The 20 recreation councils are tax-exempt Maryland corporations and have been determined by the I.R.S. to be 501(c)(3) corporations. They are not agencies or departments of Harford County Government. They are composed of volunteers, who cooperate with the Department of Parks & Recreation providing recreational programs and organizing special events.

The information about programs and events is provided by the local recreation councils, so the accuracy of the information cannot be guaranteed. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is subject to change by the recreation councils without knowledge of or notice to Harford County, its various departments, directors, officials or employees. Harford County, Maryland makes no warranty or promise of any kind regarding the accuracy of information provided about the local recreation council programs and special events.