At the Thursday, January 18 regular city council meeting, Founder Bob Kelly and members of Helping One Guy (H.O.G.). presented a check donation to Mayor Tommy, Alderman Prather, and Acworth Parks, Recreation, and Community Resources Director Kim Watt in support of the Horizon League.  H.O.G. has donated to the City for the past 12 years and is committed to having fundraisers, that consist of six meals a year, for recipients with medical conditions who benefit 100% from proceeds. Thank you to Helping One Guy for READ MORE

Acworth Police Chief Jesse Evans recognized Lieutenant Jason Larocque in celebration of 20 years of service to the City. The City of Acworth thanks Lieutenant Larocque for his dedication and steadfast service to the Acworth community.

At the Thursday, January 4 regular city council meeting, City Attorney Doug Haynie performed the swearing-in of H. Luke Mayes, IV for the role of Municipal Court Judge.  Acworth Municipal Court judges are sworn in every two years.  City Attorney Haynie also swore in Mayor Allegood as Judge Hac Vice for title purposes of performing ceremonial tasks associated with the Acworth Municipal Court.

At the Thursday, January 4 regular city council meeting and as a result of the November 7, 2023 General Election, Alderman Elect-Post 1 Toby Carmichael and Alderman Elect-Post 2 Steve Prather were sworn in by Mayor Allegood and Alderman Post 3 Incumbent Brett North was sworn in by Deputy City Manager-Public Works/Power Director Angie Luna.  The Aldermen expressed their appreciation for their supporters and for the patience and understanding of family members in support of campaigning for respective offices.

At the Thursday, December 21, 2023 regular city council meeting, Mayor Allegood presented a proclamation to Alderman Butch Price in recognition of 28 years of service to the Board of Aldermen.  Alderman Pugliese was also awarded a plaque and framed photo of the Acworth Pedestrian Bridge to commemorate his involvement in completing a legacy of city projects.  Members of Alderman Price's family were present for the recognition.  The City of Acworth would like to thank Alderman Price, on his retirement from the Acworth Board of READ MORE

At the Thursday, December 21, 2023 regular city council meeting, Mayor Allegood presented a proclamation to Alderman Gene Pugliese in recognition of 16 years of service to the Board of Aldermen.  Alderman Pugliese was also awarded a plaque and framed photo of the Acworth Pedestrian Bridge to commemorate his involvement in completing a legacy of city projects.  Members of Alderman Pugliese's family were present for the recognition.  The City of Acworth would like to thank Alderman Pugliese, on his retirement from the Acworth Board of READ MORE

At the Thursday, December 7 regular city council meeting, Chief Evans and Sergeant Hunt presented the Officer of the Quarter Award to Officer Negrete. Officer Negrete was selected by his peers for his work on a traffic stop that led to the arrest of a person with two warrants who was also in possession of large quantities of THC and marijuana.

At the Thursday, December 7 regular city council meeting, Alderman Gene Pugliese presented the National Guard Day proclamation to Specialist EO4 Kiera-Grace DeSanto. National Guard Day is celebrated on December 13 in observance of being formed on this date 387 years ago in 1636 in Massachusetts. It is with profound respect and appreciation that the citizens of Acworth recognize the unselfish sacrifice by the National Guard to defend and honor our great Nation.

At the Thursday, December 7 regular city council meeting, Mayor Allegood presented Deputy City Clerk, Christie Burgner, with a plaque recognizing her years of dedicated service and commitment to the City of Acworth. Mayor Allegood congratulated Ms. Burgner on her new endeavor and advised that she would be missed.

At the Thursday, November 2 regular city council meeting, Alderman Richardson presented the annual proclamation in recognition of United States Marine Corps Day to Veteran Staff Sergeant Henry Alexander. Mr. Alexander served in the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1969 until he was wounded in action and additionally served 16 years with the USMC Reserves at NAS Atlanta. Mr. Alexander is also a lifetime member of our local American Legion Post 304 as he continues his commitment to our veterans and country. Acworth citizens are READ MORE