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Acworth public meetings in 2025

54 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 19, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Police presents FLOCK license plate reader system; alcohol ordinance updates

The Board of Aldermen holds a public hearing and work session to discuss a proposal from the Police Department for the FLOCK Operating System and to receive updates from the Alcohol Ordinance Committee. No votes are scheduled; items are for presentation and discussion only.

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Fri Dec 19, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to approve contract with Flock Safety for real‑time crime center services

The Board will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approvals of past meeting minutes, designations of community festivals, a $162,119 worker’s compensation premium for 2026, and a contract with Flock Safety for a cloud‑based real‑time crime center, license‑plate reader cameras, and drone hardware. The agreement authorizes the Mayor to execute necessary documents and staff to appropriate funds, subject to City Attorney and City Manager approval. No other substantive matters are on the agenda.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Downtown Development Authority

Discussion of 2026 SBDC partnership planned

The Downtown Development Authority will review project updates, financial and marketing reports, and discuss a partnership with the Small Business Development Center for 2026. Old business and various committee reports will also be considered. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

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Fri Dec 5, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Cauble Master Plan Phase 1 project updates on agenda

The Acworth Lake Authority will hold a regular meeting with approval of minutes, financial report, and announcements. Old business includes an update on the Cauble Master Plan Phase 1 project. The meeting is primarily procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approved amended October 6 minutes and adjourned meeting

The Authority approved the October 6, 2025 minutes as amended to include a summary of the lake‑cleanup discussion, with the motion passing unanimously. The board then unanimously adopted a motion to adjourn the meeting.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Work session to discuss zoning text amendments and streetscape project

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss several items, including updates to the PTV Ordinance and Downtown Streetscape Project, as well as the 2028 SPLOST project list and a proposed text amendment to Chapter 73 (Zoning Ordinance). No votes are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board discussed ordinance updates and projects but recorded no formal decisions

The Board reviewed updates to the PTV ordinance, the downtown streetscape project, the 2028 SPLOST project list, meeting calendar changes, and zoning ordinance amendments. No votes or formal approvals were recorded for any of these items. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion of unspecified content.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Acworth Board of Aldermen to vote on zoning and speed zone ordinances

The Board of Aldermen will consider updates to the city's zoning ordinance and speed zone regulations. The meeting includes approvals for several 2026 community events and contract amendments for insurance and design services.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved multiple ordinances, contracts and live‑streaming plan

The Board approved the minutes from the November 3 work session and the November 10 special meeting. It adopted two ordinances—text amendments to the zoning code and changes to speed‑zone limits. Several event agreements and a three‑year contract with Equifax were also approved. Finally, the Board authorized live streaming of all regular meetings and work sessions starting Jan 1 2026.

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Fri Nov 21, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider zoning text amendments, three variance requests

The Acworth Board of Aldermen holds a public hearing and work session to hear three variance requests: relief from street setback at 0 Lake Acworth Drive, site plan approval at 4221 Cantrell Road, and sidewalk requirement at 4554 Spring Street Ext. The board will also consider text amendments to Chapter 73 of the Zoning Ordinance. A City Manager Update is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board placed three zoning variance requests on the Nov 10 agenda

The Board of Aldermen agreed to place Request 2025-17-VAR, Request 2025-18-VAR, and Request 2025-19-VAR on the November 10 consent agenda for approval. They also placed proposed text amendments to Chapter 73 zoning ordinance on the November 10 agenda for discussion. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

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Fri Nov 21, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider zoning text amendments and approve budget adjustments

The Acworth Board of Aldermen holds a special called meeting with a lengthy consent agenda covering budget amendments, contracts, and property matters. The main discussion item is a vote on Ordinance 2025-24, which would amend the city's zoning ordinance (Chapter 73). Consent items include adopting final FY2025 and mid-year FY2026 budget amendments, approving a smart metering project contract up to $245,000, and authorizing eminent domain for two parcels.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved FY2025 budget amendments and multiple contracts

The Board approved final amendments to the FY2025 budget and mid‑year amendments to the FY26 budget. It also approved several contracts, including a three‑year Comcast internet renewal and a $49,946.05 software maintenance agreement. Additional approvals covered a smart‑metering services contract up to $245,000, a local maintenance improvement grant, purchase‑order amendments, and eminent‑domain authority for two parcels. All motions passed unanimously.

