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County Council Member, Frederick County
District 5
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A county council member votes on county laws, the budget, taxes and land-use decisions.
Public safety
Johnny MercerDemocratic
- Opposes the 287(g) immigration enforcement program
Mason CarterRepublican
No documented position found.
Housing
Johnny MercerDemocratic
- Supports inclusionary housing and exploring rent stabilization
Mason CarterRepublican
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Johnny MercerDemocratic
- Supports limiting data centers to industrial zones
- Pledges to push for a County Climate Action Plan
- Supports expanding agricultural land preservation
Mason CarterRepublican
No documented position found.
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