Sly James
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For the singer of the same name, see Sylvester (singer).
Sylvester "Sly" James, Jr. (born December 9, 1951) is an American politician who served as the 54th mayor of Kansas City, Missouri from 2011 to 2019. James has lived in Kansas City's Union Hill neighborhood. As mayor, he was known for wearing bow ties.
Quick Facts 54th Mayor of Kansas City, Preceded by ...
Sly James | |
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54th Mayor of Kansas City | |
In office May 2, 2011 ā August 1, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Mark Funkhouser |
Succeeded by | Quinton Lucas |
Personal details | |
Born | Sylvester James, Jr. (1951-12-09) December 9, 1951 (age 72) Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Licia Clifton |
Children | 4 |
Education | Rockhurst College (BA) Syracuse University University of Minnesota (JD) |
Website | Official website |
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