Chris Forsyth has dedicated his twenty-four-year career to public service -- starting as a municipal attorney and now as a public administrator. He currently serves as the Deputy County Administrator for Grand Traverse County. In this role, his work focuses on community development, local government collaboration, strategic planning, special projects, regulatory compliance, and contract administration. Prior to being appointed to this position in December of 2018, he served as the County’s Deputy Civil Counsel. Chris obtained his juris doctorate from Wayne State University Law School, and he lives in Traverse City with his wife and two children.