City council elects Martavius Jones as official chairman
Martavius Jones served on the former Memphis City Schools board before joining the Memphis City Council. (The Daily Mempian file)
Martavius Jones has been acting chairman of the body since Jamita Swearengen gave up her council seat in August. Council member JB Smiley Jr. remains council vice chairman.
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