Get a look at where we've been and where we're going through the 2023 Cobb County Annual Report released online today, March 11. Compare our millage rate to the rest of metro Atlanta. See how carefully your tax dollars are spent. Read about the awards, praise and certifications racked up by our departments. Learn about projects, progress and the work county employees provide for Cobb every day. Download your free copy now!
RSVP by today, March 11, for Coffee & Conversations in Austell. The event, hosted by Cobb County Economic Development, will be 8 - 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 14, at Thumbs Up Diner, 2615 East-West Connector, Suite 100, Austell. Space is limited.
It will give you the opportunity to talk with business owners, entrepreneurs and startups and connect with county staff. Get advice from this month's guest speaker from Cobb County Business Bootcamp: a program offering education, community, and a practical way to build and expand sustainable businesses.
Check your voting location for primary election Tuesday
The Presidential Preference Primary will be Tuesday, March 12, throughout the state. Voters must go to their assigned polling location, which will be open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
The Georgia Secretary of State's Office recently sent Cobb voters precinct cards that are white in color containing incorrect information. The cards contained precinct information from before the recent redistricting, and this information is incorrect for residents in precincts where there has been a precinct change.
Cobb County Elections has already mailed yellow voter cards to residents in affected areas containing the voters' correct precinct locations. Check out the list of precinct changes here.
Voters can double-check the "My Voter Page" at mvp.sos.ga.gov for the most accurate information on their precinct location.
For more information, please go to CobbElections.org or call 770-528-2581.
War stories from first-hand experience
Celebrate Women's History Month with a free and inspiring look at the heroism of Vietnam War nurses 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 14, at the North Cobb Senior Center. Former Army Nurse Donna Rowe, the first female inductee in the Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame, will recount their brave and inspiring stories. The North Cobb Senior Center is located at 3900 S. Main Street, Acworth. To register, call 770-975-7740 or click here.
Join the public safety discussion
Cobb County will hold its annual Public Safety forum where residents can connect with officials and discuss important issues 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at the Department of Public Safety Training Center in Austell. Topics will include community trust, response to an active shooter, the future of policing and emerging technology, gun safety, legal carry, community affairs and Hispanic engagement. Lunch will be provided. The training center is located at 2435 East-West Connector in Austell.
Oak Ridge Road closure to continue
Cobb County Department of Transportation has closed Oak Ridge Road from Panda Lane to Ivy Log Drive through Tuesday, March 26. This road is restricted to local business and residential traffic only.
This closure is necessary to complete emergency drainage work. As part of this closure, crews will reconstruct the curb and gutter, as well as the sidewalk and pavement impacted by the repairs.
For the duration of this road closure, motorists should use North Blair Bridge Road as a detour route. For more information on road closures and lane closures in Cobb County, please visit CobbCommute.org.
Rest and relax at Wellness Weekend
Find your focus, energy, and direction at this self-care and sensory weekend of workshops, Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24, at Wellness Weekend at Mable House Arts Center. Breakout sessions will explore specific topics or interests which include workshops, Q&A exchanges, and interactive activities. Workshops include clay play, flow with acrylics, journaling, dance, tai chi, animal therapy, candle making and crafting personalized scents.
Household leaks are more common than you think. Worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and other leaking valves are all easy to fix and can lower your water bill. Cobb County Water System encourages you to check for leaks in your home and replace fixtures with WaterSense labeled models. Leaks may sometimes be hard to see or hear. Check out the video on “sneaky leaks” to learn how to read your meter and identify if you have a leak: tinyurl.com/mu2uzz88.
Cobb Water also offers a $100 rebate for the purchase and installation of a Flume Smart Home Water Monitor. During Fix a Leak Week, March 18-24, Flume is offering a $10 off discount on Flume purchases, making your out-of-pocket cost $89.
Public hearings are scheduled for proposed amendments to the Official Code of Cobb County. These proposals impact Chapter 50 (Environment), Chapter 110 (Subdivisions), Chapter 122 (Utilities), Chapter 126 (Vehicles for Hire), and Chapter 134 (Zoning).
Board of Commissioners public hearings will be held in the second-floor Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Cobb County Building, 100 Cherokee Street, Marietta on these dates: March 12 - 9 a.m. March 26 - 7 p.m.
It's your lucky month at Cobb Animal Services. All dogs 40 pounds or more are free to adopt during March. All other pets (dogs less than 40 pounds and all cats) cost just $30. Animal Services is located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta. Appointments are preferred for adoptions.
Interested in a job where you can serve your community? Come to Cobb County Public Safety's hiring event 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 22 - 23, at the Public Safety Training Center, 2435 East-West Connector, Austell. Representatives from several departments will be present to discuss job opportunities and help you apply. Find more information about each department here:
Fire: JoinCobbFire.com
911: JoinCobb911.com
Police: JoinCobbPolice.com
CobbTV's YouTube channel highlights the latest county meetings, informational videos and live events. Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss an update.
Cobb DOT springs into action even before the rain arrives. Watch as crews send a robot underground to find blockages or leaks ahead of a recent rain storm.
Dr. Dhaval Desai stopped by the Sewell Mill Library to discuss his recent book "Burning out on the COVID front lines." Watch his discussion of the book and issues it highlights.
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 12
Board of Commissioners Zoning Hearing, 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 19
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26
Meetings take place at 100 Cherokee Street, 2nd floor unless otherwise noted. Many public meetings and hearings are broadcast live on CobbTV and YouTube and are available on demand on YouTube.
Events are subject to change.
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