Meet Zac Blanchard

Zac is a devoted father, veteran, and dedicated public servant.

Originally from South Louisiana and an alumnus of the Naval Academy, he served eight years in the US Marine Corps. He spent his last three years of service teaching American government and mentoring future Marines at the Naval Academy. Prior to being elected to Baltimore City Council, he was President of Federal Hill Neighborhood Association, served as the Design Committee chair of Federal Hill Main Street, and was the Vice President for Economic Development at the Midtown Community Benefits District. At Midtown, Zac collaborated with Baltimore City government, neighborhood leaders, and various stakeholders to enhance the living, working, and recreational conditions in Mount Vernon, Madison Park, Bolton Hill, and Charles North.

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Zac resides in Federal Hill with his wife Alexa and their children Jude and Beau, where they are active members of the Catholic Community of South Baltimore. Through Zac's commitment and efforts to the community, Baltimore has already made positive change. He spearheaded multiple annual events for the neighborhood and local school, initiated a church softball team that had more than sixty players, helped double the size of Digital Harbor High School’s football program, and coordinated neighbors to pressure elected officials to shut down a nuisance neighborhood establishment.

Zac is deeply committed to fostering a safer and more vibrant Baltimore. As city councilmember, he is committed to a legislative agenda that will produce more housing, better transit, safer streets, and more Baltimoreans. Zac believes that a relentless focus on ensuring current and future Baltimoreans can find the types of housing they need in neighborhoods they want at prices they can afford will make Baltimore the most appealing city for families on the East Coast. His efforts are driven by a desire to implement policies that meaningfully strengthen communities beyond the constraints of political barriers. Zac's dedication to public service and community development reflects his vision for a better, more inclusive Baltimore.

Zac Blanchard

The Baltimore Sun: April 14, 2025

“A couple weeks ago, we learned that Baltimore’s population grew in 2024. The news felt like the sun was peaking through the clouds after weeks of bad weather. All of Baltimore’s biggest challenges are directly impacted by eight decades — yes, eight decades — of population decline. Accordingly, our subsequent celebration was appropriate: Everything that helps a neighborhood or city thrive is undermined by population decline.”

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