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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)

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. In 1994, following the defeat of his 1991 re-election bid, Jenkins became the city's Director of Human Relations, holding that post until late 2000.

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