Events Committee

Events Committee Meeting Agenda August 6, 2026 3:30 PM City Hall Training Room (2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144) The Committee includes members of every department impacted by a special event, and will meet to discuss event scheduling, staffing, and budgeting. This is so that departments can coordinate their efforts, enhance communication, determine publicity requirements, anticipate issues, and address concerns. The Committee will also make recommendations for event improvement to facilitate maximum benefit to Kennesaw citizens and visitors. Representatives are from the following departments/organizations: Building Services; Building Maintenance; City Manager; Communications; Economic Development; Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority; Parks & Recreation; Police; Public Works; Smith-Gilbert Gardens; Southern Museum. Each entity has one vote. If a citizen needs special accommodation to attend or participate in a meeting, please contact the Committee Chair at least 24 hours in advance of the specific meeting. Chair: Marty Hughes; Vice-Chair: Ricky Stewart; and Secretary: Miranda Taylor 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of the Meeting Minutes A. Draft meeting minutes - 06.04.26 3. Announcements/ Public Comment 4. Old Business 5. New Business A. Discussion of extension of Farmers Market Season: Cobb Farm Bureau has asked KDDA to consider extending the 2026 Farmers Market season through the end of September. The market day and location would remain the same, but they would utilize the parking lot area at Depot Park rather than the trail/grass area. 6. Adjourn