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County Council Member · District C · Harford 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 raceChas Hagan is a candidate for Harford County Council District C who has dedicated 28 years to education, serving as principal at Harford Technical High School and Southampton Middle School before continuing work as a substitute teacher. He emphasizes his deep roots in the county, having moved there with his wife Patty in 2002 where their children and grandchildren now reside alongside his own family history of service. Hagan advocates for fiscal discipline, public safety, and a government that works for every family rather than just politics. His campaign vision centers on Citizen-Centered Government, which he defines by three core questions regarding safety, affordability/livability, and efficiency/cost-effectiveness. He also highlights his background in community faith and local organizations like the Bel Air Moose and Sons of the American Legion as evidence of his engagement.
Sources: Campaign website
"I've spent the last 30 years serving our community, and today, I'm asking for the opportunity to serve you in a new capacity."
"My Vision for Harford County: I'm running on one simple idea: Citizen-Centered Government."
"Every issue, every vote, gets weighed by three questions: Does this make Harford County safer and more secure for our families? Does this make it more affordable and livable... Does this make our government responsive, efficient, and cost-effective—no waste - with people over politics?"
"Ensuring the Sheriff's Office remains fully funded to protect our neighborhoods."
Source: haganforharford.com
Education
Driving transparency and excellence in our schools. Working to foster a cohesive Board of Education that honors the needs of students and families.
“"I dedicated 28 years to education, including 18 years as a principal leading Harford Technical High School and Southampton Middle School... Even in retirement, my heart is still in the classroom; I continue to serve as a substitute teacher because I believe our work for the next generation is never truly finished."”
Public Safety
Ensuring the Sheriff's Office remains fully funded to protect our neighborhoods and maintain Harford County as a safe place to raise a family.
“"Committed to fiscal discipline, public safety, and a government that works for every family."”
Fiscal Policy
Ensuring government is responsive, efficient, and cost-effective with no waste, prioritizing people over politics.
“"Does this make our government responsive, efficient, and cost-effective—no waste - with people over politics?"”
Economic Development
Supporting small business growth and local ownership through enhanced grant opportunities and streamlined local banking partnerships.
“"Economic Vitality Supporting small business growth and local ownership through enhanced grant opportunities and streamlined local banking partnerships."”
Land Use
Balancing development with the preservation of Harford's rural character, ensuring zoning laws prioritize infrastructure and school capacity.
“"Smart Growth Balancing development with the preservation of Harford's rural character. Zoning laws must prioritize infrastructure and school capacity."”
The Baltimore Sun lists Chas Hagan among 29 candidates who have filed to run for Harford County Council. The provided article text does not offer specific commentary on his background or endorsements beyond confirming his filing status.
“"I dedicated 28 years to education, including 18 years as a principal leading Harford Technical High School and Southampton Middle School."”
Source“"Ensuring the Sheriff's Office remains fully funded to protect our neighborhoods and maintain Harford County as a safe place to raise a family."”
Source“"Committed to fiscal discipline... Does this make our government responsive, efficient, and cost-effective—no waste - with people over politics?"”
Source“"Supporting small business growth and local ownership through enhanced grant opportunities and streamlined local banking partnerships."”
Source“"Smart Growth Balancing development with the preservation of Harford's rural character. Zoning laws must prioritize infrastructure and school capacity."”
Source“"Supporting small business growth and local ownership through enhanced grant opportunities and streamlined local banking partnerships."”
Source“"no waste - with people over politics?"”
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