FoCo UNPLUGGED

In this podcast episode, District 3 Commissioner Todd Levent discusses his background, experience as an elected official, and his goals and priorities as he serves Forsyth County.

Can the Board of Commissioners simply stop development? How is the Board managing residential and commercial growth? And what role does the County's Comprehensive Plan play in our community's future? Commissioner Laura Semanson and Planning & Community Development Director Tom Brown dive into these crucial topics in the FoCo Unplugged podcast! 

What's the truth about property taxes and how they're invested? How does the County put together an annual budget? And what are the keys to a healthy financial future? In this podcast episode, Forsyth County CFO Brian Clark discusses: Where the County's available funds come from and how they are allocated Why the County's low millage rate is important for property owners What the impact of House B...

In this podcast episode, Water & Sewer Director Scott Adams discusses a potential GEMA grant for a robust generator at the water treatment plant, and County Manager David McKee shares progress on the McGinnis Ferry Road widening and the proposed plans for an NHL practice rink in association with the Gathering at South Forsyth.

Forsyth County has once again received the HIGHEST possible bond rating from all three major rating agencies, one of only four of counties in Georgia to receive this designation!  In this Board of Commissioners meeting recap, Chairman John discusses the recently reaffirmed AAA bond rating, investing with the County’s portion of property taxes, and how the Board works with the community on sketch p...

Why is the County building a new Administration Campus? What are ARPA funds and why is that relevant to this project? And how is the new Administration Campus being funded? County Manager David McKee and Commissioner Kerry Hill highlight these topics and a discussion regarding the new County Administration Campus that occurred during the Board of Commissioner’s Feb. 25, 2025, work session.  

Up to 15 miles of the Big Creek Greenway in Forsyth County are enjoyed daily by walkers, runners and bikers. When a temporarily closed 1.9-mile section of the Greenway, just north of the Bethelview trailhead, reopens sometime this summer, there will be nearly 17 miles to enjoy. Our Parks & Recreation and Capital Projects teams are working hard to make the renovation of this section happen as s...

Work remains ahead of schedule to build the Coal Mountain Connector, a new roadway anticipated to open mid-year, if not sooner, that will provide an alternate route for motorists traveling east and west on SR 369. Watch the latest edition of On the Move and learn what work remains and how the roadway is expected to improve traffic flow.

The latest On the Move episode provides an update on the temporary closure of two lanes on SR 369 across the SR 400 (Exit 18) overpass, including the results of a monitoring period and next steps toward opening additional lanes of traffic on the bridge. #foco #forsythcounty #onthemove

Construction is underway on the Coal Mountain Connector, a new roadway in the northern part Forsyth County near the intersection of SR 9, SR 369 and Settingdown Road. Watch the latest On the Move episode to get updated on the project including what residents can look forward to when it’s completed. #forsythcounty #foco

There are a handful of reasons why Forsyth County is seen as such an attractive place for families and businesses to call home, but likely none are more important than our public safety. The voter approved SPLOST program has made a tremendous impact over the past three decades on our public safety and emergency response and here to talk more about that impact is County Manager David McKee as he we...

It is no secret that Forsyth County’s population is growing. More people are choosing to call Forsyth County home than ever before as the population closes in on 300,000. Which begs the question of how do we keep up with our transportation infrastructure and keep congestion at a minimum? County Manager David McKee welcomes Assistant County Manager Barry Lucas and Director of Engineering John Cunar...

Forsyth County's Parks & Recreation boasts dozens of miles of trails across a greenway and mountain range, award winning athletic and recreation facilities as well as campgrounds and facilities connecting residents to Georgia’s largest natural resource, Lake Lanier. Forsyth County has one of the nation’s most robust parks systems and it is continually listed as one of the nation’s best. What m...

SPLOST is not a new tax and has been voter-approved since 1987, so how has and does the sales and use tax impact the County's financial decisions and funding options for road improvements, public safety needs, parks and recreation and more? Forsyth County Manager welcomes Chief Financial Officer Brian Clark and Chamber of Commerce Vice President Alex Warner for an in-depth discussion. 

As the population in Forsyth County grows, so too must water and sewer infrastructure. Watch the latest edition of On the Move to learn about the expansion at the Fowler Water Reclamation Facility, which will be capable of processing 7.5 million gallons of wastewater per day.

Watch this episode of On the Move to learn more about the history, funding and features of this much-needed facility, which will better serve and protect County residents in the Lake Lanier area. This project was made possible thanks to Forsyth County voters of the SPLOST VI and VIII programs as well as impact fees.

What should Forsyth County residents know about road resurfacing projects? Assistant Director of Engineering Tim Allen and Roads & Bridges Supervisor Travis Wareham discuss how road resurfacing projects are identified, how long projects can take, and more in this edition of On the Move!

Watch the latest On the Move video for details regarding a temporary partial closure of the SR 369 (Browns Bridge Rd.) overpass of SR 400. Further details regarding the closure will be provided as available following a 60-90 day monitoring period for a potential approach ramp settlement abnormality. #foco #forsythcounty #onthemove

#foco #forsythcounty #onthemove Have you heard? Major renovations are coming to Bennett Park! Watch this episode of On the Move to learn about the upgrades and amenities, including a community building, new fields, a playground and more! A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 30. Learn more: https://www.forsythco.com/.../groundbreaking-ceremony-to...