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Tagudin Website turns 4
Another year has passed for tagudin.gov.ph. We want something new beyond news
and events. Before you have started cooking rice for your meal, the new golden
rice grains that will bear a new image for the website has already been planted.
Watch out for the countdown for a new tagudin.gov.ph version 2!
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Little Municipality of Tagudin Day celebrated
On the declaration of every fourth Monday of October as the Little Municipality
of Tagudin Day as embodied by Sangguniang Bayan Resolution 101, forty six (46)
high school students had been tapped to act as "Little Officials" on October 22,
2007 in place of the elective officials, chiefs of offices of the Local
Government Unit of Tgaudin, and heads of school institutions and National Line
Agencies.
The conduct of the said activity will give the participants a hand in the
delivery of public service, much, it is also envisioned of giving the trust and
confidence of the youth participants for the government on the implemented
programs and services aside from giving the participants the experience of
serving, it would also mold them of becoming responsible leaders in the near
future.
On the incessant participation accorded by educational institutions such as the
Pudoc West Integrated School (PWIS), Saint Augustine's School, Tagudin National
High School and Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College High School Department, the
event was generally commendable.
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LGU Tagudin goes to Tagaytay City for a Lakbay-Aral
The Local Chief Executive, Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. and the employees of the
Local Government Unit of Tagudin went to Tagaytay City on October 11, 2007
(Thursday Night) for their Values formation Lakbay Aral and Team Building
Workshop. The said activity is one of the components of the Municipality's 12
Flagship Program: AT-ENTERPRISE, the "Transformation Towards a Character
Municipality".
The participants arrived at the Tagaytay International Convention Center (TICC)
on October 12, 2007 (Friday) for a brief orientation forum on the Character City
program of Tagytay led by Mr. Rudy Ancheta, Executive Assistant for External
affairs Secretary, and City Vice Mayor, Hon. Celso de Castro, Chairman of the
Character City Program of Tagyatay City.
After having their lunch at Viewsite Restaurant, the Tagudinians visited the
magnificent tourist spots of the city.
A Team Building Workshop led by Mr. Ruben Pascual was held the following day
October 13, 2007 (Saturday) at the Sunflower Hostel Hall where they were
billeted.
A post Lakbay Aral conference was held on October 19, 2007 (Friday) where an
employee of each office shared his/her joyful manifestation of the said activity
in the presence of Vice mayor Rogelio Lorenzana and the Sangguniang Bayan
Members.
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Tagudinian Boy Scouts set up camps
One way of revitalizing the Scouting movement is to hold a Municipal Scouting
Camporal. Scouting activities are very essential as an avenue to mold pupils to
become well rounded individuals.
Last October 19-21,2007, The Boy Scout of the Philippines Tagudin Chapter held
its annual camporal at parasio ti Amburayan, Bucao East, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
wherein the different schools of Tagudin participated.
On October 20, 2007, lectures of different scouting skills were done in the
morning and in the afternoon they applied what they have learned through
competition/games. The participants were as follows:
SCHOOL # OF SCOUTS # OF SCOUTERS
1. Tagudin Central School 17 3
2. Ag-Aguman Elementary School 17 3
3. Ambalayat Elementary School 22 4
4. Baracbac Elementary School 24 5
5. Becques Community School 20 3
6. Bimmanga Community School 18 5
7. Bio Elementary School 21 3
8. Bitalag Elementary School 13 4
9. Cabugbugan Community School 26 4
10. Garitan Community School 24 4
11. Las-ud Elementary School 31 4
12. Libtong Community School 12 2
13. Pacac Elementary School 5 1
14. Pallogan Elementary School 14 4
15. Pudoc East Elementary School 12 4
16. Pudoc West Integrated School 43 4
17. San Pedro Community School 15 2
18. Tagudin National High School 72 8
The foolowing is the Result of the Scouting Skills:
a. Sack write race - Las-ud Elementary school
- Kitty Patrol (TNHS)
b. Chess relay - Baracbac Elementary School
c. Tug with warring yell- Cabugbugan Elementary School
- Dove Patrol (TNHS)
d. Semaphore Signaling - Pallogan Elementary School
- TNHS
e. Knot tying - Bio Elementary School
- Pudoc West Integrated School
f. Chariot Race - Pudoc East Elementary School
g. Egg boiling - Libtong Elementary Scho
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Tagudinian senior citizens celebrate SC Week
549 Tagudinian Senior Citizens gathered at the Municipal Auditorium, October 2,
2007 for their General Assembly and Senior Citizens Week Celebration with the
theme: "Nakakatanda: Tanglaw ng Kabataan at Lipunan".
Said activity was graced by the presence of Federation of the Senior Citizens
Affairs of the Philippines National President Mr. Marcelino M. Dela Cruz of
Urdaneta Pangasinan, who was the Guest of Honor and Speaker, Mayor Jun and
members of the Sangguniang Bayan. Our Senior Citizens, on the said affair
likewise displayed their talents in a variety of intermission and surprise
numbers.
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MCGC conducts initial assessment
Members of the Municipal Clean and Green Committee(MCGC) conducted its initial
evaluation/assessment for the "2007-2008 Search for the Cleanest and Greenest
Barangay and School", September 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and October 2, 2007.
Tagudin's 43 barangays were first visited by the Committee. Its 28
schools(public and private) will be evaluated next.
Said Search is composed of three(3) assessments/evaluations, where winners will
be awarded during the Tagudin's Town Fiesta (Tikanlu Festival) on May 2008.
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Tagudinians clean coastlines
As early as 6:00 in the morning of September 29, 2007, Saint Augustine's
School's Grades 5-6 pupils and 1st-4th Year High School students together with
its faculty, staff, parents and administrators, officials and employees of the
Local Government Unit and Barangay Officials and Tanods gathered in their
respective areas along the coastlines of the eleven(11) barangays of Tagudin for
its annual "Coastal Clean-up". Despite the weather, where it was drizzling, many
joined in the said activity resulting to its success.
This annual "Coastal Clean-up" is in line with one of the 12 Flagship Programs,
specifically on "Eco-ASAP".
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TNHS Intrams
September 27, 2007. Mayor Jun at Tagudin National High School during the
Intramurals of the said school, where he delivered an inspirational message, did
the ceremmonial toss and crowned Mr. and Miss Intramurals together with TNHS
Principal Mrs. Rosita Pascua.
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LGu Tagudin celebrates family day
Officials and employees of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin celebrated its
Family Day last September 28, 2007.
Said celebration started with a Thanksgiving Mass at the Saint Augustine's
Parish at 8:00 a.m. followed by the Ribbon-cutting and Blessing of the new
Welcome Arch leading to the town proper and the new offices of the LGU - Office
of the General Services Officer, Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar, Office
of the Municipal Budget Officer, Office of the Vice-Mayor, Office of the
Secretary to the Sanggunian and the Office of the Mayor. Finally, was the
program at the Municipal Auditorium where, during the rest of the day, all
officials and employees enjoyed the variety of games, dances and raffle draw.
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Local Council for Women help save environment
The Local Council for Women(LCW) headed by Non-Government Organization Federated
President, Mrs. Delia Dauz, conducted a training on the recycling of
aluminum/foil packs of tetra pack juices. Said packs were made into utility and
all-purpose bags. Seventy-seven(77) women, who are members Women Organizations
from Tagudin's 43 barangays joined in the training.
Their Trainors were : Ernestina Fajardo of Cabugbugan, Lolita Florendo of Gabur
and Josue Acang and Virginia Licudine of Becques. Following are the objectives
of the training:
1. Recycling, which will help in the Solid Waste Management Program of Tagudin;
2. Livelihood/self-employment
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LGU Tagudin conducts Budget Call for 2008
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, on September 24, 2007, conducted its
Budget Call, where all Heads of Offices presented their respective department's
budget for the year 2008. Said budgets were given to the Municipal Budget
Officer for consolidation.
Priority projects and upcoming activities were also discussed:
1. Family Week/Day Celebration on September 28, 2007, where all Officials and
Employees are enjoined to participate in the following activities:
a. Thanksgiving Mass
b. Ribbon-cutting of Tagudin Welcome Arch and LGU Extension Offices
c. Family Day Program
2. Coastal Clean-up on September 29, 2007 in the morning
3. Blessing of the LGU's Extension Offices in the afternoon.
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Tagudin's 28 barangays get award
Twenty eight(28) barangays of Tagudin were awarded as the "Most Outstanding
Barangay Peace and Order Council(BPOC)" by the Local Government Unit of Tagudin
and the Municipal Local Government Operations Office, headed by Mr. manuel
Dumagpi, during the Flag Raising Ceremony, September 24, 2007 at the Municipal
Hall. These barangays were awarded for their exemplary performance in the
implementation of all Peace and Order Programs, thereby creating a safe and
peaceful community.
Following were the barangays who received a Certificate of Recognition:
1. Ag-aguman
2. Baracbac
3. Bario-an
4. Baritao
5. Becques
6. Bimmanga
7. Bio
8. Bitalag
9. Borono
10. Bucao East
11. Bucao West
12. Cabugbugan
13. Dacutan
14. Del Pilar
15. Farola
16. Gabur
17. Garitan
18. Jardin
19. Lacong
20. Las-ud
21. Libtong
22. Lubnac
23. Magsaysay
24. Quirino
25. Ranget
26. San Miguel
27. Sawat
28. Tarangotong
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Cabugbugan DCC celebrates family day
Cabugbugan's Day Care Center(DCC) celebrated its Family Day last September 21,
2007, with Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana and Municipal Councilors Rodolfo Leal
and Nelson Cuaresma gracing the said affair.
Its barangay officials headed by Brgy. Captain Avelino Bunoan gave gifts to all
Day Care pupils - a pad of paper and a pencil. Likewise, all Day Care Pupil
birthday celebrants for September were recognized - with its Barangay Captain
also celebrating his birthday on the said month of September.
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Ms. Lamadrid is Ilocos Sur CPO President
Mrs. Jocelyn L. Lamadrid, LGU-Tagudin's Administrative Officer and Human
Resources Management Officer-Designate was elected President of the Council of
Personnel Officers, Ilocos Sur Chapter. She took her oath, together with the
other elected officers last September 20, 2007 during the 107th Anniversary of
the Philippine Civil Service Family Day, Induction and Salamat Paalam Program
held at Mayor Jun's residence in Bucao East. The other officers are:
Vice Presidents:
1st District - Ms. Cora B. Reynon, LGU Sta. Catalina
2nd District - Ms. Doris G. Manzano,City of Candon
Upland - Ms. Luzviminda Reginaldo, LGU Banayoyo
Secretary - Ms. Carmelita Angco, LGU Sto. Domingo
Assistant Secretary - Ms. Luz Ancheta, NIA-BPIP
Treasurer - Ms. Teresita S. Sison, LGU Cabugao
Assistant Treasurer - Ms. Teofila Evelyn Tapao, Naglaoan National High School
Auditor - Mr. Socorro G. Antonio, Candon National High School
Business Managers:
1st District - Ms. Soledad Dumrique, DepEd, Division of Ilocos Sur
2nd District - Mr. Cesar Bañez, LGU Nagbukel
Upland - Ms. Irene Galimba, LGU Burgos
PRO - Ms. Menchie B. Agbulos, DepEd, Division of Ilocos Sur
Board of Directors:
Ms. Perlita Rigunay, PGIS
Ms. Justina Racelis, Fiscal's Office
Ms. Florida Ulopani, LGU Magsingal
Ms. Adelina Cardenas, LGU Santa
Ms. Perla C. Cabang, LGU Nagbukel
Mr. Hedy Jose B. Lardizabal
Director II
CSC Provincial Office
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MCPC gets ready for "Children's Month"
The Municipal Council for the Protection of Children(MCPC), on September 20,
2007, convened a meeting to discuss matters concerning the activities to be
undertaken during the Children's Month celebration and to inform the body of the
results of the recently-concluded exit conference of the Provincial Technical
Working Group of the Search for the Child-Friendly Municipality.
