In partnership with District 2 Public Health, Forsyth County will be offering COVID-19 vaccines (Johnson & Johnson) to eligible residents on the following dates/times at the Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College (3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd.): -             Friday, May 21 (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) -             Monday, May 24 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) -             Tuesday, June 1 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) -             Wednesday, June 2 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) -             Friday, June 4 (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) Vaccines are available by appointment and walk-ups will ...

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed May 16-22, 2021, as National Public Works Week in Forsyth County to recognize public works departments as essential for the health and well-being of residents. Forsyth County public works departments include Engineering, Roads and Bridges, Stormwater, Water and Sewer, Recycling and Solid Waste, Fleet Maintenance and Public Facilities. Throughout the week, Forsyth County will highlight various public works departments through its social media channels including Facebook and Twitter.  About National Public Works Week: The theme for the 61st annual National Public Works Week, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA), is Stronger ...

A section of the Big Creek Greenway multi-use trail from Union Hill Road (marker 3.7) to Fowler Park (marker 4.6) is closed for repairs. Additionally, the Union Hill parking lot connected to the trailhead will close this evening through the duration of the closure. Patrons will not be allowed to access this portion of the greenway during the construction period. Updates will be provided on the County social media channels and at Forsythco.com.

On Saturday, May 22, the Forsyth County Animal Shelter (4065 County Way) will host a preview event for their annual Summer of Love adoption program and will be waiving their standard $85 pet adoption fee for all animals throughout the day.  The shelter will be open to the general public between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, during the event so residents can see and interact with animals available for adoption. “We have had such great success in past years with our Summer of Love adoption special that we decided to give families a sneak peek this year ...

Forsyth County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman and District 4 Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills speaks with Communications Department Video Production Coordinator Travis Chaffin about his role with the Forsyth County.   All episodes of The County Spotlight can be viewed online by clicking here and can be seen on Forsyth County's government access television channel, TVForsyth, available on Comcast channel 23, AT&T channel 99 and streaming 24/7 from the county’s website.

Marcus Turk joined Forsyth County government on May 10, 2021, as chief financial officer. In this role, Turk will oversee operations of the County’s Finance, Procurement, Risk Management, Business Licensing and Indigent Defense departments. Turk brings over 20 years of finance and accounting experience. From 2006 to 2012 he was the chief financial officer for the Dekalb County School District. Most recently he was an independent consultant, providing financial services for school districts. “Having a strong financial foundation is crucial to the success of Forsyth County,” said County Manager Kevin Tanner. “Marcus has a successful background in many areas of finance ...

County Manager Kevin Tanner has appointed Interim Director Barry Lucas to serve as Water and Sewer Department director effective May 10. Lucas was named interim director in February. “Barry has done a great job leading the department over the past several months, and we are glad he has accepted the director position,” said Tanner. “Under his management, the County will continue to meet the water and sewer needs of our residents and businesses.” Lucas served as Deputy Director for the Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department since 2002. In that role, he was responsible for managing all engineering-related activities for the ...

Most amenities at Sawnee Mountain Park (3995 Watson Road) will be closed for renovations starting May 10.  This renovation project includes baseball/softball complex improvements, a new playground and pavilion, refurbished tennis courts and updates to the concession stand and restrooms. The parking lot will also be seal coated and restriped. The community building and basketball courts will remain open. Walking trail access may be limited during various stages of construction. The consultant for the project is Robertson Loia Roof, PC and the general contractor is Build Line, LLC. The project budget is $3.25 million and is being funded by SPLOST VIII. ...

Following nearly 11 years with Forsyth County government, Chief Financial Officer David Gruen retired on April 23, 2021, and was recognized by the Board of Commissioners for his service on May 6. “Dave helped guide the County’s finances out of the economic downturn when he joined us in 2010 and he has been a key component in making Forsyth County what it is today,” said Chairwoman and District 4 Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills. “He has kept Forsyth County taxpayers in mind with his financial management and for that, we are grateful. We wish him well in retirement.” Gruen joined Forsyth County ...

In partnership with District 2 Public Health, Forsyth County will be offering COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer) to eligible residents Thursday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College (3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd.). Vaccines are available by appointment and walk-ups will also be accepted.  Information regarding the appointment process in multiple languages can be found by clicking here.  Eligible residents can click here to request an appointment through the Georgia Department of Public Health’s registration system. Please note, the registration tool offers multiple locations throughout the state where vaccines are available. Forsyth County residents ...