Kennesaw public meetings in 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the Ethos Preservation Historic Design Standard and related ordinance recommendations. It will also review an updated historic district map. The commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative (COAA) request for the property at 2893 N Main Street.

• Discussion of Ethos Preservation Historic Design Standard and ordinance recommendations
• Discussion of updated historic district map
• COAA2025-21 approval request for 2893 N Main Street

Plan Review Meeting

The agenda for the December 18, 2025, Plan Review Committee meeting contains no items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss and vote on the proposed projects for the 2028 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) referendum. They will also consider an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code's standards for home occupations. Additional items include approvals of meeting minutes, resolutions for animal control services and a pavement reclamation project, and a retail alcohol license for Worth The Wait Inc.

• SPLOST: 2028 Proposed Projects List – consideration for approval
• Ordinance: Unified Development Code amendment for home occupation standards (Case #MISC2025-07)
• Resolution: Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services with Cobb County
• Resolution: Professional Services for Cobb International Boulevard Pavement Reclamation Project
• Alcohol License: Retail Pouring License for Worth The Wait Inc. (2090 Baker Road Unit A-103)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority meeting on December 12, 2025 was cancelled due to a lack of new agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 9, 2026 at 7:30 am.

Plan Review Meeting

The agenda for this meeting contains no scheduled items for review or decision.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The December 11, 2025 Cemetery Preservation Commission meeting was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The commission will reconvene on January 8, 2026.

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission scheduled a meeting for December 9, 2025, but the meeting was canceled. Consequently, no agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the proposed projects for the 2028 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum. The body is also considering an agreement for animal control services and an amendment to home occupation standards in the Unified Development Code.

• Proposed projects list for the 2028 SPLOST referendum
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobb County for Animal Control services
• Unified Development Code text amendment for Home Occupations (Case #MISC2025-07)
• Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Worth The Wait Inc (Big Pie in the Sky Pizzeria) at 2090 Baker Road Unit A-103
• Professional services proposal from Patterson & Dewar Engineers for the Cobb International Boulevard Pavement Reclamation Project

The City Council unanimously approved a motion (5-0) to enter executive session for land discussion. Subsequent unanimous votes (5-0) approved an affidavit, added a related agenda item, and directed legal action as discussed in executive session. The council also approved the November 24, 2025 work session minutes, the December 1, 2025 regular meeting minutes, and the December 1, 2025 executive session minutes on the consent agenda.

• Approved entry into executive session to discuss land (5-0)
• Approved execution of affidavit per O.C.G.A. Sec. 50-14-4 (5-0)
• Approved adding agenda item to direct legal action (5-0)
• Approved directing legal to proceed with action from Executive Session (5-0)
• Approved November 24, 2025 work session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved December 1, 2025 regular meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved December 1, 2025 executive session minutes (consent agenda)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee is scheduled to meet on December 4, 2025, but the agenda lists no items for discussion or decision.

Events Committee

The Events Committee will select its 2026 chair, vice chair, and secretary. Members will also discuss dates for the Sip & Social event and proposed walking tours for March and October 2026.

• Selection of CY2026 chair, vice chair and secretary
• Sip & Social 2026 dates
• October 22-25, 2026: Life in the Cemetery Tour
• March 21, 2026: Proposed Downtown Kennesaw Walking Tour
• March 21, 2026: Proposed Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. Marty Hughes was appointed chair, Ricky Stewart vice‑chair, and Rachel Mikell secretary. The committee also approved the 2026 Sip & Social dates, the Life in the Cemetery Tour (Oct 22‑25, 2026), the Downtown Kennesaw Walking Tour (Mar 21, 2026), and the Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour (Mar 21, 2026). The meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Marty Hughes as chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Ricky Stewart as vice‑chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Rachel Mikell as secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Sip & Social event dates, pending insurance (unanimous)
• Approved Life in the Cemetery Tour Oct 22‑25, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Kennesaw Walking Tour Mar 21, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour Mar 21, 2026 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss two new business items: a text amendment to the Unified Development Code standards for home occupations (MISC2025-07), and a preliminary plat for seven townhomes at 0 Ridenour Blvd submitted by David Harris (PP2025-02). The commission will also approve the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. Any new business items approved will be forwarded to the Mayor and Council for consideration on December 15, 2025.

• MISC2025-07 – Text amendment request to Unified Development Code, Appendix A, Section 4.04.05 (Standards for Home Occupations).
• PP2025-02 – Preliminary plat for seven townhomes on 0.45 +/- acres at 0 Ridenour Blvd (Parcel ID 20021100120), part of the Touchstone at Ridenour development.
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 1, 2025.

The commission unanimously approved a text amendment to the Unified Development Code Section 4.04.05 to streamline administrative renewals for home occupations (4‑0). It also unanimously approved a preliminary plat for seven townhomes at 0 Ridenour Blvd (4‑0). Both actions were adopted after no public comments were received.

• Approved text amendment to Unified Development Code home‑occupation section (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for seven townhomes at 0 Ridenour Blvd (4-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss several items, including an amendment to Chapter 10 of the city’s animal code. They will also vote on resolutions to ratify the November 4 municipal election results and to authorize the mayor to sign intergovernmental agreements with Cobb County for fire dispatch services. Additional actions include approving recent meeting minutes, a cemetery deed, and confirming the appointment of the Director of Planning and Zoning.

• Ordinance: Chapter 10 Amendments – changes to the city’s animal code
• Resolution: Ratify certified November 4, 2025 election results for Council Posts 3, 4, and 5
• Resolution: Authorize mayor to sign intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County for fire dispatch services
• Appointment: Ratify Chanelle Campbell as Director of Planning and Zoning
• Cemetery Deed: Authorization for mayor to sign deed for cemetery lots III-55-G & H

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt Ordinance 2025‑08, amending Chapter 10 “Animals” so Cobb County can enforce its animal control regulations within Kennesaw. The consent agenda, including the November 17 minutes, election‑result resolution, and intergovernmental agreements for fire dispatch, fire marshal and cooperative purchasing, was also approved unanimously. Additional actions approved were a cemetery deed authorization, acceptance of October 2025 crime statistics, and the appointment of Chanelle Campbell as Director of Planning and Zoning. The council entered and later exited an executive session, both votes unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 2025‑08 amending Chapter 10 “Animals” (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda with intergovernmental agreements for fire dispatch, fire marshal, and cooperative purchasing (5‑0)
• Authorized cemetery deed for lots III‑55‑G & H (5‑0)
• Accepted October 2025 crime statistics (5‑0)
• Ratified appointment of Chanelle Campbell as Director of Planning and Zoning (5‑0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss land (5‑0)
• Reconvened to Open Session and directed affidavit execution (5‑0)

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will consider several resolutions, including ratifying the certified results of the November 4, 2025 municipal election and authorizing the mayor to sign intergovernmental agreements with Cobb County for fire dispatch, fire marshal services, and cooperative purchasing. A public hearing will be held on an ordinance to amend Chapter 10, "Animals," of the city code. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval and crime statistics acceptance.

• Resolution to ratify certified election results for Council Posts 3, 4, and 5 (Nov. 4, 2025)
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign Intergovernmental Agreement for Fire Dispatch Services with Cobb County
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign Intergovernmental Agreement for Fire Marshal Services with Cobb County
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign Intergovernmental Agreement for Cooperative Purchasing with Cobb County
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 10 (Animals) of the City of Kennesaw Code of Ordinances

The work session discussed several resolutions, including ratifying the November 4 election results and three intergovernmental agreements, but the council only recommended placing them on the consent agenda for the regular meeting. An ordinance to amend Chapter 10 (Animals) was reviewed, and staff were asked to conduct a final legal review before the regular meeting. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during this session.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition to the house at 2976 N. Main Street (Case #COA2025-09A). It will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness for removal of a tree at the same address (Case #COA2025-09B). Additionally, staff will present approvals for three Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative applications: 3096 Cherokee Street, 2940 Dallas Street, and 2077 Cherokee Ridge Trail.

• Addition at 2976 N. Main Street – COA2025-09A
• Tree removal at 2976 N. Main Street – COA2025-09B
• COAA2025-19 – 3096 Cherokee Street
• COAA2025-20 – 2940 Dallas Street
• COAA2025-22 – 2077 Cherokee Ridge Trail

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the financial report. It also approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition at 2976 N. Main St, requiring fiber cement siding instead of vinyl. The commission unanimously approved a tree removal at the same address, conditioning it on planting a replacement tree from the approved list.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial report for HPC fund (5-0)
• Approved addition at 2976 N. Main St with condition to use fiber cement siding (5-0)
• Approved tree removal at 2976 N. Main St with condition to plant a replacement tree from the approved list (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to award the Adams Park baseball and softball electrical services project to Allstar Lighting and Electrical Services, Inc. The meeting also includes presentations recognizing a Lemon Street School alumni group, a donation from North Cobb Rotary for an AED, and honors for a long‑time Development Authority employee. Additional items are the approval of two sets of meeting minutes and mayoral (re)appointments to boards and commissions.

• Resolution: award Adams Park electrical service upgrade to Allstar Lighting and Electrical Services, Inc.
• Presentation: North Cobb Rotary donation for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Parks & Recreation
• Presentation: Proclamation recognizing Lemon Street School alumni
• Approval of October 27, 2025 work session minutes
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to boards, committees, authorities, and commissions

The council approved the October 27, 2025 work session minutes and the November 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda. The council also approved Resolution 2025‑73 awarding the Adams Park baseball and softball electrical service upgrade contract to Allstar Lighting and Electrical Services, Inc. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 27, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑73 Adams Park electrical service upgrade contract to Allstar Lighting and Electrical Services, Inc. (5-0)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review its October financial report and open invoices. It will discuss a Flex Grant application for the property at 2991 Cherokee Street. Updates on the Main Street program and a subscription to the Placer.ai program will also be presented. The board may move to an executive session to address litigation, legal, personnel, or real‑estate matters.

• Flex Grant Application: 2991 Cherokee Street
• Main Street Program Updates
• Discussion of Placer.ai program subscription
• Review of open invoices (financial report)
• Potential executive session for litigation/legal matters

The board approved the October 10 meeting minutes, the October 31 financial report, and two open legal invoices, each by a 6-0 vote. It also approved the flex grant application for Smash Hit Burgers to fund an upgraded grease trap, with a 6-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 6-0 vote.

• Approved October 10 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved October 31 financial report (6-0)
• Approved two open legal invoices (6-0)
• Approved flex grant for Smash Hit Burgers grease trap upgrade (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a project application. The session focuses on a specific site development request.

• Parking lot expansion at 2995 Cobb International Blvd (Applicant: Sean C.)

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will meet to review October 2025 financial reports and receive updates on landscape and radar projects. The body will also discuss the planning of cemetery events for 2026.

• October 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Update on Landscape and Ground Penetrating Radar Projects
• Update on Wreaths Across America
• Discussion of 2026 Cemetery Events

The commission approved the minutes from the October 9 and October 17, 2025 meetings, and accepted the October 2025 financial report, all by unanimous vote. It also approved the purchase of a 9"x7" stainless‑steel plaque recognizing the Cemetery Preservation Foundation’s $5,800 contribution to the landscaping project, again unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of October 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 9"x7" stainless‑steel plaque recognizing foundation contribution (unanimous)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission scheduled for November 11, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The meeting will not proceed as planned.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025, contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

Events Committee

The Events Committee will review and coordinate upcoming special events, including staffing and budget considerations. Members from multiple city departments will discuss the 2026 event calendar presented by the Kennesaw Police Department. The committee will also consider public comments and approve the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting.

• Review of Kennesaw Police Department 2026 Event Calendar
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 2, 2025
• Discussion of event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting across city departments
• Public comment period
• Coordination recommendations for event improvement

The Events Committee approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes without discussion. A motion to adjourn the November 6, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including an ordinance to amend Chapter 22 (Businesses) of the city code. The council will also consider a settlement agreement with Lance Oil Company, stormwater and sewer easements with Delta Performance, LLC, a purchase authorization for vehicles and equipment, and a contract award for Chalker Park construction. Minutes from recent meetings will be approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Ordinance: Chapter 22 Amendments – amendment to the "Businesses" chapter of the Code of Ordinances
• Resolution: Settlement Agreement with Lance Oil Company (A.R. Brooks Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Lance Oil Company)
• Resolution: Stormwater and Sewer Easements with Delta Performance, LLC
• Purchase Authorization: Vehicles and equipment approved in the FY26 Budget
• Resolution: Award contract to Gay Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for Chalker Park

The council voted 5-0 to withdraw the ordinance amending Chapter 22, "Businesses," indefinitely. The consent agenda, including a settlement with Lance Oil Company, stormwater and sewer easements, a vehicle purchase authorization, and a Chalker Park construction contract, was also approved unanimously. The September 2025 crime statistics were accepted by a 5-0 vote.

• Withdraw Chapter 22 business ordinance indefinitely (5-0)
• Approve settlement agreement with Lance Oil Company (Resolution No. 2025-70) (5-0)
• Approve stormwater and sewer easements with Delta Performance, LLC (Resolution No. 2025-71) (5-0)
• Authorize purchase of vehicles and equipment per FY26 budget (5-0)
• Award Chalker Park construction manager contract to Gay Construction (Resolution No. 2025-72) (5-0)
• Accept September 2025 crime statistics (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet to review a townhome development project on Pine Mountain Road. The meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Review of Rozen 6095 Pine Mountain Rd-Townhome Development
• Plan Review Committee meeting
• Council Chambers location

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will consider a resolution authorizing a settlement agreement and mutual release of claims with A.R. Brooks Enterprises, d/b/a Lance Oil Company. It will also review an ordinance amendment to Chapter 22 (Businesses) and a resolution for stormwater and sewer easements with Delta Performance, LLC. Additional items include a vehicle and equipment purchase authorization and a contract award for Chalker Park construction.

