Tuesday, May 14, 2024

The BOCC will meet Tuesday, May 21, at 10:30 a.m. 

Watch the May 14, 2024 meeting


Watch live on Calvert County Government's YouTube channel, the Meetings on Demand page or on Comcast channel 99 or 1070 HD.


Citizens who wish to provide public comment are invited to attend public meetings or can provide comment by dialing in by phone at the published time. To provide dial-in comment, call 301-715-8592 and enter the Meeting ID 899 4188 8251 and passcode #. Callers will be provided further instruction during the meeting on how to indicate you wish to speak.

It's Primary Election Day!

If you haven't voted yet, scroll down to find important voting information to help you exercise your right to vote and help determine who will be on the ballot in November. 


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Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Polling centers are open until 8 p.m.

(Any voters who are already in line at 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote.)


You may bring your sample ballot with you when you cast your vote. 


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☑️ Voter Registration: Eligible residents can register to vote and vote the same day at any voting location while polls are open.


☑️ Vote by Mail: Completed mail-in ballots may be submitted one of three ways:


  • By mail using the included prepaid envelope. Ballots must be postmarked no later than May 14.
  • Placing it in one of the four secure drop boxes provided throughout the county, until Tuesday, May 14, at 8 p.m.:


  • Community Resources Building, 30 Duke St. in Prince Frederick
  • Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane in Lusby
  • Calvert Library Fairview Branch, 8120 Southern Maryland Blvd. in Owings
  • Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave. in Chesapeake Beach
  • Drop off with election workers at any polling location in Calvert County.


☑️ Transportation: Residents have access to various transportation providers. Regularly scheduled public transportation service will be available during early voting and on primary election day. Visit www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/BusSchedules for fares, routes and schedules.


  • Public Transportation provides point to point paratransit services upon request for qualifying seniors or disabled to all polling locations, except Plum Point Elementary. Learn more at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/ParaTransit.
  • The Office on Aging coordinates with Lifestyles, Inc. to provide point to point service for seniors and persons with disabilities at a sliding scale; please contact the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606 for more information.


☑️ Preliminary Results: After Maryland polls close on Tuesday, May 14, citizens can tune in to the Calvert County Government channels on YouTube or Comcast channel 99 or 1070 to view preliminary results for state and local contests.

Preliminary results will not be released until all polls in Maryland have closed. All results are unofficial until all mail-in and provisional ballots have been canvassed and counted and results are certified by the Election Board. 


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Where to Go for Voting Information

Know where to look for accurate, up-to-date voting information


👉 Website: www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/Vote

Access a wealth of resources, news and information all designed to facilitate your participation in the democratic process.


👉 Facebook: www.Facebook.com/CalvertElectionBoard

Follow for continuous updates and reminders, straight from the source.


Stay informed, stay involved and let your voice be heard!

The commissioners' FY 2025 operating and capital improvement budget is available for public review. The BOCC will hold a public hearing May 16. View the FY 2025 budget.


📅 Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7 p.m.

📍 Commissioners Hearing Room, Calvert County Courthouse (175 Main St., Prince Frederick) Find full public hearing participation details.

Individuals who cannot attend the public hearing may submit written comments. These written comments may be submitted by emailing Dawn.Wood@calvertcountymd.gov or by mail to the BOCC at 175 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Calvert County Water & Sewer customers are encouraged to provide feedback during the FY 2025 budget public comment period on the proposed tiered billing structure. The proposed rates are part of the FY 2025 commissioners' budget.


Learn about tiered billing in our FAQs

📺 Watch the May 7 work session

📊 Review the slide presentation on rate study findings

📣 Participate in the May 16 public hearing


Tiered billing will not affect residents with well and septic.

New and growing local businesses are a sign of economic vitality. Hot off the heels of Business Appreciation Week 2024, join us in congratulating 10 businesses that have opened, expanded or relocated recently.


The Calvert County Department of Economic Development provides a number of resources to support the growth and development of county businesses. Learn about our team and the free services we provide.

Parks & Recreation will host Community Appreciation Day to thank community members for your positive impact and continued support. This free family event features a variety of activities for all ages, live music and games.


📅 Sunday, June 2, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

📍 Hallowing Point Park (4755 Hallowing Point Road, Prince Frederick)


Learn more about Community Appreciation Day.

Stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability, but quick intervention can significantly decrease the brain damage that strokes often cause.


Learn about stroke symptoms, risk factors and prevention tips at HealthyCalvert.org.


Calvert County is proud to be a "Stroke Smart" county! Learn more and find an upcoming health screening event near you during Stroke Awareness Month in May. 

“Commissioners’ Reports” is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from the BOCC meetings and the latest county news. Find it on our YouTube channel and subscribe to stay up to date.

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Visit the Calvert County Government website for past editions of Calvert Currents.

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