Upcoming Council Meetings
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9/22 - Special Public Hearing,
Banneker Room, GH Bldg.
6pm (click
here to view session)
9/26 - Legislative Work Session, CVG Room, GH Bldg.
4:30pm
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0/05 - Legislative Session
Banneker Room, GH Bldg 7pm
10/10 -
County Offices Closed - Happy Columbus Day
10/11 -
Monthly Meeting
CVG Room, GH Bldg.
8:30am
10/13 - Zoning Board Hearing
Banneker Room, GH Bldg.
7pm
10/17 - Public Hearing
Banneker Room, GH Bldg.
7pm
10/24 - Work Session
CVG Room, GH Bldg.
4:30pm
10/24 - Zoning Board
Banneker Room, GH Bldg.
7pm
10/26 - Quarterly Meeting w/Board of Education
CVG Room, GH Bldg.
8:30am
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Mission
The Center for Watershed Protection works to protect, restore, and enhance our streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and bays. We create viable solutions and partnerships for responsible land and water management so that every community has clean water and healthy natural resources to sustain diverse life.
Click
here to learn more and to donate
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Here's a quick view into Councilman Weinstein's monthly community events
9/3 - EC Strong 5k in Elkridge
9/5 - EC Strong Recovery Fund Committee Meeting
9/7
- EDA Business Resource Info Session
9/8 - Howard County Association of Realtors Office Grand Opening
9/8 - Centennial Lane Streetscape Project Public Meeting
9/11 - September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
9/11 - Metanoia Church Volunteer Appreciation Event
9/13 - Question A Ballot Initiative Launch Event
9/14
- MD VOAD Long Term Recovery Planning Meeting
9/14 - EC Recovery Town Hall Meeting
9/17 - 2016 Harriet Tubman Day Celebration
9/17 - Rowanberry Woods Block Party
9/17 - Elkridge Cub Scout Kick-Off Carnival
9/18 - Weinstein Community Picnic and EC Recovery Fundraiser
9/20 - Governor's Run Homeowner's Association Meeting
9/21 - District 1 Community Cabinet Meeting
9/23 - Voices for Children Annual Event
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2016 Fall Guide
Registration opens to county residents beginning August 3, online at 6pm and by all other methods beginning August 4. Registration opens to out-of-county residents beginning August 10, online at 6pm and by all other methods beginning August 11.
View the Fall Activity Guide
HCLS Source Magazine
Howard County Library System's award winning guide to classes and events
Click here to see what's happening this fall.
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HeadsUpHoward
is a service that allows Howard County Government to deliver a wide variety of valuable information directly to your inbox or mobile device.
HeadsUpHoward allows you to choose and manage your own profile so you only receive information that is valuable to you and your family. You can choose to stay connected to the Howard County Library or be notified about upcoming events from the Department of Recreation and Parks - all from one location!
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Donate to Assist EC Flood Victims
If you would like make an in-kind donation, hold a fundraiser, offer a service please send us an email via our
Contact Us form. Please note this is not the form for general volunteer offers.
Checks can be made payable to Ellicott City Partnership (ECP)
and mailed to P.O. Box 92, Ellicott City 21041
Questions can be directed to 410-579-2594
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Thanks
for your continued support!
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Since taking office in December 2014, I have
been
fortunate to work wit
h the amazing County Council staff. Since the beginning my District 1 Team included Gary Smith, my Special Assistant, and Roz Hightower, my Administrative Assistant. Just this July, Jessie Keller joined the team as my District Aide. On any given day, my team works to answer questions, work special projects, develop legislation, and meeting with constituents... and they do this all with exceptional professionalism and efficiency.
And then came the EC flood on July 30. Folks have heard and talked about the fact that I had just landed in Spain when the flood hit and that I turned around came back as soon as I could arrange a flight. What people may not realize is that from the first moments after the devastating event, my team jumped into action. In my physical absence they took charge to make sure we did all that could be done. That was eight weeks ago, and this amazing team has not slowed down one bit! I could not be more proud or more appreciative of their efforts on behalf of those affected by the flood. They made no mention of the number of hours they worked or the continuous string of days they were in the office or on Main Street, day and night.
Gary, Jessie and Roz.... You're amazing, dedicated, and compassionate actions these past eight weeks have made a tremendous difference in the lives of so many.
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President Obama Signs Ellicott City Disaster Declaration
09/16/2016
The FEMA declaration means that Howard County will be able to recover 75 percent of FEMA eligible costs such as infrastructure repair and replacement, hazard mitigation projects and debris removal.
to read the full story click here
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Council Votes to Extend Ellicott City Emergency Declaration to October 6th
Councilman Weinstein joined County Executive Kittleman at
a town hall on the flood recovery Wednesday, September 14th. The purpose of the meeting was to share information about the planned opening of Main Street and to listen to feedback, ideas, and concerns from the Historic EC community. Based on the discussion that evening, the Councilman and Executive conferred and decided to request the Council extend the declaration to allow the property owners and merchants more time to prepare for repairs and reconstruction. Residents were allowed to move home last weekend if their homes were deemed safe by the county.
