Frequently Asked Questions

Comments or complaints can be submitted to the County Commissioners Office via this form , or by calling the office at 410-479-0660.

We are always looking for qualified and dedicated individuals to serve on a variety of important citizen-driven boards, commissions, and advisory groups. Learn more about opportunities to get involved and apply for appointment by visiting the Citizen Boards and Commissions section of our site.

With nearly 80% of the county budget spent on mandated services and agencies, there is little room for new funding. However, groups are always welcome to request funding and support. The Office of Finance facilitates the annual budget process on behalf of the County Commissioners.

The Caroline County Public Library staff does an exceptional job of assisting students looking for information on Caroline County for school reports and projects. Requests for Caroline County Project Packets may be made by phone, email, U.S. Mail, or by visiting their website and submitting a request electronically. Contact a librarian for assistance.

You can also email the Information Desk at info@carolib.org, write to a Librarian at Caroline County Public Library, 100 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629, or call them at 410-479-1343.

The County Meetings and Events calendar on this site is only for meetings and events of the County government, boards, commissions, and departments and its allied agencies. The Caroline County Office of Tourism maintains an online calendar of community events, and requests to have your event included on that calendar can be submitted using this form .

Please visit the Purchasing and Procurement section of this website for information about vendor lists, bids, and requests for proposals.

District Court Commissioners are part of the judicial branch of state government. Their duties involve issuance of warrants of arrest, or bail or pre-trial release issues, incarceration pending hearing; and issuance of civil interim peace orders and civil interim protective orders. Caroline County District Court can be reached at 410-819-4600.

The County Commissioners are elected officials who govern the county, fulfilling both the legislative and executive functions. They are not associated with the judicial branch or court system in any way. The County Commissioners have the authority to locally enact, amend, and repeal public local laws that are applicable to the incorporation, organization, or government of the county. There are three County Commissioners, who are elected by county-wide vote to four year terms.