FoCo UNPLUGGED

What's the latest on the County's moratorium on all residential applications? What's next for the County as it aims for smart future growth? And how can County residents get involved in future growth and development decisions for our communities? Chairman and District 2 Commissioner Alfred John and Planning & Community Development Director Tom Brown discuss these topics and more. Need some bac...

Clearing work is underway on Phase I of the McGinnis Ferry Road widening, from Hospital Parkway to Douglas Road! Watch this episode of On the Move to learn about the timeline of the project and what to expect on your daily commute, as well as the latest updates on the GDOT-managed SR 400/McGinnis Ferry interchange project.

Have you received your 2025 personal property assessment? Forsyth County property owners had their state-mandated assessments mailed to them this week ... now what? Chief Appraiser Joel Benton and Assistant Deputy Chief Appraiser Steven Lamb discuss what you need to know in the latest FoCo Unplugged, including: What is on the assessment and why this year’s assessments look different from previous...

Get the latest updates on the Exit 18 (Browns Bridge Road) overpass in this episode of On the Move. Capital Projects Director John Jefferson answers your questions, including: • Is the project on track for late 2025/early 2026 completion? • What work has been happening in the background? • When will crews continue construction? • What can drivers expect for their daily commute in the months ahead?...

The Board of Commissioners finalized and approved agreements for what might one day be one of the southeast's largest economic drivers, The Gathering at South Forsyth. What's next for the development and what does tonight's action mean for an NHL franchise calling Forsyth home? Carl Hirsch with the development group, Board of Commissioners Chairman Alfred John and Forsyth County Chamber President/...

Do I need a permit on my home project? Can the County help me on a home renovation? How are commercial buildings inspected, approved, and why should I care? Building & Licensing Director Jake Hill takes us inside how the County ensures commercial and residential structures are safe and to code in this episode of FoCo Unplugged.  Want to see if a permit is required? Take a look here: https://ww...

During their April 17, 2025, meeting, the Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a moratorium on all residential applications, in place until the end of the day on May 15, 2025. Listen to learn more about the action, next steps and what “hitting the pause button” on residential growth means for our community. Chairman and District 2 Commissioner Alfred John and District 4 Commissioner Mendy M...

In this podcast episode, District 4 Commissioner Mendy Moore discusses her background, experience as an elected official, and her goals and priorities as she serves Forsyth County

In this podcast episode, District 5 Commissioner Laura Semanson discusses her background, experience as an elected official, and her goals and priorities as she serves Forsyth County. 

In this podcast episode, District 1 Commissioner Kerry Hill discusses her background, experience as an elected official, and her goals and priorities as she serves Forsyth County. 

In this podcast episode, Chairman and District 2 Commissioner Alfred John discusses his background, experience as an elected official, and his goals and priorities as he serves Forsyth County.

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.