Cobb County public meetings in 2022

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases including 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road (Z-55-2022) and 805 South Cobb Drive (Z-84-2022)
• Land Use Permits for 4175 Keheley Road (LUP-21-2022) and 3450 Stilesboro Road (LUP-25-2022)
• Special Land Use Permits for 3561 Frey Lake Road (SLUP-16-2022) and 1471 Gresham Road (SLUP-17-2022)
• Other Business cases including 2011 Bullard Road (OB-48-2022) and 4835 Floyd Road (OB-70-2022)

The Board denied a rezoning request for an assembly hall on Dallas Highway. Several other rezoning and land use permits were approved via the Consent Agenda, while multiple cases were continued to February 2023.

• Denied rezoning for assembly hall at 4796 Dallas Highway (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for single-family residences at 1534 W. Sandtown Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for warehouse at Factory Shoals Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office and retail at 1977 North Park Place (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for equestrian facility at 300 and 320 Cooper Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for daycare at 910 Milford Church Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office/warehouse at 785 and 7520 Factory Shoals Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for office/parking/storage at 805 South Cobb Drive (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear requests for variances at various properties. The body will review three continued cases and 12 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-120: 3307 Winthrop Circle
• V-135: 2973 Cobb Parkway
• V-139: 500 Atlanta Country Club Drive

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a contract with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services and the extension of excise taxes on lodging and distilled spirits through 2053. The meeting also includes various infrastructure contracts and the planning of a 2024 Mobility SPLOST referendum.

• Agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services
• Extension of excise taxes on lodging and distilled spirits until December 31, 2053
• Allocation of $1,000,000.00 in Designated District Capital Contingency funding for capital projects
• Annexation objections for land at Bells Ferry Road/Laura Lake Drive and Ernest Barrett Parkway/Macedonia Road
• Appeal hearing for liquor licenses for Prohibition Liquor at 1025 Veterans Memorial Hwy, SE

The Board approved a contract with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services. Other key actions included approving several drainage and road repair contracts and extending excise taxes on hotel rooms and distilled spirits through 2053.

• Approved agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for procurement disparity study (3-2)
• Approved $1.57M purchase order from Daikin Applied for aquatic center dehumidification units (5-0)
• Approved $192,810 supplemental agreement with Gresham Smith for Lower Roswell Road design (3-2)
• Approved $254,500 contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Somerset Trace drainage repairs (5-0)
• Extended excise taxes on hotel rooms and distilled spirits by the drink until December 31, 2053 (5-0)
• Approved $4.6M allocation of capital contingency funding within the General Fund for FY2023 (5-0)
• Affirmed recommendation to approve liquor, beer, wine and Sunday sales licenses for Prohibition Liquor, LLC (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on stormwater management services. This includes a preliminary analysis of a fee based on impervious surfaces.

• Presentation on stormwater management services
• Preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring a presentation on stormwater management services. Water System Agency Director Judy Jones provided a preliminary analysis of a potential stormwater fee based on impervious surface. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on a series of zoning changes, land use permits, and special land use permits. The agenda includes both new business and continued cases across four districts.

• Zoning requests for 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road (Z-55-2022) and 1534 W. Sandtown Road (Z-56-2022)
• Land use permits for 4175 Keheley Road (LUP-21-2022) and 1487 Milford Church Road (LUP-23-2022)
• New zoning business for 2833 Canton Road and 740 Piedmont Road (Z-77-2022)
• Special land use permits for 3561 Frey Lake Road (SLUP-16-2022) and 2800 Canton Road (SLUP-18-2022)
• Zoning requests for 805 South Cobb Drive (Z-84-2022) and 1471 Gresham Road (Z-86-2022)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning requests and temporary land use permits, including an equestrian facility and a daycare. The commission recommended denial for a self-storage facility and an assembly hall. A resolution was also adopted establishing the 2023 zoning hearing schedule.

• Recommended approval of Z-56 for single-family residences (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-74 for office and retail (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-79 for an equestrian facility with additional stipulations (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-82 for a daycare (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-83 for an office and warehouse (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-84 for office, parking, and equipment storage (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-25 for an early childhood learning center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-27 for cat breeding (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners and other county officials are meeting for a Legislative Breakfast. The session consists of opening remarks, a delegation overview, and comments from elected officials and guests.

