Extension of Local Disaster Emergency Declaration
2020-BCCO-58
December 31st, 2020
Welcome to Howard County
We are a friendly, thriving community with robust business and agriculture sectors. Founded in 1844, our community has grown to be a powerhouse of major corporations such as Chrysler, Haynes International and Delphi alongside an incredible array of friendly small businesses owned and operated with Midwest hospitality. We are at the heart of Central Indiana and a short drive puts you in some of the premier cities in the country, such as Indianapolis and Chicago.
Our quality of life is unmatched. From incredible healthcare providers to our strong schools and colleges, our trail system, our farmers market and abundant festivals to name just a few. It is easy to understand why families choose to make Howard County a place to call home! Our culture and values reflect the charm you would expect from a vibrant Midwest community. Welcome to Howard County!
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Our quality of life is unmatched. From incredible healthcare providers to our strong schools and colleges, our trail system, our farmers market and abundant festivals to name just a few. It is easy to understand why families choose to make Howard County a place to call home! Our culture and values reflect the charm you would expect from a vibrant Midwest community. Welcome to Howard County!
Important Notices
Meeting Audio
Howard County Citizen Alert

Howard County Alerts Media Release
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
TESTING
Howard County's COVID-19 Community Testing Site is located at 620 N Bell Street, Kokomo. Hours of operation are Monday 8am-5:30pm, Tuesday-Friday 12noon-5:30pm; Saturday 8am-1pm. Testing is free for Hoosiers . Clients must be at least 2 years old. To register for an appointment, visit https://scheduling.coronavirus.in.gov. Please allow ample time to complete your appointment. Please wear a face covering to your appointment. Clients must check in upon arrival and will be advised as to when they may enter to receive their test.Optum COVID-19 Testing Site is located at 721 West Superior Street, Kokomo. Starting February 22nd, hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm. Testing is free for Hoosiers. Clients must be at least 12 months old. To register for an appointment, visit https://lhi.care/covidtesting or call 888-634-1116. Walk-ins are accepted. Please wear a face covering to your appointment.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
HOWARD COUNTY EMERGENCY RELIEF FORGIVABLE LOAN PROGRAM
The response to the Howard County Forgivable Loan program has been tremendous. At this time, we have reached our funding limit and are no longer accepting applications. Thank you for your interest in this program.HEALTH DEPARTMENT
COVID-19 INFORMATIONEMERGENCY ORDINANCES OF THE HOWARD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Ordinance 2020 BCCO-17Ordinance 2020 BCCO-16
Ordinance 2020 BCCO-15
Ordinance 2020 BCCO-14
Ordinance 2020 BCCO-13
May 01, 2020 - *Clarification- restaurants and bars that sell food can open at 50% capacity on May 11th.
April 16, 2020 - Commissioners extend travel advisory; permit additional curbside/delivery services for retail businesses
April 13, 2020 - Howard County making great strides in coronavirus plan
April 2, 2020 - County extends Orange Travel Advisory, recommends one cart, one shopper
PRESS RELEASES
December 8, 2020 - Commissioners elevate county status to red; New restrictions in place.May 01, 2020 - *Clarification- restaurants and bars that sell food can open at 50% capacity on May 11th.
April 16, 2020 - Commissioners extend travel advisory; permit additional curbside/delivery services for retail businesses
April 13, 2020 - Howard County making great strides in coronavirus plan
April 2, 2020 - County extends Orange Travel Advisory, recommends one cart, one shopper