Forsyth County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will vote on various contracts, including a major park renovation and GIS software services. The meeting includes public hearings on rezoning and zoning condition amendments, as well as nuisance abatement actions for two properties.

• Award of $52,667,869.00 to MAPP, LLC for Sharon Springs Park Campus Renovation
• Agreement with Esri for $2,100,000.00 over 3 years for geospatial mapping software
• Public hearing for County-initiated rezoning of parcels 201-073 and 201-150 to Commercial Business District
• Nuisance abatement actions for 5325 Keithwood Drive and 2720 Fairlane Drive
• Change order of $792,369.88 to MAPP, LLC for Bennett Park Redevelopment

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider a large volume of consent agenda items, including the approval of contracts for water, sewer, and road projects, as well as the ratification of decisions made during a recent work session.

• Approval of $3.58M LMIG application for road maintenance
• Approval of $30.88M transfer from insurance tax to water & sewer fund
• Approval of $584,804.90 for Middle Settingdown Creek Lift Station
• Approval of $85,900.00 for roof retrofit at Old Fire Station #15
• Approval of $152,476.60 for design services on McGinnis Ferry Phase I

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners approved a $30,878,744 transfer from the Insurance Premium Tax Fund to the Water & Sewer fund and adopted the related budget resolution. The board also approved multiple contracts and agreements, including a $61,900 renewal with the U.S. Geological Survey and several infrastructure repair and service contracts. All actions were recorded as board approvals without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved $30,878,744 transfer from Insurance Premium Tax Fund to Water & Sewer fund and budget resolution
• Approved $61,900 renewal of Joint Funding Agreement with U.S. Geological Survey for 2026 stream flow monitoring
• Approved $584,804.90 contract with Lanier Contracting Co for Middle Settingdown Creek Lift Station grinder installation
• Approved $62,570 purchase from Goforth Williamson for repair of High Service Pump No. 2 at Antioch Water Treatment Plant
• Approved $85,900 roof retrofit contract for Forsyth County Oil and Lube Center (Old Fire Station #15)
• Approved $41,156.03 emergency mold remediation services for the Sheriff’s Office Training Center
• Approved $344,149 renewal of Excess Workers' Compensation insurance for 2026
• Approved $27,540 Task Order with Salas O'Brien for commissioning services at the Water & Sewer Maintenance Warehouse

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a wide range of operational approvals, including a large insurance premium tax fund transfer and several public works contracts. The session also includes a potential county-initiated rezoning for the Georgia Department of Transportation.

• Annual transfer of $30,878,744.00 from Insurance Premium Tax Fund to Water & Sewer
• Application for FY 2026 Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant up to $3,580,227.19
• County-initiated rezoning of 6.63 acres from Agricultural (A1) to Restricted Industrial (M1) for GDOT
• Contract with Lanier Contracting Co. for $584,804.90 for Middle Settingdown Creek Lift Station
• Renewal of Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance with Midwest Employers for $344,149.00

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution to establish term limits for its members and a proposed ordinance regarding cryptocurrency and automated teller machines. The meeting includes several public hearings on rezoning requests and updates to the county zoning map.

• Resolution requesting the General Assembly to establish term limits for Board of Commissioners members
• Proposed Cryptocurrency Tell Machine and Automated Teller Machine Ordinance
• Rezoning of 21.239 acres for warehouses totaling 243,520 sq. ft. (ZA4236)
• County-initiated rezoning of multiple parcels from R2R to Res2, R1R to Res1, and R1 to Res1
• Tax Levy Resolution on behalf of the Forsyth County Board of Education

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners moved the cryptocurrency teller machine hearing ahead of the first public hearing. It unanimously postponed a zoning‑condition amendment for parcel 179‑613 and the Mejia Landscaping variance for parcel 149‑078 to the December 4, 2025 meeting. The board also moved an affidavit resolution to New Business and adopted the amended agenda.

• Moved cryptocurrency teller machine hearing before first public hearing (unanimous)
• Postponed amendment of zoning conditions on parcel 179‑613 (2A2936) to Dec 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed Mejia Landscaping variance on parcel 149‑078 to Dec 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Moved affidavit resolution from Consent Agenda to New Business (unanimous)
• Adopted amended agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts, change orders and equipment purchases for public works, parks, water and sewer, and fire services. It also authorized the demolition of Hearthstone Lodge and accepted county‑maintained right‑of‑way designations. No vote tallies were recorded for these items.

