Kevin Boyce
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Kevin L. Boyce is an American
politician of the Democratic Party
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
.
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
from January 1999 to September 2000.
Kevin L. Boyce (born ca. 1971) is an American
politician of the Democratic Party
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
.
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
from January 1999 to September 2000.
Kevin L. Boyce (born ca. 1971) is an American
politician of the Democratic Party
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
.
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
from January 1999 to September 2000.
On September 11, 2000, he was appointed to the Columbus, Ohio City Council. He was elected to one of three open Council seats in the November 6, 2001 election and won another four-year Council term on November 8, 2005. On the Council, Boyce ultimately served as President Pro Tem and Chairman of the Finance and Zoning Committees.
On December 23, 2008, Democratic Governor Ted Strickland
announced Boyce's appointment as Ohio State Treasurer
, to replac Richard Cordray
, who left office in November 2008 to become Ohio Attorney General
. On January 8, 2009 Boyce was sworn into office, becoming the first African-American Democrat to hold a statewide, non-judicial office in Ohio. Boyce ran for the Treasurer's position for the first time during the 2010 midterm elections against Republican challenger Josh Mandel
. Boyce lost the election with 40.2% of the vote.
published an article alleging that Boyce had spent $32,469 on promotional items with his name on them. Despite Boyce's arguments that such practices were common for political officeholders and that he had spent 30% less than did his predecessor on such items, Boyce's Republican opponent in the 2010 campaign, state Rep. Josh Mandel
, charged that the expenditures were inappropriate given the state's budget difficulties. Boyce also was criticized for hiring Democratic
party operatives for several positions within his office.
Boyce was further questioned for awarding a $160,000 per year contract to Key Bank
for processing the state's checks. While Ohio had previously processed its own checks for 100 years, Boyce expected that the new contract would save approximately $83,000 per year through increased interest earnings. The contract was awarded in a competitive bid process, but critics questioned it because two Key Bank lobbyists held a $500 per ticket fundraiser for Boyce one week after the contract was awarded.
in 1990. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts
degree in political science
from the University of Toledo
in 1995 and a Master of Public Administration
degree from Central Michigan University
in 2004. He is married to Crystal Boyce, has two sons and a goddaughter.
presented Boyce its Community Service Plaque in May 2004. He was honored by the Phi Beta Sigma
Fraternity and Leadership, At Its Best, LLC. as an outstanding role model for young men in November 2004.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
politician of the Democratic Party
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
Ohio State Treasurer
-List of Ohio State Treasurers:...
.
Career
Prior to holding political office, Boyce was the executive director of the KnowledgeWorks Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes college access for high school students. He was also the executive director of the Ohio Legislative Black CaucusOhio Legislative Black Caucus
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, formally known as the Black Elected Democrats of Ohio , is an American political organization composed of African Americans elected to the Ohio General Assembly.-Purpose:...
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
Ohio House of Representatives
The Ohio House of Representatives is the lower house of the Ohio General Assembly, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Ohio; the other house of the bicameral legislature being the Ohio Senate....
from January 1999 to September 2000.
Kevin L. Boyce (born ca. 1971) is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
politician of the Democratic Party
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
Ohio State Treasurer
-List of Ohio State Treasurers:...
.
Career
Prior to holding political office, Boyce was the executive director of the KnowledgeWorks Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes college access for high school students. He was also the executive director of the Ohio Legislative Black CaucusOhio Legislative Black Caucus
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, formally known as the Black Elected Democrats of Ohio , is an American political organization composed of African Americans elected to the Ohio General Assembly.-Purpose:...
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
Ohio House of Representatives
The Ohio House of Representatives is the lower house of the Ohio General Assembly, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Ohio; the other house of the bicameral legislature being the Ohio Senate....
from January 1999 to September 2000.
Kevin L. Boyce (born ca. 1971) is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
politician of the Democratic Party
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
, from 2009-2010 the 47th Ohio State Treasurer
Ohio State Treasurer
-List of Ohio State Treasurers:...
.
Career
Prior to holding political office, Boyce was the executive director of the KnowledgeWorks Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes college access for high school students. He was also the executive director of the Ohio Legislative Black CaucusOhio Legislative Black Caucus
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, formally known as the Black Elected Democrats of Ohio , is an American political organization composed of African Americans elected to the Ohio General Assembly.-Purpose:...
from 1997 to 1999. He managed Charleta B. Tavares' unsuccessful campaign for Ohio Secretary of State 1998. He was Chief of Staff for the minority caucus of the Ohio House of Representatives
Ohio House of Representatives
The Ohio House of Representatives is the lower house of the Ohio General Assembly, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Ohio; the other house of the bicameral legislature being the Ohio Senate....
from January 1999 to September 2000.
