City of Decatur, City Commission - Lesa Mayer

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Decaturish, Candidate Q&A – Lesa Mayer, Decatur City Commission, District 2, Post B

Said, "I believe that the tree canopy is vital to this community and part of what gives Decatur its charm."

Wanted to consider the impact and value of mature trees earlier in the planning processes of developments.

- Said, "I believe that the tree canopy is vital to this community and part of what gives Decatur its charm."
- Wanted to consider the impact and value of mature trees earlier in the planning processes of developments.

Natural Resources & the Environment

Said, "Taking a bold and progressive approach to affordable housing across many different levels of income is the only way that we preserve Decatur’s valued diversity and inclusion."

Wanted to increase the availability of affordable housing.

Supported ensuring that there are affordable housing options at a variety of income levels.

- Said, "Taking a bold and progressive approach to affordable housing across many different levels of income is the only way that we preserve Decatur’s valued diversity and inclusion."
- Wanted to increase the availability of affordable housing.
- Supported ensuring that there are affordable housing options at a variety of income levels.

Housing & Urban Development

As of August 28, 2023, Lesa Mayer’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

Decaturish, Lesa Mayer announces candidacy for Decatur City Commission District 2, Post B

Advocated for implementing common sense growth planning

- Advocated for implementing common sense growth planning

Public Services

Supports maintaining safe routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers in the community.

Wanted to address infrastructure issues caused by rapid growth in the city.

Advocated for unsafe intersections in Decatur to be evaluated and the best corrective option implemented.

- Supports maintaining safe routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers in the community.
- Wanted to address infrastructure issues caused by rapid growth in the city.
- Advocated for unsafe intersections in Decatur to be evaluated and the best corrective option implemented.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Lesa Mayer

- City commissioners work together with the rest of the commission to set and implement city policy. 
- The city commission is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City commissioners work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City commissioners represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city commissioners in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 