• Comments from Sheriff Craig Owens
• Comments from Judge Kelli Wolk
• Comments from Judge Brendan Murphy
• Comments from Cobb & Douglas Public Health

The Board of Commissioners attended a Legislative Breakfast to discuss policy focus areas with elected officials. No official action was taken during the meeting.

• No official action was taken

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider allocating over $20 million in ARPA funds for public safety staffing and approve the 2023 Legislative Agenda. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and annexation objections.

• Appropriation of $20,642,172.11 from ARPA funds for public safety and Sheriff's Office recruitment
• Public hearing authorization for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs and Pearl of East Cobb Detention Pond repairs
• Annexation notices of intent to object for land at Ernest Barrett Parkway/Macedonia Road and Bells Ferry Road/Laura Lake Drive
• Authorization to develop a project list for a November 2024 Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum
• Contract with Advanced Sports Construction, LLC for drainage repairs on Weatherstone Lane

The Board of Commissioners approved a significant appropriation of ARPA funds to support sworn employees in Public Safety and the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the Board adopted its 2023 Legislative Agenda and authorized several transportation and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved $20,642,172.11 in ARPA funds for public safety recruitment and retention (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Legislative Agenda including speed calming and eviction process revisions (5-0)
• Authorized $206,801.70 for Sheriff's Office mobile radios from Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $420,622.00 sole source agreement with Cartegraph Systems, LLC for software (5-0)
• Approved $748,125.00 contract with Traffic Calming USA, LLC for road resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved $229,973.00 contract with Advanced Sports Construction for Weatherstone Lane drainage (5-0)
• Approved annexation Notice of Intent to Object for land at Ernest Barrett Pkwy and Macedonia Rd
• Approved annexation Notice of Intent to Object for land at Bells Ferry Rd and Laura Lake Dr

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review various zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning cases including 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road and 1534 W. Sandtown Road
• Land Use Permits for 4175 Keheley Road and 1487 Milford Church Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 1140-1150 Terrell Mill Road and 4648 Canton Rd
• Zoning cases for 220-280 Veterans Memorial Highway and 2247 Bells Ferry
• Other Business cases including 2011 Bullard Road and 795 Veterans Memorial Highway

The Board of Commissioners approved rezoning for a convenience store and car wash, as well as two townhome communities. Several other zoning requests were withdrawn or continued, and one request to reduce minimum lot size for livestock was denied.

• Approved Z-41 rezoning for convenience store and car wash (4-0)
• Approved Z-68 rezoning to RM-8 for townhome community (4-0)
• Approved Z-49 rezoning to RA-5 for 48 townhomes (3-1)
• Approved Z-73 rezoning to LI for light industrial (4-0)
• Approved LUP-20 temporary permit for produce sales (4-0)
• Approved LUP-22 temporary permit for accessory structure occupancy (4-0)
• Denied O.B. 59 request to reduce lot size for livestock (4-0)
• Approved O.B. 60 request to reduce minimum lot size (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for various properties. The agenda includes two continued cases and 12 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-121: 1717 East West Connector
• V-122: 4217 Paces Ferry Road
• V-127: 2535 Dallas Highway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven variance requests regarding setbacks, parking, and building height. Three other cases were held or continued to a later date. The board also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved V-112 impervious buffer reduction at 3995 Woodland Brook Drive (5-0)
• Approved V-113 front setback reduction at 522 Wallis Farm Lane (5-0)
• Approved V-114 parking, impervious coverage, and setback variances at 5584 Mableton Parkway (5-0)
• Approved V-115 parking reduction for FedEx at 1675 Airport Road (5-0)
• Approved V-116 rear setback and accessory structure variances at 32 Brookcrest Drive (5-0)
• Approved V-119 accessory structures at 2789 Horseshoe Knoll Lane (5-0)
• Approved V-121 habitable accessory building breezeway at 2021 East Piedmont Road (5-0)
• Approved V-118 building height and impervious coverage at 1812 Hunter's Glen (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners approved the third tranche of American Rescue Plan Act federal funding for emergency rental assistance. The board also authorized several transportation contracts, water system replacements, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Approved $6,932,814.33 in federal ERA2 rental assistance funding (4-1)
• Approved $3,660,553.00 contract for Bells Ferry Road Water Main Replacement Phase 2
• Approved $2,192,457.72 contract for traffic signal installations at Stilesboro Road/Shillings Road and Mars Hill Road/Fords Road
• Approved $499,212.16 for emergency drainage repairs on Gordy Parkway
• Approved $390,600.00 for structural firefighting turnout gear
• Approved $163,593.00 for a walk-in cooler/freezer at Cobb Senior Services Wellness Center
• Authorized settlement of Margaret Mary Hayes v. Cobb County Sheriff's Office
• Approved annexation of 14.83 acres into the City of Acworth and 0.758 acres into the City of Austell

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a light industrial rezoning and a temporary produce sales permit. Several other rezoning and land use requests were withdrawn, continued, or held until December.

