Board of Health
Veterans & Military Families
The Office of Veterans and Military Families provides guidance, information and access to Howard County veterans, military families, their dependents and survivors; promotes activities that serve veterans of all ages; and collaborates with other service providers to address more complex issues.
Howard County Flag Commission
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the formation of a commission to solicit and recommend new designs for the official Howard County flag. The Commission will solicit designs and feedback from the public, and present three of the top five submissions to the County Executive.
Pension Oversight Commission
Children & Families
The Office of Children and Families promotes the well-being of children birth to five years old by providing services and supports to their families and caregivers and supports the initiatives of the Early Childhood Advisory Council. The Office offers a wide array of services and resources to promote healthy development, school readiness and strengthen families.
Health
The Health Department bureaus and programs strive to make Howard County a community in which health equity and optimal wellness are accessible for all who live, work and visit.
Consumer Protection
The Office of Consumer Protection is a division of the Howard County Department of Community Resources and Services. The Office helps to protect Howard County consumers by mediating disputes, taking enforcement action or providing tips on how to avoid scams or make smart purchasing decisions.
Elkridge 50+ Center
Recreation & Parks
The Department strives to deliver recreation and leisure opportunities that improve the health and well-being of the community and serve as model stewards of the environment by managing, protecting, and conserving our resources for a sustainable future. The Department maintains 9,768 acres of public lands and over 50 parks. It offers approximately 7,000 recreation programs (including leagues, classes and camps) each year.
Peddling & Soliciting
Learn about peddlers and solicitors operating in Howard County.