HoCo By Design Environment Strategic Advisory Meeting
HoCo By Design Environment Strategic Advisory Meeting
HoCo By Design Environment Strategic Advisory Meeting
HoCo By Design Environment Strategic Advisory Meeting
Police investigating non-fatal shooting in Columbia
One adult male victim is listed in critical condition.
Howard County Launches Fallen Heroes Tribute Initiative for Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, Howard County will launch a new initiative to highlight veterans and military families on the County's newly redesigned website.
Police ID victim in May 30 non-fatal shooting in Columbia
The victim remains in critical condition.
Ethics Commission
Howard County Public Works to Begin Maintenance Work to Extend Lifespan of County Roads
A Howard County road maintenance project using a “chip seal” process to extend the lifespan of nearly 22 miles of the County’s roads out west by seven to 10 years, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, June 14th. Signs will be posted to alert motorists and cyclists of the project and to urge caution when traveling through the project area as loose gravel and unmarked pavement can be expected until the work is complete. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by early August.
Board of Appeals
Haviland Mill Park Parking Lot to Close for Trail Construction Project
Beginning on or about Monday, June 7th, the County’s Department of Recreation & Parks will close the parking lot at Haviland Mill Park in Clarksville to allow for work to begin on the loop trail. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed in late fall, early winter 2021.
Pirch Way Stream Stabilization Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to stabilize the stream banks along approximately 200 linear feet of an unnamed tributary to Deep Run in Elkridge, is scheduled to begin on or about Wednesday, June 9th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late September 2021.
Walktober 2021
Howard County Receives a Record 27 National Association of County Awards
Including Best in Category Award for Ellicott City Watershed Master Plan
Multimodal Transportation Board July Meeting
Howard County to Host Public Meeting on Ellicott City Safe and Sound Progress
Howard County Government will be hosting a public meeting on Ellicott City flood mitigation projects on Monday, August 2nd from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Snowden River Parkway Sidewalk Extension Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to install a temporary asphalt sidewalk between 9325 Snowden River Parkway and Berger Road, connecting to an existing sidewalk along Snowden River Parkway, in Columbia. Signs will be posted in the area to direct traffic as the right lane of eastbound Snowden River Parkway will be closed at the site, as needed, during construction hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Ellicott City Traffic Circle Patching Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to mill and resurface the roadway at the Homewood Road, Folly Quarter Road and Sheppard Lane traffic circle in Ellicott City. During the project, the roundabout will be closed and traffic will follow a clearly marked detour using Sheppard Lane and MD 108.
Howard County Secures Land for Elementary School in Turf Valley
Today, County Executive Calvin Ball announced the acquisition of land for the future elementary school site in the Turf Valley development.
Howard County is First Maryland Jurisdiction With 80% of Eligible Residents Fully Vaccinated
Today, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced that 80% of eligible Howard County residents are fully vaccinated according to the Maryland Department of Health, becoming the first county in the state to achieve this metric.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Seeks Applicants for Historic Preservation Commission
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is currently seeking applicants interested in serving on the Historic Preservation Commission. Application deadline is Friday, August 13th.
Public Spaces Commission - August
Howard County Announces 2021 “Community Sports Hall of Fame” Induction Class
Howard County Recreation & Parks unveils the name of the six newest inductees of its Howard County Community Sports Hall of Fame.
Police ask for information in unsolved murder of mother and baby one year ago
On the anniversary of the death of Rabiah Ahmad, investigators offer reward up to $30,000.
Howard County Government Buildings Reopen to Public
Howard County Government buildings are now fully reopened to the public. Face coverings should be worn by anyone who is not vaccinated, and six-foot physical distancing is still encouraged. Some County buildings and facilities, such as the 50+ Centers or Detention Center, may have stronger requirements for employees and visitors based on their specific use.