• Recommended approval of Z-73 rezoning to LI for light industrial (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-20 temporary permit for produce sales for 24 months (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-22 temporary permit for accessory structure occupancy for 12 months (4-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-68 to RM-8 zoning district for townhomes (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Z-75, SLUP-13, and SLUP-15 (4-0 each)
• Continued Z-58 to December 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Held Z-56, Z-65, Z-66, and SLUP-14 until December 6, 2022 (4-0 each)
• Approved minutes from October 4 and October 24, 2022 (4-0 each)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the descriptions of Commissioner districts and revising the county Compensation Policy. The meeting includes votes on various infrastructure contracts, grant appropriations for juvenile justice and victim services, and public safety equipment purchases.

• Resolution to amend Act 562 regarding Commissioner district descriptions
• Contract with HOK for security system upgrades at Adult Detention Center and Judicial Complex
• Purchase of a 2022 EVT Electric Prisoner Transport Van
• Installation of speed humps on Fern Street
• Cumberland Transit Center Site Selection Study contract with RS&H, Inc.

The Board adopted a resolution to change the descriptions of Commissioner districts effective January 1, 2023. Other key actions included approving a $300,000 organizational efficiency review and various public safety and infrastructure contracts.

• Adopted resolution to change Commissioner district descriptions (3-2)
• Approved $300,000 contract with PFM Group Consulting LLC for Organizational Performance Efficiency Review (3-2)
• Authorized $126,000 purchase of EVT Electric Prisoner Transport Van (4-1)
• Approved $165,700 purchase order with Riley Contracting, Inc. for storage building at Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 framework agreement with City of Marietta for 2022 SPLOST Joint City Projects (5-0)
• Approved $1,256,300 contract with Hellmuth, Obata, & Kassabaum, Inc. for detention security system upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $474,587 contract with RS&H, Inc. for Cumberland Transit Center Site Selection Study (5-0)
• Approved revisions to the Compensation Policy (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review information for a proposed November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum.

• Presentation on preparation for a November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review transportation data and projected growth to prepare for a November 2024 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax ballot referendum. No official action was taken during the meeting.

• No official action was taken

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for various properties across four districts. The board will address three continued cases and 15 new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-98-2022: 1691 and 1701 Greers Chapel Road
• V-100-2022: 3734 Tynemoore Trace
• V-103: 1870 Acworth Due West Road
• V-113: 2170, 2190, 2234 Addison Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update and engineering services for parks. The body is also considering a resolution to change the descriptions of Commissioner districts.

• Public hearing for the 2040 Cobb County Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update
• Public hearing for engineering design services for 2022 PARKS SPLOST projects exceeding $100,000
• Purchase of two 2024 Blue Bird prison transport buses for the Sheriff's Office exceeding $100,000
• Resolution to change descriptions of Commissioner districts
• Contract for renovation of 3rd and 4th floors and elevator addition at the Public Safety Building

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on stormwater management services. This includes a preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface.

• Presentation on stormwater management services
• Preliminary analysis of a stormwater fee based on impervious surface

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new business cases regarding zoning and land use permits. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for Wade Green Road, Brown Road, and Shallowford Road
• Zoning cases for Factory Shoals Road and Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Zoning cases for Post Oak Tritt Road, W. Sandtown Road, and Hicks Road
• Land Use Permits (LUP) for 25 Harris Drive, 4015 Wesley Chapel Road, and 7680 The Bluffs
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 4648 Canton Rd and 749 Windy Hill Road

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive presentations and updates regarding housing in Cobb County.

• Presentation on housing information and updates in Cobb County

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding transit center site selection studies and proposed amendments to multiple county code chapters. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, grant applications for courts and libraries, and budget close-outs for FY2022.

