PRIORITIES

Dr. Tolson will ensure that Baltimore County continues to move forward on a foundation built by its people, and our shared priorities reflect the heart of that vision. Together, we are strengthening public safety and community trust, expanding education and opportunities for our youth, and ensuring housing that remains affordable and rooted in thriving neighborhoods. We are committed to uplifting local small businesses, advancing economic development, and expanding healthcare access and community wellness so every resident can flourish. By improving transportation and infrastructure, championing equity, inclusion, and fair representation, and supporting our seniors with meaningful aging-in-place resources, we are shaping a future where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected. These priorities aren’t just goals they are a shared promise to each other, and a reminder that when we invest in our community, we rise together.

Strengthening safe neighborhoods through collaboration with police, community groups, mental-health professionals, and youth programs.
Focus: prevention, transparency, better response systems, and community-based strategies.
Supporting strong public schools, after-school programs, vocational training, tutoring, and partnerships with local colleges to expand opportunities for young residents.
Ensuring access to quality, affordable housing; addressing blight; supporting homeownership programs; and improving older neighborhoods through community-driven redevelopment.
Encouraging growth of local businesses, increasing job opportunities, expanding minority-owned business support programs, and working with trade organizations to build job pathways.
Improving access to primary care, senior health resources, mental-health support, addiction recovery, and preventive health programs across District 2.
Advocating for better public transit options, road repairs, traffic improvements, pedestrian safety, and modern infrastructure that supports residents and growing businesses.
Ensuring every community , regardless of race, income, language, or age has access to county resources, services, and fair opportunities to participate in local decision-making.
Expanding services for seniors: homecare resources, transportation, digital literacy, wellness programs, and community connection so older adults can live independently and with dignity.

View Dr. Tolson in the Community

Everyone speaks of a journey, echoing the triumphs and resilience of the Baltimore County community. Neighbors rally together, lifting one another higher, showing time and again that they endure, support, and rise as one. Their unity remains their greatest strength.

Behind the scenes lives a deeper story a story of connection, courage, and collective purpose. It reflects people who show up for each other, who link arms in pursuit of something greater, and who believe that meaningful change begins when compassion meets action.

Leaders like Dr. Danita Tolson embody this spirit with unwavering integrity. Her presence and commitment inspire all who walk beside her, reminding the community of what is possible when leadership is rooted in service and heart.

Each captured moment each conversation, gathering, and shared step forward represents the power of togetherness and the promise of a brighter, bolder future for every neighborhood. Through unity and shared purpose, Baltimore County continues to rise.