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Fri Nov 14, 2025

Tourism Bureau Authority

Tourism Bureau to hear updates on Public Art Master Plan, Downtown Hotel

The Acworth Tourism Bureau Authority is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural and informational items. The board will approve minutes from September 11, 2025, and receive a financial report. Staff will present project updates on the Public Art Master Plan and Downtown Hotel, along with marketing updates. No zoning changes, contracts with dollar amounts, or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved September 11 minutes and adjourned meeting

The board unanimously approved the September 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the October 9, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other actions were voted on.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Lake Authority to discuss Cauble Master Plan Phase 1

The Acworth Lake Authority will meet to approve August meeting minutes, hear a financial report, and receive project updates. The main discussion item is the Cauble Master Plan Phase 1. The meeting also includes announcements of upcoming community events.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved Cauble Master Plan Phase 1 and adjourned meeting

The Acworth Lake Authority voted unanimously to approve the Cauble Master Plan Phase 1. The board then moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to discuss power projects in special called meeting

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to discuss power projects. The agenda includes only call to order, that discussion, and adjournment; no votes or ordinances are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Aldermen adjourned meeting unanimously

The board took only procedural action to end the session. Alderman Carmichael moved to adjourn, Alderman Houston seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Work session with city manager update and executive session

This meeting is a procedural work session with no substantive legislative items. The Board will receive a City Manager update and then hold an executive session to discuss personnel and real estate matters.

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✓ Decided: Board entered Executive Session, exited it, then adjourned unanimously

The Board voted to go into Executive Session for personnel and real‑estate matters, approving the motion 3‑0. After discussion, the Board voted to come out of Executive Session, also 3‑0. Finally, the Board adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board approves $279,095.92 purchase of sanitation truck

The Acworth Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of meeting minutes, a proclamation for Navy Day, a resolution designating the 2025 ATL Cornhole Winter League as a community festival, and a $279,095.92 purchase of a 32‑yard rear‑loaded sanitation truck from Sansom Equipment Company. The agenda also contains approvals for employment agreements for Deputy City Managers and Department Heads, job descriptions for the Director of GIS/Code Compliance/Building Services and the Director of Planning/Zoning/Economic Development, new pay scales effective Oct. 27, 2025, and the transfer of a governmental funds account to the city’s Truist Bank. In the discussion section, the board will consider two specific employment agreements for the new directors.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $279,095.92 sanitation truck purchase and multiple personnel actions

The Acworth Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a $279,095.92 purchase of a 32‑yard rear‑loaded sanitation truck. It also approved employment agreements, job descriptions, new pay scales, and several banking transfers. All items were adopted without dissent.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board will discuss public projects and take public comments

The Acworth Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting to discuss public projects. Members will hear input from residents, with each comment limited to five minutes. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting

The Board of Aldermen voted to adjourn the October 23, 2025 meeting. The motion to adjourn was made by Alderman Toby Carmichael, seconded by Alderman Tim Houston, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Acworth Lake Authority to discuss Master Plan and Army Corps of Engineers

The Acworth Lake Authority will meet to review project updates regarding Phase 1 of the Master Plan. The board will also discuss matters related to the Army Corps of Engineers.

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✓ Decided: Acworth Lake Authority approved prior minutes and set next meeting for Sep 8

The board unanimously approved the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes. Two additional motions were approved unanimously, though the specific items are not detailed in the record. The fund balance was reported as $16,565.43. The next meeting was scheduled for September 8, 2025.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Planning and Zoning

Variance request for minimum lot frontage at 4300 North Bend Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a variance request (2025-14-VAR) from Susan Seed for property at 4300 North Bend Road, seeking relief from minimum lot frontage requirements. The commission will also vote on approval of minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. Other items are procedural.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a variance for 4300 North Bend Road

The commission approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It then recommended approval of variance request 2025-14-VAR for 4300 North Bend Road, with staff stipulations, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Acworth HPC to approve minutes and hear staff report

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular quarterly meeting to approve the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a financial report and staff announcements. No new business or public hearings are listed. The meeting includes a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved meeting minutes and adjourned

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the February 26, 2025 regular meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to recommend an unspecified item for approval was also passed unanimously. The commission then adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Downtown Development Authority

Acworth DDA to consider bond resolution for hotel project

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss new business and receive committee reports. The primary item for consideration is a bond resolution related to a hotel project.

