FoCo UNPLUGGED

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How the County Treats Water During Algae Blooms in Lake Lanier Oct 09, 2026

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Director of the Department of Water & Sewer Scott Adams joins FoCo Unplugged to discuss how the County is treating raw water to mitigate algae bloom compounds, to clarify the safety of our drinking water and future plans for additional treatment in the future.

How Forsyth County and the Small Business Administration are Fostering Small Business Oct 01, 2026

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District 2 Commissioner and Board of Commissioners Chairman Alfred John and the Southeastern Regional Administrator for the Small Business Administration Tyler Teresa discuss the strength of small businesses in our community and how the County and Small Business Administration are supporting small business growth today.

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Work Session Recap - Sept. 22, 2026 Sep 25, 2026

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Miss the Sept. 22 Board of Commissioners Work Session? County Manager David McKee provides background on some of the meeting's agenda items including an update on the residential zoning moratorium.

Other agenda items discussed from the work session include:

an update underway to the County's short term rental code
approval of a new intersection on SR 9 at Hopewell Road
plans to repave over 50 miles of County roads

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How Forsyth County is Supporting Local Farmers Through Agritourism Sep 17, 2026

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District 4 Commissioner Mendy Moore and John Bishop of Warbington Farms discuss the growth of agritourism in Forsyth County, what it means for the community and how the County is finding unique ways to support farms in Forsyth County.

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How New Software Expedites Warrants for Law Enforcement Sep 10, 2026

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Chief Magistrate Keisha Chambless joins the FoCo Unplugged podcast to discuss an investment in CloudGavel to create a better process for executing warrants in the field for law enforcement authorities. The conversation also highlights the growing focus on cyber financial crime and data related issues.

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Data Centers FAQs Sep 03, 2026

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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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FoCo Unplugged SPLOST IX - Aug. 2026 Update Aug 27, 2026

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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.

FoCo Unplugged Work Session Recap for August 11, 2026 Aug 13, 2026

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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:

A new intersection signal on SR 369 for an incoming Home Depot
How the new Bannister Road at Elmo Road project will be funded
Plans for Senior Services to provide chronic illness resources for residents
New tennis and pickleball courts at various County parks

Budget Planning Aug 06, 2026

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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.

Work Session Recap - July 28, 2026 Jul 30, 2026

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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:

The County's annual budget for 2027
Plans for a Comprehensive Plan update later this year
Construction begins on a Lake Lanier Water Intake at Tidwell Park
Playground renovations at Central and Chattahoochee Pointe Parks
Rehabilitation of the Big Creek Greenway

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