During the said meeting, all concerned entities were reminded to accomplish
reports and other pertinent documents needed for the Regional Evaluation, set
this October, where Tagudin is again hoping to bag said title.
With regards to the activities for the Children Month, following is the plan:
1. Social Welfare Sector
a. Little Municipality Day
b. Search for the Most Child-Friendly Barangay
c. Lakabay Aral to Bangued, Abra (3-times Child-Friendly Municipality Winner,
CAR - 1st-3rd Class Municipality)
2. Health Sector
a. Regular Immunization
b. Garantisadong Pambata
3. Agriculture Sector
a. Vegetable production Seminar for the Out-Of-School Youth
b. Procurement of assorted vegetable seeds for distribution to all participants
of the training(#1)
c. Re-Dispersal for Goat and Swine
4. Education Sector
a. Supplemental Feeding for the undernourished students
b. Student Technologists and Entrepreneurs of the Philippines (STEP) Competition
c. Academinc Competitions (UN Celebration)
d. Living Rosary
e. Monthly Mass
f. Operation Kapkap
g. Alay Linis
h. UN Celebration (CUlminating Activity)
i. Popularity Contest
j. Essay Writing Contest/Slogan Contest
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Mayor Jun takes barangay once again
Mayor Jun, again sets another record in the history of Tagudin as he makes his
2nd round of his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" in the municipality. Upon his
assumption as Local Chief Executive in 2004, he visited all 43 barangays of
Tagudin to know/determine their needs, which served as the basis in the 12
Flagship Programs for 2004-2007.
Again, for his 2nd term as Tagudin's Local Chief Executive(2007-2010), Mayor Jun
started his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" with Cabulanglangan as the 1st
barangay he visited last September 16, 2007. Like in his previous journeys, he
aims to listen and determine the priority needs of all barangays and foremost to
inform them of the 12 Flagship Programs for 2007-2010, as a result of the town's
2nd Executive Legislative Agenda Formulation last July 6-7, 2007. More than a
hundred residents attended the General Assembly, who were very much enlightened
on the said Flagship Programs.
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Alay Linis 2007
Pursuant to DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2007-98, regarding the yearly conduct
of Alay Lakad, the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, in lieu of the Alay Lakad
had an "ALAY LINIS" activity, September 4, 2007.
Local and barangay officials and employees, NGOs, educational institutions and
National Line Agencies participated in the said activity, where they were
divided into ten(10) groups and assigned in different areas along the national
highway from Barangay Bio to Barangay Becques and within the Public Market,
Plaza and Auditorium.
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LGU celebrates salu-salo, TAMEA officers take oath
Officials and employees of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin gathered for the
quarterly "Salu-salo Together" Program, August 30, 2007 at the Municipal Hall.
Aside from the recognition and gift-giving for the birthday celebrants from May
to August, the newly-elected and appointed officers of the Tagudin Municipal
Employees Association (TAMEA) for 2007-2010, also took their oath with Mayor
Jun.
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DEPED hold promotional staff meeting in Tagudin
Almost a hundred delegates from the entire Ilocos Sur gathered at the Tagudin
District Office's Conference Hall last August 31, 2007 for the Promotional Staff
Meeting - the 1st to ever held in the town of Tagudin and the 1st district to
hold a promotional staff meeting according to Tagudin District Supervisor, Dr.
Buenafe D. Medrano.
Said delegates headed by Ilocos Sur Schools Division Superintendent were warmly
welcomed by Tagudin's local Officials headed by Mayor Jun, Vice-Mayor Lorenzana,
Municipal Councilors Arvin Andaya, Neopito Galang and Fatima Pagaduan, Tagudin's
Federated PTCA Presidents and school heads of DepEd Tagudin. Both Mayor Jun and
Dr. Medrano gave their words of welcome to all delegates in the opening program.
After the opening program was the main agenda of the meeting, to include:
Administrative Concerns, Health and Nutriion Matters, National Achievement Test
Report, Secondary School Concerns, Elementary School Concerns and the
Superintendent's Concern.
A sumptous lunch was hosted by Mayor Jun at his residence in Bucao East after
the said meeting.
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DENR checks Tagudin coast
The DENR-ERDS (Department of Environment and Natural Resources ecosystems
Research and Development Services) initiated by Engr. Cirilo Nuesca and his
group revisited Barangay Pudoc West, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur last August 22, 2007
for the assessment of damaged coastal areas.
Tagudin has been chosen as pilot area/demonstration of damaged coastal areas for
rehabilitation. The group from DENR-ERDS and CENRO Tagudin with Rowena Acebes
were assisted by LGU-Tagudin headed by Vice-Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana, SB
COmmittee Chair on Agriculture Hon. Rodolfo Leal, Acting Municipal Agriculturist
Florante Lacasandile, MPDC Leopoldo Lacasandile, Fishery Coordinator Edgar
Labiano, Environmental Management Specialist Aiza Marie Lazaga and other LGU
staff. The Pudoc West community also joined the activity with Brgy. Captain
Mario Gorospe, Barangay Officials and other stakeholders.
Activities done include : soil sampling, identifying and measuring the specific
site for the project. They(DENR-ERDS), suggested that an area of one hectare
shall be planted with beach type trees such as talisay, agoho, bittaog, coconut,
etc., and along the inland water it shall be planted with bakawan, nipa(if
available) and bittaog. After the said assessment was a program where the
community was informed on the advantages, importance and objectives of the said
project. Since the area has already been identified for planting, the Municipal
Agriculture Office is already planning to conduct a tree planting activity of
Bittaog this September in celebration of "Coastal Month".
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Sudipen visits Tagudin for Lakbay Aral
The municipality of Sudipen, La Union, headed by its Vice Mayor, Hon. Feliza M.
Catcatan, members of their Municipal Council and some of its Heads of Offices
came to Tagudin for their "Lakbay Aral", August 15, 2007.
This "Lakbay Aral" is on the Solid Waste Management Program of Tagudin,
specifically on the establishment of the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite. According
to them, they also want to establish their own Controlled Dumpsite replicating
what Tagudin did. Together with Tagudin's Municipal Planning and Development
Coordinator Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile, Municipal Engineer Edmund Fabia,
Environmental Management Specialist Aiza Marie Lazaga and Information Officer II
Claudine Valdez, the group visited Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite at Barangay
Cabulanglangan, where they were given an orientation and briefing as to its
establishment.
After the visit, the group met with Mayor Jun in his office, where he gave the
group additional inputs for the speedy and proper establishment of their
dumpsite.
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Tagudinian awardees honored
Certificates of Recognition were given to all Tagudinian awardees - national,
regional and provincial level, by the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, during
its Flag Raising Ceremony, August 13, 2007. Following were the awardees:
1. MR. ROMEO LANUZA
National and Regional Awardee
Gawad Kalasag 2007, Disaster Response Hero
2. Municipality of Tagudin
1st Runner Up
Green Banner Awardee
2006 Nutrition Program Implementation
3. MR. REGINALD MILLANO
Plaque of Recognition
For his leadership as Municipal Nutrition Action Officer for the efficient and
effective implementation of the 2006 Municipal Plan of Action for Nutrition
4. BARANGAY BARACBAC, TAGUDIN, ILOCOS SUR
2nd Runner-up
Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Committee
5. ROSEMARIE APOSTOL
Baracbac, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
2nd Runner-up
Search for Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar
6. EMELY LAZA, Barangay Nutrition Scholar, Lacong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
TERESITA MODESTO, Barangay Nutrition Scholar, Del Pilar, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
MARIETA DAUZ, Barangay Nutrition Scholar, Dardarat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
ARSENIA VILLANUEVA, Barangay Nutrition Scholar, Pudoc West, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
*Certificates of Recognition for their efficient and effective implementation of
the Barangay Plan of Action for Nutrition (BPAN) in the year 2006.
Said certificates were awarded by Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana and the
members of the Sangguniang Bayan.
More photos here
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Tagudin gets national Kalasag Award
Tagudinian Romeo Lanuza of Barangay Tarangotong, Tagudin Ilocos Sur, bagged the
GAWAD KALASAG AWARD 2007, DISASTER RESPONSE HERO, NATIONAL LEVEL - Individual
Category by the Department of Interior and Local Government.
Mr. Lanuza was recognized for his efforts, gallantry and heroism in rescuing a
drowning victim, Gretchen R. Gorospe, on the 16th of April 2006 at Tarangotong
Beach, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. That Black Saturday in April 16, 2006, Gretchen went
to the beach at Barangay Tarangotong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur with her friends. Mr.
Lanuza was at his residence located just 50 meters away from where Gretchen and
her friends were frolicking in the beach. Gretchen, an inexperienced swimmer,
suffered leg cramps while in the water and screamed for help. Her friends tried
to rescue her but the waves were then becoming stronger. When Mr. Lanuza heard
the commotion of the group, he immediately ran out to see how he could help.
Amidst the anxiety and panic around him and without any hesitation, Mr. Lanuza
jumped into the water and battled the crashing waves to assist the helpless
woman. Unmindful of the crashing waves and risk to his life, Mr. Lanuza
demonstrated bravery and presence of mind.
Such noble deed has been acknowledged regionally, then nationally last August 7,
2007 at the Malacañang Palace with Her Excellency President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
Mayor Jun and Tarangotong Barangay Captain Leonora Villamar also attended said
awarding.
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Tagudin opens Quarantine Checkpoint
In compliance with Provincial Ordinance Number 04-13 otherwise known as "An
Ordinance Providing for Animal Quarantine Regulations to Prevent the Entry and
Spread of Communicable Diseases of Livestock, Poultry, Meat and its By Products
and Guidelines for its Implementation in the Province of Ilocos Sur", Tagudin
being the "Gateway to the Ilocos Province", opened its Quarantine Checkpoint in
Barangay Bio, August 1, 2007.
Ilocos Sur Governor-elect Hon. Deogracias Victor "DV" Savellano did the
ceremonial cutting of the ribbon after the program attended by the Acting Mayor
Rogelio Lorenzana, Members of the Municipal Council, Municipal Agriculture
Office Personnel and Barangay Officials of Bio. The said opening is a perfect
timing to the Hog Cholera epidemic that is prevalent in Bulacan and adjoining
provinces and other benefits for the people and Province of Ilocos Sur.
