Cobb County has launched a new webpage to inform voters about the Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum, which will be on the ballot during the General Election on Nov. 5.
The website, cobbcounty.org/msplost, provides detailed information about the MSPLOST program, including the ballot language and the potential impacts on the community.
The MSPLOST program aims to address Cobb County’s growing population and economy by enhancing the public transportation system to be safer, more flexible, and more reliable. If approved by voters, the one-cent sales tax will provide dedicated funding for operational improvements and service expansion.
Court emergency extended
Chief Judge A. Gregory Poole of the Cobb Judicial Circuit extended the Judicial Emergency within the Superior Court of Cobb County for 30 days. The Judicial Emergency will now expire on Oct. 6. While the situation in the Clerk’s Office regarding document availability has improved, a significant backlog remains. Some documents dating as far back as November 2023 remain unindexed.
This does NOT impact the State Court, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, or Probate Court of Cobb County or any of the several municipal courts within Cobb County.
Following the Aug. 27 Board of Commissioners meeting, county staff removed links and images of the “home rule” commission map from the county website. These have been replaced with the district map approved by the state legislature.
The change was made after a recent ruling by a Superior Court judge, which declared the use of home rule powers to draw a commission map unconstitutional. Staff is now working to remove references to the previous map from applications and work products, a process that may take several days.
During the meeting, board members also declined to pass a resolution declaring the District 2 seat vacant, allowing Commissioner Jerica Richardson to continue serving as the District 2 representative.
Cobb 911 will be having a busy day Saturday, Sept. 7, but not for emergencies. It's the 911 Kids Expo at Cobb 911 headquarters. Come by 10 a.m. - noon and learn safety tips such as when to dial 911, talk to first responders on the radio, and send them out on an emergency dispatch. You may also spot Turbo the 911 tortoise. It all happens at 140 North Marietta Parkway, Marietta.
Finding help planning for the future
Learn to navigate the aging process at Courageous Conversations on Aging classes. You'll get valuable insight and practical advice from experts in the field. Sessions are held 7 - 8 p.m. on these dates:
• Tuesday, Sept. 10, Advance Directives - Learn about the importance of advance directives, choosing a healthcare agent, and creating a living will.
• Tuesday, Sept. 17, Four Documents More Important Than a Will - Discover essential legal tools for your estate plan and why a will might not be your top priority.
• Tuesday, Sept. 24, Avoiding Probate and Protecting Assets - Learn strategies for asset protection and debunk common financial myths.
All sessions are open to adults 25 years and older, and registration is required. Click here to register.
Fun in the air for fall break this month
Need something fun for the kids to take part in over school fall break from Sept. 23 - 27. Cobb has activities and camps to keep them engaged and active during the week.
► The Art Station Fall Break Art Camp (Activity code #41716)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday Sept. 23 - 27, from 1 - 4 p.m.
for ages 6 - 17
► The Art Station Fall Break Art Camp (Activity code #41717)
Tuesday, Thursday Sept. 24 and 26, 1 - 4 p.m.
for ages 6 - 17
► Mable House Arts Center Fall Break Theater Camp, It’s a Hard Knock Life (Activity code #38920)
Monday - Friday Sept. 23 - 27, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
for ages 5 - 12
► The Art Place Fall Break Mixed Media Art Camp (Activity code #38756)
Monday - Friday Sept 23 - 27, 1 - 4 p.m.
for ages 8 - 11
► Fullers Recreation Center Fall Break Camp (Activity Code #41678)
Monday - Friday Sept. 23 - 27, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
for ages 6 - 12
Celebrate the fall season and immerse yourself in history at the Mable House Harvest Festival 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. This free, family-friendly event will offer a variety of activities for all ages with a nod to rural 19th-century living, including historical demonstrations, kids crafts, live music, farmyard animals, and a seed swap. While you're there, take a free tour of the Mable House, an example of antebellum architecture built in 1843. The Mable House complex is located at 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton.
This is your chance to join Cobb's CERT community, a vital part of our community's safety network. As a member of the Community Emergency Response Team, you'll play a crucial role in assisting in disaster response situations and protecting and serving your fellow community members.
To become a CERT member, you must complete three training sessions on consecutive Saturdays. Cobb County Emergency Management Agency has three opportunities to complete the upcoming training. Each session runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a lunch break.
The dates of upcoming training are: Sept. 7, 14, and 21
Oct. 5, 12, and 19
Nov. 2, 9, and 16
Applicants must follow up by emailing Bernard.king@Cobbcounty.org with a photo of their driver’s license and indicate which month they want to attend this preparedness training.
Seniors ride free at Senior Day
Cobb seniors enjoy a free, fun Friday at the North Georgia State Fair on Sept. 20. Cobb County Senior Services invites adults 55 and older to Senior Day, a morning of activities and entertainment without the crowds.
The free day out includes breakfast (while supplies last), shows (pig races, Sea Lion Splash, Ready, Go, Dog) a petting zoo, exhibits, and the chance to take a ride in the Skylift. Don’t forget two exciting rounds of bingo for prizes!
Kids in the Kitchen free Virtual Cooking Club for kids kicks off this month. Classes, brought to you by Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H, will be held monthly on Zoom 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays Sept. 24, Oct. 29, and Dec. 3. Youths will learn food safety, cooking, and nutrition. Adult supervision is required. For more information, contact the Cobb County Extension office at 770-528-4070 or visit the website here.
Want to improve your credit score? Family and Consumer Sciences of UGA Cobb County Extension will host Understanding and Improving Your Credit Score 6 - 8 p.m., Sept. 24, at Switzer Library in Marietta. The class will cover factors that contribute to a credit score and mistakes to avoid. For more information, contact the Cobb County Extension office at 770-528-4070 or visit the website here.
Put your money where your feet are and run for a worthy cause, the Make-A-Wish 5K on Oct. 5. Cobb County will host the run that raises money to help grant wishes for children with critical illnesses. The race begins at 8 a.m. on Marietta Square. Walk-up registration begins at 7 a.m. It's also a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event.
Now is your chance to get your pets spayed or neutered for free. Cobb Animal Services is offering two free vouchers per household per year as part of its Snip the Bill Spay and Neuter Voucher program. Cobb pet owners can pick up the vouchers 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday, at 1060 Al Bishop Drive. The vouchers can only be used at West Georgia Spay Neuter Clinic in Douglasville or Community Cat Clinic in Woodstock. Available until vouchers run out.
CobbTV brings you coverage of public meetings, events, and stories of interest to those who live in Cobb. Visit www.cobbcounty.org/CobbTV and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more!
The C-130 has been a economic engine at Lockheed Martin and for Cobb County for a generation. Recently, the production team took a time out to celebrate the 70th anniversary of C-130's first flight. Watch the celebration!
Cobb's Law Library shares informational videos on various legal topics to help residents learn more about the legal system. This month's video highlights the basics of the adoption process in Cobb County and the state of Georgia.
Board of Commissioners regular meeting, 9 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 10
Board of Commissioners regular meeting, 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24
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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