• Resolution: Settlement Agreement with Lance Oil Company
• Ordinance: Amend Chapter 22 (Businesses) of the City Code
• Resolution: Stormwater and Sewer Easements with Delta Performance, LLC
• Purchase Authorization: Vehicles and equipment per FY26 Budget
• Resolution: Contract with Gay Construction for Chalker Park

The council instructed staff to prepare an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance that omits any buffer requirement and to revise the definition of “family” from three to five unrelated persons. The settlement with Lance Oil Company, stormwater and sewer easements, vehicle purchases, and the Chalker Park contract were each recommended for placement on the consent agenda. Minutes from prior meetings and September crime statistics were also approved.

• Directed staff to draft ADU ordinance without buffer requirement
• Requested revision of “family” definition to five unrelated persons in the Unified Development Code
• Recommended placing Settlement Agreement with Lance Oil on the consent agenda
• Recommended placing Stormwater and Sewer Easements resolution on the consent agenda
• Recommended placing Vehicle and Equipment purchase authorization on the consent agenda
• Recommended placing Chalker Park contract resolution on the consent agenda
• Approved October 13 and October 20 meeting minutes (consent agenda items)
• Accepted September 2025 crime statistics

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will review two applications: an expansion of an existing building at 1971 McCollum Pkwy and a townhome development at 6095 Pine Mountain Rd. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are scheduled for discussion.

• Expansion of existing building at 1971 McCollum Pkwy
• Townhome development at 6095 Pine Mountain Rd

General

The Ethics Board meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been canceled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a land use permit application for 2800 Dominion Lane. The body will also consider resolutions for a vehicle lease, a friendship agreement with an Italian city, and road closures for December holiday events.

• Public hearing for Land Use Permit at 2800 Dominion Lane (Case #LU2025-06)
• Resolution for a vehicle lease supplement with Georgia Municipal Association for 13 vehicles
• Final plat application for Townes at South Main at 2652 S Main Street (Case #FP2025-04)
• Road closures for December 6-7, 2025, for Holiday Parade, Concert, and Drone Show
• Resolution for a Memorandum of Understanding with Montepulciano, Italy

The City Council approved a 24‑month renewal of a land use permit for a home‑based cookie business at 2800 Dominion Lane, voting 5‑0. The council also approved the entire consent agenda, which included minutes, several resolutions, road‑closure approvals, and a final plat application, all by unanimous vote. An executive‑session motion to discuss land matters was also approved unanimously.

• Approved land use permit renewal for 2800 Dominion Lane (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including meeting minutes and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-67 updating meeting procedures (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-68 Friendship Agreement with Montepulciano, Italy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-69 Vehicle Lease Supplement with GMA (5-0)
• Approved road closures for Dec 6‑7 holiday parade, concert, and drone show (5-0)
• Approved final plat application for Townes at South Main (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss land matters (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for October 17, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed, approved, or decided. The next meeting is set for November 21, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

General

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will review a proposal from Creative Landscape Group to install landscaping for a cremation scattering garden and information center at Kennesaw City Cemetery. The commission will decide whether to approve the project. No other items are on the agenda.

• Proposal: Landscape installation for cremation scattering garden and information center by Creative Landscape Group

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved Creative Landscape Group's proposal to landscape the cremation scattering garden and information center at Kennesaw City Cemetery. The motion was made by Lizz Gray, seconded by Judi Burrell, and passed with one member absent. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Creative Landscape Group landscaping proposal for cremation scattering garden (motion passed)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting agenda for October 16, 2025, contains no scheduled items for discussion or decision.

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority scheduled a meeting for October 15, 2025, but the agenda notes the meeting was canceled. Consequently, no agenda items such as minutes approval, financial report, or new business will be acted upon. The listed agenda items remain unaddressed.

• Call to Order / Roll Call – meeting canceled
• Approval of the Meeting Minutes – not considered
• Financial Report – not presented
• Old Business – not discussed
• New Business – not discussed

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission scheduled a meeting for October 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda indicates the meeting was canceled, so no items were discussed or decided.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss several resolutions, including updates to meeting procedures and a friendship agreement with Montepulciano, Italy. A public hearing will consider a land use permit application for 2800 Dominion Lane. Additional items include a vehicle lease supplement for thirteen vehicles, road closures for the December holiday parade, and a final plat revision for Townes at South Main.

• Land Use Permit: 2800 Dominion Lane (Case #LU2025-06)
• Resolution to update Mayor and City Council Meeting Procedures
• Resolution authorizing a Friendship Agreement with Montepulciano, Italy
• Resolution for Vehicle Lease Supplement with Georgia Municipal Association for thirteen vehicles
• Road closures on Dec 6‑7, 2025 for Holiday Parade, Concert, and Drone Show

The City Council approved a lease supplement for thirteen GMA vehicles costing $963,000 total and placed several resolutions—including updates to meeting procedures, a sister‑city MOU with Montepulciano, Italy, and holiday parade road closures—on the consent agenda. The Council also approved prior meeting minutes. Motions to enter executive session and to execute a required affidavit both passed unanimously, 5‑0.

• Approved Vehicle Lease Supplement for 13 GMA vehicles ($963,000 total) – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Approved Resolution updating Mayor and City Council Meeting Procedures – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Approved Friendship Agreement MOU with Montepulciano, Italy – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Approved road closures for Holiday Parade and Drone Show on Dec 6‑7, 2025 – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Approved final plat revision for Townes at South Main (Lot 44 increased by 20 sq ft) – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Approved minutes from September 29 and October 6, 2025 meetings – placed on Consent Agenda (consensus)
• Motion to enter Executive Session to discuss legal matters passed 5‑0
• Motion to execute affidavit in compliance with O.C.G.A. 50‑14‑4 passed 5‑0

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review several items, including a proposal from the Cobb County Farmers Bureau for a farmers market and a pre‑application for a downtown revolving loan fund to support the Lazy Guy Distillery project. The meeting also includes routine financial reports, updates on the Main Street program, and public comment periods. An executive session may be called for legal or personnel matters.

• Consideration of Cobb County Farmers Bureau Farmers Market Proposal
• Pre‑application review for the DCA Downtown Revolving Loan Fund: Lazy Guy Distillery project
• Financial Report as of 9/30/25 and review of open invoices
• Main Street Program updates
• Public comments and board comments

The board approved the prior meeting minutes and the financial report, each by a 5‑0 vote. It approved a partnership with the Cobb County Farm Bureau to manage the downtown farmers market, directing staff to prepare a management services agreement, with the motion passing 6‑0. The board also authorized staff to submit the Lazy Guy Distillery pre‑application to the Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, voting 5‑0 (one abstention). Finally, a marketing partnership for the Reformation Brewing pub crawl event was approved unanimously.

• Approved 9/12/25 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 9/12/25 executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial report as of 9/30/25 (5-0)
• Approved partnership with Cobb County Farm Bureau for farmers market management (6-0)
• Authorized staff to submit Lazy Guy Distillery pre‑application to DDRLF and sign documents (5-0, Allen abstained)
• Approved marketing partnership for Reformation Brewing pub crawl event (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Plan Review Meeting

The agenda for the October 9, 2025, Plan Review Committee meeting contains no scheduled items for discussion or decision.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider approving a landscaping proposal for the cremation scattering garden and a refund for a memorial tree. The body will also review financial reports and discuss old business regarding road removal.

• Approval of September 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Proposal: Landscape Installation for Cremation Scattering Garden
• Refund Request: Memorial Tree (Japanese Cherry Tree)
• Recap: Clean Up Day
• Update: Road Removal and Sod Placement

The commission approved the September 11, 2025 minutes and accepted the September 2025 financial report, both unanimously. It also approved co‑sponsoring a public research workshop with the Cobb Genealogical Society and a cemetery tour with the Atlanta Preservation Center. The commission postponed the Creative Landscaping Group proposal for the cremation scattering garden and denied the refund request for a removed Japanese Cherry Tree, each by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted September 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (unanimous)
• Approved co‑sponsoring public research workshop with Cobb Genealogical Society (unanimous)
• Approved co‑sponsoring cemetery tour with Atlanta Preservation Center (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of Creative Landscaping Group proposal for cremation scattering garden (unanimous)
• Denied refund request for Japanese Cherry Tree (unanimous)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The commission will approve the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a financial report. It will review any outstanding old business and consider a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a sister‑city relationship with Montepulciano, Italy. The meeting also includes a period for public comments before adjournment.

• Approve June 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial report presentation
• Discussion of pending old business items
• Consideration of MOU with Montepulciano, Italy
• Public comments from attendees

The commission unanimously approved the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0). It also unanimously approved the revised memorandum of understanding with Montepulciano, Italy (3-0). Members decided the commission will not meet again until January 2026. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (3-0).

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved revised MOU/Friendship Agreement with Montepulciano (3-0)
• Decided commission will not meet again until January 2026
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

At this meeting the Kennesaw City Council will consider a resolution to approve the third amendment to the purchase agreement for the former Kennesaw Public Library building at 2250 Lewis Street, authorizing the mayor to execute the purchase. The council will also act on several consent‑agenda items, including awarding the Pipe Rehabilitation Project contract to Utility Asset Management, Inc., accepting street dedications in East Park Village, approving engineering design services for the Rutledge Road/Cathey Lane improvements, authorizing permanent street closures in the city cemetery, and approving a final plat for the new Public Safety Building at 3080 Moon Station Road. Additional items include a retail alcohol license for Dasatvam LLC, acceptance of August 2025 crime statistics, and mayoral appointments to boards and commissions.

• Resolution: Third Amendment to Purchase of Former Kennesaw Public Library Building (2250 Lewis Street)
• Resolution: Pipe Rehabilitation Project Bid Award to Utility Asset Management, Inc.
• Resolution: Accepting Dedication of Streets in East Park Village
• Resolution: Engineering Design Services for Rutledge Road / Cathey Lane Improvements (Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc.)
• Final Plat Application: 3080 Moon Station Road for new Public Safety Building

The council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2025-62 to buy the former Kennesaw Public Library building at 2250 Lewis Street. It also approved the consent agenda, which included several prior meeting minutes and resolutions. A retail package alcohol license for Dasatvam LLC d/b/a Kings Liquor at 2600 Cobb Parkway NW was granted. The council entered and later exited an executive session to discuss land and legal matters.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-62 to purchase property at 2250 Lewis Street (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda covering September minutes and multiple resolutions (5-0)
• Approved Retail Package Alcohol License for Dasatvam LLC d/b/a Kings Liquor, 2600 Cobb Parkway NW (5-0)
• Accepted August 2025 crime statistics (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss land and legal matters (5-0)
• Reopened Open Session and directed execution of affidavit (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet on October 2, 2025. The committee will review a commercial remodel application submitted by Oskar Hofer for an autism center located at 1619 Collins Road. The review is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Review of Oskar Hofer’s commercial remodel application for an autism center at 1619 Collins Rd

Events Committee

The Events Committee will discuss scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming community events. Members will review the November 15 Kennesaw Fall Crawl, the May‑August Kennesaw Farmers Market at Depot Park, and an overview of the 2026 event calendar. The committee may make recommendations for event improvements. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• November 15 – Kennesaw Fall Crawl hosted by Reformation with downtown businesses
• May‑August – Kennesaw Farmers Market at Depot Park
• Overview of the 2026 Kennesaw event calendar

The committee approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved the Kennesaw Fall Crawl scheduled for Saturday, November 15, 2025. It also unanimously approved moving the 2026 Kennesaw Farmers Market to Depot Park while keeping market days on Mondays. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 4:04 p.m.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Kennesaw Fall Crawl for Nov. 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved location change for 2026 Kennesaw Farmers Market to Depot Park, with market days remaining on Mondays (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a land use permit application for a cottage food business. The board serves as an advisory body making recommendations to the Mayor and Council.

• LU2025-06: Land use permit application for a cottage food business at 2800 Dominion Lane

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a land use permit renewal for Ali Jackson’s cottage‑food business at 2800 Dominion Lane. The approval includes three conditions: the permit is non‑transferable and limited to the applicant, no clients or visible signage are allowed, and it is valid for 24 months. Earlier, the commission also unanimously approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved land use permit renewal for 2800 Dominion Lane with conditions (4-0)
• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will review and vote on several approvals, including a retail package alcohol license for Dasatvam LLC d/b/a Kings Liquor. It will also consider resolutions to award the 2025 Pipe Rehabilitation Project contract, accept street dedications in East Park Village, and approve a final plat for a new public safety building on Moon Station Road. Additional items include acceptance of August 2025 crime statistics and a charter amendment discussion on veto procedures.

• Approval of a Retail Package Alcohol License for Kings Liquor at 2600 Cobb Parkway NW
• Resolution awarding the 2025 Pipe Rehabilitation Project contract to Utility Asset Management, Inc.
• Resolution accepting dedication of streets in East Park Village
• Resolution for engineering design services for Rutledge Road / Cathey Lane Improvements SPLOST Project
• Final plat application for 3080 Moon Station Road to subdivide land for a new Public Safety Building

The council voted unanimously (5‑0) to move the meeting into Executive Session to discuss land, legal, and personnel matters. After the Executive Session, the council voted unanimously (5‑0) to reconvene in Open Session and execute the required affidavit. No other substantive actions were decided during this work session.

• Entered Executive Session – approved 5‑0
• Returned to Open Session and executed affidavit – approved 5‑0

Plan Review Meeting

The agenda for the September 25, 2025, Plan Review Committee meeting contains no scheduled items for discussion or decision.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Central Business District application to construct a mixed‑use development on the parcels at 3033 and 3045 Cherokee Street (Case #CBD2024-03). The meeting also includes approval of the August 15, 2025 minutes, a financial report, and a COAA approval by city staff and the HPC chair. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• Consideration of Central Business District application for mixed‑use development at 3033 & 3045 Cherokee Street (Case #CBD2024-03)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 15, 2025
• Presentation of the financial report
• COAA approval by City Staff and HPC Chair
• Public comments segment

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the August 15, 2025 meeting minutes and the financial report for the HPC line item. The commission then voted 4‑0 to allow the 3033 & 3045 Cherokee Street mixed‑use development to proceed with design changes addressing sidewalk connectivity, shrubbery setbacks, and tree/curb placement. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Neaves and carried without opposition.

