David Johnson

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"When I first ran for City Council,  I made a promise: to listen, focus on public safety, reinvest in our neighborhoods, and make Roswell a place where families thrive. Today, I’m proud to say — I’ve kept that promise."

- David Johnson

On the Issues

Slow Down in Roswell

“Slow Down in Roswell” is a citywide initiative focused on making streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. With school zones, parks, and senior communities throughout Roswell, slowing down helps protect the community’s most vulnerable populations. The campaign combines infrastructure

upgrades, traffic-calming measures, multi-use trails, education, and community engagement to create sustainable improvements. By working with residents, schools, and businesses, Roswell is building a culture of safety and accountability on its roadways while reinforcing its commitment to being a city where people feel supported, secure, and proud of their community.

Public Safety Headquarters

Roswell is advancing public safety while saving taxpayer dollars. By remodeling the Summit Office buildings, the City avoided more than $40 million in costs compared to constructing a new facility. This strategic decision also accelerated the timeline, allowing first responders to move in by spring 2025. Located to improve emergency response coverage, the facility strengthens Roswell’s long-term public safety infrastructure. Savings from the bond have been redirected to other critical needs, including 911 services and fire facility upgrades.

Downtown Parking Deck & Green Street Activation

Roswell is moving forward with a new downtown parking deck that will add 395 parking spaces across three-and-a-half levels, complete with two entrances and three exits. At the groundbreaking on August 7, 2025, Mayor Wilson announced that parking in the deck will be free for Roswell residents.  A new connector road linking Alpharetta Street and Green Street will ease traffic flow in and out of the facility, helping to reduce congestion in the downtown core. The design blends historic and modern elements, featuring a traditional brick façade with architectural detailing, corner stairwells, and depth variations for visual interest. Construction is underway, with completion expected in summer 2026.

Learn more at RoswellConnections.com/ParkingDeck.

Seer World LLC Partnership

To support economic growth and attract top-tier businesses, Roswell partners with Seer World LLC, a consultant specializing in development and investment. Since beginning work with the City, Seer has helped secure a letter of intent to bring professional men’s and women’s soccer to Roswell as part of a

new mixed-use entertainment district. The firm also played a pivotal role in advancing the Hill Street redevelopment across from City Hall and in attracting PBS Aerospace, which will bring more than 200 employees earning an average annual salary of $175,000. Additionally, Seer negotiated the purchase of the Summit Office buildings for $8 million—$4 million below the appraised value and $11 million under the first offer—providing significant taxpayer savings.

Founders Park

Founders Park is a multi-phase vision that unites some of Roswell’s most iconic sites—Bulloch Hall, Mimosa Hall, Holly Hill, Town Square Park, and Barrington Hall—into one continuous, walkable green space. Investments already include the purchase of Holly Hill in 2022 for $1.5 million, renovations to Town Square Park completed in spring 2024, and major improvements at Mimosa Hall later that year. As of summer 2025, construction is underway at Mimosa Hall to create an outdoor events lawn that will serve as the centerpiece of the project. When complete, Founders Park will offer accessible, event-ready public spaces while celebrating Roswell’s architectural and cultural heritage.

More information is available at RoswellConnections.com/FoundersPark

Mimosa Hall Construction

Construction at Mimosa Hall began in spring 2025 to transform the site into a premier community gathering place. Plans include a central event lawn capable of hosting up to 250 guests beneath a tented canopy, along with a new support building featuring restrooms and a catering kitchen. Redesigned parking areas, ADA-accessible walkways, and improved driveways will enhance accessibility while preserving the estate’s historic character. Restorations include the stone dais, stairs, and the Neel Reid-designed reflecting pool, which will be repaired as a functioning water feature. Funded through $5.7 million in ARPA dollars, the project is on track for completion in summer 2026, with bookings available beginning in August of that year.

Mimosa Hall – Tree Removal & Replanting

As part of the Mimosa Hall improvements, tree removal was carried out carefully and only where necessary to support stormwater management, parking access, and native restoration. On a limited 4.18-acre portion of the 22.7-acre site, 57 trees were removed, including 35 specimen trees, most of which were invasive or non-native species. Importantly, three significant specimen trees—including two black walnuts and a tulip poplar—were preserved. The City will replant 16 new trees as part of the restoration plan. When construction concludes, the grounds will feature an event lawn, restored historic features, and new landscaping that balances environmental stewardship with community use.

Mimosa Hall – Historic Gardens

Despite rumors, Roswell is not destroying Mimosa Hall’s historic gardens. Instead, the City is taking deliberate steps to preserve and protect them. Thirteen distinct garden areas exist on the site, and while some were compromised before the City’s purchase, several key gardens—including the Reflecting Pond Garden and the Parterre Gardens—are being safeguarded. Others, such as the Beech Garden, Old Maze Garden, and Far East Garden, are largely undisturbed. Some spaces had already been altered decades earlier, such as the Neel Reid-designed garden that was converted into a swimming pool in the 1980s. In other cases, the City has improved accessibility with ADA-compliant walkways while protecting the surrounding plantings. The goal is not destruction but conservation—ensuring that Mimosa Hall’s historic gardens remain a source of beauty and heritage for future generations.