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Commissioner Akin Akinyemi has
been a member of the Leon County community for over 20 years.
He
is a graduate of Florida A&M University’s
School of Architecture, and currently
serves as President/CEO of Akin & Associates Architects, Inc., a
local Architecture and Design firm. In addition to his
Master’s degree in Architecture, he also holds Bachelor’s degrees in
both Environmental Design and Housing Development.
Commissioner Akinyemi believes that we are truly fortunate to live
among people who demonstrate a spirit of community and a desire to
make our County a better place to live. His election to the
County Commission At-Large seat affords him the opportunity to serve
all citizens of our great County.
His
top priorities include:
Environmental Stewardship:
The state of the environment has become a primary concern for many
Leon County residents and the time has come to figure out how to
best care for it, recognize its intrinsic value, and how important
it is to our continued well being and prosperity.
Accountable and Accessible Government:
Commissioner Akinyemi believes in a government that is accountable,
accessible, ethical, and works for the greater good of all the
citizens of Leon County. He believes in celebrating diversity and
striving for the equality of all.
Economic and Community Development:
The health of our County depends on sustainable growth.
Commissioner Akinyemi believes that economic growth expands
opportunities for everyone. The County Commission must balance the
budget, generate economic growth and make prosperity achievable for
everyone in order to help residents keep jobs and love where they
live.
He and his wife of 15 years, Elvira, and
their two children are proud to call Leon County home.
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