Van Free

County Council in Councilmanic District 7, Maryland

Van Free is a candidate for County Council in Montgomery County District 7, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic.

Also running: Sharif Hidayat, Dawn Luedtke, Harold Maldonado.

Van Free is a Democratic candidate for Montgomery County Council in District 7. A lifelong resident of the district, he served as a firefighter for 15 years before an injury prompted a career change. Drawing on his experience, he then started a small business within the community. Now, Free is running for office with a focus on several key areas, including enhancing transportation infrastructure, ensuring equitable distribution of county services, protecting the county's Agricultural Reserve from urban sprawl, and addressing school overcrowding and mental health resources for students. His campaign emphasizes his deep roots and commitment to the residents of District 7.

Website: https://www.vanfreefordistrict7.com