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Frank C. Cooksey
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51st Mayor of Austin, Texas
In office
1985–1988
Preceded by Ron Mullen
Succeeded by Lee Cooke
Personal details
Born (1933-06-03) June 3, 1933 (age 91)
Spouse Lynn Cooksey
Residence Austin, Texas
Profession attorney

Frank Cloud Cooksey (born June 3, 1933) is an American public servant. He served as student body president of the University of Texas in the 1950s. He worked as an attorney in the Civil Rights division of the U.S. District Attorney, the Texas Attorney General's office (under John Hill) and in private practice. He served as mayor of Austin, Texas from 1985 to 1988. He is also an environmental activist, and is known for his progressive stance during his term as mayor.

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