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2025-03-17 March 17, 2025 Mayor and Council Meeting Minutes - FINAL

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March 17, 2025 
7:00 PM 
 
City of Smyrna 
Mayor and Council Meeting 
2800 King Street SE 
Council Chambers 
 
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Mayor Norton mentioned the Smyrna little League parades this past weekend. There 
were 2,000 people who watched and participated. From the Market Village through the 
greenspace was a great celebration for St. Patrick’s Day. He also announced the 
Jonquil Jog that will be held on May 3 which benefits Support Smyrna and the 
Campbell High School Education Foundation. More information to come.  
   
Mayor Derek Norton recognized Campbell High School Football for having the most 
players (13) among all Cobb County schools in 2025 sign and continue to play in 
college:  
 
• WR Jordan Bailey, Heidelberg 
• RB Rachid Bassinga, Hanover 
• DB Peyton Butler, Tennessee Tech 
• LB Aiden Jenkins Burns, Ohio Northern 
• LB Emilio Cervantes, Maryville 
• RB Brayden Hayden, GA Warhawks Prep 
• DL Dominique Lawson, Ottawa Kansas 
• LB Elijah Leonard, Hanover 
• LB Chase Pinkney, William Woods 
• TE Adrian Smith, Hanover 
• DE Kamron Neal, University of Cincinnati 
• OT ZaMario Woodgett, Kennesaw State University 
• CB Sabien Thigpen, Washburn University 
 
Coach Jeff Phillips spoke of his pride for these young men. It is an honor to 
matriculate through all of the Smyrna schools and attend the only high school in 
Smyrna and represent the area. He thanked the Mayor and Council for their support to 
make the school the best place in Cobb County and the state of Georgia. Their goal is 
to have even more college signings next year.  
 
II. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS  
Public comment during this portion of the Agenda must be limited to matters on the Agenda for action. If you wish to be 
heard, please sign up with the City Clerk, come to the podium when called by the Mayor, state your name and address for 
the record and make your remarks. The time allotted for each speaker is as follows: Public Hearing - Five (5) Minutes 
 
6.  Proclamations and Presentations 
 
 A. PRST2025-005 Smyrna Fire Department Strategic Plan Public Presentation 
– Fire Chief Brian Marcos 
 
Fire Chief Brian Marcos presented the Smyrna Fire Department Strategic Plan: 
  
Goals and Objectives: 2025-2030 Major Goals 
Armed with clear purpose, vision, values, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and 
challenges, the Smyrna Fire Department has concentrated on developing realistic 
strategic goals and objectives. This well-thought-out plan aims to confidently guide the 
department into the future.  
 
1. Promote Firefighter Health and Wellness: Prioritizing health and wellness 
initiatives will enhance firefighter well-being, reducing injuries, illnesses, and 
stress.