County Council in Councilmanic District B, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Isabela Dela Cruz — County Council in Councilmanic District B, Maryland

  Isabela Dela Cruz is a Democratic candidate for County Council in Harford County's Councilmanic District B. A resident of Harford County, she works as a commission artist, art tutor, and secular spiritual director. She also volunteers her time to organize and judge tournaments for card games and esports. Motivated by a desire to be part of the solution, Dela Cruz is running to provide leadership that listens to and prioritizes the community. Her platform focuses on responsible growth and environmental stewardship, ensuring development is balanced with the protection of green spaces and water quality. She also advocates for investing in community resources and programs for children and teens.

• Russ English, Jr. — County Council in Councilmanic District B, Maryland

  Russ English, Jr. is a Republican from Maryland. He was a candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, representing District 7B. English ran in the Republican primary on July 19, 2022, and was defeated. His previous political experience includes an unsuccessful run in the Republican primary for the Maryland House of Delegates in 2018. Public records indicate a federal contractor registration for a Russell C. English Jr. located in Joppa, MD.

• Stephanie Flasch — Candidate for County Council District B in Fallston, Maryland

  Stephanie brings with her more than a decade of civic involvement and community leadership, serving on the Fallston Community Advisory Board and the Harford County Planning Advisory Board. She is also the President of Friends of Harford, a nonprofit dedicated to responsible land use. Through this work, she analyzes zoning legislation, organizes public forums, and leads engagement efforts to strengthen civic participation across the county. Her record of service extends beyond community advocacy. Stephanie served 12 years in the Army National Guard, advancing through multiple leadership roles and concluding her service as a Captain. That experience instilled discipline, accountability, and the ability to navigate complex challenges—qualities she continues to apply in her work on behalf of Harford County residents. She and her husband, Adam, are prior military officers who have called Harford County home since 1994 and have lived in Fallston for over 20 years, where they raised their two sons, Alex and Nick. Together, they share strong family values, a commitment to service, and deep ties to the community they call home. She will be a leader who listens—making decisions alongside our community.

• Alison Imhoff — County Council in Councilmanic District B, Maryland

  Alison Imhoff is a Republican council member representing District B in Harford County, Maryland. A lifelong resident of the district, she holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Her career has included work in both public and non-public schools, as well as leading teams that support survivors of violence. Prior to her election, Imhoff chaired the Harford Commission for Women and served on the ARC of Northern Chesapeake's Standing Committee and the Police Accountability Board. She and her husband are raising their children on their generational family farm, which has been in operation for over 100 years.

• Eric W. Daxon — County Council in Councilmanic District B, Maryland

  Eric W. Daxon is a Republican from Harford County, Maryland. In 2014, he ran for Harford County Council in District C. A lifelong Republican, Daxon is a small business owner, a land rights advocate, and a political activist. At the time of his 2014 campaign, he had been married to his wife, Nancy, for 14 years, and they have two children. He received support from the Harford County Association of REALTORS, Inc. RPAC during his campaign. Daxon was a first-time candidate in 2014, and he expressed a desire to passionately and energetically represent Harford County. His campaign platform was built on his identity as a dedicated member of his party and his advocacy for land rights.

• Samuel Kahl — Republican Central Committee in Harford, Maryland

  Samuel Kahl is a Republican candidate running for President of the Harford County Council in Maryland. A resident of Bel Air, Kahl is a small business owner, a husband, and a father of four. He brings a decade of experience in state and local transportation agencies. Kahl previously spent six years with the Maryland State Highway Administration before joining the Harford County Department of Public Works to coordinate major road improvements and secure grant funding. He also served as a Public Information Officer for Harford County. Kahl's campaign platform focuses on maintaining low taxes, managing development, and protecting rural open spaces.

• Aaron David Penman — Republican Central Committee in Harford, Maryland

  Aaron David Penman, a Republican, represents District B on the Harford County Council, a position he has held since December 5, 2022. A veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served from 1995 to 1998, Penman has had a long career in law enforcement. He began as a correctional officer in Harford County in 1999 before joining the Harford County Sheriff's Office in 2001, where he served in various capacities, including as a detective on the Narcotics Task Force. He has also been the president of the Deputy Sheriffs Union. Penman, who earned a B.S. in public safety administration from Newman University, resides in Harford County with his wife and four children.