• Approved Change Order #001 to Contract #23-044-1514 with Carroll Daniel Construction ($1,818,646.51) for Freedom Park Campus project
• Approved Change Order #001 to Contract 1202400036 with Albion General Contractors ($520,806.17) for Water & Sewer Maintenance Warehouse
• Approved Change Order #001 to Contract 1202500013 with Jericho Design Group ($455,920.00) for new Sheriff's Office Headquarters renovation design
• Approved Change Order #002 to Purchase Order 20212541 with Jericho Design Group ($237,844.00) for Freedom Park Administration building design
• Approved Task Order No. 06.C to BCC Engineering ($154,462.00) for SR 369 Widening/GA 400 Interchange CEI services
• Approved Task Order No. 05.C to BCC Engineering ($103,488.00) for Coal Mountain Connector CEI services
• Approved purchase of Paratech Rescue Strut system equipment ($68,271.59) for the Fire Department
• Authorized demolition of Hearthstone Lodge

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider approving capital projects, including the purchase of rescue equipment and the condemnation of land for road improvements. The agenda also includes discussions on salary adjustments and the annexation of a parcel of land.

• Purchase Paratech Rescue Strut system equipment for $68,271.59
• Condemn property for Post Road Improvements Project (est. $228,100)
• Award contract for Matt Schoolhouse Renovation ($168,051.23)
• Apply for GEMA/HSA CERT Grant ($38,424.00)
• Annexation of parcel C21-037 (+/- 1.71 acres) by City of Cumming

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board adopted the agenda (four members in favor) and unanimously approved a rezoning request for Coal Mountain Spot, LLC. It adopted a proclamation declaring October 5‑11, 2025 as 4‑H Week and approved several consent‑agenda items, including nuisance‑abatement authorizations and a clarification of a prior variance approval. The Board ratified multiple work‑session actions, notably awarding a $2,347,975 contract to Reeves Young, LLC for pre‑construction services on the Courts and Sheriffs Headquarters project.

• Adopted agenda as amended (4 in favor, 1 absent)
• Approved Coal Mountain Spot rezoning request unanimously
• Adopted 4‑H Week proclamation (consent agenda)
• Authorized nuisance‑abatement actions at three county properties
• Clarified CP240044 variance approvals and instructed clerk to mark minutes
• Ratified $46,451 grant application to CJCC VOCA program
• Approved $9,620 professional services agreement with Tyler Technologies
• Awarded $2,347,975 contract to Reeves Young, LLC for courthouse renovation pre‑construction services

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners is discussing several high-value contracts, property condemnations for the Post Road Improvements Project, and rezoning requests. The session includes a presentation on road safety signage and a request for a new Project Manager position.

• Award of $2,347,975.00 to Reeves Young, LLC for Courts and Sheriffs Headquarters renovations
• Nine separate resolutions to condemn property interests for the Post Road Improvements Project
• Approval of $312,850.00 for Ford PremiumCARE vehicle maintenance plans
• Authorization to apply for a $46,451.00 VOCA Grant for the Sheriff's Office Victim Advocate Unit
• Rezoning consideration for CP220034 (Todd Hunter Holbrook) and parcels 201-150 and 201-073

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and a mass rezoning of multiple parcels. The meeting includes public hearings on a pawn shop ordinance amendment and several specific zoning requests for industrial and residential developments.

• Contract award to Inframark, LLC for $41,126,277.00 for water and wastewater plant operations (2026-2030)
• Proposed mass rezoning of parcels from R2R to Res2, R1R to Res1, and R1 to Res1
• Proposed rezoning of 77.358 acres from Agricultural to Mixed Residential for 59 lots (Grand Communities, LLC)
• Proposed rezoning of 21.239 acres to Restricted Industrial for warehouses totaling 243,520 sq. ft. (John R. Wright, Jr.)
• Public hearing for an amendment to the Forsyth County Pawn Shop and Pawnbroker Ordinance

