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County Commissioner, Charles County
District 1
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A county commissioner is one of the board members who pass the county budget, set tax rates, adopt local ordinances and oversee county government.
Roads & infrastructure
Walton "Walt" MerchantRepublican
No documented position found.
Gilbert "BJ" BowlingDemocratic
- Supports improving roads and expanding broadband.
Environment & parks
Walton "Walt" MerchantRepublican
No documented position found.
Gilbert "BJ" BowlingDemocratic
- Supports balanced growth that protects rural heritage.
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