The Future of Law Enforcement in Peachtree Corners

A Community-Wide Evaluation of Police Services

The City of Peachtree Corners is conducting a comprehensive review of how law enforcement services are provided within its boundaries. As outlined in the City Charter, it is the responsibility of the City Council to ensure that police services are delivered consistently and effectively across the entire community in a manner that is both efficient and sustainable.

Since its incorporation in 2012, the City has met this responsibility by contracting with the Gwinnett County Police Department (GCPD) under a formal Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA). Through this arrangement, Peachtree Corners is included in the County’s West Precinct Police Services District, and GCPD serves as the city’s primary law enforcement provider.

However, the effectiveness and sufficiency of this police service delivery model have never been formally reviewed—until now.

What the City Contributes to Police Services

Peachtree Corners property owners fund police services through:

• A special 2.9-millage rate police property tax, generating approximately $9.4 million annually
• An estimated $1.2 – $1.8 million per year in court revenue from citations issued within city limits

In total, between $10.6 and $11.2 million each year flows from Peachtree Corners to Gwinnett County in support of police services. Despite this, the City has no direct control over staffing, deployment, or priority enforcement.

Why the City Is Re-Evaluating This Model

The City’s decision to reassess how police services are provided stems from a mix of operational concerns, resident feedback, and emerging data:

• The current arrangement has never been formally reviewed.
• Approximately 75% of reported violent crime in West Precinct occurs outside of Peachtree Corners.
• Resident concerns regarding insufficient patrol coverage, delayed response times, and the absence of a consistent police presence within the city.
• GCPD will not enforce city ordinances.
• The City Marshal’s Office, originally established to supplement GCPD and backfill areas where coverage was insufficient or inconsistent, is not functioning as planned due to institutional barriers imposed by Gwinnett County:
  • Marshals are required to submit a formal Open Records Request to obtain police reports—even for incidents within Peachtree Corners
  • Marshals have not been granted access to GCPD’s Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, limiting situational awareness and timely coordination
  • Marshals have not been given permission to view the County’s video surveillance network, restricting investigative capabilities and real-time monitoring

And while most residents perceive Peachtree Corners as a low-crime community, the data tells a more complex story:

According to multi-year crime statistics, the city’s total crime rate has remained consistently above both state and national averages. Contrary to expectations, crime has not shown a sustained downward trend, underscoring the importance of re-evaluating how resources are deployed and services delivered. (FBI NIBRS 11/23 – 10/24 dataset taken April 2025 and GCPD Monthly crime reports submitted to Peachtree Corners)

According to updated multi-year crime statistics, the city’s total crime rate remains higher than Gwinnett County and the State of Georgia averages but now falls slightly below the national average. While this reflects measurable progress relative to national benchmarks, the data continues to underscore the importance of evaluating how public safety resources are deployed and services are delivered. (FBI NIBRS 11/23 – 10/25 dataset taken February 2026 and GCPD Monthly crime reports submitted to Peachtree Corners)

What Options Are Being Considered?

The City is weighing three primary options:

1. Continue Contracting with GCPD
2. Establish a Peachtree Corners Police Department
3. Hire another agency as City Police

To guide this exploration, the City commissioned an independent Police Analysis & Staffing Study from the Center for Public Safety Management (CPSM). The study outlines possible organizational structures, staffing needs, startup and operating costs, and comparisons to peer communities. The full report is available on this page.

Get informed. Share Your Voice.

This is a thoughtful, data-informed process to evaluate how police services are delivered in our community. No decision has been made. The City Council is actively gathering feedback to ensure community perspectives are part of any future decision.

Learn More

Before offering your input, we encourage you to review the following materials that provide background on the City’s evaluation process:

• CPSM Police Analysis & Staffing Study (PDF)
• Community Meeting # 1 Presentation - May 8, 2025 (PDF)
• Community Meeting # 2 Presentation - September 18, 2025 (PDF)
• Maps and Crime Statistics Data (PDF)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Gwinnett County for Police Service (PDF)

How to Participate

Residents are encouraged to get involved in the following ways:

• Contact your City Councilmember
• Schedule a meeting with City staff
• Speaking directly with City officials at community events or by appointment

Your Voice Matters

Thank you for helping shape the future of public safety in Peachtree Corners.