The Board adopted numerous items on its consent agenda, including a $41,126,277 award to Inframark, LLC for operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants for 2026‑2030. It also approved several smaller contracts and memoranda, such as a $15,000 MOU with AVITA Community Partners and a $188,755.37 purchase of switches for the courthouse and jail. Additional actions included authorizing a mass rezoning of multiple parcels and adopting revisions to employee policies. No vote counts were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved $41,126,277 Operations & Maintenance contract for water and wastewater plants (2026‑2030)
• Approved $15,000 Memorandum of Understanding with AVITA Community Partners
• Approved $188,755.37 purchase of switches for courthouse and jail
• Approved $47,950 sole‑source fence purchase for SR 369 widening
• Approved $19,934.40 change order for signal work on SR 369 and Holtzclaw Road
• Approved $15,000 donation from Northside Hospital Sports Medicine for park renovations
• Approved $67,015 task order with NOVA Engineering for Shakerag Water Reclamation Facility Phase II testing
• Authorized mass rezoning of parcels from R2R, R1R, and R1 to residential zones

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will discuss approving a $41.1 million contract for water plant maintenance and review 2026 employee health insurance options. The agenda also includes several time-sensitive items for vehicle replacement, zoning variances, and a proposed crypto ATM ordinance.

• Award $41,126,277 contract for water plant O&M (2026-2030)
• Approve 2026 employee health insurance plan options
• Consider zoning variances for Premier Automation and Euphoric Development
• Review proposed Crypto ATM Ordinance
• Approve $15,000 donation for Polo Fields Park renovations

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board adopted a proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and approved the minutes from the August meetings. It ratified several contracts, including a fuel agreement, a $1,413,436.32 award to Vertical Earth, Inc., a hazard‑mitigation grant, and other service agreements. The Board also moved a mass rezoning resolution to a September 9 work session.

• Adopted proclamation recognizing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the August 21 and August 26 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Mansfield Oil Company for fuel deliveries (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,413,436.32 contract to Vertical Earth, Inc. for Barker Overlook and Tower Road site development (unanimous)
• Accepted $27,000 federal Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant with $9,000 match for a $36,000 plan update (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #5 to services agreement with TY Lin International for Post Road widening ($456,995.67) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a crypt for $10,959.63 from Sawnee View Gardens (unanimous)
• Moved mass rezoning resolution to September 9 work session (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board approved a $31,110,000 contract to expand the Shakerag Water Reclamation Facility Phase II. It also approved several smaller projects, clarified a building setback condition, and denied three tax‑refund requests. One award for Lose & Associates was postponed to the August 26 work session.

• Amended Condition 28 for Holdbrook Road setbacks as clarified (approval)
• Approved $140,000 Groundwater Remediation Project Pilot Test C at Hightower Road Landfill
• Approved $1 easement to Sawnee Electric Membership Corp. for conduit at 4055 County Way Road
• Approved $134,873 award to Townley Construction for concrete repairs at Coal Mountain Recycling Center
• Postponed award to Lose & Associates for Polo Fields Park Master Plan to August 26 work session
• Accepted $500 USTA Adaptive Tennis Grant with budget resolution
• Approved $31,110,000 award to PC Construction for Shakerag Water Reclamation Facility Phase II expansion
• Denied tax‑refund claim by Edward McCrimmon for 3930 Mathis Airport Road (Tax Year 2020) – $30

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will discuss potential amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding a residential moratorium and consider approving numerous contracts for road resurfacing, water infrastructure, and park improvements. The session includes several time-sensitive items.

• Discussion on amendments to the Unified Development Code related to a residential moratorium
• Award of $7.77 million for Road Resurfacing Program
• Award of $31.11 million for Shakerag Water Reclamation Facility Phase II Expansion
• Approval of $25,000 grant application for an accessible outdoor garden at Sawnee Mountain Preserve
• Resolution to condemn property for the Post Road Improvements Project

Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed millage rates for fiscal year 2025. The Chief Financial Officer will lead the hearing.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2025 Millage Rates

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the FY2026 Proposed Budget, the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program, and the 2025 Millage Rates. The body will also consider several rezoning requests and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing on FY2026 Proposed Budget and 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Adoption of 2025 Millage Rates Resolution for Maintenance & Operations, Fire, and Bonds
• Purchase of $36,302.48 from Cole Technology Incorporated for James Creek Influent Pump Station repair
• Contract award of $42,775.52 to Meer Electrical Contractors, Inc. for Midway Park batting cage lighting
• Rezoning request for Coal Mountain Spot, LLC to change 1.728 acres from Residential (R1) to Commercial Business (CBD)

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners adopted several right‑of‑way designations, ratified a communications‑tower lease, and approved a series of purchase orders and change orders for water, road and lighting projects. The board also certified a state grant for the Coal Mountain Connector and updated the county’s financial policies. All actions were recorded as approvals without recorded vote counts.

