Town Center CID

What Town Center CID does

Town Center CID is a Community Improvement District established under the Cobb County Community Improvement Districts Act, operating in the Town Center area of unincorporated Cobb County near Kennesaw, Georgia. As a self-funded governmental special-purpose district, it levies voluntary special assessments on commercial properties within its defined boundaries and uses that revenue — together with intergovernmental co-funding — to finance transportation, parks, trails, and community programming that would otherwise depend on county or state budgets. The district is governed by a 9-member Board of Directors and led by Executive Director Tracy Styf, with the Town Center Community Alliance nonprofit functioning as a complementary civic partner.

Its capital portfolio centers on multimodal transportation and public-realm assets. The flagship is the South Barrett Reliever, a $62M+ project completed in April 2025 that includes a bridge over I-75 connecting the Town Center area to Kennesaw State University and was delivered in partnership with the Atlanta Regional Commission, GDOT, Cobb County, Arcadis, and C.W. Matthews. The CID has also delivered the 6.88-mile Noonday Creek Trail network, a 6-station, 45-bike bikeshare system (the first CID-sponsored bikeshare in Georgia, which surpassed 100,000 cumulative rides), Aviation Park (a 3-acre aviation-themed public park, with Phase II completed in June 2023), the planned 7-mile Loop complete-street corridor, an Art Walk public art initiative, and recurring community events such as the annual Noonday Shanty 5&10K.

Because Town Center CID is a statutory district rather than a commercial enterprise, its business model is assessment-based rather than sales-based. There is no pricing model or go-to-market motion in the conventional sense; instead, capital is raised through millage-rate assessments on commercial property, supplemented by grants and partner co-funding, and deployed into infrastructure and programming that benefit district residents, employees, Kennesaw State University affiliates, and the broader Cobb County public. The organization runs lean, with 1–10 employees plus its board, and is currently recruiting a Managing Director (applications due June 30, 2026) to support an expanding project pipeline.

Name

Town Center CID

Legal name

Town Center Community Improvement District

Website

https://towncentercid.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Town Center CID is a Community Improvement District in Cobb County, Georgia that funds transportation, parks, trails, and community programs through special assessments on commercial properties. It serves residents, employees, and businesses in the Town Center area near Kennesaw.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Infrastructure and Community Improvement District Services

NAICS

Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development (92512), Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (23731), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), State/Provincial Housing, Urban/Regional Planning & Community Development (BPAIABAM), Community Development & Neighborhood Revitalization (CDBG, Place-Based Initiatives) (BPAIANAE), Civic Education & Community Engagement (Voting, Local Government) (EDAAAFAC)

Keywords

• Community improvement district
• Public infrastructure development
• Special assessment district
• Municipal planning services
• Transportation corridor projects

Headquarters

HQ city

Kennesaw

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Special Assessment District Funding: Town Center CID operates as a Community Improvement District funded through special tax assessments on commercial properties within the district boundaries in Cobb County, Georgia.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Town Center CID plans, funds, and delivers public infrastructure projects and community amenities within a designated special-assessment district in Cobb County, Georgia. Its core offerings include multimodal transportation corridors (South Barrett Reliever, the planned 7-mile Loop), parks and trails (Aviation Park, Noonday Creek Trail, Busbee Trail, Big Shanty Trail), the district's bikeshare program, public art installations, and community events such as the annual Noonday Shanty 5&10K race. Funding comes from special property-tax assessments levied on commercial property owners within district boundaries.

