The City of Acworth was excited to travel to the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta on Monday, January 27 to be formally recognized as a PlanFirst Community by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The City of Acworth would like to thank DCA for recognizing the City's commitment to responsible city planning to create a sustainable quality of life for our residents and visitors. PlanFirst designation acknowledges communities that demonstrate exemplary implementation of their local comprehensive plans and show a strong history of public involvement, READ MORE

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Electric Superintendent David Ross was recognized by Deputy City Manager Luna for 20 years of service.   Ms. Luna commended Mr. Ross for his dedication and leadership to the Acworth Power Department.

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Chief Cheatham administered the oath and swore-in Captain Michael Taylor to the rank of Major with the Acworth Police Department.  Major Taylor began his service to our nation as a United States Marine Corps veteran, serving honorably in both Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. After his military service, he embarked on a law enforcement career at the Rome Police Department in 1998. In 2001, Major Taylor joined the Acworth Police Department, where he has devoted READ MORE

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Chairwoman Shannon Sikorski and members of the Helping One Guy (H.O.G.) Ministry presented a check from proceeds raised from the December holiday breakfast in support of the Horizon League and Special Needs Development Group. The Horizon League provides children and young adults with developmental and physical disabilities the opportunity to participate in athletic events, develop lasting relationships among their peers, coaches, and parents and demonstrate to them that they are an important part of their community by READ MORE

At the Thursday, January 16 regular city council meeting, Alderman Houston presented the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Proclamation to Pastor/Apostle DeAnna Fountain-Breeden of Life Changing Ministries who was recognized for her leadership and character portrayed by Dr. King in his everyday life, and for her participation and wisdom in building a better community.  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day will be observed in the Acworth community on Monday, January 20 at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and Day of Service presented READ MORE

Mayor Allegood, Alderman Houston, and the City Team were excited to welcome City BBQ to Acworth on Wednesday, January 15th with a grand opening ribbon cutting! Thank you to all who came to celebrate and thank you to General Manager, Todd Perry, and the Acworth City BBQ Team for investing in our city. We're so excited to have you here! City BBQ is located at 3574 Cobb Pkwy NW, Acworth, GA.    

On Monday, January 6, Honorable Robert D. Leonard II swore in Chief Interim, Mark Cheatham, as the next Acworth Chief of Police. Chief Cheatham's family accompanied him for the presentation.  Chief Cheatham acknowledged former Acworth Police Chiefs Michael Wilkie, Wayne Dennard, and Jesse Evans, who were present, for their leadership and thanked his family, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, the Acworth community, and the City Team for their support in helping him to reach the greatest honor in his professional career.   

Mayor Allegood presented former Chief Jesse Evans with a proclamation in recognition of his past two years of leadership and contributions to the Acworth Police Department and the community. Former Chief Evans was also presented with a special token from the Acworth Police Department. Former Chief Evans will be returning to the Cobb County District Attorney's Office to further his career.  Former Chief Evans' wife Shea accompanied him for the presentation.

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.