Howard County, MD
County in Maryland
United States
Howard County, MD launched the Transform Howard initiative to foster digital inclusion
Howard County launched the Transform Howard initiative to foster digital inclusion by improving community access to broadband. The Transform Howard initiative announced a series of actions including improving accessibility features on the county's mobile-friendly website, establishing an Office of Broadband and Digital Inclusion, expanding Wi-Fi at local parks, and distributing digital devices to residents.
Howard County, MD
United States
Howard County, MD Police Department launches a one-year drone pilot program
The Howard County Police Department purchased three drones for $33,800 to test their effectiveness in assisting police during search-and-rescue operations and collecting photographic evidence from crime scenes. Ten police officers have been trained and certified as remote pilots.
Howard County, MD
United States
Howard County, MD developed CAREAP platform to connect residents with resources
Howard County Health Department developed this web-based platform which contains a comprehensive, searchable directory of resources and an online referral system. This tool connects residents with necessary resources by improving existing services and identifying resource gaps.
Howard County, MD
United States
Howard County, MD created an online utility billing portal so citizens can review water/sewage bills
This utility billing portal is a secure web-based solution that provides Howard County residents with an online tool to review their water/sewage utility account. This portal includes consumption, payment history, bill payments, and customer service requests.
Howard County, MD
United States