Product overview

Town Center CID is a Community Improvement District organization that manages infrastructure, parks, trails, and community programs in the Town Center area of Cobb County, Georgia. The organization operates as a unified portfolio of projects rather than a software platform. Key offerings include: the South Barrett Reliever infrastructure project (a $62M+ multimodal corridor with signature bridge); Aviation Park (3-acre aviation-themed public park with educational exhibits); the Bikeshare Program (45 bikes at 6 stations operated via Movatic app); and an extensive trail network including Noonday Creek Trail (6.88 miles), Busbee Trail, and Big Shanty Trail. The organization also manages The Loop (planned 7-mile complete street boulevard), the Art Walk public art initiative, the annual Noonday Shanty 5&10K race, and the Founders Park linear park. Community programs include Alliance Activities such as bridge murals, the Chimney Swift Tower, and the The Corridor monthly newsletter. The South Barrett Reliever forms the foundation of The Loop, connecting Barrett Lakes Boulevard to George Busbee Parkway. Aviation Park serves as a midpoint destination along the Noonday Creek Trail, which connects Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park to Bells Ferry Road.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• South Barrett Reliever A multimodal infrastructure project creating a critical east-west connection across I-75, connecting Cobb Parkway/US 41 to Barrett Parkway. Features include a signature bridge spanning I-75 and the Northwest Corridor Express Lanes, modern roundabouts, sidewalks, bike lanes, and shared-use paths. Total investment exceeding $62 million.
• Aviation Park A 3-acre Cobb County-owned aviation-themed public park adjacent to the Cobb County International Airport runway and midpoint along the Noonday Creek Trail. Features include an aviation-themed STEM playground, a control tower-themed restroom facility, picnic pavilion, educational exhibits, and a 1964 Beech A-23 Musketeer airplane display.
• Bikeshare Program Georgia's first CID-sponsored bikeshare program offering 24/7 rental access to 35 pedal bikes and 10 e-bikes across six stations along the Noonday Creek Trail. Operated via contract with Tandem Mobility, managed through the Movatic smartphone app.
• Noonday Creek Trail A 6.88-mile paved trail connecting Old 41 Highway/Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Visitor Center to Bells Ferry Road. Celebrates the natural environment, encourages physical activity, and connects neighborhoods. Provides access to Kennesaw State University and Town Center at Cobb Mall.
• The Loop A planned 7-mile complete street boulevard experience that will define the heart of Town Center. The South Barrett Reliever forms the southern east-west arc of The Loop, connecting Barrett Lakes Boulevard to George Busbee Parkway.
• Art Walk Public art initiative featuring installations along the Noonday Creek Trail, including the Tiny Door by artist Karen Anderson Singer (Tiny Doors ATL), bridge murals, and partnership installations with GDOT and Georgia Audubon.
• Noonday Shanty 5&10K Annual USA Track & Field certified 5K and 10K race along the Noonday Creek Trail. Benefits the Town Center Community Alliance and greenspace/trail projects. Fifth annual event held March 28, 2026 drew nearly 500 participants.

