Josh Sines

County Council in Councilmanic District 8, Maryland

Josh Sines is a candidate for County Council in Councilmanic District 8, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Republican.

Also running: Jack Carmody, Crystal Cody, Sharonda Dillard-Huffman, Philip DePalo.

Josh Sines, a Republican and lifelong resident of Eastern Baltimore County, is running for County Council in the new District 8. A small business owner, truck driver, and farmer, he previously worked at Bethlehem Steel's Sparrows Point plant until its closure. Sines has a long history of community advocacy, including serving as President of the Essex Middle River Civic Council, where he focused on managing growth and protecting local neighborhoods from overdevelopment. His campaign platform centers on common sense, community-first leadership, and conservation. He prioritizes fiscal responsibility, public safety, and responsible development that aligns with the area's infrastructure.

Website: https://www.friendsofjoshsines.com