Ellicott City / Maryland / United States
Howard County, Md., has a population of more than 270,000 residents. The county has various full-time departments and volunteer committees, including health, finance, citizen services, fire and rescue, parks and recreation, planning and zoning, police, public works, and technology and communication services. The Department of Finance ensures proper collection, protection, investment and allocation of financial resources. It provides financial services to citizens, taxpayers, businesses, agencies and employees of the county. Its budget office prepares the annual fiscal plan and special management and financial reports for the administration. The department collects various taxes, including real property, fire taxes, trash fees, water and sewer charges, front-foot charges and state bay restoration fees. Its office is located in Ellicott City, Md.
