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County Commissioner · Caroline 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 raceSavannah Winston is a municipal leader and entrepreneur running for County Commissioner in Caroline County, Maryland. She currently serves as Commission President in the Town of Preston, where she was sworn in as the first female and African-American to hold that position. Winston grew up about a mile and a half past Preston in Jonestown and describes herself as a 'small country girl' from that community. Her educational background includes a Bachelor's in Accounting, Master's in MIS, and ongoing doctoral studies in Education & Executive Leadership. She has served on several community boards since 2020 and brings experience from both federal service and local government roles. Winston leads with her Three P's philosophy of Passion, Patience, and Perseverance to serve Caroline County with integrity and faith.
Sources: Campaign website
"My leadership is grounded in the Three P's—Passion, Patience, and Perseverance—guiding me to serve with integrity and strengthen progress for our community."
"I lead with purpose, drawing from a deep commitment to serve Caroline County with integrity, faith, and heart."
"My goal is to amplify voices and ensure accessibility to essential services, reinforcing a genuinely inclusive environment for all residents of Caroline County."
"Earning recognition as the first person of color elected as Commissioner in Preston, I bring a historical perspective."
"I aim to create an inclusive platform where every resident in Caroline County feels encouraged to participate."
Source: voteforsavannahwinston.com
Community Resources
Winston wants to increase access and bring more community resources into Preston for its residents
“"I would like to work alongside with my fellow commissioners to bring community resources into Preston. We are a very unique small town and we would love to be able to have more access for our residents, says Winston."”
Inclusive Governance
Winston aims to make governance structure inclusive and reflective of every resident's voice across Caroline County
“"With an unwavering dedication to bridging cultural gaps, I work towards making the governance structure inclusive and reflective of every resident's voice across Caroline County."”
Civic Participation
Winston aims to create a platform where every resident feels encouraged to participate in local government
“"I aim to create an inclusive platform where every resident in Caroline County feels encouraged to participate."”
Resource Advocacy
Winston draws upon experiences in federal service and local government as a steadfast advocate for community resources
“"As a steadfast advocate for community resources, I draw upon my experiences in federal service and local government. My goal is to amplify voices and ensure accessibility to essential services, reinforcing a genuinely inclusive environment for all residents of Caroline County."”
The WBOC article from May 25, 2023 reports that Winston was sworn in as the first female and African-American Commission President in Preston's history. She says she grew up about a mile and a half past Preston in Jonestown and feels it 'feels amazing' to be in this position representing her small town roots. Winston plans to work with fellow commissioners to bring more community resources into Preston, noting they're a unique small town that would love more access for residents.
“"Building bridges that strengthen communities and amplify their voices."”
Source“"Pursuing academic excellence, I've achieved a Bachelor's in Accounting and a Master's in MIS, currently advancing my studies in Education & Executive Leadership."”
Source“"My leadership is grounded in the Three P's—Passion, Patience, and Perseverance—guiding me to serve with integrity."”
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