Re-elect

Kirkland Carden for the Gwinnett Board of Commissioners

Gwinnett County Commissioner Kirkland Carden was first elected to the District 1 seat of the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners in 2020. Since age 22, he has been active in local government and by age 29, Carden was elected to the Duluth City Council, becoming the first millennial and the first African-American council member in the city.

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Kirkland with his partner Adrienne and son Bleu

Building a Better Tomorrow

“Last May I became a dad, and as a new father my commitment to our community has taken on a new perspective. I care deeply about my son’s future and the future of all our families. My love for Gwinnett motivates me to tackle the tough challenges facing our community. I greatly appreciate the honor to serve as your representative on the Board of Commissioners and look forward to building on the progress we’ve made over the past few years. Together, we can build a better tomorrow for all who call Gwinnett home.”

Kirkland’s Vision for Gwinnett

  • Public Safety

    As Commissioner, Carden has led the fight to hire more police officers, while at the same time advocating for transparency and accountability in local law enforcement.

  • Property Tax Relief

    The cost of living continues to rise, putting pressure on family finances. Commissioner Carden supports providing economic relief for residents and small business owners.

  • Transportation

    Commissioner Carden is committed to developing long-term and achievable transportation plans to improve mobility and reduce congestion.

  • Supporting Our Workforce

    During Commissioner Carden’s time in office, he expanded paid parental leave and raised wages for county employees to help them provide for themselves and their families.

  • Expand Affordable Housing

    We need a Housing Master Plan that will incorporate more affordable housing options into new developments, encourage senior housing options, and more.

  • Redevelopment of Gwinnett Place

    Commissioner Carden remains committed to ensuring that our investment in Gwinnett Place Mall bears fruit. As Commissioner, Carden supported the $23 million purchase of 39 acres of the Gwinnett Place Mall.

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Endorsements from Trusted Leaders

  • “I am proud to be a supporter of Kirkland Carden for District 1 Gwinnett County Commission. Kirkland is in touch with the constituents and understands the positive effects that can be fostered when a county and its cities work together.”

    — Nancy Harris, Mayor, City of Duluth

  • “As a resident of District 1, I know that Kirkland brings a level of experience, integrity, and vision that we need in Gwinnett's leadership as we grow and move forward. I’m proud to have called Kirkland my friend for years and look forward to him winning the election.”

    — Zahra Karinshak, State Senator, District 48

  • “Kirkland has the wisdom, passion for public service, and leadership necessary to take on some of our toughest challenges. I’ve seen him work with leaders in Gwinnett to get things done to help our residents, and I've seen him stand up for our shared Democratic values.”

    — Pedro Marin, Georgia State Representative, District 96

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Kirkland with two supporters holding a Kirkland yard sign