County Commissioner in Commissioner District 3, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Joshua Kyte — County Commissioner in Commissioner District 3, Maryland

  Joshua Kyte is a lifelong resident of Mechanicsville, Maryland, running as a Democratic candidate for the District 3 County Commissioner seat in St. Mary's County. Professionally, Kyte works as a senior systems computer analyst. He is motivated to seek local office to ensure the county remains a great place for all residents and families. His campaign platform emphasizes complete transparency in government spending and avoiding unexpected local developments. Kyte is also dedicated to improving public engagement, addressing issues like overdevelopment, and ensuring essential county services are adequately funded.

• John O'Connor — County Commissioner in Commissioner District 3, Maryland

  John O'Connor is the Republican candidate for St. Mary's County Commissioner in District 3, Maryland, an office he previously held from 2014 to 2022. Raised on Long Island, New York, O'Connor joined the U.S. Army, serving as a Military Police Officer and reaching the rank of Sergeant. A highly decorated veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, he received the Purple Heart and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor Device for his combat actions. Following his military service, he pursued a career in Maryland law enforcement, retiring as a Lieutenant in 2015. He earned a bachelor's degree in management from Johns Hopkins University.

• Mike Alderson, Jr. — County Commissioner in Commissioner District 3, Maryland

  Mike Alderson, Jr. is a first-term County Commissioner representing Commissioner District 3 in St. Mary's County, Maryland. An Unaffiliated candidate, he was elected to the Board of County Commissioners in 2022 after running unchallenged in the general election. Born at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station Hospital, he was raised in the southern part of the county. He attended Ridge Elementary, Esperanza Middle School, and Great Mills High School. A dedicated military veteran, Alderson served in the United States Marine Corps with the 2nd Light Armored Infantry Battalion during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.