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Tarangotong's Romeo Lanuza is Gawad Kalasag Awardee
Mr. Romeo Lanuza of Barangay Tarangotong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur was adjudged as
the GAWAD KALASAG 2007 DISASTER RESPONSE HERO for Heroic Act/Deed of Individuals
During Emergency Response and Rescua Operations - Individual Category, Regional
Level by the Regional Disaster Coordinating Council, July 31, 2007 at the PNP
RO1 Grandstand, Camp Brig. Gen. Oscar Florendo, Parian, San Fernando City, La
Union.
Said awarding took place during the Culminating Program of the National Disaster
Consciousness Month with the theme:"SAFE KA BA? Programa laban sa Kalamidad
tungo sa pag-unlad".
Mr. Lanuza was accompanied by Acting Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana, MLGOO Manuel
Dumagpi, Private Secretary Romualdo Gapsain, Sr., Tarangotong Barangay Captain
Leonora Villamar and Office of the Mayor Staff Jovito Somera.
Romeo Lanuza received a Plaque of Recognition and a check worth PhP 5,000.00.
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TAMEA elects new set of officers
Tagudin Municipal Employees Association (TAMEA), elected its new set of officers
for 2007-2010, July 27, 2007. Following are the newly-elected officers:
President: Mr. Danilo B. Lascota
Vice-President: Ms. Lydia Leal
Secretary; Ms. Claudine B. Valdez*
Assistant Secretary: Ms. Mary Aileen D. Lucero*
Treasurer: Ms. Anna Agustina M. Nazarro
Assistant Treasurer: Miss Levita B. Hadlos
Auditor: Miss Feliza Girlie P. Manzano
P.R.Os : Mr. Melou D. Linda
Ms. Eusebia L. Siuagan
Committee on Elections(to be automatically dissolved thirty(30) days after
election)
Mr. Edgar Labiano*
Committee on Membership
Miss Merilyn Somera*
Committee on Labor, Education and Research
Ms. Jocelyn L. Lamadrid*
*Officers appointed by the President
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Tagudin is 1st Runner-up as Outstanding Green Banner
Municipality
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur was the 1st Runner Up in the recently concluded 2006-2007
Search for the Provincial Green Banner Municipality. A Plaque of Recognition for
this award was received by Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Designate Mr.
Reginald Millano at the Provincial Capitol, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, July 31,
2007.
Said Plaque was awarded to Tagudin in recognition of its meritorious
contribution and sustained efforts in the promotion and implementation of the
Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition at the Local Level, thereby greatly
contibuting to the upliftment of the nutritional status of the people in the
municipality as awell as in the province.
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LGU Tagudin conducts fire prevention activity
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin in coordination with the Bureau of Fire
Protection conducted an orientation on Fire Prevention and demonstration on the
use of a Fire Extinguisher, July 20, 2007, for all LGU Officials and personnel.
This is part of the Disaster Emergency Preparedness and Awareness Program of the
LGU.
Said officials and personnel first had an orientation regarding "How to Avoid
and Prevent the of Cause Fire" by SFO3 Henedino Reduca of the BFP. Afterwhich
was the actual demonstration on the use of the fire extinguisher where officials
and employees tried to use it.
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June 19, 2007. The unopposed Mayor, Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. took his oath as
the Local Chief Executive of Tagudin with 12th MCTC Presiding Judge Mario
Anacleto Bañez.
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Happy Birthday, Mayor! We wish you all of the Almighy's blessings and guidance
as you lead us through the years to come. Keep safe always and God bless.
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Tagudin, 1st Ilocos town to conduct ELA in 2007
The Executive and Legislative Agenda (ELA) is a planning document that is
mutually developed and agreed upon by both the executive and legislative
departments of the Local Government units (LGUs). It is an integrated plan that
contains the major development thrusts and priorities of both the executive and
legislative branches towards a common vision for the LGU. Good governance
therefore is translated as a harmonious partnership between the Executive and
Legislative Departments of the Local Government Unit.
Tagudin’s 2nd Executive-Legislative Agenda (ELA) Formulation was held July 6-7,
2007 at Villa Marlene, Magsaysay, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur – the 1st ELA to be
conducted in the Province, as attested by the Department of Interior and Local
Government, Provincial Office. In 2004, Tagudin was again among the fifteen(15)
municipalities in Ilocos Sur to have its ELA.
Participants included not only officials and employees from the Local Government
Unit but also stakeholders or representatives from all sectors of the society –
National Line Agencies, the Education Sector, Non-Government Organizations and
Public and Private Organizations for a more comprehensive coverage.
The two-day workshop resulted in the birth of the new 12 Flagship Programs for
2007-2010 with the acronym AT-ENTERPRISE:
A – Agricultural Diversification and Modernization
T – Tagudin 911
E – Education for All
N – Nutrition and Health Enhancement
T – Transformation Towards a Character Municipality
E – E-Tagudin
R – Ruangan Ti Ilocandia
P – Proudly Tagudin-Made
R – Revenue Enhancement Initiative
I – Infrastructure Advancement
S – Social Welfare Integrated Programs
E – Eco-ASAP
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NAPOLCOM conducts validation
In connection with the one-day Seminar Workshop on Anti-Crime and Drug Abuse
Prevention and Control held October 18 last year, 2006 by the National Police
Commission, a validation on the extent of the implementation of the plans,
programs and projects of the Barangay Crime Prevention Committees organized in
barangays was conducted by the said Agency last July 18, 2007. This validation
was held at the Municipal Hall, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.
Barangay Captains from the 43 Barangays participated in this validation together
with SB Committee Chairman on Peace and Order, Public Safety and Police Matters
Hon. Rodolfo Leal.
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Tagudin tries new hybrid and inbred rice varieties
The "Adaptability Trial of Promising Inbred and Hybrid Rice Varieties in Region
I" was conducted July 11, 2007 at Barangay Lacong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur with the
coordination of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin and Department of
Agriculture in Region I.
The transplanting activity was attended by the personnel of the Ilocos
Integrated Agricultural Research Center(ILIARC) of the Department of
Agriculture, personnel of the Municipal Agriculture Office, Vice-Mayor Rogelio
Lorenzana and farmers.
This trial aims to evaluate the adaptability and yield performance of new and
promising inbred and hybrid rice varieties in the region and to come up with the
best varieties for recommendation. There are six(6) varieties of Inbred Rice
that were used in the said project.
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NCIP gives goat to Bago Tribe
Last July 3, 2007, the National Communities of Indigenous People (NCIP) of the
Province of Ilocos Sur, awarded thirteen(13) heads of doe ready for breeding to
the Bago Tribes of Ambalayat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, for thie livelihood program.
The beneficiaries will raise the goats for breeding and will later pay two(2)
female does to the tribe for re-dispersal to other members. The main objective
of the program is to provide a livelihood project for them to uplift their
living condition.
The awarding activity was attended by the NCIP Provincial Director, Atty. Marvin
Beligan and his staff, Vice-Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana, SBM Rodolfo Leal, SBM
Nelson Cuaresma and other LGU personnel, barangay officials and farmers.
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Newly-elected officials lead flag-raising ceremony
Tagudin's newly-elected Municipal Officials led by Mayor Jun joined in their 1st
Flag Raising for their new term, 2007-2010, July 2, 2007.
After said Flag Raising, each of them gave a message foremost thanking everyone
for their trust, confidence and support. All the LGU employees welcomed them
warmly after they have given their messages.
To all newly-elected officials, congratulations and work starts now.
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ARAPAAPKO SAGUTMO, ADAL PUMAYSO (ASAP) Scholars
OLD SCHOLARS
Hener S. Andaya
Pudoc East, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Pudoc West Integrated School
Grade 8
Venjie Florence Q. Bucol
Ag-aguman, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Peejay M. Lacasandili
Baritao, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Blobel G. Fajardo
Cabugbugan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
5th Honor
Maria Rachel S. Fajardo
Cabugbugan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Ma. Elaine Joy L. Laberinto
Sawat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
2nd Honor
Jenalyn A. Lanuza
Tarangotong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Charry M. Laycano
Salvacion, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Melanie N. Leal
Garitan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
Rochelle L. Villapaña
Malacañang, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
2nd Year
NEW SCHOLARS
John Michael L. Aguilan
Pudoc West, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Pudoc West Integrated School
Grade 7
Valedictorian
Jenny B. Cantar
Cabaroan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
2nd Honor
Jenny Lyn M. Cortez
Farola, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
Valedictorian
Kristine Joy M. Leal
Baritao, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
With Honor
Maria Imelda O. Limon
Ambalayat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
3rd Honor
Mahdel L. Lorzano
Pallogan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
Salutatorian
Anna Marie V. Lozano
Libtong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Enrolled at Tagudin National High School
1st Year
Salutatorian
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Tagudinians join "Archdiocesan Visit" to Bishop Verzosa
grave
Mayor Jun led the Tagudin delegation for the Archdiocesan Visit to the tomb of
His Excellency, Most Rev. Alfredo Florentin Verzosa, First Filipino Bishop of
Lipa and Founder of the Missionary Catechists of the Sacred Heart of Lipa, who
is a direct descendant of the Mayor.
The Archdiocese of Lipa, as part of its 3-year preparation for its Centennial
Anniversary on April 10, 2010, made this Archdiocesan Visit to our Archdiocese -
Nueva Segovia, to Visit the tomb of Bishop Verzosa, being the 2nd Bishop of Lipa
who served for 33 years from 1917 to 1950.
This Archdiocesan Visit was highlighted by a Eucharistic Celebration at the
Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Paul, the Apostle, Vigan City, June 27, 2007 which
is the 53rd Death Anniversary of Bishop Verzosa. After the said Mass was the
Launching of the Book: "Alfredo F. Verzosa, Obispo", written by Rev. Fr.
Erickson Josue, a newly-ordained priest assigned in Laoag.
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Sto. Domingo visits Tagudin
On June 19, 2007, forty two(42) participants of the Farmer Livestock School on
Swine Production from the municipality of Sto. Domingo, Ilocos Sur, headed by
their Municipal Agriculturist, Mr. Mamerto Tacbas, came to Tagudin for their "Lakbay
Aral".
The group was accompanied by Tagudin's OIC-Municipal Agriculturist Mr. Florante
Lacasandile and his staff as they visited the farm of Mr. Antonio Villanueva,
who is an active technology adopter. He imparted to them the importance of
optimum utilization of his farm by integrating crops, livestock, fishery and
poultry. He likewise shared the advantages of using superior seeds, livestock
and fishes - where it all resulted to superior yield giving him more income.
According to Mr. Antonio Villanueva, who is a National Awardee on the Use of
Hybrid Seeds in Rice Farming, he was able to attain his present status with the
support of the Local Government Unit.
