2025

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.

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.

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.

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.