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Board of Education Member · District E · Harford County · 2026 Primary
Members of the Board of Education oversee the local public school system by setting educational policies, approving the annual operating budget, and hiring the superintendent. They make key decisions on matters such as student curriculum, school boundaries, and the maintenance of school facilities. This office is important because its members determine how tax dollars are spent to support student learning and the overall quality of schools in the community.
View all candidates in this raceRobert S. Wagner is a lifelong Harford County resident and candidate seeking election to the Harford County Board of Education in 2026. A farmer and businessman, Wagner has a long record of public service in Harford County, having served on the Harford County Council representing District E from 1990 to 2006, including serving as Council President, and again from 2018 to 2022, during which time he served as Vice President of the Council. He previously ran for Harford County Executive in the 2010 Republican primary. He is one of several candidates running for open seats on the Harford County Board of Education in the November 3, 2026 general election alongside incumbent Melissa Hahn and other challengers.
Government Ethics
Advocates for proper checks and balances between county government branches.
“There needs to be a check and balance system between the legislative and executive branch.”
Fiscal Policy
Believes current resources are adequate but questions cost savings from outsourcing efforts.
“Presently, I believe the county does have adequate resources to achieve meeting the needs of our public schools and law enforcement. While well-intentioned, I do not believe the county's outsourcing efforts have actually realized the cost savings that were anticipated.”
Education
Supports maintaining funding for education as a core need.
“The Glassman administration has maintained adequate funding for education and public safety during the past four years.”
External coverage confirms Robert S. Wagner filed to run for Harford County Board of Education alongside three other candidates in District C and others, with five seats up for grabs. News profiles highlight his background as a former county council president and freight broker from Bel Air. One source notes that incumbent Melissa Hahn is the only current member running to retain her seat while Wagner competes for an open position.
“The Glassman administration has maintained adequate funding for education and public safety during the past four years.”
Source“Presently, I believe the county does have adequate resources to achieve meeting the needs of our public schools and law enforcement.”
Source“There needs to be a check and balance system between the legislative and executive branch.”
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