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✓ Decided: Board authorized DDA chair and secretary to execute hotel bond documents

The Downtown Development Authority approved the prior meeting minutes and unanimously authorized the chair and secretary to sign all documents needed for the downtown hotel bond resolution. The board also unanimously adjourned the meeting.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Planning and Zoning

Planning board to consider three variance requests, including tabled lot frontage relief

The Acworth Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three variance requests at its August 26, 2025, meeting. The board will also vote to approve minutes from its July 22, 2025, meeting. One request (2025-14-VAR) was tabled previously and seeks relief from minimum lot frontage requirements for a property on North Bend Road.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves sidewalk relief for 3545 Cobb Parkway

The commission unanimously approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It tabled a lot‑frontage variance request for 4300 North Bend Road. It recommended approval of a sidewalk‑requirement variance for 3545 Cobb Parkway. It later approved a variance for 4731 S. Main Street with a stipulation that HVAC units be screened.

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Fri Oct 17, 2025

Tourism Bureau Authority

All-Star Week recap, downtown hotel and public art plan updates

The Tourism Bureau Authority will hear a recap of All-Star Week from Cobb Travel & Tourism and receive staff updates on the Historic Walking Tour, Public Art Master Plan, and Downtown Hotel projects. The board also will vote on minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting and review the financial report.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Tourism Bureau Authority approved the July 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board then unanimously approved the motion to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Fri Oct 17, 2025

Tourism Bureau Authority

Board will review project updates including Public Art Master Plan and Downtown Hotel

The Tourism Bureau Authority will receive a financial report and a staff report that includes project updates on the Public Art Master Plan and a downtown hotel, as well as marketing updates. The board will also address old business, new business, an update from Cobb Travel & Tourism, and member comments.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Tourism Bureau Authority approved the August 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the September 11, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Fri Oct 17, 2025

Downtown Development Authority

Acworth DDA to consider agreement with Bizarre Coffee, LLC

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss a grant application for 4815A South Main Street. The board is also considering an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Acworth and a Letter of Intent with Bizarre Coffee, LLC.

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✓ Decided: Board approved intergovernmental agreement with the City of Acworth

The Downtown Development Authority board unanimously approved the intergovernmental agreement between the City of Acworth and the DDA. It also approved a code grant of up to $20,099 for work at 4815A South Main Street and a Letter of Intent with Bizarre Coffee, LLC for a lease at 4415 Cherokee Street. All motions passed unanimously.

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Fri Oct 17, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Variance request for minimum lot frontage at 4300 North Bend Road

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Susan Seed for property at 4300 North Bend Road, seeking relief from the minimum lot frontage requirement. The meeting also includes a City Manager update, an executive session for legal, personnel, and real estate matters, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Board entered and exited Executive Session, then adjourned unanimously

The Board placed a zoning relief request (2025-14-VAR) on Thursday's consent agenda but did not vote on it during this meeting. The Board then moved into Executive Session for legal, personnel, and real estate matters, approved the motion unanimously (4-0), and later voted to exit Executive Session unanimously (4-0). Finally, the Board adjourned the meeting with a unanimous vote.

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Fri Oct 17, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider eminent domain, budget amendments, and $1.3M McCray House project

The Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda including mid-year budget amendments, authorization to commence eminent domain proceedings for a property at 4557 Mill Street, and a $1.3 million contract for the McCray House relocation. Other items include a $700,000 road paving project and a special event permit for the Acworth Craft Beer and Wine Festival. A public hearing and proclamation for National Arts and Humanities Month are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved mid-year budget amendments and multiple city projects

The Board of Aldermen approved the mid-year amendments to the FY 2025 General Fund and Capital Projects Fund budget. It also adopted updates to the Community Work Program, designated the 2025 Craft Beer and Wine Festival as a Community Festival, and authorized several contracts and an eminent‑domain proceeding. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Acworth Tree Commission

Tree Commission will discuss updates to the Acworth Community Garden project

The Acworth Tree Commission will review progress on the Community Garden, including recent plantings. The meeting also includes a financial report, public comment, and announcements of upcoming city events. No decisions on new contracts or zoning are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Tree Commission unanimously approved April 23 meeting minutes

The Acworth Tree Commission met on July 8, 2025. Commissioners approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No financial report or public comments were recorded, and no new business was decided. The meeting included updates on the community garden and several local projects.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Acworth Tree Commission

Acworth Tree Commission to discuss project updates and Arbor Day

The Acworth Tree Commission will meet to review project updates, plantings, and the Acworth Community Garden. The commission will also discuss plans for the Arbor Day celebration and a commission photo.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $200 banner purchase for Acworth Community Garden

The Acworth Tree Commission unanimously approved the October 15, 2024 meeting record. It also unanimously approved spending up to $200 for a banner to promote the Acworth Community Garden. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

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Fri Oct 3, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board will vote on a moratorium on drone delivery services.

