ACCOLADES
JEFFREY S. MOON CITY
MANAGER
COTY THIGPEN DEPUTY CITY MANAGER
WOODSTOCK HAS ACQUIRED THE FOLLOWING ACCOLADES IN 2025
GEORGIA PLANFIRST COMMUNITY
TREE CITY USA
CERTIFIED GREEN COMMUNITY
GEORGIA MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION LIVE WORK PLAY CITY AWARD RECIPIENT
IN DECEMBER 2025, REDFIN NAMED WOODSTOCK #7 OF 20 MOST COMPETITIVE HOUSING MARKETS IN
AND #13 OF 20 MOST AFFORDABLE CITIES IN GEORGIA TO
2. DEMOGRAPHICS 3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE & ACCOLADES
MAYOR’S WELCOME
CITY COUNCIL
FINANCE
CAPITAL PROJECTS
CITY CLERK
WATER AND SEWER UTILITY BILLING
Here in Woodstock, we are building a City that leads. We are one of the largest cities in Georgia, among the most awarded and recognized in the nation, and a destination for families, visitors, and employers across the Southeast. We have made record investments in parks and trails, strengthened public safety with historic support for our police officers and firefighters, and accelerated long-planned improvements to streets, water, and core infrastructure. Our city remains one of the safest in Georgia and a vibrant, walkable community where small businesses thrive, and families put down roots. Financially, Woodstock stands among the strongest in the state, with an Aa+ credit rating, reserves approaching half of our general operating budget, and some of the lowest property tax rates in Georgia. Looking ahead, we are committed to making decisions that will last, preserving what makes Woodstock feel like home while positioning our city to lead in the decades to come.
Sincerely,
Michael Caldwell
WOODSTOCKGA.GOV/MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL
TRACY
BRIAN WOLFE
ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT
The Finance Department received its 34th consecutive Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
AA+ Standard and Poor’s Bond Rating Aa1 Moody’s Rating
$18,000,000
$16,000,000
$14,000,000
FUND — FUND BALANCES
CAPITAL PROJECTS
LED BY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
ADMINISTRATOR CHRIS LULY
TRANSPORTATION & ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN SUPPORT OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
I-575/RIDGEWALK PARKWAY DIVERGING DIAMOND INTERCHANGE (DDI):
Coordinated with stakeholders to support project planning and funding. Project expected to be bid in 2027.
NEESE ROAD SOUTH:
Coordinated with stakeholders to support timely project delivery, adherence to plans, address property owner concerns, and ensure compliance with land acquisition agreements. Construction to be completed in 2026.
TOWNE LAKE PARKWAY WIDENING:
Coordinated with stakeholders to finalize required land acquisition, coordinate utilities, complete construction plans, and support the bid process. Construction to begin in early 2026.
LYNDEE LANE EXTENSION, IN CONJUNCTION WITH WOODSTOCK MILL (PUBLIX):
Managed development agreement compliance and right-of-way and easement acquisitions, including appraisals, title certifications, negotiations, closings, road abandonments, and property transfers. Construction began in late 2025.
MARKET STREET EXTENSION:
Managed right-of-way and easement acquisition activities— including appraisals, negotiations, and agreements—and facilitated project engineering. Project expected to go out for bid in 2026.
OTHER PROJECTS SUPPORTED:
Barnesdale Terrace Intersection Improvements Planning, Trickum and Nocattee Roundabout, Neese Road North, Lyndee Lane Phase 2, Paden Street Extension, Goshen Street Extension, Haney Road Extension, Lincoln Street Extension, Dupree Road Trail, Dobbs Road Trail, Elm Street Conversion (Robby Lee Hogan Plaza/Noonday Creek Trailhead), Streetscapes VI.
PUBLIC SAFETY
IN SUPPORT OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE STATIONS #28 AND #34:
Supported the commencement of construction, facilitation of key agreements, and management of land acquisition and access processes.
PARKS & TRAILS
IN SUPPORT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Noonday Creek Trail Extension
Buckhead Crossing Trail Connection Rubes Creek Trail Extension
CITY CLERK
PAGES OF MINUTES DRAFTED, APPROVED, AND PUBLISHED 185
COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS HELD 33
AGENDA PACKET PAGES 8,307
PROCLAMATIONS WRITTEN AND PRESENTED 30
OPEN RECORDS FULFILLED AND PROCESSED 2,816
STATE CAMPAIGN FINANCE REPORTS FILED 43
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL PHONE INQUIRIES 6,523
DOCUMENTS SCANNED INTO LASERFICHE 7,420
AGENDA & LEGISLATIVE MANAGEMENT
• Processed a paperless agenda and meeting system, resulting in greater efficiency and cost savings.
