Steven Reed was elected as the mayor of Montgomery, Alabama, in the 2019 municipal elections. He is notable for being the first African American to hold the position in the city’s history. Reed ran as a candidate in the mayoral race and won by securing a majority of votes in a runoff election held in October 2019.
To get the job of mayor, Reed campaigned on various issues important to the community, including economic development, education, and public safety. His election was part of a broader trend of increased African American political representation in the South.
Once elected, Reed officially assumed office and began his term, where he has been responsible for overseeing the city government, implementing policies, and addressing local issues. Mayors typically serve four-year terms and can be re-elected for additional terms, depending on the rules of the city and local governance statutes.