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County Council Member · District 9 · Baltimore 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 raceWilliam Barrios is running for Baltimore County Council District 9 under the new map configuration for 2026. He describes himself as a neighbor, advocate, and candidate who believes our community deserves leadership that shows up with transparency, integrity, and a real commitment to the people it serves. According to The Banner, he is one of several diverse candidates running for council seats following an expansion from seven to nine members. It identifies him as a Hispanic man among several Black women, Gen Zers, and others in the field. Barrios emphasizes that decisions should be made with the community rather than behind closed doors in a district as hardworking and diverse as ours. His campaign focuses on safer streets, stronger schools, and real opportunity for every family in District 9 because at the end of the day it is not about politics but about people. He aims to protect neighborhoods and restore hope through accountability between Baltimore City and County.
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Community Protection
Establish clear accountability between Baltimore City and County; District 9 should not carry the burden of outside problems. Includes boundary safety camera program, cross-jurisdiction enforcement, and community patrol initiatives.
“District 9 sits directly on the line between Baltimore City and Baltimore County. When responsibility is unclear, our neighborhoods feel it first — from illegal dumping to stolen vehicles and inconsistent enforcement.”
Illegal Dumping
Increase enforcement in high-dumping areas and hold repeat offenders accountable. Establish a 48–72 hour cleanup goal with tracking.
“Stronger enforcement, faster cleanup, and real consequences. Our neighbor-hoods deserve better.”
Environment
Clean water and air are not optional. Increase transparency around sewage spills and environmental failures; strengthen enforcement of environmental standards.
“District 9 has experienced ongoing environmental challenges, including polluted waterways, sewage system failures, and air quality concerns.”
Public Safety
Support law enforcement and invest in stronger communities. Safety starts at the neighborhood level.
“Safe Neighborhoods Support law enforcement and invest in stronger communities. Safety starts at the neighbor-hood level.”
Economic Development
Support local businesses, protect jobs, and cut unnecessary barriers. Keep opportunity in District 9.
“Jobs & Small Business Support local businesses, protect jobs, and cut un-necessary barriers.”
Infrastructure
Fix schools, roads, drainage, and neglected properties. Take care of the basics.
“Investment & Infrastructure Fix schools, roads, drainage, and neglected properties. Take care of the basics.”
The Banner notes he is one of the diverse candidates running for council seats following an expansion from seven to nine members. It identifies him as a Hispanic man among several Black women, Gen Zers, and others in the field. No specific record or endorsements are mentioned regarding Barrios specifically beyond his demographic description and candidacy status.
“Safe Neighborhoods Support law enforcement and invest in stronger communities. Safety starts at the neighbor-hood level.”
Source“Clean water and air are not optional. District 9 deserves real environmental accountability.”
Source“Support local businesses, protect jobs, and cut un-necessary barriers. Keep opportunity in District 9.”
Source“Jobs & Small Business Support local businesses, protect jobs, and cut un-necessary barriers. Keep opportunity in District 9.”
Source“Investment & Infrastructure Fix schools, roads, drainage, and neglected properties. Take care of the basics.”
Source“District 9 deserves clean neighborhoods — and a system that keeps them that way.”
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