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County Council Member · District 5 · Wicomico 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 raceBenjamin Jorden is the Mayor of Delmar, Maryland, and a Republican candidate for Wicomico County Council District 5 in 2026. Public records show Jorden was elected mayor in 2021, and his social media describes him as a husband, father, and local business professional with Shore Home Construction LLC. In 2025, the Wicomico County Council confirmed his appointment as Assistant Director of Administration, adding county-level executive experience to his local government background. His public campaign messaging presents him as a Delmar-based candidate seeking to move from municipal leadership into county office.
For the past four and a half years, I have had the distinct honor of serving our community and representing the incredible residents as the Mayor of Delmar.
Husband, Father, Mayor, World changer!
The news article reports that candidates filed for various local offices in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties ahead of the 2026 Maryland Primary Election. It notes the filing deadline was February 23, but does not explicitly list Ben Jorden by name within the provided text snippet.