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Dashad L. Cooper

DEMOCRAT

Dashad L. Cooper is running for Charlottesville City Council Member, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Dashad is from Charlottesville. He has an associate's degree in political science and government from Piedmont Virginia Community College.

Professional background

Dashad is a social services assistant for the City of Charlottesville. He used to be a residential counselor for the STARS Program.

Political background

Dashad L. Cooper's campaign for city council is his first entry into politics.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports transitioning to renewable energy sources and providing incentives for businesses and individuals to switch to more efficiency alternatives.

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Housing & Urban Development

Wants to make housing in Charlottesville more affordable

Plans to work with communities and stakeholders over housing developers

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Public Services

Wants to create more green spaces.

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Public Safety

Wants no prison time for first time offenders who commit low level offenses like marijuana possession.

Supports updating the criminal justice system with more fair laws and more technology use.

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Taxes & Budget

Supports more funding for preventative healthcare and mental healthcare.

Wants to raise teacher pay.

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