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County Council Member · District 4 · Frederick 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 raceKavonte Duckett is a Frederick County native who made history as the first African-American member elected to the Frederick County Council in November 2022. At 28 years old at the time, he joins a council representing District 4 and brings deep local roots, with his family having lived in the county for seven generations. Duckett previously ran for office in 2018 but fell short before returning to win this seat. He expressed that being elected was a surreal moment given the county's upcoming 275th anniversary of history. His election aims to motivate other people of color to follow suit and ensure everyone has a seat at the table. He views representation as everything and hopes to bring others up behind him to carry on the mantle.
Representation
Ensuring all residents have a voice in government and motivating others to run for office.
“"I believe that now is our time, and we are going to do everything that we can do to make sure that everybody in this county has a seat at the table," Duckett said. "Representation is everything."”
Education
Encouraging students to fulfill their purpose through career fairs and educational programs.
“"This past Friday, I attended Team ALIGN’s Career Fair & Educational Programs Showcase at GTJHS. Their mission aims to encourage students to fulfill their purpose by bui…"”
External coverage highlights Kavonte Duckett as a Frederick County native who became the first African-American member elected to the County Council in November 2022. The article notes his family has lived in the county for seven generations and that he previously ran for office in 2018 before winning this seat. He expressed hope that his election would motivate other people of color to follow suit and ensure everyone has a seat at the table.
“"This past Friday, I attended Team ALIGN’s Career Fair & Educational Programs Showcase at GTJHS. Their mission aims to encourage students to fulfill their purpose by bui…"”
Source“"I believe that now is our time, and we are going to do everything that we can do to make sure that everybody in this county has a seat at the table," Duckett said. "Representation is everything."”
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