November 5th, 2025
Meet the Candidate: Aaron Wright hopes to be the next County Council Member from District 2
Cecil County community advocate Aaron Wright has announced his candidacy for the District 2 seat on the County Council, a position currently held by Rebecca Hamilton, who is not seeking reelection. Wright, best known for his role as General Program Manager of Voices of Hope, a local recovery organization, sat down with Cecil TV’s Russell Polo to discuss his priorities and vision for the county.
Wright said his decision to enter politics grew out of years of community engagement and a desire to “build a brighter future for my kids and everybody’s kids.” He emphasized his experience in fostering partnerships among law enforcement, health services, and recovery organizations as a foundation for leadership.
Among the county’s top concerns, Wright identified education, public safety, and economic development. He noted challenges in school funding and teacher support, and called for stronger collaboration between schools and community organizations. On public safety, Wright expressed concern that some municipalities lack retirement plans for law enforcement officers, stressing the need to ensure “our officers have what they need to make our streets safe.”
Wright also highlighted the importance of expanding job opportunities and workforce development, citing the need to better connect Cecil County residents with high-tech employers like Northrop Grumman. “We’ve got to build our workforce through the education system to have these jobs,” he said.
Addressing the county’s response to addiction and mental health issues, Wright proposed the creation of a crisis stabilization center to reduce the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement. He said such a facility could be funded through a mix of state support and opioid restitution funds, with cooperation among local health providers.
On the county’s charter and budget process, Wright acknowledged the limits of council authority but said collaboration with the county executive and public input are essential. “If you bring a problem, bring a solution,” he said, emphasizing a cooperative approach.
Concluding the interview, Wright described himself as “a father of four who loves Cecil County” and pledged to continue investing in the community that he calls home. “A county that invests in its people will have a community that invests in its county,” he said.
