County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Mark Brewster — County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

  Mark Brewster is a Democratic candidate for Baltimore County Council in District 3. A lifelong resident of Owings Mills, he works as an analyst for the Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services, where he strives to improve government efficiency and resident services. Brewster's campaign platform focuses on key issues such as affordable housing, improved transportation, and the creation of safer neighborhoods. He is a proponent of a more transparent county government. Brewster is participating in the county's public campaign financing program. He has previously worked for Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger and has been involved with the Baltimore County Democratic State Central Committee.

• Linda Dorsey-Walker — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 11A, Maryland

  Linda Dorsey-Walker is a longtime Baltimore County resident running for the Democratic Central Committee in Maryland's Legislative District 11A. She brings extensive experience to the party, having been elected to the Central Committee multiple times and serving as its Secretary in 2020. Her professional background involves managing healthcare, human resources, and housing programs for the state and local government. Dorsey-Walker earned a B.A. from Williams College and an M.B.A. from Northwestern University. A dedicated public servant, she has also held volunteer leadership roles and previously ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in 2018.

• Regg J. Hatcher, Jr. — County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

  Regg J. Hatcher, Jr. is a Democratic candidate for County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland. A lifelong resident of Baltimore County, he is a graduate of Randallstown High School. He holds a degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering from Morgan State University and a Master's in Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins University. Hatcher has worked as a Department of Defense contractor, leading international teams. Inspired by his parents' community involvement and business sense, he is committed to public service. He previously ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in 2022. Hatcher aims to be a strong advocate for his district.

• Tyrod Haynes — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 11A, Maryland

  Tyrod Haynes is a Democratic candidate running for the Maryland Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 11A. Haynes is also seeking election to the Baltimore County Council to represent District 3. A retired plasterer and a proud union member of Teamsters Local 237, Haynes brings a strong working-class background to his campaign. He is a seminary college graduate who holds a bachelor's degree in biblical studies, crediting his faith as the foundation of his commitment to serve with integrity. As a candidate, he is focused on responsible development, accessible county services, improving public safety, and making sure community voices are heard transparently.

• Makeda Scott — County Council in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

  Makeda Scott is a Democratic candidate running for Baltimore County Council in District 3. A community leader and former Chair of the Baltimore County Board of Education, she has a background in public service and advocacy. Scott has previously worked with AFSCME and served on the Maryland Transportation Commission. Her campaign focuses on people-powered government, participating in Baltimore County's public campaign financing program. She is an alumna of Emerge Maryland and the Campaign School at Yale. Scott is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Her experience includes advocating for equitable resources and community organizing.

• Chike Anyanwu — Republican Central Committee in Councilmanic District 3, Maryland

  Chike Anyanwu is a Republican candidate running for the Republican Central Committee representing Councilmanic District 3 in Baltimore County, Maryland. He has been an active participant in state politics, previously running for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 21 in 2018 and District 6 in 2022. Having immigrated from Nigeria to the United States over thirty years ago, he brings a unique perspective to his political endeavors. Professionally, Anyanwu has served as an instructor with the Maryland Transit Administration. During his campaigns, he has strongly advocated for expanding senior transit options and promoting vocational education.