Harford County, MD | Official Website

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Harford County Government Offering Curbside Pickup for Property Tax Payments To limit the spread of COVID-19, Harford County government is offering curbside pickup at its Bel Air office for residents who choose to pay property taxes and other fees in person. County residents are still encouraged to pay by mail or electronically. Additional Info... West Chapel Road in Aberdeen Closed to Through Traffic Starting July 6 West Chapel Road between Paradise Road and Aldino Road in Aberdeen will be closed to all through traffic for five months staring on or about Monday, July 6 to replace the bridge over Swan Creek. Additional Info... Harford County COVID-19 Update: Testing & Reopening County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following weekly update on COVID-19 in Harford County: Additional Info... Harford County Earns Two National Association of Counties Awards for Innovation The National Association of Counties (NACo) has recognized Harford County in 2020 with two awards for innovative and effective county government programs. Additional Info... Glassman Administration Plans $1.55 Million in Awards to 26 Nonprofits Promoting Harford Tourism Harford County plans to award $1.55 million to 26 local nonprofits for developing and implementing tourism-related activities in the fiscal year 2021. Additional Info... Harford County to Follow Gov. Hogan’s Additional Steps in Stage-Two Reopening Harford County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by Gov. Larry Hogan on the Maryland Roadmap to Recovery. Additional Info... Four Month Closure Beginning June 15 for Section of Old Stepney Road in Aberdeen Old Stepney Road between Spesutia Road and U.S. Route 40 in Aberdeen will be closed to all through traffic, including emergency vehicles, for four months beginning on or about Monday, June 15, 2020. Additional Info... Glen Cove Road Bridge in Darlington to Close June 22 for Two Weeks Harford County Public Works will close Glen Cove Road Bridge #155 over Peddlers Run, which is between MD 440 (Dublin Road) and Franklin Church Road, on or about Monday, June 22 for two weeks to repair a section of the bridge damaged by a tractor. Additional Info... Harford County to Follow Gov. Hogan’s Move Entering into Stage-Two Reopening Harford County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by Gov. Larry Hogan on the Maryland Roadmap to Recovery. Additional Info... Harford Executive Waives 2020 Requirement for Volunteer Fire & EMS Retirement Program Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today waived this year’s point-requirement for fire and EMS volunteers working toward their retirement benefits in the county’s Length of Service Award Program, or LOSAP. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Eases Parking Lot Requirements to Facilitate Outdoor Dining Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today signed an Executive Order temporarily waiving certain requirements to give restaurants additional space in their parking lots for outside dining. Additional Info... Harford Enacts FY21 Budget: Full Funding for School Operations; No Tax Rate Increases Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today signed legislation enacting the county budget for Fiscal Year 2021 after it was unanimously approved by the county council on Tuesday. Additional Info... Harford County to Follow Gov. Hogan’s Plan to Complete Stage-One Reopening Harford County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement from Gov. Larry Hogan on the Maryland Roadmap to Recovery: Additional Info... Harford Expands Free Public Wi-Fi to Five County Parking Lots Harford County residents can get free Internet access from the parking lots at five county buildings where public Wi-Fi has been expanded. Additional Info... Harford County Builds Environmentally-Friendly Rain Garden in Bel Air A corner of the parking lot at the Mary Risteau District Court building in Bel Air will be blooming with flowers in its new rain garden next spring. Additional Info... Picture Yourself Enjoying Harford Streams Summer Adventure Explore the natural beauty of Harford County streams this summer, take selfies at your favorite locations & win prizes in Harford Streams Summer Adventure, a program from Harford's Department of Public Works’ Office of Watershed Protection & Restoration. Additional Info... Amoss Mill Road Bridge Near Norrisville Reopened After Repairs Harford County Department of Public Works has reopened Amoss Mill Road Bridge following repairs to a triple cell culvert. The bridge over Island Branch is between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) and Amos Road near Norrisville. Additional Info... Oversized Vehicle to Slow Traffic En Route from I-95 to Perryman May 29 A heavy load on an oversized vehicle is expected to be moved on or about Friday, May 29, in the Perryman area and will slow traffic and require a half-hour road closure. