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County Council Member · District 3 · Montgomery 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 raceRicky Fai Mui is a Navy veteran with 12 years of service who is running for Montgomery County Council District 3 in the June 2026 primary. He holds a Business Administration degree and has worked as a federal contractor at Accenture (6 years) and Novaces (1 year), plus spent 3 years in food manufacturing and customized package picking at Frito Lay. A father, MCCPTA Delegate, Rotary Member, American Legion Member, and former Chair of Rockville City Commission, he previously ran for school board. He advocates for pan-Asian rights through the OCA DC Chapter (6 years) and supports local ethnic festivals celebrating Montgomery County's cultural richness.
Sources: Campaign website
"Our children are resilient and aware; they deserve schools built on discipline, curiosity, and community support. We must mend the system to give them the future they deserve."
"I believe our children deserve organized, disciplined schools filled with competent teachers who inspire curiosity and prepare them for the modern world. Their education should balance academic rigor, ethics, physical fitness, mental health support, and safe learning environments."
"As a father, veteran, and business leader, I know children thrive when surrounded by community, teamwork, and consistent effort. Just as in sports or music, practice and guidance lead to success. We must mend the system to ensure every student grows with confidence, knowledge, and opportunity."
"I intend to leverage my Navy, corporate, and consulting experience to create effective systems, reduce waste, and ensure Montgomery County schools deliver the quality education our children deserve."
Source: rickyfmui.com
Education
Advocates for schools built on discipline, curiosity, and community support with competent teachers who inspire curiosity. Emphasizes balancing academic rigor, ethics, physical fitness, mental health support, and safe learning environments.
“"Our children are resilient and aware; they deserve schools built on discipline, curiosity, and community support. We must mend the system to give them the future they deserve."”
Government Ethics
Supports efficient spending, reducing waste, and creating effective systems through Navy, corporate, and consulting experience.
“"I intend to leverage my Navy, corporate, and consulting experience to create effective systems, reduce waste, and ensure Montgomery County schools deliver the quality education our children deserve."”
Community Development
Advocates for community-driven culture through OCA DC Chapter work supporting pan-Asian rights and attending local ethnic festivals celebrating cultural richness.
“"Attends and supports local ethnic festivals and events celebrating the cultural richness of Montgomery County."”
According to MyMC Media coverage from October 2025 through February 2026, Ricky Fai Mui filed to run for District 3 of the Montgomery County Council in the June 23, 2026 primary election. He is one of several candidates competing alongside Rockville City Councilmember Izola Shaw when incumbent Sidney Katz does not seek reelection due to term limits.
“"Our children are resilient and aware; they deserve schools built on discipline, curiosity, and community support."”
Source“"I uphold discipline, ethics, academic rigor, and respect. I support safe, engaging classrooms, fair teacher pay, efficient spending, and a community-driven education system that fosters resilience and lifelong success."”
Source“"OCA DC Chapter: Advocate for pan-Asian rights to US Congress - 6 years Led multi-cultural night for Elementary school Attends and supports local ethnic festivals and events celebrating the cultural richness of Montgomery County."”
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