Garrett County Government is issuing a final call for eligible residents to receive a free Chromebook through the county’s device distribution program. Remaining Chromebooks are available at the local Ruth Enlow Libraries branches and must be distributed by May 1, 2025.
This initiative is part of the statewide effort to close the digital divide by providing income-qualified households with access to technology. Devices are available to Garrett County residents who have not previously received a Chromebook at their address under this program.
Chromebooks are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. One device is permitted per eligible household. A simple application form and eligibility guidelines can be found here: https://www.garrettcountymd.gov/broadband/devices
"We believe that access to technology is essential in today's digital world. Through this effort, we want to connect Garrett County residents with the means to enhance their educational, professional, and personal opportunities," said Cheryl DeBerry, Broadband & Energy Manager for Garrett County Government and program coordinator.
Residents are encouraged to visit their local Ruth Enlow Library branch during open hours to pick up the Chromebook:
Accident Library
- 106 S. North Street, Accident, MD 21520
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/accident
- Phone: 301-746-8792
Friendsville Library
- 315 Chestnut St, Friendsville, MD 21531
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/friendsville
- Phone: 301-746-5663
Grantsville Library
- 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD 21536
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/grantsville
- Phone: 301-895-5298
Kitzmiller Library
- 288 W. Main Street, Kitzmiller, MD 21538
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/kitzmiller
- Phone: 301-334-8091
Oakland Library
- 6 N 2nd St Ext, Oakland, MD 21550
- Open Hours: http://relib.net/oakland
- Phone: 301-334-3996
The Chromebook distribution program is made possible through a Connected Devices Grant from the Office of Statewide Broadband at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development in partnership with the Ruth Enlow Libraries of Garrett County.
For more information on acceptable verification document or any questions about the program, please visit https://www.garrettcountymd.gov/technology-communications/broadband/connected-devices-chromebook-programor contact 301-914-1543.
