GENE RYAN
FOR HOWARD COUNTY DISTRICT 5
STEADY LEADERSHIP.
CONSERVATIVE VALUES.
COMMON SENSE.
Welcome
District 5 is one of the most unique and important parts of Howard County. We cover nearly half the county’s land area—from farmland and open space to well-established suburban neighborhoods. Our communities are diverse in geography and background, but we all value the same things: safety, opportunity, strong schools, and a quality of life worth protecting.
I’m running for County Council because District 5 deserves stronger representation—someone who brings real-world experience, listens to everyone, and focuses on results, not politics.
Unfortunately, the local government hasn’t always treated our district that way.
Why I'm Running
I’m not running to make a name for myself. I’m running to get
things done—for the people, families, and businesses of District 5.
We don’t need more political noise. We need steady hands,
practical thinking, and a voice that actually
understands how this county works.
Because this isn’t about left or right—it’s about
doing what’s right.
Leadership That Listens.
District 5 represents only a fifth of Howard County’s population—but nearly half its land. That includes:
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Generational farms and open land
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Established suburban neighborhoods
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Growing communities and small business centers
