County Commissioner District 1, Charles County
Charles County, Maryland
My vote power: High
This seat represents District 1, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.
What does this office do?
- Setting your property tax rate
- Funding county roads, parks, and public health services
- Setting land use and building rules outside city limits
Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,
Candidates:
Democratic
Gilbert "BJ" Bowling is the incumbent Democratic Charles County Commissioner for District 1 and the 2026 general nominee.
Republican
Walton "Walt" Merchant is the Republican 2026 general nominee for Charles County Commissioner, District 1.
Sources: elections.maryland.gov2