• Public hearing for spending $100,000 or more on transit center site selection studies for Cumberland, Marietta, and South Cobb
• Proposed amendments to 10 code chapters including Zoning, Building Regulations, and Fire Prevention
• Approval of a Certificate of Compliance for a residence remodel at 4217 Paces Ferry Road
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Mableton Parkway Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2
• Fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone Holders

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review and decide on various zoning cases, land use permits, and special land use permits. The agenda includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road (Z-7-2022)
• Zoning cases for 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway and Old Horseshoe Bend Road (Z-49-2022)
• Land Use Permits for 3487 Campus Loop Road (LUP-14-2022), 1495 Cunningham Road (LUP-15-2022), and 76 Windy Hill Road (LUP-16-2022)
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd (SLUP-5-2022), Mableton Parkway (SLUP-11-2022), and Piedmont Road (SLUP-12-2022)
• Other Business cases including 925 Sunny Meadows Lane (OB-22-2022) and 1091 Lake Drive (OB-49-2022)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review new and continued variance petitions for various properties across four districts. The board will determine if the requested deviations from zoning regulations are granted.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-80-2022: 2211 Roswell Road
• V-84-2022: 3482 Cheatham Road
• V-89-2022: 1234 Powers Ferry Common
• V-102-2022: 101 Dickerson Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is conducting public hearings on wrecker zone fee changes, CobbLinc services, and amendments to 11 different county code chapters. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for transportation and park improvements.

• Public hearing on proposed fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone holders
• Proposed amendments to 11 code chapters including Zoning, Fire Prevention, and Building Regulations
• Appropriation of $2,100,000 in ARPA funds for transport rescue vehicles
• Contract for Windy Hill Road Transit ADA Sidewalk Improvements with Glosson Enterprises, LLC
• Public hearing for consultant services for FY23 Sewer Extension Designs exceeding $100,000

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new business cases regarding zoning and land use. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road and 259 Veterans Memorial Highway
• Zoning cases for 6410 Factory Shoals Road and 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Zoning cases for 756 Kurtz Road and 4701 Post Oak Tritt Road
• Land Use Permits for 3487 Campus Loop Road, 1495 Cunningham Road, and 76 Windy Hill Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd, Mableton Parkway, and Piedmont Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider contracts for a county government strategic plan and an organizational performance review. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure projects, including sidewalk installations and transit center site selection studies.

• Contract with Accenture LLP to prepare a strategic plan for Cobb County Government
• Public hearing authorization for spending $100,000+ on transit center site selection studies for Cumberland, Marietta, and South Cobb
• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers and accessories exceeding $100,000 for the Sheriff’s Office
• Contracts for sidewalks on Shaw Road, Davis Road, and engineering for Hillcrest Drive Sidewalk
• Proposed public hearing notice regarding fee schedule changes for Cobb County Wrecker Zone holders

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a stakeholder discussion regarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base and the surrounding communities.

• Discussion on Dobbins Air Reserve Base and surrounding communities

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on various zoning changes and special land use permits. The agenda includes both new business cases and continued or held cases across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 2431 Sandtown Road, 6410 Factory Shoals Road, and 2338 Benson Poole Road
• Zoning cases for 6152 Ernest Barrett Parkway and 2260 West Sandtown Road
• Land use permits for 1096 Allgood Road and 230 Rocky Top Court
• Special land use permit for Stallion Parkway
• Zoning cases for 108 Townpark Drive and 1080, 1090 Old Bankhead Highway

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider the adoption of the FY2023 Budget and various millage rates. The meeting includes public hearings regarding property tax increases and transportation planning for Cobb Parkway. Additional items involve several contracts for road repairs, water services, and police equipment.

• Public hearing for Cobb Parkway at McCollum Parkway/Kennesaw Due West Road/Old 41 Highway Realignment engineering services ($100,000.00+)
• Third public hearing on the 2022 proposed property tax increase
• Adoption of the FY2023 Budget and 2022 millage rates
• Purchase of Panasonic Toughbooks for CCPD and CCFD (>$100,000.00 each)
• Approval of annexation petitions for Ivey Road, Maxham Road, and Buckland Oaks Subdivision

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission will review various zoning cases, land use permits, and other business items. The agenda includes several cases continued or held by the Planning Commission.

