Kennesaw, GA

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda August 31, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business A. Due Cause Hearing: Damanis Food & Fuel, Inc. d/b/a Stop 2 Go Shell On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Mayor and Council will hear a due cause hearing to consider probation, suspension, or revocation of the Alcohol License for Damanis Food & Fuel, Inc. d/b/a Stop 2 Go Shell. Licensee: Shahid Ali. 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) A. First Public Hearing: FY27 Operating Budget Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget for the City of Kennesaw. B. First Public Hearing: FY27 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget for the City of Kennesaw. C. Alcohol License: Sol Azteca LLC Consideration for approval of a Retail Pouring Alcohol License for Liquor, Beer, Wine, and Sunday Sales for Sol Azteca LLC d/b/a El Taco Azteca located at 2689 Summers St Kennesaw, GA 30144. Applicant: M …

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00

General

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, NW, Kennesaw

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Authority Members Antoinette Griffin Chris Davis Keith Palmer Justin Crocker Matt Riedemann Sandra Glenn Justin Koehn Kennesaw Development Authority Meeting Agenda September 1, 2026 6:00 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA, 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Review of Draft Meeting Minutes - 08/19/26 3. Old Business A. Ratify Grant Proposal for property at 2881 N Main St 4. New Business A. None 5. Public Comments 6. Staff Comment 7. Executive Session A. Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. 50-14-3, the KDA could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to executive session to discuss matters relating to litigation, legal actions and/or communications from the City Attorney as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14- 2(1); and/or personnel matters as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (4) and/or real estate matters as provided under O.C.G.A 50-14-3(6). 8. Adjourn

Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners: Trey Bodenhamer Todd Vande Zande Rebecca Patterson Carolyn Greenall Robert Trim Douglas Butler Planning Commission Meeting Agenda September 2, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Announcements A. All interested parties may attend the meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers. For those unable to attend in person, the meeting may be accessed using the following link: https://www.kennesaw- ga.gov/publicmeetings/. Please note that the Planning Commission serves as an advisory board that makes recommendations to the Mayor and Council unless otherwise noted. B. Pending zoning applications may be viewed on an interactive map via the Planning & Zoning webpage or using the following link: https://arcg.is/1q1ubX0. C. New business items on this agenda will be heard by the Mayor and Council on September 21, 2026. 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Approval of Meeting Minutes: August 5, 2026 4. New Business A. PP2026-02 - Consideration for approval for a preliminary plat submitted by Jason Kizs for parcels 20012900940, 20012900950 & 20012900960 for the development of a mixed-use development consisting of residential and commercial. Property consists of 3.865 +/- acres and lies in Land Lot 129, Tax Parcels 94, 95 & 96. 5. Staff Comment 6. Adjourn

Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 15:30

Events Committee

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Fri Sep 11, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Fri Sep 11, 2026 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 15:30

Events Committee

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Oct 9, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Oct 9, 2026 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

General

Ben Robertson Community Center |, Kennesaw

Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Development Authority

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

2529 J.O. Stehpenson Avenue, NW, Kennesaw

Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 15:30

Events Committee

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Nov 13, 2026 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Nov 13, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Nov 20, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Nov 30, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 15:30

Events Committee

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Dec 11, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Fri Dec 11, 2026 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Dec 18, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Dec 31, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Jan 8, 2027 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Fri Feb 12, 2027 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Fri Feb 12, 2027 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Fri Mar 12, 2027 · 07:30

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw

Recent meetings

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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CANCELED Plan Review Coordinator Scott Banks, Building Official Committee Members Chanelle Campbell, Planning & Zoning Director Ricky Stewart, Public Works Director Tim Cox, Asst. Public Works Director Luke Howe, Economic Development Director Miranda Taylor, Economic Dev. Specialist Tanyel Aviles, Community Dev. Specialist August 27th, 2026 Plan Review Committee Agenda Council Chambers ______________________ APPLICANT: PROJECT DETAILS: TIME: No Agenda Items

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission to review minutes, finances, and Montepulciano projects

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission is meeting to approve the July 14, 2026 minutes, review a financial report, and receive updates on programming and potential projects with Montepulciano. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

Approval of July 14, 2026 meeting minutes
Financial report review
Updates on KSSC programming and potential projects with Montepulciano

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City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners Angelo Brown Elizabeth Jamison Michael Ota Leslie Patton Sheb True Chrislyn Turner Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Agenda August 25, 2026 6:00 PM City Hall Conference Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avennue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Minutes: July 14, 2026 Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Approval of the July 14, 2026, Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting minutes. 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business A. KSSC Programming Staff and Committee member updates on programming and potential projects with Montepulciano. 5. New Business 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment 8. Adjourn

Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to review downtown parking lot proposal

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a proposal for a public parking lot in the Central Business District, along with several administrative certificates of appropriateness. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comments. The main substantive item is the parking lot application at 2250 Lewis Street.

CBD2026-01: Construct public parking lot on 0.5 acres at 2250 Lewis St (Parcel #20013801620)
COAA2026-05: 2910 Cherokee Street, Ste 100
COAA2026-06: 2966 North Main Street
COAA2026-07: 2715 Summers Street
Approval of May 15, 2026 meeting minutes

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✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission approves minutes and financial report

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission met on August 21, 2026, and approved the May 15, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0) and the financial report (5-0). No action was taken on the CBD parking lot application at 2250 Lewis Street, as no motion was made. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 8:16 a.m.

Approved May 15, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Approved financial report (5-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners: Patrick Gallagher Sharon Blandford Andrew Bramlett Rachel Butler Thomas Neaves Alexandra DeLuca Berisford Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda August 21, 2026 8:00 AM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) This meeting may be accessed in-person or by using the following link: https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/. HPC Application Acronyms: Certificate of Appropriateness (COA), Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative (COAA), and Central Business District (CBD) project 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Approval of Meeting Minutes: May 15, 2026 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business A. Central Business District: 2250 Lewis Street Consideration to review a Central Business District (CBD) project application request to construct a public parking lot on 0.5 +/- acres located at 2250 Lewis St (Parcel #20013801620). Case #CBD2026-01 5. New Business 6. COAA Approval by City Staff and HPC Chair A. COAA2026-05 - 2910 Cherokee Street, Ste 100 B. COAA2026-06 - 2966 North Main Street C. COAA2026-07 - 2715 Summers Street 7. Discussion 8. Public Comments 9. Staff Comment 10. Adjourn The next scheduled meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission will be Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. NOTICE: Any person who desires to appeal any decision from this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for the purpose may …

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MINUTES OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) August 21, 2026 8:00 AM 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Commissioner Gallagher called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. Roll Call: Patrick Gallagher, Andrew Bramlett, Sharon Blandford, Thomas Neaves, Alexandra DeLuca Berisford, Rachel Butler Staff Present: Chanelle Campbell (Planning & Zoning Administrator), Priscilla Coley (Assistant Zoning Administrator & City Planner), and Rebecca Goldstein (Community Development Administrative Assistant) Speakers Present: Zach Buffington, Fred Moore Commissioner Butler arrived late at 8:02 a.m. 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Approval of Meeting Minutes: May 15, 2026 Chairman Gallagher called for a motion Motion to approve by Commissioner Blandford Seconded by Commissioner Neaves Chairman Gallagher proceeded with a roll call for approval. Vote taken, motion unanimously approved 4-0. Motion carried. 3. Financial Report Commissioner Butler arrived at 8:02 a.m. Chairman Gallagher called for a motion Motion to approve by Vice Chair Bramlett Seconded by Commissioner Neaves Chairman Gallagher proceeded with a roll call for approval. Vote taken, motion unanimously approved 5-0. Motion carried. 4. Old Business A. Central Business District: 2250 Lewis Street Consideration to review a Central Business District (CBD) project application request to construct a public parking lot on 0.5 +/- …

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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Development Authority

KDA to ratify grant proposal for property at 2881 N Main St

The Kennesaw Development Authority will review and approve the minutes from its June 17 meeting and a financial report as of July 31. The main new business is ratifying a grant proposal for the property at 2881 N Main St. The board may also enter executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters.

