Deputy mayors are people who assist and support the main mayor in running a city or local government. They are like backup mayors who help make decisions, handle important tasks, and represent the mayor when needed. Full definition
The former deputy mayor was there to urge the city to open up the roads inside. (nystateofpolitics.com)
She is one of the highest - ranking officials in the de Blasio administration to leave her position, and the first deputy mayor to do so. (politico.com)
He moved up the ladder to deputy mayor before winning the mayoral election in 2007. (auburnpub.com)