Lashunda Scales

Jefferson County Commission, District 1

Party: Democratic

Age: 55

Residence: Huffman

Political experience: Ran for the Birmingham City Council in 2005, losing to Joel Montgomery in a runoff. Finished second in the primary to incumbent Oliver Robinson in a bid for Alabama House District 58 in 2006. Was elected District 1 representative to the City Council in November 2009 and served nearly 3 terms. Defeated George Bowman for District 1 seat on the Jefferson County Commission in 2018 and was reelected in 2022. Ran unsuccessfully for mayor of Birmingham in 2025.

Professional experience: Owner, Scales PR Marketing Firm Inc., February 2000-present. Has worked for several other businesses, including some that are family owned and operated.

Civic experience: Partner In Education, Birmingham City Schools; former vice president, Echo Highlands Neighborhood Association; former board member, Family Involvement Program; former chair, Huffman High School FBLA marketing committee.

Education: Attended Stillman College; associate’s degree, Jefferson State; Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, 2015; Leadership Birmingham, 2016; Leadership Alabama XXXI, 2021-2022. Honorary doctorate, Stillman.

Main Issues: Strengthening school districts, increase support for public safety, broaden economic development opportunities and expand regional alliances.

Campaign: Campaign website; Facebook; Instagram; X; Youtube.