LANCASTER, OH — Fairfield County officials unveiled a lasting tribute to one of their longest-serving public servants during the annual State of the County Address on September 30. The county’s newly acquired facility at 1550 Sheridan Drive was officially named The Levacy Center, honoring Commissioner Dave Levacy for more than a decade of leadership and decades of community service.
“Dave has given his heart and soul to this community,” Commissioner Jeff Fix said during the ceremony. “His dedication and commitment to making Fairfield County the best place to live, work, and raise a family is inspiring. It is only fitting that we honor his legacy by naming this gathering space for the community after him.”
The State of the County Address marked the first official event held inside The Levacy Center. The facility, acquired in 2024, will host county meetings, workshops, and training sessions, while also offering rental space for private organizations and businesses. The venue has capacity for up to 350 people and will soon house the Fairfield County Health Department and Veterans Services, reducing the county’s reliance on leased office space.
Commissioner Steve Davis emphasized the importance of the investment. “This is part of our strategic plan to eliminate ongoing rental and lease costs while making intentional investments that will benefit our county for decades,” Davis said. “We were excited to surprise Commissioner Levacy by naming this facility in his honor—an investment in the county’s future named after someone who has dedicated so much of his life to serving it.”
Levacy, a lifelong Fairfield County resident, was first elected commissioner in 2012. His career reflects a lifetime of service, from his time as a U.S. Army veteran (1965–1967) to his work as a paramedic and later fire chief with the Millersport/Walnut Township Fire Department. He also served 12 years as Millersport Village Council President and has long been active in local business, operating Buckeye Lake Marina since 1990.
Beyond elected office, Levacy’s leadership extends to numerous boards and organizations. He has served as president of the Buckeye Lake for Tomorrow initiative, the State of Ohio Marine Dealers Association, and the Central Ohio Marine Dealers Association. In recognition of his post-military contributions, he was recently inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
Levacy resides in Millersport with his wife, Ann, with whom he has shared more than 50 years of marriage.
Fairfield County, founded in 1800, now employs more than 900 workers serving its population of over 158,000 residents. The naming of The Levacy Center marks both an investment in the county’s future and a tribute to one of its most dedicated leaders.
