Monique Sheffield (Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4, Georgia, candidate 2025)
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Monique Sheffield (Democratic Party) ran in a special election to the Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4 in Georgia. She was on the ballot in the special general election on April 29, 2025.[source]
Sheffield completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Monique Sheffield provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on March 30, 2025:
- Birth place: Brooklyn, New York
- Bachelor's: John Jay College of Criminal Justice
- Gender: Female
- Profession: Real Estate Broker
- Incumbent officeholder: Yes
- Campaign slogan: Empowering Our Community
- Campaign website
- Campaign Facebook
- Campaign Instagram
Elections
General election
Special general election for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4
Incumbent Monique Sheffield and Matthew Hardwick ran in the special general election for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4 on April 29, 2025.
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Democratic primary election
Special Democratic primary for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4
Incumbent Monique Sheffield and Yashica Marshall ran in the special Democratic primary for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4 on February 11, 2025.
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Republican primary election
Special Republican primary for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4
Julien Grhas and Matthew Hardwick ran in the special Republican primary for Cobb County Commissioner Board District 4 on February 11, 2025.
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Election results
Endorsements
Sheffield received the following endorsements.
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Monique Sheffield completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Sheffield's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Over the years, I have taken on leadership roles that allowed me to advocate for my neighbors and work toward meaningful change. I have served as president of multiple homeowner's associations where I helped navigate challenges, mediate disputes, and push for policies that benefited homeowners. Before being elected to office, I was honored to serve on the Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals.
Beyond titles and positions, I have always been someone who rolls up my sleeves and gets to work. I believe real change happens when leaders are willing to do the hard work alongside the people they serve. My dedication to public service is not just about policies-it's about people.- I am a proven leader with experience! As an incumbent county commissioner, I have a track record of delivering results for our community. My leadership has brought real investments in healthcare, workforce development, public transit to South Cobb, and retail and economic development.
- I am a leader who shows up and gets things done! I don't just talk about change - I roll up my sleeves and work alongside the community to make it happen. Whether securing funding for critical projects, advocating for fair policies, or investing in programs that uplift residents, I have a proved record of action. I am committed to being accessible, transparent, and accountable to the people I serve.
- Empowering our community for a better future. My second-term vision is about empowering our community through expanded healthcare, green spaces, and economic development. I am leading initiatives to focus on health and wellness to improve health outcomes and voter engagement in underserved communities.
Community empowerment/economic development.
I believe that effective leadership requires listening as much as leading. I make it a priority to be present, engaged and responsive to the needs of the people I serve. Whether it's advocating for critical resources, addressing neighborhood concerns, or championing policies that improve quality of life, I work hard to ensure that every resident feels heard, valued, and represented.
Beyond my passion for service, I bring experience, problem-solving skills, and a results-driven mindset to this role. I take on hands-on approach to leadership- rolling up my sleeves, tackling challenges head-on, and working collaboratively to deliver real solutions. My ability to build partnerships, navigate complex issues, and remain accountable to my community ensures that I lead with integrity, transparence, and a commitment to progress.
A key part of my legacy will be The Healthy Future Initiative, which lays the foundation for a healthier community by addressing physical health, mental well-being, and civic engagement. I want to be remembered as the leader who tackled health disparities, expanded access to healthcare and mental health services.
Beyond health, I want my time in office to be defined by transformational economic development and smart redevelopment that have changed the trajectory of District 4. Through strategic investments, I have helped attract new businesses, expanded workforce development programs, and championed infrastructure improvements that have revitalized my community. The redevelopment efforts in South Cobb have not only enhanced our quality of life but have also positioned the district for long-term economic growth and prosperity.
I have always believed that smart development should uplift communities, not displace them. That's why I have prioritized projects that bring new jobs, better transit options, expanded green spaces, and improved housing opportunities while preserving the character and culture of our neighborhoods. These efforts have transformed South Cobb from an underserved area to a community on the rise - one that is attracting investment, fostering innovation, and creating pathways to economic success.
Georgia Conservation Voters
Georgia Equality
Financial transparency is key to accountability. In Cobb County, we maintain a balanced budget and ensure that every dollar spent is tracked and made publicly available. All spending is posted for public review, and residents have the opportunity to provide input at Board of Commissioners meetings. These processes create a system of checks and balances that hold elected officials accountable for responsible spending.
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See also
2025 Elections
External links
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