November 2020 Edition
After six months of steady progress recovering from early COVID closures, our State is now experiencing rapid increases in hospitalizations and early signs of an increase in daily death rate. Howard County trends are consistent with surrounding counties and the State.

Please continue to support our local businesses and neighbors who could be facing some challenging months. Everything from your Thanksgiving dinner items to your holiday gifts are available locally.

Current information on restrictions, openings/closures, support programs, etc. can be found here. You can also like the District 5 Facebook Page to see current news and announcements. Please share our newsletter and encourage others to sign up so they can stay apprised of what is happening around the community. 

David Yungmann
Howard County Council, District 5
Legislation

COVID hasn't slowed down the stream of legislation before the Council. Over the past few months, I've voted against legislation to support the $15 statewide minimum wage, to create a racial equity task force and to halt previously approved development. Two Council members joined me in approving the purchase of a property in Turf Valley where a much needed new elementary school will be located. Bills currently before the Council include broad protections for illegal immigrants (sanctuary laws) and release of contingency funds related to the new Arts and Cultural Center.

A public hearing is held on every bill, resolution or other legislative action. This is the opportunity for you to make your views known to the Council. It is critical that council members hear from the public so please consider testifying on legislation that is of interest to you.
Please be sure to check the link to the full calendar for any date or time changes that may be necessary due to scheduling during the continued stay at home order.
Howard County Restaurants Offer Safe Alternatives to Office Holiday Parties and Family Gatherings
During the continued COVID restrictions, Howard County Restaurants continue to innovate and bring options to your holiday gatherings and gift giving! Learn more about how to take advantage of local offers.
Resources for Howard County Residents

For updates on Howard County guidelines, infection rate and other resources, visit our  COVID-19 Dashboard .
Business and
Restaurant Relief

Funding continues to be made available to our local business owners and restauranteurs. Check the HCEDA website for details on how to apply no later than November 29.
Once each decade, Howard County updates its general plan. This long-range, visionary document guides land use decisions. The HoCo By Design effort will result in a new general plan to reflect shifting demographics, regional growth, and changes to priorities and community goals.

For more information, including live-streamed meeting dates, click on this link.
Did you know that Neighbor Ride is offering FREE RIDES for Seniors (60+) to get their flu shot from their preferred provider? For more information or to schedule a ride click here.
Upcoming Pre-Submission Community Meetings:

Project: Ten Oaks Sol Harvest Energy
Proposed Request: Conditional use for a Commercial Solar Facility
Proposed Location: 6160 Ten Oaks Road, Glenelg
Meeting Information: November 19, 2020 at 6:00 pm
Location: Virtual - call 410-461-7666 or email communitymeetings@timmons.com for details

Project: SED PJM Holdings, LLC
Proposed Request: Conditional Use for a Commercial Solar Facility
Proposed Location: 13300 Frederick Road, West Friendship
Meeting Information: November 23, 2020 at 5:30 pm
Location: Virtual (meeting link not available at this time)

click here to read more => District 5 Development Web Page
Get To Know Your Local Howard County Farms

Howard County is home to farms throughout the county, but particularly in District 5!

  • Farms continue to provide services and hold events throughout the year. Visit Howard County  is a great place for information about highlights and events.
  • A complete listing of farms can be found at the Farm Connect website.
Mount View Middle School Named 2020 National Blue Ribbon School

Congratulations to Mount View Middle School on being recognized as one of 367 National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. Mount View was selected for the Exemplary High Performing Schools category, which honors the state’s highest performing schools as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests. Photographs and brief descriptions of the 2020 National Blue Ribbon Schools are available on the U.S. Department of Education website.
Deer population management programs, such as managed hunts and sharpshooting, are not possible in many areas of the County. Therefore, the Department of Recreation & Parks has developed a short document to help homeowners and gardeners live in harmony with white-tailed deer. It contains information on how to use deer repellents and fencing to protect crops and property, how to avoid deer-auto collisions, and how to prevent contact with Lyme Disease-carrying ticks.

For additional information on the county’s Deer Management Program and to view our Important Information about Deer Management pdf, click here.
HCC Offers a Variety of
Continuing Education Classes


Did you know that Howard Community College offers continuing education classes for residents who may not be pursuing a college degree? Continuing education classes are designed with professional, personal, and creative development in mind.

Check out more information here.
Don't Become A Scamming Target

BGE strongly urges customers to remain vigilant against potential scamming targeting utility companies during this pandemic. Read more here.
Councilman Yungmann | dyungmann@howardcountymd.gov 
410.313.2001 | Website