Iba lights up with the ASEAN...
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Iba, Zambales. On August 8, 2017, LGU Officials led by Honorable Mayor Jun Rundstedt C. Ebdane and Vice Mayor Irenea Maniquiz-Biñan and the people of Iba, Zambales, joined the forty nine (49) other LGUs in the simultaneous lighting of the ASEAN Lanterns. With the theme: “Under One Light, We are One ASEAN”, the activity symbolizes ASEAN’s important role as the light that guides the path of the ASEAN Member countries.
The ASEAN National Organizing Committee composed of the National Government Agencies together with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), selected Iba alongside 49 other LGUs mainly because of its location. The West Philippine Sea is one of the major concerns being tackled by the ASEAN and with the municipality of Iba being one of the likely affected LGUs; the ASEAN hope to forge partnership in achieving their priorities.
With around two hundred people composed of Sangguniang Bayan Members, Department Heads, Municipal employees, residents, local media and other stakeholders witnessing the historical event, the activity also became a venue for the presentation of the accomplishments of the LGU Officials for the past year.
“In achieving our vision, we want this government to be inclusive and innovative, to be resilient in order to adapt to the development and changes we want to achieve. We are sharing this Landmark Lighting to all of you as this is a milestone in the history of our municipality. Out of the hundreds of LGUs in the country, we were chosen to take part in the ASEAN’s golden anniversary. Let us continue to be partners for change”, said Mayor Ebdane in his message.
Just like the ASEAN, the Municipality of Iba, puts premium to the people, that’s why LGU Officials and functionaries strive to give effective and efficient basic service delivery to the people and give the Ibanians the quality service they truly deserve a peaceful and safe community who protects not only the people as well as its natural resources.
Zambales hurdles the National SGLG Validation
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The National Validation for the 2017 Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) kicked off and the Municipalities of Castillejos and San Antonio were among the local government units (LGUs) that were assessed by Region XIII representative LGOO VII Ray Gregory F. Jaranilla on August 14, 2017.
The LGUs were gauged on the core and essential areas using the 4+1 principle, the four core areas are Financial Administration, Disaster Preparedness, Social Protection and Peace and Order while the following are the essential areas: Business Friendliness and Competitiveness, Environmental Management and Tourism, Culture and the Arts. The assessment process consists of table validation, onsite inspection and utilization conference with the local functionaries and heads of offices.
The LGUs expressed their support and appreciation to the program stating that more than the prestige of the award, the SGLG will serve as their minimum standard of service delivery until it becomes their way of life.
SGLG 2017 Assessment: “Raising the Bar, Influencing Good Governance”
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The Regional Assessment Team headed by DILG Assistant Regional Director Araceli A. San Jose, CESO V, Provincial Director Darwin D. David, MED Assistant Chief Fortunato Abraham III, CSO Representative Noel Sibal, LGOO V Rowena Angeles and Phillip Nathan Moral with the assistance of DILG Zambales lead by PD Armi V. Bactad, CESO V assessed the Province of Zambales for the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) on June 14-15, 2016.
The SGLG is one of the flagship programs of the DILG that promotes integrity and good performance and at the same time gives distinction to these remarkable Local Government Units (LGUs).
In behalf of Honorable Governor Amor D. Deloso, Provincial Administrator Atty. Izelle Iamly P. Deloso delivered a message of support to the program. “Constructive criticisms are most welcome. You (DILG) are here to build us and makes us stronger”, said Atty. Deloso.
During the two-day assessment, the team had conducted on-site inspection, table validation and utilization conference with the heads of offices and other local functionaries of the provincial government.
ARD San Jose presided the assessment proper and emphasized the aim of the DILG to influence good governance behavior and upgrade governance standards.
Following the 4+1 principle, the local government units must now pass the four core areas namely: Financial Administration, Disaster Preparedness, Social Protection and Peace and Order and at least one of the following essential areas: Business Friendliness and Competitiveness, Environmental Management and Tourism, Culture and the Arts.
