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The Budget Office, a division of the Department of County Administration, is tasked with developing and implementing the County’s annual operating and capital budgets under the supervision of the County Chief Administrative Officer. Additionally, the office is responsible for performance management, preparation of fiscal analyses on various local and State legislation, conducting special management research, as well as forecasting and monitoring County revenues and expenditures.

View the County Operating Budget Overview
The operating budget is a comprehensive plan outlining the annual expenses related to the provision of county services, including education, public safety, waste management, snow removal, and other essential services.
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View the County Capital Budget Overview
The annual capital budget and long-term Comprehensive Improvement Program (CIP) outline the spending plans for the construction and acquisition of all physical assets, including construction of schools and libraries and renovations of recreation centers.
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Testimony

The Howard County Executive will hold two Budget Hearings for each fiscal year, usually in December and March. These hearings allow residents to express their views, share concerns, and offer input on priorities for the coming fiscal year.

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