• Zoning cases for Wade Green Road, Hicks Road, Veterans Memorial Highway, County Road, Brown Road, Oak Ridge Road, Daniel Street, Cooper Lake Road, Austell Road, Cobb Parkway NW, Discovery Boulevard, Waldrep Circle, Lions Club Drive, Glore Drive, Old Concord Road, Shallowford Road, Trickum Road, South Cobb Drive, Sandy Plains Road, Kinridge Court, Lee Road, Birchwood Road, Mableton Parkway, Sunny Meadows Lane, Kenmare Circle, Mars Hill Road, Stallion Parkway, Post Oak Tritt Road, Canton Road, and Floyd Road
• Special Land Use Permits for Canton Rd, Daniel Street, Cooper Lake Road, Lee Road, Birchwood Road, Austell Powder Springs Road, and Mableton Parkway
• Planning Commission minutes from 12-07-2021 and 07-05-2022

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting the second of three required public hearings regarding proposed property tax millage rates for 2022. The body is discussing rates for the General Fund, Fire Fund, Bond Fund, and two Special Services Districts.

• Proposed General Fund millage rate: 8.460
• Proposed Fire Fund millage rate: 2.990
• Proposed Bond Fund millage rate: 0.000
• Proposed Cumberland Special Services District II Fund rate: 2.450
• Proposed Six Flags Special Services District Fund rate: 3.500

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for variances. The agenda includes four continued cases and seven new business cases.

• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-49-2022: 1535 Davis Farm Drive
• V-52-2022: 1298 Parkwood Chase
• V-54-2022: 3191 Hicks Road
• V-61-2022 through V-67-2022: New business variance cases

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting public hearings on the proposed FY 2023 budget and a 2022 property tax increase. The body is also considering a settlement regarding opioid litigation with Rite Aid and various transportation and drainage contracts.

• Public hearing on the FY 2023 Proposed Budget
• Public hearing on the 2022 proposed property tax increase
• Authorization to settle opioid litigation matters with Rite Aid
• Authorization for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation projects exceeding $100,000
• Deannexation of 2.8 acres at 1611 Dickson Drive from the City of Marietta

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued or held cases alongside new business. These items include rezoning requests, land use permits, and special land use permits across multiple districts.

• Z-78-2021: 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-7-2022: 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Z-21-2022: 5120 Austell Road
• Z-24-2022: 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Z-26-2022: Discovery Boulevard

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing on the initial draft of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, annexation notices, and the acceptance of federal American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• Second public hearing for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update
• Authorization to spend $100,000 or more for transportation planning at Cobb Parkway and McCollum Parkway/Kennesaw Due West Road/Old 41 Highway
• Authorization to purchase hardware and services over $100,000 from Prosys Information Systems for VoIP replacement
• Condemnation proceedings for six parcels on Lower Roswell Road
• Annexation notices for 3520 Hickory Grove Road, Vinings Brooke Subdivision, and Heritage Mill Subdivision

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission will review several zoning, land use, and special land use cases. The agenda includes continued cases from the Planning Commission and new business items.

• Zoning case Z-7-2022 at 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Zoning case Z-21-2022 at 5120 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-24-2022 at 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Land use case LUP-8-2022 at 264 Lee Road
• Special land use case SLUP-5-2022 at 4648 Canton Rd

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance petitions for specific properties. The agenda includes three continued cases and 11 new business cases across four districts.

• V-42-2022: 2782 Tarpley Place
• V-44-2022: 3713 Thunder Way
• V-49-2022: 1535 Davis Farm Drive
• V-58-2022: 1647 N. Cobb Parkway
• V-60-2022: 3220 Robinson Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an Organizational Performance Review costing $100,000.00 or more. The meeting includes numerous approvals for grant acceptances, infrastructure work orders, and public safety service agreements.

• Public hearing for an Organizational Performance Review of $100,000.00 or more
• Agreement with Clearview AI, Inc. for facial recognition services
• Purchase of approximately 30 vehicles for the Cobb County Sheriff's Office
• Approval of a work order for 1922 Hamby Place Drive via Ray Campbell Contracting Co, Inc.
• Authorization of various Criminal Justice Coordinating Council grant awards

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new cases regarding zoning and land use permits. The body will review requests for specific properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 6721 Mableton Parkway, 1888 Powder Springs Road, and 4707 Cobb Parkway NW
• Land Use Permit LUP-8-2022 for 264 Lee Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd and 2275 Barrett Lakes Boulevard
• New zoning business for 3731 Macland Road and 1975 Villa Rica Road
• Zoning cases for 3170 Trickum Road and 2469 Canton Road

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss a 2024 Referendum for transportation improvements. No other items were listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of 2024 Referendum for Cobb County Transportation improvements

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider various items including land acquisitions, construction contracts, and public hearings. Actions include approving transit maintenance, senior service proposals, and several transportation projects.

