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County Council Member · District 2 · Baltimore 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 raceLawrence Williams is a candidate for Baltimore County Council District 2 with more than 30 years of experience in Maryland Public Schools, where he served as teacher, coach, Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, Night School Principal, and Superintendent Designee. A proud graduate of North Carolina Central University and Goucher College, he founded the Caring For Young Minds Foundation over 25 years ago to expand mentorship and support for youth and families. He is an active member and former President of the Baltimore County Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and serves faithfully on the MOCS Ministry at New Psalmist Baptist Church. Williams has received numerous awards including the Howard L. Cornish Humanitarian Award in 2023 and Omega Man of the Year in 2016.
Sources: Campaign website
District 2 is home. We envision neighborhoods where streets are safe, schools are strong, and every family has the opportunity to thrive.
Education is the great equalizer — the pathway to opportunity, stability, and generational progress.
I'm fighting for District 2—safer streets, stronger communities, and real opportunities for every family. Together, we can bring new energy and tangible results to our neighborhood.
This campaign is about people. It's about progress. And it's about leadership that listens — and delivers.
Source: lawrencew.com
Safer Streets
Support proactive strategies, stronger community partnerships, and practical solutions that protect families and local businesses
“I will support proactive strategies, stronger community partnerships, and practical solutions that protect families and local businesses.”
Stronger Schools
Advocate for well-supported schools, teacher retention, mentorship programs, and career pathways that prepare students for college, trades, and entrepreneurship
“I will advocate for well-supported schools, teacher retention, mentorship programs, and career pathways that prepare students for college, trades, and entrepreneurship.”
Economic Opportunity
Champion workforce development, small business support, and local hiring initiatives that create real opportunity close to home
“I will champion workforce development, small business support, and local hiring initiatives that create real opportunity close to home.”
Seniors Support
Ensure seniors deserve safety, stability, and access to services that allow them to age with dignity in the community they helped build
“Our seniors deserve safety, stability, and access to services that allow them to age with dignity in the community they helped build.”
Healthier Communities
Improve food access and expand local healthcare resources to strengthen families and neighborhoods
“I will work to improve food access and expand local healthcare resources.”
The Baltimore Banner reports that Lawrence Williams is running for the expanded nine-member County Council in District 2 as part of a diverse field including several Black women, one Hispanic man, two candidates under age 30, and a riverkeeper who files lawsuits against polluters. The race includes both Democratic and Republican candidates with no incumbent county executive running.
“Education is the great equalizer — the pathway to opportunity, stability, and generational progress.”
Source“Safer Streets Keeping Neighborhoods Safe. I will support proactive strategies, stronger community partnerships, and practical solutions that protect families and local businesses.”
Source“District 2 should grow — and residents should benefit. I will champion workforce development, small business support, and local hiring initiatives that create real opportunity close to home.”
Source“Access to fresh food and quality healthcare strengthens families and neighborhoods. I will work to improve food access and expand local healthcare resources.”
Source“Our seniors deserve safety, stability, and access to services that allow them to age with dignity in the community they helped build.”
Source“I'm fighting for District 2—safer streets, stronger communities, and real opportunities for every family. Together, we can bring new energy and tangible results to our neighborhood.”
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