Transfer Station
Commercial waste is collected and transferred to be landfilled.
Profile: Firefighter Christina Rzepecki
2024-2029 Howard County Hazard Mitigation Plan
This page is dedicated to the 2024-2029 Howard County Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP) maintenance process. The NHMP is reviewed annually and thoroughly updated every five years. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) also rigorously reviews the NHMP every five years after the update. The goal of this page is to provide access to the NHMP for the public, gather public input, and keep the public updated on any changes. This NHMP was approved by County Council on November 6, 2023, and it will expire on November 5, 2028.
Report Traffic Concerns
Binge Drinking
Car Seat Checkups
Schedule an appointment to have your car seat checked by a Child Passenger Safety Technician
Active Transportation Open House
Digital Inclusion & Senior Planet
The Howard County Office on Aging and Independence (OAI) is paving the way for a more digitally-inclusive Howard County.
Recreation & Parks Youth Programs (5-12 yrs)
Find programs for ages 5-12 years old.
Recreation & Parks Teens & Tween Programs (10-17 yrs)
Find programs for ages 10-17 years old.
Recreation & Parks Adult Programs
Find programs for ages 18+ years old.
Recreation & Parks Active Adult Programs
Find programs for ages 55+ years old.
Therapeutic Recreation Programs
Find therapeutic recreation programs for all ages.
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health programs can help child care providers and early childhood educators with young children who have difficult and disruptive behavior.
2023 Proposed Local Legislation
Housing Opportunities Trust Fund (HOTF)
DPZ News
Read about DPZ's latest projects and achievements in the quarterly DPZ Digest newsletter.
Workforce Development Board Career Pathways
This dashboard reflects high demand industries and associated occupations. These industries provide a variety of employment opportunities for youth and adults in Howard County and the region. All the industries have various entry points from novice to expert.
2022 Annual Report
A snapshot of the department’s efforts and notable incidents in 2022.
Recreation & Parks Before/After School Programs (5-12 yrs)
Find before/after school programs for ages 5-12 years old.
Apply for Workforce Services
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.