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While in office she was responsible for beginning major works that were to prove decisive for the future of the municipality. She only served one term but then became a councillor between 1980 and 1982. In 1983, she was also the first woman to become president of the
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rule to reintegrate into the society with food, accommodation, medical assistance, employment, information, clothing and school supplies. She also supported the
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