I am a fourth generation resident and current Mayor of Rock Hall. I love the Eastern Shore and work hard every day at doing my best to preserve, protect and promote our shared treasure.
I am also a small business owner and a taxpayer. I believe that the economic policies promulgated by the liberal machine in Annapolis of “spending more than you have” is fiscally irresponsible and has put our State’s financial future at great risk. I am running for Delegate to stand up for our shared Eastern Shore values.
My wife Dawn and I attend the Wesley United Methodist Church, we are empty nesters and have a black Labrador and two rescue cats. In our free time, we enjoy playing in the Kent County Community Marching Band and riding our Harley. I am also an avid hunter.
Community Involvement & Achievements
- Mayor, Rock Hall
- Small Business Owner
- Past President, Queen Anne’s Co. Alcohol & Drug Advisory Board
- President, Kent County Council of Governments
- Member, Maryland State Critical Areas Commission
- Past President, Maryland Mayor’s Association
- Past Board Member, Maryland Municipal League
- President, Kent County Community Marching Band
- Firefighter & Ambulance Driver, Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Co.
- Recipient, WCTR Radio Person of the Year
- Recipient, Kent County Chamber Community Service Award
Highlights as Rock Hall Mayor
- Eliminated local personal property tax.
- Expanded commercial tax base.
- Produced a balanced budget for 11 straight years.
- Paid off Town Hall mortgage ahead of schedule.
- Reclaimed the Old Clam House for use by the marine industry.
- Secured critical dredging of Rock Hall harbor.
- Increased tourism with creation of several popular annual town events.
- Expanded and renovated local ball fields.
- Created funding stream for Library and Museum operations.
- Established observation pier at Blue Heron Park.
- Invested in infrastructure from sidewalks to water towers.
- Obtained retirement benefits for town employees.
- Expanded police force and introduced computer technology.
- Secured FEMA center for Upper Shore following Hurricane Isabel.
- Leader in watermen’s oyster recovery initiatives.
Learn more about Jay and contact him at jacobsfordelegate.com!
