The County of Leon is a local government entity that provides a wide range of public services to the residents of Leon County, Florida. The county's services include law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical services, public works, parks and recreation, and many others. The county is governed by a board of commissioners, which is responsible for setting policy and overseeing the county's operations. Leon County was founded in 1824 and is headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida.