First African-American Woman Vice Mayor for the City of Knoxville
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Gwen McKenzie was elected as City Councilwoman for the 6th District on November 7, 2017, and during her first term, she was selected as the First African-American Woman to serve as Vice Mayor.
She served as Vice Mayor December 2019-2021.
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In the video below, watch her nomination during the December 19, 2019 City Council meeting - see minute marker 3:20.