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County Council Member (At-Large) · Prince George's County · 2026 Primary
At-large county council members represent the entire county rather than a specific geographic district, making decisions that affect all residents. They are responsible for passing local laws, overseeing land use and zoning, and approving the county budget which determines funding for schools, roads, and public safety. This office is vital because these members balance the needs of the whole community to set the county’s long-term priorities and tax rates.
View all candidates in this raceDr. Jennifer N. Rios is a Democratic candidate running for Prince George's County Council At-Large position in the 2026 election cycle. She describes herself as an accomplished CEO and business leader with over 15 years of experience in technology, logistics, program management, and professional consulting across federal, state, local, and private sectors, supporting both civilian and service-disabled veteran communities. Rios served for 13 years with distinction before her current candidacy. Her campaign emphasizes fighting for Prince George's County through five main priority areas: housing affordability, public safety, infrastructure development, economic opportunity, and fair access to county services.
Sources: Campaign website
Housing should be a foundation for opportunity, not a source of constant stress. Today, too many working families, seniors, and young people are being priced out of the communities they call home.
Public safety starts with trust, accountability, and prevention. Our neighborhoods should be places where families feel safe, respected, and supported.
Strong infrastructure keeps our communities moving and our economy growing. Roads, transit, and public facilities should be safe, reliable, and built to meet the needs of today and the future.
A strong local economy means good jobs, thriving small businesses, and opportunities for workers at every stage of life.
County services should work for the people, not the other way around. Residents deserve a government that is accessible, responsive, and transparent.
Source: drjenniferrios.com
Housing
Expand affordable housing options, protect renters and homeowners, plan responsibly for growth, support smart development, preserve existing neighborhoods, ensure long-time residents can stay and thrive
“I believe we must take real steps to expand affordable housing options, protect renters and homeowners, and plan responsibly for growth. That means supporting smart development, preserving existing neighborhoods, and ensuring that long-time residents can stay and thrive.”
Public Safety
Support effective law enforcement while investing in prevention, mental health resources, community-based solutions addressing root causes of crime, building strong relationships between residents and public safety agencies
“I believe in supporting effective law enforcement while also investing in prevention, mental health resources, and community-based solutions that address the root causes of crime.”
Infrastructure
Invest in infrastructure that improves daily life, reduces congestion, connects people to jobs schools and services, thoughtful planning and responsible investment for growth that works for everyone
“I support investing in infrastructure that improves daily life, reduces congestion, and connects people to jobs, schools, and services. Thoughtful planning and responsible investment will help ensure our county grows in a way that works for everyone.”
Economic Opportunity
Support small businesses, encourage job growth, expand workforce training so people can earn good living close to home, economic opportunity should be within reach for everyone willing to work for it
“I believe we should support small businesses, encourage job growth, and expand workforce training so people can earn a good living close to home. Economic opportunity should not depend on who you know or where you start.”
Government Services
Ensure county services are accessible, responsive, transparent, treat veterans seniors working families and those relying most on county services with respect and dignity, clear communication efficient service leadership that listens
“I am committed to ensuring that veterans, seniors, working families, and those who rely most on county services are treated with respect and dignity. That means clear communication, efficient service, and leadership that listens.”
PG Proud magazine lists Jennifer Rios as one of nine Democratic candidates running for Prince George's County Council At-Large position in the upcoming election cycle. The publication notes that candidates are emerging as the local election cycle approaches and states they will share more about each candidate's primary policy priorities over coming weeks.
“I believe we must take real steps to expand affordable housing options, protect renters and homeowners, and plan responsibly for growth.”
Source“Public safety starts with trust, accountability, and prevention. Our neighborhoods should be places where families feel safe, respected, and supported.”
Source“Strong infrastructure keeps our communities moving and our economy growing. Roads, transit, and public facilities should be safe, reliable, and built to meet the needs of today and the future.”
Source“A strong local economy means good jobs, thriving small businesses, and opportunities for workers at every stage of life.”
Source“County services should work for the people, not the other way around. Residents deserve a government that is accessible, responsive, and transparent.”
Source“I believe we should support small businesses, encourage job growth, and expand workforce training so people can earn a good living close to home.”
Source“Today, too many working families, seniors, and young people are being priced out of the communities they call home.”
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