This 1936 map was made by Frank Corliss, who was in charge of the surveying for the original land acquisition of the lake. Labeled with roads, the businesses along the “strip” on 219 and lot owners, along with the factoid info on the right, it looks a lot like a visitor’s map to me.
Lots of cool details and info on here – stuff that’s long gone and some things that are still here.
The Homestead Property Tax Credit is a statutory limit on the amount an assessment increase may affect a taxpayer’s tax burden. This is important for owner-occupied dwellings as a provision of a property tax credit against large assessment increases that functions much the same as a cap.
In an effort to help reduce the tax burden for full-time Garrett County residents, The Board of Garrett County Commissioners proposes to lower this rate. This could cap the increased taxable assessment at 3% per year.
Any residents with Garrett County declared as a primary residence can submit the Homestead application. Due to the state’s process, the limitation reduction would be applied in Fiscal Year 2025.
Since 1977, State law provided that owner-occupied dwellings were not taxed on annual assessment increases that exceed 15%.
During the 1990 and 1991 Sessions of the General Assembly, significant changes were made to the Homestead Property Tax Credit Program. For the first time, the credit was applied to the State property tax to limit taxable assessment increases for homeowners to 10% annually. Additionally, each county was mandated to adopt a local ordinance or resolution specifying a local percentage of 0% to 10% for purposes of local property taxation.
Homestead Property Tax Credit Implementation
The Homestead Credit percentage selected by each county is expressed as a percentage increase from the prior year’s assessment. If a municipality disagrees with the Homestead Credit Percentage specified by its county, municipal officials may set their own limit between 0% and 10%. If a municipality takes no action, then the county percentage will apply to assessments used to compute municipal taxes.
Local percentages (county and municipal) remain in effect until changed by local action. County governments may, in the future, change their Homestead Credit percentage, but must do so by November 15th preceding the year of the proposed change. Municipalities may change the percentage before November 25th of the preceding year.
If you have questions or comments on the constant yield tax rate, please email gccomments@garrettcounty.org until June 5.
Handcrafted Craft Show, with 90 indoor vendor spots and additional outdoor craft and food vendors too! Free admission and a free Shopping Tote Bag to the first 600 visitors!
Show dates/times: Fri May 26th, 2023 3p-7p & Sat May 27th, 2023 10a-6p
The unofficial holiday originated from a catchphrase from George Lucas’ first film of the space franchise, “Star Wars: A New Hope,” which was released in 1977. In the film, General Dodonna utters the phrase to the rebel alliance as they prepare for their assault on the Death Star.
“Then man your ships! And may the Force be with you!” Fans celebrate Star Wars Day on ‘May the 4th’ because it sounds similar to the classic catchphrase, “May the force be with you.”
Halian Landscapes & Mosser Meadow Nurseries is hosting their second Spring Kick Off Event! They will be fully stocked with plants, food, and entertainment! They are also hosting several other local artisans and vendors in the area including: -ABPH Art -Bearded Bee -Bel Masso Fire Boulders -Deep Creek Pottery -Fernwood Soap -Kennedy’s Kreations -Mountain Magic Candle Company -Pleasant Valley Woodcrafts -Spruce Knob Maple
*FOOD: Coffee Bar, Wildom Farm, Sweitzer’s BBQ & Go Go Gelato *LIVE MUSIC: by Terah Crawford from 11-2pm *FREE Kettle Corn and Face Painting
The Board of Garrett County Commissioners has proposed an update to the county-wide off-road vehicle ordinance that was adopted in 2017.
The state legislature has the power to establish laws that apply statewide, while counties are typically given authority to regulate matters at the local level within certain limits set by state law.
Last year, the Maryland General Assembly updated the state-wide transportation article relating to the use of off-road vehicles operating on Garrett County roads. The change at the state level allows permitted vehicles, defined as snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and off-road motorcycles, to operate up to five miles on a designated county road to access approved roads or trails.
Thus, to sync with Maryland State laws on the topic, the Commissioners are proposing an amendment to allow permitted vehicles to travel on designated Garrett County roads for a distance of up to 5 miles and to include off-the-road motorcycles in the ordinance.
A hearing on this update will be held on May 1, 2023 at 4:00 PM and comments will be accepted until May 15, 2023. The Board of Garrett County Commissioners anticipate adopting the ordinance on May 16, 2023.
Discover the important connection between native plants, people, & wildlife!
New Germany State Park, the Friends of New Germany State Park, and the Maryland Native Plant Society are sponsoring this FREE event!
The public is welcome to attend!
Your support of vendors & organizations through your purchases is deeply appreciated!
Only snacks & drinks available at the Lake House, so pack a picnic lunch!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Plants native to the mid-Atlantic region! Note: orders may be placed in advance with EHC & Wood Thrush for pick-up at the event. Please contact them directly; only cash or check accepted at event!
