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WELCOME The Honorable Doctor Calvin Ball was elected to represent the 2nd District in 2006 and was subsequently unanimously voted to serve as Chairperson of the Howard County Council. District 2 includes the Columbia villages of Long Reach and Oakland Mills as well as Elkridge, Ellicott City, and Jessup. Councilperson Ball is dedicated to the civic empowerment and engagement of our communities. Therefore, he will develop and strengthen his partnerships within the district by reaching out to various community organizations. As a result, a cooperative and cohesive support system can amount to positive results when dealing with our community issues and concerns. Feel free to contact our office with questions, comments, or concerns you may have at (410) 313-3105. I would like to update the District 2 database regarding contact information for those who hold leadership positions in your HOA. Please contact me via email or phone to update our database when changes occur. Thank you The District 2 E-Newsletter was introduced in November 2006 to bring up to date information and news to our community on a monthly basis. All of the e-newletters are listed below and can be accessed by clicking on the link. If you would like to receive the e-newsletter, just e-mail us at cbball@howardcountymd.gov E-Newsletters 2009 January 2009 E-Newsletters 2008 January 2008 E-Newsletters 2007 January 2007 E-Newsletters 2006 Howard County H1N1 Awareness H1N1 or swine flu is an illness caused by a new form of the flu virus. The virus is spreading from person-to-person just like the regular flu. Report Illegal Signs You can help us by reporting Illegal Signs with a new online form. The form is available Here. Please be sure to describe the location of the illegal sign in the free-form textual area at the bottom of the form. What constitutes an illegal sign? Council Member Calvin Ball Launches His Second Annual Financial Literacy Summit - April 19, 2008! The importance of financial literacy can enhance a person’s knowledge about the available products and services available to assist in achieving financial freedom. In today’s complex economy, it isn’t too often that consumers are aware of the vast array of financial services available to suit their needs and circumstances. That is why I am launching my second annual Financial Literacy Summit on April 19, 2008 at Howard Community College’s Café on the Quad. This spring, County Executive Ken Ulman will once again declare April Financial Literacy Month in Howard County. With that, it is my goal to have another Financial Literacy Summit. This year’s event will be somewhat different. I envision it as time for the public to engage with a panel of five individuals who represent some of our strongest entities in moving financial literacy forward in Howard County. On Saturday, April 19, 2008, tables and booths that address financial literacy issues will be set up from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. From 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., a panel of our financial education leaders will provide a wealth of information for our citizens to become better equipped with the knowledge and skills to evaluate and identify those options that best suit their needs. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors about this informative and innovative event!
Café on the Quad / Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway • Columbia, Maryland 21044 / 11:00 AM / Contact: Melania Pender, 410-313-3105 Financial Literacy 2007 The first annual Howard County Financial Literacy Summit was held on March 1, 2007. Below are links to the Agenda, the results of the Summit and a follow-up to the Summit. Agenda Council Member Calvin Ball's Testimony to the General Assembly To read the Bill, click on the Bill number. The soaring rates of foreclosures are just one indication that we must do a better job in educating our citizens in the practical aspects of money management. Many families today are living paycheck to paycheck with no financial cushion in case of emergencies. The organizations that provide a social safety net are stretched to the braking point. In the 21st century, it is imperative that average consumers be financially literate. The consequences of a lack of financial literacy include mountains of debt, bankruptcies, broken homes, and shattered dreams. Elements of financial literacy are best presented to today's young people so that they can act prudently and avoid financial distress. In this case, as in many others, an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.
As part of our Constitutionally-mandated “thorough and efficient” educational system, students must be taught how to set financial goals, how to establish budgets, how to make decisions about financial services, how to use credit, and how to shop wisely. This kind of education would best be implemented through a course in financial literacy. A course in financial literacy would also help young people to choose a career, to make wise investments, to purchase insurance, to understand consumer contracts, and to use basic economic concepts.
For these reasons, I urge you to pass HB 1271, and SB 714. These Bills, which would lead to a course in financial literacy, are an important first step in addressing the myriad of problems we face when people use money and credit with insufficient training and knowledge.
The soaring rates of foreclosures are just one indication that we must do a better job in educating our citizens in the practical aspects of money management. Many families today are living paycheck to paycheck with no financial cushion in case of emergencies. The organizations that provide a social safety net are stretched to the braking point. In the 21st century, it is imperative that average consumers be financially literate. The consequences of a lack of financial literacy include mountains of debt, bankruptcies, broken homes, and shattered dreams. Elements of financial literacy are best presented to today's young people so that they can act prudently and avoid financial distress. In this case, as in many others, an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.
