More than 2,000 Smyrna residents shared their vision for the future of Downtown Smyrna — and the results show a strong, unified voice on what matters most.
🧭 Key Takeaways from the March–April 2025 Survey:
- 89% of respondents live in Smyrna, showing strong local engagement
- 86% support redeveloping the First Baptist Church site to better connect downtown
- 85% want more restaurants, with 71% favoring retail and shopping
- Top areas for improvement:
- More diverse restaurants and local shops
- Better green spaces and public gathering areas
- A more walkable and family-friendly layout
- A safer, more seamless parking experience
🏙️ What Residents Love Most:
- Village Green for its family-friendly green space
- Market Village for dining and gathering — but many want more shops and less traffic
- Library and Community Center as beloved anchors
- Smyrna’s walkability and unique charm over commercial sprawl
🛠️ What Needs Work:
- Disconnect between areas due to parking lots and fast traffic
- Limited shaded areas and family features
- A desire for new gathering spots, nightlife, and things to do beyond shopping
🏗️ What About the Church Site?
The city-owned First Baptist Church site drew high interest:
- Residents want restaurants, entertainment, plazas, and open space
- Support was mixed on housing: many like mixed-use with upstairs living, but strong opposition to apartments or high-density residential
🔍 Want to See the Full Results?
📝 You can read the detailed survey presentation here:
👉 View the results
💬 What’s Next?
City planners and the firm MKSK are using your input to guide the master plan. But we want to keep the conversation going here on CobbTalk:
- What are your favorite ideas from the results?
- What concerns do you still have?
- Any local suggestions the survey missed?
Let’s shape a Downtown Smyrna that reflects all of us.