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Relaxes Parking Lot Requirements to Facilitate Outdoor Retail Sales Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today signed an Executive Order temporarily waiving certain parking lot requirements to provide businesses with additional space in their lots for outdoor sales. Additional Info... Nominees Sought for 34th Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards Do you know an unsung hero? Each year the Harford County Department of Community Services searches for local citizens who selflessly assist others, and honors their volunteer service with Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards. Additional Info... Harford Seeks Partner on Grant Applications to Expand Broadband in Rural North Harford County is seeking an internet service provider to partner with on grant applications to help offset the cost of expanding broadband in its rural northern region. Additional Info... Harford County to Reopen May 15 Under Governor’s Safer at Home Advisory Harford County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following statement following yesterday’s “Safer at Home” advisory from Gov. Larry Hogan: Additional Info...The case of OT, LLC vs. Harford County, Maryland in the U.S. DistrictCourt for the District of Maryland, was dismissed on May 12, 2020, with no wrongdoing admitted by the county government. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Reopens Remaining County-Owned Outdoor Recreation Spaces County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the reopening of all remaining county-owned outdoor recreation spaces, consistent with Gov. Larry Hogan’s amended executive order dated May 6. This includes county playgrounds, fishing areas and boat launches. Additional Info... Glassman Orders Harford County Flag Lowered May 4 - 6 for Longtime First Responder Andy Snakovsky County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the Harford County flag lowered in honor of longtime first responder and county employee Andy Snakovsky. The Harford County flag will fly at half-staff from sunrise Mon., May 4 to sunset on Wed., May 6, 2020. Additional Info... Robinson Mill Road Bridge Reopened April 30, 2020 Robinson Mill Road Bridge over Broad Creek was reopened to traffic on April 30, 2020. The bridge had been closed since March 2017 due to the structural degradation of the steel support beams and corrugated metal bridge deck. Additional Info... AAA-Rated Harford County Bonds Sell at Historically Low 2% and 1.36% Interest Rates Harford County held its annual bond sale Tuesday, borrowing funds at the lowest interest rates in county history to pay for capital improvement projects. Additional Info... Harford Wins Rubble Landfill Case in Maryland’s Highest Court; Reversal of $45M Judgement Upheld Maryland’s highest court ruled Friday that Harford County will not have to pay $45.4 million to a plaintiff who sought to develop a rubble landfill thirty years ago near Havre de Grace. Additional Info... Harford County COVID-19 Update for April 24, 2020 County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following weekly update on COVID-19 in Harford County Additional Info... Harford’s First Confirmed COVID-19 Death Reported; Test Results Pending on “Probable Deaths” County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following weekly update today on the COVID-19 pandemic in Harford County Additional Info... Amos Mill Road Bridge Near Norrisville to Close May 4 for Repairs Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing Amos Mill Road Bridge #177 over Island Branch, which is between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) & Amos Road near Norrisville, on or about Monday, May 4 for about six weeks to complete bridge repairs. Additional Info... County Executive Glassman’s FY 21 Budget: Full Funding for Schools, No Tax Increases County Executive Barry Glassman today recommended a $948 million budget for Fiscal Year 2021 that fully funds the school board’s operating budget request, provides record level funding for public safety, the public library system & community college. Additional Info... Jericho Road Bridge to Close April 10 for Maintenance Baltimore County Department of Public Works will be closing Jericho Road Bridge over Little Gunpowder Falls at the Harford/Baltimore county line on Friday, April 10 for maintenance. Additional Info... Moores Mill Road in Bel Air Reopens Following Reconstruction Moores Mill Road from U.S. Business Route 1 to MD Route 924 in Bel Air has reopened as of 3 p.m. today following completion of a major reconstruction project. Additional Info... Harford County to Temporarily Broadcast Public Bid Openings via Webex Effective April 2 Due to statewide restrictions on public gatherings, and to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the Harford County Department of Procurement will be broadcasting bid openings publicly via Webex on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. until further notice. Additional Info... Weekly Update on COVID-19 Coronavirus from Harford County Executive Barry Glassman March 27, 2020 County Executive Barry Glassman has issued the following weekly update on the COVID-19 coronavirus in Harford County: Additional Info... VIDEO: Harford County Celebrates Women’s History Month – March 2020 Harford County Executive Barry Glassman welcomes