• Ensured accurate and timely preparation of minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and public notices.
TRANSPARENCY & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
• Improved compliance with Open Records requirements, ensuring transparency and timely responses.
• Delivered streamlined and user-friendly public access to records through an online request portal.
• Enhanced citizen communication by updating notices and website content.
ELECTIONS & GOVERNANCE SUPPORT
• Improved the Election page on the City’s website by restructuring and updating content to provide clearer, more user-friendly public information and connection with the Cherokee County Elections Office.
• Enhanced qualifying packets for prospective Mayoral and Council candidates by making them clearer, more concise, and easier to navigate.
• Coordinated and managed the qualification process including 2 Mayoral and 5 Council seat candidates.
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
• Developed and documented new internal procedures to improve workflow and consistency.
• Implemented cross-training initiatives to ensure continuity of operations.
• Implemented an enhanced version of Laserfiche Document Management System to ensure compliance. Provided training, resources, and support to employees on new system.
TOTAL GRANT FUNDS APPLIED FOR $16,425,976 NEW FEDERALLY FUNDED PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED 7 $925,733 REIMBURSED BY FEDERAL FUNDS
Grants funded important projects in areas of public safety, public infrastructure, hazard mitigation, cybersecurity, and community.
LED BY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR AND CITY CLERK ROBYN ADAMS
LEAK ADJUSTMENTS
Implemented a new leak adjustment process to ensure residents receive timely and accurate billing adjustments.
METER MAINTENANCE
Enhancements to the meter-monitoring process enable quicker identification of potential issues, leading to faster repairs and improved revenue accuracy.
RESPONSE TIME
Strengthening the communication workflow has enabled faster, more cohesive responses to the community. This includes updates to automated options when customers call.
TRAINING
Customer service training, NARCAN® training, BS&A training, and cybersecurity training.
WEBSITE
Enhancements to the water + sewer utilities page has created a more user-friendly experience for customers.
CUSTOMER SERVICES
Now offering multiple payment options & a dedicated 24/7 water and sewer emergency line, managed by our customer service team.
The Woodstock Municipal Court handles traffic citations, local ordinance violations, and certain misdemeanor state-law offenses and provides arraignments, bench trials, plea hearings, and probation reviews.
In 2025, the Woodstock Municipal Court continued to uphold its mission of ensuring fairness, accessibility, and accountability within the community. Through efficient operations, innovative technology, and a strong commitment to public service, the Court advanced key initiatives that support justice and transparency for all residents.
UPHOLDING ACCOUNTABILITY & MANAGING CASELOADS
Over 6.6K traffic and ordinance cases were processed with a focus on timely scheduling and resolution.
Regular arraignments, trials, and compliance hearings ensured prompt attention and clear guidance for all participants.
Expanded flexible payment plans and alternative resolutions helped reduce financial barriers and increase access to justice.
IMPROVING ACCESS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY
The Court introduced an instant language assistant to provide real-time translation for non-Englishspeaking participants.
This tool enhances accessibility and supports meaningful participation in legal proceedings, helping bridge communication gaps.
While not a replacement for certified interpreters, the language assistant complements existing resources and promotes fairness in the courtroom.
MODERNIZING COURT OPERATIONS
Continued transition to paperless processes improved efficiency and streamlined internal workflows.
Use of associate judges and cross-trained staff enhanced service continuity and operational flexibility.
The Clerk of Court/Court Administrator earned certification as a Certified Municipal Court Clerk, with additional staff actively pursuing the same credential—demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development and excellence.
The Court achieved a RECIDIVISM RATE of just 1.67%, reflecting its emphasis on education, communication, and supportive case resolution pathways.
ENHANCING TRANSPARENCY & SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
The Court’s 2025 Amnesty Program allowed individuals to resolve eligible cases with waived late fees and dismissed Failure-toAppear charges—promoting compliance and reducing barriers to resolution.
CLEARED 29 FAILURE TO APPEAR CASES &
COLLECTED $3,105
Expanded access to court schedules, payment options, and ordinance information empowered residents to navigate the judicial system with confidence. Improved communication efforts contributed to lower Failure-toAppear rates and increased public understanding of court processes.
