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County Council Member · District 5 · Anne Arundel County · 2026 Primary
County Council Members serve as the legislative branch of county government, passing local laws and approving the annual budget that funds public schools, roads, and emergency services. They set local tax rates and make final decisions on land use and zoning, which determines where new homes and businesses can be built. This office is responsible for prioritizing how your tax dollars are spent and managing the long-term growth and infrastructure of your community.
View all candidates in this raceAmanda Fiedler is a current Anne Arundel County Councilwoman for District 5 who has announced her candidacy for re-election in August 2025. She represents District 5, which encompasses the Broadneck Peninsula, Arnold, Severna Park, Gambrills, and Millersville, areas known for parks like Kinder Farm Park and high-performing public schools. According to her campaign website, Fiedler grew up in the district and holds a deep love for the county and its people. External news coverage reports that she emphasizes collaboration with the community to implement impactful legislation that improves residents' lives. Moving forward, she plans to focus on building on past successes while prioritizing public safety, education, and preserving the essence of communities.
Sources: Campaign website
Amanda grew up here and has a true love for the County and District.
Every community and family have unique characteristics.
As your district's elected council member, it is Amanda's responsibility to hear your concerns, represent you and take them into consideration with every bit of legislation.
Amanda is ready to be the voice of her community for four more years.
Source: voteforfiedler.com
Education
Fiedler highlights that District 5 contains some of the highest performing public schools in Anne Arundel County feeding into Severna Park, Broadneck, and Arundel High School.
“District 5 has some of the highest performing public schools in all of Anne Arundel County that feed into Severna Park, Broadneck, and Arundel High School.”
Public Safety
Fiedler states she is dedicated to focusing on public safety as part of her re-election platform.
“focusing on public safety”
Report Annapolis announced Fiedler's re-election bid in August 2025. The article states she claims that collaborating with the community has led to impactful legislation improving residents' lives. She stated she is dedicated to building on past successes while focusing on public safety, education, and preserving the essence of communities.