Marietta Daily Brief: Rates, Housing, and City Meetings

Water and Utility Rates Adjusted

Marietta residents will soon see higher water and wastewater bills as the city adjusts rates to reflect rising wholesale costs. City officials say the increase is tied to regional supply expenses rather than local operations, and the changes are intended to maintain system reliability and long-term infrastructure needs.

The updated rates are expected to take effect later this year, giving households and businesses time to plan ahead. City leaders emphasized that Marietta continues to explore efficiency measures to help limit future increases.

Affordable Housing Preservation Moves Forward

The city and the Marietta Housing Authority have partnered to preserve more than 200 affordable family housing units in Walton Village. The plan centers on securing state tax credits to renovate existing apartments rather than replacing them, helping current residents stay in place.

Local officials described the effort as a key step in stabilizing housing options for working families, especially as rents rise across Cobb County. Renovations would focus on safety, energy efficiency, and long-term livability.

City Council Meetings Ahead

Marietta City Council is preparing for a full meeting schedule next week. An agenda work session is set for Monday, February 9, followed by the regular council meeting on Wednesday, February 11. Topics are expected to include budget planning, development items, and community updates.

A joint town hall hosted by two council members was held Thursday evening at City Hall, giving residents a chance to raise neighborhood concerns and hear updates directly from city leadership.

County Updates Affecting Marietta

At the county level, Cobb County officials recently unveiled a new facility focused on recovery-based programs, expanding services for residents dealing with substance use and mental health challenges. The county also continues to monitor cold-weather needs, with warming shelter updates remaining in place during winter conditions.

Together, the city and county developments point to a week focused on essential services, housing stability, and community engagement.

Sources

https://www.mariettaga.gov/
https://www.mariettaga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx
https://www.cobbcounty.gov/
https://www.cobbcounty.gov/public-safety