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Canton Collective | November 2025
Your monthly online newsletter with City of Canton news, updates, and events!
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Welcome to November and the beginning of the holiday season. It’s hard to believe this year is already drawing to a close, but Canton will soon be filled with the spirit of the season, events, celebrations, and moments of connection that bring our community together.
As we reflect, I think we can all agree it has been another busy and productive year for our city. I’m deeply grateful for all that we’ve accomplished together, and even more excited for what’s ahead in 2026 as we embark on major gateway projects in Sunnyside and along the North Street corridor. These transformative initiatives will beautifully frame both sides of our historic downtown—recently designated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs as a Georgia Exceptional Main Street (GEMS) community. This honor, earned by only 22 of Georgia’s 536 cities, recognizes Canton’s long-term commitment to downtown revitalization, economic vitality, and innovation. Congratulations to everyone whose vision, dedication, and hard work made this possible!
I am profoundly thankful for our dedicated staff, local leaders, and community volunteers who work tirelessly to keep Canton moving forward. Last month, I had the privilege of representing our city and Georgia’s District 3 at the Georgia Municipal Association’s Board of Directors meeting in Atlanta. My fellow board members, elected officials, and public servants from across the state are always curious about Canton’s “secret sauce” or what makes our city so successful. While I often point to our citizen-driven Roadmap for Success, the true answer is our people. It’s the spirit of those who live, work, play, and serve here that makes Canton special. Staying focused on our shared vision isn’t always easy in divisive times, but Canton continues to rise above the noise, delivering tangible progress that strengthens our quality of life, affordability, and wellbeing.
And speaking of “secret sauce,” the holidays are also about another thing that unites us—great food! Since becoming mayor and continuing to run a business, I don’t get to cook as often as I used to, which makes those moments in the kitchen even more meaningful. Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite times of year. I love the season, the Southern traditions, and, most of all, the chance to pause and give thanks for everything we share here in the Coolest Small Town in America.
Of course, one of my favorite parts of the meal has always been the side dishes; each one a story, a memory, a tradition. Last year, I shared my mom’s infamous cornbread dressing recipe. This year, on another “side” note, I’m offering a simple and delicious recipe for a comforting cauliflower gratin.
I hope you enjoy the recipe, but most of all, I hope you’ll join me in taking a moment to reflect with gratitude on all that we’ve built and shared together here in Canton, especially those moments where we meet in the middle to enjoy all sides.
In thanks,
Mayor Bill Grant
| | City Recycling Event Returns Nov. 8 | | |
Join us at the peace, love, and recycle event! On Sat., Nov. 8, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m., City residents can recycle electronics, tires, paint, and paper shredding.
Here are some things to remember before you arrive:
- Must be a resident that lives within the City limits of Canton to participate
- Paper shredding, no limit
- Electronics recycling
- Tube Televisions - $25 cash fee
- Oil-based and latex paint will be accepted and limited to 10 gallons per vehicle (cans must contain 50% wet paint)
- Tires are limited to eight tires per vehicle (no dealer tires); wheels must be removed from tires
- Containers will not be returned, therefore bring materials in disposable containers or boxes
- If you are brining a tube television, please make sure you have help to unload
| | Public works hosts recycling events twice a year. Look for the next one in April! If you have any questions, please reach out to Public Works at 770-720-7674. | | Rockin' Around the Library with Winter Literacy! | | |
Visit your library, curl up with a good book, and win special prizes along the way this winter by participating in our Winter Literacy Reading & Activity Challenge! Every year, our library celebrates the holiday season by inviting community members to participate in a fun, winter-themed challenge on the Beanstack App.
Community members can earn prize tickets by reading books, attending library events, and completing fun winter challenges for the chance to win one of our all ages prizes. Visit our website to learn more about the challenge, download Beanstack, and join in on the fun: SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org.
Rock around your local library in December and January to participate in awesome winter programs at no cost for all ages (kids, teens, and adults), and much more! Get excited for Winter by attending one of our Holiday Open Houses with a special visit from Santa! Featuring music, games, refreshments, and more, there’s something for everyone at this special event.
| | City of Canton and Canton PD Host Food Drive | | Holiday Tree Lighting & Drone Show Nov. 19 | | |
We’re adding a little extra sparkle to the holidays this year!
Gather with us in Cannon Park on Wed., Nov. 19, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., for the City of Canton Tree Lighting & Drone Show. Watch the night come alive as drones dance above Main Street in a dazzling holiday display—our newest twist on a beloved community tradition. You'll also enjoy festive choral performances by the Knox STEM Academy Chorus and Avery Elementary Chorus.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Special thank you to our Tree Lighting Sponsor Coosa Valley Credit Union!
| | Council Meeting | Nov. 6 | Agenda Items | | | |
On the agenda for the Nov. 6 Council Meeting includes (but is not limited to):
Public Hearings
- Request to annex and rezone 48.21 acres for a residential subdivision and commercial area along Ball Ground Highway by Targhee Partners, LLC.
- Request to annex and rezone 4.85 acres for a single-family detached subdivision along Fate Conn Road by Legacy Design and Development, LLC.
- Request to rezone property at 100 Cherokee Street from R-20 to CBD to operate a restaurant by Fiorella Soto.
- Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on the annual update to the Capital Improvements Element for Impact Fees.
Old Business
- Discussion and possible action on a Master Plan and Conditional Use Permit at Longview Street and Dr. John T. Pettit Street by Pepe Medina.
New Business
- Discussion of a proposal for a Wastewater System Master Plan from Black & Veatch for $509,319.
- Discussion and possible action on an addendum to Task Order No. 5 for the Project Highway 140 PI 0017789 Utility Relocation for $15,000.
- Discussion of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Cherokee County to conduct elections for the City of Canton
For the complete meeting agenda, visit https://canton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
| | Upcoming Events and Meetings | | | Header photo caption: Local musician favorites Andre Clark (left) and Matthew Hughes, keep the crowd entertained at the annual Taste of Canton event at The Mill on Etowah. | | | | |