As part of our Constitutionally-mandated “thorough and efficient” educational system, students must be taught how to set financial goals, how to establish budgets, how to make decisions about financial services, how to use credit, and how to shop wisely. In all likelihood, this kind of education would best be implemented through a course in financial literacy. A course in financial literacy would also help young people to choose a career, to make wise investments, to purchase insurance, to understand consumer contracts, and to use basic economic concepts.
For these reasons, I urge you to pass HB 1242, and SB 533. These Bills, which would create a task force to evaluate the extent of the problem and recommend ways to improve financial literacy among our citizenry, are an important first step in addressing the myriad of problems we face when people use money and credit with insufficient training and knowledge. Proposed legislation introduced can be accessed by clicking here: Pending Legislation The following legislation was sponsored/co-sponsored by Calvin: 2009 CR5-2009 CB42-2009 2008 ENRCB26-2008 ENRCR34-2008
ENRCB64-2008 2007 CB5-2007 ENRCB6-2007 CB9-2007 ENRCB10-2007 CB12-2007 CB32-2007 CB51-2007 CB66-2007 CB67-2007 CB68-2007 CR15-2007 CR22-2007 CR144-2007 2006 ENRCB57-2006 ENRCB58-2006 ENRCB59-2006 CB75-2006 CR93-2006 CR107-2006 CR145-2006 Take Part in Community Policing! Slow Down Speeders in Your Community!- The S.M.A.R.T Community Program The Speed Monitoring and Awareness Radar Team is a community awareness initiative in which citizens can take an active role in solving the problem of speeders in our communities. The police department offers a training program to instruct participants in the use of radar equipment, proper data collection, and appropriate behavior while conducting the monitoring. The program is restricted to monitoring speeds on residential streets with a posted speed limit of 35 m.p.h. or less. The police department and traffic engineering will review data collected to assist communities in their efforts to reduce speeding. For more information and details please contact the Traffic Enforcement Section at 410-313-4750 The Health Department is pleased to support the Howard County Police in their efforts to address the issue of school violence prevention. The School Violence Tip Line telephone number is (410) 313-3250 and is available 24 hours a day. You have the option to leave a message or speak with someone directly. Howard County Fire and Rescue Reminds You to Check All Smoke Alarms What kind of smoke alarm should I get? There are two basic types of smoke alarms: Photoelectric: designed to detect smoldering, slow burning fires Ionization: designed to detect flaming, fast burning fires Both types are equally effective and neither requires you to be familiar with the inner workings of the deveice. However, please be sure to purchase smoke detectors approved by a major testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories, Inc (UL). Where should I install my smoke alarms? At least one smoke alarm is needed on each floor, however, one in every room is highly recommended. Smoke alarms should be able to be heard in bedrooms. Smoke alarms are best placed on ceilings since smoke rises. However, if the ceiling is below an uninsulated attic or in a mobile home, the alarm should be mounted on the wall six inches below the ceiling. How should I maintain my smoke alarm? • Replace batteries every six months and/or when a "chirping" sound is heard. • Replace smoke alarms every 10 years. • Test and clean your smoke alarm monthly. • It is advisable to vacuum your smoke detector twice a year to remove any cooking grease or dust. • Do not remove smoke alarm batteries in nuissance situations or borrow batteries for other devices. Consider buying smoke alarms • with a "hush" feature instead. A Few Important things to Remember! - Children under the age of 12 are not allowed in the Off-Leash Area. Dogs can and will play roughly and it is not safe for the children or the dog owners. - It is your responsibility to clean up after your dog! No one else should or will do that for you. - Dogs have different styles of play. Know your dog before you visit the park and be sensitive to other dogs and their owners. Watch your dog closely and be prepared to intervene if necessary. '08-'09 Off-Leash Permit We are also pleased to provide a link to Animal Advocates Who’s Digging in Your Community? Many of our constituents have brought to our attention issues concerning utility contractors digging in their community. Many of these contractors are sub-contractors of major utility companies. To determine the name of the contractor and the utility company they are representing, please go to Miss Utility. This website is very informative and frequently updated with up-to-the-minute information on each and every project involving excavation around utilities. For additional information, please call Miss Utility at(410)712-0056. The Howard County Office of the Cable Administrator oversees the performance of cable providers in Howard County. Complaints are investigated, corrected, and reported to the Howard County Cable Advisory Committee. This committee along with the Cable Administrator advises the County