Mayor Vi Lyles

Viola “Vi” Lyles has served as the 59th Mayor of Charlotte since 2017, making history as the city’s first African American woman in that role, following her tenure on the City Council and leadership as mayor pro tempore. Under her leadership, Charlotte has seen transformative investment in affordable housing, infrastructure, and racial equity—initiatives like the $150 million affordable housing commitment and the $250 million Mayor’s Racial Equity Initiative underscore her vision for an inclusive and resilient urban future.