The Acworth Board of Aldermen meeting includes routine consent agenda items and several approvals. The Board will consider a resolution to impose a moratorium on drone delivery services, an MOU for K9 officers, a merchant card processing agreement with Truist Bank, a babysitter boot camp instructor agreement, and a troop camp request at Proctor Landing Park. Public comment and executive session on legal matters are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a moratorium on drone delivery services

The Acworth Board of Aldermen unanimously approved Resolution RS2025-24, placing a moratorium on drone delivery services. The board also approved several agreements, including a K9 officers MOU, a Truist Bank merchant services agreement, and a Babysitter Boot Camp instructor agreement. Additional approvals covered a Troop 1916 park campout, an authority resolution with the Downtown Development Authority, and a proclamation for United States Air Force Day.

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Fri Oct 3, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to discuss right-of-way trimming update

This is a work session of the Acworth Board of Aldermen. The board will discuss a right-of-way trimming update and receive a city manager update. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items only.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adjourned the meeting

The Board of Aldermen adjourned the meeting at 7:34 p.m. after a unanimous vote. The meeting included a discussion on right‑of‑way tree trimming, with staff recommending Bison Tree Service for the contract. The contract was slated to appear on the October 2 consent agenda for future approval.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Public hearings on three zoning variance requests

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on three variance requests: relief from minimum lot frontage at 4300 North Bend Road, sidewalk requirement at 3545 Cobb Parkway, and multiple zoning sections at 4731 S. Main Street. The consent agenda includes approval of property purchase agreements for 5346 North Main Street and three other properties, a $205,000 contract for the Acworth Due West and Ragsdale Road Trail Project, and other routine items. Discussion items include stipulation letters for two of the variances.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved multiple zoning variances, contracts, and a $205K trail services contract

The Board placed three zoning variance requests (4300 North Bend Rd, 3545 Cobb Pkwy, 4731 S. Main St) on the consent agenda and approved them unanimously. It also approved purchase agreements for several city properties and a $205,000 professional services contract for the Due West and Ragsdale Road Trail Project, all with unanimous votes.

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Fri Sep 5, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board discusses PTV Ordinance at work session

The Board of Aldermen holds a public hearing and work session to discuss the PTV Ordinance and hear a presentation from the Acworth Masonic Lodge. The City Manager will provide an update. The meeting will conclude with an executive session on real estate, personnel, and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Board entered and exited Executive Session, then adjourned meeting unanimously

The Board voted to go into Executive Session on real estate, personnel, and legal matters, approving the motion unanimously (4‑0). It later voted to come out of Executive Session, also unanimously (4‑0). The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous vote.

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Fri Sep 5, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to vote on $209,916 sanitation vehicle purchase, police vehicles, and lawsuit dismissal

The Acworth Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda containing several equipment purchases, including a $209,915.73 sanitation vehicle, a $131,129.38 chipper, two police Ford Explorers for $91,080, and a $62,987.94 barrier bundle. They will also approve an intergovernmental agreement with the Downtown Development Authority and accept a lawsuit dismissal with no payment. Additionally, the board will administer oaths to new appointees and recognize public safety cadets.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $209,915.73 sanitation vehicle purchase and multiple contracts

The Acworth Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a series of contracts and expenditures, including a sanitation vehicle, police department vehicles, and a barrier system. The board also approved the release of donated funds, an appointment to the Housing Authority, an intergovernmental agreement, and the dismissal of a lawsuit with no payment. All motions were passed with unanimous votes.

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Fri Aug 22, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen to hold public hearings on five variance and permit requests

The Board of Aldermen will conduct public hearings regarding zoning variances and special land-use permits for several properties. The body will also consider an annual update to the city's Comprehensive Plan. Additional discussion items include IT updates and employee insurance.

