Kennesaw public meetings in 2024

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will include a Mayor's Report discussing mayor and council reappointments to boards, committees, authorities, and commissions. The agenda also lists standard items such as public safety, public works, and community development, but no specific policy decisions are detailed. The City Manager's Report was canceled, so no updates from that office will be presented.

• Mayor's Report – discussion of mayor and council (re)appointments to boards, committees, authorities, and commissions
• Canceled City Manager's Report – no report presented

General

The Kennesaw General Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 26, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve the November 15, 2024 meeting minutes and receive a financial report. It will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness applications: a two‑story addition at 2982 North Main Street, an exterior renovation at 3059 Cherokee Street, and a Central Business District mixed‑use project at the same Cherokee Street address. The commission will also approve two Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative requests for 2886 Cherokee Street and 2081 Cherokee Ridge Trail.

• Addition: two‑story addition at 2982 N. Main St (COA application)
• Exterior renovation: removal of rear non‑historic addition at 3059 Cherokee St (COA application)
• CBD project: mixed‑use development at 3059 Cherokee St (CBD application)
• COAA approval for 2886 Cherokee St
• COAA approval for 2081 Cherokee Ridge Trail

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for a two-story addition to the historic J.V Smith House at 2982 N. Main Street, citing concerns about size and scale. The commission approved an alteration to remove a non-historic addition at 3059 Cherokee Street and approved a conceptual plan for a mixed-use development on the same parcel, with conditions for final design review.

• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness for two-story addition at 2982 N. Main Street (3-1)
• Approved removal of rear non-historic addition at 3059 Cherokee Street, with condition to submit full plans before renovation (5-0)
• Approved conceptual Central Business District application for mixed-use development at 3059 Cherokee Street, with condition to return for final design review at 60% and 100% (5-0)
• Approved November 15, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved financial report for November 30, 2024 (5-0)

General

The Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, was canceled. There were no agenda items for this meeting.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone the properties at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road, submitted by Fabric Housing Acquisitions, LLC. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including a $250,000 dedication of remaining ARPA funds to a public safety facility, extensions of existing contracts, and award of new contracts for landscape services and park restroom construction. Additional business includes renewal of three alcoholic beverage licenses and acceptance of November 2024 crime statistics.

• Ordinance: Rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd (Case #RZ2024-04)
• Resolution: Dedication of approximately $250,000 remaining ARPA funding to Public Safety Facility and Real Time Crime Center
• Resolution: Extension of the contract with Axon (FUSUS) and authorization for the Mayor to execute the agreement
• Resolution: Award of landscape services contract to Creative Cuts Landscapes DBA Creative Landscape Group
• Final Plat Application: 2640 S. Main Street to subdivide parcel into five commercial tracts (Case #PS2024-01)

The Kennesaw City Council unanimously voted to postpone a rezoning request for properties at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road to the January 13, 2025 work session and January 21, 2025 regular meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for GIRMA PTSD program membership, an IGA with the Kennesaw Development Authority for Jiles Place, ARPA fund dedication, Fusus contract extension, landscape services, and Adams Park restroom reconstruction. Additionally, four alcohol license renewals and one new license were approved, and the November 2024 crime statistics were accepted.

• Postponed rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd to Jan 13 and Jan 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including GIRMA PTSD program, Jiles Place IGA, ARPA funds, Fusus contract, landscape services, Adams Park restroom (5-0)
• Approved 2025 alcohol license renewal for Stop 2 Go Shell (5-0)
• Approved 2025 alcohol license renewal for Racetrac #052 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 alcohol license renewal for Cobb Food Mart (5-0)
• Approved new alcohol license for Bottle Shop (5-0)
• Accepted November 2024 crime statistics (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Carley Cole from Urban Redevelopment Agency (5-0)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review its financial report and open legal invoices, discuss the pending Event Management Services RFP, receive updates on the Main Street Program, and consider a new CBD Project application at 3059 Cherokee Street. The meeting also includes public comments and executive‑session provisions for litigation or personnel matters.

• CBD Project Application: 3059 Cherokee Street
• Event Management Services RFP
• Financial Report as of 11/30/24
• Review of open invoices (legal)
• Main Street Program year‑end assessment updates

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority approved a Community Business District (CBD) application for 3059 Cherokee Street, a Phase 2 continuation of a previously approved project, allowing the developer to expand the development and rehab the historic home for commercial use. The board also approved the event management services RFP with edits, the financial report, and legal invoices, all unanimously.

• Approved CBD application for 3059 Cherokee Street (unanimous)
• Approved event management services RFP with edits (7-0)
• Approved financial report as of 11.30.24 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of legal invoices (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 11.8.24 meeting (7-0)

General

The Kennesaw General Plan Review Committee meeting on December 12, 2024 was canceled and listed no agenda items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions were scheduled for this session.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission had a meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024 at City Hall. The agenda listed standard items such as minutes approval, financial report, foundation update, and old and new business. However, the meeting was canceled, so no decisions or discussions took place.

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission had a meeting set for December 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue). The agenda listed standard items such as call to order, minutes approval, financial report, old and new business, public comments, staff comment, and adjournment. The meeting was later marked as CANCELED, so no decisions or discussions took place.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone the parcels at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd, a request submitted by Fabric Housing Acquisitions, LLC (Case #RZ2024-04). The council will also consider a resolution dedicating roughly $250,000 of remaining ARPA funds to a public safety facility and real‑time crime center, and several other resolutions and license renewals.

• Ordinance: Rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd (Fabric Housing Acquisitions, LLC)
• Resolution: Dedication of approximately $250,000 ARPA funding to Public Safety Facility and Real Time Crime Center
• Resolution: Add membership to the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (GIRMA) Fund for First Responder's PTSD Program
• Resolution: Extend the contract with Axon (FUSUS) for the city’s public safety video system
• Resolution: Award landscape services contract to Creative Cuts Landscapes DBA Creative Landscape Group

The Kennesaw City Council held a work session on December 9, 2024, where it reviewed several agenda items but took no final votes. The council directed staff to move multiple items to the consent agenda for the December 16 regular meeting, including the GIRMA PTSD program membership, alcohol license renewals, the Jiles Place property transfer, ARPA fund dedication, Fusus contract extension, landscape services contract, Adams Park restroom construction, and the South Main Street final plat. The council also postponed a rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road to January 2025. No public comments were made, and the council entered executive session to discuss personnel.

• Postponed rezoning case RZ2024-04 to Jan. 13 work session and Jan. 21 regular meeting
• Moved GIRMA PTSD program membership to consent agenda
• Moved alcohol license renewals for Stop 2 Go Shell, Racetrac #052, Cobb Food Mart, and Bottle Shop to consent agenda
• Moved Jiles Place property transfer IGA to consent agenda
• Moved ARPA fund dedication of ~$250,000 to consent agenda
• Moved Fusus contract extension with Axon to consent agenda
• Moved landscape services contract award to Creative Landscape Group ($107,405.25) to consent agenda
• Moved Adams Park restroom construction award to S.H. Creel Contracting ($374,152.80) to consent agenda

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will consider five applications: a mechanic shop at 2695 N. Cobb Parkway, an additional parking lot at 3248 Cherokee St, a new single-family home at 3010 Wrens Way, an indoor soccer facility at 3140 Moon Station Rd, and an event center at 2454 & 2360 Kennesaw Due West Road.

• Mechanic shop – 2695 N. Cobb Parkway
• Additional parking lot – 3248 Cherokee St
• New single-family home – 3010 Wrens Way
• Indoor soccer facility – 3140 Moon Station Rd
• Event center – 2454 & 2360 Kennesaw Due West Road

Events Committee

The Events Committee will approve the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss the upcoming March 22 electronics recycling event at Swift Cantrell Park, including scheduling, staffing and budget considerations. The committee will also review announcements, public comments, and other old and new business items.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Electronics Recycling Event – March 22 at Swift Cantrell Park

The committee approved the November meeting minutes and set the date for the Electronics Recycling Event at Swift Cantrell Park on March 22, 2025, from 9am to 12pm. They also discussed a holiday market and concert at Mt. Pisgah Seventh Day Adventist Church on December 8, requiring two off-duty officers. The January 2, 2025 meeting was canceled, and officers were re-elected for 2025.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Electronics Recycling Event for March 22, 2025 at Swift Cantrell Park
• Canceled January 2, 2025 Events Committee meeting
• Re-elected officers for 2025: Chair Marty Hughes, Vice-Chair Ricky Stewart, Secretary Christie Burgner

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. New business items will be heard by the Mayor and Council on December 16, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to transfer excess 2022 SPLOST funds to the Public Safety Facility SPLOST fund. The body will also review contract renewals for the City Manager and City Clerk and a contract for City Hall entrance improvements.

