Welcome to the Mount Hebron / Orchards Community Association website. The primary purpose of this site is to provide helpful information to the residents of our community and to promote the benefits to those interested in making our neighborhood their new home.
Friendly neighbors, quality homes, top ranked schools, and a convenient location are just a few of the reasons our community ranks as one of the best in Howard County. Now add to that the annual Easter Egg Hunt, Community Yard Sale, Halloween Parade, Santa Ride and Holiday Decorating Contest, it has become one of the most enjoyable places to live in all of Maryland.
The communities of Mount Hebron, Patapsco Park Estates and The Orchards are all represented by the Association. The political strength of over 1000 households has helped us deter unfavorable development of land next to our schools, improve road safety, and continues to keep the attention of our local officials.
The annual association dues are just $15.00 and help support all of the community events. If you haven’t already done so, please make your check payable to Mount Hebron / Orchards Association and send to P.O. Box 6810, Ellicott City, MD 21042.
Ellicott City Safe and Sound Plan
For Ellicott City Safe and Sound information, updates and prior reports/studies, visit www.ecsafeandsound.org. Click here to visit...
read moreLight Bulbs – Safety, Security, Convenience
There are many types and styles of light bulbs on the market today. Some focus on style and design, others just to provide light. Below are a couple bulbs to consider. Rechargeable Bulbs: these bulbs look and function like regular light bulbs. The difference is when...
read moreMail Theft
Over the last few weeks reports have been made about thefts from mailboxes. Please be aware of the problem. USPS offers Informed Delivery, this will not prevent someone from stealing your mail, it will let you know what should be in your mailbox. Informed Delivery...
read moreYour Water Pipes- Cold Weather Best Practices
As winter approaches Howard County’s Bureau of Utilities would like to offer residents some suggestions on how to avoid the damage that can be caused when water pipes freeze and burst. Click here for...
read moreMDOT SHA S.T.O.R.M. Snow Plow Tracker
MDOT SHA S.T.O.R.M. allows for near real-time tracking, with a 30 minute history of winter weather treatment vehicles for the MDOT State Highway Administration on MDOT SHA State roadways during winter weather events. Click here for...
read moreSnow Plowing and Mailbox Damage
The following represents the County’s policy for handling claims for damage to property resulting from the County’s snow removal activities. If a mailbox that conforms to County law is damaged as a result of physical contact of a snowplow or other piece of snow...
read moreHoward County Department of Public Works Ash Tree Removal Underway
From Howard County Website: Due to emerald ash borer infestation, Howard County's Department of Public Works’ removal of ash trees along various county-owned roadways has begun. Weather permitting, the trees (stumps and all) will be removed by the end of winter with...
read moreHoward County Snow Plow Tracker
Keep up to date on snow removal in the county. Howard County provides a live map on snow removal. Click here for Howard County Snow Tracker...
read moreSnow Blower Safety
Be safe with these tips from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons: •If the blower jams, turn it off •Keep your hands away from the moving parts •Do not drink alcohol and use the snow blower •Be aware of the...
read more2018 House Decorating Results
Mount Hebron Orchards Community Association announces the winners of the 2018 House Decorating Contest. Awards given for top 3 houses and best door. Lots of great decorations and many close calls. Thanks to everyone that participated this...
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