• Approved August 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved HPC financial report showing $23,398 balance (4-0)
• Approved proceeding with project designs for 3033 & 3045 Cherokee St with adjustments to sidewalk connectivity (4-0)
• Approved incorporation of landscape comments on shrubbery along southern property line (4-0)
• Approved incorporation of landscape comments on trees and curb at units 9‑12 and parking lot (4-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The September 18, 2025 Plan Review Committee meeting listed its members but did not include any agenda items. The agenda notes “No Agenda Items,” so no projects, contracts, or policy matters were slated for decision or discussion.

City Council

The City Council will hold final public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget. The body will also consider land use and zoning requests and approve several city resolutions.

• Final public hearings for FY 26 Operating Budget and FY 26 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget
• Land Use Permit for 3409 English Oaks Drive and Zoning Variance for 2292 Bayswater Drive
• Text amendment to the Unified Development Code (Case #MISC2025-06)
• Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Main Street Burger, Inc. at 2844 South Main Street
• Engineering Design Services proposals from Patterson & Dewar Engineers for Cherokee Street and Ben King Road

The council unanimously adopted the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget of $34,383,192 and the FY 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) budget. It also approved a land‑use permit for a home bakery at 3409 English Oaks Drive, a zoning variance for 2292 Bayswater Drive, and a text amendment adding short‑term rentals to the Unified Development Code. Additionally, the council accepted engineering design contracts for Cherokee Street ($183,600) and Ben King Road ($158,500). All votes were 5‑0.

• Approved FY 2025‑2026 Operating Budget ($34,383,192) (5‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget (5‑0)
• Approved Land Use Permit for 3409 English Oaks Drive home bakery (5‑0)
• Approved Zoning Variance for 2292 Bayswater Drive deck reconstruction (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑07 amending Unified Development Code for short‑term rentals (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑60 for Cherokee Street engineering design services ($183,600) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑61 for Ben King Road engineering design services ($158,500) (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including ethics certification, road closures, alcohol license, etc. (5‑0)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review its August 31 financial report and open invoices. Board members will hear a presentation on the Cobb County Farmers Bureau Farmers Market proposal. They will consider an authorizing resolution and a first amendment to the rental agreement with Kennesaw Development Owner, LLC (The Lacy). Updates on the Main Street program and a downtown award will also be announced.

• Financial report as of 8/31/25 and review of open invoices
• Presentation/discussion of Cobb County Farmers Bureau Farmers Market proposal
• Authorizing resolution and first amendment to rental agreement with Kennesaw Development Owner, LLC (The Lacy)
• Announcement of Georgia Downtown Association Outstanding Placemaking Project award
• Upcoming Main Street program event announcements

The board unanimously approved the July 11 meeting minutes and the August 31 financial report. It also approved the authorizing resolution and first amendment to the rental agreement with Kennesaw Development Owner, LLC. The board voted to enter a closed executive session and then ratified the actions taken there. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 11 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 31 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved Authorizing Resolution and First Amendment to Rental Agreement with The Lacy (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive (closed) session (5-0)
• Approved resolution ratifying closed‑session actions (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting agenda for September 11, 2025, contains no scheduled items for discussion or decision.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will review the final draft of Hardscape Preservation Guidelines. The body will also consider a proposal from Omega Mapping for ground-penetrating radar in Section III.

• Approval of Hardscape Preservation Guidelines drafted by Ashley Shares
• Proposal from Omega Mapping for ground-penetrating radar of Section III
• August 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Creative Landscape quote for Scattering Garden
• Planning for Clean Up Day and Wreaths Across America

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved several items, including the final Hardscape Preservation Guidelines and a proposal from Omega Mapping to conduct ground‑penetrating radar of Section III. It also approved the purchase of D2 for the upcoming Clean Up Day on October 4, 2025, and directed staff to work with Creative Landscapes on redesigning the Scattering Garden and an overgrown area. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (unanimous)
• Approved final Hardscape Preservation Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved Omega Mapping proposal for ground‑penetrating radar of Section III (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of D2 for Clean Up Day (unanimous)
• Approved Clean Up Day scheduled for Oct 4, 2025, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (unanimous)
• Directed staff to engage Creative Landscapes to redesign Scattering Garden and Section III information center (agreement)
• Noted staff will email lot owners about Clean Up Day (informational)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

City Council Work Session

At the September 8 work session, the Kennesaw City Council will consider final public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating budget and the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) budget. The council will also review a land‑use permit for 3409 English Oaks Drive, a zoning variance for 2292 Bayswater Drive, and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code. Additional items include approval of an alcohol license for Main Street Burger, Inc., updates to the master fee schedule, and resolutions for engineering design services on Cherokee Street and Ben King Road.

• Resolution to adopt FY 26 Operating Budget for the City of Kennesaw
• Resolution to adopt FY 26 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget for the City of Kennesaw
• Land Use Permit application for 3409 English Oaks Drive (Case #LU2025-05)
• Zoning Variance application for 2292 Bayswater Drive (Case #ZV2025-02)
• Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Main Street Burger, Inc. at 2844 South Main Street

The City Council work session approved the minutes of the August 25, 2025 work session, the August 25, 2025 executive session, and the September 2, 2025 regular meeting. All other items were placed on the consent agenda for the regular meeting or deferred for later discussion. No other substantive actions were decided in this work session.

• Approved August 25, 2025 work session minutes (consensus)
• Approved August 25, 2025 executive session minutes (consensus)
• Approved September 2, 2025 regular meeting minutes (consensus)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a project application from Lynne Watts. The committee will review plans for a detached garage and driveway on an empty lot.

• Review of detached garage and driveway application for 2036 Maple Dr.

Events Committee

The Events Committee will review and approve several community events scheduled from September to December 2025. It will also discuss staffing, budgeting, and make recommendations to enhance coordination and public benefit.

• September 10 – Sip & Social (monthly community networking event)
• September 18 – Historic Walking Tour (Kennesaw 101 Downtown tour)
• October 4 – Walk A Mile 2025 (one‑mile walk raising domestic‑violence awareness)
• October 13 – Faith & Blue (law‑enforcement, faith‑based, and resident gathering)
• December 13 – Wreaths Across America Program (one‑hour ceremony and wreath placement)

The committee approved the September 10 Sip & Social event at 1885 Grill, with no fee and parking use, by unanimous vote. It also approved the December 13 Wreaths Across America program, providing city equipment and trash removal, by unanimous vote. No votes were required for the historic walking tour, Walk A Mile, or Faith & Blue events. The August 7, 2025 meeting minutes were likewise approved unanimously.

• Approved September 10 Sip & Social event (unanimous)
• Approved Wreaths Across America program for Dec 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No vote required for September 18 Historic Walking Tour (city event)
• No vote required for October 4 Walk A Mile 2025 (city-sponsored)
• No vote required for October 13 Faith & Blue gathering (city involvement)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several applications for land use, variances, and a preliminary plat. The body will also review a text amendment request for the Unified Development Code submitted by the City of Kennesaw.

• LU2025-05: Home bakery license request for 3409 English Oaks Drive
• ZV2025-02: Setback variance request for 2292 Bayswater Drive
• PP2025-01: Preliminary plat for personal warehouses and self storage on 2.14 +/- acres
• MISC2025-06: Text amendment request for the Unified Development Code

The commission unanimously approved the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It also unanimously approved a land use permit for Dahlia Akar to operate a home bakery at 3409 English Oaks Drive, with specific conditions (4‑0). Additionally, the commission unanimously approved a variance allowing Alberto Florido to encroach 14 feet into the rear setback for a deck at 2292 Bayswater Drive (4‑0). The preliminary plat for personal warehouses and self‑storage was presented, but the minutes do not record a final decision.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved land use permit for home bakery at 3409 English Oaks Drive with conditions (4-0)
• Approved variance for rear‑setback encroachment at 2292 Bayswater Drive (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold first public hearings to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding the allocation and transfer of SPLOST funds for various city projects.

• Public hearing for FY26 Operating Budget
• Public hearing for FY26 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget
• Allocation of 2022 SPLOST excess funds to Public Safety, Cathey Rutledge, and Neighborhood Improvements projects
• Transfer of 2016 SPLOST funds from Sardis Street projects to Ben King Road improvements
• Transfer of 2022 SPLOST funds from Sardis Extension project to Neighborhood Improvements project

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on August 28, 2025 has no items listed for discussion or decision. The agenda consists only of staff and committee member names and a placeholder for applicant and project details, but no specific proposals are presented.

General

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will approve minutes from July and consider accepting July 2025 financial reports. The body will also discuss co-sponsoring a scarecrow event and plans for a Clean Up Day in October.

• Approval of July 10 and July 31, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration to accept July 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Discussion on co-sponsoring 'Scarecrows on Main' event
• Review of draft Hardscape Preservation Guidelines
• Initial discussion regarding October 4, 2025 Clean Up Day

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its July 10 and July 31 meetings and accepted the July 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report, each unanimously (4-0). It also approved co‑sponsoring a scarecrow with the Cemetery Preservation Foundation to promote the Life in the Cemetery event during Scarecrows on Main, unanimously (4-0). The meeting was adjourned at 4:34 p.m. after all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 31, 2025 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted July 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (4-0)
• Approved co‑sponsorship of a scarecrow for the Life in the Cemetery event (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:34 p.m. (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold first public hearings to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget. The body will also consider several resolutions to transfer and allocate SPLOST funds for public safety and road projects.

• First Public Hearing: FY26 Operating Budget
• First Public Hearing: FY26 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget
• Resolution to transfer 2016 SPLOST funds from Sardis Street projects to Ben King Road improvements
• Allocation of 2022 SPLOST excess funds to Public Safety, Cathey Rutledge, and Neighborhood Improvements projects
• Development updates for Townes at Cantrell (3057 N. Main Street) and Ross Pointe subdivision (1651 McCollum Pkwy)

The City Council approved the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It then unanimously approved a motion (5‑0) to move to executive session to discuss land, legal, and personnel matters. Public hearings on the FY26 operating and capital improvement budgets were scheduled for the September 2 regular council meeting. No other resolutions were voted on during this work session.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on August 21, 2025 has no listed agenda items. No projects, rezoning requests, contracts, or ordinance actions are identified in the agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no specific decisions slated.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to renew an interlocal agreement with the City of Acworth for 911 emergency call answering services. The body will also review July 2025 crime statistics and approve minutes from previous millage rate hearings and meetings.

• Resolution for Kennesaw-Acworth 911 Services Renewal Agreement
• July 2025 crime statistics
• Approval of July 28 and August 4 millage rate hearing minutes
• Mayor's (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions

The council approved the consent agenda, adopting the minutes from July 28, August 4, and the August 4 regular meeting unanimously. They also approved Resolution 2025‑49, renewing the interlocal 911 emergency‑call agreement with Acworth for ten years. Finally, the council accepted the July 2025 crime statistics as presented.

• Approved July 28, 2025 First Millage Rate Hearing minutes – unanimous 5-0
• Approved July 28, 2025 Work Session minutes – unanimous 5-0
• Approved August 4, 2025 Second Millage Rate Hearing minutes – unanimous 5-0
• Approved August 4, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes – unanimous 5-0
• Approved Resolution 2025‑49 renewing 10‑year 911 interlocal agreement with Acworth – unanimous 5-0
• Accepted July 2025 crime statistics – unanimous 5-0

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is considering Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations and new construction at three historic sites. The body will also review four administrative approvals for properties on Main Street.

• Exterior renovation at 2926 Lewis Street including a new restroom, laundry room, and break room
• New non-residential event space construction at 2926 Lewis Street
• Exterior alterations at 2908 Moon Station Rd for Arturo Paella Wine & Tapas including a new roof and pergola
• Administrative approvals for 2986 N. Main Street, 3000 N. Main Street, 2820 S. Main Street, and 2971 N. Main Street

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the July 18, 2025 meeting minutes and the financial report, each by a 5-0 vote. Commissioners also voted 5-0 to hear agenda item COA2025-01 before COA2025-06. A motion to approve the proposed chimney brick material for the 2908 Moon Station Rd project passed 4-1, with the condition that the bricks be used only on the two chimneys.

• Approved July 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial report showing $23,398 balance (5-0)
• Approved hearing agenda item COA2025-01 out of order (5-0)
• Approved chimney brick material for 2908 Moon Station Rd, limited to two chimneys (4-1)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on August 14, 2025 lists no agenda items for discussion or decision.

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The scheduled Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting for August 12, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The usual agenda sections (minutes, financial report, old business, new business, public comments, staff comment) remain pending for a future meeting.

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority meeting scheduled for August 8, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of new business items. The next meeting is set for September 12, 2025.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of new business items
• Next meeting scheduled for September 12, 2025

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project application. The agenda includes one item for a single family home.

• Review of single family home project at 2810 Mack Dobbs Rd (Applicant: Timothy Farmer)

Events Committee

The Events Committee will discuss and coordinate several upcoming public events, including the August 8 BASSH networking event, the September 18 Interfaith Peace Breakfast, and the November 30 Lights of Joy holiday display. Members from all city departments will review scheduling, staffing, and budgeting needs for each event. Recommendations for improvements and public benefit will be considered.

• August 8 – BASSH networking event planning
• September 18 – Interfaith Peace Breakfast discussion
• September 24 – Hispanic Heritage Celebration planning
• October 4 – Cemetery Clean‑Up Day coordination
• November 30 – Lights of Joy holiday light display preparation

The committee unanimously approved the July 3 meeting minutes. It also approved the Candy Crawl event, directing that the proposed road closures be presented to the mayor and council on August 25. All other listed community events—including BASSH, the Interfaith Peace Breakfast, Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Cemetery Clean‑Up Day, and Veteran's Day Flag Placement—were approved unanimously. The Lights of Joy application was postponed to the September 4 meeting for further discussion.

• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Candy Crawl event; road‑closure plan to be presented to council (unanimous)
• Approved August 8 BASSH networking event (unanimous)
• Approved September 18 Interfaith Peace Breakfast (unanimous)
• Approved September 24 Hispanic Heritage Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved October 4 Cemetery Clean‑Up Day (unanimous)
• Approved November 2 Veteran's Day Flag Placement (unanimous)
• Postponed Lights of Joy application to Sep 4, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission meeting set for August 6, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The commission serves as an advisory board to the Mayor and Council on planning and zoning matters.

