The Garrett County Commissioners propose reducing the local Real Property Tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, lowering it from $1.056 to $1.02 per $100 of assessed value. In the wake of COVID-19 and the subsequent inflationary period, the county took a cautious stance, anticipating economic... see more

Click on the link below to view the Garrett County Government FY 2026 Proposed Budget Presentation Comments on the FY 2026 Garrett County Government Budget will be accepted during the next 2 weeks at comments@garrettcountymd.gov see more

We are recognizing our local Emergency Services professionals this National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week! May 18 through 24 is a time to honor the individuals who provide lifesaving care in our communities and across the region. EMS professionals are trained to respond quickly and... see more

In response to the recent flooding along the Savage River corridor, numerous community groups have collected donations to support affected residents. Although no formal request for donations was made, generous contributions were received and are being delivered to impacted residents along Savage... see more

Garrett County Emergency Services continues to assess infrastructure damage caused by recent flooding in the Savage River Road corridor. A significant section of Savage River Road between Big Run Road and Westernport Road has been completely washed out as officials have confirmed that the Savage... see more

Maryland Manufacturing Assets Deployed for Energy 4.0 (Maryland MADE 4.0) is a program designed to support the growth and advancement of Maryland’s manufacturing sector. The objective of the program is to educate, inform and assist manufacturers with the adoption and deployment of smart... see more

The Garrett County Department of Emergency Management is providing the following midday update regarding the ongoing response to significant flooding in the Savage River area. While water levels have begun to recede, hazardous conditions remain, and the mandatory evacuation order continues to be in... see more

Garrett County Emergency Management has issued a MANDATORY EVACUATION due to severe flooding in the following areas: Savage River Road from the Big Run Campground to Westernport Road. This includes: Wildland Dr, Broadwater Cemetery Rd, and Alice Valley Rd. Rising waters and unsafe conditions make it... see more

Garrett County Emergency Management is issuing a voluntary evacuation notice for residents in flood-prone and low-lying areas due to the threat of significant flooding from around the Savage River Dam. Water is nearing the emergency spill way at this time; however, the integrity of the dam is still... see more

Garrett County Emergency Management is issuing a voluntary evacuation notice for residents in flood-prone and low-lying areas due to the threat of significant flooding from around the Piney Run Dam. Water is nearing the emergency spillway at this time; however, the integrity of the dam is still... see more