• Accepted county‑maintained right of way with 25 mph speed limit on Waggamon Way, Quinn Court and related properties (District 4)
• Ratified lease agreement with Municipal Communications III, LLC for a communications tower on parcel 177‑335
• Approved Single Source purchase of $36,302.48 to repair a 145 HP Ebara pump at James Creek Influent Pump Station
• Approved award of $42,775.52 to Meer Electrical Contractors for LED lighting at Midway Park batting cages
• Approved Change Order #30 ($31,678.67) for underdrain installation on the 369 Widening project
• Approved Change Orders #3, #4, #5, #10 (total $95,762.40) for various works on the Coal Mountain Connector
• Approved certification of Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank grant for the Coal Mountain Connector project
• Approved annual update to Forsyth County’s Financial Policies, repealing conflicting policies

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed FY 2026 Budget and the 2026-2030 5-Year Capital Improvement Program. The session includes discussions on multiple board-generated rezonings for properties where land disturbance permits were not filed. The Board will also consider several infrastructure contracts and property condemnations for the Post Road Improvements Project.

• Proposed FY 2026 Budget and 2026-2030 5-Year Capital Improvement Program
• Change Order No. 2 for Fowler Return Flow to Lake Lanier Phase 1: $12,997,985.77
• Property condemnations for Post Road Improvements Project totaling $617,500.00
• Board-generated rezonings for SSL Ventures, LLC, Athena Learning LLC, Surya Realty LLC, R.D. Links Investments, LLC, Emory Lagree, LLC, and G.E. Industrial Solutions, Inc.
• LED lighting installation at Midway Park batting cages: $42,775.52

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on several zoning amendments, lot-size variances, and county-initiated rezoning requests. The meeting also includes the ratification of various contracts for water, sewer, and road projects.

• Public hearings for multiple county-initiated rezoning requests from Lake Residential to Agricultural District in District 4
• Ratification of a $39,266,431 annual transfer from General Fund to Capital Fund
• Approval of $230,747.44 for two Bauer Cascade Unitized Air Systems for the Fire Department
• Ratification of $456,995.67 for Post Road Widening (SR 9 to Kelly Mill) via TY Lin International
• Public hearing regarding zoning condition amendments for QuikTrip Corporation on McGinnis Ferry Road

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will consider the proposed 2025 millage rates and the public hearing process. The session includes discussions on zoning moratoria, several property condemnations for the Post Road Improvements Project, and various service contracts.

• Proposed 2025 Millage Rates and authorization for three public hearings
• Five resolutions to condemn property interests for the Post Road Improvements Project
• Contract for Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan & Strategic Plan with CPL Architects, Engineers and Landscape Architect for $157,725.00
• GEMA/DHS Hazard Mitigation Grant application for three fixed generators totaling $8,385,777.75
• Amendment for Post Road Widening (SR 9 to Kelly Mill) with TY Lin International for $456,995.67

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss land use vision and comprehensive planning in light of recent moratoria. They are also considering several high-value equipment purchases, infrastructure contracts, and property condemnations for the Post Road Improvements Project.

• Purchase of a mobile Frontline C-45X-4 Communications Unit for $2,075,880.00
• Award of $1,727,181.25 to Townley Construction Company, Inc. for Coal Mountain Park and Sewer Improvements
• Proposed $39,266,431 annual and one-time transfer from General Fund to Capital Fund
• Resolutions to condemn property interests for the Post Road Improvements Project
• Purchase of two Bauer Cascade Unitized Air Systems for $230,747.44

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider approving contracts for parks, road widening, and water services, as well as zoning changes and a public hearing on a noise ordinance.

