MARIVELES, Bataan – Citing good governance as a shared responsibility, Mayor Ace Jello Concepcion expressed his gratitude to the DILG, municipal and local officials, and residents of Barangay Balon Anito for the successful implementation of a retaining wall project funded under the FY 2023 Seal of Good Local Governance – Incentive Fund (SGLGIF).
The inauguration ceremony, held earlier today, featured the unveiling of a marker, officially opening the project to the residents. It was graced by the presence of officials, including barangay functionaries, Municipal Engineer Ildefonso Tarriela Jr., municipal engineering staff, MLGOO Ma. Jasmin Bartolo, and DILG provincial office personnel.
Meanwhile, DILG Bataan Cluster Team Leader Cristy Blanco congratulated the LGU for earning the coveted Seal and adhering to the various laws and policies for the benefit of the general public.
Additionally, Punong Barangay Celso Solano reflected on the previous state of the residents, especially during typhoons and the rainy season, and believed that the completion of the project is expected to provide long-term benefits by mitigating the risks associated with flooding in the area.
The LGU believes that the project not only symbolizes progress but also showcases the collaborative efforts between the government and the community in addressing pressing environmental challenges that will bring positive changes, reinforcing a commitment to a safer and more resilient future.