Frequently Asked Questions

The city has posted a copy of the MOU on its website. You can access it HERE.

No. With the MOU, the city remains the owner of the park and retains final decision-making power in all matters related to this public property. As stated on (page 2, II, C.) of the MOU “The City reserves sole authority to make all final decisions regarding the Park”.

No. The MOU is not connected to any conversation about the future of the playground or space. Local Rotary Clubs have approached the City about future plans for the space. However, any changes will require community engagement and City Council’s approval before moving forward. The MOU is not connected to any current proposed projects in the park. 

MOU does not impact any uses or changes in Forsyth Park. The MOU works to clarify the relationship and interactions between two separate entities with similar goals.  

Forsyth Park is a critical community resource, used for active and passive recreation, the farmer’s market, and special events. Heavy use takes a toll on the Park and requires consistent maintenance and upgrades to infrastructure. 

Entering the MOU does not commit the City to executing the Forsyth Park Master Plan. The Plan provides guidance and direction, but it is not a binding document and does not obligate the city to implement specific changes. The City reserves sole final decision-making authority over the park and can deny any elements it does not approve.  

The city has posted a copy of the Forsyth Master Plan on its website accessible here.

The MOU waives permitting fees for events raising funds to benefit the park; however, the event must follow all applicable special event permitting rules and regulations and must be reviewed and approved in the same manner as any application to use the park. 

No. The MOU does not impact any existing programming. 

No. The MOU does not privatize any space or facility within Forsyth Park

Friends of Forsyth Conservancy is a private 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and adopts its own board members. While the City does have a representative on the board, the Conservancy has the sole authority over how its board is populated. The Friends of Forsyth Conservancy board also includes two members of local neighborhood leadership. 

The Friends of Forsyth Conservancy is a private 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. They must follow the federal reporting requirements of 501 (c) (3) non-profits. It is common in fundraising and philanthropic communities to remain anonymous to protect privacy of donors from further solicitation.

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