County approves contract continuation for gun‑violence prevention program despite partial city participation

Sep 26, 2025

Forsyth County approved a contract with Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods to continue a gun‑violence prevention program largely focused on the Cleveland Avenue area; the vote passed 6‑1 after commissioners discussed the city’s limited participation and funding sources.

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Forsyth County commissioners voted 6‑1 on Sept. 25 to authorize execution of a contract with Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods (NBN) to continue its gun‑violence prevention program through June 30, 2026, at a county cost not to exceed $273,738.80.

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