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✓ Decided: Board voted unanimously to enter and exit executive session

The Board approved a motion to go into Executive Session for legal and personnel matters by a 4‑0 vote, then approved a motion to come out of Executive Session by the same unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. Several zoning variance requests were placed by consensus on Thursday's consent agenda for future approval.

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Fri Aug 22, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to approve city manager employment agreement

The Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda including the approval of an employment agreement with James Albright as City Manager, several zoning code amendments, an interlocal agreement for 911 services, and multiple event permits. A public hearing will be held on a variance request for 4628 S. Main Street seeking relief from zoning requirements. The Board will also discuss a special land-use permit for a gas station and convenience store on Mars Hill Road.

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✓ Decided: Board approved interlocal agreement for 911 emergency call answering services

The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. RS2025-23, authorizing the Mayor to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Kennesaw for 911 emergency call answering services. The Board also approved the employment agreement for City Manager James Albright and appointed Carly Zent to the Downtown Development Authority. All motions were passed with a unanimous vote.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Planning and Zoning

Planning and Zoning to consider variance requests and gas station special permits

The Acworth Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 22, 2025, to consider several variance requests and special land-use permits. Items include a side setback variance for D.R. Horton, a billboard sign variance, and two special land-use permits for gas stations and convenience stores. The commission will also review the annual update to the City's Community Work Program and Capital Improvement Element of the Comprehensive Plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves multiple variances and land‑use permits, 5‑0 votes

The commission approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of variance and special‑land‑use requests, each passing unanimously. Approvals included side‑setback relief for 2402 Bayberry St, billboard relief for 5820 North Shores Rd, zoning reliefs for 4628 S. Main St and 3497 Baker Rd, and a special‑land‑use permit for 0 Mars Hill Rd. The commission denied a separate special‑land‑use request for 0 Mars Hill Rd before approving a related permit. The commission also adopted the annual update to the Community Work Program and Capital Improvement Element of the Comprehensive Plan.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Downtown Development Authority

Discussion of Downtown Hotel plans

The Acworth Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on July 15, 2025. The board will review old business items including follow‑up on June 2025 action items, an available downtown property, transformational strategies, and a downtown hotel. New business and committee reports will also be presented, and several community events will be announced.

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✓ Decided: DDA approved a $10,000 facade grant for 4871 N. Main St.

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The board unanimously nominated Carly Zent as the DDA’s recommended candidate for the vacant board seat, pending mayor and Board of Aldermen approval. The board unanimously approved a $10,000 facade grant for the property at 4871 N. Main St. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Fri Aug 15, 2025

Tourism Bureau Authority

Acworth Tourism Board to review projects, events, and financial report

The Acworth Tourism Bureau Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve June meeting minutes, hear a financial report, and receive staff updates on upcoming events including the Mimosa Festival and Downtown Classic Car Cruise. Project updates on the Historic Walking Tour, Public Art Master Plan, and Downtown Hotel will also be discussed, along with an update from Cobb Travel & Tourism.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved June 12 minutes and adjourned meeting

The board approved the June 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the July 10, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously.

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Fri Aug 8, 2025

City Manager

City to consider adopting 2025 Millage Rate at 8.950 Mills

The Acworth City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-19, which proposes adopting the 2025 millage rate. The proposal keeps the rate at 8.950 mills, the same level as in 2024. Residents may comment for up to five minutes before the council decides.

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✓ Decided: Acworth held public hearing on keeping 2025 millage rate at 8.950 Mills

The City Council considered Ordinance No. 2025‑19, which would maintain the millage rate at 8.950 Mills—the same level as 2024. No public comments were received and no vote was recorded during the hearing. The matter was scheduled for a later council meeting for final action.