• Resolution to transfer excess 2022 SPLOST funds to Public Safety Facility SPLOST fund (up to $7 million)
• Contract award to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC for City Hall Entrance Improvements
• Contract renewals for the City Manager and City Clerk
• Right of Way Abandonment Process for 2995 and 2997 North Main Street
• Update on Taste of Kennesaw from the Kennesaw Business Association

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will consider several resolutions and discussions. Council members will vote on a resolution to award the City Hall entrance improvement contract to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC. They will also discuss bond financing for Dale Hughes' Main Street projects, a public safety facility funding update, and a property‑tax exemption bill (HB 581). Additional items include a right‑of‑way abandonment process for two North Main Street parcels.

• Resolution: Right of Way Abandonment Process for 2995 and 2997 North Main Street
• Resolution: City Hall Entrance Improvements – award contract to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC
• Discussion: Bond Funding for Dale Hughes' Main Street Projects (presentation by Raymond James)
• Discussion: House Bill 581 Local Opt-out Floating Homestead Exemption (property tax provisions)
• Discussion: Public Safety Facility funding update

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee met on November 21, 2024 in the Council Chambers. The agenda listed only committee members and staff but contained no agenda items. Consequently, no decisions or public hearings were scheduled for this meeting.

Art and Culture Commission

The Kennesaw Art and Culture Commission scheduled a meeting for November 21, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting was canceled, so no agenda items were considered or decided.

General

The Kennesaw Development Authority meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included standard items such as approval of minutes, financial reports, and a public comment period.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Financial report
• Public comments
• Executive session

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider approving a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding public art and a rezoning request for properties on Old 41 Highway and North Roberts Road. The agenda also includes approving minutes, fee schedule updates, and a stormwater repair contract.

• Ordinance: Text amendment to Unified Development Code regarding public art
• Ordinance: Rezoning request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway, 1620 N. Roberts Road
• Resolution: Master Fee Schedule Updates
• Resolution: Emergency Stormwater Repair from Proshot Concrete, Inc.
• Final Plat Application: 2652 South Main Street

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission will review and vote on two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: one by Kris Vanhemert for 3011 N. Main Street to add a recessed sitting area, new windows and a double door, and another by David Brown for an addition to the house at 2986 N. Main Street. The commission will also approve five Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative items for properties on Galt Commons, Cherokee Ridge Trail, and North Main Street. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval, a financial report, and public comments.

• COA2024-09: 3011 N. Main Street – recessed sitting area, new windows, double door
• COA2024-10: 2986 N. Main Street – new addition to existing house
• COAA2024-15: 1924 Galt Commons
• COAA2024-16: 2078 Cherokee Ridge Trail
• COAA2024-17: 2975 N. Main Street

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a project involving Parcel 20010002870 on Maple Drive. The applicant for this item is D. Foronda.

• Discussion regarding Parcel 20010002870 (Maple Drive)

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider approving the minutes from its October 10, 2024 meeting and the October 2024 financial reports. It will review new quotes for memorial trees and plaques under old business. In new business, the commission will discuss possible dates for 2025 cemetery events and clean‑up days. The meeting will end with staff comments and adjournment.

• Approve October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve October 2024 financial reports
• Review new quotes for memorial trees and plaques
• Discuss possible dates for 2025 cemetery events and clean‑up days

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will discuss updates to the Master Fee Schedule and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code concerning public art exhibits. It will also consider an ordinance to rezone parcels at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road. Additional items include resolutions for water and sewer easement agreements with Cobb County and emergency stormwater repair by Proshot Concrete, Inc.

• Resolution: Master Fee Schedule Updates
• Ordinance: Unified Development Code Text Amendment (public art exhibits)
• Ordinance: Rezoning Request for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Highway and 1620 North Roberts Road
• Resolution: Cobb County Water and Sewer Easement Agreements
• Resolution: Emergency Stormwater Repair (Proshot Concrete, Inc.)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review financial reports, discuss draft proposals for a beer festival, and receive an update on commercial parcels at The Lacy on South Main Street.

• Discussion of draft RFP for beer festival event management services
• Presentation: Update on commercial parcels at The Lacy on South Main Street
• Financial report as of 10.31.24
• Review of open invoices
• Approval of the meeting minutes for 10.11.24

Events Committee

The Kennesaw Events Committee met to discuss scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming community events. Items included a review of the Taste of Kennesaw, the November 9 concert series, the Smith‑Gilbert Garden children’s play, the December 7 A Day with Santa parade, and a review of the 2025 events calendar.

• Review of the Taste of Kennesaw (old business)
• Discussion of the November 9 Kennesaw Concert Series featuring G Clef, Playlist, and Georgia Symphony Orchestra Jazz Ensemble
• Planning for the November 15‑23 Smith‑Gilbert Garden Children’s Play in partnership with KSU at Swift Cantrell Park
• Planning for the December 7 “A Day with Santa” annual parade and festival
• Review of the 2025 events calendar

General

The November 7, 2024 meeting of the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee was canceled with no agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission will discuss three new business items: a rezoning amendment for the property at 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd, a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, and a preliminary plat for a 38‑unit townhome community at 3057 N. Main Street. The commission will also approve the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. Public comment can be submitted by email before 6:00 p.m. the night of the meeting.

• RZ2024-04 – Amend zoning conditions for 2112 & 2114 Old 41 Hwy and 1620 N. Roberts Rd to remove ground‑floor commercial requirement and replace two condo buildings (9,750 sq ft) with 12,000 sq ft of retail on a 4.57‑acre site.
• MISC2024-03 – Approve a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, Appendix A, Section 2.03.00 and Section 8.04.00.
• PP2024-01 – Approve a preliminary plat for a 38‑unit townhome community on 5.98+ acres at 3057 N. Main Street (Parcel ID 20012702300).
• Approve meeting minutes from the October 2, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
• Public comment instructions: email comments by 6:00 p.m. the night of the meeting; meeting accessible via telephonic link.

City Council

The City Council will review a contract for banking services and a purchase authorization for police equipment. The body is also considering an alcohol license for a local mart and the dedication of a street in Cantrell Crossing.

• Contract award to Cadence Bank for banking services
• Purchase authorization for Axon "Taser 10"
• Alcohol License for Hi & Hello Mart at 3055 N Main St Suite 108
• Street dedication in Cantrell Crossing
• Road closures for the 2024 Day With Santa event

General

The Plan Review Committee meeting on October 31, 2024 lists its members but contains no agenda items. No projects, contracts, or policy matters are slated for decision or discussion. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive business.

City Council Work Session

At the October 28 work session, the Kennesaw City Council will consider several items. These include an appeal hearing on an alcohol license denial for Churras Brazilian Steakhouse, a resolution to award a banking services contract to Candence Bank, and a new alcohol license for Hi & Hello Mart to sell beer, wine, and Sunday sales. The council will also authorize the purchase of Axon “Taser 10” devices and accept a street dedication in Cantrell Crossing. Additional agenda items cover road closures for the Day With Santa event and other routine business.

• Appeal hearing on alcohol license denial for Churras Brazilian Steakhouse at 3940 Cherokee Street
• Resolution awarding banking services contract to Candence Bank
• Alcohol license for Hi & Hello Mart at 3055 N Main St Suite 108 for beer, wine, and Sunday sales
• Purchase authorization for Axon “Taser 10” devices per FY 2025 budget
• Street dedication for Cantrell Crossing

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024 lists committee members and staff. No specific applications, projects, or agenda items are detailed in the provided document. As a result, no decisions or discussions can be identified from this agenda.

General

The Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals will meet to review inspection reports and confirm findings for properties identified as blighted. The board will consider approval for properties at 3097 Shirley Drive, 2260 Kennesaw Due West Road, and 4070 Woodland Dr. Staff will also discuss updates for properties brought into compliance before October 1, 2024.

• Public hearing for blight confirmation at 3097 Shirley Drive
• Public hearing for blight confirmation at 2260 Kennesaw Due West Road
• Public hearing for blight confirmation at 4070 Woodland Dr
• Review of properties brought into compliance before 10/1/2024
• Vacancy announcement for replacement of licensed plumber

City Council

The October 21 City Council meeting includes a public hearing on a land‑use permit application for 2255 Long Bow Chase submitted by Nancy Lesser (Case #LU2024-03). The council will also vote on a cemetery deed authorization, a contract addendum with Professional Probation Services, road closures for the Taste of Kennesaw festival, and a contract award for Smith‑Gilbert Gardens improvements. Additional items include an alcohol license for Cigar Gallery Club, acceptance of September 2024 crime statistics, and a right‑of‑way transfer for Keene Street.