PARKS AND RECREATION
ARBOR DAY 650 TREE SEEDLINGS DISTRIBUTED
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY 250
WOODSTOCK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
LET’S SING TAYLOR (MAY) 4,000
GIN BLOSSOMS (JUNE) 9,400
JOSH TURNER (JULY) 16,235
10,000 MANIACS (AUGUST) 8,700
INTERSTELLAR ECHOES (SEPTEMBER) 7,800
FOURTH OF JULY SPECTACULAR PARADE, FESTIVAL, & 5K, AND MORE
PARADE & FESTIVAL 6,200
PARADE UNITS (FLOATS, BANDS, ETC.) 112
FIREWORKS DISPLAY 9,500
FREEDOM RUN 5K 1,224
9/11 DAY OF REMEMBRANCE 150
BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES 750+
SUNSET SYMPHONY CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER
THIRD GRADE WALKING HISTORY TOUR 300
HALLOWEEN SKELEBRATION 1,200
VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 100+
CHRISTMAS JUBILEE & PARADE OF LIGHTS
FESTIVAL & PARADE 9,200
PARADE UNITS (FLOATS, BANDS, ETC.) 149
FOOD VENDORS 11
FESTIVAL VENDORS 24
PARK, TRAIL, AND AMPHITHEATER RENTALS
SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS 11
TOTAL ATTENDANCE 7,185
RECYCLING
RECREATION
ECO-RECREATION
ADOPT-A-TRAIL, 11 sections—100% adopted, added a new section to Noonday Creek Trail
Recycling Events and Collections is coordinated by multiple city departments including Parks and Recreation. See the back cover of this document for exciting details. WOODSTOCKGA.GOV/PARKS
BUTTERFLY GARDENERS, 4 fluttering locations with new Hummingbird Garden
ESSENTIAL GARDENING, added “Growing” theme – Growing Potatoes, Growing Ginger, Growing Garlic
FISHING, 3 fishy (yet successful) events with Spanish marketing
WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY GARDEN, 56 plots in total, fully rented
SPORTS & FITNESS
AMPED IN THE PARK, Averaged 55 participants per class
DISCOVERING RECREATION, 40+ Discovering Classes offered
MOUNTAIN BIKING, 3 adventurous events including Taco
(& Mountain Biking) Tuesday
PICKLEBALL
Added Pickleball Ladder Leagues
New Courts Surfaces!
Added Homeschool Pickleball, Junior Open Play & Junior Drill & Play
YOGA
Added Sunrise Yoga and Meditation & Mindfulness classes
LITTLE HUMAN RECREATION
SCHOOL BREAK FUN DAYS, 5 events with 2,400+ participants
SANTA MAIL, 305 letters received
STORYTIME LIVE!, 1,500 participants over 8 programs
NEW! WOODY THE ELF’S CANDY CANE HUNT
35 kids registered and participated
TRAILSTORY, Children’s books are introduced on City walking trails
CHALK IN THE WALK & ROCKS, Rockin’ Public Art!
FUN4KIDS, Weekend & school break programming
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
WSPORTS FALL SOCCER 302 Participants
HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES SPRING & FALL 285 Participants
I9 SPORTS LEAGUES & CAMPS 110 Participants
BAGNATI TENNIS CAMPS & LESSONS 45 Participants
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION—ADULT
ADDED PROGRAMMING FOR ADULTS WITH NEEDS
WALK, ROLL & RUN CLUB | Weekly Fitness
OUTDOOR YOGA, FISHING, DISC GOLF | Monthly Fitness
ADULT FIELD DAY | April & October fun day at Dupree Park
MAYOR’S YOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
12 SELECTED PARTICIPANTS, 1 WEEK OF COURSES
More than 29K people attended the free Summer Concert Series in 2025. Woodstock ROCKS!
PARKS AND RECREATION
DUPREE PARK
Renovated the 6 Pickleball Courts Mulched it up!
MEMBERSHIPS 733
DAILY DROP-INS 73 PROGRAMS OFFERED 251
REGISTRATIONS 4,729 TRIPS 69
HOLIDAY LUNCHEONS 13
CENTER PROGRAMS 165
WEEKLY FITNESS AND DANCE PROGRAMS 4
MAINTENANCE
WOOFSTOCK PARK
Replaced damaged boards on boardwalk Repaired a water leak Replaced dog drinking fountains Mulched it up!