Click here to read the Howard County Times story
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Solar development divides farmers, Ellicott City development halt draws strong support
09/20/2016
Councilman Jon Weinstein's bill to temporarily halt development in the Ellicott City area drew strong support from residents and community groups who pleaded with the county to develop a more comprehensive county-wide stormwater management plan that includes regulations for old developments.
click here to read full story
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Department of Recreation & Parks Announces Deer Management Program for 2016-2017
09/20/2016
ELLICOTT CITY, MD - The Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks has announced its fall/winter schedule for managing the deer population through bow and shotgun managed hunts and sharpshooting.
This effort helps maintain a stable, balanced white-tailed deer population in our parks where deer browsing has been shown to reduce biodiversity.
Click here to read full article
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The application process for the EC Strong Recovery Fund financial assistance is now available.
Click
here to learn more on how to apply. The application deadline is
5pm Friday, Sept. 23, 2016 (note corrected date). Questions regarding application eligibility should be directed to
ECPReliefGrant@gmail.com or by calling 443 846-8904.
Applicants requiring in-person assistance are strongly encouraged to make an appointment by calling the Community Action Council at 410-313-6440.
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In light of recent re-openings, I wanted to share with everyone a list of stores now open on Main Street, stores that will be in open again shortly, and stores operating from other locations. Whether they're back on Main Street or operating elsewhere, be sure to try and stop by soon and show your support!
Please let me know if I've missed anyone.
OPEN in the historic district:
The Wine Bin
Judge's Bench
Envy Salon
Hi Ho Silver
Antique Depot Ooh La La Salon Su Casa
Mat About You
State Farm Insurance/Fred Gossage RUCK Law Firm PCF Management CentreTek Waverly Real Estate Rethink Brands
Robert H. Vogel Engineering Classic Interiors Pure Wine Cafe
Catalyst Communication Real Estate Auditing Dr. Bowman DDS Matcha Time Cafe River House Pizza Company Little French Market (catering) Alexander Design Studio
Pam Long Photography
Bear Fox Babe
Historic Savage Mill
OPEN:
Tuesday-Thursday: 10 am-6 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10 am-9pm
Sunday: 11 am-6 pm
Sweet Cascades Chocolatier
Main Street at Turf Valley
The Mangione Family of Turf Valley Resort spared little time in opening their doors and their hearts...Thank You!
OPEN:
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 11-7
SU
NDAYS, 10-4
Now Through Christmas
Southwest Connection
Simply Divine Boutique
Still Life Gallery
Boliwalou
Zebop
Matcha Time Cafe
The Vintage Vault and Gallery
Sue Langert Fine Art
Syriana Gallery
Park Ridge Trading Co.
Attic Antiques
Opening Soon:
T
he ClayGround Stu
dio (today 9/23) La Palapa (9/30)
Ellicott Mills Brewing Co. (week of 10/1)
The Creative Garden (10/10)
Sweet Elizabeth Jane (11/4)
And don't forget, some of our Main Street merchants will be at the farmer's market on Saturday! Stop by and make some great purchases before heading down to
Main Street Music Fest
! Together, we'll continue to support our community and remain
#ECStrong!
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Friday, September 23,
7:05 PM - 11 PM
Orioles Park at Camden Yards
333 W Camden St, Baltimore
$5 from every ticket sold for the Orioles game against the Arizona Diamondbacks will be split between two funds.
One is for downtown Ellicott City residents and businesses thru the Ellicott City Partnership and the other is for residents in the surrounding areas who had damage done to their homes with money going to the Howard County Community Relief Fund.
Click
here to buy your tickets
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MAIN STREET MUSIC FEST!!!
September 24 @ 12:00 pm -
11:00 pm
Merriweather Post Pavilion,
10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy Columbia,
Tickets are just $12 and on sale now! A portion of the revenue will go to fund the Ellicott City Partnership (ECP) and its efforts to assist those merchants and residents impacted by the flood.
click here to purchase tickets
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RE-CREATE: ELLICOTT CITY ARTIST RELIEF FUND & PAINT IT! ELLICOTT CITY BENEFIT RECEPTION
September 30, 6-8pm
Howard County Center for the Arts
The evening will feature a closing reception for our extended and expanded Paint It! Ellicott City 2016 exhibit. Great opportunity to reconnect with local artists and arts organizations and to make a final purchase from the Paint It! exhibit to support Ellicott City artists in their recovery -
click
here
for more information
Image (HCAC): Open, Caroline Jasper
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A Weekend with Elkridge VFD
Open House
Saturday, October 1
From 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Open House with refreshments, moon bounce, face painting, station tours, safety information.
For more information, call 410-313-4901.
All You Can Eat Breakfast
Sunday, October 2
Adults $8.00 Seniors (over 55) $7.00 Children (5-12) $5.00 Children under 5 Free
Click
here for details
8th Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, October 3
Compass Point Golf Course in Pasadena
The Proceeds from this event will be used towards building a new fire station in Elkridge.
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Party in the Pit
Concert Fundraiser to Benefit Historic Ellicott City
on Friday, October 14, 2016,
from 5:00PM to 11:00PM presented by Apple Ford Lincoln. At the
Merriweather Post Pavilion.
To purchase tickets click
here
For information about SPONSORSHIPS, VIP PASSES and PIT PASSES which include food and beverage, contact Robert Gillette at 443-668-1037 or Kristi Simon at 410-598-8193.
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Ellicott City VFD
Open House October 15 1-4pm 4150 Montgomery Rd.
Click here for details |
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