Find information on the Fallen Heroes Tribute program.

Find resources and services for family assistance provided or sponsored by Howard County.

Find healthcare options and learn more about programs for wellness.

Register, apply for, and renew licenses and permits.

Request public records and reports from the County.

A networking opportunity and conference for Human Service Professionals, Early Educators, Community Partners, and Youth 

Information and resources for COVID-19 outbreaks in schools, daycare, businesses, assisted living facilities and more.

Effective April 1, 2022, a series of local minimum wage increases for employees working in Howard County.

Find resources and services related to businesses and developing in Howard County.

Find programs for ages 0-5 years old.

View current and past reports on Howard County's water quality.

Find a Howard County address and view detailed information about it including nearby public facilities.

Load and overlay different county datasets on an interactive map. For more advanced users.

View general-purpose PDF maps generated by various county agencies for easy printing.

Find information about map and data tools offered by the County.

Learn about performance objectives that are tied to the County's policy priorities.

Learn about the County's broader initiative to create an environment of expanded government openness and transparency.

The Howard County Office of Workforce Development (OWD) offers essential services and assistance to both youth and adult job seekers, as well as businesses. Our goal is to contribute to the development of a robust local, regional, and global economy.

A snapshot of the department’s efforts and notable incidents in 2023.