• Land Use Permit: 2255 Long Bow Chase (Case #LU2024-03) – public hearing
• Cemetery Deed: authorization for Section III, Plot 5 Lots A‑D and Plot 12 Lots A‑D purchased by Mike Turner
• Resolution: addendum to the contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc.
• Road Closures: approval for the Taste of Kennesaw festival
• Resolution: award of the Smith‑Gilbert Gardens Improvements Project contract to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC

General

The October 17, 2024 Plan Review Committee agenda lists the committee members but provides no applicant, project details, or scheduled items. As a result, no specific decisions or discussions are documented for this meeting.

Art and Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission meeting scheduled for October 17, 2024, was canceled. No actions were taken.

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority scheduled a meeting for October 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda indicates the meeting was canceled. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM.

General

The Ethics Board meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will consider several contract and permit items, including a resolution to award the Smith‑Gilbert Gardens Improvements Project to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC. The council will also review an addendum to the contract with Professional Probation Services, Inc., and a land‑use permit application for 2255 Long Bow Chase. Additional items include road closures for the Taste of Kennesaw festival and an alcohol license request for Cigar Gallery Club.

• Resolution: award Smith‑Gilbert Gardens Improvements Project contract to S.H. Creel Contracting, LLC
• Resolution: addendum to Professional Probation Services, Inc. contract for probation supervision
• Land Use Permit: 2255 Long Bow Chase (Case #LU2024-03) submitted by Nancy Lesser
• Road Closures: approval for Taste of Kennesaw festival
• Alcohol License: approval for Cigar Gallery Club LLC at 3600 Cherokee St NW, Suite 102

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review financial reports, discuss plans for 2025 events, and analyze results from a downtown visioning session. The meeting may include an executive session to discuss legal, personnel, or real estate matters.

• Review of Downtown Visioning Session results
• 2025 Events Discussion
• Financial report as of 9.30.24
• Approval of meeting minutes from 9.13.24
• Executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to review a project at 2690 Summers St. proposed by M. Doolittle.

• Review of M. Doolittle's potential pottery studio at 2690 Summers St.
• Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and September 2024 financial reports. Members will discuss proposals for section signage and memorial trees.

• Review of section signage proposals from Signs & More and Miller EG Design
• Review of memorial trees proposal from Creative Landscaping
• Approval of September 2024 financial reports
• Recap of Gravestone Cleaning Workshop

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission had scheduled a meeting for October 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda listed standard items such as call to order, minutes approval, financial report, old and new business, public comments, staff comment, and adjournment. However, the meeting was canceled, so no items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The City Council will consider acquiring right-of-way and easements for the Cherokee Street Improvement Project. The body will also review alcohol license applications and authorize vehicle purchases approved in the FY 2025 budget.

• Property acquisition for 3238 and 3248 Cherokee Street for the Cherokee Street Improvement Project
• Alcohol license for Amigos Food Mart at 2851 Cobb Pkwy NW
• Alcohol license for Cigar Gallery Club at 3600 Cherokee St NW, Suite 102
• Purchase authorization for vehicles for Public Works, Building Maintenance, Parks and Recreation, and Police
• Review of August 2024 crime statistics

General

The October 3, 2024 meeting of the Kennesaw Plan Review Committee was canceled. No agenda items were scheduled.

Events Committee

The Events Committee will review scheduling, staffing and budget considerations for upcoming community events. It will consider the City of Kennesaw document shredding event scheduled for October 26. It will also discuss the Taste of Kennesaw festival planned for November 2 by the Kennesaw Business Association.

• CoK Document Shredding Event – scheduled for 26 October
• Taste of Kennesaw – organized by Kennesaw Business Association, scheduled for 2 November

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a land use request for a home occupation business. The board serves as an advisory body making recommendations to the Mayor and Council.

• LU2024-03: Land use request for a home occupation business to create sublimation tumblers and decor at 2255 Long Bow Chase

General

The License Review Board will consider an appeal of a denied alcohol license application. The appeal concerns Churras Brazilian Steakhouse, located at 3940 Cherokee Street in Kennesaw. The board will decide whether to overturn the September 5, 2024 denial.

• Appeal of alcohol license denial for Churras Brazilian Steakhouse, 3940 Cherokee St.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend rules for short-term rentals and approve alcohol licenses for two local businesses. The body will also consider acquiring property for a street improvement project and authorize the purchase of vehicles for various city departments.

• Discussion of Short Term Rentals Ordinance
• Alcohol License: Amigos Food Mart
• Alcohol License: Cigar Gallery Club
• Resolution for Cherokee Street ROW acquisition
• Purchase Authorization: Vehicles for city departments

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee met on September 26, 2024 to consider two project proposals. The first proposal is from J. Oneil Anderson to develop new office space at 3531 Cherokee Street. The second proposal is from Kevin to remodel a restaurant at 2908 Moon Station Road. The committee will discuss the plans during the meeting.

• Discuss development of new office space at 3531 Cherokee St.
• Discuss remodel of a restaurant at 2908 Moon Station Rd.

Art and Culture Commission

The Kennesaw Arts and Culture Commission meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024, has been canceled. The agenda indicates the meeting is canceled in item 1A.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of the Meeting Minutes
• Financial Report
• Old Business
• New Business

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee meeting on September 19, 2024 has no new items for review. Committee members are listed, but no projects or decisions are on the agenda.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission will review information on historic districts and the Certificate of Appropriateness. Commissioners will consider proposed updates from consultants and a project timeline. The meeting includes public input and staff comments, but no formal decisions are listed.

• Overview of historic districts
• Discussion of the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)
• Presentation of proposed updates from consultants
• Project timeline briefing
• Public input and discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold final public hearings to consider resolutions adopting the FY 2024-2025 operating budget and the FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) budget. The consent agenda includes approval of a $700,000 loan to the Kennesaw Development Authority for 2881 North Main Street, two final plat applications, and ratification of the IT Director appointment. These items will be voted on during the September 16, 2024 meeting.

• Final public hearing: FY25 Operating Budget – resolution to adopt budget and organizational chart
• Final public hearing: FY25 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget – resolution to adopt budget
• Resolution: loan $700,000 to Kennesaw Development Authority for 2881 North Main Street (intergovernmental agreement)
• Final plat application approval for 1972, 1994 & 2004 Duncan Drive (Gunnin Land Surveying)
• Ratify appointment of Berry Wilson as Information Technology Director

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will approve the draft meeting minutes from August 9, 2024 and the draft executive session minutes. It will review the financial report dated August 31, 2024 and examine open legal invoices. The board will discuss the wrap‑up of the Drinks at the Depot festival and receive updates on the Main Street program, including a downtown visioning session reminder and a summary of recent fall events.

• Approve draft meeting minutes – 8.9.24
• Approve draft executive session minutes – 8.9.24
• Financial Report – 8.31.24
• Review open legal invoices
• Drinks at the Depot festival wrap‑up discussion

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority approved the August 9, 2024 meeting minutes, executive session minutes, the financial report with an ending cash balance of $98,446.85, and open legal invoices. The board also discussed the cancellation of the Drinks at the Depot event due to low ticket sales, with no action taken. The meeting included a closed session for legal matters, and the board ratified actions taken in that session.

• Approved August 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 9, 2024 executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report with $98,446.85 cash balance (unanimous)
• Approved open legal invoices (7-0)
• Entered closed session for legal discussion (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution ratifying closed session actions (7-0)

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will meet in the Council Chambers on September 12, 2024. The agenda lists only the committee members and indicates that there are no new items for plan review. The meeting will therefore consist of routine procedural matters without any decisions on projects or contracts.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider approval of the August 8, 2024 meeting minutes. It will also consider approval of the August 2024 financial reports. Updates will be given on the gravestone cleaning workshop, cremation garden plaques and fee schedule, and storyboard design. Staff will comment on replacement flags before adjournment.

• Approve August 8, 2024 Cemetery Preservation Commission meeting minutes
• Approve August 2024 financial reports
• Discuss logistics and promotion for gravestone cleaning workshop
• Discuss cremation garden plaques and fee schedule
• Discuss storyboard design

The Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission approved the August 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports, and approved a purchase of replacement flags not to exceed $500. The commission also received updates on the gravestone cleaning workshop, Life in the Cemetery tours, and other cemetery matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved August 2024 financial reports (3-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement flags not to exceed $500 (4-0)

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024, has been canceled. No actions were taken.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will hold final public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget. The body will also consider approving final plat applications for two residential developments and a $700,000 loan to the Kennesaw Development Authority.

• Final Public Hearing: FY25 Operating Budget
• Final Public Hearing: FY25 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget
• Approval of final plat applications for Duncan Drive and Ellison Lakes Drive
• Resolution to loan Kennesaw Development Authority $700,000
• Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes

The Kennesaw City Council held a work session on September 9, 2024, and made several decisions. They agreed to focus the next Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) study on the Cobb Parkway corridor, and they approved moving three items to the consent agenda for the September 16 meeting: final plats for Devin's Shire townhomes and a property line adjustment at 2400 Ellison Lakes Drive, and a resolution to loan $700,000 to the Kennesaw Development Authority for purchasing 2881 North Main Street. No formal votes were taken during the work session.

