The Carrollton Commission Boards work to make decisions on matters such as Historic Preservation, Development and Redevelopment, The Arts, Recreation, and so much more. Learn more about our members and commission meetings below. Locate the commission you’re looking for with our quick menu.
The Arts Commission is responsible for advising the city on developing strategic plans for the arts center. The Carrollton Arts Commissioners can be viewed at the link below.
The October 21, 2025 Board of Development Appeals meeting has been canceled due to no agenda items for consideration. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Community Development Department at 770-830-2000 or via email at: econerly@carrollton-ga.gov or lcampbell@carrollton-ga.gov.
Meets the Third Tuesday of the Month
Chairperson: Emily Cole
Vice-Chair: LaDonna Fryar
Commissioner: Peggy Philpot
Commissioner: Maury Leibowitz
Commissioner: John Avery
The Carrollton Redevelopment Authority (CRA) works to revitalize and redevelop the urban, central city, and downtown areas (project areas) of the City of Carrollton, as well as promote and expand public facilities, including the construction of streets, businesses, roadways, parks, transportation systems, vehicular parking facilities, and any and all other necessary and desirable appurtenances to revitalize and modernize these project areas.
The CRA meets on an as-needed basis and meeting notices are conducted according to state law.
Fred O’Neal
Mark Foster
Bubba Barker
Kirby Butler
Eric Simmons
Becky Cranford
Brian Dill
Dr. Ashwani Monga
David Brooks
2025 Regular Scheduled Meetings:
January 29
March 27
May 29
July 31
September 18 (a week early to avoid conflict with Taste of Carrollton)
November 20 (a week early to avoid conflict with Thanksgiving Day)
Thera Loolen, Term is tenure as CPRD Director‘s designee
770-832-1161 / tloolen@carrollton-ga.gov
April Saunders, Representing City Manager of Carrollton. Term is tenure as City Manager’s designee.
770-830-2000 / asaunders@carrollton-ga.gov
Betty Cason, (Ex-Officio, non-voting) Term is term as Mayor.
Contact info as City Manager Designee above.
Jim Rowell, (At-large 1) Term expires 6/30/2027. Bowdon Area Historical Society/Museum.
jimlr43@aol.com
Jessica Beckom, (Lodging Board Post) Term expires 6/30/2027. Sales Manager Courtyard By Marriott
678-664-5200 / Jessica.D.Beckom@marriott.com
Chris Duffey, (Food Service Board Post) Term expires 6/30/2028. Corner Cafe
770-834-9805 / christopherduffey@yahoo.com
Michael Hart, (At-Large4/Carrollton Hospitality Business Employee Board Post) President. Term expires June 30, 2028. Loco Catering, Catering Director.
770-639-9326, 404-823-7566 / mike-hart@peaceandplentyfarm.com
Jackie Pate, (At-large Board Post 2). Vice-President. Term expires 6/30/2026.
770-832-2378 / pate3094@bellsouth.net
Greg Smith, (At-Large Post 3) Term expires 6/30/2026. Printers Ale Manufacturing Co.
Each board member serves three-year terms except those that serve by virtue of their position.
We are in the preliminary stages of assessing the Maple Street Corridor. Stay tuned for more information.
The Downtown Carrollton Advisory Board meets monthly to discuss downtown-related ideas, issues, upcoming events, review grant applications and more. Our board is a dedicated group that is passionate about Carrollton’s downtown. If you are interested in learning more about our board or have ideas for us to consider, send us an email at downtown@carrollton-ga.gov.
Mallory Evans: Brown Dog Eatery
Stephanie Lister: City Tavern
Tony Tritt: Tritt Realty
Carla Cosper: Atlanta West Jewelry
Kelly Houck: Main Street Boutique
Kelsie Burge: Gallery Row Coffee
Erika Smith: 3:16 Health Care
Tori Griffin: Local Ties
The Historic Preservation Commission meets on the Fourth Tuesday of the Month.
The Carrollton Payroll Development Authority (CPDA) works to promote industry, trade and commerce to fuel job opportunities and economic prosperity for the citizens of Carroll County. The Authority consists of five members: the mayor of the City of Carrollton, the president of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce (or its successor) and three other appointed members who must be residents of Carroll County.
The CPDA meets on an as-needed basis and meeting notices are conducted according to state law.
For questions, please contact 770-832-2446 or brian@carroll-ga.org.
Chair – Tim Warren
Nick Martin
Michelle Morgan
Mayor Betty Cason
Chamber President/CEO – Brian Dill
The November 11 meeting has been rescheduled for a Special Called meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025
If you have any questions or for more information, please contact the Community Development Department at (770) 830-2000 or estuddard@carrollton-ga.gov or lcampbell@carrollton-ga.gov.
Curry Glanton
Jonathan Hardesty
Brett Hicks
Sandra Houston
Thomas Bass
Jay Nix
Rodney Smith
Casey Vance
Jean Waldrop
Rich Weaver
Meet our commission members. Our recreation commission works hard to make sure our programs and services match our community’s needs. Each member brings unique insights and a shared passion for enhancing local recreational opportunities. Together, they help shape initiatives that promote wellness, inclusion, and community engagement.