• Public hearing for a residence, garage, pool, and cabana at 3995 Woodland Brook Dr.
• Purchase of two 2022 Starcraft Allstar 22’ Ford E-450 buses for Senior Services
• Acquisition of approximately .92 acres near Cumberland Mall for Fire Station 29
• Contract with Excellere Construction, LLC for Bells Ferry Road Sidewalk
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for Jim Owens Road (Lewis Elementary School)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases, special land use permits, and land use permits. The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases.

• Z-83-2021: 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Z-7-2022: 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• SLUP-5-2022: 4648 Canton Rd
• Z-25-2022: 37 Johnson Ferry Road, 255 Village Parkway
• LUP-9-2022: 5630 Macland Road

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several new business cases regarding property variances across various districts. The agenda includes held and continued cases alongside new petitions.

• Held case: 1090 Fairfield Drive (District 2)
• New case: 268 Stoneybrook Drive (District 3)
• New case: 3342 Bryerstone Circle (District 2)
• New case: 2705 Bridgegate Cove (District 2)
• New case: 2782 Tarpley Place (District 1)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the Classification and Compensation Study. The recommendations were provided by Evergreen Solutions, LLC.

• Classification and Compensation Study presentation by Evergreen Solutions, LLC

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review various items including property acquisitions, transit service renewals, and park development contracts. The meeting includes several proclamations for community awareness months and recognition of local organizations.

• Acquisition of approximately 3.5 acres on Sewell Mill Road
• $151,701.00 BOOST grant from Georgia Recreation & Park Association
• Contract for Osborne Area Recreation/Community Center development
• Renewal of transit operations agreement with First Transit, Inc.
• Agreement with Mable Oak Development, LLC for Veterans Memorial Highway improvements

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new zoning, land use, and special land use permit cases. The body will also consider the adoption of new zoning hearing procedures.

• Zoning cases for 1818, 1830 Austell Road, 6721 Mableton Parkway, and 1888 Powder Springs Road
• Zoning cases for 5500 Moon Road, 4707 Cobb Parkway NW, and 37 Johnson Ferry Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 4648 Canton Rd and 3030 Jim Owens Road
• Land Use Permits for 264 Lee Road and 5630 Macland Road
• Proposal to adopt new zoning hearing procedures

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various infrastructure projects, including water and road improvements. The agenda includes several proclamations, public service authorizations, and funding allocations.

• Sewer replacement at 5910 Due West Road
• Water main installation on Florence Road
• State Route 92 widening and reconstruction near US 41
• Technology purchase exceeding $100,000.00 for Oracle software
• Roof replacement at Cobb County Adult Detention Center, Building B

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will review various zoning and land use cases. The agenda includes continued cases from the Planning Commission and new business regarding several properties across multiple districts.

• Zoning case Z-48-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-83-2021 at 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Zoning case Z-7-2022 at 4556, 4570, 4600 Wade Green Road
• Special Land Use Permit SLUP-3-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-78-2021 at 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for variances. The agenda includes three continued cases and nine new business cases across four districts.

• Z-7-2022: 2505 Dallas Highway
• V-23-2022: 1090 Fairfield Drive
• V-25-2022: 390 Dogwood Trail
• V-30-2022: 1305 Powers Ferry Road
• V-31-2022: 5590 Mableton Parkway

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several local road resurfacing contracts and drainage system repairs. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on budget amendments for capital projects and federal rental assistance.

• Public hearing for $100,000.00 or more in engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements
• Resurfacing contracts with C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc. and Bartow Paving Company, Inc.
• Drainage system repair contracts for Marsden Trace, Tranquil Drive, Parkwood Chase, Shelley Court, Windchime Court, Princeton Lakes Drive, and Briarleigh Chase
• Allocation of $25,300,227.50 for capital projects via FY2022 General Fund budget adjustments
• Acceptance of federal funding for Emergency Rental Assistance 2 - High-Need

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued and new zoning cases across various districts. The agenda also includes a consideration to adopt new zoning hearing procedures.

• Zoning case Z-48-2021 at 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Zoning case Z-78-2021 at 2001 Daniel Street and 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Zoning case Z-83-2021 at 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Adoption of new zoning hearing procedures

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is considering the acceptance and appropriation of $40,000,000.00 in reallocated Emergency Rental Assistance 1 (ERA1) funds. These funds are intended to assist residents with rent, rental arrears, utilities, and home energy costs. The Board may also delegate authority to the County Manager to distribute these funds to various service providers.

