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County Executive Ball announces $200 million bond sale at lowered interest rate
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced today that a total of $200,230,000 of Consolidated Public Improvement, Metropolitan District and refunding bonds were priced and sold via a competitive bidding process. These bonds are highly valued in the marketplace in large part due to the county’s AAA credit rating.
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05/17/2019
1402
Howard County Sues Opioid Makers and Distributors in Circuit Court
Howard County has submitted a formal complaint against Purdue Pharma L.P., and other opioid manufacturers, as well as opioid distributors, in the Circuit Court for Howard County for their alleged role in the opioid epidemic.
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05/17/2019
1403
County Executive Ball To Present STEM Student Awards
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will present STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math) Awards to Howard County students tomorrow at the George Howard Building.
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05/16/2019
1404
Howard County Government Closings for Memorial Day Holiday on May 27
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 27. As there will be no trash, recycling, yard trim or food scrap pick-up on Memorial Day, the county’s holiday "slide” schedule will be in effect.
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05/14/2019
1405
Howard County Celebrates “Bike to Work Day” on May 17
Howard Commuter Solutions and the Office of Transportation, in partnership with the Baltimore Metropolitan Council, will host a “Bike to Work Day” event on Friday, May 17 from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Whole Foods Market in Columbia.
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05/14/2019
1406
Office of Emergency Management to Conduct First Test of Ellicott City Public Alert System
As part of Howard County Executive Calvin Ball’s EC Safe and Sound Plan, the county purchased two temporary speaker arrays. On Wednesday, May 15, the county's Office of Emergency Management will conduct the first test of the new Ellicott City Public Alert System.
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05/14/2019
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Office of Emergency Management to Conduct First Test of Ellicott City Public Alert System
As part of Howard County Executive Calvin Ball’s EC Safe and Sound Plan, the county purchased two temporary speaker arrays. On Wednesday, May 15, the county's Office of Emergency Management will conduct the first test of the new Ellicott City Public Alert System.
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05/14/2019
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County Executive Ball Announces Ellicott City Flood Mitigation Plan
Today, as part of his Safe and Sound plan, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced he has chosen Option 3G.7.0 for his flood mitigation plan for Ellicott City. The plan includes a range of key projects, including a North Tunnel, that will decrease flood depths and ensure public safety.
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05/13/2019
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Howard County’s Curbside Recycling Goes Plastic Bag Free
Effective Saturday, June 15, 2019, Howard County’s Department of Public Works’ Bureau of Environmental Services will no longer accept curbside recycling placed out in plastic bags. Items placed out for recycling, should be placed loose in the county assigned recycling bin/cart.
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05/13/2019
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County Executive Ball To Announce Ellicott City Flood Mitigation Plan
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will announce his decision for an Ellicott City flood mitigation plan on Monday.
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05/10/2019
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Howard County Departments of Public Works and Planning and Zoning to Host Public Meeting on Council Bill 56-2018
Howard County’s Departments of Public Works and Planning and Zoning will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, May 21 to discuss the studies related to Council Bill 56-2018 (CB56-2018): Tiber Branch Watershed and Plumtree Branch Watershed Safety Act. The studies were applied to Ellicott City neighborhoods, including but not limited to, Valley Mede, Chatham, Nob Hill, Dunloggin, Dorsey’s Search, Autumn Hill, Taylor Village and Stonecrest.
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05/09/2019
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Court House Drive Slope Stabilization Project to Begin
A Howard County project to stabilize a slope and restore an existing storm drain outfall near 3620 Court House Drive in Ellicott City, is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 20. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late September.
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05/09/2019
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Spring Ridge Drainage Improvement Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to install a storm drain with minor modifications to the stormwater management pond at Springway Road and Deerfield Drive in Ellicott City, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, May 13. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by early June.
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05/09/2019
1414
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Public Meeting on Cherrytree Farms Stream, Pond Improvement Projects
Howard County’s Department of Public Works will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, May 22 at the Savage branch library to present the plans for a stream stabilization project and pond repair project. Construction on both projects is expected to begin in spring 2020.
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05/08/2019
1415
County Executive Ball To Join Press Event for Clean Energy Jobs Act
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will join a press conference, organized by the Maryland Climate Coalition, on Main Street in Ellicott City to support the Clean Energy Jobs Act. To raise awareness for the legislation and the need to address climate change, activists are undertaking a cross-state 150-mile bike ride from Annapolis to Frederick, including a stop in Ellicott City.
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05/07/2019
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County Executive Ball Holds Press Conference on Transportation Vision
Ball announced that the Office of Transportation will be led by Bruce Gartner, former Executive Director of the Maryland Transportation Authority, and significant enhancements to the Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland bus service in Howard County as part of his vision for improved transportation.
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05/07/2019
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Heritage Heights Water and Sewer Extension Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to extend public water and sewer to Thompson Drive and Tulane Drive in Clarksville is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 13. Temporary lane shifts can be expected during construction hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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05/07/2019
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County Executive Ball Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
or National Teacher Appreciation Week, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has issued the following statement.
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05/06/2019
1419
Howard County Wins Seven NACo Awards For Innovative Governance
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced today that the National Association of Counties has selected Howard County for seven 2019 Achievement Awards. The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
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05/06/2019
1420
County Executive Calvin Ball’s Public Calendar, May 7-10, 2019
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball’s Public Calendar for the week of May 7 to May 10, 2019.
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05/06/2019
1421
Main Street Water Main Improvements to Begin
A Howard County construction project to repair a water main located along Main Street in Ellicott City, is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 6. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by early June.
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05/03/2019
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May 2019 Tip Sheet
Media tip sheet showcasing Howard County Government happenings for the month of May 2019.
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05/03/2019
1423
County Executive Ball Hosts Ribbon Cutting For Howard House To Fight Opioid Epidemic
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball hosted a ribbon cutting today for Howard House, the new 16-bed treatment facility for substance use disorders, including opioid addiction.
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05/02/2019
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County Executive Ball To Hold Community Meeting on Ellicott City ‘Safe and Sound’ Phase 2
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will hold a community meeting tonight to solicit public input on Phase 2 of his Ellicott City Safe and Sound plan.
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05/02/2019
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County Executive Ball To Host Ribbon Cutting For Howard House
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will host a ribbon cutting to open the new Howard House on May 2nd at 11:30 AM. The new Howard House will be a 16-bed treatment facility for substance use disorders, including opioid addiction.
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05/01/2019