A North Charleston native from Union Heights and Liberty Hill, Reggie Burgess has dedicated his life to service and leadership. A standout athlete, his talent in football earned him a full scholarship to Morgan State University, where he received numerous accolades, including Sporting News Division 1-AA All-American honors.
Reggie began his law enforcement career with the North Charleston Police Department in 1989, advancing through roles like Patrol Officer, DARE and GREAT Officer, and Chief of Police, a position he achieved in 2018. On January 2, 2024, he was inaugurated as Mayor of North Charleston.
He holds dual Bachelor’s Degrees in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Claflin University and has completed advanced training at the Southern Police Institute and the US Secret Service Academy. A lifelong member of Royal Missionary Baptist Church and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, Reggie values faith, family, and community, sharing his life with his wife, Tracy, and their two children, Reggie II and Kristen.