Budget Process
The Howard County annual budget covers the 12-month period that starts on July 1 and ends the following June 30th.
Wood Waste Area
Drop off Wood Waste and Yard Trim and purchase HoCoGro Compost, Mulch and Blended Topsoil
Minimum Wage Increase
Effective April 1, 2022, a series of local minimum wage increases for employees working in Howard County.
Immunizations
OWN Initiatives
HOME Initiatives
Ellicott City Watershed Master Plan
Binge Drinking
Transportation Priorities Letter
Missing Middle Housing
Bulk Trash & Scrap Metal Collection
Behavioral Health Navigation
Victim & Witness Services
OAI Showcase
Annual event in celebration of Older Americans Month in May.
Youth Engagement Programming Grants
Promotes youth activities and engagement in Howard County through free, accessible, and supportive programming developed by nonprofit and community organizations.
Alternative Compliance
Hepatitis
The Health Department offers rapid testing and linkage to care for Hepatitis. Our Case Management will help you get connected with a provider in the area that can discuss and start treatment.
Voter Registration
Polling Locations
Locate your polling place, ballot drop boxes, and early voting centers, or find information about your polling place.