At their Jan. 8, 2015 meeting, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized and thanked those who have assisted the county with parking during the construction projects taking place in downtown Cumming.
Resolutions of appreciation were adopted for Cumming Baptist Church, Chalcedon Presbyterian Church, the city of Cumming, the Cumming Playhouse and Tam’s Backstage, for their assistance with parking.
Construction of the new courthouse, jail and related parking facilities, which are funded by the voter-approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) VII program, resulted in a loss of areas available for parking at and near the Forsyth County Administration Building and current courthouse. The county had to turn to others in the community for assistance with identifying and designating areas for citizens and employees to park during the construction.
“Cumming Baptist Church, Chalcedon Presbyterian Church, the city of Cumming, the Cumming Playhouse and Tam’s Backstage graciously allowed the use of their parking lots by county citizens and employees,” said Commission Chairman R.J. (Pete) Amos, who noted that the county truly appreciated their generosity.
While construction of the new courthouse and jail continues, the two new parking facilities are now open for use. The new five-level, 491-space Mason Street Parking Facility located near the Forsyth County Administration Building opened in December. The new three-level, 222-space Castleberry Parking Facility at the intersection of Castleberry Road and Maple Street opened for use over the summer.
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