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Mike Visits with Third District Residents

As a candidate, Mike promised to be accessible to third district residents once elected. To honor that promise, he plans to attend a number of community events in the district throughout his term of office, and to hold regular office hours at times when citizens can attend. These pictures represent some recent events.

Snellville Fire Station and Tag Office Ribbon Cutting

Officials and area residents celebrated the grand opening of the county's newest fire station and tag office in Snellville on November 21st, 2006. On the left, Mayor Jerry Oberholtzer, Tax Commissioner Katherine Sherrington, Mike, Fire Chief Steve Rolader, and Chairman Charles Bannister await their turn to speak at the ceremony. On the right, Commissioner Sherrington and Mayor Oberholtzer have a word with Mike following the ribbon cutting.

Mike, Katherine Sherrington, and Jerry Olberholzer

Broncos Field at Bethesda Park Opens

The Brookwood Football Association celebrated the opening of their new field at Bethesda Park on August 19th. Commissioner Beaudreau joined members of the county's Parks and Recreation department and the association's football teams for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The teams take the field
Members of the BFA Broncos football teams storm the field at the dedication ceremony

BFA Field Press Box
The Press Box at the new field was paid for with the help of
a contribution of the County Commission

Mike Beaudreau
Commissioner Beaudreau addresses attendees at the ribbon cutting

BFA Field Press Box
Mike jokes around with Brookwood football player Greg Mercier

Mike Beaudreau
Mike holds a piece of ribbon following the ceremony. Brookwood High School Athletic Director Dave Hunter is at Mike's left.

Centerville Back to School Festival

Mike stopped by the Back to School Festival on Saturday, August 5th, 2006 at the Centerville Community Center on Bethany Church Road. Several hundred area residents braved the heat to listen to music, ride inflatable rides, and relax before the start of the busy school year.

Mike greets the attendees at the Centerville Community Festival	Mike and the late Rev. John Stewart, President of the Gwinnett Branch of the NAACP
Commissioner Beaudreau looks on as festival attendees have the opportunity to touch rabbits and Guinea pigs at the petting zoo

Mike welcomed the participants to the festival on behalf of the county, noting that it was a great opportunity for area nonprofit groups to showcase their offerings.

Mike Visits with Firefighters at Station Groundbreakings

Mike had an opportunity to visit with District 3 firefighters during the groundbreaking ceremonies for a new Fire Station 27 in Dacula, and the replacement Fire Station 8 in Grayson.

Talking to Firefighters
Mike speaks to firefighters following the
groundbreaking ceremonies of the new
Fire Station 8 in Grayson

Mike at Groundbreaking of Dacula Fire Station
Mike addresses the firefighters and
dignitaries at the groundbreaking
of the new Dacula Fire Station

Mike and Chief Rolader
The Commissioner greets Fire Chief Steve Rolader

Talking with Firefighters
Mike points out an area where construction is ready to begin
at Fire Station 8 in Dacula

"Our fire and public safety personnel are some of the most important people serving county residents," Mike commented. "I always enjoy meeting with them because I can hear first hand their ideas for improving service to county residents".

Mike Helps South Gwinnett Residents Celebrate Parks Openings

Commissioner Beaudreau participated in the grand openings of the two newest additions to the Gwinnett Parks System on July 1st, 2006. The aquatic center at Lenora Park will provide swimming facilities comparable to a commercial water park, while the expanded trail system at Yellow River Park offers an opportunity for riders of horses and mountain bikes to enjoy nature without getting into each other's way.

Yellow River Park Opening
Mike chats with some of the visitors attending the
Yellow River Park Grand Re-Opening

Mike Chats with SOBRA Members
Mike speaks with members of the Southern Outdoor Bike Riders Association, who plan to use the new trails at the park.

Lenora Park Grand Opening
Commissioner Beaudreau addresses the visitors at the Lenora Aquatic Center Ribbon Cutting

Visiting with Swimmers
Mike visits with South Gwinnett residents ready to enjoy the new aquatic center at Lenora Park.

Mike Helps Break Ground on New Park for South Gwinnett

Residents of the North Deshong/Rockbridge Road/Annistown Road areas had to wait a long time, but finally got a chance to celebrate the groundbreaking of a 200+ acre park in their neighborhood. Although the county purchased the land for the park in 2001, planning and funding concerns delayed groundbreaking until May, 2006. The park opened to the public in August, 2007.

After the ceremonies, Mike listens to residents of adjoining neighborhoods discuss their ideas for the park.
Mike addresses officials and residents at the park groundbreaking.	Area residents take a look at the plans for the new park.

Beaudreau Helps Celebrate Dacula Library Grand Opening

Residents of the Dacula area came out in force to celebrate the opening of the county's latest branch library on April 15th, 2006. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, Mike visited with area residents inside the new facility.

Commissioner Beaudreau, center, and other officials cut the ribbon at the Dacula library grand opening
Commissioner Beaudreau addresses the crowd at the library grand opening.	Mike talks to community members inside the new branch library.	Mike chats with District 3 library board member Lloyd Breck prior to cutting the ribbon.

Mike Visits with Cub Scout Pack

Mike took some time recently to visit with Cub Scout Pack 571 in Liburn to talk with them about the importance of being a good citizen.

Mike Visits with Scouts

The scouts are earning the Webelos merit badge, and learning about the requirements of citizenship is an important part of the requirements.

Commissioner Beaudreau Fires the Starting Gun at the
2006 Run The Reagan Road Race

After a several year hiatus, the popular Run The Reagan foot races were held again on February 18th, 2006. Mike helped area runners and community leaders arrange to close Ronald Reagan Parkway for the day so the event could be held.

Mike was the starter for the half-marathon, 10K and 5K races on a cold February morning, but was unable to participate in the races themselves, due to a cold. "I'm glad that I was able to help bring the Reagan race back to Gwinnett County", Beaudreau said. "Events like his help build the county's community spirit, and the proceeds go to a good cause. I look forward to running in the race next year."

Commissioner Beaudreau chats with Parks Mann, one of the organizers of the Run The Reagan..	After shooting the starting pistol, Mike watches runners crossing the starting line.
About 1500 runners participated in the 2006 Run The Reagan

View other pictures of groundbreakings and events in 2005, Mike meeting with constituents in 2004 and appearances at Mike Beaudreau Campaign Events.

If you've got some ideas on how the county can be more responsive to its citizens, and be a better place to live, Mike would like to hear from you. He would be happy to meet with church groups, community groups, or homeowner associations and listen to their opinions and ideas. To arrange a meeting, please fill out our contact form, and we'll be in touch with you right away.

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