ADA IMPROVEMENTS IN PARKS
ADA SIGNS ADJUSTED to 84 inches
ADA PADS INSTALLED at crosswalks & sidewalks
ADMINISTRATION
LITTLE RIVER PARK went out for bid in early 2025 and construction began in mid-August 2025.
RUBES CREEK TRAIL is in design and engineering, with bidding planned for January 2026, and construction expected to start in late spring 2026.
BUCKHEAD TRAIL CROSSING project is in the permitting stage and will go out for bid in February 2026.
DUPREE PARK MASTER PLAN was adopted by the Mayor and Council in March 2025.
RE-ACCREDITATION PREPARATION
LED BY DIRECTOR BRIAN BORDEN
The Recreation department is working tirelessly to become re-accredited through National Recreation and Parks Association’s Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). The lengthy and thorough report includes:
• Narrative descriptions on meeting 154 CAPRA standards
• 1,000+ evidentiary documents of compliance
There are 10,000+ Parks and Recreation Agencies in the United States. Only 193 are accredited—only 14 of them are in Georgia. We are accredited and look forward to being re-accredited in 2025.
2023 PARKS BOND
A GENERATIONAL INVESTMENT
IN NOVEMBER 2023, WOODSTOCK VOTERS
OVERWHELMINGLY APPROVED a $24 million parks bond.
ON AUGUST 5, 2025, WE CELEBRATED THE GROUNDBREAKING OF Little River Park, a 110-acre expansion that doubles Woodstock’s current greenspace.
TO SUPPORT LONG-TERM FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, the city set aside a dedicated 0.454 mills property tax rate in 2024 just for bond debt service.
MAJOR BOND-FUNDED PROJECTS
LITTLE RIVER PARK
A 110-acre park along Little River with trails, boardwalks, nature overlooks, and playgrounds.
RUBES CREEK TRAIL
Extending the trail network to connect Arnold Mill Road to Highway 92 through Springfield Drive.
BUCKHEAD TRAIL CROSSING
Providing access to the Towne Lake Pass from Towne Lake Pkwy near the intersection with Buckhead Crossing.
NEESE ROAD CONNECTOR
Installing trails along Neese Road as part of current roadwork projects connecting to the downtown trails.
WHY IT MATTERS
LONG-TERM LEGACY: This bond sets the stage for Woodstock’s next-generation park system that prioritizes connectivity, nature, and sustainable recreation.
ACCESSIBILITY & EQUITY: By building trails and connections across our city, we are making parks more accessible to all neighborhoods, enabling more residents to walk, bike or paddle.
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH: Through thoughtful design, the bond ensures that growth happens without compromising the natural beauty and character of Woodstock.
Construction continues on the multi-use trail through Little River Park, a key project funded through Woodstock’s voter approved parks bond. The trail will connect residents to the park’s scenic river corridor while expanding recreation and strengthening the city’s growing trail network.
WEBSITE
LAUNCHED
LED BY MANAGER STACY BROWN
HUMAN RESOURCES
ABOUT OUR EMPLOYEES
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
ELECTED 7
FULL-TIME 231
PART-TIME 8
TEMPORARY 0
SEASONAL 13
CONTRACTUAL 4
EMPLOYEE COUNT BY DEPARTMENT
ADMINISTRATION 4
BUILDING & MAINTENANCE 3
BUILDING INSPECTIONS 7
CITY CLERK 3
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 11
CUSTOMER ACCOUNTING & COLLECTION 3
DDA/TOURISM 8
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2
FINANCE 8
FIRE 66
HUMAN RESOURCES 5
MAYOR & COUNCIL 7
MUNICIPAL COURT 7
PARKS & RECREATION 21
POLICE 66
SENIOR CENTER 5
SEWER MAINTENANCE & COLLECTIONS 11
STORMWATER UTILITY 8
STREETS 9
TECHNOLOGY 7
WATER TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION 2
NEW HIRES 57 RETIREMENTS 7 OPEN POSITIONS 6
EMPLOYEES ENROLLED IN BENEFITS 217
RECRUITMENT
REQUISITIONS POSTED 29
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED 1,048*
NEW SOFTWARE IMPLEMENTATION HIGHLIGHTS
UKG Compensation module added to UKG Ready HR system
Adobe Sign utilized for electronic signatures on HR Forms
NEW INITIATIVE HIGHLIGHTS
Revamped and Streamlined Performance Evaluations
Annual Citywide Ethics Training (Basics and Social Media)
Launch of City’s Supervisor Leadership Certification Program
Launch of City’s Customer Service Certification Program
WELLNESS INITIATIVES
1. GA First Responder PTSD Program
2. Added enhanced Mental Health visits option through HealthJoy benefits app
3. New Variable Co-pay Program on certain prescriptions – savings for both the employee and the City
LED BY DIRECTOR MINDY NOBIS
GEARED UP & MAPPED OUT
60+ DRONE FLIGHTS to track construction progress of Little River Park, Noonday Creek Trail, South on Main, Fire Station 28, Trickum Roundabout, and Ridgewalk Parkway.
