Summit County Fiscal Office

Time is running out for Summit County dog owners to purchase 2016 licenses for their pets. Ohio law requires all dog licenses to be renewed by January 31, 2016. The cost for a single year license is $18.00, a three-year license is $54.00 and a permanent license is $180.00. Citizens who fail to meet the January 31, 2016 deadline, will be required to pay the statutory late fee of $18.00.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that first half 2015 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Thursday, January 14, 2016.

Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds taxpayers that the Board of Revision will be accepting complaints against the valuation of their real estate beginning January 1, 2016. The deadline to file a complaint form (DTE 1) is March 31, 2016.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is pleased to announce that the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the County of Summit by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced a third billing for parcels that have delinquent taxes. The tax bills will be mailed beginning Tuesday, October 20, 2015 as a courtesy to our taxpayers.

Summit County Probate Court Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE and Clerk of Courts Daniel M. Horrigan invite citizens to attend Your Family Matters: Options to Protect Your Heirs and Assets at 6:30 p.m. on October 20, 2015 at Northwest Branch Library, 1720 Shatto Ave., Akron.

Summit County Probate Court Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE and Clerk of Courts Daniel M. Horrigan invite citizens to attend one of two upcoming sessions of Your Family Matters: Options to Protect Your Heirs and Assets:

Summit County Probate Court Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE and Clerk of Courts Daniel M. Horrigan invite citizens to attend a session of Your Family Matters: Options to Protect Your Heirs and Assets at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at Ellet Branch Library, 2470 E. Market St., Akron.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is pleased to announce that the County of Summit has qualified for the Auditor of State Award with Distinction. The award is given to the top 5% of local governments that have demonstrated exemplary financial reporting and serve as a standard for accountable government.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that second half 2014 real estate taxes are due on Friday, July 17, 2015, with the exception of military personnel. Property taxes are deferred for military reservists who are on active duty. Applications can be obtained by calling (330)643-2641 or visiting our Military Assistance.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that real estate tax relief will be available to property owners who have sustained damage in the wake of the recent storm. Fiscal Officer Scalise’s office is taking the necessary steps to provide property owners the ability to file an Application for Valuation Deduction for Destroyed or Damaged Property (Form DTE 26), pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §319.38.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that second half 2014 real estate tax bills will be mailed starting Monday, June 8, 2015.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds homeowners that the deadline for filing an application for the Owner-Occupancy Tax Reduction and Homestead Exemption for tax year 2014 is Monday, June 1, 2015. These property tax reductions provide a significant savings to property owners in Summit County.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is pleased to announce that she will return $4,644,900 in tax dollars to local taxing authorities. School districts are the major benefactor of the refund, receiving a total of $2,986,840.99. The money is a credit of the Real Estate Assessment Fund and will be distributed in early May.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds property owners that the deadline to file a complaint form (DTE-1) against the valuation of real property is Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that the homestead exemption is available to provide property tax relief to those who qualify. The homestead exemption is a valuable tax reduction offering Summit County homeowners an average savings of $535 per year. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 1, 2015.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that first half 2014 real estate taxes are due on Friday, February 20, 2015, with the exception of military personnel. Property taxes are deferred for military reservists who are on active duty. Applications can be obtained by calling (330)643-2641 or visiting our Military Assistance tax program.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds dog owners that the statutory deadline to purchase a 2015 dog license is Saturday, January 31, 2015. Since the deadline falls on a weekend, dog owners may purchase a license without penalty through Monday, February 2, 2015. Citizens who fail to renew their dog license by the deadline will be required to pay an $18 late fee.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that first half 2014 real estate tax bills will be mailed starting Friday, January 16, 2015.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has earned the Distinguished County Auditor Award from the County Auditor’s Association of Ohio (CAAO). The award recognizes County Auditors and Fiscal Officers who, during their term, have completed more than 100 hours of continued education. Fiscal Officer Scalise has completed 131 hours.