Ratify grant proposal for property at 2881 N Main St
Review meeting minutes from 06/17/26
Review financial report as of 07/31/26
Possible executive session for litigation, personnel, or real estate

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✓ Decided: KDA rejects $200K grant for 2881 N Main St incentives

The Kennesaw Development Authority voted 3-1 to ratify a grant proposal for the property at 2881 N Main St, but the motion failed because it required at least four votes. The grant would have provided $100,000 from the KDA and $100,000 from the KDDA, plus a 20-year tax abatement, to the new owner/operator. The board also approved the amended June 17 meeting minutes and the July 31 financial report.

Approved amended minutes from 06/17/26 (4-0)
Approved financial report as of 07/31/26 (4-0)
Ratification of $200K grant for 2881 N Main St failed (3-1, needed 4 votes)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Authority Members Antoinette Griffin Chris Davis Keith Palmer Justin Crocker Matt Riedemann Sandra Glenn Justin Koehn Kennesaw Development Authority Meeting Agenda August 19, 2026 6:00 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA, 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Review of Meeting Minutes from 06/17/26 3. Financial Report A. Review of Financial Report as of 07/31/26 4. Old Business A. None 5. New Business A. Ratify Grant Proposal for property at 2881 N Main St 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment 8. Executive Session A. Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. 50-14-3, the KDA could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to executive session to discuss matters relating to litigation, legal actions and/or communications from the City Attorney as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14- 2(1); and/or personnel matters as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (4) and/or real estate matters as provided under O.C.G.A 50-14-3(6). 9. Adjourn

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MINUTES OF KENNESAW DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA, 30144) August 19, 2026 6:00 PM 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Meeting called to order at 6:02pm. • Members Present: Antoinette Griffin, Justin Koehn, Matt Riedemann, and Keith Palmer • Members Absent: Justin Crocker, Sandra Glenn and Chris Davis • Staff Present: Luke Howe and Tanyel Aviles • Guests Present: Fred Bentley 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Review of Meeting Minutes from 06/17/26 • The board reviews the meeting minutes from the meeting date 06/17/26. • Justin Koehn motions to approve an amendment to the draft meeting minutes from 06/17/26. The words, "for the proposed lease whereas the details of said lease will be presented at the next KDA meeting for final approval," will be added to the final line of the motion regarding the New Business Line Item - 2881 N Main St Incentives. Seconded by Keith Palmer. All in Favor, 4-0. • Motion to approve the amended meeting minutes from 06/17/26 by Antoinette Griffin. Seconded by Justin Koehn. All in favor, 4-0. 3. Financial Report A. Review of Financial Report as of 07/31/26 • The financial report as of 07/31/26 is presented by Keith Palmer. • The only activity for the month was interest revenue of $1,146.59 and an expense of $7,123.07 for the property taxes related to 2881 N Main St that needed to be settled prior to the sale of the property. Operating Account as of 07/31/26 is $588,495. …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to consider annexation, rezoning, variance for Traton properties

The Kennesaw City Council will hold public hearings on a land use permit, an annexation, a rezoning, and a zoning variance for properties at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive, all submitted by Traton, LLC. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including a contract for additional construction administration services for the Public Safety Facility, and three new alcohol licenses.

Land Use Permit for 3786 North Hampton Drive (Case #LU2026-04)
Annexation, rezoning, and variance for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive (Cases #AX2026-01, #RZ2026-05, #ZV2026-03)
Resolution accepting proposal from Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. for additional construction administration services for Public Safety Facility
Alcohol licenses: Chevron Food Mart (2057 N Cobb Pkwy), Ignite Lounge (2655 Cobb Pkwy NW), Smash Hit Burgers (2921 Cherokee Street NW)
Road closures for 2026 Holly Days on Dec 5 and Dec 13

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✓ Decided: Council approves 35-home Traton annexation, rezoning, variance

The Kennesaw City Council unanimously approved a land use permit for a home embroidery business at 3786 North Hampton Drive, and approved the annexation, rezoning, and a front-yard setback variance for a 35-home single-family development at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive. The council also approved three alcohol licenses, a consent agenda, and accepted July 2026 crime statistics. All votes were 5-0.

Approved land use permit for home embroidery business at 3786 North Hampton Drive (5-0)
Approved annexation of 12.216 acres at 3227 Old 41 Hwy & 3137 Robin Dr for 35-home subdivision (5-0)
Approved rezoning of same parcels to RA-6 Residential (5-0)
Approved front-yard setback variance from 40 ft to 25 ft for the subdivision (5-0)
Approved alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart at 2057 N Cobb Pkwy (5-0)
Approved alcohol license for Ignite Lounge at 2655 Cobb Pkwy NW (5-0)
Approved alcohol license for Smash Hit Burgers at 2921 Cherokee St NW (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes, surplus, and road closures (5-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Meeting Agenda August 17, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements A. Recognition: Southern Museum awarded the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizing the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History as one of five museum recipients of the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service conferred by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) A. Land Use Permit: 3786 North Hampton Drive Consideration for approval of a Land Use Permit application for the property located at 3786 North Hampton Drive (Parcel # 20009000170) as submitted by Gregory Miller. Case #LU2026-04 B. Ordinance: Annexation request for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive Consideration for approval of an ordinance authorizing an annexation request submitted by Traton, LLC for the properties located at 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive (Parcel # 20012600270 & 20012600260). Case# AX20 …

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MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ August 17, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars (via teleconference) Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon (via teleconference) Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation Prior to leading the invocation, Mayor Derek Easterling announced that council members Tracey Viars (Post 2) and Anthony Gutierrez-Leon (Post 5) would be joining the meeting via teleconference. Both council members confirmed their attendance telephonically. The Chamber observed the invocation led by Mayor Derek Easterling. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Chamber recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Scouts BSA Troop 700. City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. administered oaths to all members of the public intending to provide public comment. 3. Call to Order Mayor Easterling called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. 4. Announcements A. Recognition: Southern Museum awarded the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizing the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History as one of five museum recipients of the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service conferred by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Mayor Easte …

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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Kennesaw DDA to vote on refinancing The Lacy and WellSpa Med grant

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will consider approving refinancing documents for The Lacy on South Main and a Flex Grant application for WellSpa Med, both at 2652 South Main Street. The board will also review the July financial report and open invoices, and receive Main Street program updates. The meeting may move into executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters.

