GECA's purpose is to maintain and improve the quality of life and to promote the general civic welfare of all neighborhoods within the First Election District of Howard County.
General Meetings are held in May, September, November, January and March of each year. Typically, meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM.
Meetings are held at Norbel School, 6135 Old Washington Road, Elkridge, MD