Executive and the County Council on all issues related to cable providers. If you are having cable related issues, you may submit your complaint online at Cable What's happening in Howard County! Would you like to know what’s happening in the County? Click here for the County’s News and Events calendar. See what HCC's Kids on Campus Program has to offer! Howard Community College’s Kids on Campus is nationally recognized for its enrichment education program for youth ages 7 to 17. Kids on Campus even offers sports activities and PSAT/SAT test preparation. To find out how your child can have fun while learning, click here Kids on Campus The Health Department would like to remind citizens to protect themselves from Lyme Disease. If you like to camp, hike and work in gardens, you are susceptible to tick bites. It is important that you educate yourselves on how to take precautions to prevent tick bites. To learn more about how you can protect yourself log on to Lyme Disease Need help looking for Child Care? The Howard County Office of Children’s Services provides a free referral service to help parents locate child care. This free and personalized resource and referral counseling service is designed to help parents choose a quality child care program that meets their needs. For more information go to Child Care. Or you may call 410-313-1930. Pet Clean-up, Licenses and Leash Laws! Pet Owners! Please be sure to clean up after your pet. Pet owners are responsible for immediately removing excrement deposited by their pets on property that is not their own and disposing of it in a sanitary manner. Pet owners are also required to remove an accumulation of pet waste from their property to prevent annoying odors. The Animal Control Division (410-313-2780) can furnish further information. Cat & Dog Licenses Licenses are required for all cats and dogs over the age of four months living in the county. You may purchase a license at the Department of Inspections, Licenses, and Permits (410-313-2455). The proper fee, a current rabies certificate and proof of neutering, if applicable, are required. Howard County Leash Law When domestic animals are not confined on their owner’s property, the county requires that they be on a leash or properly restrained and under the direct control of a responsible person. Call Animal Control (410-313-2780) for details. County Recycling Program participants may now place their recyclables out all together. Metal cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles and jars can be combined with mixed paper and cardboard, without any need for bagging or binding the paper separately. One bin or see-through bag will be all you need for your recyclable containers, mixed paper and cardboard. Yardwaste will still be placed out separately. Having trouble finding see-through bags! Then you need a recycling bin! The Bureau of Environmental Services offers Curbside Recycling Bins (blue bins) for a low cost. You may purchase them at the following locations: Alpha Ridge Landfill 18 gallon - $ 5.00 How Can You Participate in HC Government? Your comments are welcome as the County Council reviews legislation. Every third Monday there are public hearings scheduled for testimony to be heard on legislation introduced on the first Monday of the month .You may testify in person or simply submit your testimony by email or fax. All legislative public hearings will take place in the Board Room at the Board of Education, 10901 Route 108, Ellicott City. REPORT STREET LIGHT OUTAGES To report out street lights you can e-mail your outages at Report Street Light Outage. By phone you can contact BG&E at 410-685-0123. To expedite repair service remember to have the specific location of the light and its pole number which is located on its metal tag. IS YOUR STREET LACKING SUFFICIENT LIGHT? If you feel your street is lacking sufficient light, the County may be able to provide you with several options. Although the County’s lighting policy only supports new installation of street lights for vehicle safety at crosswalks, intersections, curves, and midblock locations, the County can suggest new light fixture replacements to improve light distribution. If you would like to request a street light, you can contact the County Traffic Engineering office at (410) 313-2430. The office will assess the request and notify the requestor of its decision. Information on Scheduled Hearings Alcoholic Beverage Hearing Board, please click Here. Board of Appeals, please click Here Council Calendar of Meetings Here County Calendar of Events Here Hearing Examiner, please click Here Zoning Board, please click Here Listed below from the brochure "Guide to resolving neighborhood problems" we have provided useful contact information regarding your community questions and concerns. Remember, we are here to assist you with any issue you may have. Please do not hesitate to call us for help. Public Health - 410-313-2640 Landlord Tenant Issues - 410-313-6320 Rental Housing - 410-313-1830 Open Space / Land Park - 410-313-4730 Public Health - 410-313-2640 Public Works - 410-313-4400 Public Works After hours for emergencies-410-313-2929 Sign Code - 410-313-1830 Zoning Regulations - 410-313-2350 |
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