REMINDER #HoCoMD #HoCoParents, guardians & grandparents, annual Child Care Fair is tomorrow, 2/4. This annual fair provides attendees w/ a 1-stop shop for child care, preschool, school-age & summer programs, and more. For details, visit: 2023childcarefair.eventbrite.com.
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. & #HoCoPolice Animal Control are reminding #HoCoMD about law pertaining to animals housed outside: facebook.com/hocogov/posts/. Keep in mind, these requirements are the bare minimum ; if it's too cold for you outside, it's probably too cold for your dog or cat.
W/ temps forecasted to dip below freezing today & tomorrow, Bureau of Utilities is reminding #HoCoMD of these tips (howardcountymd.gov/News122022b) to help keep your pipes from freezing and potentially bursting. For ?s &/or more info, please call Utilities at 410-313-4900.
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If u need s place to warm up during normal business hrs #HoCoMD, stop by a comm ctr (howardcountymd.gov/facilities), branch (hclibrary.org) or 50+ Ctr (howardcountymd.gov/.../howard-cou). If in need of shelter, contact Grassroots at 410-531-6677.
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As an arctic front makes its way across #HoCoMD, bringing below freezing temps & very strong winds, pls keep in mind these cold weather tips. If you must spend time outside, be sure to familiarize yourself w/ these hypothermia & frostbite warning signs: cdc.gov/cpr/infographi.
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As an arctic front makes its way across #HoCoMD, bringing below freezing temps & very strong winds, pls keep in mind these cold weather tips. If you must spend time outside, be sure to familiarize yourself w/ these hypothermia & frostbite warning signs: cdc.gov/cpr/infographi.
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With #PunxsutawneyPhil predicting six more weeks of winter, is reminding #HoCoMD of these home heating #safetytips from the : nfpa.org/-/media/Files/.
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Six more weeks of winter according to Punxsutawney Phil! Keep on heating your home safely. #GroundhogDay
. invites #HoCoMD to join them nxt Fri, 2/10, 11 am-1 pm at #ColumbiaMD for its new community outreach prog: BBQ & Badges. Like Coffee w/ a Cop, BBQ & Badges offers residents opportunity to chat w/ HCPD patrol & community officers, while enjoying some BBQ.
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Join us at @MissionBBQ (6270 Columbia Crossing Circle) on Friday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for BBQ and Badges! Enjoy BBQ and chat with our patrol & community outreach officers. This event is free to attend and open to all, drop in at any time. We’re excited to see you! #HoCoMD
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. constr proj to replace existing 8" H2O main along Old Columbia Pk from Toll House Rd to Roussey Ln, #EllicottCity, to begin on/abt 2/27. Single lane closure will occur during constr hrs, M-F, 9 am-4 pm. To learn more abt this proj #HoCoMD: howardcountymd.gov/News020123.
REMINDER #HoCoMD residents, online registration for you for 2023 Summer Camp Guides begins TONIGHT, 2/1, at 6 pm; to register, go to tinyurl.com/HCRPCamps2023. To view the guide to see what fun/exciting camps DRP is offering this summer, check out tinyurl.com/CampGuide2023.
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Don’t Miss Out! Online registration for Howard Countians begins tonight at 6pm. In-person registration starts February 2nd. Online registration for out-of-county residents begins February 8 at 6pm, and by all other methods on February 9.
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. final listening session in latest series of listening sessions is tonight, 2/1, 7 pm at . Come share ur thoughts, experiences, hopes & vision for #HoCoMD. Unable to attend or would like to send ur thoughts in advance? Email future@howardcountymd.gov.
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We have made significant progress, together, over the last four years. However, I know that we can continue to make even more.
Join us for our first Listening Session TONIGHT, Monday, January 9th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Bain 50+ Center.
. has released the following statement regarding first “State of the State” Address, which the Governor delivered earlier today: howardcountymd.gov/News020123b.
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. seeks applicants from #HoCoMD District 1 interested in serving on the Board of Education following the step down of current BOE member Christina Delmont-Small (see bit.ly/3JzXEW2 for announcement). For info on how to apply: facebook.com/hocogov/posts/.
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I want to thank Christina Delmont-Small for her years of service to the Howard County School Board and her advocacy on behalf of our students, families, and educators. Having learned of the resignation today, I will immediately begin the process of reviewing potential candidates.
