Harford County Is Growing at a Remarkable Rate
Thousands of families moved here recently because of Base Realignment and Closure activities at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Thousands of other households moved here because they desire a higher quality of living. Over 80 companies have relocated to Harford County because of the opportunities presented by the growth of science and technology and the county is rapidly become one of the country’s primary research and development centers.
Managed well, this growth will provide unprecedented opportunities for the next several generations of Harford Countians.
About Greater Harford Committee
The Greater Harford Committee works to ensure that Harford County’s growth takes place in a planned and thoughtful manner. The Greater Harford Committee brings together developers, business leaders, and community members to create the best possible future for the region.
Leaders from Aberdeen Proving Ground attend the presentation of Aberdeen High School Science and Math Academy seniors’ capstone projects.
Research and development activities at Aberdeen Proving Ground are driving a transformation of the Harford County community and economy. Harford County anchors one of the most important science and technology infrastructures in the country.
The new C4ISR Facility at Aberdeen Proving Ground houses more than 5,000 communications-electronics professionals.
The town of Havre de Grace sits right at the mouth of the Susquehanna River, where it flows into the Chesapeake Bay. Havre de Grace offers many recreational opportunities, and is home to a burgeoning science and technology community in Harford County.
Harford County’s Kilgore Falls, Maryland’s second highest vertical drop waterfall, is part of Rocks State Park, a 855-acre forested recreation area enjoyed by residents of the area. Rocks State Park offers many hiking opportunities, include a trail to the King and Queen Seat, once a ceremonial gathering place of the Susquehannock Indians.
Waters Edge is an office complex located in eastern Harford County right near Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG). It is home to many of the region’s defense contracting firms. Waters Edge is one of many new office complexes in Harford County. In just the past few years, 3 million square feet of laboratory and office space was added on APG and about 5 million square feet of projects are underway commercially.
Harford County Night in Annapolis
Sponsored by the Greater Harford Committee and the Harford County Chamber of Commerce, Harford Night in Annapolis is an opportunity for Maryland elected officials to learn about Harford County’s businesses, capabilities, leaders, and plans for the future. | read more |