BIG DATA! THE YEAR OF THE UTILITIES
500+ manhole locations verified
25+ miles of sewer main locations verified
300+ miles of sewer main elevations verified
200+ water valve locations verified
900+ stormwater infrastructure locations verified
10+ new and improved interactive maps available on the WOODSTOCK MAP & DATA HUB at woodstockga.gov
2025 STAFF DEVELOPMENT: GAINING CERT-TITUDE
GIS ANALYST CARL SMITH EARNED his FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot license, making him the 3rd certified City drone pilot.
GIS MANAGER GREG DOCEKAL OBTAINED his GISP certification from the GIS Certification Institute.
CIO KATY LEGGETT OBTAINED her CGCIO certification through UGA’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government.
CYBERSECURITY PREPAREDNESS:
CYBERSECURITY TRAINING CAMPAIGNS 38
EMPLOYEE TRAINING PARTICIPATION 100%
INBOUND EMAILS 1,072,214
BLOCKED PHISHING ATTEMPTS 341,461
TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHTS:
Technology Solutions Catalog – internal living document for tracking all available hardware, software, and other solutions utilized by each department within the City of Woodstock.
AI Usage Survey & Pilot Projects – finding responsible ways to utilize AI within the organization.
PUBLIC WORKS
The City of Woodstock Public Works Department is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the city’s infrastructure to ensure a safe, clean, and sustainable environment for residents, businesses, and visitors. The department oversees a wide range of essential services including streets and stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, and the maintenance of public buildings and grounds. With a commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship, Public Works plays a vital role in supporting the city’s growth and quality of life.
STREETS & STORMWATER
2,460 WORK ORDERS COMPLETED
5 MILES OF PAVING COMPLETED
■ DOBBS ROAD: Phase 1 Multi-Use Trail Chattahoochee Tech to Melanie Lane
■ DUPREE ROAD: CDBG Multi-Use Trail Project from I-575 Overpass to Market Street
■ BELL PARK DRIVE: Right Turn Lane Onto Main Street
■ BROWNLEE ROAD: New Grid Street Construction Connecting Woodstock Parkway to Rope Mill Road
GRIDSMART VEHICLE DETECTION
Implemented at City Traffic Signals
ONLINE INTEGRATED TRAFFIC SIGNAL NETWORK Implemented Citywide
TRAFFIC SIGNAL TIMING PLANS IMPLEMENTED for Main Street and Ridgewalk Parkway Corridors
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
1,218 WORK ORDERS COMPLETED
ANNEX ROOF REPLACEMENT COMPLETED
FIRE STATION 10 BAY DOORS AND SIDING REPLACED
FIRE STATION 14 BAY DOORS AND FLOORING REPLACED THE CHAMBERS AT CITY CENTER HVAC UPGRADE
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL CHEROKEE AMPHITHEATER UV REFLECTIVE COOL ROOFING MEMBRANE INSTALLED
ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES
BRING ONE FOR THE CHIPPER *
ANNUAL LITTLE RIVER STREAM CLEAN UP *
*Results included with our annual sustainability events on the back cover.
