Howard County’s Board of Supervisors adopted Appropriation Resolution No. 1443 on May 26, 2026, revising appropriations for all major departments for fiscal year 2025-2026. The attached schedules show updated budgeted and appropriated amounts across conservation, secondary roads, sheriff/LEC, public health, mental health and disability services (MHDS), juvenile services, medical examiner, correctional services, IT/data processing, nondepartmental, debt service, TIF, and other funds. This is a macro budget action rather than a specific contract, but it confirms funding is in place through June 30, 2026 for a wide range of operating and capital activities. Vendors in engineering, construction, IT, public safety, healthcare, and consulting can use these appropriations to qualify leads with departments now that spending authority is confirmed, especially where larger line items (e.g., secondary roads, sheriff/LEC, health, and data processing) suggest room for projects, renewals, or professional services during the fiscal year.

Resolution also reiterates that no department may spend or contract beyond its appropriated amounts ...