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County Council Member · District 9 · Prince George's 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 raceSherman Hardy is a Democrat running for the Prince George’s County Council District 9. A U.S. Air Force veteran with experience in law enforcement, emergency management, and housing advocacy, he characterizes his leadership style as disciplined and accountable. Hardy’s platform centers on "smart growth," which focuses on reinvesting in existing infrastructure like roads and schools rather than solely pursuing new development. He emphasizes the need for transparency in government spending, referring to his background as an acquisition specialist to promise "watchdog-level oversight" of public funds. His vision for the county includes enhancing public safety, improving healthcare access, and fostering economic opportunities in industries such as clean energy and logistics. He presents himself as a lifelong problem-solver who intends to be a visible and accessible leader for his constituents.
Sources: Campaign website
I won’t be everything to everyone — but I will be everything I said I would be to you. District 9 deserves more than soundbites. We deserve bold, accountable leadership that shows up, listens, and delivers real results.
I’ll bring watchdog-level oversight, a veteran’s discipline, and an emergency manager’s readiness to lead in moments big and small.
Every tax dollar must be spent wisely, transparently, and with a clear return for our communities.
Growth should start by taking care of what we already have. That means reinvesting in aging roads, schools, and public facilities, revitalizing underused properties, and pairing new development with infrastructure upgrades. Existing neighborhoods must benefit, not get left behind.
I’m running for County Council because District 9 deserves more than excuses. We deserve results.
Source: hardy4pg.com
Healthcare
Strengthen first responders and invest in mental health and preventative care to reduce wait times.
“Strengthen first responders, promote prevention programs, invest in preventative care & reducing hospital wait-times and make mental health a core part of community life.”
Accountability & Fiscal Policy
Ensure transparent spending and oversight of public funds to prevent mismanagement.
“Every tax dollar must be spent wisely, transparently, and with a clear return for our communities.”
Economic Opportunity
Attract diverse industries to the district so residents can work and grow careers locally.
“Attract employers and industries that match District 9’s strengths — from modern agriculture, healthcare and logistics to clean energy and innovation — so residents can work where they live and grow their careers right here.”
Infrastructure & Smart Growth
Prioritize reinvestment in existing neighborhoods and infrastructure before new development.
“Growth should start by taking care of what we already have. That means reinvesting in aging roads, schools, and public facilities, revitalizing underused properties, and pairing new development with infrastructure upgrades.”
Public Transportation
Improve transit accessibility to connect residents to opportunity and reduce congestion.
“Safe, reliable, accessible transit connects people to jobs, schools, healthcare, and opportunity. Reducing household transportation costs, easing congestion, and giving residents real alternatives to sitting in traffic.”
“invest in preventative care & reducing hospital wait-times and make mental health a core part of community life.”
Source“With disciplined budgeting, thoughtful growth, and leadership that shows up and listens, we can deliver results that actually improve daily life.”
Source“I want to support local businesses, attract new industries, and create pathways to good-paying jobs—because every resident deserves a chance to succeed.”
Source“That means reinvesting in aging roads, schools, and public facilities, revitalizing underused properties, and pairing new development with infrastructure upgrades.”
Source“Safe, reliable, accessible transit connects people to jobs, schools, healthcare, and opportunity.”
Source“We need to support first responders, invest in prevention programs, and create communities where families feel safe and supported.”
Source“I’ve lived the values of accountability and service my entire life — as a U.S. Air Force veteran...”
Source“My background includes... advocating for housing...”
Source“Attract employers and industries that match District 9’s strengths — from modern agriculture...”
Source“I’ll bring watchdog-level oversight, a veteran’s discipline, and an emergency manager’s readiness to lead in moments big and small.”
Source“Smart, balanced growth... Existing neighborhoods must benefit, not get left behind.”
Source“I’ll fight to make sure our schools... are our future.”
Source“Education & Youth Empowerment Our kids are our future.”
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