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Neighborhood Associations
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your Neighborhood's Past!
Baltimore County; community history; services of local history; Interactive map
for locating and browsing information about historic properties
My
Neighborhood
Interactive maps maintained by the county government, specialized for
facilities, historic properties and zoning
Re Discover Your Neighborhood Downtown
Shop, dine, and explore! Baltimore County is home to a dozen lively neighborhood
downtowns. Experience the
personal service, unique products and services, and convenience of the county's
traditional shopping areas.
Baltimore County Government Resources
Baltimore County Government
Gateway to
County government services
Baltimore County Council Annual Schedule
Annual schedule
of legislative sessions and work sessions
Baltimore
County Office of Planning
Review advance agendas of
Planning Board meetings
Baltimore
County Permits and Development Management
Information on zoning, building codes,
livability codes. Download forms, use permits, petitions and zoning-related
services used in the zoning process
Community Planners by Councilmanic District
Each Councilmanic District was its own community planner. They provide valuable information about issues in your area
Finding
your Local Officials Fast
Baltimore
County; Baltimore City; Maryland; U.S. Names, office addresses, phone and fax
numbers for all local representatives
Historic Preservation
An overview of preservation information. Interactive map for locating historic
properties and districts
My Neighborhood: Zoning
Provides location and general information about zoning designations and land
use in your neighborhood
National Resources for Effectiveness
Community Associations Institute
A national voice for
condominiums, cooperatives and homeowners associations. Provides education
and resources to all types of association-governed communities
Introduction to Community Associations Living [PDF]
Download a free homeowner's association education course manual; contains key
documents to use in governing these associations
Finding Community Services
Local Government |
Local Media | Specific Government
Services | Useful Contacts
Local Government
Baltimore
County under the Home Rule Charter is governed by an elected
County Executive
and a seven-member County
Council
Baltimore County
Government
Gateway to County government services
Elected Officials And Departments
List of local government officials and departments
Baltimore Business
Journal
Baltimore regional business daily
Baltimore Sun
The major daily newspaper for the region
The Baltimore Chronicle and Sentinel
Monthly news stories and opinions not found in other media. "Sentinel"
newspaper insert reports progressive and alternative news and viewpoints
Baltimore Magazine
Monthly guide to all that is Baltimore
Baltimore's
Child
Monthly source of information
about services and events for parents and children
City Paper
Baltimore's alternative source of news and opinions weekly
Community Times Online
Weekly newspaper serving Reisterstown, Owings Mills, Glyndon
and Randallstown
The Daily Record
Maryland business and legal news
Dundalk Eagle
Weekly newspaper serving Dundalk and Edgemere
The
Jeffersonian
Newspaper of public
record for Baltimore County
Jewish Times
Baltimore's oldest and largest Jewish weekly publication
Patuxent Publishing
Newspapers serving
area communities. Local area papers include:
Arbutus Times,
Catonsville Times,
Northeast Reporter,
Owings Mills Times,
Towson Times,
Northeast Booster,
North County News
Radio Stations
The websites of local radio stations in Maryland
Senior Digest
Large-print newspaper from the Baltimore County Department of Aging
Television
Stations
The websites of local television stations in Maryland
Specific Government Services
Seniors
Services of the Department of Aging
Children and Youth
Links to Connections: children, youth and family resources in the county
People with Disabilities
Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities
Goodwill Industries Donation Center Locations
Maryland Comptroller of the
Treasury
Tax help and forms
Maryland Insurance Administration
Insurance company ratings, important phone numbers, complaint filing
Online Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Forms
Social Security Office Locator
Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP)
Getting Around County and State
Driving |
Maryland Mass Transit Administration | Other
Transportation Contacts
Traffic
Volume Maps [PDF]
Annually updated. Shows the annual average daily traffic on the county's
roadways. Helpful for planning the commute
Maryland Mass Transit Administration
MARC Commuter Rail Service
Schedules; pass sales outlet
Metro Subway
Schedules; fares and passes
Light Rail
Schedules; fares and passes
Amtrak
Trains and destinations; reservations; fares; tickets
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Check flight status; directions and parking; airlines and schedules
Maryland
Department of Transportation
Gateway to information about vehicles and drivers; travel and tourism; helpful
maps of highways
Baltimore County Rideshare
Serving Baltimore and Carroll Counties. Find carpool partners, a van pool, or
other transit options
Maryland Scenic Byways
Order or view maps of the 31 State Scenic Byways
State Highway Administration
Other
maps: order official highway; bicycle trails maps and others
| Highway Distances in miles from Towson | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| City | Miles | City | Miles |
| Annapolis, MD | 34 |
New York, NY | 182 |
| Baltimore City, MD | 8 | Philadelphia, PA | 93 |
| Boston, MA | 390 | Pittsburgh, PA | 220 |
| Chicago, IL | 676 | Richmond, VA | 152 |
| Gettysburg, PA | 48 | Washington, DC | 46 |
Source: Maryland Department of
Economic and Employment Development.
Baltimore County, Maryland Brief Economic Facts.
Activity Calendar - Baltimore County
Find out what's going on/add an activity to the calendar
Arts and Entertainment InfoCenter
Library selected sites
Holidays and Events InfoCenter
Library selected sites
Sports and Recreation InfoCenter
Library selected sites
Baltimore County Recreation and Parks
Listing of all county parks and facilities
Program Guide - Baltimore County Recreation and Parks
Search for recreation programs and activities in your neighborhood.
Help for Newcomers
Real Estate Resources |
Telephone Service
Energy Choices
Frequently Asked Questions. A list of qualified suppliers.
Child Care
What are the options,
regulations; advice on finding care
Comcast
County cable television service provider. All services are described
MVA Expressway
How to title and register a
vehicle; how to apply for driver's license; request driving records online
Water Services
Baltimore City Department of Public Works Home Page
Getting Things Done in
Maryland
Portal for various State
services
Real Estate Resources
Area Newspaper Real Estate Information
Search for new, existing
homes, apartments
Homeowner's Guide to
Property Tax Assessment (MD)
Handbook produced by the Maryland Department of Taxation and Assessments
Mortgage
Rates
Service of the Baltimore Sun newspaper. Updated regularly
Verizon
Major provider in Maryland area. All services are described
Alternative providers
Companies offering local telephone service in Maryland. Listing provided by the
Maryland Public Service Commission
Baltimore County Public Schools
School Boundary Information
Enter your address to find the schools in your neighborhood
Continuing Education
Community
College of Baltimore County has learning options to expand and sharpen skills
Education and Homework InfoCenter
Library
selected sites
Local Colleges and Universities
Directory information with links to each institution
Baltimore County Non-Public Schools
Directory of schools approved by the Maryland State Department of Education
Local Private Career
Schools
Listing of state approved career training schools and programs
This page is provided by the Baltimore County Public Library, Towson, Maryland USA.
The text version of this page was last revised on
26 August 2008.
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26 August 2008.
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