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FYI #HoCoMD, while regular Saturday Household Hazardous Waste schedule is on hiatus til 1st Saturday in April, the Bureau will host 2 SPECIAL HHW collection days this winter – 2/4 & 3/4, at ARL. To learn more abt HHW & what's accepted: howardcountymd.gov/HHW.
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Today, signed an Exec Order creating an Opioid Collaborative Community Council to assist in determining priorities for how should use funds received thru a Nat'l Settlement Agreement w/ opioid manufacturers & any future settlements.
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. press conference #HoCoMD, where he signed EO creating Opioid Collaborative Community Council to assist in determining priorities for how should use $ from Nat'l Settlement Agreement w/ opioid manufacturers & any future settlements; fb.watch/io-LmaNi4E/.
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#HoCoParents, if ur 9th to 12th grade #HoCoStudent is looking for community service hrs, Youth Advisory Council is now accepting applications. YAC provides #HoCoMD youth w/ safe & engaging environment to interact w/ local law enforcement. Info: howardcountymd.gov/boards-commiss.
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TRAFFIC ALERT #HoCoMD: Starting at 10 pm, 1/30, to close the 2 right lanes on NB section of the I-95 bridge over the Patapsco River, #ElkridgeMD (followed by a 3rd lane at midnight, leaving 1 lane open), so crews can safely repair damaged joints. roads.maryland.gov/mdotsha/pages/
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MDOT SHA will close multiple lanes on the NB I-95 bridge over the Patapsco River in the Elkridge area of Baltimore & Howard counties over the next two nights so that crews can safely repair damaged joints. #MDtraffic More: https://www.ow.ly/quaL50METtT/md
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HEADS UP! 2023 Spring/Summer Activity Guide is NOW AVAILABLE online at howardcountymd.gov/rap. Online registration for #HoCoMD residents begins 6 pm, 3/1, w/ all other methods starting 8 am, 3/2. Online registration for non-county residents begins 6 pm, 3/8.
. today provided a critical update on the comprehensive #ECSafeandSound plan, specifically re: the plans Extended North Tunnel: fb.watch/inFpD2jVsG/. The largest & most impactful flood mitigation component of the plan, the tunnel is nearing design completion.
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H2O OUTAGE: Bureau of Utilities has H2O off at the 8800 block of Howard Hills Dr, #SavageMD to replace a fire hydrant valve. Outage is expected to last 6 hrs. For more info/?s #HoCoMD, contact Utilities at 410-313-4900 or visit howardcountymd.gov/public-works/e.
Here's what scheduled DPW maintenance projects #HoCoMD are going on this week, Monday, 1/30 thru Friday, 2/3, wx permitting: facebook.com/hocogov/posts/. For ?s, concerns &/or more info, call DPW Customer Service 410-313-3440 or email publicworks@howardcountymd.gov.
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. constr proj to improve eroding stream banks along Sucker Branch near 3505 Sylvan Ln, #EllicottCityMD, expected to begin on/abt 2/6. During constr hrs, M-F, 7 am-4 pm, end of Sylvan Ln, starting at 3511 Sylvan Ln, will be closed to all traffic. howardcountymd.gov/News012723b
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Calling all #HoCoMD parents, guardians & grandparents, to hosts its annual Child Care Fair next Sat, 2/4. This annual fair provides attendees w/ a “one stop shop” for child care, preschool, school-age & summer programs, & more. Details: 2023childcarefair.eventbrite.com.
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HEADS UP: Now thru 2/1, DPW street sweeping crews will be out & abt serving the following areas, wx permit: facebook.com/hocogov/posts/. Sweeping operations to take place wkdays, 7 am-3 pm. For ?s/more info #HoCoMD, call 410-313-7450 or email highways@howardcountymd.gov.
. Camp Fair is back #HoCoMD! Join DRP Saturday, 2/11 from 11 am-3 pm at its NLCC to learn more abt its amazing camps, while enjoying a variety of camp activities. Attendees will also receive $5 off their next camp registration fee! To learn more: howardcountymd.gov/camp-fair.
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On Feb. 11, from 1-3pm, enjoy a variety of camp activities and learn more about our amazing camps. Bring the whole family to this FREE event at North Laurel Community Center. Attendees get $5 off next camp registration fee! For details, visit howardcountymd.gov/camp-fair.
