Earlier this week, the Chamber welcomed Howard County Directory of Planning, Valdis Lazdins, to its June Legislative Affairs Committee meeting. Lazdins provided the 15 member group with an update on the County Development Regulations which begin earlier in the year. 

It was reported that this would be a three-year process if all schedules are met but the process could very well be four years. Nationally acclaimed land use and planning firm Clarion Associates is spearheading the first phase of the project which will conclude with a draft being presented for public input in Winter 2018. Goals for the phase one include efforts to modernize the code format and structure, developing context-sensitive regulations, devising efficient approval processes, ensuring regulations encourage high quality design, and support sustainable development patterns. 

At the present time, the firm and planning staff are seeking community input and feedback. A survey has been initiated which interested parties can take until July 10th .  

The Chamber staff and legislative affairs committee will continue to be engaged in this process and provide information accordingly. 

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Leadership Howard County (LHC) is looking for nonprofit or government entities that have projects or issues to tackle, but don't have the time, staff or expertise they need.

Small teams of Leadership Premier participants work together to research, create a plan or propose a creative solution to a problem identified by a local nonprofit.  You can learn more by attending their information session.

Loyola University Maryland's Columbia Campus

June 19, 2017 - 4 p.m.

The Howard County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for two job openings.

We are looking for an organized and conscientious administrative professional with excellent communication skills to serve as a part-time Office Administrator . 

We are also looking for someone who networks, makes connections, builds relationships, and pursues opportunities to serve as our Director of Membership.

More information about the job openings can be found here. Come join the team of one of Howard County's most successful and dynamic business organizations!