A resource made for, by and with County Facility Directors, County Administrators, and County Commissioners. County FIRM is the “easy button” when it comes to County facility planning, development, maintenance, and project execution.
Meet the commissioners, executives, and council members leading Ohio’s 88 counties and working to build a stronger Ohio.
The Commissioners Handbook is your resource for understanding the basics of the roles, responsibilities, and powers that come with a position of leadership in county government.
CCAO Members, along with the policy team, work to advance issues important to counties in front of both the General Assembly and the Executive Branch.
Explore our programs including liability coverage through CORSA, employee benefits through CEBCO, retirement plans with OCERP, and more.
Grant programs run by the state or federal government are a vital way for counties to supplement their budgets for specific purposes. CCAO keeps a dedicated page for counties to learn about ongoing opportunities to bring funding to their communities.
In the world of building management, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are crucial for maintaining a comfortable and energy-efficient environment. HVAC controls, the systems that manage these functions, can be either open (non-proprietary) or proprietary. Proprietary HVAC controls are systems designed by a
As a facilities manager, one of your key responsibilities is to ensure that the buildings you oversee are running efficiently and cost-effectively. One of the most impactful upgrades you can make in this regard is switching to LED lighting. Here are the primary benefits of
Energy Conservation Measures or “ECM’s” are defined in Ohio legislation as an installation or modification of an installation in, or remodeling of, an existing building, to reduce energy consumption. This includes, but is not limited to, HVAC upgrades, building automation controls, lighting upgrades, and energy
County-owned facility projects encompass a range of crucial infrastructure needs, from HVAC and electrical to plumbing, roofing, lighting, and beyond. These projects are vital for maintaining the functionality, safety, and efficiency of public buildings. However, ensuring the success of such projects requires careful consideration in
