Sherwin Wells

Housing Dr. Sherwin Wells supports expanding affordable housing initiatives while promoting financial literacy programs that help residents understand credit, debt management, and responsible homeownership. He also supports increasing access to first-time homebuyer grants and loan programs to help more families achieve the dream of homeownership. Environment / Energy Dr. Sherwin Wells supports increasing funding for agricultural preservation programs and land easement purchasing initiatives that help protect farmland from overdevelopment. These programs allow farmers to continue working their land while ensuring that valuable agricultural space remains preserved. Infrastructure / Transportation Dr. Sherwin Wells supports reducing impact fees to encourage responsible development and make it easier to build new housing, commercial spaces, and community projects. Lowering these costs can help attract investment, support builders and small developers, and increase the supply of housing and business opportunities. Education Teachers are the foundation of our education system and play a critical role in shaping the future of our community. Montgomery County must ensure that MCPS teachers are fairly compensated for the important work they do every day. Economy Dr. Sherwin Wells supports modernizing the county’s permitting system and creating an option for same-day expedited processing for qualifying applications. Streamlining the process will help reduce unnecessary delays while maintaining safety and regulatory standards. Arts / Culture Dr. Sherwin Wells supports increasing tax incentives for historic preservation projects and property owners who invest in maintaining and restoring historic structures. These incentives can help offset the costs of preservation while encouraging responsible redevelopment of historic sites. Housing Dr. Sherwin Wells supports working collaboratively with developers, builders, and community leaders to encourage the construction of more affordable homes. By reducing unnecessary barriers, promoting innovative housing solutions, and supporting responsible development, the county can help lower building costs and expand housing options. Social Services Dr. Sherwin Wells is committed to working with community organizations, nonprofits, and local partners to create practical solutions that reduce homelessness and help residents rebuild their lives. Together, we can ensure Montgomery County is a place where everyone has the opportunity for safe, stable housing. Housing Dr. Sherwin Wells supports exploring a moratorium on foreclosures and tax lien sales for residents facing genuine financial hardship, while also improving oversight and transparency in hard money lending. The goal is to create fair processes that protect homeowners while maintaining responsible lending standards. Economy Dr. Sherwin Wells supports a “County Businesses First” approach when awarding government contracts and procurement opportunities. By giving local businesses a fair opportunity to compete for county projects, we can strengthen the local economy and keep taxpayer dollars circulating within our community. Economy Dr. Sherwin Wells supports creating employment preference programs and workforce development initiatives that help Montgomery County graduates connect with local businesses, government positions, and career opportunities. By strengthening partnerships between schools, employers, and training programs, we can better prepare students for the workforce. Investing in our graduates helps retain talent, strengthen the local economy, and ensure Montgomery County remains a place where young professionals can build successful futures. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Dr. Sherwin Wells supports strengthening public safety while improving emergency preparedness and disaster response planning. This includes investing in first responders, improving coordination between agencies, and ensuring the county is prepared for emergencies such as severe weather, public health crises, and other unexpected disasters. Social Services Montgomery County must increase funding for shelters, transitional housing, and supportive services to ensure those in crisis have a safe place to stay while working toward long-term stability. This includes expanding access to mental health care, job training, and financial support programs. Infrastructure / Transportation Montgomery County must work with neighboring jurisdictions and stakeholders to find a practical solution to reopen White’s Ferry as soon as possible. Restoring this crossing will improve transportation access, support local businesses, and reduce travel burdens for thousands of commuters. Taxes / Budget Dr. Sherwin Wells supports creating property tax credit programs that provide relief for seniors, retirees, veterans, teachers, and public safety workers. These tax incentives would help recognize their service while making it easier for them to remain in Montgomery County. Infrastructure / Transportation Dr. Sherwin Wells supports conducting a comprehensive study to review and update zoning policies and use tables to ensure they align with modern business needs and community growth. Updating these regulations can help encourage investment, support entrepreneurship, and make better use of existing commercial spaces.