• Approval of $702,550 for Bennett Park redevelopment
• Approval of $269,398 for McGinnis Ferry Widening Project
• Public hearing on noise ordinance prohibiting engine brakes
• Public hearings for rezoning 7.81 acres to A1
• Public hearing for alcohol license at 7762 McGinnis Ferry Rd

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on a series of items including a $383,527 grant for school radios, various service agreements and change orders for road and facility projects, and potential rezoning of multiple parcels.

• Authorization to apply for $383,527 DOJ grant for school radios
• Approval of $150,500 contract for Highway 141 mowing services
• Consideration of rezoning 7.81 acres from LR to A1
• Approval of $702,550 change order for Bennett Park Redevelopment
• Consideration of amendments to the Forsyth County Ethics Ordinance

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several land use changes, including a 224-acre residential rezoning and a Comprehensive Plan amendment. The meeting also includes a request to apply for a $6,068,000 federal road safety grant and various water and sewer infrastructure contracts.

• Application for USDOT FY25 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant totaling $6,068,000
• Toll Brothers, Inc. request to rezone 224.681 acres to Single Family Residential (RES2)
• Comprehensive Plan amendments for the North GA 400 Character Area
• Water and sewer design contracts including $526,428 for Keith Bridge and Browns Bridge Road
• Rezonings for Skyland Investment Group LLC to Office and Institutional (O&I) on two separate parcels

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss land use vision and comprehensive planning following recently imposed moratoria. The body is also considering several high-value infrastructure contracts and property condemnations for the Post Road Widening Project.

• Change Order No. 2 for Fowler Return Flow to Lake Lanier Phase 2: Pump Station project in the net amount of $13,244,374.00
• Change Order No. 1 for Fowler Return Flow to Lake Lanier Phase 1: Pipeline project in the amount of $2,579,173.63
• Application for USDOT FY25 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant in the amount of $4,854,400.00
• Acceptance of FY24 Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust award of $1,008,230.40
• Four property condemnations for the Post Road Widening Project with estimated compensation ranging from $15,100.00 to $242,300.00

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to prohibit residential rezoning applications for 180 days. The meeting also includes several public hearings on zoning amendments and the acceptance of a $5 million federal grant for trails.

• Proposed 180-day moratorium on residential rezoning applications from May 15 to November 11, 2025
• Acceptance of a $5,000,000.00 FLAP grant for a multi-use trail along Shady Grove Road and Shadburn Ferry Road
• Public hearing on rezoning 62 acres from Lake Residential District (LR) to Agricultural District (A1)
• Approval of $67,928.00 for Hazen and Sawyer to update the Shakerag Basin Sewer Model
• Acceptance of Right of Way for Sterling Pointe Phase 2A and 2B with 25MPH speed limits

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider appointing a representative to an EMS council, accepting a $5 million federal grant for a multi-use trail, and awarding several contracts for equipment and services. The session also includes a land donation agreement for a park and a resolution certifying the property tax rollback rate.

• Appointment of William Bean to Region 2 EMS Advisory Council
• Accept $5,000,000.00 FLAP grant for Shady Grove Road trail
• Award $136,764.00 contract to RapidSOS for 911 translation services
• Accept $15,000.00 donation from Northside Hospital for weather warning system
• Award $240,000.00 contract to Crusher Works for earth shaker equipment

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning condition amendments and county-initiated rezoning requests. The meeting also includes the ratification of various service contracts and the appointment of two Development Authority members.

• Public hearing for county-initiated rezoning of 22 acres from Master Planned District to Commercial Business District (ZA4225)
• Task Order 25-03 with Precision Planning, Inc. for $122,120.54 for North Water Distribution System Improvement Project
• Change Order #1 for $47,993.00 to Wiley Wilson, Inc. for Midway Sheriff's Training Center design
• Acceptance of a $50,000.00 GEMA/Homeland Security grant with a $50,000.00 required match
• Amendment to AT&T service agreement for ISDN PRI in the amount of $44,158.80

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss adjusting impact fee schedules for inflation and potential board-generated rezonings for SkyLand Homes, LLC and Everett Management, LLC. The session includes several requests for contract approvals and the acceptance of state and technology grants.

