Chester L. Jenkins
| Chester L. Jenkins | |
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In office 1989–1991 | |
| Preceded by | Wilbur P. "Wib" Gulley |
| Succeeded by | Harry E. Rodenhizer, Jr |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
Chester Luther Jenkins (c.1938–July 14, 2009) was the first African-American mayor of Durham, North Carolina, serving from 1989 to 1991, after having previously served on the Durham City Council for eight years.[1] In 1994, following the defeat of his 1991 re-election bid,[2] Jenkins became the city's Director of Human Relations, holding that post until late 2000.[1]
References
- 1 2 Gronberg, Ray (2009-07-16). "Jenkins, former mayor, dies at 71". Durham Herald-Sun. Retrieved 2009-07-16.
- ↑ "1991 Municipal General Election Results" (PDF). Durham County Board of Elections. Retrieved 2009-07-16.
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