• Agreed to study Cobb Parkway corridor for next LCI study
• Moved final plat for Devin's Shire townhomes (35 units) to consent agenda
• Moved final plat for 2400 Ellison Lakes Drive property line adjustment to consent agenda
• Moved resolution to loan $700,000 to Kennesaw Development Authority for 2881 North Main Street to consent agenda

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project application. The committee will discuss a proposal for a dog grooming and event space.

• Project review for 1480 Shiloh Rd (Dog Grooming/Event Space) submitted by Darrell Swanson

Events Committee

The Events Committee will review the 2024 Fall Festival & Candy Crawl, consider drinks at the Depot location, and discuss upcoming events scheduled for September through November. Officer elections will also be held. The committee will address event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting matters.

• Officer elections
• 2024 Fall Festival & Candy Crawl: KDMA, sponsored by the KDDA
• Drinks at the Depot location
• Review and discuss upcoming events: September – November
• Approval of the August 1, 2024 meeting minutes

The Kennesaw Events Committee approved the 2024 Fall Festival & Candy Crawl scheduled for October 25 at Depot Park, with no road closures and an expected attendance of 600-1000. New officers were elected following resignations, and the committee noted the cancellation of Drinks at the Depot due to low ticket sales.

• Approved 2024 Fall Festival & Candy Crawl (unanimous)
• Elected Marty Hughes as Chair, Ricky Stewart as Vice-Chair, Christie Burgner as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 4, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a call to order, announcements, approval of the meeting minutes, and a new business segment. The staff comment and adjourn items are marked canceled, and no specific rezoning, contract, or ordinance items are listed for decision.

City Council

The City Council will hold first public hearings to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget. The body will also review an alcohol license application and board appointments.

• Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget and organizational chart
• Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement (SPLOST) Budget
• Alcohol License for Sunday Sales for Fern Gully Jamaican Cafe at 2756 S. Main St.
• Mayor's (re)appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

The Kennesaw City Council held the first public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 operating and SPLOST capital budgets, with no public comments. No budget was adopted at this meeting; final adoption is scheduled for September 16, 2024. The council also approved a consent agenda and an alcohol license for Sunday sales at Fern Gully Jamaican Cafe.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from Aug. 12, 14, and 19 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Sunday sales alcohol license for Fern Gully Jamaican Cafe (5-0)
• Held first public hearing on FY25 operating budget; no action taken
• Held first public hearing on FY25 SPLOST budget; no action taken
• Entered executive session to discuss land and personnel (5-0)

General

The Plan Review Committee will consider the application submitted by Reggie Dill for a new townhome development located at 3057 N Main Street. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on August 29, 2024. No decision outcome is indicated in the agenda.

• Application review: new townhome development by Reggie Dill at 3057 N Main Street

General

The Kennesaw Development Authority will discuss three items related to 2881 N. Main St. The board will consider an Intergovernmental Agreement and a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property. They will also authorize the chairperson to sign closing documents to complete the acquisition. No other business is listed.

• Consider Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA)
• Consider Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) for 2881 N. Main St.
• Authorize Chairperson to execute closing documents for acquisition of 2881 N. Main St.

General

The Kennesaw Plan Review Committee will review the application submitted by David Jezequel for a single-family residence located at 3010 Wrens Way. The committee will evaluate the project's compliance with zoning and building regulations. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM in the Council Chambers.

• Review of single-family residence application at 3010 Wrens Way (applicant: David Jezequel)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone the property at 3045 Cherokee Street. They will also review a Central Business District mixed‑use development application for parcels at 3033 and 3045 Cherokee Street. Several resolutions will be considered to transfer 2016 and 2022 SPLOST funds to various infrastructure and improvement accounts, and a contract award for the Smith‑Gilbert Garden Improvements Project will be approved. Minutes from recent meetings will be adopted.

• Ordinance: Rezoning request for 3045 Cherokee Street (public hearing)
• Resolution: Transfer 2016 SPLOST funds to Resurfacing and Sidewalks account
• Resolution: Transfer 2016 SPLOST funds to Stormwater Infrastructure (Ben King Road Improvements)
• Resolution: Transfer 2022 SPLOST funds to Neighborhood Improvements account
• Resolution: Award contract to Magnum Contracting, LLC for Smith‑Gilbert Garden Improvements

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a landscaping plan for a pool installation at 3000 N Main St. The body will also receive a staff update on public outreach for proposed ordinance and design standards updates.

• Review of landscaping plan for pool installation at 3000 N Main St (COA2023-17)
• Staff update on proposed HPC ordinance and design standards updates

Art and Culture Commission

The Kennesaw Arts and Culture Commission scheduled for August 15, 2024 was canceled. As a result, no agenda items were considered, approved, or acted upon.

General

The Plan Review Committee will discuss three project applications: Austin D. (parcel #20017501190) at 9:00 AM, Chris W. (2847 N. Main St.) at 9:30 AM, and Elisandr S. (2651 N. Cobb Pkwy – building expansion) at 10:00 AM. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion only.

• Austin D. – parcel #20017501190 – discussion at 9:00 AM
• Chris W. – 2847 N. Main St. – discussion at 9:30 AM
• Elisandr S. – 2651 N. Cobb Pkwy, building expansion – discussion at 10:00 AM

General

The Kennesaw City Council will discuss and vote on a resolution to approve an intergovernmental agreement for an updated Service Delivery Strategy with Cobb County and the six Cobb cities, effective November 1, 2024. The meeting also includes public comment, old and new business items, and a review of mayoral and council appointments to boards and commissions. An executive session may be called for matters such as litigation, personnel, or real estate.

• Resolution: Service Delivery Strategy intergovernmental agreement with Cobb County and six Cobb cities, to start Nov 1, 2024
• Mayor and Council (re)appointments to boards, committees, authorities, and commissions
• Public Hearing(s) as scheduled on the agenda
• Committee and Board Reports
• Potential Executive Session for litigation, legal, personnel, or real estate matters

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items to discuss.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council work session will hear a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone the property at 3045 Cherokee Street (Case #RZ2024-03). Council members will consider several resolutions to transfer 2016 and 2022 SPLOST funds to resurfacing, sidewalk, stormwater, and neighborhood improvement accounts. The council will also vote on awarding the Smith‑Gilbert Garden Improvements contract to Magnum Contracting, LLC. Additional items include review of a Central Business District mixed‑use project for 3033 and 3045 Cherokee Street and an updated intergovernmental agreement for 2840 S. Main Street.

• Ordinance: Rezoning request for 3045 Cherokee Street (Case #RZ2024-03)
• Resolution: Transfer 2016 SPLOST funds to Resurfacing and Sidewalks account
• Resolution: Transfer 2016 SPLOST Stormwater funds to Ben King Road Improvements account
• Resolution: Award Smith‑Gilbert Garden Improvements contract to Magnum Contracting, LLC
• Resolution: Update Intergovernmental Agreement for 2840 S. Main Street (shared dumpster arrangement)

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review and potentially approve the updated Intergovernmental Agreement and Property Use Agreement for the property at 2840 S. Main Street. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of July 12 meeting minutes, a financial report for July 31, and updates on local events and the Main Street visioning session.

• Approve draft meeting minutes and executive session minutes from July 12, 2024
• Review KDDA financial report for July 31, 2024
• Discuss event updates: Drinks at the Depot and First Friday Concerts logistics
• Consider updated Intergovernmental Agreement & Property Use Agreement for 2840 S. Main Street
• Provide Main Street Visioning Session update

General

The Plan Review Committee meeting on August 8, 2024, contained no new agenda items. The document lists committee members and staff but no specific projects or decisions.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission is meeting to review July 2024 financials and meeting minutes. The body will discuss aligning memorial plaque fees with vendor charges and removing memorial trees from the fee schedule.

• Proposed alignment of memorial plaque fees with vendor charges
• Proposed removal of memorial trees from the master fee schedule
• Updates on Gravestone Cleaning Workshop, Life in the Cemetery, and Wreaths Across America events

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission will meet to consider a rezoning request for a mixed-use development at 3045 Cherokee Street. The body will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive staff comments.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Rezoning Application: 3045 Cherokee Street (Case#RZ2024-03)
• Consideration of mixed-use development with 31 residential units and 1,600 sq. ft. commercial space

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will hold third and final public hearings to adopt proposed Maintenance & Operation (M&O) and Bond millage rates. The council will also consider ratifying recent License Review Board due‑cause actions for several businesses on North Cobb Parkway and Old Highway 41. Additional items include opening a new bank account for National Opioid Settlement funds and adopting a paid parental leave policy.

