A 30-day state of emergency announced Wednesday by Forsyth County prohibits price-gouging that takes advantage of the public during the COVID-19 crisis.
Overcharging for housing, goods or services could bring a fine of up to $1,000 or imprisonment of up to 60 days, among other powers granted to the county by the declaration. To view it: https://bit.ly/2WmhJ9L To view a video statement by Forsyth officials: https://bit.ly/2U08hqN
“By declaring a state of emergency, the county will be able to allocate personnel, financial and other resources to meet the needs of the county,” to be “more reactive, more responsive, and to act nimbly and quickly,” said county commission Chairman Laura Semanson.
The county also announced that all Forsyth government buildings will be closed to the public beginning Thursday, except for Board of Commissioners meetings and work sessions in the County Administration Building, 110 E. Main St., Cumming. Forsyth previously closed its libraries and senior and recreation centers.
Information: https://www.forsythco.com/COVID-19
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