“I’m stepping back from my minutes to align with the popular team led by Paco Ponce,” stated Víctor Sales, the spokesperson for Ciudadanos on the Petrer City Council. “Ponce embodies the leadership Petrer needs right now, a genuinely capable human.” His words reflected a confidence in a tested leadership style that combines practical management with a clear vision for local progress. Sales highlighted a readiness to support a transition that prioritizes the town’s immediate needs and long-term stability, signaling a move that many residents have been following with interest.
“I’m honored that Paco Ponce invited me to join forces. We aim to form a strong team that will work to uplift the quality of life for Petrer residents,” Sales added as he outlined the forthcoming collaborative path. The tone suggested a shared commitment to governance that emphasizes accountability, transparent decision-making, and a focus on community welfare. The partnership appears built on mutual respect and a shared sense of responsibility toward Petrer’s future.
Ciudadanos councilor Víctor Sales, who will be stepping away from the council minutes at the upcoming April plenary session, follows a precedent set by his colleague Paco Sánchez Martínez, who made a related transition a few months earlier. The timing situates these changes within a broader political reorganization seen within the region, as the parties in neighboring Elda have been adjusting leadership roles and responsibilities to reflect evolving local priorities and public needs.
“I am grateful for the trust placed in me by Petrer’s residents when I was first elected,” Sales remarked. He reflected on his years with Ciudadanos since its inception in 2014, noting that many colleagues have supported the effort in different ways. He emphasized his gratitude for that backing and recalled the sense of camaraderie that has sustained the group through various challenges. Looking ahead, he expressed a commitment to stand beside Paco Ponce as they pursue a new project that aligns with their shared goals for Petrer’s growth and wellbeing.
Sales elaborated that “What Petrer needs is the Ponce project, and Paco is fully prepared to lead a municipality like ours. His professional background has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage public resources responsibly and effectively, which, in turn, gives the community confidence in the direction of governance.” He underscored the belief that the combination of experience, readiness, and a clear plan constitutes a solid foundation for collaboration and service to residents. The statement framed the forthcoming steps as a practical, well-considered move rather than a political maneuver.
As a result, the next ordinary municipal general assembly is expected to witness this shift in leadership as Sales formalizes his resignation from the council minutes and the two teams align on a shared program and action plan for Petrer’s immediate priorities and future episodes of development.