On September 11, 2000, he was appointed to the Columbus, Ohio City Council. He was elected to one of three open Council seats in the November 6, 2001 election and won another four-year Council term on November 8, 2005. On the Council, Boyce ultimately served as President Pro Tem and Chairman of the Finance and Zoning Committees.
On December 23, 2008, Democratic Governor Ted Strickland
Ted Strickland
Theodore "Ted" Strickland was the 68th Governor of Ohio, serving from 2007 to 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served in the United States House of Representatives, representing ....
announced Boyce's appointment as Ohio State Treasurer
Ohio State Treasurer
-List of Ohio State Treasurers:...
, to replac Richard Cordray
Richard Cordray
Richard Cordray is an American politician of the Democratic Party who last served as the Attorney General of Ohio. He has been chosen to run the enforcement division of the United States Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which officially began operating in July 2011...
, who left office in November 2008 to become Ohio Attorney General
Ohio Attorney General
The Ohio Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Ohio in the United States. The office is filled by general election, held every four years. The Ohio Attorney General is Mike DeWine.-History:...
. On January 8, 2009 Boyce was sworn into office, becoming the first African-American Democrat to hold a statewide, non-judicial office in Ohio. Boyce ran for the Treasurer's position for the first time during the 2010 midterm elections against Republican challenger Josh Mandel
Josh Mandel (politician)
Josh Mandel is the current Ohio State Treasurer. Mandel previously served as a Republican member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He has set up a U.S...
. Boyce lost the election with 40.2% of the vote.
Controversies
In July 2009, the Dayton Daily NewsDayton Daily News
The Dayton Daily News is a daily newspaper published in Dayton, Ohio. It is owned by Cox Enterprises. In the 2010 Associated Press Society of Ohio newspaper competition that takes place every year, DaytonDailyNews.com was named "the best large-newspaper web site in Ohio".-History:On August 15,...
published an article alleging that Boyce had spent $32,469 on promotional items with his name on them. Despite Boyce's arguments that such practices were common for political officeholders and that he had spent 30% less than did his predecessor on such items, Boyce's Republican opponent in the 2010 campaign, state Rep. Josh Mandel
Josh Mandel (politician)
Josh Mandel is the current Ohio State Treasurer. Mandel previously served as a Republican member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He has set up a U.S...
, charged that the expenditures were inappropriate given the state's budget difficulties. Boyce also was criticized for hiring Democratic
Democratic Party (United States)
The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's socially liberal and progressive platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous...
party operatives for several positions within his office.
Boyce was further questioned for awarding a $160,000 per year contract to Key Bank
Key Bank
KeyBank is a regional bank headquartered in Key Tower within Cleveland, Ohio's Public Square. , it is the 19th largest bank in the United States based on total deposits...
for processing the state's checks. While Ohio had previously processed its own checks for 100 years, Boyce expected that the new contract would save approximately $83,000 per year through increased interest earnings. The contract was awarded in a competitive bid process, but critics questioned it because two Key Bank lobbyists held a $500 per ticket fundraiser for Boyce one week after the contract was awarded.
Personal
Boyce graduated from Columbus East High SchoolColumbus East High School
Columbus East High School is one of two high schools in Columbus, Indiana. It was founded in 1972 due to the growing educational demands of the community. As the population of the community rose, Columbus High School could not support all school age students...
in 1990. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both...
degree in political science
Political science
Political Science is a social science discipline concerned with the study of the state, government and politics. Aristotle defined it as the study of the state. It deals extensively with the theory and practice of politics, and the analysis of political systems and political behavior...
from the University of Toledo
University of Toledo
The University of Toledo is a public university in Toledo, Ohio, United States. The Carnegie Foundation classified the university as "Doctoral/Research Extensive."-National recognition:...
in 1995 and a Master of Public Administration
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration is a professional post-graduate degree in Public Administration. The MPA program prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state/provincial, and federal/national government, and increasingly in nongovernmental organization and...
degree from Central Michigan University
Central Michigan University
Central Michigan University is a public research university located in Mount Pleasant in the U.S. state of Michigan...
in 2004. He is married to Crystal Boyce, has two sons and a goddaughter.
Recognition
The National Council of Negro WomenNational Council of Negro Women
The National Council of Negro Women is a non-profit organization with the mission to advance the opportunities and the quality of life for African American women, their families and communities. NCNW fulfills this mission through research, advocacy, national and community based services and...
presented Boyce its Community Service Plaque in May 2004. He was honored by the Phi Beta Sigma
Phi Beta Sigma
Phi Beta Sigma is a predominantly African-American fraternity which was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C. on January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. The founders A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I...
Fraternity and Leadership, At Its Best, LLC. as an outstanding role model for young men in November 2004.