WATER & SEWER
1,407 WORK ORDERS COMPLETED
WATER & SEWER SYSTEM GIS MAPPING COMPLETED
DATA COLLECTION UNDERWAY FOR FULL WATER & SEWER MODEL
REVERE GROUNDWATER WELL BROUGHT ONLINE AS THE CITY’S SIXTH GROUNDWATER SOURCE
BROOKSHIRE 1 LIFT STATION REHABILITATION COMPLETED
DRIFTWOOD FOREST WATER SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT 50% COMPLETED
RUBES CREEK FACILITY UPGRADES (GENERATOR OVERHAUL, FREQUENCY DRIVE RAS PUMPS, MIXED LIQUOR PUMPS, AND SLUDGE BLOWERS)
18.769M+ Capital Projects Managed 1,455 Citizen Requests Addressed
LED BY DIRECTOR JEREMY PARKER
STREET SWEEPER COLLECTION: 136,433 lbs of leaves and debris removed
TRASH CONTAINMENT BOOM ON LITTLE RIVER:
Over 1,000 lbs of trash and debris prevented from entering Lake Allatoona
GOODYEAR DETENTION POND: Rehabilitation Completed
122 MILLION GALLONS of Treated Groundwater Produced
823 MILLION GALLONS of Drinking Water Supplied
585 MILLION GALLONS of Treated Wastewater Reclaimed
18 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLES Rehabilitated To Reduce Inflow and Infiltration
888 FIRE HYDRANTS Flow Tested and Inspected (ISO Compliance)
580 WATER METER Register Changeouts
406 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLES Inspected
5,461 UTILITY LOCATES Completed
FISCAL OVERVIEW
COMMERCIAL PROJECT VALUATION $51,786,392
IMPACT FEES COLLECTED $327,642
PERMIT REVENUE $1,745,146
BUSINESS LICENSE REVENUE $134,380
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
CUSTOMERS SERVED (WALK-IN AND PHONE) 12,119
NON-CONSTRUCTION PERMITS ISSUED 579
BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED 368
PLANNING
PUBLIC HEARING CASES PROCESSED 30
ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCES AND WAIVERS PROCESSED 38
TREE PERMITS 341
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS 6
STORMWATER
STORMWATER ANNUAL MS4 INSPECTIONS PERFORMED 630+
STORMFEST ATTENDEES 1,376
RIVER CLEANUP TRASH REMOVED 520 LBS
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEWS COMPLETED 926
SITE PLAN AND PLAT PROJECTS PROCESSED 52
BUILDING
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED 221
SINGLE FAMILY CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY ISSUED 219 COMMERCIAL SPACE PERMITTED 472,498 SQ. FT
BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED 2,336
ENGINEERING
ADOPT-A-ROAD GROUPS 10
TRAFFIC CALMING REQUESTS HEARD 16
MILES OF ROADWAY ADDED TO THE CITY 0.95
CODE ENFORCEMENT
REMOVED FROM RIGHT OF WAY 1,721
INSPECTIONS
BUILDING INSPECTIONS PERFORMED 9,169 CONSTRUCTION INFRASTRUCTURE & STORMWATER INSPECTIONS PERFORMED 502
LED BY DIRECTOR MELISSA SIGMUND
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS
Recognized by Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus with the PAUL BROUN AWARD FOR MARKETING INITIATIVES for the redesign and launch of the new VisitWoodstockGA.com website; a celebration of Community, Innovation and Storytelling.
Visitors Center 2025 calendar year attendance 18K+, AN ALL-TIME RECORD
Welcomed visitors from 40 STATES AND 20 COUNTRIES in 2025
Sponsored Events like HISTORY CHEROKEE HOLIDAY HOME TOUR and IMPACT PREMIER CUP FAN FEST supporting the Cherokee Youth Foundation
33 Restaurants participated in TASTE OF WOODSTOCK THAT RAISED $10K for WHS band boosters + $2500 for The Giving Kitchen
Sponsored and provided support for the GEORGIA CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL. This is the first time the event has been held OTP. Because of record breaking attendance, the festival has already announced its return to Woodstock in 2026.
IN WDSTK Awarded INvestor of the Year to THREE BROTHERS PAINTING AND IN WDSTK AMBASSADORS OSCAR & ASHLEY VELEZ
IN WDSTK Awarded Volunteer of the Year to IN WDSTK Ambassador JIM GARIP WITH DESIGN REMODEL BROTHERS
IN WDSTK was named “BEST NETWORKING GROUP/EVENT” in Family Life Magazine’s Woodstock Best of Life 2025.
WELCOMED 6 NEW MURALS TO THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK through the Public Art Program: Two privately funded murals and four murals in the City Center East Parking Deck funded through Visit Woodstock GA.
NEW IN 2025! Meeting & Groups Sales supported 6 group bookings across key sectors like film production, relocation/construction, festivals, and government generating 2.6K room nights.
