Who is running for Baltimore County Council, Councilmanic District 9 in 2026?

Tim Fazenbaker (Republican), A. Scott Pappas (Independent), Donna Eve Radtke Sekora (Independent) and Arkia A. Wade (Democrat).

Who should I vote for in the Baltimore County Council, Councilmanic District 9 race?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.

When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

Baltimore County Council, Councilmanic District 9

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 3:09 PM ET

4 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

What this office does

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Candidates

Tim Fazenbaker

Republican · $57K raised (state filings)

Strongly right · AI estimate from their own website (94% confidence)

A. Scott Pappas

Independent

Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Donna Eve Radtke Sekora

Independent

Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Arkia A. Wade

Democrat · $90K raised (state filings)

Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

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Quick answers

Who is running for Baltimore County Council, Councilmanic District 9 in 2026?: Tim Fazenbaker (Republican), A. Scott Pappas (Independent), Donna Eve Radtke Sekora (Independent) and Arkia A. Wade (Democrat).
What does this office do?: Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Who should I vote for in the Baltimore County Council, Councilmanic District 9 race?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
When is the election?: The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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