Property tax payments are due by Wednesday, Oct. 15, and must be received or USPS postmarked by the due date to be considered on time. Payments may be made online, by phone, mail, or in person. Processing fees may apply.
Online at cobbtax.gov via e-Check, debit, or credit card.
Phone automated system at 1-866-PAY-COBB (1-866-729-2622).
Mail to Cobb County Tax Commissioner, PO Box 100127, Marietta, GA 30061.
Visit in person at any of the following locations:
Whitlock Office, 736 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta
East Cobb Office, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta
Drop boxes are available 24/7 for checks or money orders. Make payment to Cobb County Tax Commissioner at:
Whitlock Office, 736 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta
North Cobb Office, 2932 Canton Road, Marietta
East Cobb Office, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta
South Cobb Government Service Center, 4700 Austell Road, Austell.
For questions or assistance, email tax@cobbtax.gov or call 770-528-8600.
Cobb police officers earn top awards for service
The Cobb Chamber honored Cobb County’s finest last week during its annual Public Safety Appreciation Luncheon. The event kicked off Public Safety Appreciation Week, a community-wide effort to say “thank you” to those who work to protect the community.
Cobb County police officers won several top awards. Field Training Officer Stephen Abernathy (third from left) was named Public Safety Employee of the Year. Officer Rahim Somani (center) was presented with the Award of Valor. Both were recognized for their outstanding achievements in the line of duty. Read more details of their actions here.
Early voting for public service commissioner
Advance voting begins Tuesday, Oct. 14 for the Nov. 4 Public Service Commissioner Special General/Municipal General Election. There is no voting on Saturday, Nov. 1, through Monday, Nov. 3.
Verify your voting information on the GA, My Voter Page
Find out about vendor opportunities at How to Do Business with Cobb County Government 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Cobb Civic Center in Marietta, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Meet Cobb government and Cobb schools representatives. Network with business owners and hear about the Local Vendor Preference ordinance. The meeting is hosted by Cobb County Procurement Services Department and Cobb County Schools.
Help raise funds to support single-parent families in Cobb at the 10 Women of Hope's annual Girls Night Out fundraiser, 5 - 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at The Foxglove, 54 Atlanta Street SE, Suite B, Marietta. The evening will be filled with fun and entertainment.
The vision of 10 Women of Hope is to impact a family’s life by providing financial support during a critical period that results in a positive outcome. Tickets are $35 online or at the event. More information and tickets here.
Assistance for vets and families next week
Free groceries and haircuts for veterans will be just two of the services offered during the annual We Care Vet Fair 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta.
More than 100 local, state, and federal agencies will be there to aid veterans, current military, family members, and caregivers. Experts will help with legal support, assistance with claims and appeals, healthcare assistance and employment opportunities. Parking and entry are free.
Student youth commission cohort forming
High school students in grades 9 - 12 can apply now for the 2025-26 Cobb County Youth Commission. The program provides an opportunity to learn about the inner workings of local government, engage in civic affairs, and become leaders of change in the community.
Previously, students designed service projects, ran town halls, engaged with staff and community leaders, and visited the state capitol.
Most sessions will be held in the evenings and some on weekends. Apply by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24.
Hayrides, heroes, and haunted thrills await at the annual Fall Festival of Fun 5 - 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. Take a ride on the hay-bale express, visit the candy fairies, play carnival games for prizes, snap some family pics at photo booths with your favorite storybook, movie and superhero characters. Parking, entry, performances, and most activities are free.
When darkness falls, head over to the Cobb PARKS Haunted House for thrills and chills. The Haunted House will be open nightly throughOct. 31 at Jim R. Miller Park. Pre-registration is required. Admission is $5. Hours vary. Register for the Haunted House here.
There are so many fall events in Cobb it's almost scary!
Oct. 17 and 18 - Trick or Treatment Spooky Tour at R.L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility, Smyrna, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Take a chilling after-dark tour with creepy, educational twists. Register here.
Oct. 25 - Trunk or Treat with the Cobb Police Department at 1285 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta (grassy lot) from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donate two big bags of candy when you sign up. Drop donations at any precinct or police HQ by Oct. 24. RSVP Here.
Oct. 26 - Halloween Hike in East Cobb Park and Fullers Park, 6 - 7:30 p.m., hosted by the Friends of East Cobb. More details here.
Oct. 27 - Trunk or Treat with Animal Services. Free pet adoptions, face painting, snacks, and the Bookmobile, 3 - 7 p.m. at 1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta.
No one ever plans to lose a pet, but accidents happen. A microchip gives your furry friend a permanent ID that can bring them home safely if they ever wander off.
Cobb County Animal Services is offering free microchips for furry Cobb residents 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Tim D. Lee Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta.
Bring your pet and give them the gift of security that lasts a lifetime. No registration required.
Disposal events help you clean house
Declutter your home responsibly at upcoming Keep Cobb Beautiful events:
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oct. 25 - Medication Disposal events. Dispose of old, unwanted medications safely and responsibly at three drop-off sites. Get location details here.
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 8 - Community Recycling Event at Jim R. Miller Park. This is the big one! Accepting electronics, appliances, metal, textiles, clothing and shoes. More information and RSVP here.
Get CERT-ified to assist first responders. Join Cobb's CERT volunteers. The next series of classes begins Nov. 1 << corrected date. Learn these skills:
Disaster awareness
Fire and utility safety
Medical/CPR/first aid
Search and rescue
Organization for disasters
Disaster psychology
Terrorism awareness
More information and apply here.
Produce for sale to benefit 4-H
Support Cobb youth programs at 4-H by purchasing a box of fresh fall produce. Each produce box includes an assortment of seasonal vegetables. The fundraiser runs through Nov. 7.
Cobb Libraries are making it easy to donate food, clothing, and personal hygiene products to help people in our community struggling to make ends meet.
Find the ongoing collection sites and what is most needed including school clothing, hygiene products, socks, and food on our donation page here.
Proposed code amendments up for public review
County Code amendments will be presented at the Board of Commissioners work session 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room, David Hankerson Building, 100 Cherokee Street, Marietta.
At 9 a.m. Nov. 12, and 6 p.m. Nov. 20, the Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings to solicit comments and input on proposed amendments to certain chapters, articles, divisions, and sections of the Official Code of Cobb County, Georgia. Adoption of the code amendments will be considered at the Nov. 20 meeting, following the second public hearing.
More than 1,000 runners and walkers came out to participate in this year's Make-A-Wish 5K. Cobb's Public Safety puts on the race each year to benefit the organization that helps make dreams come true for children facing challenges, including one runner who came back to say thanks.
Cobb's Information Technology Services department recently held its annual Cybersecurity Day at the Cobb Civic Center. Hundreds heard from a cybersecurity expert about online threats and how to stay safe.
A lot happens around the county that just doesn't fit into one weekly newsletter. Get more news and information from the Cobb departments you want to hear from.
