County Commissioner, St. Mary's County

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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.

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Ryan B. Daniels

Democratic

Marine Corps veteran; veterans benefits consultant

The gist

• Pledges transparency and accessibility to residents.

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1. Pledges transparency and accessibility to residents.

   Ryan Daniels for County Commissioner

   Campaign website · Ryan Daniels County Commissioner · ryandanielscountycommissioner.org

   “That means transparency in decisions, accessibility to those I serve, and honest conversations about the issues that matter most.”

Scott R. Ostrow

RepublicanIncumbent

St. Mary's County commissioner; purchasing agent

The gist

• Supports revitalizing Lexington Park and Pax River Plaza.

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1. Supports revitalizing Lexington Park and Pax River Plaza.

   St. Mary's County 2026 primary voters guide

   Candidate questionnaire · Southern Maryland News · Jun 4, 2026 · somdnews.com

   “I’ve delivered real progress to St. Mary’s County revitalizing Lexington Park and Pax River Plaza to grow our economy.”

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