Pride Celebration and Lenora Park's Recreation Center 5: Gwinnett's Pride Celebration and Lenora Park's Recreation Center Welcome to Episode 5 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 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. 

]]> Welcome to Episode 5 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 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-13094599 Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400 460 1 5 full false 4: Summer Meal Program Upgrade and Glass Recycling in Gwinnett 4: Summer Meal Program Upgrade and Glass Recycling in Gwinnett 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-12911606 Wed, 24 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 482 full false 3: Water Resources Deputy Director - Srinivas Jalla 3: Water Resources Deputy Director - Srinivas Jalla 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-12735026 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 550 1 3 full false 2: New Sidewalks on Old Suwanne Road and Town Center Park Upgrades 2: New Sidewalks on Old Suwanne Road and Town Center Park Upgrades 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Gwinnett County Communications Buzzsprout-12523547 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 442 full false 1: Gwinnett Place Transit Center Upgrades and Plazas Las Americas 1: Gwinnett Place Transit Center Upgrades and Plazas Las Americas 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. 

]]> 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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