May 4, 2026 | Board of Aldermen Meeting

The City of Acworth, Georgia Board of Aldermen held a regular public hearing and work session on May 4, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the consideration of a commercial building elevation change at the Heritage development, with plans to place the item on the consent agenda for approval. The board also reviewed updates on public art projects and the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2027. The budget discussion covered capital improvement projects, including infrastructure upgrades, vehicle purchases, and technology investments such as a new card access system for police headquarters. The city highlighted cost-saving measures like in-house project completions and renegotiated intergovernmental agreements. Additionally, the board discussed fee schedules, bond schedules, and staffing adjustments related to recruitment and retention. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded during this meeting, but several items were slated for future approval. The meeting also addressed policy considerations such as banning speed humps to improve emergency response times.