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Lisa Natasha Cupid

DEMOCRAT

Lisa Natasha Cupid is running for Cobb County Commission Chair, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Lisa resides in Smyrna with her husband and their two children. She received a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, a Bachelor of Arts in English from Georgia State University, and a Juris Doctorate and Master of Public Administration from Georgia State University.

Professional background

Lisa has worked as an attorney, mediator, policy analyst, and manufacturing process engineer.

Political background

Lisa Natasha Cupid has served on the Cobb County Board of Commissioners since 2013. In 2020, she was elected as the Chairwoman of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners, becoming the first Black woman to hold this position in Cobb County.

Public Services

According to her website, initiated projects to provide a public health facility, recreation center, and employment center in underserved communities.

Worked to improve county responsiveness by adding a librarian and increasing funding to reduce the court backlog.

Said, "As Cobb County Chairwoman, I've witnessed the transformative power of diversity and inclusion. Embracing differences is our foundation, not just a slogan. I've championed these values, believing that an inclusive table strengthens our county, enriches ideas, and brightens our future."

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Economy

Raised minimum pay to $17 an hour for Cobb’s First Responders.

Funded the county's first DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) position.

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Education

As of March 23, 2024, Lisa Natasha Cupid’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Public Safety

According to her website, funded the Sheriff’s 24 hour mental health services, the District Attorney's (DA) family advocacy center, and staff for the DA to provide alternatives to prosecution of non-violent offenders.

Worked to improve public safety by "using license plate readers, additional body cameras, and implementing a public safety nuisance abatement program."

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Housing & Urban Development

As of March 23, 2024, Lisa Natasha Cupid’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Worked to improve county responsiveness by adding a real estate division, road crew leaders, and fleet technicians.

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