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County Council Member · District 7 · 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 raceKrystal Oriadha is the incumbent County Council Member for District 7 in Prince George's County, describing herself as an activist focused on community-based power. A longtime resident of Seat Pleasant, she co-founded the grassroots organization PG ChangeMakers to address systemic racism and issues ranging from housing to police reform. Her professional background includes serving as a Senior Communication Consultant for the federal government and holding leadership roles at Hewlett Packard and various nonprofits. Oriadha has been recognized with honors such as the Daily Record’s Top 100 Women and serves on the board of multiple community foundations. Her platform centers on economic recovery that avoids property tax increases, reimagining community safety, and ensuring that development projects do not result in the gentrification of current neighborhoods.
Sources: Campaign website
“I am not a politician I am an ACTIVIST”
“I have built my platform around my years of advocacy in centering the needs, solutions, and voices of the community for economic development, a better quality of life, and equity-centered education.”
“District 7 is more than just a label that separates us from other areas. It is our home, and our haven. That home needs protecting. That home needs to be fought for.”
“We must continue to develop our community, but not at the expense of its current residents.”
“Our Power is as big as our collective voice, so join Krystal in building power together.”
Source: votekrystaloriadha.com
Economic Recovery and Development
Focuses on local business reinvestment and worker protections without increasing the tax burden on residents.
“Ensure we don't raise property taxes. Expanding resources for local small businesses. Access to quality jobs paying a living wage. Creating affordable housing options.”
Education
Supports increased compensation for school staff and the expansion of community-oriented school programs.
“Building Community Schools; Fair pay for teachers; Free after school programs; Expansion of apprenticeship programs in our schools.”
Quality of Life and Safety
Advocates for a multifaceted approach to safety and social services, including support for seniors and returning citizens.
“Increase services for seniors. Reimagining community safety. More transitional housing for homeless and domestic violence survivors. Office of returning citizens. Police accountability.”
Community-Based Development
Aims to prevent gentrification and ensure new developments align with the specific desires of neighborhood residents.
“Safeguard our communities from gentrification. Ensure development is done from a community-centered lens. Work to bring the type of business communities want to see in their neighborhoods.”
“I will support expanding or reevaluating our education budget so that our schools are better equipped and our teachers and other school personnel are properly compensated.”
Source“We must focus on rebuilding, revitalizing, and reinvesting in our local businesses as well as ensure housing protections and support for our community”
Source“Reimagining community safety... Police accountability”
Source“Ensure we don't raise property taxes.”
Source“Our seniors should have access to quality healthcare programs and facilities.”
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