At the Thursday, December 19 regular city council meeting, Sergeant Eric Mistretta recognized Officer Anthony Trapani and K-9 Robuck and Acworth Police Cadets for their fundraising efforts for the Special Olympics of Georgia.  Over $18,000 has been raised as of 2024.  In addition to fundraising, the Cadets also represented the Acworth Police as the “Department of the Year” for their volunteer work.  

At the Thursday, December 19 regular city council meeting, Chief Evans recognized Corporal Manual Negrete for ten years of service with the Acworth Police Department.  Corporal Negrete has served in several roles with the Department and was recognized in 2020 as the Officer of the Year.  

At the Thursday, December 19 regular city council meeting, Development Director Alex Almodovar, along with Mayor Allegood and Alderman Carmichael, recognized Bobby Lundsford for seven years of service to the Planning and Zoning Commission.  Mr. Lundsford was thanked for his time, contributions, expertise, and leadership to the growth and development of the Acworth community.  

Mayor Allegood, Alderman Tim Houston, and the City Team were excited to welcome Elite Nail Spa to Acworth on Friday, December 20 with a grand opening ribbon cutting! Congratulations to the new owner, Mr. Shirish Dhodapkar, and thank you for investing in the City. We're so happy to have you in Acworth!   Elite Nail Spa is located in the Super Target complex at 3372 Cobb Parkway Northwest, Acworth, GA 30101.  

At the Thursday, December 5 regular city council meeting, Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Knudson recognized Allatoona High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp (NJROTC) Cadets for their continued Distinguish Unit Status.

At the Thursday, December 5 regular city council meeting, Deputy City Manager Angie Luna recognized Lineman Charles "Chuck" Mincey for thirty-five years of dedicated service to Acworth Power.  Mr. Mincey has faithfully served for thirty-five years, 33 years full-time and presently in a part-time capacity training young linemen, assisting during emergencies, and transferring institutional knowledge to the team.  

At the Thursday, December 5 regular city council meeting, Alderman Brett North presented the annual U.S. National Guard Day Proclamation to Acworth Police Officer Gregory Hensley for his many years of dedicated service. National Guard Day will be recognized in the City of Acworth on December 13, 2024, where citizens are urged to recognize and honor the service men and women who give everything of themselves in defense of independence and democracy for our country.