The Howard County Council has pre-filed legislation to take the first step in rebuilding and reenergizing Long Reach Village Center. If passed, this will declare the commercial portion of the center an urban renewal area.  The intent is to revitalize the ailing center and create a thriving arts district. This renewed vision for Long Reach will increase vibrancy, vitality, security and a renewed sense of family for Long Reach.

Here are some important dates so that you may share your thoughts and engage with the Council.  Unless otherwise noted, all meetings will be held in the Banneker Room of the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive in Ellicott City, MD.

·         Monday February 3, 2014 at 7:30pm:  Legislative Session.  The Council will formally introduce the bill (or resolution)

·         Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 7:30pm:  Legislative Public Hearing.  Residents are provided an opportunity to provide testimony before the Council.

If you are unable to attend any of the sessions but still want to testify or stay informed, you can stream online at http://cc.howardcountymd.gov/iframetemplate.aspx?id=4294967621 or email your testimony to councilmail@howardcountymd.gov. 

Here is the link to Resolution 22-2014, http://cc.howardcountymd.gov/Displayprimary.aspx?ID=4294968832 and the link to the article from the Baltimore Sun. http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/howard/columbia/ph-ho-cf-long-reach-20140123,0,2624833.story