Summit County Sheriff’s Office to replace aging patrol cars under proposed $100 million budget

Summit County Sheriff’s Office to replace aging patrol cars under proposed $100 million budget

Summit County staff have proposed a budget of $100 million for the 2026 fiscal year, with the Sheriff’s Office slated to receive a good chunk of additional funding for fleet vehicle upgrades and Search and Rescue improvements. The recommended budget, which is 11% larger compared to its 2025 counterpart, would add approximately $9.6 million to fund county operations. A bulk of the increase — around $4.5 million — is earmarked for road and bridge …