• License Review Board: ratify due‑cause actions for ABC Liquor Co., Cobb Food Mart, Stop 2 Go Shell, and RaceTrac #052
• Third and Final Public Hearing: adopt proposed Maintenance & Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Third and Final Public Hearing: adopt proposed Bond Millage Rate
• Resolution: authorize new bank account for National Opioid Settlement funds
• Resolution: adopt paid parental leave policy in the City's Personnel Policies

General

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

• Second Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Second Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review project details for three specific locations. The committee will discuss applications submitted by Jose Reyes, Milton Dortch, and Rahul Patel.

• Discussion regarding 0 Ben King Road (Jose Reyes)
• Discussion regarding Cherokee Street (Milton Dortch)
• Discussion regarding 2454 Kennesaw Due West Rd (Rahul Patel)

Events Committee

The committee will approve the June 6, 2024 meeting minutes and share announcements such as the 2025 calendar dates. It will receive an update on the KDMA Chili Cookoff and then review and discuss planned community events scheduled for August through October.

• Approve minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting
• Announce dates for the 2025 event calendar
• Update on the KDMA Chili Cookoff and Drinks at the Depot
• Discuss new events like Bells Across America and Wreaths Across America
• Review planned community events for August‑October

General

The License Review Board will conduct due cause hearings for four businesses at its July 31 meeting. The hearings involve ABC Liquor Co., Inc. dba Bottle Shop, RS Diamond Jubilee LLC dba Cobb Food Mart, Damanis Food and Fuel Inc. dba Stop 2 Go Shell, and Racetrac Petroleum, Inc. dba RaceTrac #052. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the board will consider each case during the meeting.

• ABC Liquor Co., Inc. dba Bottle Shop – 2774 North Cobb Parkway
• RS Diamond Jubilee LLC dba Cobb Food Mart – 2651 North Cobb Parkway
• Damanis Food and Fuel Inc., dba Stop 2 Go Shell – 2515 North Cobb Parkway
• Racetrac Petroleum, Inc. dba RaceTrac #052 – 1625 Old Highway 41

General

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a special called meeting on July 29, 2024. During the meeting, the council will hold public hearings on the proposed Maintenance and Operation millage rate and the proposed Bond millage rate. Council members may adopt resolutions to adopt the proposed rates. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, reports, and the option to enter executive session.

• Public Hearing: Consideration of proposed Maintenance and Operation Millage Rate
• Public Hearing: Consideration of proposed Bond Millage Rate

City Council Work Session

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 a new bank account for National Opioid Settlement funds and a bail bond license.

• Third and Final Public Hearing: Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Millage Rate
• Third and Final Public Hearing: Bond Millage Rate
• Resolution to open a new bank account for National Opioid Settlement funds
• Bail Bond license application for Empire Surety Group, Inc. (A 24 Hour Bail Bonding)
• Discussion on City Hall front improvements and the Caboose Restoration Project

General

The July 25, 2024 Kennesaw Plan Review Committee agenda includes the names and titles of committee members and staff. No specific applicants, projects, or decisions are described in the agenda text. Therefore, no concrete items are slated for discussion or approval at this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a building addition. The commission will also review staff approvals for two other properties and discuss public outreach for proposed ordinance and design standard updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a 20' x 40' addition at 3086 Cherokee Street (Case #COA2024-08)
• Staff approval of COAA2024-13 for 2910 Cherokee Street
• Staff approval of COAA2024-14 for 2986 N Main Street
• Update on public outreach for proposed HPC ordinance and design standards updates

Art and Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will meet to review financial reports and project updates. The body is scheduled to discuss the Art Blooms sponsorship and the commission's approval process.

• Art Blooms sponsorship discussion
• Project updates
• Approval process discussion

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss development projects and review building plans. The meeting agenda lists the committee members and the date, but the specific project details and times are not provided in the agenda text.

• Plan Review Committee meeting scheduled
• Committee members listed: Darryl Simmons, Chanelle Campbell, Ricky Stewart, Tim Cox, Amanda Stevens, Luke Howe, Miranda Taylor, Tanyel Aviles
• Meeting location: City Hall Council Chambers
• Date: July 18, 2024

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority will convene its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports, receive project updates, and consider procedural approvals. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

General

The City Council is meeting for a special session to conduct mediation with Cobb County. The agenda includes the approval of a mediation agreement and a presentation on the Service Delivery Strategy (SDS).

• Approval of Mediation Agreement
• Presentation by Mr. Welch on Service Delivery Strategy (SDS)

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will meet on July 15, 2024, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers to conduct routine business, including approval of past meeting minutes, public hearings, and committee reports. The meeting includes a consent agenda with key votes on a pipe rehabilitation project, City Hall roof unit replacement, and a Department of Justice grant application for body-worn cameras.

• Approval of July 1, 2024, City Council meeting minutes
• Grant application to U.S. Department of Justice for body-worn cameras
• Resolution to award bid for 2024 Pipe Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution to award bid for City Hall Roof Top Unit (RTU) Replacement

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review a CBD project application for properties at 3033 and 3045 Cherokee Street. The meeting also includes a review of a grant application for 1885 Grill and discussions regarding the Drinks @ The Depot Festival.

• CBD Project Application: 3033 & 3045 Cherokee Street
• Review of grant application received by 1885 Grill
• Drinks @ The Depot Festival event and contract review
• First Friday Amphitheater logistics discussion

General

The agenda for the July 11, 2024, Plan Review Committee meeting contains only a list of committee members and officials. No applicants, project details, or discussion items are provided in this document.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider co-sponsoring several cemetery events and a cleanup workshop. Members will also review presentations regarding the Cemetery Mobility Plan and an ArcGIS map. The meeting includes receiving financial reports for May and June 2024.

• Co-sponsorship of Wreaths Across America, Life in the Cemetery event, and a cleanup workshop
• Presentation of the Kennesaw Cemetery Mobility Plan including sodding, paving, parking, and signage
• Presentation of the Cemetery ArcGIS Map
• Receipt of May and June 2024 Cemetery Trust Fund financial reports

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The July 9, 2024 Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider contract awards for the 2024 Pipe Rehabilitation Project and City Hall roof repairs. Members will also discuss updates regarding Cherokee Street Quiet Crossing and a public safety facility. The Mayor may also announce appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Contract award for 2024 Pipe Rehabilitation Project
• Contract award for City Hall Roof Top Unit (RTU) Replacement
• Update on Cherokee Street Quiet Crossing
• Public Safety Facility Update
• Approval of July 1, 2024, meeting minutes

General

The Kennesaw City Council will hold a work session to discuss the draft operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The agenda also includes presentations and reports from various city departments.

• Draft FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budget

Events Committee

The scheduled July 4, 2024, Kennesaw Events Committee meeting has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items for discussion.

General

The July 4, 2024, Plan Review Committee meeting contains no new agenda items for discussion or decision. The provided text is procedural and lists committee members but does not include any specific projects or applications.

Planning Commission

This meeting agenda includes the call to order and approval of meeting minutes. No specific new business or zoning applications are listed, and several sections are marked as canceled.

• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider an alcohol license for Joe's Up Top and a resolution regarding playground equipment installation at Terry Lane Park. The agenda also includes the approval of recent meeting minutes and potential appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Alcohol license consideration for Joe's Up Top at 3900 Legacy Park Blvd Suite B100
• Resolution for playground equipment installation at Terry Lane Park via GameTime, Inc.
• Approval of June 10 and June 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Mayor and Council appointments to various boards and commissions

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss a plan for a new 400 square foot building. The application was submitted by John Lineberger.

• Discussion of a new 400 square foot building at 3625 Kennesaw N. Industrial Parkway

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider demolition applications for structures at 3033 and 3045 Cherokee Street. They will also review a Central Business District project application for a mixed-use development on those parcels. The agenda includes tree removal and landscaping reviews.

• Demolition applications for 3045 Cherokee St and 3033 Cherokee St
• Mixed-use development application for 3033 and 3045 Cherokee St
• Tree removal application for 2840 S Main Street
• Landscaping update for 2652 South Main Street

General

The Plan Review Committee will hold discussions regarding property use at 3707 & 3715 Cherokee St and 3057 N. Main Street. The meeting includes reviews of applicant proposals for these locations.

• Discussion on property use at 3707 & 3715 Cherokee St
• Discussion regarding 3057 N. Main Street

Art and Culture Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Kennesaw Arts and Culture Commission for June 20, 2024, has been canceled. No business or discussions are listed on the agenda due to this cancellation.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to adopt the Restated Defined Benefit Retirement Plan. The agenda also includes consideration for repairs to the City Hall entrance and street closure amendments for Shirley Drive. Additionally, May 2024 crime statistics will be received.

