Happy New Year, Canton! I hope your holidays were happy and meaningful, and I wish you all the best for 2024.

As I prepare to take the oath of office for my second term as Mayor, I am extremely grateful to our residents for having the opportunity to serve our great City. After a decade in public service, I am still amazed by how far our city has come, but I remain humbled by the work ahead. I have started working on my State of the City address for later this month, and I am excited to share some of the stories and information that have contributed to our success. More importantly, I look forward to discussing what’s in store for the year ahead as we continue to address the priorities established by our residents in the Roadmap for Success that guides our work.

Opportunities for Resolutions

The new year offers an opportunity for resolutions, and I hope you will join me in resolving to find new ways to experience Canton like never before. Over the past few years, we have worked to enhance our community with new events, expanded parks and trails, exciting business collaborations, public art initiatives, additional opportunities to serve, and so much more. Quite honestly, it is challenging to keep up with it all at times. However, I invite you to explore our City with a fresh perspective and rediscover all that it has to offer. 

ExploreCantonGA.com

If you are looking for a place to start, head over to ExploreCantonGA.com to find a calendar of events, local restaurant listings, abundant opportunities for outdoor adventure, and trip planning tools for your out-of-town family and friends who may want to visit the Coolest Small Town in America. As you explore the website, you may find new things to do that you had not heard about before or an event that appeals to your interests. 

As you experience Canton in different ways, you may meet new friends, discover a great recently-opened restaurant, or better yet, just gain a fresh perspective about the wonderful community we call home. Of course, the best resolutions are those that impact others in a positive way, so I also encourage you to explore ways to contribute to our city by sharing your talents, kindness, and optimism as the year progresses. 

Mayor Bill