• Acceptance of $40,000,000.00 in reallocated ERA1 funding
• Resolution for a U.S. Department of Transportation grant application for the Cumberland Core Loop (Cumberland Sweep) planning project

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a presentation regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The presentation covers a draft Investment Strategy prepared by Deloitte Consultants LLP.

• Presentation of draft Investment Strategy for ARPA funds by Deloitte Consultants LLP

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is holding a public hearing regarding security system upgrades for the Adult Detention Center and Judicial Complex. Additional items include various water system service agreements, transportation infrastructure projects, and public safety funding.

• Public hearing for detention security system design and construction exceeding $100,000.00
• Approval of water meter reading service updates with Bermex, Inc.
• Construction contract for R. L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility drive replacement
• Amending airport fuel flow fee policies at Cobb County International Airport
• Authorization of $171,627.74 reconciliation payment for 911 emergency communications

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commission is meeting to review zoning cases and special land use permits (SLUP). The session includes cases continued from the Planning Commission and new business cases.

• Zoning cases for 1818, 1830 Austell Road and 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Zoning cases for 3602 Ernest Barrett Parkway and 2250 Dallas Highway
• Special Land Use Permits (SLUP) for 1818, 1830 Austell Road and 3602 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• BOC-only zoning cases for 3180 Ellis Road and 2001 Daniel Street
• Other Business cases for 2509 Post Oak Tritt Road and 1371 Lochstone Drive

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review one continued case and nine new variance requests. The board will determine if these properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• Continued case Z-7-2022: 2505 Dallas Highway
• Variance V-22-2022: 3013 Old Villa Rica Road
• Variance V-23-2022: 1090 Fairfield Drive
• Variance V-24-2022: 425 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Variance V-27-2022: Bells Ferry Road (No Assigned Address)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a townhall meeting featuring an introduction and welcome from the Chairwoman. The session includes a discussion on financial impact, a frequently asked questions segment, and a Q&A session.

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Board will approve the previous year's minutes and elect its 2022 officers. The meeting includes a departmental update on privatized facilities and environmental programs.

• Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes
• Election of 2022 Board of Directors officers
• Update on privatized facilities and environmental programs

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board is considering various budget amendments, land acquisitions, and infrastructure contracts. Items include drainage repairs, road improvements, and law enforcement equipment purchases.

• Purchase of mobile radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc.
• Data file purchase exceeding $100,000.00 from Pictometry International Corp.
• Acquisition of ~8.39 acres on the East-West Connector from Ackerman East West, LLC
• Creation of five full-time positions for drainage infrastructure maintenance
• Agreement with Cobb County Board of Education for Lower Roswell Road improvements

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will receive a summary of departmental and agency presentations for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle. The session also includes a discussion regarding Board policy for the Transportation referendum.

• FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget cycle presentations
• Transportation referendum policy discussion

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several continued cases and new business items. These include various rezoning requests and Special Land Use Permits across multiple districts.

• Z-48-2021: 1818, 1830 Austell Road
• Z-78-2021: 2001 Daniel Street, 2235 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-83-2021: 6721 Mableton Parkway
• Z-1-2022: 636 Midway Road
• Z-5-2022: 913 Old Noonday School House Road

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a series of facilitated discussions and staff updates. The agenda includes sessions on board dynamics, communication, and county manager updates.

• Discussion regarding Board Dynamics with Clara Axam, David Hooker, and Mike Carnathan
• Discussion regarding Communication with KSU's Burruss Institute
• County Manager / Staff Updates

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will review agency and departmental presentations regarding the upcoming two-year budget cycle. This session focuses on presenting information for the FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget.

• FY2023-2024 Biennial Budget departmental and agency presentations

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Head Drive. The meeting includes votes on transportation contracts, court grant applications, and the division of the Austell 1A precinct.

• Public hearing for the proposed closure and abandonment of a portion of Head Drive
• Division of Austell 1A precinct to form Austell 1B precinct at Love Bridge Church
• Authorization of public hearings for expenditures over $100,000 for detention security systems and SPLOST transportation engineering
• Annexation notices regarding a 37.674 acre tract and two tracts totaling 1.3 acres on Maxham Road
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for a traffic signal at Riverside Parkway and Premier Lane