Community group mobilizes citizens to stop ‘Lisa Cupid’s Billion Dollar Bus Taxes’

A community group has mobilized to oppose what they are calling “Cupid’s Billion Dollar Bus Taxes,” a transportation initiative led by Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid. Spearheaded by Lance Lamberson, Chair of the Cobb Taxpayer Association, the group argues that Cupid’s proposed bus tax would impose an unnecessary financial burden on residents while delivering minimal community benefits. Critics point to what they see as poor leadership from Cupid, citing the presence of empty buses already on Cobb’s roads and warning that further investment could result in the county owning the most expensive “empty” buses in the region. They also raise concerns that Cupid could redirect the funds elsewhere.

Residents remain frustrated by recent property tax increases and Cupid’s refusal to roll back the millage rate. The group draws comparisons to her previous push for a controversial “rain tax,” which sparked strong public opposition during a marathon meeting where citizens repeatedly voiced their disapproval. The group remains vigilant, viewing Cupid’s attempts to introduce a new bus tax as another example of her lack of fiscal responsibility and accountability to citizens. Many who opposed the rain tax have vowed to hold her accountable at the ballot box by voting down this latest tax proposal and voting against Cupid herself.

To raise awareness, the group has already sent 150,000 text messages to Cobb residents and distributed mailers. Their advocacy efforts will soon expand to cable and other media channels. John Loud of Loud Security Systems, a vocal opponent of the bus tax, has partnered with the group to further amplify their message. The debate over “Cupid’s Billion Dollar Bus Taxes” will culminate next month, but critics argue that this issue, along with other controversies that have emerged during Cupid’s tenure, reflects broader concerns over her leadership. They cite her inability to build partnerships, her perceived disrespect for constituents, and a poor temperament as reasons why many residents lack trust in her. As Cobb residents grow wary of recurring costly initiatives, the group is calling for more transparency and a greater discussion on infrastructure funding and taxation