LAUNCHED MANAGED DOWNTOWN PARKING PROGRAM — Downtown visits up 4.6% year over year within the managed parking area
DOWNTOWN GROCERY ANCHORED SHOPPING DISTRICT approved and broken ground
HIGHLIGHTS
VISITS TO THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK 33.4M
TOTAL VISIT NIGHTS 423.4K (+4.5% YoY)
OVERNIGHT VISITORS’ ECONOMIC IMPACT $103M
VISITOR CENTER ATTENDANCE 18K
INVESTOR MEMBERS 182 ($25K+ revenue)
INVESTOR EVENTS 99
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES HOSTED 17
ONLINE ENGAGEMENT
@DOWNTOWNWOODSTOCK
FACEBOOK 7.6M VIEWS
INSTAGRAM 1.2M VIWS
@VISITWOODSTOCKGA
FACEBOOK 415K VIEWS
INSTAGRAM 1.2M VIEWS
VISITWOODSTOCKGA.COM
ACTIVE USERS 117K (+13.1%)
VIEWS 494K (+11.5%)
EVENT NEWSLETTER
SUBSCRIBERS 5,430 OPEN RATE 41.2%
MADE MERCANTILE MAKERS HOSTED 29 CLASSES + WORKSHOPS 200
CITY CENTER PROGRESS! Signed Letter of Intent with Southern Ventures for development of new downtown hotel and conference space. Plus Fire & Stone opened in the train depot following significant renovation of the historic structure.
LED BY FIRE CHIEF SHANE DOBSON
FIRE DEPARTMENT
2025 WAS A FRUITFUL YEAR in the life of the Woodstock Fire Department, because many of the changes that we put in place have begun to yield a benefit. We experienced a lot of professional growth in preparation for the future.
EMERGENCY STATISTICS
CALLS FOR SERVICE 7,158
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TIME 10.2 MINUTES (90TH PERCENTILE)
OVERALL EMERGENCY RESPONSE TIME 6.8 MINUTES
COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION
RESIDENTS REACHED THROUGH EDUCATION AND OUTREACH 30,000+ UP 23% FROM 2024
PROGRAMS INCLUDED: CPR CLASSES SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND FIRE DRILLS EXTINGUISHER TRAINING TEEN CITIZENS PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
COMPLETED DESIGN for Fire Stations 28 and 34
BROKE GROUND on Station 28 and Station 34
CONDUCTED full NFPA 1582 physicals and cancer screenings for all personnel
ROLLED OUT CANCER-PREVENTION POLICIES and completed all ISO-required equipment maintenance
ENHANCED DATA COLLECTION and performance tracking across the department
COORDINATED SITE MED PHYSICALS with Target Care physicals to save money and time
NEW TECHNOLOGIES, ENHANCED DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS have produced improvements in many key performance areas
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
THE 90TH PERCENTILE FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TIME in the city is 10.2 minutes with an overall average time of 6.8 minutes for 2025 Responded to 7,158 calls for service in 2025.
IMPLEMENTED AVL closest-unit dispatching, Mach Alert station alerting, and traffic signal preemption
ONGOING COORDINATION WITH CHEROKEE COUNTY FIRE, 911, AND EMA for priority dispatching and large-scale incident preparedness
ENFORCEMENT & SAFETY
2,556 INSPECTIONS COMPLETED
95% COMPLIANCE on fire protection systems through the Brycer Compliance Engine
INVESTIGATED 10 STRUCTURE FIRES and, in partnership with Woodstock Police Department, we obtained a successful arson conviction from a 2021 case
TWO SENIOR-COMMUNITY SMOKE-ALARM BLITZES: 300+ alarms installed
ADDITIONAL 130 DONATED ALARMS distributed from Kidde through Home Depot’s program
COMPLETED A CITYWIDE Community Risk Assessment with Georgia Tech
LAUNCHED POWER BI DASHBOARDS for improved data visibility
RESPONSE ANALYSIS
DEVELOPED DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS STRATEGIES to access timely information regarding the effectiveness of emergency responses
COMPLETED A FULL YEAR OF AUTOMATIC VEHICLE LOCATION (AVL) to dispatch the closest, most appropriate truck
UTILIZED MACH ALERT FIRE STATION ALERTING AND AUTOMATION (FSAA) SYSTEM integrating with dispatch systems to improve emergency response times
WORKED WITH PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT to implement a preemption system for control over signalized intersections to speed emergency responses
AVERAGE OF 350 TRAINING HOURS per member, 16% INCREASE OVER 2024
CREATED NEW TRAINING CAPTAIN ROLE and completed multiple promotions to support leadership development
DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED new policy through Lexipol.
