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8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address:
Acworth City Hall
4415 Center Street
Acworth, GA 30101

What Is a SPLOST (Special Local Option Sales Tax) and How Does It Work?

A SPLOST is a 1% sales tax that counties in Georgia can use to fund major capital projects, such as public infrastructure (roads, sidewalk, stormwater), parks, public safety facilities, technology improvements, community centers, and trails.

There have been five SPLOST programs approved by the voters (2005, 2011, 2016, and 2022). The current program expires on December 31, 2027; therefore, a public referendum to renew the SPLOST is being proposed for the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. SPLOST programs are beneficial because they allow the county and city to complete critical projects without the need to issue long term debt.

Learn more about the history of the Cobb County SPLOST here, SPLOST | Cobb County Georgia.

Why SPLOST?

The advantage of consumption-based taxes to fund capital projects is that visitors from outside of Cobb County contribute towards the cost, reducing the burden on property owners.

What is proposed in the 2028 SPLOST?

The projected sales tax over the six-year period includes county-wide projects, then the remaining funds are distributed to the cities based on population. If the referendum is approved, the city is projected to receive $28,039,043 under the formula. The list of proposed county-Wide projects and those projects proposed in unincorporated Cobb County (not in the city) can be viewed here. The full list of City of Acworth proposed projects and supporting information are provided below.

The public will have an opportunity to meet with county and city leaders to provide feedback on the proposed project list. The Acworth specific open house is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Acworth Community Center, located at 4361 Cherokee Street, Acworth, 30101. Feedback can be sent to splost@acworth-ga.gov as well.

The county will be holding additional feedback sessions, a full list can be found here, 2028 SPLOST Proposal | Cobb County Georgia.

CITY OF ACWORTH COBB COUNTY SPLOST 2028 RENEWAL PROJECT LIST

Project list details to be added to this page soon.