August 31, 2026 | Board of Aldermen Meeting

The City of Acworth Board of Aldermen meeting on August 31, 2026, included a presentation by the Acworth Cultural Arts Group highlighting their activities and growth since moving into the Reena Hidden Theater. The group discussed their upcoming theater season, community engagement, and needs such as advertising and climate-controlled costume storage, though no direct funding requests were made at this time. The meeting also featured an in-depth discussion led by the city manager on private versus public infrastructure, focusing on private streets, easements, and homeowners associations (HOAs). The board reviewed challenges related to maintenance responsibilities, potential city takeover of private infrastructure, and the legal and financial implications of such transitions. Staff proposed developing a formal policy and procedure for HOAs to petition the city for infrastructure acceptance, including requirements for survey work and road condition standards. The discussion also touched on special assessments for maintenance costs and monitoring defunct HOAs. No votes on procurement or budget allocations were recorded during this session, but the groundwork was laid for future policy development regarding private infrastructure management.