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County Executive · Harford County · 2026 Primary
The County Executive serves as the chief administrator of the county, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and enforcing laws passed by the County Council. This official proposes the annual budget that directs how local tax dollars are spent on services such as public schools, roads, and emergency response. The County Executive also has the power to appoint department heads and can sign or veto legislation affecting the entire county.
View all candidates in this raceMatthew J. Brown is an educator and public service professional running for Harford County Executive in 2026. He currently works in Harford County Public Schools and brings experience in operations, legal support, and leadership roles including work with the American Red Cross. His campaign centers on faith, family, and future as foundational elements to restore community strength. Brown earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from UMBC (2017-2020) after starting at Harford Community College, where he also completed an Associate's degree in Political Science (2012-2016). He attended C. Milton Wright High School as Captain of the Debate Team and member of the football team. His stated goals include promoting fiscal responsibility, improving infrastructure, supporting education, and bringing greater transparency to county leadership.
Sources: Campaign website
Join Our Campaign for Change Together, we can elevate the quality of life in Harford County through community engagement and sustainable growth.
Matthew Brown emerges as a beacon of hope. His campaign is not just about politics; it's about restoring the foundational elements that make our communities strong. By prioritizing faith, family, and future.
His goal is simple: to make Harford County a place where people can live, work, and succeed.
Source: matthewbrownforharford.com
Fiscal Responsibility
Brown commits to fiscal responsibility in county governance
“Matthew brings a practical, systems-focused approach to government. He is running for County Executive to promote fiscal responsibility”
Education Support
Prioritizes education as a core mission area given his current role in Harford County Public Schools
“Currently working in Harford County Public Schools, he sees firsthand how local decisions impact students, families, and educators every day.”
Infrastructure Improvement
Committed to improving county infrastructure for residents
“He is running for County Executive to promote fiscal responsibility, improve infrastructure”
Transparency and Accountability
Seeks greater transparency in county leadership operations
“and bring greater transparency and accountability to county leadership.”
Local Business Support
Advocates for supporting local businesses over large corporations
“Support Local Businesses: A Path to Community Growth In recent years, the importance of supporting local businesses has gained significant traction.”
Community Engagement
Emphasizes community engagement as a strategy for sustainable growth
“we can elevate the quality of life in Harford County through community engagement and sustainable growth.”
“Currently working in Harford County Public Schools, he sees firsthand how local decisions impact students, families, and educators every day.”
Source“He is running for County Executive to promote fiscal responsibility”
Source“improve infrastructure, support education, and bring greater transparency and accountability to county leadership.”
Source“we can elevate the quality of life in Harford County through community engagement and sustainable growth.”
Source“Support Local Businesses: A Path to Community Growth In recent years, the importance of supporting local businesses has gained significant traction.”
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