Old Ellicott City Trolley
The Old Ellicott City Trolley is a free service that operates in Old Ellicott City.
New Elkridge Community and 50+ Center
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball’s State of the County address outlined a strategic vision for the Elkridge Civic District ("Elkridge Project Forward"), which includes an Elkridge Community and 50+ Center.
This page will provide project-related information.
OAI Showcase
Annual event in celebration of Older Americans Month in May.
The Housing Expansion and Affordability Act (HB538)
HOME Initiatives
OWN Initiatives

National Consumer Protection Week 2025
National Consumer Protection week is an annual event celebrated by the Federal Trade Commission and the Office of Consumer Protection and is held during the first week of March each year.
Residential Electric Vehicle Charging
Permitting process for installing residential electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Howard County.
2025 Transportation Open House Materials
Flash Bus Rapid Transit - Frequently Asked Questions
2024 Annual Report
A snapshot of the department’s efforts and notable incidents in 2024.
Yard Trim Collection
Special Processes - Kimchi
Renewable Energy Certainty Act (HB1036)
On July 1, 2025, Maryland’s Renewable Energy Certainty Act (HB1036) went into effect.
Garden Plots on Old Montgomery Road
Howard County aims to create additional garden plots for residents to be able to grow their own vegetables to expand upon the existing sites the county has.