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Citizens For Caryn Abbott
As your Commissioner and an RN, I believe we need to expand support for mental health and addiction services, protect seniors, with the county’s median age at 51.3 and nearly 30% of residents age 65 or older. Public health planning has to focus on chronic disease, access to care, keep our water and environment safe, strengthen emergency preparedness, and make sure families can access care close to home. I will continue to focus on measurable results, local partnerships, and responsible spending.
Nursing grounded me in service. You learn quickly that people don’t care about politics—they care about whether you show up, listen, and help solve problems.
As a Commissioner the past four years, I’ve tried to lead the same way—being accessible, working hard, and making decisions that truly benefit our community. We’ve lowered taxes, supported law enforcement, and responsibly funded our schools while protecting taxpayers. That combination of real-world experience and proven leadership is what I bring to this role. I’ve served this community both at the bedside and at the board table—and I’m proud of the results we’ve delivered.
• Protect Rural Character & Agriculture
*Preserve the farmland, open space, and way of life that makes Worcester County special
* Support agricultural preservation programs
* Limit overdevelopment in rural areas
* Protect family farms for future generations
•Smart, Responsible Growth
* Focus development in designated growth areas
* Avoid sprawl that strains roads, schools, and emergency services
* Require developers to carry their fair share of infrastructure costs
• Property Rights with Accountability
* Clear, consistent zoning rules
* Fair and predictable permitting process
* Balance individual rights with community impact
Protect Natural Resources & Water Quality
• Safeguard the Chesapeake Bay and coastal area
As a current commissioner, I’ve supported investments in roads, broadband, and water/sewer to keep Worcester County business-ready. We’ve strengthened small businesses and key industries—tourism, agriculture, healthcare, and trades—while partnering with Worcester County Public Schools and Wor-Wic Community College on career and technical education, apprenticeships, and workforce training aligned with local jobs. We’ve also worked to streamline permitting and provide clear, predictable regulations. Our comprehensive plan update will guide smart growth to appropriate areas while preserving our rural character. Staying fiscally responsible, maintaining a high quality of life, we continue to attract jobs and support sustainable economic growth.
As commissioner, I’ve supported targeted solutions to expand workforce housing without changing the character of our communities. That’s updating zoning to allow practical housing options such as townhomes and accessory units, and prioritizing redevelopment of underused properties. Continue partnering with responsible developers, nonprofits, and housing authorities to rehabilitate existing homes and create quality rental options for our workforce. Streamlining permitting and aligning housing with infrastructure is key. By focusing growth where it makes sense, we can support local workers and families while protecting our rural communities and taxpayers.
We must ensure Worcester County remains a place where families Live, Work & Play.
There are many great programs that The Worcester County Health Department already have in place that address several of the issues that affect health concerns in our area. Working collaboratively within the county to improve communicating with the public regarding these programs would allow more individuals to avail themselves of these health education opportunities. Education is key to prevention.
My involvement in community service began when I was in middle school and Pocomoke City was planning its bicentennial celebration. Since that time, I have held volunteer leadership positions in countless community organizations within our county while working full time in the business sector. Additionally, I worked side by side with my husband who served for over 15 years as a councilperson and mayor of Pocomoke City. Wanting to make Worcester County as a whole the very best that it can be is a natural next step in a life that has been filled with public service.
Our priorities must focus on balancing economic growth, infrastructure development, and environmental protection all while maintaining the quality of life that makes Worcester County such a special place to live.
Worcester County relies heavily on tourism, agriculture and small businesses. Economic strategies should include strengthening the workforce, supporting our businesses and expanding key industries. Our economic strategies should diversify the economy while protecting the county's rural and coastal character.
Increasing the availability of affordable housing within our county requires some creative thinking. The creative re-use of existing unoccupied buildings can increase housing supply more quickly and less expensively. Promoting Accessory Dwelling Units such as basement and garage apartments or backyard cottages can increase housing supply in established neighborhoods. Additionally, providing incentives for developers in the form of tax credits, grants or fee reductions could encourage the inclusion of lower-cost housing options in new projects.
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I think serious discussions need to be had regarding the county taking over EMS in the future, similar to Somerset County. The small towns cannot sustain employment and services that need to be provided by the current EMS. We need to focus on providing mental health services and substance abuse resources to our residents. Promote business in our county for medical centers while also supporting our clinics and health services that we currently have. Encourage all residents to prioritize their own health and wellbeing.
I have over 20 years of experience in business management dealing in water, sewer, construction, site work, and infrastructure. Making financial decisions, budgeting, dealing with property owners, inspectors and other business owners. I will be able to provide transparency and listen to the members of the community working towards growth and important county needs.
Providing smart economic growth, but problems lie with the current water and sewer infrastructure. Currently most of the county’s infrastructure for water and sewer needs replacing, repair or modernizing. I agree with the current policies but for example, the town of Snow Hill cannot grow under it’s current infrastructure. I also strongly believe in preserving our farmland and natural resources.
The county government needs to invest in modernizing infrastructure. Revitalizing areas of the county that are under used like Stockton for example. We need to continue to promote tourism in all our towns. Continue to make sure the permit and licensing process is streamlined as possible. I strongly believe with the future of AI, we need to strongly encourage our youth to attend technical schools learning trades and joining apprenticeships.
Working to update infrastructure for the future. We cannot work on affordable housing without first fixing the current infrastructure. Then we can build affordable housing such as apartments, townhomes and other housing. And expand on municipal boundaries while following local and state smart growth initiatives.
