General Information

Located on I-75 and US 41 in Cobb County, Acworth is a historic small town with quaint village shops, plenty of antiques, and a wealth of recreational opportunities. Picnicking, camping, fishing, swimming, hiking, and boating are all available in our area public parks nestled in the scenic beauty along the shores of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona. In the City of Acworth we will always be striving to provide up-to-date information on city services and how we are working to enhance your quality of life. Check back often for updates on parks and recreation activities, latest action of the Board of Aldermen, city news, and other areas of interest.

Misson Statement

The Acworth Downtown Development Authority manages the process of Downtown's economic development while preserving and promoting its Downtown Heritage.

Structure And Activities

The Acworth DDA is managed by a nine member Board. The members are appointed by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen for staggered terms of five years.

Board Members must be:

• A.) Taxpayers residing in the City of Acworth
• B.) Owners or operators of businesses located in the DDA district holding a valid Acworth Business License
• C.) Owners of real property located within the DDA district
• D.) Persons having a combination of the qualification specified above

 The DDA has four standing committees:

The Promotions and Marketing Committee is responsible for marketing downtown’s unique unique shoppers, investors, new businesses and tourists. Effective promotions create a positive image for the downtown with retail promotions, special events and ongoing programs that continue to build positive perceptions of downtown Acworth. 

The Design Committee works on improving building renovation work on streetscape improvements and have created a Sign Task Force sub committee to help develop and regulate sign improvements. The Design Committee also plays an active role in planning and zoning regulation review for comparison with Downtown revitalization.

The Organization Committee works to build consensus and cooperation between groups that play a role in the DDA district.

The Economic Restructuring Committee explores creative ways to strengthen the economic base while diversifying it. The DDA can to look for ways to expand the economy and recruit new businesses with new business incentives and implementation of the Acworth Business Recruitment Package.

The 2007 Acworth Downtown Development Authority Members are:

• Chairman - Peter Thorpe
• Vice Chairman - Mike Fusco
• Secretary - Treasurer - Darlene Knight
• Brigita Rowe
• Dene Sheheane
• Doug McKittrick
• Tom Bretherton
• Shana Gould
• Alan Erisman