As the Gateway85 Community Improvement District (CID) prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, the CID is entering a new chapter of leadership and momentum.

Today, the CID board of directors named Robert Michener as the interim executive director. With 17 years of dedicated service to the CID, Michener brings significant knowledge, extensive project expertise and a deep commitment to the local community. Michener previously served as director of operations for the CID, and he has played a vital role in managing transportation improvements, public safety initiatives, beautification efforts and more.

Michener succeeds Emory Morsberger, a founding contributor and longtime executive director, who recently stepped down. Morsberger served as the CID’s first secretary and was instrumental in its early formation and transformation into one of Georgia’s largest and most active CIDs.

“Emory Morsberger helped move our organization forward to create one of the largest CIDs in the state,” said Shiv Aggarwal, chairman of the Gateway85 CID board of directors. “We wish him the best as he embarks on new ventures, and we welcome the fresh ideas and steady leadership that Robert Michener will in the interim bring to the table as the CID shapes its bright future.”

Under new leadership, Gateway85 will continue its mission to support economic development, improve mobility, accessibility, security and enhance quality of life across the district.

“As a longtime Gwinnett resident, I have seen firsthand how much this community has grown and evolved in the last two decades,” said Michener. “It’s an honor to step into this role and serve the CID during a time of transition and opportunity. The district has great momentum, and I’m excited to continue contributing to Gateway85’s next era of growth.”