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Holidays
County Offices will be closed in observance of the following holidays:
Christmas Day
December 25, 2024
New Year’s Day
January 1, 2025
News Release
Dorchester County
landfills and transfer stations will be closed on all County observed holidays.
This will begin with the 2024 Thanksgiving holidays, and all approved holidays thereafter.
Ramp Closure
The Toddville Boat Ramp at the end of Farm Creek Road will be closed until further notice.
Burn Ban Lifted
Effective immediately, the County Council lifted the countywide burn ban which prohibited the burning of any materials in open or in receptacles.
Questions? County Council’s Office (410) 228-1700
Floodplain Information
Are you in a Floodplain?
Do you need information about building in the Floodplain?
Are you interested in further protecting your home from flooding?
Why should you purchase Flood Insurance?
Where is the Floodplain in Dorchester County?
Hotel Tax for Short-term Rentals & Hotels
Dorchester County imposes a hotel rental tax of 5% on any establishment that offers sleeping accommodations for compensation. A “hotel” includes: an apartment, a cottage, a hostelry, an inn, a motel, rooming house or a tourist home (commonly referred to as short-term rentals). To register and pay hotel rental taxes up to $10,000, please contact the Finance Office at 410-228-7291.
Regional Technology Park
Let our natural beauty and signature Eastern Shore lifestyle move you to Dorchester’s Technology Park. Conveniently located off U.S. Route 50, the Tech Park is a full-service business enterprise zone with 12 competitively priced, builder-ready lots. With prices beginning at $23,000/acre, our building lots range from 2.2 to 5.5 acres. Our economic development team is headquartered at the Eastern Shore Innovation Center, the Tech Park’s flagship business incubator. As business neighbors, our network ensures you real-time advice, assistance and advocacy.
Boards & Committee Vacancies
The County is seeking expressions of interest to fill vacancies on multiple boards and committees.
Spotlight: Administrative Charging Committee
- Review the findings of a LEA investigation of a complaint made by a member of the public against the police officer
- Determine whether the police officer shall be administratively charged
- Recommend appropriate discipline
If you are interested in serving the County, please submit a letter of interest with your resume to info@docogonet.com.
