Arkia A. Wade

County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

Arkia A. Wade is a candidate for County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic.

Also running: William Barrios, Ed Crizer, Mark E. McCluskey, Tim Fazenbaker, Russ "No Tax" Mirabile, Jake J. Mohorovic, III, J. D. Urbach, A. Scott Pappas, Donna Eve Radtke Sekora.

Arkia A. Wade is a Democratic candidate running for the new Baltimore County Council District 9, which includes Dundalk, Turner Station, Sparrows Point, and part of Rosedale. A community leader and nonprofit founder, she is focused on supporting seniors, youth mentorship, and small business growth. Inspired by her grandfather who was a physician in Turner Station for over 40 years, Wade has deep roots in the community. She founded Neighborhood Companions, a nonprofit to support older adults, after a 23-year career in healthcare. Wade's platform is centered on strengthening families and ensuring every voice in her district is heard.