you to celebrate Women's History Month by honoring June Weeks. Additional Info... Weekly Update on COVID-19 Coronavirus from Harford County Executive Barry Glassman March 20, 2020 County Executive Barry Glassman has issued the following weekly update on the COVID-19 coronavirus in Harford County: Additional Info... Updated Harford Transit LINK Operations: No Fixed Route Services; Limited Demand Response In response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and Governor Hogan’s State of Emergency directive to suspend public transportation to the general public across Maryland, Harford Transit LINK will follow the updated directive. Additional Info... Harford Transit LINK Operations Limited to Essential Services in COVID 19 Coronavirus Pandemic In response to the COVID 19 coronavirus pandemic, Harford TransitLINK will limit operations to protect the public while contin uing to provide essential bus transportation services. Additional Info... Oversized Vehicle to Slow Traffic En Route from Perryman to I-95 A heavy load on an oversized vehicle is expected to be moved on or about Friday morning, March 20, in the Perryman area and will slow traffic and require a half-hour road closure. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Declares State of Emergency Due to COVID-19 Pandemic County Executive Barry Glassman today declared a State of Emergency in Harford County due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Additional Info... Harford County Government Takes Precautions to Slow Spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus To protect the public and county employees, Harford County government has implemented new procedures to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Additional Info... To Slow Spread of COVID19, Harford Government Eliminates In-Person Payments Effective March 18 To slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Harford County government will no longer accept in-person payments at the county administration building in Bel Air. Additional Info... Harford Executive Glassman Statement on Armstrong Withdrawal from Rural Broadband Grant Application Harford County had partnered with Armstrong to apply for a federal grant to provide funding to assist internet provider Armstrong in reaching 1,400 additional customers. Armstrong said they would withdraw from their commitment to apply for the grant. Additional Info... Weekly Update on COVID-19 From Harford County Executive Barry Glassman County Executive has issued the following weekly update on the COVID-19 virus in Harford County: “I want to share what we know & what we are doing to keep you safe.At this time, we have not received reports of additional cases in Harford County. Additional Info... Harford County Senior Centers to Close March 13 as Precaution Against Coronavirus Harford County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the county’s senior centers closed effective Friday, March 13 until further notice, as a precaution against the spread of coronavirus among older adults. Additional Info...The 2020 Census is here. Done every 10 years, the census is a count of everyone living in the United States. It's easy, it's safe, it's important! Additional Info... County Executive Urges Public to Stay Calm, Stay Informed Following Coronavirus Case in Harford At a press conference today, County Executive Barry Glassman encouraged the public to stay calm and stay informed following news of a coronavirus case in Harford County. Additional Info... Harford Transit LINK Named Maryland’s 2019 Outstanding Transit System Harford Transit LINK was recognized in the areas of safety, operations, customer service, financial management, staff development, marketing, and community relations. The LINK was also named the Outstanding Transit System of the Year in 2017. Additional Info... Registration Open for Free Harford County Mental Health + Safety Education Program Harford County will offer a series of free classes on mental health and safety this spring for citizens as young as age 12 to prevent tragedies and help others in crisis. Topics are Stop the Bleed; C.A.L.M.; suicide prevention, and conflict resolution. Additional Info... Registration Open, Volunteers Needed for Harford Bike Camp for People with Differing Abilities Registration is open for Harford County’s popular summer camp for people with differing abilities ages 8 and older to learn and experience the thrill of bike riding. Additional Info... Raising Resilient, Successful Children: Practical Advice from Best-selling Author Jessica Lahey Teacher, international speaker, and celebrated author and columnist Jessica Lahey will present “The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed” on Thursday, March 12 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Patterson Mill High School. Additional Info... Harford Executive Proposes Phase-in of Kirwan in Baltimore City, Raising Teacher Salaries Statewide In testimony today before Maryland legislators, Harford County Executive Glassman supported the Kirwan Commission’s goals for education and proposed piloting its entire plan in Baltimore City while continuing its ramp up of teacher salaries statewide. Additional Info... Harford County Property Tax Credit Applications Due April 1 for Eligible Seniors, Retired Veterans Harford County is accepting applications through Wednesday, April 1 for eligible seniors and retired veterans to receive a 20% credit on their county property taxes next year. Additional Info... Harford County Retains AAA Bond Ratings; Highest Possible Ratings Reduce Borrowing Costs Harford County has retained its AAA rating by all three of the major independent bond-rating agencies. Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s, and Fitch each reaffirmed their highest possible rating for 2020, Additional Info... Harford County Earns Federal Historic Preservation Certification Harford County has been accepted to the Certified Local Government (CLG) program following approval by the Maryland Historical Trust and certification by the National Park Service. Additional Info... Harford to Host Minority & Small Business Resource Day February 25 To help minority-owned and small businesses thrive in Harford County, the Office of Community & Economic Development will host a resource day on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 in Bel Air. Additional Info... Harford County Flag Lowered, Moment of Silence February 10 for Fallen Deputies Dailey and Logsdon County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the Harford County flag lowered and plans a countywide moment of silence on Sunday, February 10 for two sheriff’s deputies who gave their lives in the line of duty three years ago. Additional Info... VIDEO: Harford County Honors Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton for Black History Month For Black History Month, County Executive Barry Glassman tells the amazing story of Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton, a Harford County native who earned the nation’s highest military honor for his actions in the Civil War. Additional Info... Registration Open for Harford County Expo for Transitioning Youth Set for Saturday, April 4 Registration is now open for a free conference to help teens and young adults with Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans transition successfully from high school to adulthood. Additional Info... Harford Earns 31st Consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from GFO Association Harford County Earns 31st Consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from Government Finance Officers Association Additional Info... Register Now for Harford County’s Free Emergency Preparedness Training Beginning Feb. 5 Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones in a range of hazardous situations. Registration is now open for Harford County’s FREE “Prepare Because You Care” emergency preparedness training program. Additional Info... SARC and Harford County Government Partner for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This is a national effort to raise awareness about teens, dating violence and how to promote positive and healthy relationships across the country. Dating violence is more common than many people think. Additional Info... Harford County Tourism-Related Funding Applications Available in February for FY 2021 Harford County will begin accepting funding applications in February from local nonprofits promoting tourism and related activities in Fiscal Year 2021. The application deadline is Friday, March 20, 2020. Additional Info... Eden Mill Road Reopened in Pylesville Following Emergency Bridge Replacement Eden Mill Road at the bridge over Big Branch in Pylesville has reopened to all traffic following successful completion of a bridge replacement project. Additional Info... Section of Madonna Road in Norrisville Reopened Harford County Department of Public Works has reopened Madonna Road between Telegraph Road and Mellow Road in the Norrisville area following the successful completion of a slope stabilization project. Additional Info... Harford County Accepting Applications for New Agri-business Incubator, The Grove, in Street The incubator named “The Grove” will offer rentable space at low cost for farmers, food processors, artists and other producers of homegrown goods to sell directly to consumers. Additional Info... DATE CORRECTED: Harford Transit LINK to Hold Public Hearings Feb. 10 on Annual Transportation Plan Harford Transit LINK will hold a public hearing on Harford County’s FY 2021 application to the Maryland Transit Administration and the Federal Transit Administration for state and federal funds to finance the FY 2021 transit service in Harford. Additional Info... Deadline Extended to Submit Nominations for 10th Annual Women of Tomorrow Awards The nomination deadline has been extended to Monday, February 3, 2020. Do you know an exceptional young woman in grade 7 - 12? Nominees should be a Harford resident making a difference in her school or community, positively impacting lives of others. Additional Info... Harford Executive Announces 32% Decline in Opioid Fatalities at Annual State of the County Address County Executive Barry Glassman called for national unity in his annual State of the County address on Tuesday and credited local partnerships for contributing to Harford’s progress. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Lauds School Board Decision to Start School After Labor Day County Executive Barry Glassman issued the following statement today in response to the Harford County Board of Education’s decision on Monday to start the 2020-21 school year after Labor Day. Additional Info... Harford County Outlines Legislative Priorities for Maryland General Assembly’s 2020 Session Harford County Executive Barry Glassman’s legislative priorities for the upcoming Maryland General session include state road improvements, funding to treat mental illness and addiction, and sustainable increases in education funding. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Invites Citizen Input on FY21 Budget Harford County Executive Barry Glassman will host a virtual town hall in January for citizens to share their priorities for the next county budget. Additional Info... Start 2020 with First Day Hikes in Harford County A great start to the New Year is a walk in the park! First Day Hikes are held nationwide on the first day of each year as a fun way to promote state parks and healthy living. Locally, Maryland State Park Service will offer 40 guided hikes on 33 parks. Additional Info... Ridge Road Reopened between Old Pylesville Road and Heaps School Road Ridge Road between Old Pylesville Road and Heaps School Road in Pylesville has reopened to all traffic following completion of a project to repair the failed slope. Additional Info... New U.S. Army Office to Facilitate Private Sector Engagement With Aberdeen Proving Ground The U.S. Army has opened a new office in Harford County to advance the mission of Aberdeen Proving Ground through private sector engagement. The U.S. Army Futures Command’s Network-Cross Functional Team (N-CFT) office opened on December 2. Additional Info... Section of Madonna Road in Norrisville to Close Dec. 6 for Two Weeks Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing Madonna Road between Telegraph Road and Mellow Road in the Norrisville area for a slope stabilization project. Additional Info... Santa’s Workshop for Children With Differing Abilities Dec. 14; Register to Meet Santa, Make Crafts Bringing the kids to see Santa is a tradition for many families, but for some children with differing abilities the noise and activity can be challenging. Additional Info... Intersection of Bynum Road & Water Tower Way in Forest Hill Reopened as a Roundabout Harford County Department of Public Works has completed an improvement project at the intersection of Bynum Road and Water Tower Way in Forest Hill, including construction of a roundabout. Additional Info... Shopping Small is Big for Harford County; Small Business Saturday is Nov. 30 Small businesses create jobs and boost local economies. November 30 is the tenth annual Small Business Saturday, a national appeal for holiday shoppers to “shop small” at local businesses. Additional Info... Harford Launches Interactive Map of Major County Road & Bridge Repair Projects Harford County maintains roads covering more than 1,000 miles - roughly the distance from Bel Air to Florida - and 223 bridges requiring dozens of major repair projects each year. Additional Info... Harford County Offers Online Christmas Tree Farm Finder; Holiday Safety Tips Harford County is home to a number of Christmas tree farms offering fresh trees and wreaths for the holiday season. Additional Info... Holiday Volunteer Opportunities; Where to Find Help in Harford County The Harford County Department of Community Services has compiled its annual list of nonprofits seeking volunteers and donations to help local citizens in need. Additional Info... Helping Seniors Avoid Scams; Harford County to Participate in International Fraud Awareness Week The Federal Trade Commission reports that fraudulent telemarketers direct up to 80% of their calls to seniors. To protect seniors and their families, Harford County will participate in International Fraud Awareness Week, Nov. 17 – 23, 2019. Additional Info... Harford County Encourages Family Dinnertime Conversations about Drugs and Alcohol On Wednesday, November 13, Harford County parents and caregivers are invited to join in the county’s fourth annual Night of Conversation by sitting down together, enjoying a meal with no distractions, and talking about drugs, alcohol, and addiction. Additional Info... Harford County to Close Ma & Pa Trail Walking Bridge Near Liriodendron Spur for Repairs Nov. 12 & 13 A walking bridge on the Ma & Pa Trail will be closing for repairs from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 and Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019. The bridge is located 0.6 miles from the Williams Street trailhead in Bel Air. Additional Info... Harford County’s Annual “No Shave November” Campaign Grows Cancer Awareness; Collecting Donations Harford County government is joining the campaign again this year by collecting new shaving supplies and other toiletries to support local veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness. Additional Info...Planning is underway in Harford County for the 2020 Census, which will determine how $675 billion in federal funds are distributed to support communities