Summit County Fiscal Office

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that second half 2015 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Thursday, June 9, 2016.

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 2015 is Monday, June 6, 2016. These property tax reductions provide a significant savings to property owners in Summit County.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE, Probate Court Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, and Clerk of Courts Sandra Kurt invite citizens to attend a session of Your Family Matters: Options to Protect Your Heirs and Assets at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Macedonia Senior Center, 9691 Valley View Rd., Macedonia, Ohio 44056.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE, Probate Court Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer, and Clerk of Courts Sandra Kurt invite citizens to attend a session of Your Family Matters: Options to Protect Your Heirs and Assets at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Faith Lutheran Church, 2726 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44333.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that the veteran identification card will be available to military veterans at participating venues throughout Summit County. The card is similar in size and shape to a driver’s license and can conveniently serve in place of the military discharge form DD214. Renewal cards will be available to those who hold a card expiring in 2017.

Free community program helps citizens plan for the future, kicks-off another season at Main Library on April 6

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that on March 23, 2016 the homestead exemption will expand its eligibility requirements for military veterans. Amended Senate Bill 10, 131st General Assembly has added a provision that will allow veterans to qualify based on their rating for individual unemployment (also referred to as “IU”). Previously, veterans were qualified based only on a total (100%) disability rating. This will provide the opportunity for hundreds of additional military veterans in Summit County to enroll in the homestead exemption.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds taxpayers the deadline to file a complaint form (DTE-1) against the valuation of real property is Thursday, March 31, 2016.

Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that first half 2015 real estate taxes are due on Friday, February 19, 2016, 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 Military Assistance.

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.