The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) MIMAROPA successfully hosted the Philippine Local Governance Forum (PLGF) Luzon Island Circuit with a theme, โLocal Governance Breakthroughs,โ held at the Kalayaan Hall, SM Aura Tower, Taguig City on October 28, 2024.
The forum, organized in partnership with the Local Government Academy (LGA) and all Luzon Local Governance Regional Resource Centers (LGRRCs), was attended by local chief executives and representatives from various local government units (LGUs) from Regions I to V, NCR, CAR and MIMAROPA as well as their partner LRIs and CSOs. Also present were DILG Assistant Secretary for Local Government Atty. Jesi Howard Lanete, DILG MIMAROPA Assistant Regional Director Rey S. Maranan, CESO V, DILG R3 Regional Director Atty. Anthony Nuyda, CESO III, DILG NCR Assistant Regional Director Atty. Ana Lyn R. Baltazar-Cortez, CESO IV, DILG R2 Assistant Regional Director Elpidio Durwin, CESO IV, and DILG R4A Regional Director Darrell I. Dizon, CESO V, LGA Research and Policy Division Chief Leah Marie Sanchez and Taguig City 1st District Councilor Atty. Raul Aquino.
Participants enjoyed a series of presentations showcasing:
โข ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ญ: ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐
๐ฐ๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ moderated by LGOO VII Ariel Reginio
Batangas City eBOSS: Providing total quality service in a professional manner and business-friendly environment to the people seeking permits presented by BPLO Ditas Aguado-Rivera “One Vision, One Province, One Ilocos Sur”: Participatory Governance presented by PPDC Ar. EnP. Estrelita I. Rugnao
โข ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฎ: ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ moderated by Chief Anna Bertha Datingginoo of the Universal Health Care – Health Systems, Policy, and Strategy Division of CHD MIMAROPA.
Project TOPI (TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES PRIORITIZING ILLITERACY): A Whole Community Approach in Promoting Literacy presented by Mayor Hon. Christopher A. Mamauag of Cabagan, Isabela HEALTHY PLATE, HEALTHY VILLAGE: Pasil Slowfood Community presented by Municipal Administrator Milagros F. Batalao of Pasil, Kalinga
โข ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฏ: ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ moderated by Atty. Lenel Rabeje of DENR MIMAROPA.
7K Program : Sorsogonโs Springboard towards Economic Dynamism , Eco- Governance and Resiliency presented by DILG Sorsogon Cluster Head Leandro Sipoy Gigantoca, CESE Manila BAYAni: Best Practices on Solid Waste Management presented by CENRO Edgar Luna of Baliwag City, Bulacan Eco-Governance: Best Practices on Solid Waste Management presented by CENRO Engr. Thelma Bautista of San Jose Del Monte City, Bulacan
These narratives served to inspire collaboration among LGUs as they navigated challenges and opportunities in governance. The event emphasized the importance of promoting dialogue, sharing best practices, and identifying actionable solutions to critical local governance issues.
In his closing message, ARD Maranan emphasized the value of collaboration in knowledge sharing to advance good governance. โ
โAs we look to the future, it is crucial to sustain the energy and enthusiasm generated here. The connections forged during this event should be nurtured and expanded. Let us continue to share knowledge and resources, creating a network of local leaders committed to advancing good governance practices,โ he said.
He concluded by urging attendees to embody the principles discussed during the forum.
โAs we part ways, let us carry the spirit of collaboration, innovation, and resilience into our daily work. Together, we can achieve the ultimate goal of creating thriving communities where every citizen has a voice and a stake in their future,โ he added.
The Philippine Local Governance Forum is held annually to encourage local governments to collaborate, innovate, and address the challenges faced by their communities, ultimately working towards improved public service and community engagement across the region.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | Watch the PLGF 2024 Luzon Island Circuit: https://www.facebook.com/dilgmimaropa/videos/1203795167346603