Julian E. Jones Jr. launched his bid for Baltimore County executive on August 28, with the potential to make county history as the first African-American to hold the office.District 4 Councilman Julian E. Jones Jr. launched his campaign for Baltimore County executive Aug. 28 at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre, drawing more than 350 supporters to his kickoff event. Jones, the only official candidate so far, outlined priorities on public safety, education and economic growth in a race that could make county history.