• Public hearing for retirement plan ordinance adoption
• Resolution for structural repairs to the Kennesaw Police Department side of City Hall
• Amendment to Shirley Drive street closure times for July 3, 2024
• May 2024 crime statistics report
• Promotion announcement for Sergeant Marlin Adams

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will discuss updates to the 2024 Main Street Memorandum of Understanding. The board will also review planning for the 2024 Drinks at the Depot beer festival and recent financial reports.

• 2024 Main Street Memorandum of Understanding update
• Planning for 2024 Drinks at the Depot beer festival
• Review of financial report as of May 31, 2024
• Review of open legal invoices

General

The provided agenda contains only a list of committee members and staff roles. No specific applicants, projects, or discussion topics are documented in the text.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The June 13, 2024, meeting of the Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Work Session

The Kennesaw City Council will consider an ordinance to adopt a restated retirement plan for IRS compliance. The session also includes reviews of May 2024 crime statistics and structural repairs for the City Hall entrance.

• Ordinance to adopt the Restated Defined Benefit Retirement Plan
• Resolution for City Hall exterior structural repairs
• Review of May 2024 crime statistics
• Amendment to Shirley Drive road closure for Salute to America
• Promotion announcement for Sergeant Marlin Adams

General

The June 6, 2024 Plan Review Committee agenda lists building, zoning, public works, and economic development staff for a Council Chambers meeting. The provided text contains no specific applicant names, project details, or discussion items. Residents should consult the full official record for case-specific updates.

• The agenda lists committee staff roles but contains no specific rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings.

Events Committee

The committee will discuss event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming city events. Members will also review scheduled events occurring from June through August. This meeting involves coordination between various city departments and organizations.

• Inaugural Chili Cookoff
• 2024 Candy Crawl & Halloween Fest
• Review of June through August events

Planning Commission

The Kennesaw Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 5, 2024, was canceled. No business or discussions were held.

• Meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will hold a final public hearing regarding updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The meeting also includes the administration of the oath of office for Post 5 Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez.

• Final public hearing for Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (CIE/STWP) 2024-2028 (Case# MISC2024-03)
• Oath of office for Post 5 City Councilmember Anthony Gutierrez
• Main Street Program Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Department of Community Affairs
• Alcohol license for 1885 Grill at 2840 S Main St.
• Temporary Use Permit for TNT Fireworks

General

The Plan Review Committee is scheduled to meet in the Council Chambers. The provided agenda contains only the list of committee members and no specific projects or action items.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a final public hearing regarding updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The body will also consider an alcohol license for 1885 Grill and a temporary use permit for TNT Fireworks.

• Final public hearing for Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (CIE/STWP) 2024-2028 (Case# MISC2024-03)
• Alcohol License for Beer, Wine, Liquor, and Sunday Sales for 1885 Grill at 2840 S Main St.
• Temporary Use Permit for TNT Fireworks
• Main Street Program Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Department of Community Affairs
• Discussion of South Main Street Assemblage and East Park Concept

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a project proposal. The session focuses on a single applicant's project details.

• Discussion of multi-use project at 2406 Kennesaw Due West RD by applicant Thomas Stevenson

City Council

The City Council is conducting a first public hearing regarding updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The body is also considering contracts for GIS software, park signage, and fitness equipment.

• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (CIE/STWP) 2024-2028
• Contract with ESRI for Small Government Enterprise Agreement GIS software
• Agreement with Brooks-Berry-Haynie for a marquee sign at Smith Gilbert Gardens
• Agreement with GameTime, Inc. for an Outdoor Fitness Station at Swift Cantrell Park
• Agreement with Office Images, Inc. for Recreation Center furniture

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a demolition application for a structure at 2933 Moon Station Rd. The body will also review administrative approvals for properties on N Main St and discuss townhomes with Traton Homes.

• Demolition application for historic structure at 2933 Moon Station Rd (Case#COA2024-04)
• Administrative approval COAA2024-09 for 2976 N Main St
• Administrative approval COAA2024-10 for 2879 N Main St
• Discussion regarding Traton Homes and TUG property townhomes

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a project application. The session includes a review of a proposal for an event venue use at 2926 Lewis Street.

• Review of event venue use application for 2926 Lewis Street

Art and Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission meeting scheduled for May 16, 2024, was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission will meet to review officer elections and bylaws. The body will also discuss updates regarding Montepulciano following a March 25 Council work session.

• Officer elections
• Bylaws review
• Updates regarding Montepulciano

City Council Work Session

The City Council is conducting a public hearing on updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The body is also considering contracts for GIS software, park signage, and fitness equipment. Additionally, council will discuss updates to zoning ordinances and the identification of a new Livable Centers Initiative study area.

• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program (CIE/STWP) 2024-2028
• Proposed contract with ESRI for Small Government Enterprise Agreement GIS software
• Proposed agreement with Brooks-Berry-Haynie for a marquee sign at Smith Gilbert Gardens
• Proposed agreement with GameTime, Inc. for an Outdoor Fitness Station at Swift Cantrell Park
• Discussion on zoning ordinances for short term rentals, signs, commercial districts, and accessory dwelling units

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review financial reports and update guidelines for two grant programs. The body is also discussing planning for the Kennesaw Beer & Wine Festival.

• Updated guidelines for the historic assessment grant program
• Updated guidelines for the 2024 Flex Grant program
• Kennesaw Beer & Wine Festival planning
• Financial reports as of March 31, 2024 and April 30, 2024
• Update on Downtown Brand Shop

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider the FY25 budget recommendation and the installation of wayfinding signage in the Kennesaw City Cemetery. The body will also discuss how a proposed disc golf course at Camp McDonald would impact the cemetery.

• FY25 Cemetery budget recommendation
• Proposed use of Camp McDonald as a disc golf course
• Installation of wayfinding signage in the Kennesaw City Cemetery
• Approval of April 2024 Cemetery Trust Fund financials

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a specific project application. The session focuses on stormwater and drainage requirements for a property located at 1940 Duncan Drive.

• Discussion of stormwater and drainage for 1940 Duncan Drive

City Council

The City Council will discuss appointing special counsel to negotiate a service delivery strategy. The body is also deciding on a budget adjustment for chamber audio/visual systems and a final plat for a mixed-use development.

• Final plat application for mixed-use project at 2550 Cobb Parkway (Case# FP2022-12)
• Budget adjustment of $117,607.03 for Court/Council Chambers Audio/Visual system
• Resolution to appoint special counsel for service delivery strategy (SDS) negotiations
• Contract award to T&T Commercial Equipment for Southern Museum HVAC roof top unit replacement
• Surplus and disposal of seven City vehicles

General

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific projects, applications, or decisions for discussion.

Events Committee

The Events Committee is meeting to coordinate scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for city events. Members will discuss three specific 2024 events and review the calendar for May through July 2024.

• 2024 Summit Church Community Appreciation Event
• 2024 BASSH Adult Field Day
• 2024 Unity in the Community Juneteenth Event sponsored by Kennesaw Police Department
• Review of upcoming events from May to July 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

General

The City Council will consider a resolution supporting the Atlanta Regional Commission's Transportation Improvement Program grant application. This includes the required local match for the Sardis Street Extension and Overpass Project. The Mayor may also make appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Resolution for ARC TIP Grant Application for Sardis Street Extension and Overpass Project
• Mayor's appointments to Boards and Commissions

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a final plat application for a mixed-use project at 2550 Cobb Parkway and a waiver of conflict of interest for URA bond refinancing. The body is also considering contracts for the Southern Museum's HVAC system and the 2024 concert series.

• Final plat application for mixed-use project at 2550 Cobb Parkway (Case# FP2022-12)
• Budget adjustment of $117,607.03 for Court/Council Chambers Audio/Visual system
• Contract award to T&T Commercial Equipment for Southern Museum HVAC RTU replacement
• Authorization for Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP to represent URA and City for bond refinancing
• Surplus and disposal of seven City vehicles

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider four applications for the demolition of historic structures. The body will also review staff-approved Certificates of Appropriateness Administrative for three properties.

• Demolition application for one structure at 2831 S. Main St (Case#COA2024-01)
• Demolition application for three structures at 2839 S. Main St (Case#COA2024-02)
• Demolition application for two structures at 2934 Moon Station Rd (Case#COA2024-03)
• Demolition application for one structure at 2933 Moon Station Rd (Case#COA2024-04)
• Staff approvals for 2905 Galt Pl, 2976 N Main St, and 3096 Cherokee St

General

The provided agenda contains only a list of committee members and does not include any project details, applications, or discussion items. There are no decisions or proposals documented in this record.

Art and Culture Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Kennesaw Art and Culture Commission for April 18, 2024, was canceled. No business was conducted.

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, was canceled. No official actions or decisions were taken.

General

The Ethics Board meeting scheduled for April 16, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to support a grant application for the Sardis Street Extension and Overpass Project. The body will also consider a land use permit for 4299 Brighton Way and several resolutions regarding Depot Park.

