How is the amount of dues payable to NEFCO determined?
The amount of dues are recommended to the General Policy Board by NEFCO’s Budget Committee based on information supplied to the Committee by NEFCO’s Executive Director.
FAQ Topic: General FAQ
Which governments in the region pay dues to NEFCO?
The dues-paying governments in the NEFCO region are its four counties, Portage, Stark, Summit and Wayne, and the largest city in each of those counties: Akron, Canton, Kent and Wooster.
What is an Opportunity Zone and are there any in my area?
Qualified opportunity zones were created by the federal 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and designed to spur economic development by bringing private investment to areas that might otherwise have difficulty attracting it. To access the Opportunity Zone Tool visit: Opportunity Zones
Does NEFCO have a low interest loan program?
Not at this time.
Does NEFCO have grant money for my project?
NEFCO does not distribute grant funding. NEFCO can provide technical assistance in certain situations.
What is Intergovernmental Review (IGR)?
NEFCO is a designated Areawide Clearinghouse for Intergovernmental Review. NEFCO performs this review on behalf of Summit County. Organizations required to undergo this process as part of their request for federal and state funds may submit their proposal information to NEFCO to initiate a review. Only activities affecting Summit County communities are processed for intergovernmental … Continued
Is NEFCO hiring?
Not at this time. Please check back often.
Does NEFCO have demographic information for the region?
A good place to start is StatsAmerica which is a portal to U.S. Data supported by the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The U.S. Census Bureau is the most comprehensive website for data.
What is a Council of Governments (COG)?
Councils of governments are governing bodies of any two or more counties, municipal corporations, townships, special districts, school districts, or other political subdivisions may enter into an agreement with each other, or with the governing bodies of any counties, municipal corporations, townships, special districts, school districts or other political subdivisions of any other state to … Continued
Where is NEFCO located?
175 S. Main Street, Suite 211, Akron, Ohio 44308