General

The City Council will hold a second public hearing on the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate and consider a resolution to adopt it. A second public hearing will also consider a resolution to adopt the Bond Millage Rate. The Mayor will present (re)appointments to various boards, committees, authorities, and commissions.

• Second public hearing: consider resolution adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Second public hearing: consider resolution adopting the Bond Millage Rate
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to boards, committees, authorities, and commissions

The council heard presentations on the Maintenance & Operation (M&O) millage rate of 7.75 mills and the Bond millage rate of 1.5 mills. Residents asked questions about tax bills, and staff explained rollback options for the bond rate. No vote or formal adoption was recorded before the meeting adjourned.

City Council

The City Council will hold third and final public hearings on two millage rate resolutions: one for Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and one for Bond financing. Council members will also consider a contract for street resurfacing, an alcohol retail license for Legacy Liquors LLC, and a Central Business District residential development at 2785 Watts Drive. Additional items include routine approvals of meeting minutes and updates to personnel policy.

• Resolution to adopt the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Resolution to adopt the proposed Bond Millage Rate
• Resolution awarding a street resurfacing contract to C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc.
• Alcohol Retail Package License for Legacy Liquors LLC d/b/a Bottle Shop at 2774 Cobb Pkwy NW Ste. 111
• Review of Central Business District project for eight detached dwellings at 2785 Watts Drive

The council unanimously approved the 7.75‑mill M&O tax rate and the 1.4‑mill Bond tax rate. It also approved an alcohol retail package license for Legacy Liquors, a $1,679,358.61 street‑resurfacing contract, and the consent agenda. The council voted 4‑1 to deny the Central Business District residential project at 2785 Watts Drive and unanimously accepted the resignation of Planning Commission member Lacey Ragus.

• Approved M&O millage rate of 7.75 mills (5-0)
• Approved Bond millage rate of 1.4 mills (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Retail Package license for Legacy Liquors LLC at 2774 Cobb Pkwy NW Ste 111 (5-0)
• Approved street‑resurfacing contract with C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. for $1,679,358.61 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including cemetery deed and personnel policy update (5-0)
• Denied Central Business District project for eight detached units at 2785 Watts Dr (4-1)
• Accepted resignation of Lacey Ragus from the Planning Commission (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will discuss the application submitted by Michael Judvytis for a patio addition at 2720 S. Main Street. The committee will evaluate the proposal for compliance with zoning and building codes. No other agenda items are listed.

• Review of patio addition request for 2720 S. Main Street (applicant: Michael Judvytis)

General

The Kennesaw City Commission will consider approving a revised proposal for hardscape preservation guidelines costing $2,800 and discuss three proposals for underground imaging services.

• Consideration to approve revised hardscape preservation guidelines ($2,800)
• Discussion of underground imaging proposals for Chalker and Section III
• Review of proposals from Omega Mapping, Sentry Mapping, and GeoModel

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved a revised hardscape preservation guideline proposal costing $2,800, with the motion passing 4‑0. A motion to relocate the kiosk to the west side of the concrete pad also passed 4‑0. Staff presented three underground imaging proposals, but no vote was taken. The regular August 14 meeting was cancelled and a special meeting set for August 28 to review the hardscape guidelines.

• Approved revised hardscape preservation guidelines ($2,800) (4-0)
• Approved relocation of kiosk to west side of concrete pad (4-0)
• Cancelled August 14, 2025 regular meeting
• Scheduled special called meeting for August 28, 2025 to review hardscape guidelines

General

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct the first public hearings on millage rates. The body will consider resolutions to adopt both the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates.

• Public hearing and consideration of the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Public hearing and consideration of the Bond Millage Rate
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions

The July 28, 2025 meeting included first public hearings on a 7.75‑mill Maintenance & Operation (M&O) rate and a 1.5‑mill Bond rate, both unchanged from the prior year. No votes or formal approvals were recorded for either resolution. Public comment was limited to one resident inquiry; otherwise no comments were made.

City Council Work Session

The council will hold third and final public hearings on the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate and the Bond Millage Rate, each considered for adoption via resolution. It will also consider a resolution to revise the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual section 15.5 on training, conference, and meeting‑attendance travel. Additional agenda items include approval of an alcohol retail license for Legacy Liquors and a street‑resurfacing contract with C.W. Matthews Contracting.

• Resolution to update Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual section 15.5 (training, conference, and meeting‑attendance travel policy)
• Resolution to adopt the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate (third and final public hearing)
• Resolution to adopt the proposed Bond Millage Rate (third and final public hearing)
• Alcohol Retail Package License for Legacy Liquors LLC d/b/a Bottle Shop at 2774 Cobb Pkwy NW Ste. 111
• Contract awarded to C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. for resurfacing various streets

The council approved the minutes from the July 14 work session and the July 21 regular meeting. They also authorized the mayor to sign a deed for a cemetery lot purchased by Victoria Ramsey. No other substantive actions were decided during this work session.

• Approved July 14, 2025 work session minutes
• Approved July 21, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Authorized Mayor to sign cemetery deed for Victoria Ramsey

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will discuss the proposed projects at 3621 and 3641 Cherokee Street presented by applicant Nick Pesola. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 am on July 24, 2025 in the Council Chambers. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Discussion of projects at 3621 Cherokee St.
• Discussion of projects at 3641 Cherokee St.

General

The Benefits Committee will approve the minutes from the June 25 meeting. It will consider revisions to Section 15.5 of the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual covering training, conference, and meeting attendance, as well as the travel policy. No other new business items are listed.

• Approve June 25, 2025 Benefits Committee meeting minutes
• Revise Section 15.5 of the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual (training, conference, meeting attendance)
• Update the travel policy in the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual

The committee approved the minutes from the June 25, 2025 Benefits Committee meeting. It also approved revisions to Section 15.5 of the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual covering training, conference, and meeting attendance travel. Both motions were passed after being seconded, with four staff members absent for each vote.

• Approved June 25, 2025 Benefits Committee meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved revisions to Section 15.5 Training, Conference, and Meeting Attendance Travel Policy (motion passed)

City Council

At its July 21 meeting, the Kennesaw City Council will hold a final public hearing on a charter amendment to Section 5.02 that defines candidate qualifications. The council will also consider an ordinance to regulate short‑term rentals, two land‑use permit applications for 3980 Weeks Drive and 1205 Mountain Springs Drive, and an alcohol license for Bonfire Brazil Steakhouse LLC. Additional items include approval of several meeting minutes and a resolution to join an amicus brief in a Georgia Supreme Court case.

• Ordinance: Charter Amendment to Section 5.02, "Qualification of Candidates" (final public hearing)
• Ordinance: Short‑Term Rentals regulation adoption
• Land Use Permit for 3980 Weeks Drive (Case #LU2025-02)
• Land Use Permit for 1205 Mountain Springs Drive (Case #LU2025-03)
• Alcohol License for Bonfire Brazil Steakhouse LLC at 3940 Cherokee Street NW #601

The City Council adopted an amendment to the charter to align candidate qualification dates with state law. It also approved the ordinance adopting short‑term rental regulations. Two conditioned land‑use permits were granted, one for a home childcare business and another for a home‑based soap business. Additional actions included approving an alcohol license, accepting June 2025 crime statistics, and appointing a member to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Approved charter amendment (Ordinance 2025-05) to align candidate qualification period – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Approved short‑term rental ordinance (Ordinance 2025-06) – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Approved conditioned land‑use permit for 3980 Weeks Drive home childcare – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Approved conditioned land‑use permit for 1205 Mountain Springs Drive home soap business – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Approved alcohol license for Bonfire Brazil Steakhouse LLC – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Accepted June 2025 crime statistics – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Approved consent agenda (minutes and resolutions) – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)
• Appointed Doug Edwards to the Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority (term ending Dec 2027) – vote 4-0 (Councilmember Jones absent)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider the Central Business District application to construct eight detached dwelling units on about 0.363 acres at 2785 Watts Drive. The commission will also receive a Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative (COAA) approval for a project at 2840 S Main St. Minutes from the June 20, 2025 meeting and a financial report will be approved.

• Consideration of CBD project: 8 detached units at 2785 Watts Drive (Parcel #20013900580)
• COAA approval request for 2840 S Main St (COAA2025-14)
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 20, 2025
• Financial report presentation
• Public comments and staff comment

Commissioners voted 4-0 to approve the June 20, 2025 meeting minutes. They also approved the financial report showing an unchanged balance of $23,398 with no expenditures in the past thirty days. No formal decisions were made on the Central Business District project at 2785 Watts Drive; the commission only discussed the application.

• Approved June 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved financial report showing $23,398 balance (4-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting on July 17, 2025 in Kennesaw, Georgia has no agenda items listed. The committee members are named, but no projects, rezoning, contracts, or other actions are scheduled for decision or discussion.

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025, is canceled.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold public hearings on a new ordinance regulating short-term rentals and an amendment to the City Charter regarding candidate qualifications. The body will also review land use permits and an alcohol license application.

• Ordinance to adopt Chapter 22, Article XIII regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Charter Amendment to Section 5.02, 'Qualification of Candidates'
• Land Use Permit for 3980 Weeks Drive (Case #LU2025-02)
• Land Use Permit for 1205 Mountain Springs Drive (Case #LU2025-03)
• Alcohol License for Bonfire Brazil Steakhouse LLC at 3940 Cherokee Street NW #601

The City Council directed staff to amend the short‑term rental ordinance to include a 150‑license cap and a 250‑foot buffer, with the revised ordinance to be reviewed in April 2026. The Council placed the resolution to join the Chang v. Milton amicus brief on the consent agenda for the regular meeting. Minutes from the June 30 work session, June 30 executive session, June 30 special budget work session, and the July 7 regular meeting were approved.

• Directed staff to revise short‑term rental ordinance to a 150‑license cap and 250‑foot buffer (no vote recorded)
• Placed Chang v. Milton amicus brief resolution on consent agenda (no vote recorded)
• Approved June 30, 2025 work session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved June 30, 2025 executive session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved June 30, 2025 FY 26 special budget work session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved July 7, 2025 regular meeting minutes (consent agenda)

General

The scheduled City Council FY 26 Budget Work Session and general meeting for July 14, 2025, has been canceled.

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review the CBD application for 2785 Watts Drive, elect a Vice‑Chair, and appoint an additional check signer. The board will also receive a financial report as of June 30, 2025, review open invoices, and hear updates on the Main Street Program. Public comments are scheduled, and the meeting may move to executive session for legal or personnel matters.

• Review and decision on CBD application for 2785 Watts Drive
• Election of a Vice‑Chair for the KDDA
• Appointment of an additional check signer for the authority
• Presentation of Main Street Program updates
• Financial report as of June 30, 2025 and review of open invoices

The board approved the draft minutes from the June 13 meeting (5-0) and the financial report showing a balance of $113,664.94 (unanimous). The CBD application for 2785 Watts Drive was approved (5-0). Ian Coats was appointed Vice‑Chair (4-0, Coats abstaining) and Leslie Patton was appointed an additional check signer (4-0, Patton abstaining).

• Approved June 13 draft minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial report with $113,664.94 balance (unanimous)
• Approved CBD application for 2785 Watts Drive (5-0)
• Appointed Ian Coats as Vice‑Chair (4-0, Coats abstaining)
• Appointed Leslie Patton as additional check signer (4-0, Patton abstaining)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider a residential development concept and elevation submitted by Eric McConaghy for the property at 2785 Watts Drive. The discussion will focus on the design and compliance aspects of the proposed project.

• Review of residential development concept and elevation for 2785 Watts Drive

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will review and vote on the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the June 2025 financial report. Commissioners will hear an update from the Cemetery Preservation Foundation. The commission will consider a proposal from Ashley Shares to create hardscape preservation guidelines, costing $1,800.

• Approve June 12, 2025 Cemetery Preservation Commission minutes
• Accept June 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report
• Consider $1,800 hardscape preservation guidelines proposal from Ashley Shares

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3-0 vote. It also accepted the June 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports, also by a unanimous 3-0 vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0 unanimous)
• Accepted June 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports (3-0 unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a first public hearing on an ordinance to amend the City Charter Section 5.02, which sets qualifications for candidates. Council members will also consider a proposal to reduce the misdemeanor penalty for possession of less than one ounce of cannabis to a fine of up to $500 or community service. Additional items include a resolution to contract with Gordian for interior painting of the Recreation Center and reviews of two Central Business District development applications.

• Misdemeanor cannabis possession penalty reduction: fine not to exceed $500 or community service, no jail time
• Ordinance: Charter amendment to Section 5.02, "Qualification of Candidates" – first public hearing
• Ordinance: Chapter 42 "Elections" amendment to Sections 42-1 and 42-4 regarding candidate qualifications
• Resolution: Authorize contract with Gordian to patch and paint the interior of the Recreation Center
• CBD project application at 2690 Keene Street for mixed‑use development (Case#CBD2025-02)

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2025-04 to amend Sections 42-1 and 42-4 of the city code, aligning candidate qualification periods with the Georgia Municipal Election Code (5-0). A separate motion to draft a cannabis misdemeanor penalty reduction ordinance passed by a 3-2 vote, but the mayor vetoed that directive on July 9, preventing further action. The consent agenda, including prior meeting minutes and a recreation‑center painting resolution, was also approved unanimously (5-0).

• Approved charter amendment to Sections 42-1 and 42-4 (5-0)
• Approved motion to draft cannabis penalty reduction ordinance (3-2)
• Mayor vetoed the cannabis drafting directive on July 9, 2025
• Approved consent agenda items, including June minutes and recreation center painting resolution (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting on July 3, 2025 listed only staff members and contained no agenda items. No projects, rezoning proposals, contracts, or other decisions were presented for review.

Events Committee

The Kennesaw Events Committee will discuss event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming community activities. Old business includes the monthly 1885 - Grill Kennesaw Social. New business covers the Life in the Cemetery Walking Tour (Oct 24‑26, 2025), Bells Across America (Sept 9, 2025), and an updated request for the Candy Crawl festival (Oct 25, 2025). The committee will make recommendations to improve events for residents and visitors.