• Support for ARC TIP grant application for Sardis Street Extension and Overpass Project
• Land Use Permit application for 4299 Brighton Way (Case #LU2024-02)
• Transfer of 2011 SPLOST funds from Pine Mountain Road project to Cherokee Street project
• Installation of security cameras at Depot Park via NetPlanner Systems, Inc.
• Naming Rights Agreement with The Piedmont Bank for the Depot Park amphitheater

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss several projects and grant programs. The board will consider resolutions regarding property at 2652 and 2840 South Main Street and the 2800 block of South Main Street.

• Consent Resolution for Kennesaw Commercial Owner, LLC project at 2652 South Main Street
• Resolution supporting removal of blight in 2800 block of South Main Street
• Guidelines for Structural Assessment Grant Program
• Transfer of Main Street on the Move Flex Grant for 2840 S. Main Street
• 2024 extension of Flex Grant Program

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting in the Council Chambers. The provided agenda contains only the list of committee members and no specific project details or action items.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The commission will review the March 2024 financial report and updates from the Cemetery Preservation Foundation. The meeting includes a discussion of the proposed FY 24-25 budget and a review of maintenance quotes.

• Review of March 2024 minutes
• Review of maintenance quotes
• Discussion of FY 24-25 proposed budget

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The April 9, 2024, meeting of the Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing for a land use permit at 4299 Brighton Way. Members will also discuss funding for security cameras at Depot Park and a naming rights agreement for the park's amphitheater.

• Public hearing for Land Use Permit at 4299 Brighton Way (Case #LU2024-02)
• Resolution to transfer 2011 SPLOST funds from Pine Mountain Road project to Cherokee Street project
• Resolution for NetPlanner Systems, Inc. to install security cameras at Depot Park
• Naming Rights Agreement with The Piedmont Bank for the Depot Park amphitheater
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2023 Audit Report

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting in the Council Chambers. The provided agenda contains no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items.

Events Committee

The committee will meet to coordinate event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting across city departments. Discussion items include several specific community events and the 2024 amphitheater concert series.

• 2024 Decoration Day sponsored by Cemetery Preservation Commission
• 2024 National Night Out sponsored by Kennesaw Police Department
• Electronic Recycling Event sponsored by Kennesaw Public Works Department
• 2024 Amphitheater Concert Series and road closures

Planning Commission

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

• LU2024-02: Land use permit request for a home occupation floral arrangement business at 4299 Brighton Way

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The body will also review amendments to the Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission bylaws.

• Public hearing on the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program
• Resolution to amend Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission bylaws Sections .01, .04, and .06
• Appointment of two voting delegates for Cobb Municipal Association

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a potential residential development project. The session involves a review of the project details provided by applicant John Powell.

• Discussion of potential residential development at 3410 Jiles Rd

General

The City Council will meet to conduct a review and overview discussion regarding the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program Reports.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program Reports

General

The Urban Redevelopment Agency will meet to elect officers and address conflict of interest waivers. The body will also review the refunding of Series 2014 Urban Redevelopment Agency Bonds.

• Election of officers
• Consent to Dual Representation and Waiver of Conflict of Interest
• Review of Refunding of Series 2014 Urban Redevelopment Agency Bonds

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting updates to the Capital Improvement Element and Short Term Work Program for 2024-2028. The body will also review proposed amendments to the Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission bylaws.

• Public hearing for the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Short Term Work Program
• Proposed amendments to Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission bylaws Sections .01, .04, and .06
• Update on potential partnership with Montepulciano, Italy
• Discussion on MSPLOST update
• Discussion on Cherokee Street Silent Crossing - Double Gate

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss a specific project detail for a townhome development. The session focuses on a 3rd story option for the project located on Duncan Dr.

• Discussion of 3rd story option for Devin's Shire Townhomes (Duncan Dr)

Art and Culture Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and a financial report. Discussion includes an airbrush kit and artist stipends for Art Blooms.

• Approval of February 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of financial report as of February 31, 2024
• Discussion regarding an airbrush kit
• Artist stipend for Art Blooms

General

The Kennesaw Acworth 911 Advisory Board is meeting to conduct a year in review and discuss future operations. The board will examine personnel, hiring, call statistics, and new technologies.

• Review of personnel changes and hiring/retention statistics
• Analysis of call statistics and complaint reviews
• CALEA and NPSTW reviews
• Discussion of new technologies

General

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission is meeting to review previous meeting minutes and discuss amendments to its bylaws. The commission will also discuss a presentation for the March 25, 2024 Mayor and Council work session.

• Amendments to KSCC bylaws
• Presentation for March 25, 2024 Mayor and Council work session
• Approval of February 13 and February 27, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a charter amendment and a rezoning request. Members will also consider updates to the Master Fee Schedule and a final plat application for senior living.

• Rezoning request for 2573 Summers Street (Case #RZ2024-01)
• CBD project application for a Sherwin-Williams paint store at 2573 Summers Street
• Final plat application for Gaines Park Senior Living at 1740 & 1750 Old 41 Highway
• Resolution to update the Master Fee Schedule
• Refunding of Urban Redevelopment Agency Series 2014A and 2014B Revenue Bonds

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Central Business District project application to remodel a vacant property into a Sherwin-Williams retail store. The commission will also review administrative Certificates of Appropriateness for properties on Dallas St and Galt Commons.

• CBD2024-01: Proposed Sherwin-Williams retail store at 2573 Summers St NW
• COAA2024-04: Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative for 2940 Dallas St
• COAA2024-05: Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative for 1930 Galt Commons

General

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific projects, decisions, or discussion items.

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will meet to review February 2024 financials and receive updates on the Cemetery Preservation Foundation. The body will also discuss the status of headstone maintenance and previous preservation efforts.

• Receipt of February 2024 Financials
• Cemetery Preservation Foundation update
• Status of temporary grave markers
• Decoration Day application submission
• Headstone maintenance update

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No official business was conducted.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss updating the Master Fee Schedule and amending the City Charter's Oath of Office. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request and a project application for a Sherwin-Williams store on Summers Street.

• Rezoning request for 2573 Summers Street (Case #RZ2024-01)
• Resolution to update the Master Fee Schedule
• Final public hearing for Charter Amendment to Section 3.04 'Oath of Office'
• Refunding of Urban Redevelopment Agency Series 2014A and 2014B Revenue Bonds
• Final plat application for 1740 & 1750 Old 41 Highway for Gaines Park Senior Living

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will review a project application and an outparcel assignment. The board will also examine financial reports and open legal invoices.

• CBD Project Application: 2573 Summers Street
• Outparcel assignment review at TUG site development (South Main Street)
• Review of financial report as of 2.29.24
• Review of open legal invoices

Events Committee

The March 7, 2024, Kennesaw Events Committee meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No business was scheduled for discussion or decision at this time.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning property at 2573 Summers St NW from Light Industrial to Central Business District. The proposal is for a 12,255 +/- square foot Sherwin Williams paint store. Staff will also present population forecasts and projections regarding the Cobb County Mobility SPLOST.

• Rezoning of 2573 Summers St NW from Light Industrial to Central Business District
• Proposed 12,255 +/- square foot Sherwin Williams paint store
• Staff presentation on Cobb County Mobility SPLOST population forecasts

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider ordinances to amend the city charter and adopt oaths for boards and commissions. The council will also review resolutions regarding road closures for the Big Shanty Festival and property conveyance at 1920 Twelve Oaks Circle.

• Ordinance to amend City Charter Section 3.04 "Oath of Office"
• Road closures for the Big Shanty Festival on April 19-21, 2024
• Property conveyance at 1920 Twelve Oaks Circle for driveway relocation
• CDBG Subrecipient Agreement between Cobb County and Kennesaw
• Adoption of Revenue Administration and Debt Management policies

General

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review two development applications. The agenda includes an expansion discussion for 2515 N. Cobb Pkwy and a proposal for adding structures and changing landscaping at 2406 Woodland Dr.

• Expansion discussion for 2515 N. Cobb Pkwy
• Discussion of adding structures and changes to landscaping at 2406 Woodland Dr.

General

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss the partnership with Montepulciano. The agenda focuses on defining the relationship, identifying shared goals, and exploring potential program ideas.

• Defining the Kennesaw/Montepulciano relationship
• Identification of shared goals
• Discussion of program ideas

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider amendments to the city charter regarding oaths of office. The session also includes discussions on road closures for the Big Shanty Festival and new administration policies.

