Alderman Butch Price recognized Van Jacobs for 17 years of service with the Acworth Planning & Zoning Commission at the Thursday, September 21 regular city council meeting. Alderman Price presented Mr. Jacobs with a proclamation in appreciation of his years of service to the Acworth Planning & Zoning Commission and the community.
The City of Acworth, Georgia will hold a General Election on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023, to elect the following positions elected at-large: Alderman Post 1, Alderman Post 2, and Alderman Post 3. For each office, the candidate receiving a majority of the votes cast shall be elected. Where no candidate receives a majority of the votes cast, a Runoff election shall be held on DECEMBER 5, 2023. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and the election will be held at READ MORE
At the Thursday, September 7 regular city council meeting, Alderman Pugliese presented the City of Acworth's United States Air Force Day proclamation to Eldrige Holloway and encouraged residents to remember and thank our active military veterans. Mr. Holloway served in the USAF on active duty from 1978 to 1995 and returned to Georgia after retirement. United States Air Force Day is celebrated on September 18.
At the Thursday, September 7 regular city council meeting, Alderman Price presented the City of Acworth's Constitution Week proclamation to members of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Darla Valentini, Barbara Benson, Jane Bentley, and Betty Westbrook were in attendance to accept the proclamation. Constitution Week is September 17-23, and is celebrated annually to commemorate the 1787 adoption of the United States Constitution.
The City of Acworth is pleased to announce that Development Director, Alex Almodovar, has been recognized by the Cobb Chamber with the Cobb Young Professionals Next Generation Award for demonstrating leadership ability in the community and his current role and offering a unique perspective. Only two of these awards are granted each year, and the City is grateful for Mr. Almodovar's commitment and engagement within the Acworth community. Mr. Almodovar serves with several boards within the Cobb community and is a graduate of Leadership Cobb READ MORE
At the Thursday, August 3, 2023 regular city council meeting, Mayor Tommy presented Doug Wallace with a proclamation to honor his years of service with the Coast Guard. Please join us in celebrating August 4th as United States Coast Guard Day as the Coast Guard protects the U.S. waterways, ports, and shorelines, and serves as a first responder on the water.
At the August 3, 2023 regular city council meeting, representatives of the Sons of the American Revolution presented Chief Jesse Evans with a certificate in appreciation of his service as a first responder. The Sons of the American Revolution is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and promoting education to our future generations.
Acworth is located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains and is nestled along the banks of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona, hence its nickname “The Lake City.” The city boasts a rich history, a charming downtown, abundant outdoor recreational activities, a vibrant restaurant scene, and an active festival and events calendar. Acworth is one of the best, family-friendly destinations in the Atlanta region. Come discover why You’re Welcome in Acworth!
