2025

Apr 14 2025

FRANKLIN COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR KENNETH N. WILSON ELECTED TO NATIONAL FORUM FOR BLACK PUBLIC ADMINISTRATORS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

As Franklin County Administrator Kenneth N. Wilson prepares to transition from his two-year term as President to Immediate Past President of the National Association of County Administrators (NACA) this summer, he has been elected to a new national leadership role that continues his service to public administration at the highest levels.

At the 2025 Annual Forum of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), held this past week in San Francisco, California, Administrator Wilson was elected by his peers to serve on the organization’s Board of Directors. NFBPA is the nation's premier organization dedicated to the advancement of leadership in local and state government.

Mar 22 2025

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMPIONS FREE TAX PREP SERVICE

With the annual tax filing deadline quickly approaching, Franklin County is raising awareness about free tax preparation services available to thousands of residents and families. During their General Session Tuesday, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners highlighted the Tax Time program, which serves low- to moderate-income households.

Jan 23 2025

FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONER KEVIN L. BOYCE DECLINES VA KEYNOTE ADDRESS AFTER TRUMP ORDER ON D.E.I.

Commissioner Kevin L. Boyce was scheduled months in advance to be the featured speaker for the Columbus VA’s MLK 2025 Annual Lunch. He was invited to share his personal journey to leadership while honoring Dr. King’s legacy. This year’s theme, " Triumph Through Adversity," deeply resonated with Commissioner Boyce, who had been eager to share his story of overcoming personal challenges and adversity.

Jan 21 2025

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS LAUNCH ONE DOOR INITIATIVE TO EXPAND ACCESS TO HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Today, the Franklin County Commissioners launched the opening of One Door, a transformative initiative designed to streamline access to essential Health and Human Service resources. The program was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Michael J. Dorrian Building, where the One Door office is now open to serve residents on the first floor of the county government complex.

Jan 20 2025

COMMISSIONERS' STATEMENT ON MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY

As we observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners honor the life and legacy of a man who dedicated his life to advancing civil rights, justice, and equality for all. Dr. King’s vision of a more inclusive society continues to inspire and challenge us to build communities where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Jan 07 2025

FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NAME ERICA C. CRAWLEY BOARD PRESIDENT FOR 2025

At their first meeting of the year, the Franklin County Commissioners selected Commissioner Erica C. Crawley to serve as president of the Board for 2025. Commissioner Crawley, the first African American woman to be elected to the board and to hold the title of board president, has been a trailblazer in county leadership. She initially joined the Board in July 2021, appointed to complete a vacated term. She then served as board president in 2022 and was later elected to a four-year term.