Summit County Fiscal Office

Contact: Caroline Licata

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AKRON, OHIO, March 17, 2023 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds taxpayers that the deadline to file a complaint against the valuation of real property is Friday, March 31, 2023.

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AKRON, OHIO – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that the Fiscal Office will observe Weights and Measures Week on March 1-7, 2023. This week acknowledges the public servants who work vigorously to protect us as consumers and commemorates the first United States weights and measures law signed by John Adams on March 2, 1799. It is sponsored by the National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM).

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AKRON, OHIO, January 23, 2023 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds dog owners that the last day to purchase a 2023 Summit County dog license is Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Ohio Revised Code requires residents who own, keep, or harbor a dog more than three months of age to purchase and maintain a current dog license.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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AKRON, OHIO, January 17, 2023 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that first half 2022 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Property owners are encouraged to take advantage of our online and phone payment system and utilize the e-check payment option, which requires a flat rate service fee of $1.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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AKRON, OHIO – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is reminding consumers as cooler weather approaches, they should be alert when purchasing firewood. Fiscal Officer Scalise’s Weights & Measures inspectors enforce Ohio laws that protect consumers when they buy firewood.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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AKRON, OHIO, December 27, 2022 – Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds property owners that the Board of Revision will accept complaints against the valuation of real estate beginning Sunday, January 1, 2023. The deadline to file a complaint form (Form DTE 1) is Friday, March 31, 2023.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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AKRON, OHIO – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind Summit County residents that dog licenses will be available for purchase beginning December 1, 2022, through January 31, 2023. The cost for a single-year license is $18, a three-year license is $54, and a permanent license is $180. If a lost dog is brought to Summit County Animal Control wearing a license tag, staff can find the owner quickly and reunite the family and pet. If a citizen finds a lost dog and it is wearing a license tag, they can go to “Kristen’s Kanine Search” on the County website at https://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net/index.php/dog-licensing/dog-search and type in the license number and find the dog’s owner information.

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AKRON, OHIO, September 30, 2022 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is searching for owners of over $2.2 million in county unclaimed funds. The Fiscal Office will begin sending out Unclaimed Funds Applications to Summit County residents in an effort to help residents claim money that is rightfully theirs.

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AKRON, OHIO, September 19, 2022 - – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced a third billing for parcels with delinquent taxes. The third billing will be mailed beginning Monday, September 19, 2022.

Closing date for payment will be Wednesday, October 26, 2022. Failure to pay by the due date may result in publishing the taxpayer’s name in a newspaper publication as required by law.

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AKRON, OHIO - – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that second half 2021 real estate taxes are due on Friday, July 22, 2022, 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 website at http://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net.

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Akron, Ohio, June 9, 2022 - Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that second half 2021 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Friday, June 10, 2022.

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Akron, Ohio, May 3, 2022 - 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 of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR). 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.

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Akron, Ohio, - Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE reminds property owners that the Board of Revision will accept complaints against the valuation of real estate beginning Saturday, January 1, 2022. The deadline to file a complaint form (Form DTE 1) is Thursday, March 31, 2022.

Property owners who do not agree with the county valuation of their real estate have the opportunity to file a complaint with the Board of Revision. When a complaint is filed, the Board of Revision will hold a hearing, consider testimony or evidence provided, and issue a decision on whether an adjustment should be made to the property valuation. (The board does not hear complaints regarding real estate taxes). Until further notice, all hearings shall be held remotely via Zoom.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, - Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE is reminding consumers as cooler weather approaches, they should be alert when purchasing firewood. Fiscal Officer Scalise’s Weights & Measures inspectors enforce Ohio laws that protect consumers when they buy firewood.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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(330) 643-8472

Akron, Ohio, - Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind Summit County residents that dog licenses will be available for purchase beginning December 1, 2021, through January 31, 2022. The cost for a single-year license is $18, a three-year license is $54, and a permanent license is $180. If a lost dog is brought to Summit County Animal Control wearing a license tag, staff can find the owner quickly and reunite the family and pet. If a citizen finds a lost dog and it is wearing a license tag, they can go to “Kristen’s Kanine Search” on the County website at https://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net/index.php/dog-licensing/dog-search and type in the license number and find the dog’s owner information.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, September 20, 2021 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced a third billing for parcels with delinquent taxes. The third billing will be mailed beginning Monday, September 20, 2021.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, September 7, 2021 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to announce the passage of Senate Bill 4, which expands the definition of a “designated public service worker” under the Ohio Revised Code to include emergency service telecommunicators, certain Ohio National Guard members, protective service workers, forensic mental health providers, mental health evaluation providers, and regional psychiatric hospital employees. These individuals’ residential and familial information is now exempt from disclosure under the Public Records Law. The new law went into effect on September 7, 2021.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, July 23, 2021 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind manufactured home owners that second half 2021 real estate taxes are due on Saturday, July 31, 2021. The Fiscal Office will temporarily open to accept in-person payments on July 30th and August 2nd at its Services Division, 1030 E. Tallmadge Ave., Akron, OH 44310.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, June 4, 2021 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE would like to remind property owners that second half 2020 real estate taxes are due on Friday, July 23, 2021, 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 website at http://fiscaloffice.summitoh.net.

Contact: Caroline Licata

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Akron, Ohio, June 4, 2021 – Summit County Fiscal Officer Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE has announced that second half 2020 real estate tax bills will be mailed beginning Monday, June 7, 2021. Taxpayers should be advised that the United States Post Office is currently experiencing large volumes of mail and frequent delays, which may impact tax bill and payment deliveries. Property owners are encouraged to take advantage of our online and phone payment system and utilize the e-check payment option, which requires a flat rate service fee of $1.