Jun Chipeco
Joaquin Montañano Chipeco Jr., commonly known as Jun Chipeco, is a Filipino lawyer, politician, public administrator, civic leader, and realtor who last served representative of the Lone District of Calamba. He also served as mayor of Calambafrom 2004 to 2013, representative of the 2nd District of Laguna from 1987 to 1992, 1995 to 2004, and 2013 to 2019, and vice governor of Laguna from 1986 to 1987.[1] He greatly contributed to improving education, health, and infrastructure in his city. During his tenure, the city was chosen as the regional development center of the Calabarzon Region. During his term, the City College of Calamba, the new City Hall of Calamba for Mayor Lajara's term, the Pamilihang Panlungsod ng Calamba and the Calamba Recreational and Institutional Complex were established. He is the second member of the Chipeco family involved in politics.
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Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from the Laguna | |
In office June 30, 2019 – June 30, 2022 | |
Preceded by | District established |
Succeeded by | Charisse Ann Hernandez |
Constituency | Calamba |
In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Timmy Chipeco |
Succeeded by | Ruth Mariano-Hernandez |
Constituency | 2nd District |
In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2004 | |
Preceded by | Rodolfo Tingzon |
Succeeded by | Timmy Chipeco |
Constituency | 2nd District |
In office June 30, 1987 – June 30, 1992 | |
Preceded by | Leonides De Leon |
Succeeded by | Rodolfo Tingzon |
Constituency | 2nd District |
21st Mayor of Calamba | |
In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2013 | |
Vice Mayor | Pursino Oruga (2004–2010) Severino Lajara (2010–2013) |
Preceded by | Severino Lajara |
Succeeded by | Timmy Chipeco |
Vice Governor of Laguna | |
In office March 25, 1986 – March 24, 1987 | |
Governor | Felicismo San Luis |
Preceded by | Leandro Balquiedra |
Succeeded by | Restituto Luna |
Personal details | |
Born | Manila, Philippines | August 15, 1942
Political party | Nacionalista (2009–2012; 2016–present) |
Other political affiliations | Liberal (2012–2016) Lakas–CMD (2004–2009) KAMPI (2001–2004) LDP (1988–2001) PDP–Laban (1987–1988) |
Spouse | Nelia San Buenaventura |
Children | 4, including Justin Marc "Timmy" |
Parent(s) | Joaquin E. Chipeco Sr. (father) Remedios Montañano (mother) |
Residence | Calamba, Laguna |
Education | University of Santo Tomas (BA) San Beda College (LL.B.) |
Profession | Lawyer, public administrator, civic leader, realtor, politician |
On July 10, 2020, he is one of the 70 representatives who voted to reject the franchise renewal of ABS-CBN.[2]
References
- "GMA, De Castro lead flag-raising ceremonies in Baguio, Manila". Manila Bulletin. December 31, 2004. Archived from the original on June 14, 2012. Retrieved December 24, 2010.
- Perez-Rubio, Bella (July 10, 2020). "List of lawmakers who voted for and against ABS-CBN franchise renewal". Philstar.com. Retrieved July 22, 2020.