Juan H. Cintrón García
Puerto Rican politician and businessman
Born
1919
106 years ago
Died
September 22nd, 2012
13 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Puerto Rico
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Served as the 126th Mayor of Ponce from 2001 to 2005. Was involved in various business ventures prior to entering politics. Led initiatives aimed at improving local infrastructure and economic development in Ponce. Established community programs and services during tenure as mayor.
Served as Mayor of Ponce from 2001 to 2005
Implemented infrastructure projects in Ponce
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