FAQs • Harford County, MD • CivicEngage

How often can I volunteer?: Whether you want to volunteer once a year, once a month or once a week, Volunteer Harford can help match you with the volunteer position that best suits your individual needs. It will ultimately be up to you as the volunteer and the organization to determine your volunteer schedule. Volunteer Harford

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Community

1. Home owner's associations for Harford County and their laws.: There are no laws on the books requiring Community Associations to file bylaws with the Courthouse so there is really no way for anyone to find out if one exists in their community other than asking around the community. Anyone who lives in a subdivided community should receive a copy of community association bylaws at settlement even if the association is not active.

2. How can I get information about services for citizens with disabilities?: The Harford County Resource Guide is available online. For a printed copy of the guide and information and referral services, contact the Disabilities Coordinator at 410-638-3373 voice/TTY or disability@harfordcountymd.gov. Resource Guide

3. How do I arrange a disability-related accommodation (sign language interpreter, large print, assistive listening system, etc.) to transact business with or to attend a County meeting?: Ask the specific County department to arrange the accommodation. If you need more information about disability-related accommodations available within County Government, please contact the disabilities Coordinator at 410-638-3373 voice/TTY or disability@harfordcountymd.gov.

4. How do I volunteer?: Whether you are an individual or group wanting to volunteer, click on the "Want to Volunteer" link and you can search online for volunteer opportunities in Harford County. Our online database is searchable by category or organization and also includes information on dates, location, details, requirements and contact information for the organization. It is then up to the volunteer to contact the organization and make arrangements for their volunteer service. If you wish to receive a volunteer application by mail, call Volunteer Harford at 410-638-4444. No personal information will be given to agencies without your permission. Volunteer Harford

5. How do you vote in Maryland?: For information on voting by absentee ballot, election judges, polling places, frequently asked questions about Election Day, polling place accessibility and finding your State and Congressional Representatives visit the State Board of Elections.

6. How does Harford County Government make its programs and services accessible to persons with disabilities?: Harford County Government will provide disability-related accommodations (sign language interpreters, audio amplification systems, documents in Braille, large print, and other accommodations upon request). To request an accommodation, Call the agency/department contact person or the Disabilities Coordinator at 410-638-3373 voice/TTY or disability@harfordcountymd.gov. Commission on Disabilities

7. How often can I volunteer?: Whether you want to volunteer once a year, once a month or once a week, Volunteer Harford can help match you with the volunteer position that best suits your individual needs. It will ultimately be up to you as the volunteer and the organization to determine your volunteer schedule. Volunteer Harford

8. The storm drain in my back yard is clogged. Who should I call?: If it's a private drain, call the HOA or management company. County storm drain concerns should be directed to Highways, 410-638-3279, ext. 0. Public Works

9. What can I do about Public Accommodations problems/issues?: If the matter involves unlawful discrimination in public accommodations, the individual can contact the Office of Human Relations, the MD Commission on Human Relations. If the matter involves a person with a disability, he or she may wish to contact Sharon Grzanka at 410-638-3373 (voice/TTY) or disability@harfordcountymd.gov.

10. What Department handles unregistered vehicles parked at County residences?: If the vehicle is on a resident's property, contact Harford County Zoning Enforcement at 410-638-3103. Otherwise, if the vehicle is on the street, contact the Harford County Sheriff's Office at 410-838-6600.

11. What does Volunteer Harford do?: Volunteer Harford provides personal service to potential volunteers who wish to share their time and talents. We work to match your skills and interests with an agency/organization that needs you. Volunteer Harford

12. What geographic area does Volunteer Harford serve?: Volunteers are generally sought from the Harford County area. However, we are happy to help anyone looking to volunteer if we can. The volunteer opportunities we offer come predominately from within Harford County, though some are from Baltimore and Cecil counties. Volunteer Harford

13. What kind of projects does the Commission on Disabilities undertake?: Promoting improved enforcement of existing laws relating to disability issues; Promoting full accessibility or all county facilities and activities; Promoting full accessibility of public accommodations; Providing opportunities for community education on disability issues. Commission on Disabilities

14. What types of volunteer opportunities does Volunteer Harford have?: We currently have about 300 exciting and rewarding volunteer jobs. Some of them include emergency action, special events, mentoring, Blanketeer, gardening/landscaping, horse side walker, environmental, creating museum displays, media relations, helping in a library, clerical help, animal care, food services, helping the homeless, being a historical guide and much more. We also have special, one-time events and a calendar of events that we list on our home page. Volunteer Harford

15. When is early voting?: For the Primary: September 3, 2010 through September 9, 2010. Sunday is not included.
For the General: October 22, 2010 through October 28, 2010. Sunday is not included. Harford Votes

16. Where do I vote for early voting?: Meeting Room of the Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Avenue in Bel Air (intersection of Hickory Avenue). Harford Votes

17. What size accessory building can I put on my property?: Accessory buildings may not exceed 50% of the habitable space of the dwelling, or 1,000-square-feet, whichever is greater. It may not be used for living quarters, storage of contractor's equipment, commercial vehicles or conducting of any business.

18. Can I park an untagged or inoperable vehicle on my property?: Yes, within a garage or for 6 months with a valid storage permit.