• Resolution to adjust Impact Fee Schedules based on the January Consumer Price Index
• Task Order 25-03 with Precision Planning, Inc. for $122,120.54 for the North Water Distribution System Improvement Project
• Change Order #1 for $47,993.00 to Wiley Wilson, Inc. for the Midway Sheriff's Training Center
• Agreement with AT&T for ISDN PRI services in the amount of $44,158.80
• Acceptance of a $50,000 GEMA/Homeland Security grant with a $50,000 required match

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning condition amendments and variances during public hearings. The board also plans to ratify contracts for court building renovations and approve various capital projects.

• Public hearings for zoning condition amendments on ZA3368 and ZA2386
• Approval of $2.1M design services for Forsyth County Court Buildings Renovations
• Approval of $651K task order for court building renovations
• Acceptance of right of way on Santiago Blvd and Hemingway Farm Phase 1B
• Board ratification of $14,100 judgment for Old Atlanta Road

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various infrastructure contracts, road funding applications, and several board-generated rezonings. The session includes approvals for water and sewer projects and the appointment of two Development Authority members.

• Digitizing physical records for Engineering and Planning and Community Development for $604,492.26
• Application for State of Georgia FY2025 Local Road Assistance Administration funds up to $3,840,390.49
• Board-generated rezonings for ZA4108, ZA4091, ZA4109, ZA4104, and ZA4105
• Task Order with Atlanta Premier Tree Solutions, LLC for $154,687.50 for sewer easement clearing
• Amendment for Shakerag WRF Upgrade and Expansion Project with Brown and Caldwell for $152,538.00

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several capital projects, including court building renovations and roadway improvements. The session also covers potential zoning changes, property condemnation for road widening, and the transfer of the Mary Alice Park lease.

• Professional Design Services Agreement with Jericho Design Group, LLC for $2,100,000.00 for court building renovations
• Purchase of a skid steer with mulcher head from Yancey Bros. CO/CAT for $158,808.00
• Resolution to condemn property interest in Tax Parcel No. 037-238 for the Post Road Widening Project with estimated compensation of $42,400.00
• Additional funding of $40,000.00 for the Victim Witness Assistance Program
• Potential transfer of Mary Alice Park ground lease from the City of Cumming to Forsyth County

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several residential rezonings and commercial variance requests. The meeting includes a first public hearing on amending the County Speed Ordinance and ratification of various infrastructure contracts.

• Grant application up to $6.5 million for a generator facility at the Forsyth County Water Treatment Plant
• Bid award of $548,350.00 to K-Team Engineering & Construction, Inc. for Fleet Maintenance Interior Renovations
• Design services for Fire Stations #1 and #12 in the amount of $77,300.00
• Budget resolution of $51,025.00 for replacement of total loss vehicles for the Sheriff's Office
• Public hearing to amend the Forsyth County Speed Ordinance 78 regarding the list of applicable roadways

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several contracts for public facilities, water infrastructure, and public safety. The session includes discussions on grant applications for crisis response and a generator facility, as well as a land annexation request from the City of Cumming.

• Change Order No. 1 for Fowler Return Flow to Lake Lanier Phase 2: Pump Station in the amount of $8,675,000.00
• Grant applications for FY2026 Crisis Intervention Response Teams in the amount of $838,363.35
• GEMA/DHS Hazard Mitigation Grant application up to $4,875,000.00 for a Water Treatment Plant generator
• Fleet Maintenance Interior Renovations contract award to K-Team Engineering & Construction, Inc. for $548,350.00
• City of Cumming annexation of Parcels 128-068 and 128-071 (+/- 4.97 acres)

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will consider amendments to the Impact Fee Ordinance regarding road fees for various commercial and industrial uses. The meeting also includes several public hearings on zoning conditions, sketch plats, and Unified Development Code amendments.

• Public hearing on road impact fee amendments for commercial, office, medical, industrial, and warehouse uses
• Grant for three fixed generators totaling $605,411.10 ($454,058.32 federal; $151,352.78 match)
• Professional Services Agreement with NMH Consulting, LLC for Workday implementation not to exceed $151,800.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Atlantic Coast Consulting, Inc. for $87,023.50 for closed landfill services
• Request for alcohol license for Mike & Sam LLC at 8585 Browns Bridge Rd

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on contracts for waste management, risk services, and water infrastructure, as well as condemn property for road projects and consider a city annexation.

