MD 103 Water Main Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to relocate an existing water main along northbound MD 103.
Port Capital Drive Extension Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to provide roadway access to the future Waterloo Fire Station at 7645 Port Capital Drive in Elkridge, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, March 15th.
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Applicants for Human Trafficking Prevention Coordination Council
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is currently seeking applicants, specifically those representing faith communities, interested in serving on the County’s Human Trafficking Prevention Coordination Council (HTPCC).
Columbia Among Top 10 Happiest Cities in America per WalletHub
Columbia was recently recognized as the eighth Happiest Cities in America by WalletHub, the personal finance outlet. WalletHub analyzed more than 180 of the Country’s largest cities across 31 indicators of happiness – including depression rates, income growth, and leisure time.
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Applicants for Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is currently seeking applicants interested in serving on the Howard County Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board as a member and as an alternate. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 9th.
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Public Meeting on Bonnie Branch Phase II Stream Stabilization Project
Howard County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) will hold a virtual public meeting on Thursday, April 8th starting at 6:00 p.m., to discuss plans for an Ellicott City stream stabilization project.
Howard County Executive Statement on Spa Shootings in Atlanta Area
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball released the following statement on the shootings yesterday in Atlanta targeting Asian-Americans.
Howard County Will Follow Governor’s Expanded Vaccine Eligibility
Today, Howard County announced it will follow the expanded eligibility for vaccination laid out by Governor Hogan.
Howard County Executive Ball Visits Mobile Vaccine Clinic
Today, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball visited the mobile vaccine clinic at St. John Baptist Church in Columbia.
Howard County Executive Terminates Department of Corrections Contract with ICE
Today, County Executive Calvin Ball announced that the Howard County Department of Corrections gave notice on Friday, March 19, of its intent to terminate the contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency.
Howard County Announces New Lightning Alert System for Public Parks
Howard County’s Department of Recreation & Parks has installed a new outdoor lightning alert system within six of the county’s eight regional parks.
Howard County Executive Statement on Anticipated Mass Vaccination Site
Supporting vaccination efforts.
Howard County Announces Implementation of Body Worn Cameras in Fiscal Year 2022
Today, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced the implementation of a body worn camera program will be included in his Fiscal Year 2022 (FY 2022) operating budget.
Navigating the Landlord-Tenant Relationship Forum
Hosted by the Consumer Protection Advisory Board, a Virtual Educational Opportunity for Tenants and Landlords, held via Webex.
Humanity Matters: Honest Dialogues About Race, Culture, and Class
Join the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity for an interactive, four-session workshop series that explores the impact of race, culture, and class in Howard County.
In this award winning series participants will learn to authentically interact with people from different races and cultures through the sharing of dialogue, historical and socio-economic data, and effective communication skills with the intention of creating a more inclusive and supportive community.
Session Dates : Online or In-Person Option
Firefighters Battle 1 Alarm Fire That Displaces Several Residents in Howard County
Sykesville house fire in Howard County displaces one family (four occupants and one dog).
Continuation of Lincoln Drive, Cedar Villa Heights Park Drainage Improvement Project
The second phase of a two-phase Howard County construction project to improve stormwater drainage between Lincoln Drive and Wye Avenue in Jessup, is scheduled to begin on or about Wednesday, September 29th. The project was originally expected to begin in June; however, it was delayed. Weather permitting, this phase of the project is expected to be completed by late January 2022.
Public meeting - Proposed bicycle facilities for Guilford Rd, Gerwig Ln and Patuxent Woods Dr
A virtual public meeting on November 10 from 7-8pm.
Howard County Executive Announces American Rescue Plan Early Funding, Asks for Community Feedback
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today launched a community engagement plan, including a community survey, seeking feedback from residents and businesses on how to utilize American Rescue Plan (ARP) federal funding.
Sixth Annual Honor and Remembrance Ceremony to Be Held in Garden of Valor
The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services will host its annual remembrance event at Crest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
Movie Night - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Rated PG (Drive-In)
Howard County Recreation & Parks
Movie Night - Cruella (CANCELLED)
Howard County Recreation & Parks
Ethics Commission (CANCELLED)
A meeting of the Ethics Commission.
Planning & Zoning Rules of Procedure Public Hearing - November 1, 2021
Regarding proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedures (ROPs) for Administrative Adjustments, Nonconforming Use Confirmations and Temporary Uses Relating to Hybrid and Virtual Hearings and Other Procedures.
Police searching for suspect in Ellicott City double homicide
Police believe the suspect is at-large and armed and dangerous.