Quantifiable outcome

• 22% reduction in traffic volumes along Ernest Barrett Parkway
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Atlanta Regional CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Federal, state and local partner in the South Barrett Reliever project, providing regional planning coordination and funding support for the transformative infrastructure project.
• State Road & Tollways AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Partner in South Barrett Reliever project, coordinating tollway-related infrastructure elements including the Northwest Corridor Express Lanes crossing.
• Georgia Department of TransportationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026State agency partner for South Barrett Reliever, contributing to transportation infrastructure development and I-75 crossing coordination.
• Cobb CountycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Local government partner for South Barrett Reliever and owner of Aviation Park and other district amenities, providing ongoing maintenance and operational support.
• Cobb County Department of TransportationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Technical partner for transportation infrastructure projects, contributing engineering expertise and local transportation planning coordination.
• ArcadiscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 23 April 2026Engineering and design consultancy partner for South Barrett Reliever project, providing infrastructure design and project management services.
• C.W. Matthews Contracting Co.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 23 April 2026Primary construction contractor for South Barrett Reliever project, executing the multimodal infrastructure improvements.
• Avonlea ApartmentscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 March 2026Presenting sponsor of Fifth Annual Noonday Shanty 5&10K, supporting the signature community race event benefiting Town Center Community Alliance.
• Start2Finish Event ManagementminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2026Professional event management and timing services provider for Noonday Shanty 5&10K race events.
• Kennesaw State University - Department of Museums, Archives and Rare BookscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloped Aviation Park Teacher Packet and four interactive exhibits for Aviation Park, aligning with Georgia Standards of Excellence for K-5 education. Also partnered on KSU Master Craftsman Program for signage.
• Kaiser PermanentecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for free eight-week summer yoga series in Aviation Park, demonstrating commitment to community health and wellness programs.
• Tandem MobilitycoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides operation, equipment, and maintenance for Town Center bikeshare program via contract, managing the 24/7 rental system and bike fleet.
• MovaticcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing the smartphone app for bikeshare rentals, enabling 24/7 access and seamless bike rental/return functionality.
• Georgia AudubonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Chimney Swift Tower installation on Noonday Creek Trail, providing expertise for bird habitat conservation.
• Marietta Arts CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for annual Traveling Fence Gallery installation at Aviation Park, bringing public art to the community.
• Smith-Gilbert GardensminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for annual Art Blooms Art Hatch installation along Noonday Creek Trail.
• GDOTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for I-75 bridge murals, transforming underpass areas into welcoming public art spaces along the trail.
• Cobb County International AirportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdjacent to Aviation Park and served as inspiration for the aviation theme; airport partner for the district's educational park destination.
• Croy EngineeringcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhase I Construction partner for Aviation Park, contributing to the design and construction of the initial park amenities.
• Integrated Construction and Nobility, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhase I Construction partner for Aviation Park project delivery.
• Winter DesigncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhase I Design partner for Aviation Park, responsible for the initial design including playground, restroom facility, and pavilion.
• ARCADIScoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhase I Design partner for Aviation Park, contributing to design and construction oversight.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Buckhead Community Improvement District: Buckhead CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District in Atlanta focused on transportation infrastructure, pedestrian connectivity, and public space improvements. Comparable to Town Center CID in governance model, funding mechanism, and focus on multi-modal infrastructure projects.
• Lilburn Community Improvement District: Lilburn CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District in Gwinnett County focused on downtown revitalization, infrastructure, and community development. Operates under the same Georgia CID law and self-assessment funding mechanism as Town Center CID.
• Town of Braselton Community Improvement District: Braselton CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District focused on infrastructure development and economic vitality in Braselton. It shares the same Georgia CID statutory framework, voluntary commercial property assessment funding model, and focus on infrastructure-led district improvement as Town Center CID.
• Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs): PCIDs comprise three Community Improvement Districts in the Perimeter market north of Atlanta (Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven). They operate under the same Georgia CID model as Town Center CID, focused on transportation infrastructure, pedestrian improvements, and quality-of-life amenities funded by commercial assessments.
• North Fulton Community Improvement District: North Fulton CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District focused on transportation, infrastructure, and community development in north Fulton County. Like Town Center CID, it operates under Georgia CID law, funds projects through commercial property self-assessments, and pursues multi-agency partnerships with state and regional agencies.
• Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District: Gwinnett Place CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District in Gwinnett County focused on infrastructure, redevelopment, and quality-of-life improvements around a major commercial node. Operates under the same Georgia CID framework and self-assessment revenue model as Town Center CID.
• South Fulton Community Improvement District: South Fulton CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District focused on transportation infrastructure and economic development in south Fulton County. Operates under the same Georgia CID statutory framework with commercial property self-assessment funding, similar to Town Center CID.
• Cumberland Improvement District: Cumberland CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District in Cobb County focused on transportation infrastructure, mobility, and community development — operating under the same Cobb County CIDs Act and serving the same general market area as Town Center CID. Both CIDs fund infrastructure via commercial property self-assessments.
• Downtown Atlanta Community Improvement District: Downtown CID is a Georgia Community Improvement District focused on public safety, infrastructure, and placemaking in downtown Atlanta. Directly comparable to Town Center CID in governance structure, funding model, and core mission of district improvements funded by commercial assessments.

Others

• Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) - CID-adjacent Special Districts: MARC coordinates regional planning across the Kansas City metro and works with Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and Community Improvement Districts — a different state mechanism but analogous to Town Center CID's role in coordinating multi-jurisdictional infrastructure and community development funding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/towncentercid
• Facebookfacebook.com/TownCenterCommunity
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/town-center-community
• Instagraminstagram.com/towncenter_community

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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