Request for approval and execution of refinancing documents for The Lacy on South Main; 2652 South Main Street
Flex Grant Application: WellSpa Med; 2652 S. Main St.
Financial Report as of 7.31.26
Review of open invoices
Approval of draft meeting minutes from 07.10.26

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✓ Decided: Kennesaw DDA approves refinancing docs for The Lacy on South Main

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority approved the execution of refinancing documents for The Lacy on South Main, a $3,850 flex grant for WellSpa Med, and routine financial items. The board also agreed to revisit flex grant guidelines and potential clawbacks at a future meeting.

Approved minutes from 07.10.26 meeting (6-0)
Approved financial report as of 7.31.26 with cash balance of $179,175.23 (6-0)
Approved payment of one open legal invoice (6-0)
Authorized Chair and Secretary to sign refinancing documents for The Lacy on South Main (6-0)
Approved flex grant for WellSpa Med up to $3,850 for commercial washer/dryer (6-0)
Agreed to add flex grant guideline review and clawback exploration to next meeting agenda

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Authority Members Mark Allen Ian Coats Lexie Newhouse Nimesh Patel Mary Jo Groeneveld Doug Edwards Leslie Patton Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority Meeting Agenda August 14, 2026 8:00 AM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes — 07.10.26 3. Financial Report A. Financial Report as of 7.31.26 B. Review of open invoices 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Request for approval and execution of refinancing documents for The Lacy on South Main; 2652 South Main Street B. Flex Grant Application: WellSpa Med; 2652 S. Main St. 6. Main Street Program Updates A. Main Street Program Reminders: Training and Events 7. Public Comments 8. Board Comments 9. Economic Development Director Comments 10. Executive Session A. Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. 50-14-3, the KDDA could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to executive session to discuss matters relating to litigation, legal actions and/or communications from the City Attorney as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-2(1); and/or personnel matters as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (4) and/or real estate matters as provided under O.C.G.A 50-14-3(6). 11. Adjourn A. NOTICE: Any person who desires to appeal any decision from this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for the purpose may need to insure tha …

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MINUTES OF KENNESAW DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) August 14, 2026 8:00 AM Present Chair Mark Allen Vice Chair Ian Coats Treasurer Leslie Patton Secretary Mary Jo Groeneveld Lexie Newhouse Nimesh Patel Leslie Patton Doug Edwards 1. Call to Order / Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 8:00am by Mark Allen, KDDA Chair. KDDA members present: Mark Allen, Mary Jo Groeneveld, Ian Coats, Nimesh Patel, Lexie Newhouse, and Doug Edwards. KDDA members absent: Leslie Patton Staff members present: Luke Howe, Tanyel Aviles Guests: Fred Bentley 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes — 07.10.26 The board reviewed draft minutes from the 07.10.26 meeting. Mary Jo Groeneveld made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Ian Coats seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously, 6-0. 3. Financial Report A. Financial Report as of 7.31.26 Lexie Newhouse presented the financial report as of 07.31.26 with an ending cash balance of $179,175.23. Nimesh Patel made a motion to approve the financial report as presented; motion was seconded by Doug Edwards. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. B. Review of open invoices The board reviewed one open legal invoice. Nimesh Patel made a motion to approve the invoice for payment. Lexie Newhouse seconded. Motion passed unanimously, 6-0. 4. Old Business None 5. New Busines …

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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Plan Review Committee meeting canceled for August 13, 2026

This meeting of the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee is canceled. The agenda contains only the standard header with committee member names and no items for discussion or decision.

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Plan Review Coordinator Scott Banks, Building Official Committee Members Chanelle Campbell, Planning & Zoning Director Ricky Stewart, Public Works Director Tim Cox, Asst. Public Works Director Luke Howe, Economic Development Director Miranda Taylor, Economic Dev. Specialist Tanyel Aviles, Community Dev. Specialist August 13th, 2026 Plan Review Committee Agenda Council Chambers ______________________ APPLICANT: PROJECT DETAILS: TIME: CANCELED

Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

Cemetery Preservation Commission to review finances and project updates

The Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, accept financial reports for June and July 2026, and receive updates on ongoing projects including the Section III photo project, a preservation workshop, and signage. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

Approval of May 14 and June 11, 2026 meeting minutes
Acceptance of June and July 2026 Cemetery Fund financial reports
Update on Kennesaw City Cemetery Section III Photo Project
Update on Lizz Gray's Cemetery Preservation Workshop (June 15, 2026)
Update on Section Signage and Self-guided Tour Signs

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City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners Lewis Bramlett, Chair Lizz Gray, Vice Chair Judi Burrell Jim Poole Rebecca Carlson Alexis Gaddy Cemetery Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda August 13, 2026 4:00 PM City Hall Training Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Minutes: May 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Approval of the May 14, 2026, Cemetery Preservation Commission regular meeting minutes. B. Minutes: June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting Approval of the June 11, 2026, Cemetery Preservation Commission regular meeting minutes. 3. Financial Report A. Financials: June 2026 Consideration to accept the June 2026 Cemetery Fund financial reports. B. Financials: July 2026 Consideration to accept the July 2026 Cemetery Fund financial reports. 4. Cemetery Preservation Foundation Update 5. Old Business A. Update: Kennesaw City Cemetery Section III Photo Project B. Update: Lizz Gray’s Cemetery Preservation Workshop on June 15, 2026 C. Update: Section Signage 6. New Business 7. Staff Comment A. Update: Self-guided Tour Signs 8. Adjourn

Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission August meeting canceled

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda lists standard items such as approval of minutes, financial report, and public comments, but the cancellation is noted at the top.

Meeting canceled for August 11, 2026

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City Hall Conference Room |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners Angelo Brown Elizabeth Jamison Michael Ota Leslie Patton Sheb True Chrislyn Turner Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Agenda August 11, 2026 6:00 PM City Hall Conference Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avennue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call A. The August 11, 2026, Kennesaw Sister Cities Committee meeting has been canceled. 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment 8. Adjourn

Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Kennesaw council to consider annexation, rezoning, and variance for Traton properties

The Kennesaw City Council work session will consider several land-use items, including a land use permit, an annexation, a rezoning, and a zoning variance for properties on Old 41 Highway and Robin Drive. The council will also vote on alcohol licenses, a road closure for Holly Days, and a contract for construction administration services. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and crime statistics.

Land Use Permit for 3786 North Hampton Drive (Case #LU2026-04)
Annexation, rezoning, and variance for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive (Cases #AX2026-01, #RZ2026-05, #ZV2026-03)
Alcohol licenses for Chevron Food Mart, Ignite Lounge, and Smash Hit Burgers
Road closures for 2026 Holly Days on Dec 5 and Dec 13
Additional construction administration services for Public Safety Facility from Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc.

