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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 raceJessica Ryley Hammond is a lifelong Marylander who grew up in Harford County and graduated from Bel Air High School, Harford Community College, and Towson University with a degree in Psychology. She currently serves as Counseling Administrator for the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association, providing mental health and social services to those living and working in Maryland's racing industry while running the state's aftercare program that finds safe homes and second careers for retired racehorses. With experience in emergency rooms and schools, she has built a career defined by leadership, determination, and service. A registered Democrat who lives in Bel Air with her husband, three rescue dogs, and three retired horses, she is running for County Council Member, District C to bring transparency, open communication, and responsible growth to Harford County government.
Sources: Campaign website
"I am committed to bringing transparency, open communication, and responsible growth to Harford County government."
"Partner with community groups and local government to protect farmland and open space through fair, sustainable options for landowners, while greatly slowing the pace of new development to ensure growth happens responsibly and in balance with our community's character."
"Provide clear information at public meetings, ask tough questions, follow up on concerns, and share answers openly with the people I serve."
"Ensure tax dollars are spent wisely and in accordance with the county budget, with efficiency and accountability as top priorities."
"Champion Harford County small, local businesses - the heartbeat of our community - by supporting policies that help them grow, thrive, and continue shaping the character and culture of Harford County"
Source: jrh4countycouncil.com
Preserve Open Space & Farmland
Partner with community groups and local government to protect farmland and open space through fair, sustainable options for landowners, while greatly slowing the pace of new development to ensure growth happens responsibly and in balance with our community's character.
“"Preserve Open Space & Farmland Partner with community groups and local government to protect farmland and open space through fair, sustainable options for landowners, while greatly slowing the pace of new development to ensure growth happens responsibly and in balance with our community's character."”
Transparency in Government
Provide clear information at public meetings, ask tough questions, follow up on concerns, and share answers openly with the people I serve.
“"Provide clear information at public meetings, ask tough questions, follow up on concerns, and share answers openly with the people I serve."”
Safe Schools & Communities
Collaborate with local law enforcement, teachers and community partners to strengthen school and community safety. Support mental health and substance-abuse programs, and expand opportunities and spaces for young people to enjoy positive, recreational activities.
“"Collaborate with local law enforcement, teachers and community partners to strengthen school and community safety. Support mental health and substance-abuse programs, and expand opportunities and spaces for young people to enjoy positive, recreational activities."”
Fiscal Responsibility
Ensure tax dollars are spent wisely and in accordance with the county budget, with efficiency and accountability as top priorities.
“"Ensure tax dollars are spent wisely and in accordance with the county budget, with efficiency and accountability as top priorities."”
Support for Small & Local Businesses
Champion Harford County small, local businesses - the heartbeat of our community - by supporting policies that help them grow, thrive, and continue shaping the character and culture of Harford County.
“"Champion Harford County small, local businesses - the heartbeat of our community - by supporting policies that help them grow, thrive, and continue shaping the character and culture of Harford County"”
“"Collaborate with local law enforcement, teachers and community partners to strengthen school and community safety."”
Source“"Partner with community groups and local government to protect farmland and open space through fair, sustainable options for landowners, while greatly slowing the pace of new development"”
Source“"Ensure tax dollars are spent wisely and in accordance with the county budget, with efficiency and accountability as top priorities."”
Source“"Champion Harford County small, local businesses - the heartbeat of our community - by supporting policies that help them grow, thrive"”
Source“"Provide clear information at public meetings, ask tough questions, follow up on concerns, and share answers openly with the people I serve."”
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