Ron Oden

American politician, Mayor of Palm Springs

Ron Oden - American politician, Mayor of Palm Springs
Born

March 21st, 1950
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Elected as the 19th Mayor of Palm Springs, served from 2003 to 2009. First African American and openly gay individual to hold the position. Focused on community development and tourism enhancement during tenure. Advocated for local infrastructure improvements and sustainable practices.

Served as Palm Springs' first African American mayor

Contributed to local tourism and infrastructure initiatives

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