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  • Find Parks Near Me Find out where to start exploring 20 outstanding natural area parks with more than 230 miles of trails and over 28,700 acres of land in seven central Ohio counties.
  • Find Domestic Mediation Services Franklin County offers plenty of mediation services, click to learn more about specific programs.
  • Find Information About a Property Search for a property within Franklin County by owner, address, subdivision and more.
  • Find a Veteran's Grave Search for a veteran's grave by last name or download the spreadsheet of locations here.
  • Report Stray Animals or Dog Bites The Franklin County Animal Control Team can help. To file a report, please call 614-525-3400 or click the link to find more options.
  • Find Court Case Information Search current or past Criminal and Civil court case information for some of Franklin County's courts.
  • Get Help With Requesting Child Support Find information you may need to start or receive child support payments from The Child Support Enforcement Agency's website.
  • Apply For a Dog License Apply for a dog license, renew your dog's license, and update your owner information at the Franklin County Auditor's website.
  • Apply For Annexation Learn the technical requirements, necessary forms, and deadlines on annexations from the Office of Economic Development and Planning.
  • Apply For a Building Permit Apply for permits online or in person at the Franklin County Building Department, located at 142 S. Front St, Columbus, Ohio 43215.
  • Apply For a Job Come work for Franklin County - we offer great health benefits, are closed for all federal holidays, and competitive salaries. Find your future career with us.
  • Apply For a Marriage License Learn about the process of getting a marriage license, and apply online at the Franklin County Probate court's website.
  • Apply For a Name Change Click to learn if you qualify, the steps to take and even apply online.
  • Apply For a Passport The Franklin County Clerk of Courts' office can be your one-stop-passport-shop. Click to see details about fees, documentation, and renewals.
  • Apply For Real Estate Tax Programs Franklin County offers a variety of real estate tax reduction programs. Find out what those are, any required forms, and if you qualify.
  • Become a Foster Parent Learn more about how to become a foster parent in Franklin County on the Franklin County Children Services website.
  • Become a County Community Partner Find information on qualifying non-profit details and how to apply for grant funding from the Community Partnership's websites.
  • Become a Registered Voter Become a registered Ohio voter today by applying online on the Franklin County Board of Elections' website.
  • Pay Child Support You can provide your child support payment online (https://childsupport.ohio.gov), by mail, phone or in-person. For more information and instruction, follow the link below.
  • Pay My Sewer Bill For additional resources regarding meter reading, discount programs, and water quality programs, select "SENG Home" on the left-hand toolbar within the Bill Pay Portal.
  • Report Child Abuse or Neglect Call the 24-Hour Child Abuse Hotline at 614-229-7000 or visit a Franklin County Children Services office in-person to report abuse.
  • Report Elder/Adult Abuse or Neglect Submit an online referral with the State of Ohio, call the Adult Protective Services Hotline at 855-644-6277 (855-OHIO-APS) or contact local law enforcement agencies for a police report.
  • Find County Bid Opportunities You can find all open bid opportunities to do business with the county on our Purchasing department's website.
  • Find Community Resources Our community is full of valuable resources, information, and assistance. Click to see what some of our non-profit and local partners have to offer.
  • Find Money the County Owes Me The Unclaimed Funds database keeps track of these funds and can be claimed by those owed. To make a claim or search records click below.
  • Find Victim or Witness Assistance See information about the Victim Witness Assistance Unit on Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney's website.
  • Find Young Parenting Resources The No Kidding Ohio program teaches teens and young adults about the realities of being a young parent while connecting them to resources.
  • Get Help With Registering My Vehicle Schedule an appointment or visit an Auto Title branch to register your vehicle, convert an out-of-state registration, or import a vehicle.
  • Get Help With Child Care Learn about how to apply for child care assistance from the Franklin County's Job & Family Services website.
  • Get Help With Establishing Parentage See detailed information regarding genetic testing, birth certificate requirements and more, including FAQs.
  • Get Help With Knowing My Parental Rights Whether you were ordered to pay child support or are the one requesting it, you have rights. Find out what they are and how to use them here.
  • Get Help With Understanding Child Support We have resources for establishing paternity, understanding the legal process, and even information for employers. Find resources on Franklin County's Child Support Enforcement Agency's website.
  • Get Help With Caring For My Dog From micro-chipping your dog to public dog parks, The Franklin County Dog Shelter has resources to help you keep your furry friend happy and healthy.
  • Get Help With Food Assistance Submit applications online with the state of Ohio for food, cash, and medical assistance, get program information (SNAP, FAET, and more), and reference the FAQs.
  • Get Help With Starting a Food Business The Franklin County Food Business Portal connects entrepreneurs to the valuable resources and services needed to plan, launch, and grow a business in Columbus and Franklin County.
  • Get Help With Medical Support Find information on Medicaid, Medical Transportation Services, Long-Term Care Services and more on the Job & Family Services website.
  • Get Help With My Mental Health ADAMH provides resources, groups, and hotlines for crisis and support. If you suspect that a loved one is contemplating suicide, there are some things that you should know and discover how you can help.
  • Get Help With Parenting Time Mediation Parents can meet together with a trained Mediator to create a parenting plan as long as they have a case filed with Franklin County CSEA.
  • Get Help With Reentry Services Find everything you may need to get started in your transition from correctional and rehabilitative institutions back into the community.
  • Get Help With Senior Food Assistance Find information on Senior Options Services like same-day home-delivered meals, advocacy resources, and other community-based programs.
  • Get Help With Starting A Small Business The Small & Emerging Business Enterprise Initiative is designed to help small, new business, like you, participate competitively in Franklin County contracts and procurements.
  • Get Help With a Protection Order Learn the various types of Protection Orders, which you may qualify for, and how to file.
  • Become a Dog Parent Are you ready to find your new best friend? No appointments or pre-application are needed to adopt.
  • Become a County Vendor You can learn how to become one of Franklin County's vendors on our Purchasing Department's website and register today.
  • Find My Voter Registration Make sure your voter registration is up to date, and information on your precincts, and polling locations.
  • Find Mental Health Support Groups ADAMH provides resources to find a support group for mental health, addictions, and even groups for children.

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State of the County Report

Career Opportunities

Clerk of Courts

Adopt a Dog

Learn About Child Support

Job & Family Services
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