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✓ Decided: Council schedules four public hearings for Aug. 17 on land use, annexation, rezoning, variance

The work session was procedural; no final votes were taken. Council heard staff presentations on four upcoming public hearings (land use permit, annexation, rezoning, variance) and several consent agenda items, all to be decided at the Aug. 17 regular meeting. Council also agreed to place surplus equipment, additional construction administration services, and road closures on the consent agenda. The meeting ended with a 4-0 vote to enter executive session for personnel matters.

Scheduled public hearings for Aug. 17 on land use permit at 3786 North Hampton Drive, annexation, rezoning, and variance for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive
Agreed to place surplus of non-operational nitrogen machine on consent agenda (4-0)
Agreed to place $43,400 additional construction administration services for Public Safety Facility on consent agenda (4-0)
Agreed to place road closures for Holly Days 2026 on consent agenda (4-0)
Agreed to place final plat for 2926 Lewis Street & 0 North Main Street on consent agenda (3-0, Viars recused)
Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel (4-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda August 10, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements A. Recognition: Southern Museum Awarded the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizing the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History as one of five museum recipients of the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service conferred by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) A. Land Use Permit: 3786 North Hampton Drive Consideration for approval of a Land Use Permit application for the property located at 3786 North Hampton Drive (Parcel # 20009000170) as submitted by Gregory Miller. Case #LU2026-04 B. Ordinance: Annexation request for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive Consideration for approval of an ordinance authorizing an annexation request submitted by Traton, LLC for the properties located at 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin Drive (Parcel # 20012600270 & 20012600260). Case# AX2026-01 C. Ordinance: Rezoning request for 3227 Old 41 Highway & 3137 Robin D …

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MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ August 10, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Deputy City Clerk Nick Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order Mayor Derek Easterling called the work session to order at 6:30 p.m. Mayor Easterling announced that Council member Anthony Gutierrez-Leon would be unable to attend the work session, and that he had attempted to telephone him via teleconference. Despite repeated attempts to make contact, Gutierrez-Leon was unable to join the teleconference. Mayor Easterling marked Gutierrez-Leon absence as excused. 4. Announcements A. Recognition: Southern Museum Awarded the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Recognizing the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History as one of five museum recipients of the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service conferred by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Mayor Easterling noted that the Southern Museum's receipt of the 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service will be recognized during the August 17, 2026, regular meeting. 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. …

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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Kennesaw plan review meeting canceled, no agenda items

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026, has been canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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|||Plan Review Coordinator| |---|---|---| ||August 6th, 2026 APPLICANT:|Scott Banks, Building Official Committee Members Chanelle Campbell, Planning & Zoning Director Ricky Stewart, Public Works Director Tim Cox, Asst. Public Works Director Luke Howe, Economic Development Director Miranda Taylor, Economic Dev. Specialist Tanyel Aviles, Community Dev. Specialist Plan Review Committee Agenda Council Chambers ______________________ CANCELED PROJECT DETAILS: TIME: No Agenda Items|

Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:30

Events Committee

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority to discuss extending Farmers Market season

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss extending the 2026 Farmers Market season through September and moving it to the Depot Park parking lot. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Farmers Market season extended through September with conditions

The Events Committee approved extending the 2026 Farmers Market season through the end of September, contingent on using the Depot Park parking lot and a minimum of 15 vendors each week. The committee also approved Anna Trapp as Interim Chair from October through December, and unanimously approved the June 4 meeting minutes.

Approved Farmers Market extension through September (unanimous)
Approved Anna Trapp as Interim Chair starting October (unanimous)
Approved June 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

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Events Committee Meeting Agenda August 6, 2026 3:30 PM City Hall Training Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) The Committee includes members of every department impacted by a special event, and will meet to discuss event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting. This is so that departments can coordinate their efforts, enhance communication, determine publicity requirements, anticipate issues, and address concerns. The Committee will also make recommendations for event improvement to facilitate maximum benefit to Kennesaw citizens and visitors. Representatives are from the following departments/organizations: Building Services; Building Maintenance; City Manager; Communications; Economic Development; Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority; Parks & Recreation; Police; Public Works; Smith-Gilbert Gardens; Southern Museum. Each entity has one vote. If a citizen needs special accommodation to attend or participate in a meeting, please contact the Committee Chair at least 24 hours in advance of the specific meeting. Chair: Marty Hughes; Vice-Chair: Ricky Stewart; and Secretary: Miranda Taylor 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes - 06.04.26 3. Announcements/ Public Comment 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Discussion of extension of Farmers Market Season: Cobb Farm Bureau has asked KDDA to consider extending the 2026 Farmers Market season through the end of September. The market d …

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MINUTES OF EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW City Hall Training Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) August 6, 2026 3:30 PM 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Chair Marty Hughes called the meeting to order at 3:30 pm. Committee members present: Building Services (Scott Banks), Building Maintenance (Robbie Balenger), City Manager (Marty Hughes), Communications (Ally Allen), Economic Development (Miranda Taylor), Parks & Recreation (Bill McNair), Police (Sgt. Andrew Woodard, Ofc David Buchanan), Public Works (Ricky Stewart), Smith-Gilbert Gardens (Vanita Keswani), Southern Museum (Bill Clark). 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes - 06.04.26 Draft minutes from the June 4 meeting were reviewed. Bill Clark made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by David Buchannan. The motion passed unanimously. 3. Announcements/ Public Comment Marty Hughes made an announcement to the committee regarding the Chair position. As Marty will be serving as Interim City Manager following the retirement of Jeff Drobney, he will not be able to continue to serve as Chair of the Events Committee. Anna Trapp, Assistant to the City Manager, will represent the CM office on the committee and serve as Interim Chair from October - December. The committee will then elect a permanent chair in January of next year. Bill McNair made a motion to approve Anna Trapp as the Interim Chair beginning in October. Bill …

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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers annexation and rezoning for new housing community

The Planning Commission will review requests for a home business license and a residential development project. The body is considering the annexation and rezoning of 12.216 acres to allow for a single family detached community.

LU2026-04: Home occupation business license for embroidery at 3786 North Hampton Drive
AX2026-01: Annexation of 12.216 acres at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive
RZ2026-05: Rezoning of 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive to City RA-6 Residential District
ZV2026-03: Variance to reduce front setback from 40 feet to 20 feet at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends annexation and rezoning for 35-home subdivision

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend annexation of two parcels at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive into the city and 3-1 to recommend rezoning to RA-6 for a 35-home single-family detached community with workforce housing intent. They also approved a land use permit for a home embroidery business at 3786 North Hampton Drive and a variance to reduce the front setback from 40 to 20 feet for the subdivision. All recommendations will go to the Mayor and Council on August 17, 2026.

