2025 election official results released for District 1 Dorchester County Council Member

The Dorchester County Board of Elections has released the official election results for the District 1 Dorchester County Council Member seat. A provisional hearing was held on Friday, March 28, to certify the results.

Republican Candidate
George Bailey
Total Votes: 591

Democrat Candidate
Peter S. Smith, Jr.
Total Votes: 1,126

Write-Ins
Total Votes: 2

Mr. Smith will fill the remaining term of the District 1 seat, which will end in November 2026. The swearing-in ceremony for Peter S. Smith, Jr. will be held at a later date.