• Road closures for the Big Shanty Festival on April 19-21, 2024
• Ordinance to amend City Charter Section 3.04 'Oath of Office'
• Property conveyance at 1920 Twelve Oaks Circle for driveway relocation
• Facility use agreement with Kennesaw Baseball and Softball Association
• Adoption of Revenue Administration and Debt Management policies

General

The provided text contains only the committee member roster and meeting details. No applicants, projects, or discussion topics are documented in this version of the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will review several land use and ordinance items, including a land use permit for Whispering Drive and updates to the Unified Development Code. The meeting also includes consideration of a contract award for the Public Safety Facility and budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2023.

• Land Use Permit application for 2358 Whispering Drive
• Ordinance to amend R-10 single-family residential district regulations
• Adoption of the 2024 Official Zoning Map
• Final plat application for a 56 lot townhome development at 1994 Smith Drive
• Contract award to Gay Construction Company for the Public Safety Facility

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission will consider renewing a public arts exhibit at 2871 North Main Street and review three administrative certificates of appropriateness for properties on Cherokee Street and North Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of January minutes, a financial report, and staff training discussion.

• Public Arts Exhibit renewal at 2871 North Main Street (Case #PA2023-01)
• COAA2024-01 at 3096 Cherokee Street
• COAA2024-02 at 3048 Cherokee Street
• COAA2024-03 at 2986 N. Main Street
• Approval of January 19, 2024 meeting minutes

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss proposed developments on vacant lots. Discussions include a project at 1620 Roberts Rd and another at 1611 Clifton Downs.

• Discussion regarding development of the vacant lot at 1620 Roberts Rd
• Discussion regarding the vacant lot at 1611 Clifton Downs

Art and Culture Commission

The commission will review the financial report from January 31, 2024, and consider the renewal of a mural located at 2871 N MAIN ST.

• Renewal of Mural at 2871 N MAIN ST

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and finalize talking points. The discussion includes preparations for a virtual meeting scheduled for February 27, 2024.

• Finalize talking points for the February 27, 2024 virtual meeting with Montepulciano

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to review a proposed townhome project by John Campbell. The meeting also includes a rezoning discussion for an art studio at 1750 Old 41 Highway.

• Proposed townhomes (Ridenour) on Parcel 20021100120
• Rezoning for 1750 Old 41 Highway (Art Studio)

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Commission will review the Kennesaw City Cemetery Survey and discuss quotes for a maintenance plan. The meeting also includes updates on lot markers, upcoming events, and correspondence regarding flora removal.

• Review of Kennesaw City Cemetery Survey
• Discussion of Maintenance Plan Quotes
• 2024 Cemetery Commission Events Planning
• DAR Event Schedule
• Update on letters sent to next of kin regarding flora removal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a home occupation business request for baking at 2358 Whispering Drive. The commission is also considering a text amendment to the Unified Development Code and the adoption of the 2024 Official Zoning Map.

• Land use permit request for pastry baking at 2358 Whispering Drive
• Text amendment to Unified Development Code Section 2.01.03.06 regarding R-10 districts
• Adoption of the 2024 Official Zoning Map

City Council

The City Council will address resolutions regarding a Special Election scheduled for May 21, 2024, to fill the Council Post 5 vacancy. The agenda also includes several consent items involving landscaping, community center repairs, and security equipment purchases.

• Resolution for a Special Election on May 21, 2024, to fill Council Post 5
• Contract with Creative Landscape Group for landscaping of medians on Watts Drive
• Proposal from Osprey Management, LLC for porch soffit replacement at Ben Robertson Community Center
• Up to $53,000 from the Court Services Improvement Fund for new security equipment
• Ordinance to adopt a prescribed oath per City Code Section 2-71(f)

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss outdoor storage at 3210 Moon Station Rd. The committee will also review a request for paved parking and a new fence at 6045 Pine Mountain Rd.

• Discussion on outdoor storage at 3210 Moon Station Rd
• Request for paved parking and new fence at 6045 Pine Mountain Rd

Events Committee

The committee will meet to coordinate event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting across city departments. Discussion items include upcoming festivals, a downtown walking tour, and a car show.

• 2024 Big Shanty Festival and Taste of Kennesaw
• Downtown Walking Tour by Atlanta Preservation Center
• 2024 Main Street Cruise-In Car Show
• 2024 Kennesaw Regional Job Fair
• Discussion regarding 2024 Beer & Wine Festival

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review police department awards, public works resolutions, and various city updates. The meeting includes discussions on facility maintenance and potential use of funds for new security equipment.

• Resolution for landscaping contract to Creative Landscape Group for Watts Drive medians
• Proposal from Osprey Management, LLC for porch soffit replacement at Ben Robertson Community Center
• Consideration to approve up to $53,000 from the Court Services Improvement Fund for security equipment
• Ordinance to adopt an oath as prescribed by City Code Section 2-7im(f)
• Presentation of CALEA Awards and Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police State Certification

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss an application from Mazhar Hussain. The applicant is requesting the addition of paved parking and a new fence at the mosque located at 6045 Pine Mountain Rd.

• Request for paved parking and new fence at 6045 Pine Mountain Rd

General

The Board of Construction Appeals is reviewing inspection reports to determine if ten specific properties meet the definition of a blighted area. The board will also receive updates on compliance for previously identified properties.

• Review of blight findings for 10 properties including 2839 S. Main St. and 6095 Pine Mountain Road
• Compliance update for 3649 Deer Trail NW (rebuilt)
• Compliance update for 2764 S. Main Street NW (repairs)
• Compliance update for 2004 Duncan Drive NW (demolished)

General

The Kennesaw Development Authority will discuss a loan agreement with Dale Hughes, consider a by-law amendment, and review financial reports.

• Loan Agreement with Dale Hughes
• By-Law Amendment Discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss proposed ordinance changes and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative application for a property on N Main Street.

• COAA2023-23 - 3000 N Main Street
• Discussion of Kennesaw Ordinance Revisions

General

The provided agenda contains only a list of committee members and administrative staff. There are no specific projects, applications, or decisions listed for discussion.

Art and Culture Commission

The meeting of the Kennesaw Arts and Culture Commission scheduled for January 18, 2024, is canceled.

Kennesaw Development Authority

The Kennesaw Development Authority meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024, has been canceled. No business was conducted.

General

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 17, 2023 meeting and discuss updates regarding Montepulciano. The agenda also includes the election of a new Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2024.

• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates on Montepulciano
• Election of 2024 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

City Council

The agenda contains procedural items and standard departmental reports. No specific legislative actions or project details are listed in this document.

• Approval of January 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• Mayor's report on board and commission appointments

Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority

The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will meet to elect new board officers for 2024. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024 Beer Festival rebrand and upcoming Main Street projects.

• Election of 2024 Board Officers
• Discussion of 2024 Main Street Projects
• Discussion of 2024 Beer Festival Rebrand
• Review of KDDA Financial Report as of 12.31.23
• Main Street Standards Update

General

The Plan Review Committee will meet to review development proposals for several properties. The agenda includes a rezoning request, a proposed car dealership use, and a lot split discussion.

• Rezoning proposal for 2573 Summers Street
• Proposed car dealership use at 3047 N. Cobb Parkway
• Lot split discussion for 3865 Moon Station Road

Cemetery Preservation Commission

The Cemetery Preservation Commission will consider updates to the Kennesaw City Cemetery Master Plan and several landscaping changes. The meeting includes decisions on tree removals, stump grinding, and the use of donated funds for headstone repairs.

• Approval of updated Master Plan for Kennesaw City Cemetery
• Replacement of Crêpe Myrtles with Thuja Emerald Green Arborvitae
• Use of $1,900 in Foundation donations to reset hazardous headstones via FixMyHeadstone
• Grinding a Water Oak stump and resetting an affected headstone in Historic A
• Removal of trees and bushes planted within cemetery plots

Kennesaw Sister Cities Commission

The commission will conduct elections for the Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions. The meeting also includes updates regarding Montepulciano.

• 2024 Officer Elections: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Updates and next steps for Montepulciano
• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Events Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Kennesaw Events Committee was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Kennesaw City Council will consider a rezoning ordinance and a variance application submitted by Piedmont Residential, LLC. The items concern the property located at 1651 McCollum Parkway. The meeting also includes recognition of the Finance Department's recent award.

• Rezoning ordinance for 1651 McCollum Parkway (Case #RZ2023-04)
• Variance application for 1651 McCollum Parkway (Case #ZV2023-03)
• Recognition of Finance Department's Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
• Approval of December 11 and December 18, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council meeting includes the administration of oaths of office for the Mayor and several Councilmembers. The agenda also features the ratification of various city appointments and the appointment of a 2024 Mayor Pro Tem.

• Oaths of office for Mayor Derek Easterling, Councilmember Tracey Viars, and Councilmember Madelyn Orochena
• Ratification of 2024 City Appointments including City Attorney, City Engineer, and various judges
• Appointment of the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem
• Approval of resolution for alternate check signer and new bank signature cards
• Authorization of lobbyist registration for Fred Bentley, Jr. and Randall Bentley, Sr.