Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V with provincial staff guested at Radyo Natin 105.7 Mhz during the program of Bishop Virginio Ducos last October 3, 2014 to promote the upcoming activities in line with the celebration of the 23rd Local Government Code Anniversary.
PD Bactad discussed the provincial caravan that will be held on October 7, 2014, which will simultaneously start at Sta. Cruz and Subic and will converge at Zambales Gymnasium, Iba, Zambales for a short program that will be participated by the provincial government headed by Hon. Hermogenes Ebdane, Jr. , the local functionaries of the 13 LGUs and the DILG family. PD Bactad also informed the public on the recently conducted regional caravan at San Fernando, Pampanga on October 1, 2014 to jumpstart the LG Code anniversary.
Bishop Ducos commended the leadership of PD Bactad and stressed the vital role of the DILG in capacitating the LGUs toward the path of good governance. He also said that the theme “ Ang LGUng Magaling, May Nararating”, captured the importance of transparency, accountability and excellence in serving the public.
Mechanics and prizes for the photo contest “Capturing Good Governance through the Lens” was provided by PIO/LGOO II Maria Melanie Gutierrez and LGOO IV Cindy Cagalitan to encourage amateur and professional photographers to submit entries highlighting the best practices of Zambales LGus.