Fairfield County Names New Center for Commissioner Dave Levacy

 
For Immediate Release: September 30, 2025
    
LANCASTER, OH- At its annual State of the County Address on September 30, Fairfield County officials announced that the new facility that hosted the event would be named The Levacy Center, in honor of County Commissioner and long-time public servant, Dave Levacy.
 
“Dave has given his heart and soul to this community,” said Commissioner Jeff Fix. “His dedication and commitment to making Fairfield County the best place to live, work and raise a family is inspiring. It is just fitting that we honor his legacy by naming a gathering space for the community after him.
 
The State of the County Address was the first official event held at the Center, which Fairfield County acquired in 2024 as part of efforts to make infrastructure investments that will enhance county operations to benefit the community. The County plans to hold meetings, workshops, trainings, and events at the Center, while also offering the conference space for rent to private organizations and businesses to host events for up to 350 people.
 
Located at 1550 Sheridan Drive, Lancaster, The Levacy Center will also house the Fairfield County Health Department and Veterans Services, both of which previously had leased space from other entities.
 
“This is part of our strategic plan to eliminate ongoing rental and lease costs for the county and to make sound, intentional investments in real estate and facilities that will have long-term positive impact on our county’s bottom-line,” said Commissioner Steve Davis. “We are also continuing to explore relocating additional county services that could benefit from being located at this site.” Davis said. “We were excited that we could surprise Commissioner Levacy by naming this investment in our future in honor of his long tenure serving our community.”
 
Levacy was elected Commissioner in December 2012 and is a lifelong resident of Fairfield County. He attended Bishop Fenwick and Ohio University with studies in business. Commissioner Levacy is a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1965 to 1967. Before and after his Army service, Levacy was employed by Anchor Hocking Glass in the accounting department. In 1970 Levacy joined Millersport Marina and subsequently purchased the company in 1990. Changing the name to Buckeye Lake Marina, he continues to operate the business today.

Commissioner Levacy also served with Millersport/Walnut Township Fire Department as a paramedic and as Chief. After retiring from the Fire Department, Dave served as Millersport Village Council President for 12 years. Levacy also serves on the Fairfield County Republican Executive Committee. Levacy has served as past President of the Buckeye Lake for Tomorrow, the State of Ohio Marine Dealers Association and the Central Ohio Marine Dealers Association.

With his duties as Commissioner, Levacy serves on numerous committees and boards. Dave was recently inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame for his outstanding post-military contributions to Fairfield County. Commissioner Levacy resides in Millersport with his wife Ann of over 50 years. 
 
Founded in 1800 (three years before Ohio became a State), Fairfield County was the 8th county formed in the Northwest Territory. Today, more than 900 employees serve, connect, and protect the more than 158,000 citizens of Fairfield County, providing high-quality services and outstanding customer service at exceptional value to taxpayers. Fairfield County fosters economic and fiscal sustainability and works to enhance the County's reputation as a high performing, learning, and caring organization. For more information about the county, its services and employment opportunities, please visit https://www.co.fairfield.oh.us/