The Summit County Manager’s Office implements the policies and procedures set forth by the Board of County Commissioners.

The county manager and assistant county managers also manage the annual budget and oversee approximately 500 county full-time and seasonal employees in more than 30 departments. Together, they work to provide quality services, programs and information to Summit County residents and visitors. 

COVID-19 Operations

Summit County is currently restricting public access to the Manager's Office in order to reduce COVID-19 transmission. Manager's Office staff are available via phone and email  from 8am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday for all questions and inquiries, or to make an appointment to speak with someone in person. 

Manager & Assistant Managers

Scott Vargo, County Manager
970-453-3404
Email

Sarah Vaine, Assistant Manager
Health, Safety and Human Services
970-668-4006
Email

Bentley Henderson, Assistant Manager
Community Development, Public Works and Transportation
970-453-3401
Email

Public Affairs

Director of Communications
970-453-3498 
 Email 

Organizational Chart

 
View the Summit County Government Organizational Chart