Thursday morning general session.

Franklin County Commissioner Erica C. Crawley is a mother, advocate, and veteran. As the first Black woman Commissioner, her commitment to serving every resident, every day comes from her lived experiences and deep understanding of what working families need to thrive, and not just survive.

Originally from Youngstown, Commissioner Crawley’s family reflects the American story of success and struggles. She is a first-generation college graduate, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology in juvenile delinquency from Cleveland State University. She holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Walden University and a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School.

Crawley has spent much of her life serving others including serving in the United States Navy. In 2018, Crawley was elected to represent Ohio’s 26th House District, which included much of eastern and southeastern Franklin County. During her time in the legislature, her priorities focused on maternal health, infant mortality, birth-to-five initiatives, housing and food insecurity, and veteran issues.