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City Council Work Session Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 13, 2026
Kennesaw Council Explores Ways to Honor Former Council Member Pat Ferris
Council members discussed honoring former city council member Pat Ferris for his 25 years of service. Several ideas were proposed, including naming an extension of Sardis Road as 'Pat Ferris Road.' However, some council members noted Pat Ferris's opposition to the Sardis Road extension and suggested alternative ways to honor his legacy, such as recognizing his work with the museum or cemetery, or his skills as a parliamentarian. The council agreed to discuss these ideas further with city staff to find an appropriate way to honor Mr. Ferris.
Kennesaw Student Urges Moratorium on Data Centers Amidst Regional Concerns
A student from Kennesaw State University raised concerns about the proliferation of data centers, citing examples in Marietta and Cobb County. The student highlighted the significant resource consumption (electricity and water), environmental impacts (thermal pollution), and noise pollution associated with data centers. They noted that a six-month moratorium in Cobb County is expiring and that six months may not be sufficient for a thorough study. The student urged Kennesaw City Council to implement at least a 12-month moratorium on new data center proposals and ongoing construction, emphasizing the need to be proactive before issues become unmanageable and to avoid negative impacts on the city's resources and residents. Council members and city staff discussed the legality and implications of moratoriums and outright bans, noting that Kennesaw's zoning code does not currently define data centers and that legal counsel would need to review potential moratoriums and bans due to potential litigation.
Kennesaw Council Debates Improvements for Woodland Park and Pine Mountain Park
The council discussed the current state and potential improvements for Woodland Park and Pine Mountain Park (also known as Butler Creek Park). Concerns were raised about the safety and accessibility of Woodland Park due to its single entrance, surrounding woods, and proximity to a hotel. Suggestions for Woodland Park included maintaining it as a green space with walking trails, adding benches, trash cans, and potentially a pavilion or barbecue grill. For Pine Mountain Park, the council considered an engineering study to assess feasibility for a small playground or other amenities, given its potential for more active use. The need for security measures like cameras in parks was also mentioned. The council directed staff to gather pricing for various options for Woodland Park and to research the feasibility of improvements for Pine Mountain Park.
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