nationwide. Additional Info... Harford County Veterans Resource Fair Saturday, Nov. 9; Big Screen TV Giveaway Celebrating those who defend our nation, Harford County will host a resource fair for veterans, active duty military, and their families from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 9. This free, annual fair is a one-stop event for information for veterans Additional Info... Harford County Celebrates Employment of Citizens with Differing Abilities Celebrating the employment of citizens with disabilities, Harford's Department of Community Services’ Office of Disability Services & Commission on Disabilities honored several individuals & organizations at their annual Employment Recognition Luncheon. Additional Info... Harford Streams Summer Adventure 2019 Prize Winners Announced Participation in the fourth annual Harford Streams Summer Adventure exceeded 500 citizens in 2019, raising awareness and support for protecting Harford County’s streams and waterways. Additional Info... Schucks Road at Edwards Lane Reopened Following Road Improvement Project Schucks Road at Edwards Lane in Bel Air reopened to all through traffic on Tuesday, Oct. 15, following a Harford County road improvement project that was completed ahead of schedule. Additional Info... Harford County Honors 32 Volunteers at the 33rd Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards The stories of 32 selfless volunteers inspired guests at the 33rd Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards ceremony hosted by County Executive Barry Glassman on October 10 at the Bel Air Church of the Nazarene. Additional Info... New Website to Help Aberdeen Proving Ground, Surrounding Communities Plan for Growth Harford County’s Office of Community & Economic Development has launched a website, https://apg-chesapeakejlus.com, to support compatible land use and to help Aberdeen Proving Ground and neighboring communities thrive together as a defense community. Additional Info... Intersection of Bynum Road & Water Tower Way in Forest Hill to Close Oct. 14 Harford County Department of Public Works will close the intersection of Bynum Road and Water Tower Way in Forest Hill on Monday, Oct. 14 for an intersection improvement project, including construction of a traffic circle. Additional Info... Nearly 200 Jobseekers Attend Harford County Second Chance Job and Resource Fair Nearly 200 jobseekers attended Harford County’s annual Second Chance Job and Resource Fair on Thursday, September 26 at The EPICENTER in Edgewood. The event connects adults who have experienced incarceration with employment opportunities and resources. Additional Info... Amos Mill Road Bridge near Norrisville Reopened September 30 Harford County Department of Public Works reopened Amos Mill Road Bridge, located between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) and Amos Road, on September 30 following the first phase of repairs to the triple cell culvert. Additional Info... Harford County “SOCKtober” Collection Drive in October to Warm Neighbors in Need Warm socks, mittens & hats are greatly needed items at homeless shelters, yet they are among the least-often donated. To fill this gap, Harford County government, in partnership with Harford County Public Library & We Cancerve, is sponsoring “SOCKtober”. Additional Info... Register Now for Harford County’s Free Emergency Preparedness Training Beginning Nov. 6 Tragedies in the news are a powerful reminder that emergencies can happen anywhere at any time. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones in a range of hazardous situations. Additional Info... Harford County to Repair Two Ma & Pa Trail Walking Bridges; Temporary Closures Begin September 30 Two walking bridges on the Ma & Pa Trail will be closing, one at a time, for repairs & maintenance beginning on Monday, September 30, 2019. Harford County Parks & Recreation will close each bridge under repair from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. for two to three days. Additional Info... Harford County Honors Daughters of the American Revolution for Constitution Week Sept. 17 - 23 Harford County Executive Barry Glassman recognizing Daughters of the American Revolution during Constitution Week for their efforts to promote patriotism, preserve American history and support children’s education. Additional Info... Free Seminar for Small Businesses on Employee Health & Wellness October 16 in Harford County To help small businesses learn the legal requirements & explore resources for employee wellness, the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development will host a free seminar from 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16 at The GroundFloor. Additional Info... Job Seekers Invited to Harford County’s Second Chance Job and Resource Fair September 26 Harford County’s Second Chance Job and Resource Fair offers life-changing opportunities for those who have had past criminal charges or experienced incarceration. This year’s fair for job-seekers ages 18 and up will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Additional Info... Amos Mill Road Bridge near Norrisville to Close for Two Weeks Starting Sept. 16 Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing the Amos Mill Road Bridge, located between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) and Amos Road, on or about Monday, September 16, 2019. Additional Info... National Celebrities Help Harford County Celebrate National Recovery Month With help from some national celebrities, Harford County has released a music video for National Recovery Month. This inspiring video is intended to remove stigma, show community support, and send the powerful message that recovery is possible. Additional Info... “Instagram Ate My Daughter, My Son Won’t Stop Playing Fortnite, What Can I Do?”; Free Presentation Renowned psychologist, physician, and best-selling author Leonard Sax, MD, PhD, is coming to Harford County to discuss the addictive characteristics of social media and video games, and raising children in a society inundated with technology. Additional Info... Register for Harford County Mental Health + Safety Education Program; Free Classes Start Sept. 18 Harford County will offer a series of free classes this fall, empowering citizens as young as age 12 to prevent tragedies and help others in crisis. Topics will be Stop the Bleed, suicide prevention, conflict resolution, and mental health awareness. Additional Info... Harford County Executive Glassman Invites Citizens to Observe Moment of Silence for 9/11 Victims County Executive Barry Glassman invites all Harford County citizens to join him next week in a private moment of silence for the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Additional Info... Pleasantville Road Bridge in Baldwin to Close September 16 for 3-Month Repair Project Pleasantville Road Bridge in Baldwin will be closed for repairs for approximately three months beginning on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. The bridge is located over Little Gunpowder Falls on the Harford/Baltimore county line, two miles south of MD Route 152. Additional Info...Channel Road Bridge, located between Heaps Road and Carea Road in Norrisville, reopened at 5 p.m. today, August 30, 2019. Harford County Reopens Tollgate Road between Plumtree and W. Ring Factory Road in Bel Air Tollgate Road between Plumtree Road and W. Ring Factory Road in Bel Air reopened today following a major improvement project. Additional Info...Duncan Road Bridge, located between Long Corner Road and Church Lane in Norrisville, reopened on August 28, 2019. Additional Info... Harford County Unites to Celebrate Recovery from Addiction National Recovery Month in September raises awareness about substance use disorders and recognizes those who have overcome addiction. Additional Info... County Executive Glassman Names Dr. Steven J. Fountain Medical Director of Harford County EMS Dr. Fountain is an emergency medicine physician with the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health System and took on this role with the county, which includes serving as the medical director for the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. Additional Info... Glen Cove Road Bridge in Dublin to Close for Six Hours on Friday, Aug. 23 The temporary Glen Cove Road Bridge over Peddlers Run will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, August 23 for repairs to the bridge deck. The bridge located between MD Route 440 (Dublin Road) and Franklin Church Road will be closed to all traffic. Additional Info... Harford Opens New Roundabout at Maryland Routes 7 & 159 Harford County has opened a new roundabout at the intersection of Maryland Route 7 and Route 159 in Aberdeen, improving access to the county’s manufacturing, warehousing and e-commerce centers. Additional Info... Harford County Department of Emergency Services Open House Saturday, Sept. 7 Harford County’s Department of Emergency Services will hold an open house for citizens to learn about local emergency operations, emergency preparedness and lifesaving skills. Additional Info... New “Farm Finder” App Makes it Easy to Buy Local in Harford County Harford’s newest app makes it easy to enjoy homegrown products and help support family farms. The Harford Farm Finder is an online map of area agri-businesses selling healthy produce, meats, dairy products, delicious ice cream, craft beer, wine and more. Additional Info... Channel Road Bridge in Norrisville to Close Aug. 28 for Three Weeks Channel Road Bridge, located between Heaps Road and Carea Road in Norrisville, will be closed beginning on Wednesday, August 28 for approximately three weeks to allow the bridge to be cleaned and painted. Additional Info... Duncan Road Bridge in Norrisville to Close Aug. 26 for Three Weeks The Duncan Road Bridge, located between Long Corner Road and Church Lane in Norrisville, will be closed beginning on Monday, August 26 for approximately three weeks to allow the bridge to be cleaned and painted. Additional Info... St. Clair Bridge Road between MD Route 165 and North Bend Road to Close Aug. 17 for Bridge Cleaning St. Clair Bridge Road between MD Route 165 and North Bend Road in Jarrettsville will be closed for approximately three weeks beginning on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019. Additional Info... Laurel Brook Road & Putnam Road Bridges