County of Summit

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From the website:The Development Finance Authority of Summit County specializes in community and economic development finance, primarily focused on Northeast Ohio, by assisting others in obtaining capital that otherwise might not be available through the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt revenue bonds and tax credits for projects.

The Summit County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement services. The office operates through administration, operations and corrections divisions. It maintains and develops educational programs that enhance the overall operation of the office. The operations division is responsible for answering complaints from the public and verifying and following through with investigations of illegal drug activities. The division coordinates investigations with other county agencies. Its administrative division offers personnel, finance, community relations, legal affairs and internal audit services. The Summit County Sheriff's Office also maintains a registered sex offenders list.