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County Commissioner · District 4 · Saint Mary's 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 raceScott Ostrow is a candidate for County Commissioner in Saint Mary's County. He currently serves as a County Commissioner and is campaigning on a platform that highlights his connection to the local community. His campaign materials emphasize themes of public service, as evidenced by his reflections on a "Week of Service." Ostrow utilizes digital platforms to engage with voters through town halls and meet-and-greet events. His platform identifies specific concerns regarding cost-of-living and housing affordability for residents. Overall, he positions himself as an accessible representative who values community involvement.
Sources: Campaign website
“I Love This Community’: St. Mary’s County Commissioner Scott Ostrow Reflects On Week Of Service”
“Hope to see all my friends there. It’s going to be a great evening, and a great chance to meet and hear from many of the other candidates that are running!”
“I'm Candidate Scott Ostrow, and I approve this message.”
Source: scottostrowforcommissioner.com
Housing Affordability
Provides resources for residents to apply for the Homestead Tax Credit to manage housing costs.
“HOUSING AFFORDABILITY Homestead Tax Credit Eligibility Application”
Cost-of-Living
Identifies the cost of living as a primary issue for the county.
“COST-OF-LIVING”
External sources indicate that Scott Ostrow is an incumbent Saint Mary's County Commissioner. While his campaign website links to external commentary, some public opinion published in local news has characterized his platform as being based on "personality politics without substance."