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Becques tops "Child Friendly" contest
A 7-man Evaluation Team conducted an assessment among four barangays of the town
last June 26, 2007, to determine the "highly recommended" barangay which will
serve as the "show window" on the forthcoming Provincial and Regional Validation
for the 2007 Presidential Awards for the Most Child-Friendly Municipality/City.
These said barangays were : Becques, Libtong, Bimmanga and Lacong. They were
assessed and evaluated by Mr. Manuel Dumagpi, ABC President Alicia Lorena, Dr.
Aly John Lopez, Mrs. Milagros Somera, PTCA Federated Presidents Jun Briones and
Eugene Fernandez and Mrs. Delia Dauz, based on the functionality of their
respective Barangay Councils for the Protection of Children and their programs
which benefit and promote the rights and welfare of children.
On the recently concluded assessment, Becques topped the list with an average of
85.025%, making it a "highly recommended barangay" for being Child-Friendly.
Libtong ranked 2nd, Lacong 3rd and Bimmanga in the 4th place.
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Mayor Jun continues journey to all brgys
Mayor Jun continued his "Journey to the 43 Barangays", visiting Dardarat last
June 18, 2007.
The "Journey..." was aggressively launched by Mayor Jun upon his assumption in
2004, where he conducted a consultative meeting to all constituents of the town.
For his 2nd term as Father of the town, he will again visit all barangays,
including schools as basis for his plans and programs from 2007 to 2010.
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Tagudin celebrates Environment Month
The month of June is dubbed as the "Environment Month". In celebration for this,
the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, headed by Mayor Jun led in the uprooting
and potting of "Bittaog" seedlings in four(4) barangays - Tarangotong, Sawat, Pacac and Pudoc West. The Coastal Resource Management Task Force and Barangay
Officials of the concerned barangays likewise helped in the said activity. These
seedlings will later be planted along the riverbanks this coming October.
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Raymart undergoes surgery
On June 12, 2007, Raymart Lagrana of Sawat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, underwent an
operation for his Hernia at the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC)
at San Fernando City, La Union.
Raymart, one of the 62 beneficiaries of the "Adopt A Special Child" project of
the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC) of this
municipality, is the second "special child" to be provided with medical
assistance by the Council, after Stephanie Kyla Lubina of Cabaroan, who was
operated for her Hirschprung Disease earlier this year.
Nieves Lagrana of Barangay Las-ud, a benevolent patron from Canada, financially
supported Raymart's operation, including medicines which were bought after his
operation to ensure his swift recovery.
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SPM Meljohn, SBM-elect Tovera and SBM-elect Atty.
Andaya visit schools
SPM Meljohn Verzosa, together with newly-elected Sangguniang Bayan Members Atty.
Arvin Andaya and Mr. Bernardo Tovera, Jr., visited the schools within the
municipality of Tagudin.
SPM Verzosa wants to have a personal feedback on the actual conditions of
schools, teachers, pupils and their facilities in order for him to bring these
issues and concerns to the Provincial level. On the other hand, the
newly-elected Sangguniang Bayan members also wants to have direct contact and
feedback to prepare and equip them for their role as a public servants.
Tagudin's SK Federated President gave boxes of chalk to all the teachers as his
token of gratitude for their vital role in moulding pupils and students and for
being an instrument towards the attainment their goals.
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Mayor Jun takes journey to all schools
Mayor Jun again set another record as he personally visited all 28 public and
private pre-school, elementary, high school, college and technical/vocational
schools in Tagudin in his "Journey to the Schools". According to the School
Heads and teaching staff, who were very much grateful for his visit, this is the
1st time in the history of Tagudin that a Local Chief Executive personally
visited them to see their actual plight and conditions and most importantly, to
listen to all their concerns.
Prior to his visit, Mayor Jun, before the start of classes put a streamer in
every school with the following text:
"Welcome Back to School: Future Leaders of Tagudin".
This, according to him would inspire in every pupil and student his/her ambition
to succeed, and to strive in order to reach his/her goal.
In his visit to all the schools, he first attended their Flag Ceremony, then
gave an inspirational message emphasizing the importance of education saying :
...ti edukasyon isu ti kapapatgan nga gameng...(education is the most important
treasure..)..." stating further his experiences before he finally attained his
present stature, and that EDUCATION is one among his 12 Flagship Programs.
In order to inspire them further, he left to each pupil/student a symbolic gift
: a pencil and a sharpener, for to him a sharpener symbolizes the "sharpening"
of minds and a pencil the retention of things learned and written.
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Tagudinians rekindle independence Day spirit
The Local Government Unit and residents of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur joined in the
nationwide celebration of our country's 109th Independence Day with the theme: "Sama-sama
tayo tungo sa pag-asenso".
Tagudinians, led by SPM Meljohn Verzosa, representative of Mayor Jun led in the
"Wreath Laying and Tree Planting" activities. This celebration started with a
program where the singing of national anthem and other "makabayan" songs. SPM
Meljohn delivered the message of Mayor Jun which gave emphasis on the importance
of independence as an instrument for progress and our roles contributory to its
attainment.
After the program was the "wreath Laying" to Dr. Jose Rizal, our National Hero,
then the distribution of seedlings, then the "Tree Planting" activity at Tagudin
Controlled Dumpsite in Cabulanglangan.
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Newly-elected officials thank Tagudinians
Tagudin's newly-elected officials led by Mayor Jun and Vice-Mayor "Tabako"
thanked all Tagudinians for their trust and support during their "Thanksgiving
Party" held last June 7, 2007 at the Municipal Auditorium.
More than three thousand Tagudinians gathered to witness and share the spirit of
joy and gratitude of all officials, who in their messages expressed their
earnest gratitude to everyone.
Stand-up comedians, Joy and Waby from the famous "The Library" hosted the event.
After the program was a sumptuous lunch shared by everybody, where the Mayor's
wife, Madam Evangeline Verzosa, personally assisted in the food preparation and
in welcoming guests and visitors. Simultaneous with it is the entertainment
portion where a videoke was provided for all who wanted to showcase their
singing prowess.
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LGU personnel visits Batac
Tagudin Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz, Market Inspector Emanuel Ringor,
Information Officer Claudine Valdez and Revenue Collection Officer Levita Hadlos,
visited Mayor Jesus Nalupta of Batac, Ilocos Norte for a "Lakbay Aral",
specifically for their Public Market.
This "Lakbay Aral" aims to gather information/data to be used as inputs for the
ongoing establishment of Tagudin Public Market along the National Highway at
Brgy. Del Pilar.
The mayor personally accompanied the group as they visited the 4.3 hectare
market of the town, soon to be a City in 2008. During the tour/visit, Mayor
Nalupta also showed the group the other significant establishments in their town
which contributes to their growth and development - Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas,
the 300-hectare MMMSU, the MMM Hospital and Medical Center (Tertiary Hospital),
commercial banks, cooperatives, and various government offices, all located
within their 7-hectare property. Mayor Jesus likewise gave all the information
necessary during the interview. He even called for the personnel of the Economic
Enterprise to answer questions and give additional inputs.
To Mayor Jesus Nalupta of Batac, Ilocos Norte and to all his support staff, ti
naimpusoan nga panagyaman mi kadakayo apo!
Indeed, Batac is a town reflective of their battlecry : "Aramid Pakakitaan".
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Bio cagers dunk 2nd inter-barangay cluster tourney
The Championship Game between Bio and Dardarat Basketball Teams was held May 30,
2007 at the Municipal Auditorium, where Bio Basketball Team emerged as the
Champions.
In the 3rd place is Barangay Bitalag and Cabulanglangan in the 4th.
Mayor Jun, together with SK Federated VP Julie Ann Figuracion and the members of
the Technical Committee for this activity awarded the winners.
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Fisherfolks attend coastal resource management seminar
In celebration of the "Month of the Ocean", the Municipal Task Force on Coastal
Resources Management(MTF-CRM) of Tagudin forefronted by Mayor Jun conducted a
Seminar-Workshop on CRM-PCRA with the theme: "Enriching Awareness of Coastal
Communities through CRM-PCRA" at Barangay Sawat, May 24-25, 2007.
This seminar/workshop was initiated and participated by the MTF-CRM together
with residents/fisherfolks. The MTF-CRM is composed of:
Team Leader-Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile, OIC-MPDC
Assistant Team Leader-Mr. Florante Lacasandile, OIC-Municipal Agriculturist
Fishery Coordinator-Mr. Edgar Labiano, Agricultural Technologist
Members:
1. Hon. Neopito Galang-SB Chairman on Environment
2. Ms. Aiza Marie Lazaga-Environmental Mgmt. Specialist
3. Mr. Paulino Acosta-Fisheries & Aquatic Resources Mgmt. Council
4. Mr. Manuel Dumagpi-Municipal Interior Local Government Operations Officer
5. PI Rolando Battulayan-Chief of Police, PNP-Tagudin
6. Mrs. Delia Dauz-Federated NGO President
7. Hon. Alicia Lorena - Association of Barangay Captains President
8. Representative from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
9. Representative from the Department of Environment & Natural Resources
Guest speakers for this affair include: For.Darwin Ablang, Coastal Marine and
Management Division of the DENR-Protected Areas, Wildlife and Coastal Zone
Management Service, For. Nelson Abella, CRM Coordinator for Ilocos Sur, BFAR,
Mr. Belmor Bugaoan, Coordinator CRM BFAR, Ms. Girlie Gabor, Aquaculturist, Mr.
Leodigario Abarra, Aquaculturist, Jonnifer Rapajo, Technical Staff and Prof.
Valentino V. Prado, Director, Center for CRM of DMMMSU North La Union Campus.
Participants were barangay officials of Sawat, Pacac and Tarangotong,
fisherfolks and some LGU staff.
The objectives of this activity are:
1. To be able to enrich the understanding of community stakeholders and
fisherfolks about CRM-Participatory Coastal Resource Assessment;
2. To be able to determine the importance of existing coastal resources;
3. To be able to preserve and conserve existing coastal resources;
4. To be able to prevent illegal fishing activities of fisherfolks; and
5. To be able to restore the formation of coral reefs and other coastal marine
resources.
Topics discussed were on mangroves, seagrass, fishes and coral reefs. Mayor Jun
in his message during the seminar, expressed his support for this project,
Environmental Protection and Awareness, being one of his 12 Flagship Programs.
The second day was on field practicum on gathering data on the coastal resources
of Sawat: 1. Coral and Fish Assessment (Manta Tow from Libtong to Sawat Coast),
2. Interview and Diagramming, 3. Transect Walk/Seagrass/Mangrove Assessment, and
4. Mapping.
As a result of the activities, each group presented their assessments reports to
all. Group discussions and questioning followed to validate and improve reports.
With these, residents and fisherfolks hopes that soonest, a "Fish Sanctuary" be
established in their areas.
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ASAP Chess Tourney '07 lauds winners
The 3rd Tikanlu Festival Tagudin Open ASAP Chess Tournament 2007 had its
Championship Games and Awarding last May 26, 2007 at the Municipal Hall.
