At the February 10, 2026 Regular Trustee Meeting, the Board of Trustees celebrated Black History Month by recognizing Gwen McFarlin for her many years of service to her community.
McFarlin made history in 1995 when she became the first African American elected to the Springfield Township Board of Trustees. She became the first African American woman to serve as Chair of the Hamilton County Democratic Party in 2018, and in 2019 became the first African American to serve as Chair of the of Hamilton County Board of Elections.
McFarlin continues to be a leader in the community and Springfield Township is honored to celebrate her legacy.