Stop the Annexation of Cole Lake Road

Recent signers:
John Correll and 18 others have signed recently.

The Issue

What’s Happening:

David Pearson Communities, Inc. (Applicant/Titleholder), and J. Kevin Moore, Esq.; Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP (Representative), have applied and seeks to annex & zone approximately 318.428 acres of property located at 3097 Cole Lake Road Dallas, GA 30132, from R-2 (Paulding County) to R-2 (City of Dallas) for a residential, six hundred seventy (670) unit single-family community.  The subject property is located and legally known by Parcel ID No.170.2.3.001.0000  in 2nd District, 3rd Section, of Paulding County. The following lots without the consent of property owners and residents: Lots 586, 638, 639, 640, 658, 659, 710, 711, and 731 (Parcel ID No. 170.2.3.001.000 and others).

Why It Matters: ** Adding ** 670) unit single-family homes 

 • Overcrowded schools 

 • Higher taxes and fees

 • More regulations without benefits

 • Loss of property rights and local control

 • Threats to our community character and infrastructure

 • Traffic concerns

Your Voice Matters!

Public Hearing Dates:

 First Hearing: Thursday, May 22, 2025 – 6:00 PM

 Second Hearing: Monday, June 2, 2025 – 5:15 PM

 

Location for Both Hearings:

City of Dallas City Hall – Council Chambers

 129 East Memorial Drive, Dallas, Georgia 30157

How You Can Help:

Sign the petition!! https://chng.it/qtq6pTMmkv

 Attend both public hearings and speak out!

 Tell your neighbors and friends!

Say NO to annexation without consent!

Protect your home, your rights, your future.


Living in Dallas, GA is becoming increasingly challenging with the recent growth and development. The announcement of 680 new homes being built on 320 acres through the annexation of Cole Lake Road is alarming to residents like me who already navigate heavy traffic and overpopulated schools. Our infrastructure is not equipped to handle this sudden influx.

The streets are congested, and with current resources, accommodating even more vehicles will only exacerbate the issue. We've already seen how overcrowding impacts daily commutes, increases in traffic accidents, and the degradation of our roads. The peaceful characteristic of our neighborhood is under threat, turning what was once a serene area into a congested hub.

Furthermore, our schools are struggling with overcrowding, affecting the quality of education our children receive. Class sizes have ballooned, and with the prospect of hundreds of new families, the situation will worsen. Our community needs more resources, not more demand on our limited facilities.

The city of Dallas needs to consider the long-standing residents who will bear the brunt of these changes. We need responsible development that takes into account the capabilities of our current infrastructure and the well-being of our community.

If this construction proceeds as planned without addressing these concerns, our community's quality of life will be severely compromised. We urge community members and city officials to re-evaluate this annexation plan. As citizens who care deeply about the sustainability and feasibility of our development, we ask for more comprehensive studies on the impact of such a large-scale project.

Sign this petition to join us in stopping the annexation of Cole Lake Road and ensuring that growth in Dallas, GA is measured, responsible, and considers the voices of its current residents.

Together, we can protect our community and work towards a sustainable future.

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Recent signers:
John Correll and 18 others have signed recently.

The Issue

What’s Happening:

David Pearson Communities, Inc. (Applicant/Titleholder), and J. Kevin Moore, Esq.; Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP (Representative), have applied and seeks to annex & zone approximately 318.428 acres of property located at 3097 Cole Lake Road Dallas, GA 30132, from R-2 (Paulding County) to R-2 (City of Dallas) for a residential, six hundred seventy (670) unit single-family community.  The subject property is located and legally known by Parcel ID No.170.2.3.001.0000  in 2nd District, 3rd Section, of Paulding County. The following lots without the consent of property owners and residents: Lots 586, 638, 639, 640, 658, 659, 710, 711, and 731 (Parcel ID No. 170.2.3.001.000 and others).

Why It Matters: ** Adding ** 670) unit single-family homes 

 • Overcrowded schools 

 • Higher taxes and fees

 • More regulations without benefits

 • Loss of property rights and local control

 • Threats to our community character and infrastructure

 • Traffic concerns

Your Voice Matters!

Public Hearing Dates:

 First Hearing: Thursday, May 22, 2025 – 6:00 PM

 Second Hearing: Monday, June 2, 2025 – 5:15 PM

 

Location for Both Hearings:

City of Dallas City Hall – Council Chambers

 129 East Memorial Drive, Dallas, Georgia 30157

How You Can Help:

Sign the petition!! https://chng.it/qtq6pTMmkv

 Attend both public hearings and speak out!

 Tell your neighbors and friends!

Say NO to annexation without consent!

Protect your home, your rights, your future.


Living in Dallas, GA is becoming increasingly challenging with the recent growth and development. The announcement of 680 new homes being built on 320 acres through the annexation of Cole Lake Road is alarming to residents like me who already navigate heavy traffic and overpopulated schools. Our infrastructure is not equipped to handle this sudden influx.

The streets are congested, and with current resources, accommodating even more vehicles will only exacerbate the issue. We've already seen how overcrowding impacts daily commutes, increases in traffic accidents, and the degradation of our roads. The peaceful characteristic of our neighborhood is under threat, turning what was once a serene area into a congested hub.

Furthermore, our schools are struggling with overcrowding, affecting the quality of education our children receive. Class sizes have ballooned, and with the prospect of hundreds of new families, the situation will worsen. Our community needs more resources, not more demand on our limited facilities.

The city of Dallas needs to consider the long-standing residents who will bear the brunt of these changes. We need responsible development that takes into account the capabilities of our current infrastructure and the well-being of our community.

If this construction proceeds as planned without addressing these concerns, our community's quality of life will be severely compromised. We urge community members and city officials to re-evaluate this annexation plan. As citizens who care deeply about the sustainability and feasibility of our development, we ask for more comprehensive studies on the impact of such a large-scale project.

Sign this petition to join us in stopping the annexation of Cole Lake Road and ensuring that growth in Dallas, GA is measured, responsible, and considers the voices of its current residents.

Together, we can protect our community and work towards a sustainable future.

The Decision Makers

Paulding County School Board
2 Members
Jeff Fuller
Paulding County School Board - At Large
Adam Clayton
Paulding County School Board - District 3
L. Kelly
Dallas City Mayor

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Petition created on May 2, 2025