County Council in Councilmanic District 7, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Spencer Jones — Candidate for Anne Arundel County Council District 7 in Fairfax, VA

  Spencer Jones is a Democratic candidate for Anne Arundel County Council in District 7. A Crofton resident and the owner of the well-known Annapolis restaurant Chick & Ruth's Delly, he is a community advocate and a graduate of Virginia Tech. Jones is running on a platform focused on making the county more affordable, ensuring public safety, supporting education, and protecting the environment. He emphasizes the need for common-sense leadership and fiscal responsibility in managing the county's budget. Having taken over his family's business unexpectedly, Jones aims to bring his experience as a small business owner to the council to cut bureaucratic red tape.

• Dillon Aldrich — County Council in Councilmanic District 7, Maryland

  Dillon Aldrich is the Republican candidate running for the County Council seat in Councilmanic District 7. A lifelong Marylander, Aldrich brings a deep understanding of the local community to his campaign. His professional background includes over a decade of hands-on experience in both the construction and environmental sectors, providing him with a unique and practical perspective on key county functions. This extensive experience has cultivated his specialized knowledge of capital improvements and essential county maintenance procedures. His candidacy is motivated by his position as a concerned resident who aims to apply his technical expertise and problem-solving skills to address the needs of the district and ensure responsible governance for its constituents.

• Dawn Pulliam — County Council in Councilmanic District 7, Maryland

  Dawn Pulliam is a Republican candidate for Anne Arundel County Council in District 7. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education, a role to which she was elected in 2024. Pulliam has over 25 years of experience across academia, defense, and government sectors, including a significant tenure at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy. Her campaign focuses on addressing the rising cost of living, managing residential development, and ensuring public safety and quality education. She holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree from the University of Maryland. A lifelong Maryland resident, she has lived in District 7 for 20 years.