• Award $87,023.50 contract for landfill environmental monitoring
• Authorize $605,411.10 for three fixed generators via Hazard Mitigation Grant
• Consider City of Cumming annexation of 4.97 acres
• Condemn property for Post Road and Ronald Reagan Blvd. projects
• Appoint Development Authority member to replace Joseph Stein

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will vote on a 180-day moratorium on land disturbance permits in LR zoning districts, consider amendments to the alcohol ordinance, and discuss zoning conditions and variances for several developments.

• 180-day moratorium on land disturbance permits in LR zoning districts
• Amendment to alcohol ordinance for indoor commercial recreation
• Zoning change request for 3R Leasing LLC (CP240049)
• Zoning change request for Grand Communities LLC (ZA4198)
• Zoning change request for SKC Development LLC (ZA4208)

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners is discussing various infrastructure projects, grant applications, and service contracts. Key items include facility renovations and road widening design and management services.

• Bid award of $2,418,765.00 to Pencor, LLC for Matt Schoolhouse Renovation
• Design services for Post Road Widening from Kelly Mill Road to SR 20 totaling $3,364,489.93
• HMPG grant of $1,516,777.50 for three fixed generators with a $505,592.50 match
• Project management for Post Rd Widening from Kelly Mill Rd to SR 20 for $1,329,357.00
• Request for traffic signal on Bethelview Road (S.R. 141) at Pittman Road

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider a $20 million road widening project and a $3.1 million grant, along with multiple public hearings on zoning and variances.

• Board authorization to accept $3,130,330.18 in LMIG grant funds
• Board approval of $20,000,000 for McGinnis Ferry Road Widening Phase I
• Public hearing on rezoning 9.94 acres for a new vehicle dealership
• Public hearing on prohibiting engine braking in the county
• Board ratification of 21 previously discussed items from January 28

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several high-value infrastructure projects and service contracts. Key items include road widening, water tank improvements, and non-profit service agreements for FY 2025.

• Award of $42,408,641.35 to CMES, Inc. for McGinnis Ferry Road Widening Project Phase 1
• Construction Agreement with GDOT for McGinnis Ferry Road Widening Project Phase I totaling $20,000,000.00
• ROW Agreement for Pilgrim Mill Multi-Use Trail in the amount of $2,057,760.00
• Award of $301,048.00 to Tri Scapes, LLC for landscaping and detention pond clearing
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit engine or 'Jake' braking within the County

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will consider amendments to the Animal Control Ordinance regarding dangerous dogs and the Alcohol Ordinance regarding indoor commercial recreation establishments. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with numerous service contracts and a rezoning request for a convenience store and liquor store.

• Public hearing on Animal Control Ordinance amendments regarding vicious and dangerous dogs
• Public hearing on Alcohol Ordinance amendments for indoor commercial recreation establishments
• Motorola Solutions Inc. annual service agreement for radio systems totaling $850,615.82
• Southern Environmental Systems, LLC sole source purchase for odor control chemicals totaling $334,864.80
• Rezoning request for Priyanka Patel (ZA4175) to allow a convenience store and liquor store on 2.71 acres

Board of Commissioners Work Sessions

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on a series of items including accepting a $11,518 Justice Assistance Grant, awarding various construction and service contracts, and considering resolutions regarding legislation and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Accepts $11,518 DOJ grant for Sheriff's Office BolaWrap tools
• Authorizes $850,615.82 Motorola Solutions contract for radio systems
• Approves $57,969.53 change order for Fire Stations #9 and #15
• Approves $533,771 Legacy Link grant for Senior Services
• Discusses resolutions for legislation on county sites and term limits

Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings/Public Hearings

The Board of Commissioners will consider amendments to the Unified Development Code and various zoning condition requests. The meeting also includes the election of 2025 officers and numerous board and committee appointments.

• Public hearings on Unified Development Code amendments for the Ronald Reagan/Union Hill Overlay District and Zoning Board of Appeals decisions
• Vote on appointing Jarrard & Davis, LLP as County Attorneys
• Proposed 1,869 sq. ft. auto service establishment and 1,500 sq. ft. drive-through restaurant on Parcel 184-439
• Acceptance of County-maintained rights-of-way for Rose Creek Phase 3, Stratford Hills Phase 2B, Southbrooke Phase 2, and Settingdown Farms Phase 2
• Correction of previous approvals for ZA 4191 (methane to energy facility) and CP240034 (motel CUP)