Approved land use permit for home embroidery business at 3786 North Hampton Drive with conditions (4-0)
Recommended annexation of 3227 Old 41 Highway and 3137 Robin Drive into city RA-6 district (4-0)
Recommended rezoning of same parcels to RA-6 for 35-home subdivision with 14 conditions (3-1)
Approved variance to reduce front setback from 40 to 20 feet for the subdivision (4-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Commissioners: Trey Bodenhamer Todd Vande Zande Rebecca Patterson Carolyn Greenall Robert Trim Douglas Butler Planning Commission Meeting Agenda August 5, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Announcements A. All interested parties may attend the meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers. For those unable to attend in person, the meeting may be accessed using the following link: https://www.kennesaw- ga.gov/publicmeetings/. Please note that the Planning Commission serves as an advisory board that makes recommendations to the Mayor and Council unless otherwise noted. B. Pending zoning applications may be viewed on an interactive map via the Planning & Zoning webpage or using the following link: https://arcg.is/1q1ubX0. C. New business items on this agenda will be heard by the Mayor and Council on August 17, 2026 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Approval of Meeting Minutes: June 3, 2026 4. New Business A. LU2026-04 - Consideration of approval of a land use request submitted by Gregory Miller for the property located at 3786 North Hampton Drive (20009000170). Said request is to obtain a home occupation business license to operate a home embroidery business. Property is zoned R-15, Single Family Residential, consists of 0.48 +/- acres and lies in Land Lot 90, Tax Parcel 17. B. AX2026-01 - Consideration to annex property located at 3227 Old 41 Highway and 31 …

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MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) August 5, 2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Chairman Bodenhamer called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Roll Call: Trey Bodenhamer, Rebecca Patterson, Carolyn Greenall, Robert Trim, Douglas Butler Absent: Todd Vande Zande Staff Present: Chanelle Campbell (Planning & Zoning Administrator), Priscilla Coley (Assistant Zoning Administrator & City Planner), and Rebecca Goldstein (Community Development Administrative Assistant) Speakers Present: Gregory Miller (Applicant), Kevin Moore (Attorney, Traton Representative), Jose Solis, Jerry Weeks, Helen Daugherty, Mary Kelly, Myriam Solis, James Baughman, Patricia White, Lisa Leavell, and Alan Daugherty 2. Announcements A. All interested parties may attend the meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers. For those unable to attend in person, the meeting may be accessed using the following link: https://www.kennesaw- ga.gov/publicmeetings/. Please note that the Planning Commission serves as an advisory board that makes recommendations to the Mayor and Council unless otherwise noted. B. Pending zoning applications may be viewed on an interactive map via the Planning & Zoning webpage or using the following link: https://arcg.is/1q1ubX0 . C. New business items on this agenda will be heard by the Mayor and Council on August 17, 2026 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Approval of Meeting Minute …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 10:30

General

Kennesaw City Council to hold second public hearings on millage rates

The City Council will hold second public hearings to consider adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates. The meeting also includes a report on Mayor and Council appointments to boards and commissions.

Second Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
Second Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate
Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions

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✓ Decided: Kennesaw City Council holds public hearings on proposed millage rates

The City Council held public hearings to propose maintaining the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) millage rate at 7.75 mills and the Bond millage rate at 1.4. No formal votes to adopt these rates were recorded in the minutes. The Council also entered and exited an executive session to discuss personnel.

Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel (5-0)
Approved motion to reconvene to open session (5-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Second Millage Rate Hearing Agenda August 3, 2026 10:30 AM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) A. Second Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. B. Second Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Bond Millage Rate. 11. Consent Agenda 12. General and Administrative 13. Public Safety 14. Information Technology 15. Public Works and Building Maintenance 16. Recreation and Culture 17. Community Development 18. Public Comment This section is for general comment. 19. City Manager's Report A. Reports, Discussions, and Updates 20. Mayor's Report A. Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions. This item is for (re)appointments made by the Mayor to any Board, Committee, Authority, or Commission requiring an appointment to fill any vacancies …

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MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ August 3, 2026 10:30 AM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation The Chamber observed the invocation led by Mayor Derek Easterling. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Chamber recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Officer Scott Luther. 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements Mayor Derek Easterling opened the First Public Hearing on the City of Kennesaw's proposed millage rate with the following remarks: As required by Georgia law, the City of Kennesaw is holding this public hearing on the proposed millage rate. I want to take a moment to explain an important point that can often be confusing. State law requires this hearing to be advertised as a tax increase because of the way the rollback rate is calculated. However, maintaining the City's current millage rate does not automatically mean that Kennesaw homeowners will pay higher City property taxes. This is because of the City's Floating Homestead Exemption. This exemption was specifically designed to protect homeowners who live in and have homesteaded their primary residence from paying higher Ci …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Kennesaw City Council to hold final hearings on millage rates

The City Council will hold third and final public hearings to consider adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates. The body will also consider funding for a 911 console project and a pipe rehabilitation contract.

Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate
Resolution for additional funds for the 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project
Contract award to Video Industrial Services for the 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project
Resolution to sell right-of-way property to Cobb County Department of Transportation

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously adopts 7.75 mill M&O rate, same as last year

The City Council voted 5-0 to adopt the proposed 2026-2027 Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Millage Rate of 7.75 mills, maintaining the current rate. The Council also voted 5-0 to adopt the Bond Millage Rate of 1.4 mills, also unchanged from last year. Mayor Easterling explained that due to the Floating Homestead Exemption, most homesteaded homeowners will not see a city property tax increase from maintaining the current rate. Both votes followed third and final public hearings where no public comments were made.

Approved Resolution adopting 2026-2027 M&O Millage Rate of 7.75 mills (5-0)
Approved Resolution adopting 2026-2027 Bond Millage Rate of 1.4 mills (5-0)
Approved Consent Agenda including four sets of minutes and two cemetery deeds (5-0)
Approved additional $6,112.82 for 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project, increasing total to $131,112.82 (5-0)
Approved awarding 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project contract to Video Industrial Services for $319,570.00 (5-0)
Approved selling 0.327 acres of right-of-way property to Cobb County DOT for $7,200.00 (5-0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Meeting Agenda August 3, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) A. Third and Final Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. B. Third and Final Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Bond Millage Rate. 11. Consent Agenda A. Minutes: July 13, 2026 Work Session Approval of the July 13, 2026, City Council work session minutes. B. Minutes: July 13, 2026 Executive Session Approval of the July 13, 2026, City Council executive session minutes. C. Minutes: July 20, 2026 Regular Meeting Approval of the July 20, 2026, City Council regular meeting minutes. D. Minutes: July 20, 2026 Executive Session Approval of the July 20, 2026, City Council executive session minutes. E. Cemetery Deed: Section III-36-E Authorization fo …

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DRAFT MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ August 3, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation The Chamber observed the Invocation led by Carlene Fregeolle. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Chamber recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Andrew Bramlett. 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements Mayor Derek Easterling opened the First Public Hearing on the City of Kennesaw's proposed millage rate with the following remarks: As required by Georgia law, the City of Kennesaw is holding this public hearing on the proposed millage rate. I want to take a moment to explain an important point that can often be confusing. State law requires this hearing to be advertised as a tax increase because of the way the rollback rate is calculated. However, maintaining the City's current millage rate does not automatically mean that Kennesaw homeowners will pay higher City property taxes. This is because of the City's Floating Homestead Exemption. This exemption was specifically designed to protect homeowners who live in and have homesteaded their primary residence from paying higher City property t …

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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Plan Review Committee to discuss trailer rebuild at 2880 Cobb Parkway

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project proposal. The session focuses on a trailer rebuild project submitted by Yes Communities.