Following were the winners in the different categories:
Category 1 - Open to all ages
Champion-Ronald Andaya of Candon City, Ilocos Sur
1st Runner-up-Belsar Valencia of San Fernando City, La Union
2nd Runner-up-Mario Foronda of Candon City, Ilocos Sur
3rd Runner-up-Joel Rosqueta of Narvacan, Ilocos Sur
4th Runner-up-John Paul Lucena of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Category 2 - Below 16 years old
Champion-Paulo Allen Balbin of Candon City, Ilocos Sur
1st Runner-up-Jimima Valdez of Narvacan, Ilocos Sur
2nd Runner-up-Jason James Balbin of Candn City, Ilocos Sur
3rd Runner-up-Generose Razo of Candon City, Ilocos Sur
4th Runner-up-Neil Valdez of Suyo, Ilocos Sur
Special Awards:
Best Lady Performer-Generose Razo, Candon City, Ilocos Sur
Best Above 50 years old Performer-Floro Flores, Candon City, Ilocos Sur
Best Below 10 years old Performer-Diana Cardinas, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Best Tagudinian Performer-John Paul Lucena
Mayor Jun and the members of the ASAP Tagudin Chess Club headed by its President
Engr. Rolando Godoy awarded the winners with Candon City Information Officer and
Philippine Daily Inquirer contributor Mr. Leonen Balbin witnessing said affair.
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Tagudin Open ASAP Chess Tournament '07
Mayor Jun and IRAA Champion 2007 Generose Razo of Tamurong, Candon City, Ilocos
Sur did the ceremonial move to formally open the "3rd Tikanlu Festival, Tagudin
Open ASAP Chess Tournament 2007".
There are two categories for the said tournament:
Category 1 - Open for all Ages, with 28 contestants; and
Category 2 - for those below 16 years old, with 16 contestants.
Category 1 is composed of seven(7) rounds and category 2 with five(5) rounds,
both Swiss System.
The ASAP tagudin Chess Club is headed by the following:
President - Engr. Rolando Godoy
Vice-President - Mr. Daniel Cardenas
Secretary - Mr. Victor Lamadrid
Treasurer - Mr. Alan Lardizabal
Business Manager - Mr. Jovito Lagarteja
Auditor - Ms. Cora Leal
Public Relations Officer - Mr. Rommel Dauz
Board of Directors:
Major Romualdo Gapasin, Sr. (ret.)
Mr. Jose Lucero
Mr. Nelson Lamadrid
Mr. Laureano Lorenzana
Mr. Severino Villamar
Engr. Edmund Fabia
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Tagudinians help clean coastlines
In connection with the National Celebration on the "Month of the Oceans" with
the theme: "Enriching Awareness of Coastal Communities Through CRM-PCRA" in
relation to the National theme: "Living Ocean Saves Life: Conserve It!", the
Municipal Task Force on Coastal Resource Management(CRM) initiated the conduct
of a Coastal and Estuary Clean-up, May 23, 2007 at barangays Sawat, Pacac and
Tarangotong.
This activity was participated by the barangay officials and fisherfolks of the
three barangays, members of the Task Force on CRM, LGU Employees in preparation
for the Seminar Workshop on CRM-PCRA to be held on May 24-25, 2007 at Sawat,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.
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Hollow blocks making launched
The Launching Program for DepEd, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur District, Alternative
Learning System(ALS) Literacy Service Contracting Scheme was held May 24, 2007
at Tagudin Central School.
Said ALS will benefit thirty one (1) out-of-school youths of Tagudin from
barangays Del Pilar, Lacong, Quirino and Pallogan.
Mayor Jun was the Keynote Speaker who, in his message, expressed his support for
the said program, livelihhod and the Youth being two of his 12 Flagship
Programs. He also encouraged all participants to make the best of this training
since it will benefit them and their families income-wise.
Dr. Rogelio Galat, Schools Division Superintendent of Ilocos Sur, represented by
Ms. Digna Natura, Education Supervisor I in ALS and Ms. Carmen Centeno, Chief,
ALS Division of the Regional Office I represented by Dr. Luzviminda De Guzman,
Regional Supervisor in ALS, both gave their messages regarding the
impelementation of this program.
Also, during this Launching Program, Officers and Schools ALS Coordinators took
their oath and towards the end of the program, Mayor Jun handed over PhP
55,000.00 worth of tools and equipment for hollow blocks making.
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Cluster Clash Battle of the Champions opens
The opening games of the "Cluster Clash Battle of the Champions" had its opening
games last May 20, 2007. Said games are for the Tagudinian youth ages 15 years
old and below.
Seven(7) teams will compete in these games:
1. Cabulanglangan
2. Dardarat
3. Quirino
4. Bitalag
5. Lubnac
6. Bio
7. Sawat
There were three sets of games during this said opening:
Game 1 - Cabulanglangan vs Dardarat - Winner:Dardarat
Game 2 - Quirino vs Bitalag - Winner:Bitalag
Game 3 - Lubnac vs Bio - Winner:Bio
Games will continue until the end of May.
The Committee for this activity is composed of:
Chairperson - SKF Vice-President Julie Ann Figuracion
Members:
1. Mr. Noel Lorente
2. Mr. Albert Labitoria
3. Mr. Jun Agas
4. Cluster Heads:
a. Mr. Ariel Quintay
b. Brgy. Kgd. Dante Collado
c. Mr. Joseph Labador
d. Mr. Gerry Manzano
e. Mr. Florendo Leal, Jr.
f. Mr. Alfredo Alcantara
g. Mr. Jose Acosta
5. Mr. Edmond Somera
6. Mr. Jovito Somera
Secretariat : Mr. Romualdo R. Gapasin, Sr.
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Familia Maestre i Pera Andorra's room, inaugurated
Coinciding with the celebration of Southern Ilocos Sur District's Hospital's (SISDH)
"Hospital Day" on May 8, 2007, was the inauguration of the Familia Maestre i
Pera Andorra's Room of the said hospital. This is a private room with amenities
- air conditioning unit, television set, refrigerator and with private bath,
donated by the "Familia Maestre i Pera".
Cutting the inaugural ribbon was Mayor Jun assisted by the parents of the
donors, Mr. & Mrs. Agustin Orbano Pera. The donor, Patricia Maestre i Pera, was
a former midwife this hospital, now happily married to Italian National Josep
Antoni Maestre Pal. The donors personally supervised the completion of the room.
Due to the improvements of the Hospital Facilities made possible by the
donations of many kindhearted citizens such as the Familia Maestre i Pera,
constituents are confident of the capabilities of SISDH as an institution of
providing quality health care.
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3rd TIKANLU FESTIVAL, TAGUDIN TOWN FIESTA 2007
MAY 1-6, 2007
"Tinubong", Kankanen" and "Lubi-lubi" (TiKanLu) Festival is a festive
celebration geared to underscore the significance of highlighting Tagudinians'
ingenuity and Tagudin's rich cultural heritage within the context of its unique
traditional rice cake delicacies, Tagudin-Orig Tinubong, Kankanen and Lubi-lubi.
In highlighting our cultural heritage, Tagudinians will be able to claim a
shared history, valuing what they have experienced together, cherishing a past
that has made us ONE-Tagudin.
This year 2007, Tagudin celebrated its 3rd Tikanlu Festival, from May 1-6, 2007
with a variety of activities, day and night, to keep Tagudinians and visitors in
festive mood.
Tagudin's 3rd Tikanlu Festival theme is "Tubayen Naimbag A Kababalin, Agbiag Ti
Tagudin".
>>>Click here to view Tikanlu Festival 2007 Site
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GMANEWS.tv features Tikanlu 2007
>>>Click here to watch video
>>>Click here to view photos
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Tagudin chooses new leaders
Per results of the Certificate of Canvass of Votes and Proclamation of the
Winning Candidates for Municipal Offices issued by the Commission on Elections,
dated May 14, 2007, following are the winners in Tagudin's Local Offices:
Mayor - Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.
Vice Mayor - Rogelio A. Lorenzana
Municipal Councilor:
1. Arvin P. Andaya
2. Elisa Q. Bonuan
3. Bernardo F. Tovera, Jr.
4. Maria Theresa L. Laranang
5. Rodolfo L. Leal
6. Nelson V. Cuaresma
7. Neopito L. Galang
8. Fatima L. Pagaduan
Winning candidates were proclaimed May 16, 2007 by the Municipal Board of
Canvassers composed of Ms. Janita C. Brillo as Chairman, Ms. Adelaida Corpuz as
Vice-Chairman and Dr. Buenafe Medrano as Member Secretary.
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Philippines' 1st WCF Room opens in Tagudin
The Woman & Child-Friendly (WCF) Room in a Police Station, the first in the
Philippines, was installed at the Tagudin Police Station and was inaugurated and
blessed last May 7, 2007. This was made possible through the coordination of
Tagudin PNP Chief, PI Rolando Y. Battulayan and staff and the Chief of Violence
Against Women and Children Division (VAWCD), NBI – Manila, Atty. Angelica V.
Somera.
Said WCF Room was sponsored by the officers and members of the Hawaii
Tagudinians Association (HTA). This affair was witnessed and graced by some
personnel and staff of NBI Manila, NBI La Union, representatives of HTA, Mayor
Jun Verzosa and some LGU-Tagudin staff together with the personnel of Police
Provincial Office led by the Guest of Honor and Speaker, Police Provincial
Director, PSS George T. Regis (DSC).
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Tagudin celebrates "Earth Day'
In line with Proclamation No. 553 designating April 22 as Philippine Earth Day,
officials and employees of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin led by Mayor
Jun, gathered on that day at the Amburayan Riverbed to pick up stones and
boulders to be used for the ongoing construction of the Leachate Pan of Tagudin
Controlled Dumpsite.
Prior to the stone picking was a short program held at Bio Barangay Hall and as
early at 6:30 am, the stone and boulder picking activity started. Stones and
boulders gathered were brought by Municipal Dumptrucks at Cabulanglangan, where
the Dumpsite is located.
The national theme for this celebration is : "Stewardship-in-Action".
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27 shed blood for a cause
Twenty seven (27) volunteers donated blood for the April ASAP Blood Donors
Program conducted at the Municipal Auditorium last April 19, 2007. Donors came
from the different barangays of the town. These will go the town's stockpile at
the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC) at San Fernando City, La
Union, for future use of Tagudinians.
The ASAP Blood Donors Program was made possible through the joint efforts of the
LGU, ITRMC, Association of Barangay Captains and Health Workers.
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Nieves Lagrana adopts Raymart
The Adopt A special Program of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin caters to
the 3rd Degree Malnourished and Special children of the town. Beneficiaries of
this project are shown in the towns website: www.tagudin.gov.ph, including the
mechanics on how to "adopt" any of these children.
Another kindhearted Tagudinian, Ms. Nieves Lagrana of Toronto, Canada, upon
surfing the website and reading the "Adopt A Special Child" portion, expressed
her desire via email to sponsor Raymart, Darryl and Reynald Lagrana in December
4 of 2006. One them, Raymart needs financial assistance for the operation of his
hernia.
Since then, Ms. Lagrana has kept in touch with Mayor Jun for the case of Raymart.