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Fri Aug 8, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Acworth Board of Aldermen to consider 2025 millage rate

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 millage rate and a property request on Lemon Street. The body will also consider several contracts for city services and infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $7.1 M amendment for Northside Drive Project

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved an amendment to the Northside Drive Project purchase order, raising it to $7,099,658 and including Change Order 19 ($141,351.84) and Change Order 20 ($28,245.74). They adopted the 2025 millage rate of 8.95 Mills, keeping it unchanged from 2024, with a 1‑1 vote. The meeting also saw unanimous approval of several contracts and service agreements, including a $136,000 right‑of‑way mowing contract and various community program agreements.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Acworth Lake Authority to discuss Master Plan Phase One, Veterans plaque

The Acworth Lake Authority will hear a financial report, approve June minutes, and receive project updates on Master Plan Phase One. They will also consider a Veterans Memorial Space Force Plaque. The meeting includes public comments and a July 26 Back-to-School Bash announcement.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved project updates and new PO for Space Force plaque

The Acworth Lake Authority voted unanimously to approve the project updates presented under old business. The board also voted unanimously to allow staff to open a new purchase order and transfer $1,398 for the Veterans Memorial Space Force plaque. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Board reviews Master Plan Phase One and Veterans Memorial project updates

The Acworth Lake Authority will review updates on its Master Plan Phase One and the Veterans Memorial project. It will also provide a parks update and share upcoming community event announcements. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved May 5, 2025 minutes

The Acworth Lake Authority approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Members received updates on several city projects and park attendance. The next meeting was scheduled for July 7, 2025. The board then adjourned unanimously.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Planning and Zoning

Planning and Zoning to review three variance requests

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider three separate requests for relief from city sections. The body will also vote on the approval of the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved two VAR relief requests and denied one garage request

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved Request 2025-07-VAR for 4711 Hill Street and Request 2025-09-VAR for 4495 Academy Street. It denied Request 2025-08-VAR for an attached garage at 4300 Lakeview Street.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to hold 5 public hearings on zoning variances and overlay requests

The Board of Aldermen will hold five public hearings on variance and overlay requests, including relief from sidewalk requirements and garage setbacks, plus an overlay for an accessory dwelling unit and a facade renovation. The board will also discuss an update from the Cobb County Housing Authority and hold an executive session on real estate matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approved executive session motions and unanimously adjourned

The Board voted unanimously to go into executive session, then to come out of executive session. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved unanimously. Several variance requests were discussed and scheduled for Thursday's consent agenda, but no votes were taken on those items.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board will approve $300,000 purchase order for sanitation disposal services

The Board will consider and approve several routine items, including meeting minutes, proclamations, a $37,357.45 LaserFiche license renewal, and purchase orders for sanitation disposal services totaling $420,000. It will also approve a $7,017.32 change order for relocating an underground sprinkler vault at Roberts School and a resolution to join an amicus brief in the Chang v. City of Milton appeal. A public hearing will be held for an Overlay Approval Certificate request at 4452 Dallas Street. Additional stipulation letters for sidewalk relief and accessory dwelling units will be discussed.

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✓ Decided: Board approved sanitation contracts and development permits, including $300K order

The Acworth Board of Aldermen unanimously approved two sanitation service purchase orders totaling $420,000, a $37,357.45 license renewal for LaserFiche, and a $7,017.32 change order for a sprinkler system at Roberts School. The board also approved several development stipulation letters, including relief for an attached garage at 4300 Lakeview Street and overlay approvals for additions at 4452 Dallas Street and 4871 N. Main Street. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Acworth Board to hold public hearing on 2025 tax millage rate

The Acworth Board of Aldermen will hold a special called meeting to receive citizen input on the proposed 2025 tax digest millage rate. The city is proposing to keep the rate at 8.950 Mills, the same as the 2024 rate.

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✓ Decided: Board adjourned the meeting unanimously

The Board held a public hearing on the 2025 millage rate, proposing to keep it at 8.950 mills, the same as 2024. No public comments were received and no action on the millage rate was taken. The Board then voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

Downtown Development Authority

Downtown Development Authority to discuss downtown hotel and property availability

The Downtown Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive a financial report, and discuss old business items including follow-up on May action items, available downtown property, transformational strategies, and the downtown hotel. No new business items are listed. The meeting also includes committee reports and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved meeting minutes and financial reimbursement changes

The Downtown Development Authority approved the May 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board also approved changes to the Financial Reimbursement Program, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous motion.

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Fri Jul 11, 2025

Tourism Bureau Authority

Tourism Bureau Authority to discuss FY26 media plan and goals

The Tourism Bureau Authority will review upcoming events and project updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the media plan and goals for fiscal year 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The Acworth Tourism Bureau Authority approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was made by Jay White, seconded by Malinda Howe, and passed unanimously. The board also received a financial update showing FY25 revenue at 88% of the budget and expenditures at 98%, but no action was taken on that report.