Trailer rebuild project at 2880 Cobb Parkway by Yes Communities

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Plan Review Coordinator Scott Banks, Building Official Committee Members Chanelle Campbell, Planning & Zoning Director Ricky Stewart, Public Works Director Tim Cox, Asst. Public Works Director Luke Howe, Economic Development Director Miranda Taylor, Economic Dev. Specialist Tanyel Aviles, Community Dev. Specialist July 30th, 2026 Plan Review Committee Agenda Council Chambers ______________________ APPLICANT: PROJECT DETAILS: TIME: Yes Communities 2880 Cobb Parkway -Trailer Rebuild 9:00am

Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council to vote on final millage rate for property taxes

The Kennesaw City Council will hold the third and final public hearings on the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate and the Bond Millage Rate, with resolutions to adopt them up for approval. Other business includes a resolution to add funds for the 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project, awarding a contract for the 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project to Video Industrial Services, and authorizing the sale of right-of-way property to Cobb County. The council will also discuss appointments to boards and commissions.

Third and final public hearing and resolution to adopt the M&O Millage Rate
Third and final public hearing and resolution to adopt the Bond Millage Rate
Resolution to authorize additional funds for the 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project
Resolution to award bid and contract for the 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project to Video Industrial Services
Resolution authorizing the sale of right-of-way property to Cobb County Department of Transportation

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✓ Decided: Council moves 911 project, pipe repair, and land sale to August 3 agenda

The City Council held a work session to review several resolutions. No final votes were taken; instead, the Council reached consensus to place three items on the Consent Agenda for the August 3, 2026, regular meeting.

Recommended placing 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project funding increase to $131,112.82 on August 3 Consent Agenda
Recommended placing $319,570 pipe rehabilitation contract for Video Industrial Services on August 3 Consent Agenda
Recommended placing sale of 0.327 acres of property to Cobb County Department of Transportation for $7,200 on August 3 Consent Agenda

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda July 27, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) A. Third and Final Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. B. Third and Final Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Bond Millage Rate. 10. Consent Agenda 11. General and Administrative 12. Public Safety A. Resolution: 911 Console Project Cost Increase Consideration for approval of a Resolution authorizing additional funds for the 911 Dispatch Console Replacement Project. 13. Information Technology 14. Public Works and Building Maintenance A. Resolution: 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project Consideration for approval of a Resolution to award the Bid and Contract for the 2026 Pipe Rehabilitation Project to Video Industrial Services. B. Resolution: Selling of City Property Consideration for approval of a Resolutio …

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DRAFT MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ July 27, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order Mayor Derek Easterling called the work session to order at 6:30 p.m. 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) A. Third and Final Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. As a follow-up to the first millage rate hearing, Mayor Easterling asked Finance Director Jennifer Gordy if she would like to provide additional comment on the third and final public hearing on the City's maintenance and operations (M&O) millage rate, which will be held at the Council's regular meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026. Gordy responded that she had no further comments. DRAFT B. Third and Final Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate Consideration for approval of a Resolution to adopt the proposed Bond Millage Rate. As a follow-up to the first millag …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00

General

Kennesaw City Council to hold first millage rate hearings

The City Council will hold the first public hearings to consider resolutions adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates. The meeting also includes a report on Mayor and Council appointments to boards and commissions.

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

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✓ Decided: Kennesaw holds first public hearings on proposed 2026 millage rates

The City Council held the first public hearings regarding the proposed Maintenance and Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates. No votes were taken during this meeting; second and third hearings are scheduled for August 3, 2026.

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council First Millage Rate Hearing Agenda July 27, 2026 6:00 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) A. First Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. B. First Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Bond Millage Rate. 11. Consent Agenda 12. General and Administrative 13. Public Safety 14. Information Technology 15. Public Works and Building Maintenance 16. Recreation and Culture 17. Community Development 18. Public Comment This section is for general comment. 19. City Manager's Report A. Reports, Discussions, and Updates 20. Mayor's Report A. Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions. This item is for (re)appointments made by the Mayor to any Board, Committee, Authority, or Commission requiring an appointment to fill any vacancies, res …

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DRAFT MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ First Millage Rate Hearing July 27, 2026 6:00 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation The Chamber observed the invocation led by Mayor Derek Easterling. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Chamber recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Kennesaw Police Captain Kevin Mitchell. 3. Call to Order The First Millage Rate Hearing began promptly at 6:00 PM. Council member Jonathon Bothers was not present. 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6 . Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) A. First Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate Consideration to approve a Resolution adopting the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate. DRAFT Mayor Derek Easterling opened the First Public Hearing on the City of Kennesaw's proposed millage rate with the following remarks: As required by Georgia law, the City of Kennesaw is holding this public hearing on the proposed millage rate. I want to take a moment to explain an important point that can often be confusing …

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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Plan Review Meeting canceled for July 23, 2026

The Plan Review Meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026, was canceled. There were no agenda items listed for this meeting.

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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CANCELED Plan Review Coordinator Scott Banks, Building Official Committee Members Chanelle Campbell, Planning & Zoning Director Ricky Stewart, Public Works Director Tim Cox, Asst. Public Works Director Luke Howe, Economic Development Director Miranda Taylor, Economic Dev. Specialist Tanyel Aviles, Community Dev. Specialist July 23rd, 2026 Plan Review Committee Agenda Council Chambers ______________________ APPLICANT: PROJECT DETAILS: TIME: No Agenda Items

Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to approve Interim City Manager contract and minutes

The Kennesaw City Council will consider approving a contract for the Assistant City Manager to serve as Interim City Manager and will review minutes from recent work sessions and meetings.

Approval of Interim City Manager contract
Approval of June 29, 2026 work session minutes
Approval of June 29, 2026 Special Budget work session minutes
Approval of July 6, 2026 regular meeting minutes
Consideration of June 2026 crime statistics

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✓ Decided: Council approved $24,521 contract for city manager executive search services

The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing an interim city manager contract and approved several work‑session minutes. They also approved the June 2026 crime statistics and entered, then exited, an executive session. Finally, they approved an agreement with Slavin Management Consultants for city manager executive search services costing up to $24,521.

