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Calvert County Government
Government Administration
Prince Frederick, Maryland 2,112 followers
Responsible and accountable to its citizens by providing effective, efficient services
About us
Founded in 1654, Calvert County is one of the oldest counties in the United States with a rich and diverse history. Residents and visitors alike enjoy this quiet, waterside community nestled between the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay. A lively of arts and entertainment culture, water-based recreation and family-friendly attractions keep our locals and visitors entertained year-round. It’s easy to see why Calvert County’s small town character continues to attract newcomers as one of the best areas to live, work and raise a family. Though it’s Maryland’s smallest county in land area – 213 square miles – Calvert County is home to more than 90,000 people and has one of the highest standards of living in the state. Prince Frederick, the county seat, is located 35 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles south of Baltimore. Within easy reach of Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Joint Base Andrews, Annapolis, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Calvert County is home to several major industries including defense contracting, information technology, tourism, energy, advanced manufacturing and administrative services. Calvert County is governed by a five-member board of county commissioners elected to four-year terms. The county employs nearly 1,300 people in 11 departments who are committed to providing excellent customer service and transparency in all we do.
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http://www.calvertcountymd.gov
External link for Calvert County Government
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- Government Administration
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Prince Frederick, Maryland
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- 1654
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175 Main St
Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678, US
Employees at Calvert County Government
Updates
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Great news for Calvert County businesses! The county officially launched its Local Business Preference Program to give you a competitive edge when bidding on county contracts. The Local Business Preference Program offers a percentage-based preference to Calvert County-based businesses in the bidding process. Residents receive a 5% deduction on their bid price when competing for contracts valued below $30,000 and 5% up to $25,000 on contracts over $30,000. The program applies to the county's formal and informal solicitations for goods and services. Learn more about the Local Business Preference Program online at https://lnkd.in/eepKPtqK. If you have any questions, contact the Department of Finance & Budget at 410-535-1600 or procurement@calvertcountymd.gov.
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Do you want to make a positive impact in your community or start a new career path? The Department of Public Safety is hiring Temporary Career EMS Paramedics! Learn more about the position and apply at https://ow.ly/yWaH50TpfcG. Applications are open, and there is no deadline. Join a dynamic team and expand your skills while serving your community! #nowhiring #calvertcountygovernment #calvertcountyjob #governmentjob #localgovernmentjob #somd #somdjob
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Want to be more involved in government? Voting in the upcoming election is a key civic duty! Eligible voters may submit their ballots by mail, vote early or cast their votes in person on Election Day. Learn more about the voting process, find your polling place and register to vote at https://lnkd.in/efZnfuaD. #CalvertCounty #CivicDuty #ElectionReady #GetInvolved #GetOutAndVote #MakeYourVoteCount #Vote2024 #VoteCalvert #VoteLocal #YourVoiceMatters #YourVoteYourFuture
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Before you purchase wire or cut the pipe...have you applied for a permit? Electrical and plumbing permit applications can be submitted by Registered Master Electricians and Licensed Master Plumbers & Gas Fitters, in Calvert County, through the new Encompass online permit portal! Permits cover a wide variety of commercial and residential projects and help Calvert County ensure that projects are done safely and in compliance electrical and plumbing/gas codes. Permitting protects you, our community and our natural resources. Apply for your or your business's permit at https://lnkd.in/efV8U3wT. Double check if your project needs a permit at all at https://lnkd.in/eP843PBw!
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Big News—www.OurCalvert.org got a redesign! Finding local resources and services just got easier! OurCalvert.org has a brand-new look, making it even simpler to connect with real-time information about programs and resources in Calvert County. Visit www.OurCalvert.org today and explore everything from financial assistance to childcare resources!
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Discover a NEW way to engage with your community. Our online platform, Speak Up Calvert, is your direct line to shaping the future in Calvert County. Contribute to upcoming projects, view project timelines and participate in open forums for lively discussions. Share the news and let's amplify our impact at https://lnkd.in/efRFJegP. If you have topics you are interested in learning more about, comment below or submit them to communications@calvertcountymd.gov.
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The Calvert-St. Mary’s Metropolitan Planning Organization (C-SMMPO) will hold a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Walter Francis Duke Terminal Conference Room, located at 44200 Airport Road in California, Maryland. The C-SMMPO is a federally mandated and funded transportation policy-making organization, which enables the state to allocate federal funds for transportation studies. The TAC is the designated policy board that administers the transportation planning process in selected areas of Calvert and St. Mary’s counties. TAC meetings are held as needed to discuss future C-SMMPO projects. Members of the public and the press may attend. The agenda can be found on the C-SMMPO’s website at www.calvert-stmarysmpo.com. Questions or comments should be directed to C-SMMPO Administrator Karly Maltby with St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Land Use & Growth Management at 301-475-4200, ext. 1507, or via email at Karly.Maltby@stmaryscountymd.gov. Find more information at https://lnkd.in/etRuTcFZ.
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Are you opening a new business? Is your business relocating? Contact the Department of Economic Development to schedule a ribbon cutting! For more information, visit our website at https://lnkd.in/eXP-Yd3R. #CalvertBusiness #RibbonCuttings
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📺 NOW STREAMING! The Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, Board of County Commissioners meeting is now live on the Calvert County Government YouTube Channel. Tune in and subscribe at https://lnkd.in/ehbYpU6f.
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