Authorization
March 13, 1973 BOC minutes. Activated as created under the Development Authorities Laws, O.C.G.A. 36-62-1 through 36-62-12. Cobb County Code Section 3-21-1 through 3-21-6. 2006 Legislative amendment to O.C.G.A. 36-62-4(a) changed the terms of appointment for all members of the Development Authority from six (6) years to four (4) years.
Description
Created for the purpose of developing and promoting for the public good and general welfare trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities in the County. Authority was created as a body corporate and politic created upon the approval of the Development Authorities Law of 1969, Section 2. Authority consists of seven members appointed by the Board of Commissioners, each of whom is a taxpayer of Cobb County and none of whom is an officer or employee of Cobb County. All terms are for four (4) years. Members receive no compensation.
Board Members
| Member Name | District / Role | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Shepherd | District One | 03/13/2027 |
| Donna C. Rowe | District Two | 03/13/2023 |
| Smith Peck | District Three | 03/13/2027 |
| Carol Riley | District Four | 03/13/2025 |
| Courtney Knight | Chairwoman | 03/13/2025 |
| Karen Hallacy | Board of Commissioners | 03/13/2026 |
| Clark Hungerford | Board of Commissioners | 03/13/2025 |
Contact
Nelson Geter, Executive Director
770-859-2342
ngeter@cobbchamber.org
Jessica Guinn, Community Development Agency Director