Historic $25.7 Million Investment for Recreation & Parks in Howard County
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined today by state and local officials to announce a historic $25.7 million investment in state and county funding for parks improvements in Fiscal Year 2023. This brings the total investment in Howard County parks to $56.7 million since 2018, a 50 percent increase over the previous four-year period.
Suicide Prevention Forum
Rabies Vaccination Clinic-May 2022
Police ask for public’s help in locating missing man
Anyone with information should contact police at 410-313-STOP or HCPDCrimeTips@howardcountymd.gov.
Ethics Commission Open Meeting
Howard County Announces Destination Downtown 2022: A One-stop Shop for All Things Arts & Culture in Columbia
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined by representatives from various downtown Columbia organizations and stakeholders to announce Destination Downtown 2022:a one-stop online destination for upcoming festivals, arts programming, concerts, movies, and more.
Howard County Launches New Annual Financial Report to Improve Transparency
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the launch of a new, easy-to-understand report of the county’s financial condition, called the Popular Annual Financial Report, for Fiscal Year 2021. This modified report is shorter and simpler than the fully audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and is intended to provide the public with an overview of the county’s operations, programs and financial condition in an accessible and transparent format.
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Student Member for County’s Human Rights Commission
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is seeking student applicants interested in serving a year one-year term from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 on the Human Rights Commission. The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 22nd.
Bureau of Highways Mayfield Facility Stormwater Management Project to Begin
A Howard County stormwater management construction project at the County’s Bureau of Highways Mayfield facility located at 7551 Mayfield Avenue in Elkridge, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, May 9th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by early September 2022.
Be Aware: Potential for Warm Weather Scams
Tips to prevent falling victim to scams and deception burglaries.
Hyla Brook Road Drainage Improvement Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to improve a failed storm drain system near 10102 and 10106 Hyla Brook Road in the Village of Wilde Lake in Columbia, is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 16th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by early June 2022.
Transformational $1.3 Million Partnership to Close Health Disparity Gaps for Mothers and Babies Launched in Howard County
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined by state officials, the La Alianza Workgroup, African American Community Roundtable, CASA, local health care partners and others to announce a transformational $1.3 million maternal health program.
Police investigating fatal single-vehicle collision in Columbia
One person was killed in the single-vehicle collision.
Public Facilities and Spaces Report Evaluation and Action Commission Established by Howard County Executive Ball
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today signed an Executive Order creating a Public Facilities and Spaces Report Evaluation and Action Commission and named its members.
Nottingham Pond Improvement Project to Begin
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – A Howard County construction project to repair and improve a stormwater management pond located adjacent to 6501 Huntshire Drive in Elkridge, is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 23rd. This project will be completed in two consecutive phases, with Phase One expected to be completed in early August 2022 and Phase Two by early December 2022, weather permitting.
Police investigating fatal collision in Elkridge
One person was pronounced dead at the scene, a second had non-life-threatening injuries.
National Association of Counties Recognizes Howard County with Record 43 Achievement Awards, Most in Maryland
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced on Monday that Howard County has received a record 43 Achievement Awards in 2022 from the National Association of Counties, the leading organization representing county-level government operations.
Hearing and Vision Change: The Emotional Connection
Police and Fire Departments to Reach Historic Staffing Highs in Howard County FY23 Budget
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced historic funding for public safety in his proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget, including an $11 million increase for the Howard County Police Department. Accountability will also be boosted with full implementation of the Body-Worn Camera program and launch of Police Accountability Board.
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Public Meeting on Centennial Park and South Meadow Court Pond Project
Howard County’s Department of Public Works’ Stormwater Management Division will hold a public meeting this Wednesday, May 18th to present plans for a project to repair two ponds in Ellicott City, one located upstream from Centennial Lake and the second located at the end of South Meadow Court.
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Public Meeting on Guilford Road Sidewalk Improvement Project
Howard County’s Department of Public Works’ Transportation and Special Projects Division to hold a public meeting on Thursday, May 19th, to present plans for the installation of sidewalk, curb and gutter along the south side of Guilford Road between Winterbrook Lane and a point near US 1 in Jessup.
Howard County Government Closings for Memorial Day Holiday on May 30th
Howard County Government offices, courts, animal shelter, 50+ centers and Alpha Ridge Landfill will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 30th. As there will be no Monday curbside trash, recycling, yard trim or food scrap collection on Memorial Day, the County’s holiday "slide” schedule will be in effect for the remainder of the week.