East Cobb has no city hall; Cobb County runs it. Commissioner JoAnn Birrell, District 3: 770-528-3317. Police non-emergency: 770-499-3911. Every number here.
Last checked Oct. 5, 2026. Every number on this page comes from the Cobb County department’s own page, linked below. If a number has changed, tell us. This page is checked monthly.
East Cobb has no city hall. It is unincorporated, so its government is Cobb County: the Board of Commissioners, the county manager and county departments. County government is based at 100 Cherokee St., Marietta, main line 770-528-1000, information@cobbcounty.gov. For emergencies, always call 911.
Who to call first
- Police, non-emergency: 770-499-3911
- Your commissioner: District 3, JoAnn Birrell, 770-528-3317; District 2, Erick Allen, 770-528-3315
- County main line: 770-528-1000
- Find your commissioner by address: Cobb commissioner lookup
The Board of Commissioners
Five members govern Cobb County: the chairwoman and four district commissioners. The county’s commissioner district map puts most of East Cobb in District 3, with parts on the western side in District 2. Contact details are from the county’s district commissioners page.
| Office | Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission chairwoman | Lisa Cupid | 770-528-3305 | lisa.cupid@cobbcounty.gov |
| District 1 | Keli Gambrill | 770-528-3313 | keli.gambrill@cobbcounty.gov |
| District 2 | Erick Allen | 770-528-3315 | erick.allen@cobbcounty.gov |
| District 3 | JoAnn K. Birrell | 770-528-3317 | joann.birrell@cobbcounty.gov |
| District 4 | Monique Sheffield | 770-528-3312 | monique.sheffield@cobbcounty.gov |
The board office is at 100 Cherokee St., 770-528-3300. Meeting dates and live video are on the county’s public meetings page; agendas are on CivicClerk.
County manager and clerk
- County Manager Dr. Jackie McMorris: 770-528-2600, jackie.mcmorris@cobbcounty.gov
- County Clerk Pamela Mabry (board records, agendas and minutes): 770-528-3307, pamela.mabry@cobbcounty.gov, per the county clerk page
Public safety
| Service | Phone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire and medical |
| Cobb County Police, non-emergency | 770-499-3911 | After-hours animal calls go here too |
| Cobb County Police headquarters | 770-499-3900 | 545 S. Fairground St., Marietta; contact page |
| Cobb County Fire, administration | 770-528-8000 | 1595 County Services Parkway, Marietta |
| Animal Services | 770-499-4136 | Shelter open 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; about Animal Services |
Utilities and services
| Service | Phone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Water and sewer billing, new service | 770-419-6200 | Cobb County Water System, 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta; customer service |
| Sewer backup or broken water line | 770-419-6201 | Water System emergency dispatch |
| Stormwater and drainage (off the road) | 770-419-6435 | stormwater@cobbcounty.gov |
| Roads, potholes, drainage in the road | 770-528-1600 | Cobb DOT; see road construction |
| Trash hauler permits | 678-581-5488 | See trash and recycling |
| Libraries | 770-528-2326 | Cobb County Public Library locations |
| Parks and recreation | 770-528-8800 | See parks and trails |
Code enforcement and complaints
From the county’s enforcement page:
| Complaint | Phone |
|---|---|
| Zoning, litter, signs and general code enforcement | 770-528-2180 |
| Building without a permit | 770-528-2051 |
| Nuisance and abatement | 770-528-2044 |
| Housing complaints | 770-528-2140 |
| Erosion control, residential | 770-528-2190 |
| Erosion control, commercial | 770-528-2142 |
Code complaints can also be filed online through Citizen Access without registering.
Taxes, permits and elections
- Property tax bills: Tax Commissioner, 770-528-8600. See property taxes.
- Property values and appeals: Board of Tax Assessors, 770-528-3100.
- Building permits: 770-528-2060; zoning: 770-528-2035. See permits and zoning.
- Elections: 770-528-2581. See voting.
What this means for you
- Start with your district commissioner for neighborhood issues the departments have not solved.
- For anything urgent but not an emergency after hours, the county points residents to the police non-emergency line, 770-499-3911.
- Save the water emergency number, 770-419-6201, for a broken line or sewer backup.
More: power outages and moving to East Cobb.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the county commissioner for East Cobb?
Most of East Cobb is in Cobb County Commission District 3, represented by JoAnn Birrell, 770-528-3317. Parts on the western side are in District 2, represented by Erick Allen, 770-528-3315. Check your address with the county’s commissioner lookup.
Does East Cobb have a mayor or city hall?
No. East Cobb is unincorporated, so Cobb County government provides its services. The county’s offices are at 100 Cherokee St. in Marietta, 770-528-1000.
What is the Cobb County Police non-emergency number?
770-499-3911. Call 911 for emergencies. Cobb County Police headquarters is at 545 S. Fairground St., Marietta, 770-499-3900.
Who do I call about a code violation in East Cobb?
Cobb County Code Enforcement handles zoning, litter and sign complaints at 770-528-2180, or online through the county’s Citizen Access portal without registering.
Who do I call about my water bill in East Cobb?
Cobb County Water System customer service, 770-419-6200, at 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. For sewer backups or a broken water line, call 770-419-6201.
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