At least 4 buildings would be demolished under proposals for Ellicott City flood mitigation

At least four buildings will be razed under the next phase of flood mitigation plans for historic Ellicott City, as county officials look to balance the town's old-time charm with the need to improve public safety after two recent devastating floods.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball unveiled five possible paths Wednesday, saying he wants to hear community input before making a final decision. Three of the proposals call for four buildings to be demolished, while the remaining two options call