In a show of unity and commitment to effective local governance, the Vice Mayors’ League of the Philippines (VMLP) – Nueva Ecija Chapter successfully held its Provincial Chapter Elections on July 30, 2025, at the Governor’s Hall, Old Capitol Building, Cabanatuan City. The activity was facilitated by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Nueva Ecija.
The event was formally opened by Science City of Muñoz Vice Mayor Nestor L. Alvarez, who served as the Interim President of the chapter. In his welcome remarks, Hon. Alvarez expressed his appreciation for the active participation of Vice Mayors and presented the objective of the activity—electing a new set of officers who will lead the provincial chapter for the term 2025–2028.
On behalf of DILG Provincial Director Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac, Jr., CESO V, LGOO VII Danilo C. Rillera, Cluster I Team Leader of DILG Nueva Ecija, presented the election procedures and assumed the role of Acting Chairperson of the VMLP Comelec. He was joined by Palayan City Vice Mayor Romaric S. Capinpin and Peñaranda Vice Mayor Genefer DG. Aves as members of the VMLP Comelec.
Newly Elected VMLP Nueva Ecija Chapter Officers (2025–2028)
President:
Hon. Arvin C. Salonga – San Antonio
Vice President:
Hon. Nestor L. Alvarez – Science City of Muñoz
Secretary General:
Hon. Edwin A. Buendia – Zaragoza
Treasurer:
Hon. Victor V. Sabino- Gabaldon
Auditor:
Hon. Nerito S. Santos, Jr. – Talavera
Public Relations Officer (PRO):
Hon. John Carlo P. Dizon – Guimba
Board of Directors
District I
Hon. Florida P. Esteban, M.D. – Cuyapo
Hon. Victor M. Badar – Nampicuan
District II
Hon. Ronnie Roy G. Pascual – Llanera
Hon. Alex Rommel P. Romano – Lupao
District III
Hon. Richard D. Dimacali – Santa Rosa
Hon. Christian P. Binuya – Bongabon
District IV
Hon. Crisanto E. Matias – Jaen
Hon. Robinson D.C. Francisco – San Isidro
In his message of appreciation and commitment, President Hon. Arvin C. Salonga expressed his gratitude to his fellow Vice Mayors for their trust and confidence. He emphasized his dedication to sustaining the implementation of ongoing programs and promoting collaborative leadership across the province to better serve their constituents.