• 1885 - Grill Kennesaw Social – monthly public social event
• Life in the Cemetery Walking Tour – Oct 24‑26, 2025
• Bells Across America – Sept 9, 2025
• Candy Crawl – Updated request for Oct 25, 2025 downtown festival

The Events Committee approved a one‑time parking lot closure for the 1885 Grill social event, despite no formal application. It also approved the Life in the Cemetery walking tour (Oct 23‑26) and the Bells Across America ceremony (Sept 20). The Candy Crawl festival was postponed to Oct 18, 2025, relocated to Depot Park, and will proceed without a full road closure, pending an updated event application. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved one‑time parking lot closure for 1885 Grill event (unanimous)
• Approved Life in the Cemetery walking tour, Oct 23‑26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Bells Across America ceremony, Sept 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed Candy Crawl to Oct 18, 2025, moved to Depot Park, no full road closure (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2025, Events Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two land use requests for home-based businesses. The commission serves as an advisory board making recommendations to the Mayor and Council.

• LU2025-02: Home childcare business license request for 3980 Weeks Drive (max 6 children)
• LU2025-03: Soap and bath-related products business license request for 1205 Mountain Springs Drive

The commission unanimously approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a land‑use permit for a home‑based childcare at 3980 Weeks Drive and a permit for a home‑based soap business at 1205 Mountain Springs Drive, each with specific conditions and a 24‑month validity. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved LU2025-02 home childcare land‑use permit with conditions (3-0)
• Approved LU2025-03 home soap‑making land‑use permit with conditions (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The council approved a motion to move into executive session, passing it unanimously (5-0). Later, a motion to execute an affidavit was approved 3-0. The council also set dates for public hearings on charter and code election amendments. Consent agenda items approving June 9 and June 16 meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to execute affidavit (3-0)
• Scheduled first public hearing for Charter amendment on July 7, 2025
• Scheduled second public hearing for Charter amendment on July 21, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Code amendment on July 7, 2025
• Approved June 9, 2025 work session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved June 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes (consent agenda)

General

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss the draft operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes mayor and council (re)appointments to boards and commissions, various committee reports, and a public hearing. Council members may vote to enter executive session for matters such as litigation, personnel, or real estate.

• Draft Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards, Committees, Authorities, or Commissions
• Public Hearing(s)
• Committee and Board Reports
• Potential vote to move to Executive Session under O.C.G.A 50-14-3

The City Council heard a presentation of the FY 2026 recommended budget totaling $34,561,990, including a 7.75‑mill millage rate, a $635,570 reserve allocation, and a projected $1,811,906 loss from the senior tax exemption. Details on staffing requests, capital purchases, and grant matches were also provided. No votes, approvals, or rejections were recorded during the meeting, which adjourned at 8:47 p.m.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to evaluate two specific project applications. The body will review plans for a student center and a new single-family home.

• Student Success Center at 3531 Cherokee Street
• New single-family residence at 0 Randolph Circle

Events Committee

The Benefits Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss revisions to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual. Specifically, the body will review updates to Section 15.5 regarding Training, Conference, and Meeting Attendance and the Travel Policy.

• Approval of May 8, 2025, meeting minutes
• Revisions to Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual Section 15.5 (Training, Conference, and Meeting Attendance)
• Review of Travel Policy

The Benefits Committee met on June 25, 2025 and approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. Staff discussed proposed revisions to the travel portion of the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual, including language on reimbursement and use of City‑issued credit cards. The members agreed to use the Excel travel form, move credit‑card language to the beginning of the policy, clarify reimbursement references, and have the City Manager’s office incorporate the changes and reconvene.

• Approved May 8, 2025 Benefits Committee meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Agreed to use the Excel version of the travel forms
• Agreed to move credit‑card language to the beginning of the travel policy
• Agreed to clarify all references to reimbursement in the policy
• Agreed that employees traveling with a spouse/partner need not split room costs
• Confirmed T3 forms remain required for travel advances
• City Manager’s office will incorporate suggested changes and reconvene

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several applications for Certificate of Appropriateness and Central Business District projects. Items include a mixed‑use development with a distillery and restaurant on 0.61 acres at 2690 Keene Street, an addition and exterior renovation at 2871 N Main Street, and a brewery and public plaza on 0.545 acres at 2861 and 2871 N Main Street. The commission will also approve three COAA applications for properties on Cherokee Street and Cherokee Ridge Trail.

• Review of CBD project to build a mixed‑use development (distillery and restaurant) on ~0.61 acres at 2690 Keene St (Case #CBD2025-02)
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for addition and exterior renovation at 2871 N Main St (Case #COA2025-08)
• Review of CBD project to construct a brewery and public plaza on ~0.545 acres at 2861 and 2871 N Main St (Case #CBD2025-04)
• COAA approval for 2839 Cherokee St, Unit D (COAA2025-08)
• COAA approval for 2939 Cherokee St (COAA2025-12) and 2078 Cherokee Ridge Trail (COAA2025-13)

The commission appointed Rachel Butler as temporary Chairwoman. It unanimously approved the minutes from the May 16, 2025 meeting and the financial report. It also unanimously approved the Central Business District application for a mixed‑use development at 2690 Keene Street.

• Appointed Rachel Butler as temporary Chairwoman (unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved financial report (2-0)
• Approved Central Business District project at 2690 Keene St (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a final public hearing on updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short-Term Work Program for the 2025‑2029 period and consider a resolution to adopt those updates. The council will also consider several consent‑agenda items, including approval of recent meeting minutes, a road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue for a City Hall HVAC rooftop unit replacement, and resolutions for Woodland Acres sidewalk improvements, a Main Street affiliate memorandum of understanding, and a final plat application for the Devin's Shire subdivision. Additional agenda items include presentations honoring David Lyons and a police promotion, public comment, and routine reports.

• Final public hearing: adopt updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short-Term Work Program (2025‑2029) – Case# MISC2025-04
• Road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue on June 20, 2025, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. for City Hall HVAC rooftop unit replacement
• Resolution authorizing bid and award contract for Woodland Acres Sidewalk Improvements Phase VIII (CDBG)
• Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for the Georgia Affiliate Main Streets Program
• Final plat application to revise lot lines in the Devin's Shire townhome subdivision (Parcel #20013804350) – Case# FP2025-02

The council approved Resolution No. 2025‑40, adopting the updated Capital Improvement Element and Short‑Term Work Program for 2025‑2029. It also approved a road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue for June 20, 2025, authorized the Woodland Acres Phase VIII sidewalk project, and accepted the resignation of David Lyons from the Downtown Development Authority. Additional items approved unanimously included several meeting minutes, the May 2025 crime statistics, a final plat for the Devin’s Shire subdivision, and a memorandum of understanding for the Georgia Main Streets program.

• Adopted Resolution 2025‑40 updating Capital Improvement Element & Short‑Term Work Program (5‑0)
• Approved road closure on J.O. Stephenson Ave June 20, 2025, 8 am‑8 pm (5‑0)
• Authorized Woodland Acres Sidewalk Improvements Phase VIII (Resolution 2025‑41) (5‑0)
• Approved Main Street Affiliate MOU with Georgia DCA (Resolution 2025‑42) (5‑0)
• Accepted resignation of David Lyons from Downtown Development Authority (5‑0)
• Approved final plat application for Duncan Dr (Devin’s Shire) (5‑0)
• Accepted May 2025 crime statistics (5‑0)
• Approved multiple meeting minutes (May 27‑June 2) via consent agenda (5‑0)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review project applications for properties on Keene Street and N. Main Street. The board will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for the Main Streets Program.

• CBD Project Approval: 2861 N. Main Street
• Updated concept drawings: CBD Application 2690 Keene Street
• 2025-2026 Main Street Affiliate Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Department of Community Affairs
• Discussion of dumpster enclosure repair

The board approved the CBD development application for 2861 N. Main Street with a unanimous vote. It also approved a bid to replace the dumpster enclosure doors at 2840 S. Main Street, subject to a price cap, and ratified a Main Street program MOU with a 7‑0 vote. All other routine items, including minutes, financial report and open invoices, passed unanimously.

• Approved CBD project at 2861 N. Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved dumpster enclosure door replacement bid with 10% price cap (unanimous)
• Approved Main Street Affiliate MOU with Georgia Dept. of Community Affairs (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 05.09.25 (unanimous)
• Approved financial report as of 05/31/25 (unanimous)
• Approved open legal invoice (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider a retail development submitted by Jennifer Friend located at 2893 N. Main St. The discussion will focus on the project's compliance with zoning and building regulations.

• Retail project review – 2893 N. Main St (applicant Jennifer Friend) scheduled for 9:00 am

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from its May 8 meeting and accept the May 2025 financial report. It will receive an update from the Cemetery Preservation Foundation and review progress on the Memorial Tree Project, cemetery map scans, and Section III survey pin covers. New business includes discussions on a ground‑penetrating radar update and plans for headstone preservation.

• Approve May 8, 2025 Cemetery Preservation Commission minutes
• Accept May 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Update on Memorial Tree Project, cemetery map scans, and Section III survey pin covers
• Discussion of ground‑penetrating radar update
• Discussion of headstones and preservation planning

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the May 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports, each with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were decided; the remainder of the agenda consisted of updates and discussions.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (4-0)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission will meet to review its minutes, receive a financial report, and discuss next steps for a sister cities agreement with Montepulciano, Italy. The commission will also address any old business, hear public comments, and receive staff input before adjourning.

• Call to Order / Roll Call
• Approval of the Meeting Minutes
• Financial Report
• Discussion: Next Steps to Establishing a Sister Cities Agreement with Montepulciano, Italy
• Public Comments

The commission approved a plan to advertise the three open seats on the Sister Cities Commission. Members set a June 18 deadline for feedback on a draft Memorandum of Understanding with Montepulciano, Italy, and will forward the revised draft for mayoral and council approval. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (4‑0).

• Agreed to advertise the three open commission seats (no vote recorded)
• Set June 18, 2025 deadline for feedback on the Montepulciano MOU draft
• Will submit revised MOU to Montepulciano officials and then to Kennesaw mayor and council for approval
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (4‑0)

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a final public hearing to consider a resolution adopting updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2025‑2029. The council will also vote on a road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue for a City Hall HVAC unit replacement, approve a sidewalk improvement contract in Woodland Acres, and adopt a final plat for the Devin's Shire subdivision on Duncan Drive. Additional items include a memorandum of understanding for the Georgia Affiliate Main Streets program.

• Final public hearing: resolution to adopt updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (2025‑2029) – Case# MISC2025-04
• Road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue on June 20, 2025, 8 am‑8 pm for City Hall RTU replacement
• Resolution authorizing bid and award contract for Woodland Acres Sidewalk Improvements Phase VIII (CDBG)
• Approval of final plat application for Duncan Dr (Devin's Shire) revising lot lines for lots 7‑12, 13‑19, 27‑31 – Case# FP2025-02
• Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for the Main Street Affiliate Program

The council approved several items, including a road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue on June 20, 2025, and a resolution authorizing a $405,288.10 contract for Woodland Acres Sidewalk Improvements Phase VIII. It also approved the final plat for Devin’s Shire, the Main Streets MOU, and directed staff to budget for a 4.4% sanitation rate increase. The council declined to pursue truck traffic restrictions on McCollum Parkway. All listed minutes were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved road closure on J.O. Stephenson Avenue June 20, 2025 (8 a.m.–8 p.m.)
• Approved resolution authorizing $405,288.10 contract for Woodland Acres Sidewalk Improvements Phase VIII
• Approved final plat application for Devin’s Shire townhome subdivision (Case FP2025-02)
• Approved resolution for Main Streets Affiliate Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia DCA
• Directed City Manager to budget for proposed 4.4% sanitation rate increase
• Declined to pursue truck traffic restrictions on McCollum Parkway
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2025 work session, May 27 executive session, May 28 special, May 30 special, May 30 executive, and June 2 regular meetings
• Accepted May 2025 crime statistics

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review project details for three separate applications. The body will examine plans for a garage, professional offices, and a residential development.

• 24’ x 30’ Garage Structure at 2960 Cobb Parkway
• Professional Offices/Storage at 4001 Cobb International Blvd
• Residential Development on Maple Drive

Events Committee

The Kennesaw Events Committee met on June 5, 2025 to review and adjust the schedule of upcoming community events. Members from multiple city departments discussed the rescheduled date for the Main Street Cruise-In, the Medal of Honor Convention, National Night Out, and the Candy Crawl festival. The committee will make recommendations to improve these events for residents and visitors.

• Reschedule Main Street Cruise-In to August 9, 2025, 8 AM–12 PM at Kennesaw First Baptist
• Plan September 30, 2025 Medal of Honor Convention reenactment at the Southern Museum
• Schedule National Night Out for August 5, 2025 to connect community with public safety officials
• Update Candy Crawl (Downtown Kennesaw Trick‑or‑Treating Family Festival) to October 25, 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved the 2025 Medal of Honor Convention, a private reenactment event, with a unanimous vote. The Main Street Cruise‑In was rescheduled to August 9, 2025 without a formal vote. The committee deferred a vote on the proposed date and layout change for the October 25 Candy Crawl to the next meeting and will revisit the 1885‑Grill Kennesaw event fee schedule in July.

• Approved May 1, 2025 Events Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Medal of Honor Convention (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Main Street Cruise‑In to August 9, 2025 (no formal vote required)
• Deferred vote on Candy Crawl date and layout change to next meeting
• Agreed to revisit 1885‑Grill Kennesaw event fee schedule at July meeting
• Noted National Night Out event; no vote required
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 4, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The usual procedural items such as roll call, announcements, and minutes approval were not addressed.

City Council

The City Council will hold a first public hearing regarding updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2025-2029. The body is also considering three alcohol licenses and a contract for July 3rd fireworks.

• Public hearing for Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (CIE/STWP) 2025-2029
• Agreement with PYRO Shows East Coast Inc. for July 3rd fireworks
• Retail Package Alcohol License for RK Gas and Food Inc (1880 Old 41 HWY NW STE 100)
• Retail Pouring Alcohol License for SPC Kennesaw, Inc. (2718 Summers St)
• Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Antojoland, LLC (2851 Cobb Pkwy NW STE 210)

The council adopted the consent agenda, which included a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a fireworks agreement for July 3. It also approved retail alcohol licenses for RK Gas & Food Mart, SPC Kennesaw (SuBourbon Bar), and Antojoland LLC. All approvals passed with a 4-0 vote, with Councilmember Viars absent.

