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Forsyth County, Georgia Government

The official audio podcast for Forsyth County, Georgia government where you can hear in-depth conversations with County elected officials, leaders and subject matter experts as they highlight the initiatives driving America’s best community to live, work and play!

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Forsyth County Receives Highest Bond Ratings - March...

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2025/03/07

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 plats.

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21:18

New County Administration Campus - Feb. 25, 2025 Work...

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2025/02/26

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.

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08:13

Big Creek Greenway Renovations | On the Move

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2025/02/10

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 soon as possible while enhancing longevity and reducing future maintenance and repairs by

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05:20

See the Latest Progress on the Coal Mountain Connector

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2025/01/28

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.

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09:44

SR 369/400 (Exit 18) Overpass - Nov. 2024 | On the Move

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2024/11/18

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

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03:03

Coal Mountain Connector Construction is Underway | On...

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2024/10/16

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

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21:42

Ep. 4 - Sheriff, Fire and 911's Impact from SPLOST

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2024/10/09

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 welcomes Sheriff Ron Freeman and Fire Department Chief Barry Head.

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22:04

Ep. 3 - Roads and Transportation's Impact from SPLOST

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2024/10/09

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 Cunard for this discussion.

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19:13

Ep. 2 - Parks & Recreation's Impact from SPLOST

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2024/10/09

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 might the future might hold for our Parks system and how could the proposed continuation of SPLOST factor

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28:16

Ep. 1 - How SPLOST Impacts the County's Finances

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2024/10/09

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.

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05:53

Fowler Water Reclamation Facility Gets an Upgrade |...

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2024/10/01

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.

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03:53

New Fire Station 9 Now Open! | On the Move

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2024/09/12

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.

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09:53

Road Resurfacing in Forsyth County | On the Move

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2024/09/10

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!

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06:00

SR 400/369 (Exit 18) Overpass Update | On the Move

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2024/08/26

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

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04:49

On the Move | Ronald Reagan Extension Now Open

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2024/06/24

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05:12

Major Renovations at Bennett Park | On the Move

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2024/05/21

#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...

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