Approved interim city manager contract (5‑0)
Approved June 29, 2026 work session minutes (5‑0)
Approved June 29, 2026 special budget work session minutes (5‑0)
Approved July 6, 2026 regular meeting minutes (5‑0)
Approved June 2026 crime statistics as presented (5‑0)
Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel matters (5‑0)
Approved motion to return to open session (5‑0)
Approved $24,521 agreement with Slavin Management Consultants for city manager executive search services (5‑0)

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Meeting Agenda July 20, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) 11. Consent Agenda A. Resolution: Authorization of Interim City Manager Contract Approval of a Resolution authorizing an employment contract with the Assistant City Manager to serve as the duly appointed Interim City Manager. B. Minutes: June 29, 2026 Work Session Approval of the June 29, 2026, City Council work session minutes. C. Minutes: June 29, 2026 Special Budget Work Session Approval of the June 29, 2026, Special City Council Budget work session minutes. D. Minutes: July 6, 2026 Regular Meeting Approval of the July 6, 2026, City Council regular meeting minutes. 12. General and Administrative 13. Public Safety A. Crime Statistics: June 2026 Consideration for the acceptance of the June 2026 crime statistics. 14. Information Technology 15. Public Works and Building Maintenance 16. Recreation and Culture 17. Community Development …

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DRAFT MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ July 20, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation The Chamber observed the Invocation led by Carlene Fregeolle. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Chamber recited the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Call to Order Mayor Derek Easterling called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. 4. Announcements 5. Prese ntations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 6:32 PM PUBLIC COMMENT - FLOOR OPEN NO COMMENTS 6:33 PM PUBLIC COMMENT - FLOOR CLOSED 7. Old Business DRAFT 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) 11. Consent Agenda A. Resolution: Authorization of Interim City Manager Contract Approval of a Resolution authorizing an employment contract with the Assistant City Manager to serve as the duly appointed Interim City Manager. B. Minutes: June 29, 2026 Work Session Approval of the June 29, 2026, City Council work session minutes. C. Minutes: June 29, 2026 Special Budget Work Session Approval of the June 29, 2026, Special City Council Budget work session minutes. D. Minutes: July 6, 2026 Regu …

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Fri Jul 17, 2026 · 08:00

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled

This meeting of the Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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CANCELED Commissioners: Patrick Gallagher Sharon Blandford Andrew Bramlett Rachel Butler Thomas Neaves Alexandra DeLuca Berisford Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda July 17, 2026 8:00 AM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) This meeting may be accessed in-person or by using the following link: https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/. HPC Application Acronyms: Certificate of Appropriateness (COA), Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative (COAA), and Central Business District (CBD) project 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. COAA Approval by City Staff and HPC Chair 7. Discussion 8. Public Comments 9. Staff Comment 10. Adjourn The next scheduled meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission will be Friday, August 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. NOTICE: Any person who desires to appeal any decision from this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for the purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. The Agenda is designed to make more efficient use of the HPC’s time. It is not designed to curtail discussion or input. If you need special accommodation to attend or participate in our meetings, please contact City Hall at least 24 hours in advance of the specific meeting you are planning to attend.

Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Plan Review Committee meeting for July 16, 2026 canceled

This meeting of the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee was canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda lists only procedural items that were not considered.

None – meeting canceled

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CANCELED Plan Review Committee Meeting Agenda July 16, 2026 9:00 AM Council Chambers 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment 8. Adjourn

Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00

General

Kennesaw Development Authority meeting canceled

The meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

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Authority Members Antoinette Griffin Chris Davis Keith Palmer Justin Crocker Matt Riedemann Sandra Glenn Justin Koehn Kennesaw Development Authority Meeting Agenda July 15, 2026 6:00 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA, 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment 8. Executive Session A. Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. 50-14-3, the KDA could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to executive session to discuss matters relating to litigation, legal actions and/or communications from the City Attorney as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14- 2(1); and/or personnel matters as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (4) and/or real estate matters as provided under O.C.G.A 50-14-3(6). 9. Adjourn CANCELED

Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission to elect officers and discuss Montepulciano programming

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission will consider approving April 2026 meeting minutes, elect officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, and receive a staff update on programming and potential projects with Montepulciano, Italy. The meeting also includes a financial report and public comments.

Approval of April 14, 2026, meeting minutes
2026 officer elections: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
Staff update on Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission programming with Montepulciano

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✓ Decided: Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission elects new officers for 2026

The commission unanimously elected Sheb True as Chair, Leslie Patton as Vice Chair, and Anna Trapp as Secretary. Members also discussed upcoming projects with Montepulciano, including a commemorative wine label, a student cultural exchange, a cookbook, and signage.

Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Elected Sheb True as Chair (4-0)
Elected Leslie Patton as Vice Chair (4-0)
Elected Anna Trapp as Secretary (4-0)

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Commissioners Angelo Brown Elizabeth Jamison Michael Ota Leslie Patton Sheb True Chrislyn Turner Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Agenda July 14, 2026 6:00 PM City Hall Conference Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avennue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Minutes: April 14, 2026 Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Approval of the April 14, 2026, Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting minutes. 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Officer Elections 2026 Officer Elections: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. 6. Public Comments 7. Staff Comment A. KSSC Programming Staff update on programming and potential projects with Montepulciano. 8. Adjourn

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MINUTES OF KENNESAW SISTER CITIES COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW City Hall Conference Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avennue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) July 14, 2026 6:00 PM 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Anna Trapp called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Members Present: Elizabeth Jamison (via Teams), Michael Ota, Chrislyn Turner, and Sheb True Members Absent: Angelo Brown and Leslie Patton Staff Liason: Anna Trapp Other Attendees: Ken Hill, Kennesaw State University Chrislyn Turner was welcomed to the Commission as its newest member. All present members and staff introduced themselves and provided background on who they are and why they joined the Commission. 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Minutes: April 14, 2026 Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting Approval of the April 14, 2026, Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission Meeting minutes. Motion by Michael Ora to approve the April 14, 2026 Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting minutes as submitted. Seconded by Elizabeth Jamison. Motion approved unanimously 4-0. 3. Financial Report 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Officer Elections 2026 Officer Elections: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Ms. Trapp explained the procedure of nominating or volunteering for the officer positions of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Sheb True volunteered to serve as Chair. Motion by Chrislyn Turner to elect Mr. True as Chair of the Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission, seconded by Michael Ota. Motion approved unanimously …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Work Session

Council will consider mayor’s board and commission appointments.

The Kennesaw City Council Work Session will review and vote on the mayor’s proposed appointments to various boards, committees, authorities, and commissions. Council members will also discuss the June 2026 crime statistics and several discussion items, including a street renaming, park matters, and a data‑center moratorium. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as announcements, reports, and public comments.

Acceptance of June 2026 crime statistics (Public Safety)
Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions
Renaming Sardis Street Extension (Council Member Discussion)
Woodland Park and Butler Creek Park discussion (Council Member Discussion)
Data Center Moratorium discussion (Council Member Discussion)

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✓ Decided: Council discussed park upgrades, street renaming, and data center moratorium

Council members debated renaming the future Sardis Street Extension to honor former councilmember Pat Ferris. They also reviewed proposed improvements for Woodland Acres Park and Butler Creek Park, including lighting, benches, a pavilion, and possible security cameras. A resident suggested a 12‑month data‑center moratorium for Kennesaw. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the meeting.