• Consent agenda (including fireworks resolution) approved 4-0
• Retail package alcohol license for RK Gas & Food Mart approved 4-0
• Retail pouring alcohol license for SPC Kennesaw (SuBourbon Bar) approved 4-0
• Retail pouring alcohol license for Antojoland LLC approved 4-0

General

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing steps to pursue legal action to resolve a dispute with Cobb County over the service delivery strategy. The meeting also includes standard items such as an invocation, pledge of allegiance, public comment, and the option to enter executive session for confidential matters. No other business items are listed.

• Resolution to authorize legal action regarding Cobb County service delivery strategy

The City Council entered executive session to discuss legal matters, then reconvened in open session and executed an affidavit as required by law. The Council also approved Resolution No. 2025-38, authorizing actions to secure legal action regarding the service delivery strategy for Cobb County. All three motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Entered executive session to discuss legal matters (approved 4-0)
• Reopened open session and executed affidavit (approved 4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-38 to secure legal action on service delivery dispute (approved 4-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project on Cobb Parkway submitted by applicant Dale Bright. The agenda lists no other business for this session.

• Project review for Cobb Parkway (parcels 20017501160 & 20017501170) submitted by Dale Bright

General

The Kennesaw City Council will consider a resolution to adopt a Service Delivery Strategy agreement and to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement forms. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No other business is listed for this special called meeting.

• Resolution to adopt Service Delivery Strategy agreement and authorize mayor to sign

The Kennesaw City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-37, adopting an updated Service Delivery Strategy agreement and authorizing Mayor Derek Easterling to sign the documents. The vote was unanimous, 5‑0. The agreement will remain in effect for the remainder of the city's 10‑year term, with Mableton still pending its own approval.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-37 adopting Service Delivery Strategy agreement and authorizing Mayor to sign (unanimous 5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short‑Term Work Program for 2025‑2029 and will consider a resolution to adopt the report, with final action scheduled for the June 16 regular meeting. The agenda also includes a consent agenda to approve recent meeting minutes, consideration of three retail alcohol license applications, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to contract PYRO Shows East Coast Inc. for July 3 fireworks, and a discussion on reducing cannabis misdemeanor penalties.

• Public hearing on updates to the Capital Improvement Element & Short‑Term Work Program (2025‑2029); resolution adoption deferred to June 16, 2025
• Consideration of a Retail Package Alcohol License for RK Gas and Food Inc (Food Mart) – beer, wine, Sunday sales – 1880 Old 41 HWY NW STE 100
• Consideration of a Retail Pouring Alcohol License for SPC Kennesaw, Inc (SuBourbon Bar) – liquor, beer, wine, Sunday sales – 2718 Summers St
• Consideration of a Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Antojoland, LLC (Antolandandia) – beer, Sunday sales – 2851 Cobb Pkwy NW STE 210
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PYRO Shows East Coast Inc. for July 3 fireworks

The council approved the minutes from the May 10, May 12 (work and executive) and May 19 meetings. A motion to enter executive session was approved 5-0, followed by a motion to reconvene the open session, also approved 5-0. No other items were decided; updates to the Capital Improvement Element were postponed and the cannabis decriminalization discussion was withdrawn.

• Approved May 10, 2025 Council Discussion Session minutes
• Approved May 12, 2025 Work Session minutes
• Approved May 12, 2025 Executive Session minutes
• Approved May 19, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
• Motion to enter Executive Session approved 5-0
• Motion to reconvene Open Session approved 5-0

Plan Review Meeting

The agenda for the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on May 22, 2025 lists no items for discussion. The meeting will proceed without any specific project reviews or decisions noted in the agenda.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider several routine approvals, including minutes from recent meetings. It will vote on resolutions to temporarily relocate a polling site, to execute a framework agreement with Cobb County for a reclamation project on Cobb International Blvd, and to approve service contracts for public safety facility testing and a right‑of‑way purchase. The council will also accept the April 2025 crime statistics report.

• Approve April 28, 2025 work session minutes
• Approve May 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Resolution to temporarily co‑locate Kennesaw 4A polling at Ben Robertson Community Center with Kennesaw 3A
• Resolution authorizing a framework agreement with Cobb County for a reclamation project on Cobb International Blvd
• Resolution accepting Geo‑Hydro Engineers proposal for construction material testing services for the Kennesaw Public Safety Facility

The council voted unanimously to add and approve a resolution for emergency stormwater repairs at 2500 Cobb International Boulevard, costing $194,000. It also approved the purchase of the right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street for $7,000, with the buyer covering typical fees. The consent agenda, including minutes, polling location changes, vehicle surplus, and easement agreements, was approved, and April 2025 crime statistics were accepted.

• Added item 15.C (emergency stormwater repair) to agenda – approved 5-0
• Removed item 15.A from agenda – approved 5-0
• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes, polling location resolution, vehicle surplus, framework agreement, construction easement) – approved 5-0
• Accepted April 2025 crime statistics – approved 5-0
• Approved purchase of right‑of‑way at 2995 & 2997 North Main St. for $7,000 – approved 4-0-1
• Approved emergency stormwater repair at 2500 Cobb International Blvd for $194,000 – approved 5-0

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving an amendment to the Certificate of Appropriateness for an exterior renovation at 2981 North Main Street, allowing dormer changes to meet building code requirements. The commission will also review two Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative requests for 2250 J.O. Stephenson Avenue and 3000 North Main Street. Additional agenda items include approval of the April 25, 2025 meeting minutes, a financial report, and standard discussion and public comment periods.

• Amendment to Certificate of Appropriateness (COA2025-02) for exterior renovation at 2981 North Main Street
• COAA2025-10 approval request for 2250 J.O. Stephenson Avenue
• COAA2025-11 approval request for 3000 North Main Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 25, 2025
• Financial report presentation

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes from April 25, 2025. It also unanimously approved the financial report showing a $23,398 balance. A motion was unanimously passed to approve the proposed alteration to the Certificate of Appropriateness for 2981 North Main Street, contingent on submission of engineering drawings. Two Certificate of Appropriateness applications (COAA2025-10 and COAA2025-11) were noted as administratively approved by city staff.

• Approved April 25, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved financial report with $23,398 balance (3-0)
• Approved alterations to COA for 2981 North Main St. pending engineering docs (3-0)
• COAA2025-10 roof replacement at 2250 J.O. Stephenson Ave administratively approved
• COAA2025-11 fence augmentation and roof replacement at 3000 N Main St. administratively approved

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on May 15, 2025 includes a review of an application submitted by Greg Kirkpatrick. The proposal seeks to convert an existing commercial structure at 3268 Cherokee Street to residential use. The committee will discuss and decide on this conversion request.

• Application by Greg Kirkpatrick to convert a commercial building to residential use at 3268 Cherokee Street (scheduled for 9:00 am discussion)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025, has been canceled. No actions were taken.

City Council Work Session

At the May 12, 2025 work session, the council will consider several resolutions including a temporary co‑location of polling places K4A at K3A (Ben Robertson Community Center) through the end of 2025, a purchase offer for the abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street, a framework agreement with Cobb County for a reclamation project on Cobb International Blvd., and the award of construction material testing services for the Kennesaw Public Safety Facility. The council will also accept the April 2025 crime statistics and approve the surplus disposal of select city vehicles.

• Resolution: Temporary co‑location of polling locations K4A at K3A (Ben Robertson Community Center) through end of 2025
• Resolution: Offer for abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street
• Resolution: Framework Agreement with Cobb County for reclamation project on Cobb International Blvd.
• Resolution: Construction Material Testing Services for Public Safety Facility (proposal from Geo‑Hydro Engineers)
• Resolution: Temporary Construction Easement and Bank Protection Easement to Cobb County

The City Council approved the minutes from the April 28 work session, the May 5 regular meeting, and the May 5 executive session. A motion to table the resolution on the abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street was adopted with a 4‑0 vote. No other items were decided during the work session.

• Approved April 28, 2025 work session minutes
• Approved May 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved May 5, 2025 executive session minutes
• Tabled Resolution: Offer for abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street (4-0)

General

The Kennesaw City Council held a discussion session to present roles and responsibilities for council members. Members explored personal visions, goals, and how they align with the city’s overall vision. The meeting also included a segment on creating a shared vision for the city.

• Presentation on roles and responsibilities by GMA Member Services consultant Michael McPherson
• Councilmember vision and goal discussion
• Creating a shared vision segment

The May 10 City Council meeting featured a presentation by GMA consultant Michael McPherson on roles, culture, and challenges. Council members discussed the orientation process for newly elected officials. The Council agreed that the orientation process should be improved. No formal votes or other actions were recorded.

• Agreed to improve orientation process for newly elected councilmembers

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will meet to review a CBD project application and discuss the purchase of new folding chairs. The board will also review the financial report as of April 30, 2025.

• CBD Project Application: Lazy Guy; 2960 Keene Street
• Purchase of new folding chairs
• Conflict of Interest statement from Mark Allen
• Financial Report as of 4.30.25

The board approved the draft minutes from the April 11 meeting (4‑0) and the April 30 financial report (5‑0). Members accepted Chair Mark Allen’s conflict‑of‑interest statement (5‑0). The board approved the concept for the Lazy Guy distillery project at 2690 Keene Street (4‑0). The board approved the purchase of 120 new folding chairs with dollies and security straps (5‑0).

• Approved draft meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 30 financial report (5-0)
• Accepted Chair Mark Allen’s conflict of interest statement (5-0)
• Approved Lazy Guy development concept at 2690 Keene Street (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 120 folding chairs with dollies and security straps (5-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting on May 8, 2025 in Kennesaw, Georgia has no agenda items listed. The meeting will consist of procedural matters only.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider approval of the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes and acceptance of the April 2025 financial report. Commissioners will receive updates on the kiosk/memorial‑tree signage plan and on 2025 cemetery events. The new business item seeks approval to scan several cemetery maps into a digital format. Staff will also provide reminders about upcoming FY 26‑27 projects.

• Approve April 10, 2025 Cemetery Preservation Commission minutes
• Accept April 2025 Cemetery Fund financial reports
• Update on kiosk/memorial‑tree signage in Section III
• Update on 2025 Kennesaw City Cemetery events (Decoration Day, Memorial Day, etc.)
• Approve scanning of Kennesaw City Cemetery maps into digital format

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the April 10 minutes and the April financial report, both unanimously (3-0). It voted to keep the original kiosk layout, to scan three section maps and the engineered map for $28, and to relocate trees around the new information center, each passing 3-0. All motions were seconded and approved with Judi Burrell absent.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 2025 Cemetery Fund financial report (3-0)
• Approved keeping original kiosk layout with 24" x 18" display (3-0)
• Approved scanning three section maps and the engineered map for $28 (3-0)
• Approved moving trees around the new information center in Section III (3-0)

General

The Benefits Committee is meeting to discuss revisions to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual. The discussion focuses on Section 15.5 regarding training, conference, and meeting attendance, as well as the travel policy.

• Revisions to Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual Section 15.5 (Training, Conference, and Meeting Attendance)
• Review of Travel Policy

The committee reviewed proposed revisions to the City of Kennesaw travel policy, including per‑diem rates, electronic reimbursement requests, and spouse travel rules. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The City Manager's office will consider the input and respond to the questions raised.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss an intergovernmental agreement for a fire prevention service district. The body will also review the fiscal year 2024 audit report and certify the 2025 estimated rollback rate for assessments.

• Resolution for intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County for fire prevention service district
• Certification of estimated rollback rate for 2025 Notice of Assessment
• Audit Report for Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2024, by Mauldin and Jenkins, LLC
• Mayor's (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a resolution to enter an intergovernmental fire‑prevention service agreement with Cobb County. Councilmembers also certified the current 7.75 % M&O millage rate and accepted the 2024 audit report. Mayor‑appointed members were ratified to the Benefits Committee, and Sam Hensley, Jr. was appointed City Attorney by a 4‑1 vote. Additional motions authorized executive‑session proceedings and confirmed legal representation in service‑delivery negotiations.

• Approved consent agenda and fire‑prevention district agreement (5‑0)
• Certified adopted M&O millage rate of 7.75 % (5‑0)
• Accepted FY 2024 audit report (5‑0)
• Ratified Benefits Committee appointments (5‑0)
• Appointed Sam Hensley, Jr. as City Attorney (4‑1)
• Entered Executive Session for legal and personnel matters (5‑0)
• Added agenda item on Special Counsel representation in negotiations (5‑0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter confirming Smith, Welch, Webb & White representation (5‑0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet on May 1, 2025 to review the Snowball Shop project submitted by Andrew Collins at 2760 S. Main St. The committee will discuss the project's compliance with building and zoning regulations. No other agenda items are listed.

• Review of Snowball Shop project at 2760 S. Main St. (Applicant: Andrew Collins)

Events Committee

The Events Committee will meet to coordinate scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for city events. The body will discuss preparations for a Juneteenth celebration, a cemetery walking tour, and a document shredding event.

• June 14, 2025: Unity in the Community - Juneteenth Celebration
• June 22, 2025: Symbols of the Cemetery Walking Tour
• October 11, 2025: City of Kennesaw Document Shredding Event

The committee unanimously approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Symbols of the Cemetery Walking Tour scheduled for June 22, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 3:38 p.m.

• Approved March 6, 2025 Events Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Symbols of the Cemetery Walking Tour (June 22, 2025) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:38 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County regarding a fire prevention service district. The body will also review the fiscal year 2024 audit report and certify the 2025 estimated rollback rate for assessments.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobb County for a fire prevention service district
• Audit Report for Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2024 by Mauldin and Jenkins, LLC
• Certification of estimated rollback rate for 2025 Notice of Assessment
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions

The council approved the minutes from the April 14 work session, the April 14 executive session, the April 21 regular meeting, and the April 21 executive session. No other formal actions were taken during the work session.

