About
MORE THAN A DISTRICT. A DESTINATION.
Here, entertainment meets enterprise, and greenways meet game days, creating a district like no other. We‘re shaping the next generation of metro Atlanta with sustainable growth, connected spaces, and a vision for what‘s possible.
WHO WE ARE
The Cumberland Community Improvement District (CCID), Georgia’s first CID, has invested $190 million in projects that connect people to places since its founding – from multimodal trails along the Chattahoochee to safer, more walkable streets throughout the district.
Today, Cumberland generates a $26.6 billion annual impact on Georgia’s economy and is home to major employers including The Home Depot, Genuine Parts Company, the Atlanta Braves, and Truist Park. With 190+ commercial property owners investing additional property taxes into the district, the CCID leverages that capital to advance projects that no single entity could accomplish alone. The result is a more connected, sustainable, and vibrant Cumberland that benefits everyone who works, lives, visits, or does business here.
One Cumberland is the nonprofit arm of the Cumberland CID, dedicated to ensuring that the national parkland in our backyard gets the focused investment, care, and recognition it deserves.
Established in 2023, One Cumberland channels funding specifically towards conservation and community engagement around the Cumberland district. We’re bringing more people to the trails along the Chattahoochee, ensuring better stewardship of the natural resources that make Cumberland unique, and creating events and programming that bring neighbors together in these extraordinary outdoor spaces.
Cumberland by the Numbers
From thriving businesses to connected greenways, Cumberland’s growth strengthens the entire region.
$30.7B
Annual impact on Georgia's economy.
$23.7B
Annual impact on Cobb County's economy.
3,770
Businesses
32,000
Residents
96,000
jobs
OUR VALUES
Mission
Protect and conserve the natural resources of Cumberland and establish the District as a vibrant, diverse community through the enrichment of cultural amenities, quality of life, improved access, and environmental stewardship.
Vision
Enhance the community by creating opportunities for adventure and discovery. We multiply, amplify, and connect rich experiences that elevate Cumberland for residents, businesses, investors and visitors.
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How the Cumberland CID Works
The Cumberland CID is broadly known as a special purpose tax district. It was enacted in 1988 and was able to collect commercial property taxes through Cobb County. Three things had to happen first before the Cumberland CID was born.
- A constitutional amendment.
- Enabling state legislation.
- A Cobb County CID Act.
The Cumberland CID, like all Community Improvement Districts (CIDs) in Georgia, was founded upon the basis of Article 9, Section VII of the Georgia Constitution. The voters approved the amendment providing for CIDs in 1984. Georgia Legislature also required local legislation to establish a CID within any jurisdiction including unincorporated Cobb County.
The Cumberland CID was brought into being through the enactment of a resolution by the Cobb County Commission and the consent of the commercial property owners in the Cumberland area. In fact, at least 51% of the property owners representing at least 75% of the property value agreed to have their properties included.
The Cumberland CID is a 6 ½-square-mile area about 10 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta. Located in unincorporated Cobb County, it encircles the intersections of I-75, I-285 and U.S. Highway 4.The CID encompasses the heart of the thriving greater Cumberland submarket. The CID’s boundaries are determined by the consent of the local commercial property owners.
The Cumberland CID operates under seven of the eight allowable purposes of Article 9, Section VII of the Georgia Constitution:
- Street and road construction and maintenance, including curbs, sidewalks, street lights, and devices to control the flow of traffic on streets and roads.
- Parks and recreational areas and facilities.
- Storm water and sewage collection and disposal systems.
- Development, storage, treatment, purification and distribution of water.
- Public transportation, including, but not limited to, services intended to reduce the volume of automobile traffic, to transport two or more persons, to improve air quality, and to provide bicycle and pedestrian facilities and the operation of a Traffic Management Association or similar entity.
- Terminal and dock facilities and parking facilities.
- Planning, development, and improvement consistent with Cobb County’s coordinated and comprehensive planning.
The Cumberland CID board raises funds by setting an ad valorem millage rate on real property, specifically excluding property used residentially. The Cumberland CID has set the millage rate at five mills, which is the maximum set by the Cobb County CID Act. The millage rate is placed upon the regular tax bills sent by the Tax Commissioner, who transmits the collected taxes to the CID Board for expenditure in accordance with the purposes of the District.
OUR History
Since the late 1960s, Cumberland has evolved from a suburban commercial hub into one of the region‘s most dynamic centers for business, entertainment, and innovation. The creation of the Cumberland Community Improvement District (CCID) is evidence of the collaboration and investment that continues to shape the area today.
1970
The area’s first high-rise office building, 300 Interstate North, is built by developer Tom Cousins.
1973
Cumberland Mall, Atlanta’s first four-anchor mall, opens.
1977
The final segment of I-75 between Florida and Canada is completed through Cobb County.
1982
Developer and civic leader John Williams introduces the concept of a CID in Georgia.
1985
The Georgia General Assembly passes legislation enabling the creation of CIDs in Cobb County.
1988
The Cumberland CID launches—the first CID in Georgia.
1992
The CID expands its mission to include public transportation; planning begins for the five-mile Cumberland Boulevard Loop Road.
1993
The CID advances major projects including the Kennedy Interchange, Windy Ridge Reliever, and Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge.
1994
The Cobb Galleria Centre opens, cementing the district’s role as a business destination.
1999
Governor Roy Barnes and state leaders celebrate the opening of the Kennedy Interchange.
2003
After a decade and $300 million in investment, the final segment of the Cumberland Boulevard Loop Road is completed.
2007
The $145 million Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre opens.
2007
Bob Callan Trail Phase One completed.
2009
The CID begins installing decorative gateway signage throughout the community.
2013
The Cumberland CID celebrates 25 years of success in the community.
2017
The I-75 Northwest Express Lanes System opens.
2019
The Cumberland CID opens the third mile of the Bob Callan Trail.
2019
Bob Callan Trail Phase Two ‘A’ completed.
2021
Construction begins on the Akers Mill Ramp.
2023
One Cumberland is launched to the community; a nonprofit geared toward bolstering the work of the Cumberland CID.
2025
The CID opens the $44 million Akers Mill Ramp to the public.
2025
One Cumberland and CID open the $6.3 million Phase One of New Day Palisades.
2025
The CID, Cobb County, and ARC opened the final segment of the Bob Callan Trail.
2028
Launch of the Cumberland Autonomous Mobility (CAM) Network, which will connect major destinations throughout the district as part of the Cumberland Sweep project.
