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County Commissioner, St. Mary's County
District 2
- 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.
Taxes & budget
Brandon RussellDemocratic
- Proposes shifting tax burdens to highly profitable interests.
Tom PhelanRepublican
- Supports controlled spending and disciplined budgeting.
Public safety
Brandon RussellDemocratic
- Proposes adding public safety to adequate-facilities rules.
Tom PhelanRepublican
- Supports prioritizing public safety and youth education.
Education
Brandon RussellDemocratic
- Opposes school closures; supports more school investment.
Tom PhelanRepublican
No documented position found.
Housing
Brandon RussellDemocratic
- Opposes industrial development near neighborhoods.
- Supports expanding access to homeownership and medical care.
Tom PhelanRepublican
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Brandon RussellDemocratic
- Pledges to refuse developer campaign donations.
Tom PhelanRepublican
No documented position found.
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