The Howard County Council convened on October 10, 2024, to address several key agenda items, including the approval of ordinances and the salary ordinance for the upcoming year.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve three ordinances along with the formal approval of the 2025 Convention Visitors and Tourism Commission budget. The motion was made and seconded by Councilman Faulkner and Councilwoman Blake, respectively. Following a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.

Next on the agenda was the salary ordinance, identified as Ordinance Number 2024-HCCO-41. After confirming that the council had thoroughly reviewed the ordinance in previous discussions, a motion was made to approve it. This motion also received a second from Councilman Faulkner and Councilwoman Lake. The council voted in favor, and the motion passed without opposition.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for any old or new business, as well as council comments. Council members were encouraged to share their thoughts, but specific comments were not detailed in the transcript.

Overall, the council successfully approved the necessary ordinances and budget, setting the stage for the upcoming year’s financial planning and operations.