He (Raymart) has then been brought for medical examinations - to Dr. Elaine
Andaya, a Pediatrician and to the Ilocos Region Medical Center in San Fernando
City, La Union. Per result of the examinations conducted, Raymart's condition is
not yet very critical, but needs operation to stop the growth of his hernia.
They suggested that he be operated during the summer vacation so as not to
disrupt his schooling. Because of this, Ms. Lagrana promised to the Mayor that
she will sponsor the cost of his operation, medicines and other incidental
expenses.
True to her word, on April 20, 2007, she personally came to the Office of Mayor
Jun to hand over the PhP 15,000.00 to Miss Corazon Villanueva, MSWD, for
Raymart's operation.
To Ms. NIeves Lagrana, our sincere and profound gratitude. More power and
Godbless!
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RHU Tagudin gets recognition
The Rural Health Unit of Tagudin received a Plaque of Recognition for being
chosen as "Outstanding NTP DOTS Facility in Region I", Rural Health Unit
Category for its valuable and untiring support in the implementation of DOTS
strategy in the Philippines.
This plaque was awarded to Dr. Aly John Lopez, Municipal Health Officer, last
April 19, 2007 by Dr. Edwin V. Monis, Chief Health Operation Divion, Ms. Myla
Ranches, PA and Ms. Irene Madonna Almeida,Nurse III, of the Center of Health
Development, DOH, San Fernando City, La Union.
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Tagudin gets CSC accreditation
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin was accredited LEVEL II by the Civil
Service Commision last April 11, 2007 pursuant to CSC Resolution No. 070302. The
LGU was granted the "Authority to Take Final Action on Appointments" subject to
the terms and condition provided for in the said resolution.
Resolution No. 070302 was signed last February 19, 2007 by CSC Chairman Karina
Constantino-David, Commissioners Cesar D. Buenaflor, Mary Ann Fernandez-Mendoza
and attested by Judith D. Chicano, Director IV, Commission Secretariat and
Liason Office, CSC.
In the Installation Program prior to the awarding of such Accrediation, Dir.
Bienvenida Ragucos of CSC San Fernando City, La Union and Dir. Hedy Jose
Lardizabal of CSC Provincial Office, discussed and explained the provisions of
the resolution to the officials and employees.
Also, during the program, Dir. Lardizabal, who hails from Tagudin expressed his
satisfaction and happiness because of the fulfillment of his dream that Tagudin
be given this accreditation. Also, Mayor Jun in his message foremost thanked the
LGU family for their support and enjoined everybody to be one for the successful
implementation of this accreditation.
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LGU employees, officials celebrate personnel's day
Employees and officials of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin celebrated its
quarterly "Salu-salo" last April 12, 2007 highlighted by the recognition and
gift-giving of all birthday celebrants from January to April. Mayor Jun,
together with all members of the Municipal Council handed the gifts to all
celebrants.
After the short program was a "Salu-salo", where everyone shared in a sumptous
snack, which too is in thanksgiving and celebration for Tagudin, being earlier
accredited by the Civil Service Commission.
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Judge Roque M. Verzosa, Jr. scholar is cum laude
ANABEL J. LUCENA of Magsaysay, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur graduates as CUM LAUDE at the
Far Eastern University on April 16, 2007.
Anabel is a FULL SCHOLAR of Judge Roque M. Verzosa, Sr. Scholarship Foundation,
being presently chaired by Mayor Jun.
She graduated from the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College last 1999 and
enrolled in a Computer Course at Macro Computer Center, Vigan City. However,
because of financial constraints, she was unable to finish her course and
stopped for 2 years from 2000 to 2002.
Fortunately in 2002, with the help of Judge Roque M. Verzosa, Sr. Scholarship
Foundation, which too started its initial year of operation on the said year,
Anabel applied and passed the qualifying examinations administered thereby
making her eligible as a FULL SCHOLAR with the following benefits: full tuition
fee and miscellaneous expenses, book allowances, boarding fees and other
incidental fees. She enrolled at Far Eastern University with the degree Bachelor
of Science in Accountancy.
With her earnest desire to finish her degree, she consistently had been a Dean’s
Lister from 2002 and this April of 2007, she was adjudged as CUM LAUDE.
In her courtesy call to Mayor Jun, April 10, 2007, she expressed her profound
gratitude for his support and pledged to her best in the upcoming review for the
Board Examinations for Certified Public Accountants this coming October 2007.
Said Scholarship Foundation will shoulder all expenses for her review and Board
Examinations.
When asked about her future plans, Anabel said that she will foremost give her
best during the review for her to pass the Board Examinations. After which, she
plans to work in order for her to help her parents and her two younger brothers
and sister.
To Anabel, our prayers for your success, and may your story serve as an
inspiration to others…….
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Pudoc West Integrated School honors 1st grads
Pudoc West Integrated School, the 1st Public Elementary School integrated with a
secondary level education, held its 1st Closing Exercises last March 30, 2007
together with its Elementary level.
Honor students in its two(2) 1st year classes led by Mylene Aguilan of Pudoc
West were recognized during the said affair. Mayor Jun was the Guest of Honor
and Speaker who emphasized the importance of education and his support for it,
EDUCATION being one of his 12 Flagship Programs.
To date, Pudoc West Integrated School, has 2 2st year classes, and this school
year 2007-2008, it will be holding 2nd year classes, as it is ladderized in its
operations.
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Mayor Jun sets political landmark in town
At exactly 12:10 am of March 30, 2007, for the 1st time in the history of
Tagudin, it was officially declared by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC-Tagudin)
that there is only ONE(1) official candidate for the toWn's Mayoralty Race -
ROQUE "JUN" SUPNET VERZOSA, JR.
Other candidates vying for the different local positions are:
Vice-Mayor
1. Onofre Emerito "Ofring" Leal Bayuga
2. Rogelio "Tabako" Acosta Lorenzana
Municipal Councilors
1. Noel Lorenzana Agas
2. Arvin Pawig Andaya
3. Juan de Dios "Johnny" Casta Andaya
4. Ricardo "Cardo" Magpali Andaya
5. Fernando "Pando" Enojas Benliro
6. Elisa "Ely" Queppet Bunoan
7. Arturo "Arthur" Gonzales Chua, Jr.
8. Nelson Villanueva Cuaresma
9. Ricardo "Carding" Laranang Dela Cruz
10. Eugene "Pops" Labitoria Fernandez
11. Mariano "4-jays" Fajardo Fernandez
12. Neopito "Peping" Lemi Galang
13. Elita "Lita" Fajardo Itable
14. Maria Theresa "Thess" Lutrania Laranang
15. Rodolfo "Rudy" Leal Leal
16. Yolanda "Yoly" Legaspi Leal
17. Jose "Joe" Lodia Lodia, Jr.
18. Ireneo "Rey" Bautista Lorena
19. Rodrigo "Odding" Galdonez Lorena
20. Claude Bravo Mina
21. Fatima "Faty" Lardizabal Pagaduan
22. Jose "Jr" Mique Ramos, Jr.
23. Bernardo "Ondong" Fulgencio Tovera, Jr.
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CSC conduct workshop on service guides preparation
The Civil Service Commission Provincial Office, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur,
conducted a one-day workshop on Service Guides Preparation for the cluster
municipalities of Tagudin. Alilem, Sugpon, Suyo, Sta. Cruz, Sta. Lucia, Quirino
and Cervantes.
Said workshop was held at Mayor Jun's residence in Bucao East last March 30,
2007.
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San Miguel barangay road opens
A new barangay road was opened in barangay San Miguel. This said road links the
Barangay Proper to the eastern sitio of the barangay and serves as a convenient
short cut route of residents and visitors from the National highway to the
barangay, vice versa.
This newly-opened road stretches to a total length of 1.5 kilometers. It was
implemented within three(3) days after road clearing to graveling from March 27
to March 29, 2007.
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"Bundles of Joy" for special and malnourished kids
Last March 27, 2007, 120 special children were given gifts by the Municipal
Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC).
Through the 2000 Canadian dollars donation given by the Tagudinians Association
of Canada, said kids were each given a can of milk, vitamins, white oats,
noodles and canned goods. Additional medicines were given to the 62
beneficiaries of the "Adopt A Special Child" Program of the LGU, who are
undergoing medication.
To the Tagudinians Association of Canada, ti naimpusoan nga inkam panagyaman ti
agtultuloy nga suportayo apo!
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HTA elects new officers
Hawaii Tagudinians Associations(HTA) elected its new set of officers for March
2007 to March 2009 during their General Assembly in Pearl Harbor last March 17,
2007.
President: Danilo Licudine, Ph.D.
1st Vice President: Edgar Fernandez, Ll.B
2nd Vice President: Joseph Gascon
Secretary: Emily Capinpin
Treasurer: Glorie Lapitan
Auditor: Wilfredo Wee
Peace Officers:
Erwin Ulpindo
Joven Bayuga
Alfred Bustamante
Prudencio Fabro Jr.
To HTA, Mabuhay and More Power!!!
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Volunteers donate blood
LGU-Tagudin in coordination with the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical
Center(ITRMC), San Fernando City, La Union, Tagudin's Association of Barangay
Captains and Volunteer Health Workers, Southern Ilocos Sur District
Hospital(SISDH) and PNP Regional Mobile Group conducted the ASAP Blood Donor's
Program at the Municipal Auditorium last March 23, 2007.
This blood letting program was able to generate seventy-nine(79) bags different
types of blood from 79 volunteer donors from the different barangays of the
town. These will be deposited at ITRMC as stock pile , which will be later used
by Tagudinians.
Said program is a continuing project of the LGU, and will be done regularly
every month to ensure availability of blood supply to all Tagudinians in need.
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LGU heads meet in Lubnac
Heads of Offices of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin headed by Mayor Jun,
held their monthly executive meeting, for the 1st time, out-of-office, at the
Barangay Hall of Lubnac.
They were welcomed by Lubnac's Barangay's officials led by Brgy. Captain Joe
Lapitan, who expressed, in behalf of all his constituents, their warm welcome to
the group.
In this Executive Meeting, all heads gave their respective department's updates,
issues and concerns so that these could be properly addressed.
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Tagudin feeds malnourished kids
428 malnourished children of Tagudin gathered at the Municipal Auditorium last
March 22, 2007 for the launching of the 120 Days Supplemental Feeding Assistance
Program.
Goods such as white oats, glutinous rice ("malagkit"), biscuits, ovaltine, juice
drinks, skimmed milk, noodles, sugar and cocoa were given to all malnourished
children through their respective Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS), Early
Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Providers and Day Care Workers for their
feeding activity in the barangay level which will start on March 26, 2007 and
will culminate on September 12, 2007.
In addition, a menu was also designed and given to the OMSWDO to help the
service providers prepare easy yet nutritious meals for the undernourished
children.
During the launching, Mayor Jun urged the parents on their support for the
program and to accord their children with proper care. SBM Bunoan, SBM Laranang,
SBM Bayuga, SBM Lodia, SBM Ramos, SBM Galang and SBM Tovera also attended this
affair.