Council Chambers |, Kennesaw

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Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda July 13, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) 10. Consent Agenda 11. General and Administrative 12. Public Safety A. Crime Statistics: June 2026 Consideration for the acceptance of the June 2026 crime statistics. 13. Information Technology 14. Public Works and Building Maintenance 15. Recreation and Culture 16. Community Development 17. Public Comments 18. City Manager's Report A. Reports, Discussions, and Updates 19. Mayor's Report A. Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions. This item is for (re)appointments made by the Mayor to any Board, Committee, Authority, or Commission requiring an appointment to fill any vacancies, resignations, and to create or dissolve boards and commissions, as deemed necessary. 20. Council Reports & Discussions A. Council Member Discussion Items Jonathon Bothers, Post 3 Discussion Item (Renaming Sardis Street Extension) Antonio Jones, Post 4 Discussion Item (Woodland Park and Butler Creek …

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DRAFT MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ July 13, 2026 6:30 PM Present Mayor Derek Easterling Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Jones Councilmember Madelyn Orochena Councilmember Tracey Viars Councilmember Jonathon Bothers Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez-Leon Deputy City Clerk Nicholas Simpson City Manager Jeff Drobney City Attorney Sam Hensley, Jr. 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order Mayor Derek Easterling called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Committee and Board Reports 9. Public Hearing(s) 10. Consent Agenda 11. General and Administrative 12. Public Safety A. Crime Statistics: June 2026 Consideration for the acceptance of the June 2026 crime statistics. DRAFT Kennesaw Police Chief Bill Westenberger presented the June 2026 city crime statistics. [See Exhibit A] 13. Information Technology 14. Public Works and Building Maintenance 15. Recreation and Culture 16. Community Development 17. Public Comments 6:33 PM FLOOR OPEN FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS SAMUEL RUSCH [City Resident]: Mr. Rusch praised Parks department employees for their recent efforts to beautify Woodland Acres Park. He reminded Council about the racially sensitive graffiti — located on Ridgecrest Drive in the Woodland Acres community — that he highlighted at last week's city counci …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00

General

City Council Special Budget Work Session Canceled

The July 13, 2026 special budget work session of the Kennesaw City Council has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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CANCELED Mayor Derek Easterling City Manager Jeff Drobney, ICMA-CM City Clerk Lea Alvarez, CMC Council Madelyn Orochena Tracey Viars Jonathon Bothers Antonio Jones Anthony Gutierrez-Leon City Council Special Budget Work Session Agenda July 13, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) Livestream: www.kennesaw-ga.gov/publicmeetings/ 1. Invocation 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Call to Order 4. Announcements 5. Presentations 6. Public Comment This section is for comment on any item on the agenda. 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Committee and Board Reports 10. Public Hearing(s) 11. Consent Agenda 12. General and Administrative 13. Public Safety 14. Information Technology 15. Public Works and Building Maintenance 16. Recreation and Culture 17. Community Development CANCELED 18. Public Comment This section is for general comment. 19. City Manager's Report A. Reports, Discussions, and Updates 20. Mayor's Report A. Mayor and Council (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions. This item is for (re)appointments made by the Mayor to any Board, Committee, Authority, or Commission requiring an appointment to fill any vacancies, resignations, and to create or dissolve boards and commissions, as deemed necessary. 21. Council Reports & Discussions 22. Executive Session Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A 50-14-3, the City Council could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to exec …

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Fri Jul 10, 2026 · 08:00

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

Historic rehabilitation grant proposal for 2881 N. Main Street

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will consider a historic rehabilitation grant for the property at 2881 N. Main Street and an inducement resolution for the same address. The board will also receive a financial report, approve open invoices, and hear a presentation on the Downtown Ambassador Program. Public comments and executive session provisions are also on the agenda.

Historic Rehabilitation Grants Proposal – 2881 N. Main Street
Inducement Resolution – 2881 N. Main Street
Financial Report as of 6/30/26 and approval of open invoices
Presentation: Downtown Ambassador Program (Capstone Project)
Potential executive session for litigation, personnel, or real‑estate matters

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✓ Decided: KDDA approves tax abatement and grants for 2881 N. Main Street project

The board approved an inducement resolution and a historic rehabilitation grant proposal for the property at 2881 N. Main Street. The project involves a building rehabilitation expected to take 12-18 months.

Approved Inducement Resolution for 2881 N. Main Street (unanimous)
Approved Historic Rehabilitation Grants Proposal for 2881 N. Main Street (6-0)
Approved June 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approved financial report as of June 30, 2026 (6-0)

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Authority Members Mark Allen Ian Coats Lexie Newhouse Nimesh Patel Mary Jo Groeneveld Doug Edwards Leslie Patton Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority Meeting Agenda July 10, 2026 8:00 AM Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes 06.12.26 3. Financial Report A. Financial Report as of 6.30.26 B. Approval of open invoices 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Historic Rehabilitation Grants Proposal - 2881 N. Main Street B. Inducement Resolution - 2881 N. Main Street (added to agenda by unanimous vote at 7.10.26 meeting) 6. Main Street Program Updates A. Presentation: Downtown Ambassador Program (Capstone Project for Certified Downtown Professional) 7. Public Comments 8. Board Comments 9. Economic Development Director Comments 10. Executive Session A. Pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. 50-14-3, the KDDA could, at any time during the meeting, vote to close the public meeting and move to executive session to discuss matters relating to litigation, legal actions and/or communications from the City Attorney as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-2(1); and/or personnel matters as provided under O.C.G.A. 50-14-3 (4) and/or real estate matters as provided under O.C.G.A 50-14-3(6). 11. Adjourn A. NOTICE: Any person who desires to appeal any decision from this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for the purpose may …

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MINUTES OF KENNESAW DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING CITY OF KENNESAW Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) July 10, 2026 8:00 AM Present Chair Mark Allen Vice Chair Ian Coats Treasurer Leslie Patton Secretary Mary Jo Groeneveld Lexie Newhouse Doug Edwards 1. Call to Order / Roll Call Chair Mark Allen called the meeting to order at 8:00 am. KDDA members present: Mark Allen, Mary Jo Groeneveld, Doug Edwards, Lexie Newhouse, Leslie Patton, Ian Coats KDDA members absent: Nimesh Patel Staff members present: Luke Howe, Miranda Taylor, Fred Bentley, Jr. The Chair noted that a time-sensitive item regarding an Inducement Resolution for 2881 N. Main Street had been inadvertently left off the agenda, and asked the board for a motion to add the item to the agenda. Lexie Newhouse made a motion to add the consideration of an Inducement Resolution to the agenda under New Business as Item 5B. Leslie Patton seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The item will be added to the agenda as item 5B and a new agenda packet will be published as reference. Chair Mark Allen noted that a representative for items 5A and 5B is present, as well as the KDDA attorney, Fred Bentley, and requested that the agenda be taken out of order in consideration of the time of our guests. There were no objections to taking the meeting agenda out of order. The minutes will reflect the order in which the meeting was conducted. 5. New Busin …

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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 16:00

Cemetery Preservation Commission

Cemetery Preservation Commission meeting canceled

The meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026, was canceled. No decisions were made and no items were discussed.

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City Hall Training Room |, Kennesaw

📄 From the agenda

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Commissioners Lewis Bramlett, Chair Lizz Gray, Vice Chair Judi Burrell Jim Poole Rebecca Carlson Alexis Gaddy Cemetery Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda July 9, 2026 4:00 PM City Hall Training Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Cemetery Preservation Foundation Update 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Staff Comment 8. Adjourn CANCELED

Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 09:00

Plan Review Meeting

Plan Review Committee meeting canceled

This meeting of the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee has been canceled. The single agenda item, a discussion of 3010 N. Main Street by applicant Bruce K., was not held. No decisions or discussions occurred.

Cancelled: Discussion of 3010 N. Main Street by applicant Bruce K.

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Council Chambers |, Kennesaw