Daniel Cummings

The council meeting addressed various appointments, including the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and the Marietta Development Authority. Several rezoning and annexation requests were tabled. Approvals were granted for multiple variance requests regarding utility installations for Comcast Communications, the installation of a Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon, and a stop sign request. The council also authorized budget amendments for the Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department, accepted a donation from Sister Cities, and approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobb County for traffic services. Additionally, the council reviewed various claims, approved unexpired contracts, and finalized the 2026 Rules and Procedures.

The meeting included an employee recognition segment for the electrical department. The Board received presentations on the 2026 Strategic Business Plan Marketing Plan, a legislative update concerning the utility industry, and a report from the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority. Additionally, the Board reviewed finance reports, received a Budget/Rates Committee report which included motions to approve a General Fund transfer and a transfer to the city for park enhancements, and heard a business report from the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia.

The Board recognized recently promoted electrical employees and discussed the Strategic Business Plan 2026, specifically concerning the annual marketing plan. Key agenda items included an update on utility industry legislation, a report from the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority, and a review of monthly financial reports. The Board also received a report from the Budget/Rates Committee, approving a General Fund transfer and a separate transfer for park enhancements, alongside receiving the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia business report.

The board received the monthly Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority report and reviewed the BLW finance reports for the previous month. The board also accepted the findings of the FY2025 audit as recommended by the Audit Committee. During the Chairperson's report, Terry G. Lee was elected as the 2026 Vice Chairperson, and committee assignments for 2026 were discussed. Additionally, the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia business report was provided. Finally, the board initiated a review period for the proposed 2026 Board Strategic Business Plan and evaluated financial management policies, with members requested to submit feedback by the following month.

The meeting included an employee recognition segment for recently promoted electrical staff. Key business items involved the presentation of the annual BLW Marketing Plan as part of the strategic business plan, updates on utility industry legislation, and reports from the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority and the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia. Financial discussions included a review of finance reports and a Budget/Rates Committee report, which resulted in motions to approve a General Fund transfer and a transfer to the City for park enhancements.