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MCGC conducts final assessment
The Municipal Clean and Green Committee conducted its 3rd and final assessment
for Tagudin's "Search for the Cleanest and Greenest Barangay and Schools" from
March 8 to 21, 2007.
Tagudin's 43 barangays and all public and private elementary schools were
visited, observed and inspected by the said Committee. For the barangays, it was
subdivided into two(2) categories :
Category 1 - Barangays with an Internal Revenue Allotment or IRA of PhP
500,000.00 and below; and
Category 2 - Barangays with an IRA of PhP 500,001.00 and above
Winners in this Search will be awarded during the 3rd Tikanlu Festival, Tagudin
Town Fiesta 2007.
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Jollibee helps clean Tagudin
Jollibee San Fernando City, La Union Branch (fronting the city plaza) came to
Tagudin with their crew and mascot to render community service by means of
cleaning the main roads of the Poblacion area. They were accompanied by the
Municipal Clean and Green Committee as the swept clean Real Street.
After cleaning said area, Jollibee, through Mr. Eldie Domingo, the Store
Manager, donated a single unit of trash bin to the Local Government Unit of
Tagudin thru Mayor Jun.
To all the crew of Jollibee ... ti naimpusoan nga panagyaman mi!
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Day care kids get recognition
Last March 16, 2007, Day Care Pupils from the thirty four(34) Day Care Centers
in the municipality were recognized, making them qualified to avail of formal
education in the next level.
Equipped with the knowledge they acquired from the Day Care Service Program of
the locality under the Office of the MSWD, 542 pupils were awarded their
certificates and ribbons, an emblem of their active participation and attendance
to the Day Care Service.
Joining the Day Care children's parents on this remarkable event were Mayor Jun
and members of the Sangguniang Bayan.
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Corn farmers attend Field Day
The Field Day on "Variety and Fertilizer Trial on Hybrid Corn" was held at
Barangay Tampugo last March 15, 2007.
This said program was participated by Tagudin's local officials headed by Mayor
Jun and members of the Municipal Council. Mrs. Cristina Orine, representative
from the Provincial Agriculture Office and Mr. Constante Botacion, Provincial
Rice Program Coordinator also came to attend the affair and gave valuable
information regarding this agricultural product - corn. Farmers from the
different barangays of the town came to witness this Hybrid Corn Field Day,
where the seven(7) varieties with their corresponding yields were presented
during the program.
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Magsaysay grannies adopt kids
The Senior Citizens of Barangay Magsaysay under the esteemed leadership of Mrs.
Esperanza Las Marias "adopted" four(4) special children who are beneficiaries
under the "Adopt a Special Child" project of the Local Government Unit of
Tagudin and the Municipal Council for the Protection of children.
The 4 "adopted" children were:
1. Althea Mae Manzano of Becques;
2. Dominic Leal of Baritao;
3. Cristina Gorospe of Tampugo; and Ruben Lacasandile of Pudoc East.
They were all provided with goods and clothing by Mrs. Las Marias and the Senior
Citizens roster of Magsaysay.
In the message given by Mayor Jun, he emphasized the need for the
parents/guardians of the recipients not to solely depend on what are being given
but to likewise learn to develop how to fend for themselves - that with the
LGU's help, they also learn to help themselves. With this, the Senior Citizens
group said that they are also very willing to help them start a means of
livelihood.
The MCPC hopes that through this, it would bring change to the lives of all its
beneficiaries making them realize their worth despite of their infirmities.
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ECCD service providers get orientation
43 Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Service Providers had their
orientation on the ECCD Program last March 12, 2007.
This said orientation was given by Mrs. Anniely Ferrer of the DSWD Regional
Office I, San Fernando City, La Union in coordination with MSWDO Miss Corazon
Villanueva. This ECCD Orientation is aimed to equip these service providers with
the proper knowledge and understanding of the ECCD Program and to make them
aware of their roles and duties on the implementation of this program.
Moreover, as co-implementors, through the said forum, all service providers will
be more effective in carrying out their roles, thus, revitalizing the lives of
all beneficiaries of the ECCD Program.
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LGU & TESDA conduct qualifying exams for scholarship
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin in coordination with the Technical
Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Vigan City, Ilocos Sur
conducted a qualifying examination for the Private Education Student Financial
Assistance (PESFA) for all interested graduating high school students and high
school graduates(who have not yet enrolled in any collegiate or
technical/vocational courses), March 14, 2007 at the Municipal Hall.
Mr. Arnel Gallardo, Ms. Remedios Tacadena and Mr.Ernesto Regua, Jr., of TESDA
came to Tagudin to administer said examinations. They were assisted by Mrs.
Claudine Valdez, Information Officer II and CTEC, Ms. Melanie Vergara,
Administrative Aide III and Mr. Jovito Somera, Administrative Aide I. Almost 150
examinees from Tagudin, Suyo, Alilem, Sta. Cruz and Sta. Lucia took the
qualifying examinations. Qualifiers will receive the following benefits:
1. One Year Scholarship Grant in any of the Private schools in Ilocos Sur for
any technical/vocational course;
2. Tuition fee not to excedd PhP 4,500.00 per semester;
3. Miscellaneous allowance of PhP 2,500.00 per semester or PhP 500.00 per month;
and
4. PhP 250.00 book allowance.
This scholarship program is for the less fortunate but deserving students.
Before the examinations, Mayor Jun gave an inspirational message where he
emphasized the importance of education and likewise wished all the examinees
goodluck.
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Tagudin officials join Cebu PCL confab
Tagudin's local elective officials joined in the 2007 End-Term National Assembly
of the Philippine Councilors League at the Cebu International Convention Center
last March 8-10, 2007. Said delegation was headed by Mayor Jun and Vice-Mayor
Peter with Municipal Councilors Hon. Elisa Bunoan, Hon. Onofre Emerito Bayuga,
Hon. Rodrigo Lorena, Hon.Neopito Galang, Hon. Jose Lodia, Hon. Jose Ramos, Hon.
Bernardo Tovera, Jr., and ABC President Alicia Lorena as well as SB Secretary
Geronimo Lastimoza, Mrs. Anna Agustina Nazarro (Local Legislative Staff Officer
II) and Miss Merilyn Somera (Administrative Assistant II).
Tagudin's delegation intermingled with about 10,000 city and municipal
councilors throughout the country who assembled in such historic site which was
the venue of the just concluded 12th ASEAN Summit. During the assembly, which
was keynoted by no less than Her Excellency President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,
the councilors were recognized for their indispensable role in the much desired
progress of their respective local government units, in fact, the entire
assembled body witnessed the conferment of Local Legislative Awards in its
maiden implementation by the Philippine Councilors League.
It will be well-remembered that the Sangguniang Bayan of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, in
separate assessments previously undertaken by the Provincial and Regional Award
Committees, garnered 1st place in the provincial level and 2nd place in the
regional level in the 1st-3rd class municipalities for which reason the
municipal leadership as well as the present composition and staff of the
Sanggunian headed for such delegation to Cebu.
At that affair, the senatorial candidates of "Team Unity" were also given due
respect by the Philippine Councilors League which included our very own Governor
Luis "Chavit" Singson of the province of Ilocos Sur.
Also, the town's delegation was accorded the wholesome opportunity to personally
view the various tourist spots in Cebu.
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ABC goes to Tagaytay
On the evening of February 27, 2007, the Association of Barangay Captains (ABC)
headed by Mayor Jun, ABC President Alicia Lorena and MLGO Manuel Dumagpi,
assembled at the Municipal Hall for their "Lakbay Aral" to Tagaytay City.
Tagaytay City's officials and employees welcomed our town's delegates, and even
played their drum and bugle. They were then directed to their Conference Room at
the St. Michael Administration Building for an orientation.
In behalf of their City Mayor, Hon. Abraham Tolentino, Mr. Rudy Ancheta, his
Executive Assistant greeted the delegates and expressed the Mayor's sincere
appreciation for their visit and to have chosen Tagaytay as venue for their "Lakbay
Aral". The orientation was composed of lectures and information on their plans,
programs and projects. Hon. Patricio Pello, Tagaytay City's ABC shared to the
group the importance of participation and cooperation among and between
themselves in the achievement of their goals and in their relationship with the
City Government.
One of the highlights of the orientation was when Mr. Joan Regis, OIC of the
Character Office talked about the Character Programs of the City, as Tagaytay is
known as the 1st Character City of the Philippines. Also, Mr. Carlos Suñiga of
the City Planning Office and Mr. Joselito Laguardia of the Agriculture Office
discussed their respective programs and projects.
Equipped with all these information and knowledge, Tagudin's ABC with Mayor Jun
and Mr. Dumagpi, expressed their gratitude for their assistance and support,
with the hope of applying what they have learned for the good of Tagudin.
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Stephanie undergoes last operation
Stephanie Kayle Lubina, a beneficiary of the Adopt A Special Program of the LGU,
underwent her 3rd and last operation last February 28, 2007.
Stephanie, diagnosed to have Hirchsprung Disease, had already undergone two(2)
major operations – the 1st last December 19, 2000, known as COLOSTOMY, and the
2nd, called the “PULL-THROUGH OPERATION”, was last November 8, 2006.
Her 3rd and last operation was the CLOSURE OF THE COLOSTOMY last February 28,
2007 at the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center with Dr. Martinez as her
Physician and Dr. Cesar Bernabe as Consulting Physician. The operation lasted
for almost 3 hours and was declared successful at about 11:00 am of that same
day. Stephanie stayed until March 7, 2007 at the said hospital and finished all
her medications. She was released March 8, 2007.
To all the donors and sponsors – Tagudinians of Greater Vancouver, Tagudinians
of Southern California and Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Ladi - Thank you very much!
More power and Godbless!
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Bagulin goat raisers visit Tagudin
Traditionally, goat raising has been common to barangay folks with the practice
of tethering ("wayway system"). They bring the goats early in the morning to the
fields to graze, then bring them back to their shelter in the late afternoon.
This method is widely practiced among goat raisers, up to now, not knowing that
tethering early in the morning is harmful to their animals because parasites are
still at the upper portion of the leaves of grasses and the goats could easily
eat them up while grazing. These parasites will cause scouring, liverflukes and
other parasitic diseases especially during rainy season which greatly affect the
health of the animals.
It is in this juncture that the Local Government of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, through
the initiative of Mayor Jun, coordinated with the Department of Agriculture, RFU
I, San Fernando City, La Union,conducted the Farmer Livestock School on
Integrated Goat Management to the different barangays to educate goat raisers.
This training helps the raisers to improve their management system and contibute
a lot in the success of this endeavor.
Last February 21, 2007, 24 goat raisers from the town of Bagulin in La union,
came to Tagudin for a "Lakbay Aral". They were very much impressed on the
upgraded stocks of Mrs. Crispina Areola, the Barangay Chairman of Baracbac and
also with those of Mr. Federico Villanueva, another goat raiser from Cabugbugan
regarding his feeding formulations.
