Chester L. Jenkins

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 by	Wilbur P. "Wib" Gulley
Succeeded by	Harry E. Rodenhizer Jr.
Personal details
Born	(1938-07-14)July 14, 1938
Died	July 14, 2009(2009-07-14) (aged 71) Durham, North Carolina, U.S.
Nationality	American
Political party	Democratic
Alma mater	University of Ft. Lauderdale (BBA) North Carolina Central University (MBA)