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Arkia A. Wade

Democratic · Maryland · 2026

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Baltimore County County Council, Councilmanic District 9Maryland · 2026Baltimore County sample ballot

Top priorities

  • Road repairs, proactive maintenance and stormwater management
  • Updated zoning for diverse housing options and streamlined permitting
  • Rebuilding government trust through town halls and public dashboards

Per The Baltimore Banner voter guide.

Biography

Wade is founder and executive director of Neighborhood Companions Inc. and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and sociology from The College of William & Mary, per The Baltimore Banner voter guide. She serves as a commissioner for the Baltimore County Department of Aging and president of the Baltimore County Arts Guild Board, per The Baltimore Banner voter guide.

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Profile facts follow official election office filings and the sources cited in each biography. Roster last verified October 1, 2026. Official sources are the final word on who appears on your ballot.

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