Councilman, District 5

League of Women Voters^®
of New Orleans

Cynthia Lee-Sheng-ELECTED

NAME:
Cynthia Lee-Sheng
YOUR CAMPAIGN WEBSITE ADDRESS:
http://www.cythiaforcouncil.com
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PUBLICATION:
Address:
Cynthia Lee-Sheng Headquarters:
3131 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Suite 101, Metairie, LA 70002
Phone:
504-304-5831
FAX:
E-mail:
cynthiaforcouncil@gmail.com
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 6618, Metairie, LA 70009
PARTY AFFILIATION:
Republican
PROFESSION:
Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner
PRESENT EMPLOYER/POSITION:
LaPorte Sehrt Romig Hand: Manager of Litigation and Forensic Consulting
HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION (include graduation date):
Masters in Public Administration, George Washington University - 1991
IN 200 WORDS OR LESS LIST YOUR POLITICAL/CIVIC EXPERIENCE AND POLITICAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS:
New Orleans Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Director
U.S. Department of Justice (10 years in 5 states)
Graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Assistant District Director, Department of Justice
Louisiana Children's Bureau, Board of Directors and Treasurer
Crimestoppers, Board of Directors
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Board of Directors
Volleyball player and former coach
IN 500 WORDS OR LESS PLEASE DISCUSS WHICH RESPONSIBILITY OF THIS OFFICE YOU CONSIDER TO BE THE MOST IMPORTANT AND WHAT YOU PLAN TO DO TO MEET THAT RESPONSIBILITY?
I believe it is a crucial time in our community and we need to make sure that Jefferson Parish continues to be an economic engine for this region and attracts new families and new businesses. I believe public service is both an honor and a responsibility. Public officials need to set the example and conduct themselves in ways that are respectful of the position that they seek and hold. I pledge that I will work hard and I will serve with integrity. The Jefferson Parish Council is directly responsible for the expenditure of millions of dollars of taxpayer money each year. I am a Certified Public Accountant that specializes in fraud prevention and forensic accounting. I have the skills to ensure that our tax dollars are well spent and put to the best possible use. I also had a 10-year career as a federal officer with the Department of Justice and I am a graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.
As a forensic CPA I have the skills to ensure that our tax dollars are put to the best use. I can read budgets, financial statements and perform economic analysis. Now more than ever, we must ensure that our tax dollars are spent properly; I believe my financial background would be a great addition to the council.
One of the most important issues facing District 5 is flood prevention. Until "Pump to the River" is fully funded by the Federal Government, and the Corps of Engineers undertakes its design, our district will never truly be safe from flooding. I will fight until I'm the last one standing to ensure that this most important project is undertaken. Another issue I put great emphasis on is the revitalization of Fat City. Comprising the real estate at the center of our parish, this tract has the potential for a first class mixed use development, and the capability of being a catalyst for the surrounding areas. Instead, it sits as an eyesore to our great Parish. I was born and raised in District 5. I will fight to see this area returned to the promise that it once afforded the residents and businesses.

Comments, suggestions, questions? Contact our webmaster. Last revised: September 2, 2010 11:51 PDT.