HCPD Fast Track Hiring Event
Howard County’s Office of Emergency Management to Host Public Meetings to Review Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and Flood Mitigation Plan
This March, Howard County’s Office of Emergency Management will hold two public meetings to gather public input and discuss the County’s Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and Flood Mitigation Plan. The first meeting will take place in-person on Wednesday, March 22nd and the second meeting will take place virtually on Wednesday, March 29th.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Seeks Proposals for Housing Opportunities Trust Fund
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and the County’s Department of Housing and Community Development are seeking proposals from community partners for homeownership and neighborhood initiatives, as well as rehabilitation and multifamily rental housing projects, that are eligible for funding from the Housing Opportunities Trust Fund Notice of Funding Availability.
Howard County Bureau of Utilities Annual Fire Hydrant Inspection Program Ensures these Critical Assets are Fully Operational 24/7
The County’s Department of Public Works’ Bureau of Utilities has begun its annual Fire Hydrant Inspection program, which inspects all 10,111 fire hydrants located throughout the county to ensure they are fully operational. In addition, the County also gearing up for ISO audit, which measures water supply for fire suppression and ability of fire department to serve community.
Coffee with a Cop
Coffee with a Cop
Police charge man with attempted murder in March 5 non-fatal shooting
The suspect is charged with attempted first- and second-degree murder, assault, reckless endangerment, and related weapon violations.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Impactful Youth Engagement Grants
The new grant opportunity will promote youth activities and positive engagement
Howard County Planning Board Unanimously Endorses “HoCo By Design” General Plan Update
The Howard County Planning Board unanimously approved HoCo By Design, the County’s general plan update and Route 1 Corridor Plan. The vote follows a thorough three-year process which yielded extensive community input and data analysis.
Design Advisory Panel
The POWER of One: RE-INVENT YOU - using your story to make an impact
Wine in the Woods (21 yrs +)
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Applicants for Commission on Disabilities
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is currently seeking applicants, specifically those who have a disability, are relatives of a person with a disability or are members of the general public, to serve on Howard County’s Commission on Disabilities. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 14th.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Officially Begins Improvements at Huntington Park
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, Recreation & Parks Director A. Raul Delerme, and local leaders today broke ground on several improvements at Huntington Park in Columbia. New amenities will include a new basketball court, softball/baseball backstop, paved paths, water fountain, and park benches.
Lunch & Learn: Protect yourself from Medicare Fraud
Steering Wheel Lock Giveway
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Provides Update on Youth Engagement Initiatives
Ball launched the empowering Summer Youth Program and new, innovative Esports Initiative
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Launches 2023 Transform Howard Innovation Grants
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced applications are now being accepted for Transform Howard Innovation Grants. With $500,000 in grant funding available, these grants provide local non-profits with an opportunity to design and implement forward thinking, emerging and creative ideas to help them better serve county residents.
Fourth Cohort of Transformative "HoCo Higher" Entrepreneur Accelerator Program with M&T Bank Launches in Howard County
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Howard County’s Economic Development Authority have opened applications for a fourth cohort of the highly successful “HoCo Higher” entrepreneur accelerator program. Conducted in partnership with M&T Bank, this 10-week bootcamp teaches early-stage and historically under-served entrepreneurs the essentials of business planning, operations, credit building, digital communication, and financial management.
Money Matters Month 2023 Kickoff
Board of Appeals
Hearing Examiner
Police close eight vehicle thefts amid nation-wide trend
Detectives offer tips to avoid being victimized, provide free steering wheel locks
MIHU Homeowner Workshop
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Additional Appointments and Transitions
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced several appointments and transition for various cabinet positions within Howard County Government.