County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• William Barrios — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Following a comprehensive search of public records, no information was found for William Barrios as a Democratic candidate for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 9. There is no publicly available information to verify a campaign, political platform, or biographical details. In adherence to the principle of not inventing information, a biography cannot be provided. This statement is generated to fulfill the required output format, noting the absence of verifiable public information for the requested individual. Accuracy and reliance on confirmed facts are paramount, and no such facts could be located for this specific political candidacy at this time.

• Ed Crizer — Democratic Central Committee in Legislative District 6, Maryland

  Ed Crizer is a Democratic candidate for the Baltimore County Council in Councilmanic District 9. A long-time figure in local politics, he previously ran for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 6 in 2014. Crizer serves on the Baltimore County Democratic State Central Committee, representing District 6. In 2011, an Edward W. Crizer, Jr. was an employee of the Baltimore County Board of Appeals and chaired the county's Councilmanic Redistricting Commission. More recently, a young progressive activist named Ed Crizer, who also represents the Essex area on the Democratic Central Committee, ran for Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party.

• Mark E. McCluskey — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  There is no public information available for a candidate named Mark E. McCluskey running for County Council in Maryland's 9th Councilmanic District as a Democrat. Searches for this individual in the specified political context have not yielded any relevant results, preventing the creation of a factual biography. It is possible that the candidate information provided is inaccurate or that the individual does not have a significant public profile in this race. Without verifiable sources, no further details can be provided.

• Arkia A. Wade — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Arkia A. Wade is a Democratic candidate running for the new Baltimore County Council District 9, which includes Dundalk, Turner Station, Sparrows Point, and part of Rosedale. A community leader and nonprofit founder, she is focused on supporting seniors, youth mentorship, and small business growth. Inspired by her grandfather who was a physician in Turner Station for over 40 years, Wade has deep roots in the community. She founded Neighborhood Companions, a nonprofit to support older adults, after a 23-year career in healthcare. Wade's platform is centered on strengthening families and ensuring every voice in her district is heard.

• Tim Fazenbaker — Republican Central Committee in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Tim Fazenbaker is a Republican candidate running for the Republican Central Committee in Maryland's Councilmanic District 9. He is concurrently campaigning for the Baltimore County Council in District 9 for the 2026 election. A Sparrows Point resident, small business owner, and former vice president of the 7th District Civic Council, he previously ran for the U.S. House in 2020 and the Maryland House of Delegates in 2022. Running on an "America First" platform, his goals include opposing sanctuary policies, supporting local job growth, expanding trade education, and prioritizing local residents and taxpayers.

• Russ "No Tax" Mirabile — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Russ "No Tax" Mirabile is a Republican candidate running for Baltimore County Council in District 9. This is an open seat due to the retirement of the incumbent. He has previously run for Maryland State Senate. The son of a steelworker, Mirabile holds a law degree and a master's degree in litigation, although he does not practice law. He is running on a platform that emphasizes fiscal conservatism, as suggested by his slogan.

• Jake J. Mohorovic, III — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Jake J. Mohorovic, III is a Republican candidate for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 9. He is one of several candidates in the Republican primary for the seat. Mohorovic has previously run for public office, seeking a seat in the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 6. He competed in the Republican primaries for this position in both 2018 and 2022. His current campaign for County Council is for an open seat in the Dundalk area, as the incumbent is retiring. This positions him in a competitive primary race to represent his district at the county level.

• J. D. Urbach — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  J.D. Urbach is a Republican candidate for Baltimore County Council in Maryland's 9th District. A lifelong resident of the county, he graduated from Dundalk High School, earned a B.A. from Drew University, and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University. Professionally, Urbach has over 25 years of experience leading projects for organizations such as CareFirst and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. His extensive community involvement includes serving as Board Chair for the Community College of Baltimore County and four decades with the Boy Scouts. Named the 2024 "Dundalk Citizen of the Year," Urbach resides in Edgemere with his wife and two children.

• A. Scott Pappas — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  A. Scott Pappas is an unaffiliated candidate for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 9. A resident of Fort Howard, he was educated at Archbishop Curley High School, CCBC, Towson University, and Johns Hopkins University. Pappas is the owner of Chesapeake Recovery, LLC. His past experience includes serving as president of several nonprofit service organizations and as a member of advisory committees for the MDOT, historic preservation, and the environment. He has also operated a small business and has experience in lobbying for legislation at local and state levels.

• Donna Eve Radtke Sekora — County Council in Councilmanic District 9, Maryland

  Donna Eve Radtke Sekora is an unaffiliated candidate running for County Council in Maryland's Councilmanic District 9. Limited public information is available regarding her campaign platform or professional background. Her candidacy as an unaffiliated contender presents an alternative to the major political parties for voters in District 9. Her name will appear on the ballot for the upcoming County Council election.