Kevin is from Columbus City.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Toledo and a master’s degree in public administration from Central Michigan University. He is a Christian and a member of St. Paul AME Church. He is a father of 2 boys. 

Kevin worked as managing director of a New York-based investment banking firm and led a non-profit dedicated to improving public schools.

Kevin L. Boyce is a county commission member in Franklin County. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 2nd term. He previously served as a state representative, Ohio treasurer, and as a Columbus city councilmember.

As of August 21, 2024, Kevin L. Boyce’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Kevin Boyce taking lead in poverty, racism debate

Supports the “Rise Together” blueprint, a plan with specific recommendations and policy proposals to help eradicate poverty and address racial disparities in central Ohio.

- Supports the “Rise Together” blueprint, a plan with specific recommendations and policy proposals to help eradicate poverty and address racial disparities in central Ohio.

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Believes in providing quality public education for children in economically disadvantaged communities.

- Supports financial literacy initiatives.
- Believes in providing quality public education for children in economically disadvantaged communities.

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Supports the need for access to affordable healthcare.

- Supports the need for access to affordable healthcare.

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Kevin L. Boyce

Kevin is from Columbus City.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from University of Toledo and a master’s degree in public administration from Central Michigan University. He is a Christian and a member of St. Paul AME church .  He is a father of 2 boys. 

Kevin L. Boyce is a Franklin County Commissioner, first elected in 2016 and reelected in 2020. He has previously served as a state representative, Ohio treasurer, and Columbus city councilmember. He also worked as managing director of a New York-based investment banking firm and led a non-profit dedicated to improving public schools.

Kevin L. Boyce currently serves as a Franklin County commissioner. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his second term. He previously served as a state representative, Ohio treasurer, and as a Columbus city councilmember.

As State Treasurer, implemented programmatic changes that reduced operating costs and saved taxpayers millions, earning the office a national award.

Supports spending public money wisely, expanding opportunities for underserved communities, and training workers for better-paying jobs.

As a county commissioner, helped author the “Rise Together” blueprint for reducing poverty in Franklin County.

As a commissioner, helped create Building Futures, which prepares low-income residents for careers in construction trades.

Believes in maintaining a AAA Bond Rating to finance projects at lower interest rates, despite financial challenges.

As finance committee chairman, oversaw adoption of the city’s $1.3 million annual budget, including funding for recreation centers and neighborhood improvements.

As Treasurer, trimmed operating costs by 12%, reduced pension fund management fees by 63%, and launched the nation’s first web training for treasurers’ continuing education.

Believes in using his abilities to help provide opportunities for children to succeed, saying, "When I think that I grew up in a house that didn’t always have electricity or running water, and now I have a son attending an Ivy League school..."

Believes his opponent's campaign ads falsely suggesting he is Muslim are "racist and dishonest."

As mayor, founded the Columbus Youth Commission, significantly expanded parkland and greenways, and advocated for stronger civil rights laws.

Supports investing in public services, including schools, to expand opportunities.

Believes in the importance of public services, including education, and supports policies that enhance the quality and accessibility of public services for all citizens.

As mayor, protected public services such as recreation centers by limiting hours of operation instead of closing them.

Believes in taking added health precautions post-COVID-19 recovery.

Believes in the importance of practicing preventive measures to slow the spread of diseases like COVID-19.

As of September 23, 2024, Kevin L. Boyce’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- County commissioners are in charge of county renewal projects and maintaining the streets, roads, and public utilities. These projects try to improve the quality of life in the county, like increasing access to food or award grants to bring jobs. 
- County commissioners control budgeting and appropriations in the county. This means that county commissioners control what organizations and individuals receive the money from the county budget. 
- County commissioners have authority over government taxing and purchasing, and they hold the titles to all of the county property. 
- County commissioners in Ohio are typically elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Depending on your county, you may vote for the seat in your County Commission District, or all of them at-large. 

Member of the governing body for the county, has authority over taxing, budgeting, county property, and public services like utilities. 