Canton GA City Council March 05 2026

The City of Canton, Georgia City Council held a meeting on March 5, 2026, which included significant procurement and development discussions. Key procurement-related items included approval of a $150,000 contract with Kimley Horn Associates for updating the City's Unified Development Code and approval of a proposal for construction materials testing and special inspection services for the Ridge Pine elevated water storage tank. The council also discussed a rezoning and variance request for 631 Marietta Road to convert a vacant church property into a neighborhood grocery store and professional office space, with community input and concerns about traffic and safety addressed. Additionally, the council reviewed a potential award of a Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH) point to TBG Residential for a low-income housing tax credit application, which could impact affordable housing development in the city. Financial updates included a required $599,000 payment to the federal government related to water and sewer bonds. No final votes were taken on new business items, but several action items were scheduled for future meetings, including the GICH award and a resolution establishing the office of prosecuting attorney.