Canton GA City Council May 21 2026

The City of Canton, Georgia City Council held a meeting on May 21, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a consent agenda that included awarding a contract to Practical Design Partners LLC for the preliminary design of the Hickory Flat Highway Gateway Project valued at $1,659,900. They also discussed a memorandum of understanding with Cherokee County to utilize a public awareness warning system platform for emergency communication. A midyear budget amendment for FY2026 was presented, addressing expenditures not previously budgeted, higher-than-anticipated costs, and recognizing new revenue from the transportation special purpose local option sales tax (T-SPLOST). Specific projects funded include public art in Heritage Park, theater lighting, public works message board replacement, and special event security services. The council also reviewed traffic planning related to the new Cherokee High School campus and discussed a request from Cherokee County to abandon a portion of Lee Street to facilitate a parking project, with considerations for pedestrian safety and utility easements. Additionally, the council approved joining an amicus brief in a legal case involving nuisance claims against municipalities. No votes or motions were recorded regarding new contracts beyond those mentioned, but the meeting reflected active engagement in infrastructure planning, budget adjustments, and intergovernmental cooperation.