Category: Summit County

Summit County celebrates Black History Month

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and County Council passed legislation declaring February 2025 to be Black History Month in Summit County. Residents...

County Executive Shapiro encourages residents to find their valentines at Animal Control

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—We all know people can be a lot to handle, so it’s no surprise when you hear that someone prefers dogs over...

CITY OF AKRON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CHARGES: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR TAXPAYERS

Akron, Ohio — Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE, would like to remind  taxpayers that special assessment charges are certified on...

TAX BILL INCREASES IN SUMMIT COUNTY: WHAT RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW

Akron, Ohio — Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE, has announced that  the first half of 2024 real estate tax bills...

FISCAL OFFICER SCALISE REMINDS DOG OWNERS TO PURCHASE NEW LICENSE BY JANUARY 31, 2025

Akron, Ohio – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE, reminds dog owners that  the last day to purchase a 2025 Summit...

FIRST HALF 2024 REAL ESTATE TAX BILLS IN THE MAIL, DUE FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Akron, Ohio — Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE, has announced that  the first half of 2024 real estate tax bills...

County Executive Shapiro announces ‘Wagging in a Winter Wonderland’ adoption event

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Whether you’re heading out to the sledding hill or taking a wintry walk through  your neighborhood, wouldn’t it be more fun with...

County Executive highlights Recovery Friendly Workplaces, fresh start in the new year

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—County Executive Shapiro urges residents looking to start both their  career path and life path with a fresh start to seek out...

FISCAL OFFICER SCALISE ANNOUNCES NEW ASSISTANT CHIEF OF STAFF AND DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL

Akron, Ohio – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE, has announced two  promotions within her office, effective January 1, 2025. Joe...

COMPLAINTS AGAINST THE VALUATION OF REAL ESTATE ACCEPTED JANUARY 1 THROUGH MARCH 31

Akron, Ohio – Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE, reminds property owners that the  Board of Revision will accept complaints against the valuation...

REAL ESTATE TAX RELIEF AVAILABLE TO VICTIMS OF THE RECENT STORM

Akron, Ohio – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE, has announced that  real estate tax relief is available to residents who...

Morty’s Munchies and Fluff & Tuff bring holiday cheer to Animal Control pups

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Two organizations brought a big dose of the holiday spirit to the pups of Summit County Animal Control this year. Morty’s Munchies...

County Executive encourages teens to apply for Summer Youth Employment Program

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO — Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and her Department of Job and Family Services (DJFS) are excited to announce the return...

County Executive Shapiro announces “Rainy Days & Rescue Strays!”

SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—April Showers bring May Flowers…and maybe even a furry friend to keep you company through these rainy spring days! No matter what...

Senior Summit 2026 Announces New Midweek Expo

Summit County, OH, April 2026—The Senior Summit Steering Committee announces a new chapter for the 2026 Senior Summit Conference and Expo, including a new...

Home Weatherization Assistance available to income-qualified residents countywide

Summit County offers help with lowering energy costs, including insulation, air sealing, furnace repair/replacement, and hot water tank repair/replacement, countywide through the Home Weatherization...

Public Safety Announcement: Sheriff Fatheree, Fraud Prevention, and National Scam Awareness

AKRON, Ohio – Summit County Sheriff Kandy Fatheree is partnering with the National Sheriffs’ Association to lead a high-priority effort centered on fraud prevention...