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. announces inaugural FY21 PAFR has been recognized by w/ its “Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award." PAFR provides #HoCoMD overview of operations, programs & financial condition in an accessible & transparent format. howardcountymd.gov/News012623
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Help personnel train & prepare for incidents involving motor vehicles by donating your unwanted car today #HoCoMD. In addition to providing an invaluable training opportunity for our firefighters, ur vehicle donation is tax deductible. Learn more: howardcountymd.gov/fire-and-rescu.
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Looking to get rid of an unwanted car? We’re seeking donations of unwanted cars to help our firefighters train and prepare for incidents involving motor vehicles. Learn more: bit.ly/3M4J9bl.
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. has released the following statement #HoCoMD in response to the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget by Superintendent Michael Martirano: howardcountymd.gov/News012523.
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No priority is more important in Howard County than creating the best teaching and learning environment for all through an excellent public school system, and our community has always come together to achieve that goal.
Read my entire statement below:howardcountymd.gov/News012523
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Yesterday, conducted its annual #PointinTimeCount of #HoCoMD homeless population. Completing this annual count helps ID our most vulnerable residents, develop a supportive network & ultimately help them attain permanent housing to live safer & healthier lives.
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Today, we conducted our #PointinTimeCount of the County's homeless population to identity & connect the homeless with resources & services so homelessness is rare, brief and non-reoccurring. With 55 volunteers & partners, we will canvas the County by midnight. #hococommunity
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Always training. This week, #HoCoMD you'll find Special Ops team training in #SavageMD. The team will be utilizing mock scenarios to work on its missing person search skills. facebook.com/hocogov/posts/
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. seeks applicants from #HoCoMD Councilmanic District 1 interested in serving on Planning Board. For details on eligibility requirements & how to apply, visit howardcountymd.gov/News012323. The deadline to apply for this vacancy is Friday, February 10th.
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Here's what scheduled DPW maintenance projects #HoCoMD are going on this week, Monday, 1/23 thru Friday, 1/27, wx permitting: facebook.com/hocogov/posts/. For ?s, concerns &/or more info, call DPW Customer Service 410-313-3440 or email publicworks@howardcountymd.gov.
All are invited to join as he gathers tomorrow, 1/21 at 1 pm in the lower level center court at The Mall in Columbia to celebrate the #LunarNewYear. To help ring in the #YearOfTheRabbit, tomorrow's event will feature special performances and guests.
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The Lunar New Year is a momentous holiday marked by community, family, and beautiful traditions.
Join us THIS Saturday for a spectacular showcase as we ring in the Year of the Rabbit, featuring special performances and guests.
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Come meet face-to-face #HoCoMD w/ Community Outreach Officers this Monday, 1/23, 9-11 am at the Chick-fil-a (6395 Ten Oaks Rd) in #ClarksvilleMD, to discuss issues, ask ?s & build relationships 1 cup of coffee (or other beverage) at a time. Event is free & open to all!
. 2022 Annual Report is now available online at howardcountymd.gov/health/reports. Report outlines HCHD's renewed purpose & examines how priorities identified in the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan have been implemented to further improve the health & well-being of #HoCoMD residents.
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. to host its final Transit Development Plan (plan to guide transit system development, providing a roadmap for implementing service improvements & potential expansion) public mtg nxt Thurs, 1/26, 6 pm at NLCC. Learn more #HoCoMD at howardcountymd.gov/transportation.
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. Local Emergency Planning Committee quarterly mtgs aim to increase #HoCoMD preparedness by helping businesses & community members increase their resilience by providing info & training. Join OEM tonight, 1/19 for this quarter's mtg: eventbrite.com/e/january-19-2.
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. DPW to host a public mtg on 1/25 to present plans for its Many Mile Mews stormH2O pond repair proj. Construction is expected to begin in late summer 2023 & wx permitting, to take 8 months to complete. For more info #HoCoMD on this proj & mtg: howardcountymd.gov/News101923.
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While trains for this, the department is reminding #HoCoMD to NEVER venture onto frozen water as there is no such thing as safe ice (except maybe on the rink). Even if the ice appears thick from the bank, it can become thinner very quickly. facebook.com/hocogov/posts/
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We train for this because there is no such thing as safe ice (except on the rink). Don't play on ice and don't go out on frozen water.
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. staff were out early this a.m. to support & , checking in/coordinating resources for Gubernatorial Inauguration to ensure a safe evt. Working together to protect the public is always a great opportunity to develop/strengthen relationships w/ partners.
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