Chester Luther Jenkins (July 14, 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]

Chester L. Jenkins
Mayor of Durham, North Carolina
In office
1989–1991
Preceded byWilbur P. "Wib" Gulley
Succeeded byHarry E. Rodenhizer Jr.
Personal details
Born(1938-07-14)July 14, 1938
DiedJuly 14, 2009(2009-07-14) (aged 71)
Durham, North Carolina, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materUniversity of Ft. Lauderdale (BBA)
North Carolina Central University (MBA)

References

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  1. ^ a b Gronberg, Ray (2009-07-16). "Jenkins, former mayor, dies at 71". Durham Herald-Sun. Archived from the original on 2016-03-04. Retrieved 2009-07-16.
  2. ^ "1991 Municipal General Election Results" (PDF). Durham County Board of Elections. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-06-08. Retrieved 2009-07-16.