Opening the 2026 Term. Franklin County Board of Commissioners General Session

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners held its General Session on January 6, 2026, launching the new year with leadership selections and key county decisions.The Board elected Commissioner John O’Grady as President for the 2026 term and heard his remarks outlining key priorities, including fiscal responsibility, affordable housing, workforce development, and community partnerships.The session also included approval of resolutions related to inmate medical services, animal care, opioid harm reduction evaluation, cybersecurity authority, employee salary adjustments, and long-term support for Nationwide Arena renovations. Additional administrative actions included board appointments, annexation filings, and notice of a critical website accessibility upgrade to meet federal compliance deadlines.Watch the full meeting on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE0F0e5vQ7M Find the agenda here: https://www.franklincountyohio.gov/fi...