MEET KARSON
Lifelong resident of Baltimore County
FOR OUR COMMUNITIES, KARSON'S COMMITTED TO…
Building a Safer ★ More Affordable ★ More Sustainable Future
Background
Karson Kamenetz graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park and learned how to analyze the fine-print at Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law. He's worked in Annapolis for the Chair of the Baltimore County House Delegation and was elected to serve on the Baltimore County Democratic State Central Committee.
But what most shapes how he thinks about this job is not just formal experience; it is years spent at community meetings, on doorsteps, in apartment complexes, in senior living communities, and in direct conversations with residents about the daily consequences of county policy.
He knows District 4 is one of the most complicated districts in Baltimore County. It sits in the center of the county's largest challenges: housing costs, public safety, aging infrastructure, reckless driving, school capacity, neglected corridors, transit gaps, and the pressure to grow responsibly while protecting the beautiful green space and environmental character that make Baltimore County special.
Karson comes from a family dedicated to service. His grandfather ran a small pharmacy in Overlea, serving neighbors with humility and care. His father, the late County Executive Kevin Kamenetz, devoted decades to public service. But Karson's candidacy is not about inheriting a title. It is about earning trust.
Losing his father at such a young age was a distinct before-and-after moment, giving him a clear sense that public service is not about ego or legacy. It is about showing up relentlessly, taking responsibility seriously, and trying to leave your community better than you found it.
Karson's Vision for District 4
A revitalized Reisterstown Road corridor, equipped to attract investment and provide opportunity for the next generation.
A stronger Liberty Road, with less gas stations and liquor stores and more grocery stores and restaurants.
Housing that is affordable for our teachers, nurses, and first responders.
Strong public schools that are not overcrowded and prepare the next generation for life in Baltimore County.
A permitting system that supports businesses and residents instead of holding them back.
Preserving green space, 200 miles of waterfront, and the 2,000 miles of streams and tributaries that define Baltimore County.
Safer neighborhoods and streets through investments in youth programs, mental health, and opportunity.
Expand age-in-place infrastructure so every older adult can live with dignity in every neighborhood.
"I'm running to lead with integrity and deliver real results. Hold me accountable, and I'll earn your trust every step of the way."
— Karson Kamenetz