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County Council Member · District 4 · Prince George's 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 raceDr. Juliet Agocha is a Democrat running for Prince George's County Council District 4, bringing lived experience as a former homeless individual who experienced homelessness in 2009 before earning her PhD in Leadership and building a career in governance and policy leadership. She has over 10 years of government experience managing major initiatives at the World Bank and USPS, where she helped implement healthcare access programs like the Maryland Health Connection. As an 18-year resident of Prince George's County, she describes herself as a mother, business owner, and dedicated advocate who understands both her community's potential and its struggles. Her campaign focuses on three main pillars: affordable housing for residents, early childhood education for families, and safe communities with improved infrastructure and public safety.
Sources: Campaign website
I am not a politician; I am your neighbor, your sister, a wife, and a mother.
In 2009, I was homeless. I faced nights without a place to sleep, days unsure of where my next meal would come from, and the heavy weight of feeling invisible in a world that too often overlooks people like me.
I believe government should work for the people—not politics over our families, seniors, and children.
As your councilwoman, I will bring honest, transparent, and people-focused leadership to District 4.
Together, we can create a government that is accountable, responsive, and truly serves the needs of every resident.
Source: julietagocha.com
Affordable Housing
Dr. Agocha connects her personal experience of homelessness to policy advocacy, noting that in 2025 the median home price hit $470,000 while median household income remained around $94,000, creating a widening affordability gap.
“I am fighting for affordable housing because housing is not just a policy issue—it's personal, it's human, and it's foundational to dignity. In 2009, I was homeless, facing the harsh reality of a system that failed to provide the basic security that every person deserves.”
Early Childhood Education
She advocates for affordable childcare solutions and universal pre-K access, noting that in 2025 the average cost of childcare in Maryland is around $12,000 per year for infants.
“I am fighting for early childhood education because parents should not have to choose between daycare and their career. I currently serve as a board member at the Maryland Head Start Association, where I'm committed to putting families first.”
Public Safety & Infrastructure
Dr. Agocha highlights that over 20% of streets in Prince George's County are rated in poor condition and 35% of residents feel unsafe walking at night, proposing infrastructure repairs and park revitalization.
“I see roads in disrepair, streetlights unmaintained, and parks neglected—creating daily dangers for families, seniors, and children. Over 15,000 streetlights need repair, and 10% of roads have gone unupdated for decades.”
Economic Development
As owner of Ultimate Tech in Prince George's County, she emphasizes supporting small business owners who work hard to survive and fostering youth empowerment through education.
“I own a technology firm here in Prince George's County, and I see every day how hard small business owners work just to survive. Dr. Agocha prioritizes affordable housing, small businesses, and youth empowerment.”
According to PG Proud Magazine's April 2026 coverage, Dr. Juliet Agocha brings a unique blend of lived experience and professional expertise to her County Council campaign for District 4. The article describes her as a mother, business owner, and dedicated advocate who prioritizes affordable housing, small businesses, and youth empowerment in her vision for local governance.
“I am fighting for affordable housing because housing is not just a policy issue—it's personal, it's human, and it's foundational to dignity.”
Source“I am fighting for early childhood education because parents should not have to choose between daycare and their career.”
Source“I see roads in disrepair, streetlights unmaintained, and parks neglected—creating daily dangers for families, seniors, and children.”
Source“Over 15,000 streetlights need repair, and 10% of roads have gone unupdated for decades.”
Source“I own a technology firm here in Prince George's County, and I see every day how hard small business owners work just to survive.”
Source“As a mother and academic mentor, I know our youth deserve better than being caught in a cycle of neglect.”
Source“Dr. Juliet Agocha, a County Council candidate, prioritizes affordable housing, small businesses, and youth empowerment.”
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