The Judicial Branch, administered by the State, consists of the Circuit Court, District Court, and Orphans Court.

Assisted living communities offer support services to help residents who need assistance with activities of daily living and to promote independence and dignity. 

The Office on Aging & Independence produces many informative materials available to the public.  Below you can find additional information about their principal publications and related reports.

This guide is designed to assist you in understanding the basic procedures of centralized purchasing in Howard County Government. Howard County welcomes vendors to do business with the County and will provide any assistance and information that may help you to better understand our procedures.

Appointed by Executive Order by the County Executive and the County Council, the Office of Human Rights & Equity staffs five Commissions. The work of each Commission varies, but each are committed to furthering human rights and equity throughout the County in their own very distinct capacities.

County collection of Recordation & County Transfer Tax and the stamping of deeds for satisfaction of county obligations.

Establishing and overseeing recycling and reuse programs to further the County’s waste reduction and sustainability goals.

We all have questions about what to do with certain items. Learn how to properly recycle, reuse, donate or dispose of various items.