SALISBURY, MD — A Salisbury Executive Director, Educator and Community Leader Katherine Jones announced her run for election, as a Republican, for the at-large seat for Wicomico County Council.
“It’s the natural next step to serving my community. It’s been an honor to serve our residents at the city, county, and state levels focusing on matters of equity and justice, particularly for our vulnerable populations. Through my efforts, I hope to have gained your trust and support to serve at the next level as a County Councilwoman.”
During her service on the Wicomico County Charter Review Committee, Jones examined the balance between the offices of the County Executive and the County Council and would like to continue her efforts in building unity.
“I will encourage stronger partnerships between our City, the County Executive, and the County Council. It is essential that our local branches of government respect each other’s positions and find resolutions that benefit the citizens of our county.”
Jones also highlights her endeavors to support the installation of rural broadband, the expansion of water and sewer services, and the development of more career and technical programs to meet the needs of our workforce through Wor-Wic Community College and our public schools.
“As an advocate for economic growth, I will work hard so families and businesses choose Wicomico County to be their home. I will support our educational systems, so we can offer valuable technical skills to meet the growing needs of our businesses and create more employment opportunities for our residents.”
Dr. Jones was appointed to serve on the Wicomico Charter Review Committee, the City of Salisbury’s Disability Advisory Council, and the State Rehabilitation Council. She also worked hard to reinstate Wicomico’s Commission for Women and is currently serving as its Chair. She is a member of the Greater Salisbury Committee, Salisbury’s Chamber of Commerce, and Kennedy Krieger’s Community Advisory Council. She is the Executive Director for Bay Area Center for Independent Living and is an adjunct instructor for Salisbury University. Katherine has lived in Wicomico County for over 45 years. She graduated from James. M. Bennett High School went on to earn her B.A. in History and M.Ed. in Public School Administration from Salisbury University and then earned her Educational Doctorate in Innovation and Leadership in Higher Education from Wilmington University. She has been married for 30 years, to Todd Jones, who is the Shop Supervisor at Chesapeake Nurseries. Together, they raised four children who have attended Mardela Middle and High School and Salisbury University.
Meredith Mears is the Chair of the Campaign. She is very active in her community and has served in a multitude of community leadership roles. She is also known for being a strong business economic and commercial real estate developer.
Sandee Dray is the Treasurer. She is a Business Manager and Accountant. She is politically charged and wants to support a campaign that believes in finding more equitable opportunities for our diverse community.
To learn more about Katherine Jones, and her campaign, visit katherinejonesforwicomico.com
