FoCo UNPLUGGED

Did you know Forsyth County has a data center ordinance? What does the ordinance entail, why a previously approved data center conditional use permit was revoked this summer, and how might the future of data centers impact Forsyth County?

District 4 Commissioner Mendy Moore and Planning & Community Development Director Tom Brown join FoCo Unplugged to discuss. 

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The ninth County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) program was approved by voters in late 2024 and the vision for how those funds will be utilized is coming to life!

County Manager David McKee joins FoCo Unplugged to discuss the projects SPLOST IX will fund including 12 sidewalks, 18 intersections, Big Creek Greenway repairs, Polo Fields Master Plan, Sharon Springs Park Campus, the Fire Department Training Center, and much more.

Want to learn more about the County’s SPLOST program and see plans for future projects? Visit www.forsythco.com/splost.

Miss the Aug. 11 Board of Commissioners Work Session? County Manager David McKee and Communications Director Russell Brown discuss the meeting's more impactful agenda items including a new e-warrant software to enhance processes for law enforcement and judicial officials. 

Agenda items discussed from the work session include:

How does the County budget annually for our public safety needs, road improvements, new parks, trails, library programs, water infrastructure and the services needed to make Forsyth County our home? Chief Financial Officer Brian Clark joins the FoCo Unplugged podcast to discuss 2027's proposed budget and what goes into creating a fiscally responsible government.

Miss the July 28 Board of Commissioners Work Session? County Manager David McKee and Communications Director Russell Brown discuss the meeting's more impactful agenda items including an update from Parks & Recreation Director Kirk Franz on the Big Creek Greenway rehabilitation project. 

Agenda items discussed from the work session include:

Forsyth County Parks & Recreation continues to make progress on the Big Creek Greenway renovation, a long-term project focused on enhancing safety, durability and the overall experience for Greenway users.

In this latest edition of On the Move, Parks & Recreation Director Kirk Franz and Capital Projects Director John Jefferson share where the project stands today, why improvements are necessary and what residents can expect moving forward.

Forsyth County leaders share how innovative technology, modern facilities and strong partnerships keep our community safe and prepared for growth. Hear from County Manager David McKee, Schools Superintendent Dr. Mitch Young, Fire Chief Barry Head and Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Joe Perkins as they discuss:

Forsyth County leaders share how close collaboration between their organizations is driving smart, responsible growth in Forsyth County. Hear from Board of Commissioners Chairman Alfred John, Sheriff Ron Freeman and Board of Education Chairman Mike Valdes as they discuss:

Exciting improvements are coming to one of Forsyth County Parks and Recreation’s well-loved parks!

In this edition of On the Move, Parks & Recreation Director Kirk Franz and Capital Projects Director John Jefferson discuss progress on the Sharon Springs Park renovation and preview the future amenities planned for the park.

What happens when a real County infrastructure project becomes a classroom challenge? You get creativity, collaboration and a whole lot of innovation!

Last September, Forsyth County brought a real-world water infrastructure challenge straight into a Georgia Institute of Technology classroom, giving engineering students the chance to strategize, problem-solve and create a design for a simulated version of Forsyth County’s Return Flow Project.