Governor Statement on Passing of Jerry Hammond

Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement on the death of Jerry Hammond, a past president of the Columbus City Council and long-time community activist.

“This was a man that took care of the community. He cared deeply for the people he served. He gave a voice to those who didn’t have one and a hand to those who needed one. He was what every public servant should aspire to be.”