in Fallston Reopen Following Cleaning, Painting Two bridges in Fallston have reopened following a bridge cleaning and painting project by Harford County Department of Public Works. Additional Info... Harford County Plans Website "Refresh" to Improve Citizen Access to Government Information To continue improving your access to county government information, we are planning a “refresh” of the homepage of the county website, www.harfordcountymd.gov. Read on... Harford County Seeks Volunteers, Sponsors to Make Wheelchair Costumes; Applications Available Halloween is a time for kids to let their imaginations run wild! Dressing up in costumes and trick-or-treating is a popular tradition for many families. Yet, for some children who use a wheelchair this can be a challenge. Additional Info... Maryland Court Rules in Harford County’s Favor on Rubble Landfill Case Harford County Executive Barry Glassman announced today that the Maryland Court of Special Appeals has ruled in the county’s favor in the long-running legal matter brought by Maryland Reclamation Associates, Inc. (MRA). Additional Info... Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be Held at Scarboro on August 6 The Harford County Department of Public Works invites county residents to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Additional Info... Schucks Road at Edwards Lane to Close Aug. 12 for Road Improvement Project Beginning on Monday, August 12, Schucks Road at Edwards Lane in Bel Air will be closed to all through traffic for a four-month road improvement project. School buses, emergency vehicles and local residents will have limited access during this time. Additional Info... Tollgate Yard Trim Drop Off in Bel Air Closed July 25 – 27 for Harford Farm Fair Harford County’s Tollgate Yard Trim Drop Off Facility in Bel Air will be temporarily closed from Thursday, July 25 through Saturday, July 27 to minimize traffic in the area of the Harford County Farm Fair. Additional Info... Putnam Road Bridge in Fallston to Close Aug. 2 for Three-Week Bridge Maintenance Project Putnam Road Bridge, located between Phillips Mill Road and Pleasantville Road in Fallston, will be closed to all traffic beginning on Friday, August 2 for a bridge cleaning and painting project. The closure is expected to last for three weeks. Additional Info...The Boggs Road Bridge, located between High Point Road and Grafton Shop Road in Forest Hill, reopened earlier today to all traffic. Additional Info... Section of East Ring Factory Road in Bel Air Closed for Sewer Main Repair Ring Factory Road between MD 924 and Vermont Road in Bel Air will be closed for up to one week for repairs to a sewer main. There will be no disruption in water or sewer service to area residents during the repair period. Additional Info... Harford County Disabilities Commission Seeks Nominees for 2019 Employment Recognition Awards The awards highlight the accomplishments of employees with disabilities, and recognize employers who give them the opportunity to join and excel in the workforce. The deadline for nominations is Friday, September 13, 2019. Additional Info... Employers Wanted for Harford County’s Second Chance Job and Resource Fair on September 26 Harford County employers are invited to register for the 2019 Second Chance Job and Resource Fair, which offers opportunities to citizens who have had past criminal charges or experienced incarceration. Additional Info... Harford County Public Library Branches to Serve as “Cooling Centers” July 17 - 21 With the heat index expected to exceed 105 degrees, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, in cooperation with the Public Library & the Health Department, will offer “cooling centers” at library branches from July 17 through July 21, 2019. Additional Info... Glen Cove Road Bridge in Darlington to Close During Daytime Hours July 23 - 25 Beginning on or about Tuesday, July 23, Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing the temporary Glen Cove Road Bridge over Peddlers Run to all traffic from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for approximately two days. Additional Info... Section of Green Road in Northwestern Harford Reopened Following 10-Month Bridge Reconstruction Harford County has successfully completed a bridge reconstruction project on Green Road, and the road reopened today between Long Corner Road and Kirkwood Shop Road. This section of Green Road had been closed for 10 months during reconstruction. Additional Info... Harford County Celebrates 19 Champions for Children and Youth Harford County honored 19 individuals who have improved the livesof local youth at the 2019 Champions for Children and Youth Awards held June 21 at Harford Community College’s Chesapeake Center in Bel Air. Additional Info... Harford County Contributes to Memorial Fund for Medal of Honor Recipient Sgt. Alfred. B. Hilton The Memorial Fund Committee was formed in 2016 to help recognize and honor Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton, a Harford County native, who fought for the Union during the Civil War and is Harford County’s only Medal of Honor recipient. Additional Info...

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