• Approved April 14, 2025 work session minutes
• Approved April 14, 2025 executive session minutes
• Approved April 21, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved April 21, 2025 executive session minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider Certificate of Appropriateness applications for renovations and new construction. The body will also review staff-approved administrative certificates for several properties.

• Exterior renovation at 2926 Lewis Street including a new restroom, laundry room, and break room
• Construction of a new event space with a dance area and mezzanine at 2926 Lewis Street
• Replacement of a pergola with a deck roof at 3000 North Main Street
• Administrative approvals for 2912 Galt Place, 2996 North Main Street, and 2828 Cherokee Street
• Administrative approvals for 2844 South Main Street, 2243 Lewis Street, 2927 Lewis Street, and 2902 Galt Place

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for the exterior renovation at 2926 Lewis Street, requiring that any exposed concrete be covered or finished to match existing materials. The commission also unanimously deferred the new non‑residential construction application for the same property, giving the applicant 30 days to review Section 5 of the Historic Preservation Design Standards before resubmitting. Minutes from the February 21 meeting and the financial report were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovation at 2926 Lewis St, with concrete material condition (3-0)
• Deferred new non‑residential construction application for 2926 Lewis St; applicant to review guidelines and re‑present (3-0)
• Approved February 21, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved financial report showing $23,398 balance (3-0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a project application for 2690 Keene St. The session focuses on a proposed extension and mixed-use development for Lazy Guy Distillery.

• Review of Lazy Guy Distillery Extension/Mixed Use at 2690 Keene St.

General

The Kennesaw Ethics Board meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were presented, so no approvals, discussions, or decisions took place. The cancellation was noted in the agenda as due to a lack of items.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to meeting procedures and the Master Fee Schedule. Members are considering new strategic goals for 2025-2027 and an ordinance regarding public gatherings. The body will also review several park expansions and property acquisitions.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for $500,000 for historic preservation of the Hiram Butler House
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 78 regarding Events, Parades, and Public Gatherings
• Resolution for professional services from Patterson & Dewar Engineers for Chalker Park design
• Resolution for playground expansions at Kennesaw Station and Adams Park via GameTime
• Purchase of right-of-way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street

The council denied a $5,000 offer to purchase the abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street (vote 1‑3‑1). It also withdrew a proposed update to meeting procedures and postponed an ordinance on events and gatherings to June 30 and July 7, 2025 (both votes 5‑0). The consent agenda, March 2025 crime statistics, and several board appointments were approved unanimously, and the council entered executive session to discuss land and legal matters.

• Denied $5,000 purchase offer for right‑of‑way at 2995 & 2997 North Main St (1‑3‑1)
• Withdrawn resolution to update Mayor and Council meeting procedures (5‑0)
• Postponed ordinance amending Chapter 78 events gathering to June 30 work session & July 7 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, fee schedule, strategic goals, park design, playground, intergovernmental agreement) (5‑0)
• Accepted March 2025 crime statistics (5‑0)
• Ratified appointments of Jennifer Gordy, Lt. Adam Hainline, Kamil McElwee to Benefits Committee (5‑0)
• Entered executive session to discuss land and legal matters (5‑0)
• Approved affidavit compliance motion (5‑0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to evaluate two specific site proposals. The body will review requests for a hair salon/spa and a pizza restaurant expansion.

• Retail space for hair salon/spa at 2652 S. Main Street
• Pizza restaurant parking lot expansion at 3905 Jiles Rd
• Addition of patio and outdoor seating at 3905 Jiles Rd

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority will approve its January 15 meeting minutes and review the financial report as of March 31, 2025. It will also consider a listing agreement for the property at 2881 N Main Street and a purchase‑sale agreement for the Jiles Place property.

• Consideration of Listing Agreement for 2881 N Main Street
• Consideration of PSA for Jiles Place Property

The Kennesaw Development Authority approved the meeting minutes from January 16, 2025 with a unanimous 4-0 vote. The financial report covering March 31, 2025 was also approved unanimously (4-0). The board discussed a listing agreement for 2881 N Main Street and a PSA for the Jiles Place property, but no decisions were made on those items. The meeting was adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved financial report as of 03/31/25 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will consider several resolutions, including updating the Master Fee Schedule, adopting new meeting procedures, and approving the 2025-2027 Strategic Goals. A key item is a resolution to authorize purchase of professional services from Patterson & Dewar Engineers for the phased design of Chalker Park. Additional items include a resolution to accept an offer for right‑of‑way purchase on North Main Street and a resolution to expand playgrounds at Kennesaw Station and Adams Park.

• Resolution: Master Fee Schedule Updates
• Resolution: Update to Mayor and Council Meeting Procedures
• Resolution: 2025-2027 Strategic Goals
• Resolution: Chalker Park Design Proposal – purchase services from Patterson & Dewar Engineers
• Resolution: Offer for Abandoned Right‑of‑Way at 2995 and 2997 North Main Street

The City Council approved the minutes from the March 31 work session and executive session, as well as the April 7 regular and executive sessions. Councilmembers voted 4‑0 to enter executive session to discuss land matters, and then 4‑0 to execute an affidavit as required. No other resolutions were voted on during this work session.

• Approved March 31, 2025 work session minutes
• Approved March 31, 2025 executive session minutes
• Approved April 7, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved April 7, 2025 executive session minutes
• Entered executive session to discuss land (vote 4-0)
• Approved execution of affidavit after executive session (vote 4-0)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review its March financial report and open invoices, discuss a previously tabled RFP response for the Drinks at the Depot event, and consider an incentive application from Highpoint development at 2681 S. Main Street (Lacy Phase II). The board will also provide Main Street program updates, including a Facebook page discussion, the 2024 Community Impact Report, and adoption of a downtown vision statement. Public comments and director remarks are scheduled before the meeting may move to executive session if needed.

• Consider incentive application from Highpoint development at 2681 S. Main Street (Lacy Phase II)
• Discussion of RFP response for Drinks at the Depot event (tabled from March 14, 2025 meeting)
• Financial Report as of 3.31.25 and review of open invoices
• Main Street Program updates: Facebook page, 2024 impact report, adopt vision statement
• Potential executive session for litigation, legal actions, personnel or real estate matters

The board unanimously approved the Highpoint development inducement resolution authorizing up to $60 M in economic development bonds. It also rejected the Drinks at the Depot event proposals, deleted the KDDA Facebook page, and adopted a revised downtown vision statement.

• Approved Inducement Resolution for Highpoint Phase II (up to $60M bonds) (5-0)
• Rejected all proposals from the Drinks at the Depot RFP (5-0)
• Deleted/unpublished KDDA Facebook page; use Downtown Kennesaw social media (5-0)
• Approved vision statement #3 with updated language (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2025 meeting minutes as presented (5-0)
• Approved financial report as of 3/31/25 (5-0)
• Approved payment of open legal invoice (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will review and vote on the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the March 2025 financial report. It will also discuss an update from the Cemetery Preservation Foundation. The commission will consider removing the pergola from Section III and moving the kiosk to that location.

• Approve March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve March 2025 financial reports
• Cemetery Preservation Foundation update
• Consider removal of pergola from Section III and relocation of kiosk to that site

The Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the March 2025 financial report, each by a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners then accepted the FY 2025‑26 budget as presented by the city clerk, also by a 3‑0 vote. A separate motion to remove the unstable pergola and benches in Section III and relocate the kiosk was approved unanimously (3:0).

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved March 2025 financial report (3-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 budget as presented (3-0)
• Approved removal of pergola and benches, relocation of kiosk in Section III (3:0)

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet at 9:00 am on April 10, 2025 to review a concept for developing the site at 2785 Watts Drive. The proposal is submitted by applicant Eric McConaghy. The committee will discuss the project's feasibility and compliance with city planning guidelines.

• Concept development proposal for 2785 Watts Drive (applicant: Eric McConaghy)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The April 8, 2025 meeting of the Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was scheduled for 6:00 PM at Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue
• Meeting date: April 8, 2025
• Scheduled time: 6:00 PM

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program. The body is also deciding on election contracts, road closures for festivals, and the sale of abandoned right-of-way land.

• Public hearing for 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Short Term Work Program (Case #MISC2025-03)
• Contract with Cobb County Board of Elections and Registration for November 4, 2025, election
• Proposal from Allstar Lighting & Electrical Services, Inc. for Adams Park electrical service replacement
• Road closures for Taste of Kennesaw (Nov 1) and Pigs and Peaches Festival (Aug 15-16)
• Sale of abandoned right-of-way fronting 2995 and 2997 North Main Street

The council unanimously approved a resolution to submit updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2025‑2029. It also approved the sale of an abandoned right‑of‑way fronting 2995 and 2997 North Main Street for $12,300, with a 3‑1‑1 vote. Additional actions included accepting February 2025 crime statistics and adopting the consent agenda items.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-22 to submit Capital Improvement updates (5-0)
• Approved sale of abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 & 2997 North Main St. for $12,300 (3-1-1)
• Accepted February 2025 crime statistics (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items (minutes, cemetery deeds, election contract, Adams Park electrical service, road closures) (5-0)
• Appointed SPLOST Committee members (Mayor appointment)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss land matters (5-0)
• Reopened Open Session and directed execution of affidavit (5-0)

Events Committee

The Events Committee will meet to discuss event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider an application from Avi Teklegiorgis for a new attached car garage at 2087 Winsburg Drive. The meeting agenda lists this as the sole item to be reviewed at 9:00 am. No decision or vote is recorded in the agenda.

• Review of new attached car garage application at 2087 Winsburg Drive (Avi Teklegiorgis)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program. The body is also considering election contracts, road closures for festivals, and electrical service replacements at Adams Park.

• Public hearing for the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Short Term Work Program (Case #MISC2025-03)
• Contract with Cobb County Board of Elections and Registration for Council Posts 3, 4, and 5 elections
• Road closures for Taste of Kennesaw (Nov 1) and Pigs and Peaches Festival (Aug 15-16)
• Proposal from Allstar Lighting & Electrical Services, Inc. for Adams Park electrical replacement
• Land appraisal for abandoned right-of-way at 2995 & 2997 North Main St.

The council approved the sale of the abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 and 2997 North Main St. for $12,300. It also approved a $30,130.97 contract to replace electrical service at Adams Park, and approved road closures for the Taste of Kennesaw festival (Nov 1 2025) and the Pigs and Peaches Festival (Aug 15‑16 2025). Minutes for March meetings and several cemetery deed authorizations were approved, February 2025 crime statistics were accepted, and a draft Capital Improvement Short‑Term Work Program was transmitted for review.

• Authorized sale of abandoned right‑of‑way at 2995 & 2997 North Main St. for $12,300
• Approved $30,130.97 contract for Adams Park electrical service replacement
• Approved road closures for Taste of Kennesaw festival on Nov 1 2025
• Approved road closures for 2025 Pigs and Peaches Festival Aug 15‑16 2025
• Approved minutes for March 10 work session and March 17 regular meeting
• Authorized mayor to sign cemetery deeds for lots purchased by Marlene Zachman, Cary Todd & Mildred Nesmith, and Fraternal Amuri Misako
• Accepted February 2025 crime statistics
• Transmitted draft 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Short‑Term Work Program for agency review

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee met on March 27, 2025 in the Council Chambers. The agenda listed the committee members but contained no applicant projects or discussion items. Consequently, no decisions or proposals were presented at this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for March 21, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The commission’s next meeting is set for April 18, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will review the application submitted by Glenn Wiggins for a home addition at 2400 Brookgreen Common. The committee will discuss the proposal’s compliance with building codes and local zoning regulations. No other agenda items were listed.

• Home addition proposal by Glenn Wiggins at 2400 Brookgreen Common

City Council

At the March 17 meeting the Kennesaw City Council will vote on several land‑use items. Items include an ordinance to rezone 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road, a land‑use permit for 4227 Carillon Trace, a rezoning and variance for 2615 & 2681 South Main Street, and a mixed‑use Central Business District project for those parcels. The council will also consider a lease agreement with Georgia Power for lighting services and an alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart. All items are listed for public hearing and decision.

• Ordinance to rezone 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd (Fabric Housing Acquisitions, LLC)
• Land Use Permit for 4227 Carillon Trace (Mark Jackson)
• Ordinance to rezone 2615 South Main St (High Point Acquisitions, LLC)
• Variance for 2615 & 2681 South Main St (Highpoint Acquisitions, LLC)
• Central Business District mixed‑use project application for 2615 & 2681 South Main St

General

The Kennesaw License Review Board will hold a due cause hearing concerning the license of UHP Partners, LLC doing business as SuBourbon Bar & Social Club. The hearing will address the business located at 2718 Summers Street. No other agenda items involve decisions or discussions.

• Due cause hearing for UHP Partners, LLC d/b/a SuBourbon Bar & Social Club (2718 Summers St.)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review financial reports and discuss the status of the Lacy Phase 2 project on South Main. The board will also evaluate RFP responses for the Drinks at the Depot event.

• Discussion of RFP response for Drinks at the Depot event
• Status update on Lacy Phase 2 project (South Main)
• Review of financial report as of 2.28.25
• Updates on completed Main Street Program placemaking projects

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Commission will discuss the 2025 events schedule and the master plan to determine priority projects. Members will also consider a proposal to replace Memorial Tree Plaques with Tribute Wall Plaques upon family request.

• Approval of February 2025 financial reports
• Decision on replacing Memorial Tree Plaques with Tribute Wall Plaques
• Review of 2025 events schedule including Symbols of Cemetery Tour and DAR events
• Master Plan review to determine priority projects
• Decoration Day planning update

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project proposal for a mechanical shop. The discussion will focus on a drive out and easement for the site.

• Review of mechanical shop project at 2695 N. Cobb Parkway (drive out and easement)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were discussed, approved, or decided. The commission will need to reconvene at a later date to address any pending business.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and one land use permit. The body will also review a mixed-use development application for the Central Business District and a lighting lease agreement with Georgia Power.

