County Council District 5
This seat represents District 5, 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, health programs, and elections
- Setting land use and building rules outside city limits
Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,
Candidates:
Unaffiliated
Shaffer is a small-business owner who started a mental health clinic during the opioid crisis. He prioritizes lower living costs and giving residents more say over development.
Republican
Mangione is a council member, former state delegate and Towson University graduate. His priorities include public safety and lower taxes.
Democratic
McIntosh is a nonprofit leader with more than 30 years of experience in public health and community development. Her priorities include affordable housing and fully funded public schools.
Sources: elections.maryland.gov2