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County Commissioner · Washington County · 2026 Primary
County Commissioners act as both the lawmaking body and the executive branch for their county, meaning they pass local ordinances and oversee all county departments. They are responsible for setting property tax rates and adopting the annual budget, which determines funding levels for essential services like public schools, road maintenance, and emergency responders. Their decisions on land use and zoning also directly influence how your community grows and what types of businesses or housing can be built.
View all candidates in this raceLes L. McIntosh Sr. is a pastor, small business owner, and community leader running for Washington County Commissioner in Maryland. He serves as founder and lead pastor of Impact Ministries and Overseer of Ministerio de Impacto, where he has spent years serving families and strengthening the community. Additionally, he holds positions as Vice president and Religious Chairman of the Washington County NAACP and owns Les Energy LLC for more than 12 years. McIntosh is a devoted husband to Danita, father of five children, and grandfather to two grandchildren. He is running on a platform focused on putting people first, strengthening families, growing the economy with purpose, and advocating for fiscal accountability.
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"My name is Les L. McIntosh Sr., and I am a devoted husband, father, grandfather, pastor, small business owner, and community leader running for County Commissioner in Washington County."
"I have spent my life serving people, through my family, my ministry, my business, and my community. I am ready to bring that same servant leadership to demand more for Washington County."
"As a pastor, I have been dedicated to bringing people together to solve real problems and put families first."
"My motto says it best, 'Get Up, Get Going and Get Great!'"
"I am running for County Commissioner to put people first, strengthen families, grow our economy with purpose, and advocate for fiscal accountability."
Source: mcintoshforus.com
Education
McIntosh advocates for aligning education funding with workforce development so students graduate with skills matching local job opportunities. He emphasizes transparent school funding that supports safe schools and strong teachers without overburdening taxpayers, expanding partnerships between schools and community resources for wraparound support including mental health services and after-school programs.
“"Align education funding with workforce development so students graduate with skills that match local job opportunities and career pathways in Washington County. Advocate for responsible, transparent school funding that supports safe schools, strong teachers, and measurable outcomes—without overburdening taxpayers. Expand partnerships between schools and local organizations to provide wraparound support such as mental health services, counseling, mentoring, and after-school programs."”
Affordable Housing
McIntosh addresses rising housing costs that are cost-burdening renters while wages remain stagnant. He proposes increasing housing supply responsibly by revisiting land-use policies with focus on protected affordable housing, expanding options for older adults and low-income residents, working on rent stabilization strategies, and creating supportive housing pathways for those experiencing homelessness or transitioning out of care systems.
“"Increase housing supply responsibly by revisiting land-use and development policies that have slowed construction, with a focus on protected affordable housing. Expand affordable options for older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income renters so residents can age and live safely in their communities. Create supportive housing pathways for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, including those transitioning out of the care system."”
Transportation
McIntosh notes that rapid development has increased demand on roads and public transit without infrastructure keeping pace. He emphasizes connecting rural areas to city services like healthcare, education, and job opportunities, particularly for seniors who no longer drive, students without reliable transportation, and working families in outlying areas.
“"Rapid development in Washington County has increased demand on roads, pedestrian pathways, and public transit, but infrastructure hasn't kept pace. Too often investments stop at the city limits, leaving many residents, especially seniors, students, and those living in rural or developing areas without reliable ways to reach job opportunities healthcare, education, and essential services that are largely concentrated in the City of Hagerstown."”
“"Align education funding with workforce development so students graduate with skills that match local job opportunities and career pathways in Washington County."”
Source“"Increase housing supply responsibly by revisiting land-use and development policies that have slowed construction, with a focus on protected affordable housing."”
Source“"Rapid development in Washington County has increased demand on roads, pedestrian pathways, and public transit, but infrastructure hasn't kept pace."”
Source“"As the owner of Les Energy LLC for more than 12 years, I understand the challenges facing working families, and small businesses. I am committed to purposeful economic development, social accountability, and servant leadership that puts people first."”
Source“"I am running for County Commissioner to put people first, strengthen families, grow our economy with purpose, and advocate for fiscal accountability."”
Source“"I am the founder and lead pastor of Impact Ministries and Overseer of Ministerio de Impacto, where I have spent years serving families and strengthening our community."”
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