• Rezoning requests for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway, 1620 North Roberts Road, and 2615 South Main Street
• Land Use Permit application for 4227 Carillon Trace
• Variance request for 2615 & 2681 South Main Street
• Alcohol License for Chevron Food Mart at 2057 N. Cobb Pkwy
• Governmental Lease Agreement for Lighting Services with Georgia Power for the Public Safety Facility

General

The License Review Board scheduled a meeting for March 7, 2025. The only substantive item on the agenda was postponed to a later date.

• Due Cause Hearing for UHP Partners, LLC d/b/a SuBourbon Bar & Social Club at 2718 Summers Street (postponed to March 17, 2025)

Events Committee

The Events Committee is meeting to coordinate scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for city events. The body will discuss several upcoming activities including festivals and community clean-up events.

• Taste of Kennesaw (November 1)
• First Friday Concert Series
• Decoration Day clean-up at Kennesaw City Cemetery (May 3)
• Memorial Flag Day Placement at Kennesaw City Cemetery (May 18)
• Pigs & Peaches BBQ festival (August 15-16)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider four new business items: a zoning amendment for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd to replace two condominiums with a park; a land‑use request for a home‑occupation T‑shirt business at 4227 Carillon Trace; a rezoning of 2615 South Main Street from Light Industrial to Central Business District for a mixed‑use project of 300 multifamily units and 5,000 sq ft of retail; and a variance to adjust floor‑area requirements for multifamily development on 2615 & 2681 South Main Street.

• RZ2024-04 – Amend zoning at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd to eliminate ground‑floor commercial requirement and create a public park on ~4.57 acres.
• LU2025-01 – Approve home‑occupation license for T‑shirt printing at 4227 Carillon Trace on ~0.79 acres (PUD‑R zoning).
• RZ2025-01 – Rezone 2615 South Main Street (~3.635 acres) from Light Industrial to Central Business District for 300 multifamily units and 5,000 sq ft retail.
• ZV2025-01 – Grant variance for 2615 & 2681 South Main Street (~7.096 acres) to relax minimum floor‑area standards for multifamily development in the CBD.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council meeting will consider a consent agenda that includes several resolutions. Items include approving road closures for the Big Shanty Festival on April 11‑13, 2025, authorizing a 2025 Community Development Block Grant subrecipient agreement with Cobb County, and adopting contracts for pipe purchase, professional engineering services, and construction of a new Public Safety Facility. The council will also review a final plat application for parcels on Cherokee Street and Maple Drive.

• Approve road closures for the Big Shanty Festival on April 11‑13 2025.
• Approve the 2025 Community Development Block Grant subrecipient agreement with Cobb County.
• Approve purchase of pipe for Public Works’ stormwater construction project.
• Approve a professional services contract with Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. for the Public Safety Facility.
• Approve a construction contract with Gay Construction for the new Public Safety Facility.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider two applications for Certificates of Occupancy. The first is for a dog grooming and retail business at 1480 Shiloh Road Suite 300. The second is for rental suites intended for beauty‑industry services at 3900 Legacy Park Blvd Suites C-300 and C-400.

• Certificate of Occupancy request for dog grooming/retail at 1480 Shiloh Road Suite 300
• Certificate of Occupancy request for rental beauty‑industry suites at 3900 Legacy Park Blvd Suites C-300 & C-400

General

The License Review Board scheduled a meeting for February 26, 2025. The only substantive item on the agenda was postponed to March 7, 2025.

• Postponed due cause hearing for UHP Partners, LLC d/b/a SuBourbon Bar & Social Club at 2718 Summers Street

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will consider approving contracts for the construction of a new Public Safety Facility and a pipe purchase for a stormwater project. The body will also discuss road closures for the Big Shanty Festival and review a resolution to support a local planning grant.

• Resolution: Professional Services Contract for Construction of the Public Safety Facility
• Resolution: Contract for Construction of the Public Safety Facility
• Resolution: Pipe Purchase for Stormwater Project
• Road Closures: Big Shanty Festival
• Resolution: 2025 Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) application

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approval for exterior renovations at two historic properties and a mixed-use development in the Central Business District. The agenda also includes a financial report and updates on a locally funded survey.

• Exterior renovation at 2908 Moon Station Rd (Case #COA2025-01)
• Exterior renovation at 2981 North Main Street (Case #COA2025-02)
• Mixed-use development at 2615 & 2681 South Main Street (Case #CBD2025-01)
• Addition at 2982 North Main Street (Case #COA2025-04)
• Tree replacement at 2966 North Main Street (Case #COA2025-05)

Plan Review Meeting

The February 20, 2025, Plan Review Committee meeting agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider an ordinance to adopt the 2025 Official Zoning Map (Case # MISC2025-01). The council will also vote on resolutions for the amended Galleria Convention Funding and Operating Agreements, a proposal for Depot Park concrete repairs, and road closures for 2025 events. Additionally, the council will approve minutes from recent special and regular meetings.

• Ordinance: Adopt 2025 Official Zoning Map (Case # MISC2025-01)
• Resolution: Amended and Restated Galleria Convention Funding Agreement
• Resolution: Amended and Restated Galleria Convention Operating Agreement
• Resolution: Proposal for Depot Park Concrete Repairs (Gay Construction Company)
• Road Closures for 2025 Kennesaw Grand Prix Series, Concert Series, and Salute to America

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will consider a CBD application for 2615 and 2681 S. Main Street. The board will also hold officer elections and plan for the 2025 Farmers Market and First Friday events.

• CBD Application: 2615 & 2681 S. Main Street
• 2025 KDDA Officer Elections
• 2025 Farmers Market Planning
• 2025 First Friday Planning
• Discussion of beautification and other projects

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to evaluate two project applications. The body will review plans for a flex space and a semi-truck maintenance facility.

• Proposed flex space for catering, office, soccer fields, and aquatics center at 2360 Kennesaw Due West Rd
• Proposed semi-truck maintenance facility with office space and 20 park spaces at 4001 Cobb International Blvd

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025 calendar year. Members will also review January 2025 financial reports and meeting minutes.

• Election of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on city cemetery storyboard installation
• Planning for Decoration Day event schedule
• Review of memorial tree plaque replacement options

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will consider approving amended operating and funding agreements for the Cobb-Marietta Coliseum and Exhibit Hall Authority. The body will also vote on adopting the 2025 Official Zoning Map and approve road closures for the 2025 Kennesaw Grand Prix Series.

• Resolution to approve Amended and Restated Galleria Convention Funding Agreement
• Resolution to approve Amended and Restated Galleria Convention Operating Agreement
• Ordinance to adopt the 2025 Official Zoning Map
• Road closures for 2025 Kennesaw Grand Prix Series, Concert Series, and Salute to America
• Approval of Gay Construction Company proposal for Depot Park Concrete Repairs

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025, was canceled. No items were listed for review.

Events Committee

The Events Committee will review event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming community activities. Members will consider several pop‑up events and walking tours planned for March and May. The committee will also address road closures needed for Parks & Recreation events such as Grand Prix races, concert series, and Salute To America.

• March 4 – Mardi Gras on Main Street pop‑up event
• March 14 – Pi Day community pop‑up
• March 22 – Downtown Kennesaw walking tour
• May 3 – Main Street Cruise‑In for Special Olympics at Kennesaw First Baptist Church (8 am‑12 pm)
• Road closures for Parks & Recreation events (Grand Prix races, concert series, Salute To America)

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission will meet on February 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes consideration of MISC2025-01, a proposal to adopt the city’s 2025 Official Zoning Map. The commission serves in an advisory role, and any new business items will be heard by the Mayor and Council on February 17, 2025. The meeting also includes routine approval of the November 6, 2024 minutes.

• Consider adoption of the 2025 Official Zoning Map (MISC2025-01)
• Approve meeting minutes from November 6, 2024

General

The Kennesaw City Council held a public hearing on the city's intent to opt out of the statewide adjusted base‑year ad valorem homestead exemption. The hearing is the second of three sessions addressing this issue under O.C.G.A. § 48‑5‑44.2. Council members will consider the exemption request before any formal decision.

• Public Hearing: Intent to Opt Out of Statewide Homestead Exemption (O.C.G.A § 48‑5‑44.2)

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council meeting on February 3, 2025 will address several agenda items, including an appeal hearing for an occupational tax license, a resolution to opt out of the statewide homestead exemption, and various consent agenda items. The council will also consider a sewer easement agreement with Cobb County Water, budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024, and an alcohol license for Keke's Breakfast Cafe. Additional items include a dedication of Grenadine Circle and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Appeal hearing for an Occupational Tax License for The Event Lounge
• Resolution to opt out of the statewide homestead exemption under O.C.G.A § 48-5-44.2
• Resolution authorizing a sewer easement agreement with Cobb County Water
• Budget adjustments for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
• Alcohol license for beer, wine, and Sunday sales at Keke's Breakfast Cafe, 2090 Baker Rd., Suite 201

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee met on January 30, 2025 in the Council Chambers. The agenda lists the committee members but indicates there are no items for review. Consequently, no decisions or discussions were scheduled.

General

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss its intent to opt out of the statewide homestead exemption, which would affect property tax assessments.

• Public Hearing: Intent to Opt Out of Statewide Homestead Exemption
• Special Called Meeting: January 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Location: Council Chambers, 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will discuss several items, including a public hearing on a resolution to opt out of the statewide homestead exemption. The council will also consider an appeal hearing for an occupational tax license, approve an alcohol license for Keke's Breakfast Cafe, and review budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024. Additional resolutions involve a sewer easement agreement with Cobb County Water and other public‑works matters.

• Appeal hearing for Occupational Tax License for The Event Lounge (scheduled for Feb 3, 2025 at the regular meeting)
• Resolution to opt out of the statewide homestead exemption pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 48‑5‑44.2
• Alcohol License for Keke's Breakfast Cafe (beer, wine, Sunday sales) at 2090 Baker Rd., Suite 201
• Budget adjustments for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
• Resolution authorizing a Sewer Easement Agreement with Cobb County Water

Plan Review Meeting

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet on January 23, 2025, to review a concept site plan for a property at 2785 Watts Drive.

• Review of concept site plan for 2785 Watts Drive
• Committee members include Building Official Scott Banks and Zoning Administrator Darryl Simmons

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including building fee amendments and a rezoning request for properties on Old 41 Highway and North Roberts Road. A resolution will be considered to purchase the former Kennesaw Public Library building located at 2250 Lewis Street. Additional items include a contract for on‑call engineering services with Patterson & Dewar Engineering and an update to the Master Fee Schedule for building and planning services.

• Ordinance: Building Fee Amendments to Chapter 18, Section 18‑72
• Ordinance: Rezoning Request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd
• Resolution: Purchase of Former Kennesaw Public Library Building (2250 Lewis St)
• Resolution: Engineering Services contract with Patterson & Dewar Engineering
• Resolution: Updated Master Fee Schedule for Building Services and Planning/Zoning

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission will review three Certificate of Appropriateness applications. One proposes roof, siding, gutter, pergola, and landscaping work for the Arturo Paella Wine & Tapas Restaurant at 2908 Moon Station Road. Another seeks to add two dormers and remove unsafe chimneys at 2981 North Main Street. The third requests removal of six trees to rebuild an ADA parking lot and re‑landscape city hall at 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue.

• COA2025-01: Exterior renovation of historic restaurant at 2908 Moon Station Road – new roof, siding, gutters, pergola, landscaping.
• COA2025-02: Exterior alteration at 2981 North Main Street – addition of two dormers and removal of two unsafe chimneys.
• COA2025-03: Landscaping at 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue – removal of six trees for ADA parking lot and city hall re‑landscaping.

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider a site plan submitted by Chuck Owuzo for a child care facility located at 2730 Jiles Rd. The meeting agenda lists this item for discussion at 9:00 am on January 16, 2025. No other agenda items are noted.

• Review of child care site plan submitted by Chuck Owuzo at 2730 Jiles Rd

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority will meet to discuss an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City regarding the transfer of Jiles Place. The body will also elect officers and review a financial report dated December 31, 2024.

• Consideration of IGA with City for Jiles Place transfer
• Election of Officers
• Review of financial report as of 12/31/24

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers was cancelled.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the acquisition of property at 2250 Lewis Street and a rezoning request for properties on Old 41 Highway and North Roberts Road. The body will also consider updates to building fees and the Master Fee Schedule.

• Purchase of former Kennesaw Public Library Building at 2250 Lewis Street
• Rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road
• Professional services agreement with Patterson & Dewar Engineering
• Ordinance to amend building fees in Chapter 18, Section 18-72
• Mixed-use development application for 3059 Cherokee Street

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The meeting scheduled for January 10, 2025, was canceled. The agenda included a CBD application for 2615 & 2681 S. Main Street and 2025 downtown events.

• CBD Application: 2615 & 2681 S. Main Street
• 2025 Downtown Events
• Financial Report as of 12.31.24

Plan Review Meeting

The Plan Review Committee will consider a child care site plan application submitted by Chuck Owuzo for the property at 2730 Jiles Road. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 am on January 9, 2025. The committee will discuss the proposal and determine any required approvals or conditions.

• Child care site plan application – 2730 Jiles Rd (Applicant: Chuck Owuzo)

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will meet to elect its Chair and Vice Chair for 2025. The body will also review December 2024 financial reports and discuss cemetery art.

• Election of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of December 2024 financial reports
• Discussion regarding art in the cemetery
• Update on Wreaths Across America

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to set qualifying fees for the November 2025 election for Council Posts 3, 4, and 5. The body will also vote on the 2025 Mayor Pro Tem and ratify several city appointments, including the City Attorney and Solicitor.

• Resolution setting qualifying fees for November 2025 election (Posts 3, 4, and 5)
• Appointment of the 2025 Mayor Pro Tem
• Lobbyist registration for Fred Bentley, Jr. and Randall Bentley, Sr.
• Ratification of 2025 appointments for Chief Judge, Associate Judge, Solicitor, City Attorney, City Manager, and City Clerk
• Approval of the 2025 City Council work sessions and regular meetings schedule

General

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025, was canceled. There were no agenda items for this session.

Events Committee

The January 2, 2025, meeting of the Events Committee was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission will conduct routine business, including a roll call, announcements, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No specific rezoning, contract, or ordinance items are on the agenda. Any new business will be heard by the Mayor and Council on January 21, 2025.

• Approval of the Meeting Minutes