Jud Ashman

Jud Ashman is a candidate for County Council Primary Election in 2026 in Montgomery County District 3, Maryland. Running as Democratic.

County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

Also running: Allison Eriksen, Izola "Zola" Shaw, Ricky Fai Mui.

Jud Ashman, a Democrat running for Montgomery County Council in District 3, has a long history of public service. He has served as the Mayor of Gaithersburg since 2014, and prior to that, was a member of the City Council for seven years. A small business owner, Ashman is known for founding the Gaithersburg Book Festival and his focus on fiscal responsibility, public safety, and community engagement. During his tenure as mayor, Gaithersburg has maintained one of the lowest property tax rates for a large city in Maryland and has seen a decline in crime. He holds a master's degree in Accounting and Financial Management from the University of Maryland.

Website: https://www.votejud.com