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Wed Jul 9, 2025

Acworth Tree Commission

Tree Commission will discuss community garden updates and announce upcoming events

The Acworth Tree Commission meeting on April 8, 2025 will approve minutes, receive a financial report, hear public comments, and announce several community events. The commission will address old business items including the Acworth Community Garden, project updates, and plantings. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Acworth Tree Commission approved a motion unanimously

The commission approved a motion with unanimous support. Staff reported $500 available for tree plantings, $1,565.06 allocated to the community garden, and a $1,500 grant received from The Foodwell Alliance. No public comments were made.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Public hearing for redevelopment of 4628 S Main Street

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Jose Luis Ponce. The applicant is seeking an Overlay Approval Certificate to redevelop an existing structure.

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✓ Decided: Board reaches consensus to place overlay request on agenda, adjourns meeting

The Board held a public hearing on an overlay approval request for 4628 S. Main St. Aldermen discussed parking concerns and agreed to place the request on the June 18 consent agenda. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion passed unanimously.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to vote on FY2026 budget and major park renovation contract

The Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda that includes adoption of the FY2026 budget, amendments to the fee schedule and cemetery code, and several contracts. Notable contract actions include a $1,077,000 bid for Cauble Park Phase 1 renovations and an $81,000 design contract for North Main Street improvements. The meeting also features presentations and proclamations.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted FY2026 budget and approved major park and infrastructure contracts

The Board approved the FY2026 city budget and a series of contracts and agreements for park renovations, street improvements, and community use of city facilities. Major items included a $1,077,000 bid award for Cauble Park Phase 1, a $19,800 change order for the same project, and an $81,000 engineering agreement for North Main Street. One ordinance amending the FY2025 budget passed with a single dissenting vote. All other listed actions were approved unanimously.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Lake Authority to hear Master Plan Phase 1 and Veterans Memorial updates

The Acworth Lake Authority will approve meeting minutes, receive a financial report, hear project updates on the Master Plan Phase 1 and Veterans Memorial, and set the next meeting date. The board will also take public comments.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The Acworth Lake Authority approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting. A motion to approve was passed unanimously, though the specific item was not detailed in the record. The board also adjourned the meeting unanimously.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Lake Authority to hear project updates on Master Plan and Veterans Memorial

The Acworth Lake Authority will meet on February 3, 2025, to approve minutes, receive a financial report, and hear updates on the Master Plan Phase One Design and Veterans Memorial projects. The agenda includes announcements about the State of the City and Polar Plunge events. No votes on substantive items are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Memorial project approved by Acworth Lake Authority

The board approved the December 2, 2024 minutes. The Veterans Memorial project was approved unanimously. The board noted a current fund balance of $27,908 and announced upcoming events and project updates. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Acworth Lake Authority to discuss FY 2026 budget and project updates

The Acworth Lake Authority will consider approval of February 3, 2025 minutes, receive a financial report, and hear project updates on Master Plan Phase One and Veterans Memorial. New business includes discussion of the FY 2026 budget and board member appointments. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes per person.

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✓ Decided: Dennis Barnett appointed Secretary of the Acworth Lake Authority

Board members approved Dennis Barnett as the Authority’s Secretary after nominations. A motion to approve the FY 2026 budget was made and seconded, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome. The board also passed an unspecified approval motion unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Acworth Lake Authority

Cauble Park camera system upgrades discussed

The Acworth Lake Authority will hold a meeting on April 7, 2025, primarily covering routine approvals, financial reports, and project updates. New business includes discussion of security camera upgrades at Cauble Park. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes on specific dollar amounts or ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Board approved up to $3,000 for Veterans Memorial story board

The Acworth Lake Authority unanimously approved the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved up to $3,000 to purchase a story board for the Veterans Memorial and to amend the budget for that purchase. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Wed Jun 25, 2025

Planning and Zoning

Rezoning requests for commercial development on two Acworth parcels

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from its March 25, 2025 meeting and consider three public input items. Two items are applications to rezone specific parcels to Community Retail Commercial (C-2) for commercial development. The third item proposes text amendments to Chapter 73 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved two annexations, a rezoning, and rejected a zoning amendment

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved two annexation requests (2025-01-A and 2025-04-R) and a rezoning request (2025-05-R) with staff stipulations. A motion to amend Chapter 73 Zoning Ordinance was rejected. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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