Eric Colvin
Advanced as the Republican Nominee after the June 23, 2026 Primary Election with 5,162 votes (100.0%). Always verify official ballot status with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Serving as County Commissioner for District 1 since 2018. Defense IT specialist, community volunteer with Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad, and advocate for rural Southern county interests.
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Verified Policy Stances & Platform
Public record positions, statements, and campaign positions.
Supporting NAS Pax River and Expanding Waterfront Aquaculture
Strong champion of the defense community, working closely with the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, while supporting local commercial watermen and agriculture.
"We must protect our naval installations while fostering an environment where small businesses, farmers, and watermen can thrive."
Official Campaign Priorities
- Rural broadband expansion across southern peninsula
- Supporting Point Lookout State Park improvements
- Conservative fiscal management and AAA bond rating preservation
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Live Activity Timeline
LEONARDTOWN — Groups that want to hold a meeting, reception or party at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport terminal will have a written set of rules to follow starting Nov. 1, including a promise of an answer within three days. The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County voted 4-1 on Oct. 20 to adopt
From left, St. Mary’s County Commissioners Scott Ostrow and Mike Hewitt, Commissioner President Randy Guy and Commissioner Eric Colvin attend the State of the County luncheon Oct. 20 at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department in Lexington Park. The event was hosted by the St. Mary’s County Chambe
LEONARDTOWN — St. Mary’s County has a new blueprint for the next 25 years. The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County voted 4-1 on Tuesday to adopt the St. Mary’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan, the long-range guide for where the county will grow, what it will preserve and where it will spend. Before the final
St. Mary’s County government will take over organizing Project Graduation, the all-night, substance-free celebration for graduating high school seniors, after the State’s Attorney’s Office notified the county it is stepping back from running the event. Commissioner Eric Colvin announced the change d
The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County join local 4-H members, families and program staff Oct. 6, 2026, to recognize National 4-H Week. Commissioner Eric Colvin presented the proclamation honoring the program’s role in helping young people develop confidence, leadership skills and community connecti
Highlights from this week's Commissioners of St. Mary's County meeting: We reviewed upcoming capital improvement projects including critical roadway drainage and culvert replacements in the 7th District and Leonardtown. Maintaining fiscal conservatism while ensuring essential ...
The St. Mary’s County Commissioners voted 5-0 Tuesday to adopt regulations and designate the County Attorney to administer gaming device permits countywide, formally implementing a new state law that requires local nonprofit and fraternal organizations to hold a permit before operating gaming device
Local government is the most effective and efficient form of government(when compared to state or Federal government). Your elected County Commissioners are your neighbors, friends, members of your church or club or civic organization. You see them in the grocery store and the Po
“Serving as your commissioner is an absolute honor. I want to continue to preserve the heritage and rural character of St. Mary’s County while supporting growth and improving our community! You have trusted me to represent you for eight years and I am asking for that trust for fo
Commissioner Eric Colvin highlights legislative work with the Tri-County Council and Southern Maryland Navy Alliance to safeguard NAS Pax River missions while supporting local watermen and waterfront access.