DEVELOPED REPORTS to enable supervisors to gain insights into operational effectiveness.
NUMEROUS NATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS earned across ranks.
PERSONNEL PARTICIPATED IN CONFERENCES AND TRAINING INCLUDING:
SOUTHEAST ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
IAAI ARSON SEMINAR 2025 GEORGIA FIRE SAFETY SYMPOSIUM IFE-COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION CONFERENCE
FIRE STATION 28
In 2025, the City broke ground on Fire Station 28, marking an important step in improving response times and expanding service to a growing area of
LED BY CHIEF
DOWNTOWN OFFICERS
In 2025, the Woodstock Police Department introduced two dedicated downtown officer positions as part of the City’s continued commitment to enhancing safety, accessibility, and community engagement in the heart of Woodstock. These newly established roles reflect the department’s ongoing investment in maintaining a vibrant, welcoming downtown district that supports local businesses, enriches visitor experiences, and strengthens the sense of connection that defines the community.
FLOCK SAFETY
Having reliable evidence is the key to solving crime. By combining the power of License Plate Recognition, gunshot detection, and video—Woodstock is safer with Flock Safety.
EXPIRED TAG 158,278
SUSPENDED TAG 8,172
WARRANTS 308
STOLEN VEHICLE 270
MISSING PERSON 2
OTHER 7,620
TOTAL FLOCK ALERTS 174,650
CRIME CLOSURE RATE
In 2025, the Woodstock Police Department crime closure rates outperformed previous years with a 50.55% Closure Rate on all Group A offenses, the most serious crimes tracked by the FBI’s National Incident-Based Reporting System.
Incident Based Reporting System Group A Reportable Offenses
BY THE NUMBERS
HOURS OF TRAINING 12,787
HOURS OF TRAINING LED BY WOODSTOCK
POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING STAFF 837
FLEET VEHICLES 75
COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENTS 143
OPERATIONAL METRICS*
CALLS FOR SERVICE 34,799
INVESTIGATIONS 450
ARRESTS 1,423
VEHICLE CRASHES 1,716
OPEN RECORDS REQUESTS 2,799
BACKGROUND CHECKS 973
H.E.A.T. UNIT
In 2025, the Woodstock Police Department continued its strong participation in the H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) program, a collaborative initiative launched by the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and local law enforcement agencies. This program is instrumental in the ongoing mission to combat impaired and aggressive driving, which remains a leading cause of serious crashes and fatalities on Georgia’s roadways.*
DUI ARRESTS 97
SPEEDING CITATIONS & WARNINGS 1,179
DISTRACTED DRIVING CITATIONS & WARNINGS 355
SEATBELT CITATIONS & WARNINGS 320 COMMUNITY EVENTS 19
*The data for the H.E.A.T. Unit is included in the Operational Metrix.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS UNIT
The Community Relations Unit serves as the primary bridge between the Woodstock Police Department and the residents, businesses, and visitors of our city. Our mission is to foster transparency, build trust, and create a safer environment through consistent, positive engagement. This unit manages a variety of citizen-focused outreach initiatives and events, including perennial favorites like Coffee with a Cop and National Night Out, directly engaging the public in casual, non-enforcement settings.
SOCIAL MEDIA
FACEBOOK VIEWS 19.3M
INSTAGRAM VIEWS 374.2K
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE EVENT
STYROFOAM, PLASTIC, BOOKS, PAINT, CHEMICALS 20.6 TONS COLLECTED
REGISTERED RECYCLERS 239
GREENSTOCK DAY & TIS THE SEASON TO BE GREEN EVENTS
ELECTRONICS 10 TONS COLLECTED
BATTERIES 1,796 LBS COLLECTED
TEXTILES 1,995 LBS COLLECTED
PAPER SHREDDED 15.7 TONS COLLECTED
OTHER RECYCLABLES 1.38 TONS COLLECTED
NUMBER OF CARS THAT VISITED THE EVENTS 922
REGISTERED GARAGE SALES ON GREENSTOCK DAY 56
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES ON GREENSTOCK DAY 19
BRING ONE FOR THE CHIPPER 157 TREES COLLECTED FOR RECYCLING
ANNUAL LITTLE RIVER STREAM CLEAN UP
526 LBS OF TRASH & DEBRIS COLLECTED