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Vicent Grimalt, Mayor of Dénia

Vicent Grimalt Boronat (Dénia, February 1959) is a Valencian politician from the Partit Socialista del País Valencià (PSPV-PSOE) and the current Mayor of Dénia Since his investiture in 2015, his figure has led a period of transformation in the city, reaching historic electoral milestones and the imminent end of his political cycle in 2026.

Image: Vicent Grimalt is appointed mayor of Dénia

Personal Data and Education

Grimalt is a politician with deep local roots, known in the municipality as much as "Vicent from the pharmacy" as well as for his political role.

Academic Background and Work Experience

  • Date and Place of Birth: He was born in Dénia in February 1959.
  • Education Graduated in High School DiplomaHe began his studies in pharmacy assistantHe holds the title of Second-Level Vocational Training Specialist Technician (Administrative and Commercial Branch), obtained in 1982, and holds a degree in Vocational Training in Administration.
  • Work experience: Before going into politics, he worked as bookcase y dependent.

Political Career and Leadership

Vicent Grimalt developed an active youth activism for freedoms.
  • The beginning: Her active political career began in 2007, serving as Councilor for Urban Planning in the city of Dénia.
  • Mayor's Office and Landmarks: He was sworn in Mayor of Dénia in 2015. In 2019, he was re-elected after winning the absolute majority for the PSPV, which made it the Mayor of Dénia with the most votes in history.

Leadership Transition and Retirement

The end of his political career is planned and agreed upon:
  • Party Leadership: En June 2025, gave way Local General Secretariat of the PSPV a Maria Josep Ripoll after a unanimous assembly.
  • Shared Mayoralty: By government agreement, Vicent Grimalt He will leave the Mayor's office in June 2026which will be assumed by Rafa Carrió (Commitment).
  • Withdrawal: She has confirmed that this will be her last legislature and that he will not be running in the next elections.

Management, Achievements and Powers of the Mayor

Grimalt's management has focused on urban transformation under the motto "Dénia Non-Stop".
  • Economic and Urban Achievements: It has achieved a reduction in municipal debt in 22 millones de eurosHe led the renovation of key infrastructure (schools, Mercat, Bosc de Diana) and the completion of the General plan, a historic milestone for the city.
  • City Projection: He promoted the development of events such as the DNA: and the Festival of Humanitiesand defends the project of University City to diversify its economy.
  • Powers of the Mayor: The areas under his direct delegation include Press, Dance, Tourism (promotion, office, training centers), Creative City and the coordination of the 2030 Agenda.

Remuneration and Declaration of Assets

Vicent Grimalt receives remuneration from the assignment of a full-time dedication.
ConceptDeclared AmountNotes
Annual Remuneration (2024)€53.645,26It comes from full dedication and diets.
Annual Remuneration (2023)€53.522,11-
Asset: Real Estate€31.363,86-
Assets: Other Assets (Furniture, Securities)€50.134-
Liabilities: Declared debts€0-
Income from other activities€38.102,64-

Personal interests

Outside of the political sphere, Grimalt has a cultural and family profile:
  • Music: He is a great lover of music, he was trumpeter y President of the Artistic Musical grouping of Dénia.
  • Culture: He is a fan of readingBeing Miguel Delibes placeholder image y García Márquez their favorite authors.
  • Leisure and Sport: Enjoy the more and actively practice the Hiking (walk through Montgó).
  • Family: Married to Lales, with two children, Lluis and Aina.

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