The Ellicott City Watershed Master Plan process officially kicked off on May 31, 2017 with the goal of developing a comprehensive, community-driven vision for rebuilding a stronger and more resilient Ellicott City.

Your link to health and supportive services.

Sign up to be an election judge. The Election Judge department is responsible for the recruiting, hiring and training of members of the community who are interested in participating in the election process by serving as an election judge.

Montgomery County's Flash Bus Rapid Transit Service is Coming to Howard County in 2026

Make your voice heard about the budget.

The Howard County annual budget covers the 12-month period that starts on July 1 and ends the following June 30th.

The County prepares two sets of budget documents annually: the County Executive Proposed and the County Council Approved Budget.

The operating budget is an annual financial plan that allocates funds necessary to operate essential county services.

The annual capital budget and long-term Comprehensive Improvement Program (CIP) outline the planned expenditures for long-term infrastructure projects

The General Fund is Howard County Government's largest and primary operating fund.

Restricted funds are designated for specific purposes by law or policy.

The State of Maryland mandates that weekly recycling services be provided by all apartment and condominium properties with 10 or more units.

When properties have delinquent County taxes, water and sewer bills, or other liens, the County will auction the property to the highest bidder.

Park Rangers & Compliance, Forestry & Wildlife

Howard County Recreation and Parks oversees the Forest Mitigation program in which forest conservation easements are planted on County Open Space and Parkland. Additionally, the County hosts a suite of forestry programs that aim to increase tree canopy coverage by providing trees and planting services on qualifying properties throughout the County.