Category: Summit County

Summit County’s COVID-19 Mass Vaccine Site to Open on April 3

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—On Saturday, April 3, Summit County Public Health will open the state-sponsored COVID-19 mass vaccination site at the Summit County Fairgrounds in...

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Eligibility Expanded; Traditional Unemployment Recipients To Begin Receiving $300 Payments

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO— The U.S. Department of Labor recently issued guidance expanding eligibility for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA). PUA supports self-employed individuals, independent contractors,...

Akron-Summit Council on Holocaust & Genocide Education Host the Akron-Summit Holocaust Commemoration and Awards Ceremony

Click here for more information The Akron-Summit Council on Holocaust & Genocide Education will hold their 33rd annual Akron-Summit Holocaust Commemoration and Awards Ceremony virtually...

County Executive Supports Local Entrepreneurs Looking to Sharpen Skills

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Despite the challenges posed by an unprecedented global pandemic and economic downturn in 2020, 30 Summit County entrepreneurs were able to spend...

County Executive and Health Commissioner Extend Stay at Home Advisory

Click here for the COVID-19 Stay at Home Health Advisory SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—On January 29, 2021, Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and Summit County Health Commissioner...

SCPH and EMA to hold COVID-19 vaccine Q & A session

On Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 4 p.m., Summit County Public Health (SCPH) and Summit County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will host a virtual...

County Executive and Council Recognize Black History Month

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—On Monday, January 25, 2021, Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and County Council passed a resolution declaring February as Black History Month....

Summit County and Direction Home Collaborating to Serve Older Adults Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—In response to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Summit County and Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities are working...

Executive Shapiro warns of fraudulent unemployment claims and identity theft

SUMMIT COUNTY, OH—Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro is warning residents to be aware of fraud activity related to pandemic unemployment claims. In recent weeks,...

Summit County to Receive Portion of State- Allocated COVID-19 Vaccines for Phase 1B Distribution

SUMMIT COUNTY, OH—On January 19th, 2021, vaccination Phase 1B distribution for individuals age 80+ will begin, in accordance with Governor DeWine’s distribution timeline and...

Summit County Hiring Part-Time CDL Drivers

Summit County is seeking multiple part-time Snow and Ice Control Specialists to serve as temporary reserve drivers in the event of staff shortages due...

Holiday guidance from the Ohio Department of Health

No matter what holiday you are celebrating, make sure you do it safely. Safely Celebrate the Holidays Source: Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro Facebook

Summit County Issues Firewood Buying Guidelines as Winter Approaches

Fiscal officer reminds consumers of cord measurements, invoice requirements and prohibited sales terms Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen Scalise is reminding residents to verify...

Summit County Holiday Giving Programs Spotlight Meals, Toys, and Homeless Outreach

Shapiro highlights nonprofits helping seniors, kids, and those overcoming homelessness SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio – Let’s build an article around the focus keyword “Summit County holiday giving...

County of Summit ADM Board Expresses Gratitude to Community for Passage of Issue 1

SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio — The Summit County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services (ADM) Board, along with its Board of Directors, ADM Support...

Summit County Election Results: New Faces on Macedonia Council, School Board Races and More Decided Across Region

Voters approve tax levies, elect council members and trustees throughout Summit County; unofficial results Voters across Summit County made their voices heard Tuesday, with races...

Summit County Approves Emergency Food Aid Amid SNAP Funding Shortfall

Federal benefit gap leaves thousands of local families facing food insecurity Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and County Council approved emergency legislation Oct. 27 authorizing...