Five candidates including three incumbents have qualified for the ballot in the race for three seats on the Leonardtown Town Council with Election Day set for Tuesday May 5 2026 in St Marys County.
The candidate filing deadline closed Monday April 13 2026 at 430 pm according to the official public service announcement issued by the Town of Leonardtown. The candidates are Heather Earhart incumbent Rodney Flowers Ken Held Christy Hollander incumbent and Mary Maday Slade incumbent. The race will determine who represents residents in day to day town governance for the next term.
Polls will open at 1200 pm and close at 700 pm at the Leonardtown Town Office located at 22670 Washington Street. Voters must be registered and have lived within the towns municipal boundaries for at least thirty days before the election. Today Friday April 17 2026 is the final day to register to vote. Registration assistance is available at the St Marys County Board of Elections office at 23250 Hollywood Road Leonardtown MD 20650 Monday through Friday from 800 am to 430 pm or by calling 3014754200 extension 1625.
Absentee ballot applications must reach the Town Office by Tuesday April 28 2026 at 430 pm. Emergency ballots can be obtained until 700 pm on Election Day. Forms and additional information are available by contacting Teri Dimsey at 3014759791 or teridimsey@leonardtownmdgov. Online resources are posted at leonardtownsomdcom or via email at leonardtowncommissioners@leonardtownmdgov.
The announcement serves as a final reminder for Leonardtown residents ahead of the municipal vote. Leonardtown serves as the county seat of St Marys County in Southern Maryland and the Town Council handles local matters that directly affect daily life for families and businesses in the area. Issues such as community services infrastructure and planning decisions often come before the council making every seat important for the more than one thousand residents living inside town limits.
With five candidates competing for three positions the election is competitive and marks a chance for voters to shape leadership in one of Southern Marylands historic communities. Leonardtown sits in a region known for its mix of rural charm proximity to major employers including Naval Air Station Patuxent River and steady growth along key corridors like Route 235. The outcome will influence how the town manages its resources and responds to local needs in the coming years.
Election officials emphasize the importance of meeting deadlines. Anyone who has not yet registered should visit the Board of Elections office today to ensure eligibility. The process is straightforward for qualified residents and helps guarantee broad participation in this small town election. No party affiliation is required for voting in the municipal contest which focuses solely on local representation.
The public service announcement also outlines clear steps for absentee and emergency voting to accommodate residents who cannot attend the polls in person. This setup supports accessibility while maintaining the integrity of the vote count. Once ballots are cast results will determine the three council members who will take office following certification.
Southern Maryland voters in Leonardtown have until the close of business today to secure their place on the rolls for this election. The tight timeline underscores the need for immediate action from anyone planning to participate. Town officials have made contact information widely available to answer questions and provide forms without delay.
This election stands as a key civic event for the community. Participation helps ensure the council reflects the priorities of those who live and work in Leonardtown. As one of the smaller but vital municipalities in St Marys County Leonardtowns leadership choices ripple through the broader Southern Maryland region where residents often share services schools and economic ties across county lines.
Officials have not released additional details on candidate platforms or campaign events at this time. The focus remains on the mechanics of voting and meeting all deadlines. Residents are encouraged to use the remaining hours of April 17 2026 to register if needed and to plan their voting strategy for May 5.
The Town of Leonardtown will post results and updates through its official channels after polls close. For now the message is clear register today if eligible and prepare to cast a ballot in the upcoming council election.