Tagudin, now ranks second (2nd) in the entire Region I in terms of goat
production.
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LGU officials, employees observe Ash Wednesday
Officials and employees of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, came together
for the imposition of ashes on their forehead, February 21, 2007 at the
Municipal Hall at around 4:30 in the afternoon. This is in observance of "Ash
Wednesday" which marks the start of the Holy Week.
SB Secretary, Mr. Geronimo Lastimoza, being a Lay Minister, led the Prayer
Service before the imposition of ashes.
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Tagudinians of Canada donate for special kids, scholars
The Tagudinians Of Canada, through its President Mr. Gerardo Leal and wife
Norma, donated 2,000 Canadian dollars to the Local Government Unit of Tagudin,
specifically for its program, Adopt a Special Child (for special and
malnourished children).
Also, three of the beneficiaries of the Adopt A Child Program were given
financial assistance:
1. Stephanie Kyla Lubina - Hirschssprung Disease - 200 Canadian Dollars
2. Marjorie Portillas - 3rd Degree Malnourished - 200 Canadian Dollars
3. Ayessa Mae Lozano - Harelipped and with Epilepsis - 200 Canadian Dollars
4. The late Jerlene Angeli Lapitan - Hydranencephaly - 135 Canadian Dollars
All beneficiaries of the Adopt a Special Child Program were invited at the
town's hall. They witnessed the giving of the said donation. With the blessing
of Mr. and Mrs. Leal, said 2,000 Canadian dollars will be used to purchase food
commodities and vitamins, which will given to all the beneficiaries.
Mayor Jun, in his message, expressed his gratitude and sincere appreciation to
the Association. However, the Mayor also stressed to all beneficiaries, that
though various forms of assistance come from the LGU and Tagudinians abroad,
like Tagudinians of Canada, they still should learn and develop to stand on
their own feet - as this will be their family foundation in their life and
future. Likewise, all beneficiaries and their parents/guardians thanked them for
their invaluable contribution and assistance. Mr. Leal too, gave a message in
behalf of the Association - that it is the earnest desire of Tagudinians of
Canada to help Tagudin in the best way they can and that he is indeed very happy
to see that their donation will be of help to their fellow Tagudinians.
To the Tagudinians of Canada - Mabuhay and more power! May your kindness return
to you a millionfold!
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"Oplan type kita"
Last February 14, 2007, the LGU of Tagudin - its officials and department heads
in coordination with the Association of Barangay Captains, Volunteer Health
Workers, Public Health Service and the Ilocos Training Regional Medical
Center(ITRMC), held blood typing and blood letting activities at the Municipal
Auditorium dubbed as "Oplan Type Kita".
201 constituents from the 43 barangays availed of the blood typing services.
46 bags were collected from Tagudinian donors. These were deposited with the
ITRMS for future use of Tagudinians.
Mayor Jun and SBM Jose Ramos, Jr. (SB Chair, Committee on Health) both gave
their messages and expressed in their messages their support for this program,
as HEALTH is one among the 12 Flagship Programs of the present administration.
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ISPSC celebrates 9th charter foundation
The Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, College of Teacher Education
celebrated its 9th Charter Celebration (campus celebration), February 21, 2007
with a series of activities - Thanksgiving Mass, program, awarding of student
achievers, laro ng lahi and employees recognition. Highlight of the said
celebration is the repeat performance of the "Pep Squad" with "Tikanlu" as
motif.
Mayor Jun was the Guest of Honor and Speaker. In his message, he encouraged the
whole studentry to participate in curricular activities and expressed the
support of the Local Government to the school, education, being one of his 12
Flagship Programs. Municipal councilors Onofre Bayuga, Neopito Galang, Jose
Lodia, Jr. and Bernardo Tovera, Jr. likewise graced said affair with their
presence.
The theme of this celebration is "Pursuing, Reinvigorating and Empowering for
Excellence".
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NMIS meet Tagudin meat vendors
LGU-Tagudin through the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist and in
coordination with the National Meat Inspection Service Regional Office,
conducted a Meat Handlers meeting last January 30, 2007 at the Municipal Hall.
It was attended by meat vendors, butchers and some Municipal employees. The
purpose of the said meeting is to give continuous education on proper meat
handling and to update them on the new laws governing meat inspection.
The meeting started with Dr. Lily F. Payabyab, Head of Plant Operation and
Inspection Division of the NMIS Region, who discussed the Overview of
Ante-Mortem and Post-Mortem Inspection of Food Animals and the reasons of
condemnation and confiscation, etc.
An open forum was likewise held where the participants raised questions which
were answered by Dir. Gildo P. Fabros, Regional Technical Director, NMIS, Region
I. He also presented and explained important provisions of Municipal Ordinance
Number 001, s2006 also known as "Prescribing Meat Inspection Rules and
Regulations of the ASAP Tagudin Mun. Abattoir", since said Ordinance was based
on the NMIS Adm. Order No. 6, s1975.
Mayor Jun ended the meeting with his message expressing his gratitude to all
participants for their continuous support to his programs, as well as the NMIS
Region I staff for the conduct of the said meeting. He also emphasized the
importance of cooperation among meat handlers for the good of our slaughterhouse
and for the safety of meat being sold to consumers.
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Jardinians abroad donate for their barangay
Through the initiative of Ex-Brgy. Captain of Jardin, Ms. Emilia Agatep, and in
response to the letter of solicitation posted by the Jardin's Barangay officials
in the town's website, US$625 and PhP 200.00 was turned over to Jardin's Brgy.
officials headed by Brgy. Captain Cosme Manzano, February 7, 2007. Said amount
was solicited by the Ms. Agatep from Jardinians abroad to be used for
realization of the barangay's projects. This turnover was witnessed by Mayor
Jun.
The donors include Elen Miana, Manuel Lamorena, Victor Agatep, Renato Dauz,
Apolinario Aragon, Enrique Dauz, and Patricio Dauz.
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PNP-Tagudin moves to new home
The inauguration and blessing ceremonies for the PNP-Tagudin new building was
held last February 2, 2007. It was also the same date when all PNP personnel
moved in to their "new home".
Said occasion was graced by Police Director General Jose Cera Salvacion as the
Guest of Honor and Speaker. Highlights of this affair include the ceremonnial
ribbon-cutting and the unveiling of the building's marker as an emblem for its
occupancy by Police Director General Salvacion and Mayor Jun. Other dignataries
include: PS Supt George Tolentino Regis(PSC), the Provincial Director of Ilocos
Sur PPO, 503rd Infantry Brigade of the Philippine Army, LtCol Harold Cabreros,
Commanding Officer, 501B, PA, PS Supt Marvin C. Bolabola, Regional Chief, IRICDU,
PS Supt Romeo Dasalla Espiritu (DSC), Deputy Regional Commander for Operations,
Ps Supt Leopoldo Nalupa Bataoil, Regional Director,PRO, and staff, Officers,
Chief of Police and PNP personnel of Ilocos Sur PPO, Pastor Henry Pasion, Rev.
Severino Ruiz, heads of National Line Agencies and schools, Association of
Barangay Captains, NGOs and LGU personnel.
The new PNP building is situated at Brgy. Del Pilar. It is being manned by
twenty one (21) policemen under the leadership of Police Inspector Rolando
Yambalia Battulayan.
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Clean & Green group inspects brgys, schools
LGU-Tagudin through its Municipal Clean and Green Committee (MCGC) conducted its
2nd round of assessment as part of its Search for the Cleanest and Greenest
Barangay and School (Public and Private) from January 22 to February 1, 2007.
This is in relation to Mayor Jun's Flagship Program on Environmental Protection
and Awareness, Tagudin being 2nd place in the 2006 Provincial Search for the
Cleanest and Greenest Municipality in Ilocos Sur.
All the 43 barangays of the town were visited, including schools and public
structures/places within its territorial jurisdiction. Interviews were conducted
with barangay officials, including the checking of their support systems, to
include the structure, implementation of ordinances, budgetary aspect, public
safety and all related documentations and records.
The MCGC likewise visited and inspected agricultural fields, livestock and
piggeries, bodies of water and private/residential areas.
This Search is composed of three(3) assessments, the 1st assessment was
conducted last year of October and the 3rd will be this March 2007. Criteria for
assessment include Physical Conditions(50 points) and Support Systems, Public
Safety, Peace and Order (50 points). Awarding of winners will be during the
Barangay Night on the 3rd Tikanlu Festival 2007, Tagudin Town Fiesta this May.
The MCGC is composed of :
Honorary Chairman : Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.
Chairman : Mr. Manuel R. Dumagpi
Vice-Chairman : Mrs. Delia Dauz
Members:
1. Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile - OIC-MPDC
Alternate - Mr. Ricky Cayabyab
2. Engr. Edmund Fabia - Mun. Engr.
Alternate : Engr. Antonio Villanueva, Jr.
3. Mrs. Marina I. Balicoco - GSO
Alternate : Mr. Rodrigo Laranang, Jr.
4. Claudine B. Valdez - Information Officer
5. Dr. Aly John Lopez - Mun. Health Officer
Alternate : Mr. Nestor Guevarra - Sanitary Inspector
6. Mr. Florante Lacasandile - Acting Mun. Agriculturist
Alternate : Mr. Edgar Labiano - Agricultural Technician
7. Dr. Buenafe Medrano - Tagudin District Supervisor
Alternate : Mr. Henry Limon - Head Teacher III
8. PO2 Mariecris Acosta - PNP-Tagudin
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Regional goat raisers conduct seminar
The Federated Goat Raiser's Association in Region I conducted a consultation
dialogue at the residence of Brgy. Capatain Crispina Ariola in Baracbac, Tagudin,
Ilocos Sur, last January 30, 2007. This is a follow up meeting of that which was
conducted last November 24, 2006, at NEO Farms, Brgy. Imelda, San Jacinto,
Pangasinan. The purpose of this workshop is to identify matters affecting the
goat industry in the in the region and firm-up and strengthen the bonding and
system of networking of the Goat's Raiser's Association in Region I.
These were the topics that were tackled during the workshop: the rationale of
the dialogue/workshop and Regional Goat Industry Situationer, Provincial Goat
Industry Situationer, National Industry Perspective and System of Networking and
Updating/Correction of the Goat Industry Profile.
The workshop was attended by the Mayor, Presidents of Goat Raiser's Association
in Region I, identified goat raiser's, focal persons. Municipal Agriculturist
and Provincial Veterinarians.
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Dardarat shooters, champs in inter-brgy tourney
Barangay Dardarat basketball team emerged as the CHAMPIONS in the recently
concluded Inter-Barangay Basketball Tournament. Bimmanga ranked 2nd, Farola as
3rd placer and Pudoc West as 4th placer. All winners received cash prizes and a
trophy awarded by Mayor Jun and all members of the Sangguniang Bayan during the
Championship games held at the Municipal Auditorium last January 7, 2007.
Games were held from December 17, 2006 to January 7, 2007.
Atty. Arvin Andaya chaired this activity.
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Tagudin Treas gets award as top collector for business taxes
Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz was awarded as TOP COLLECTOR among 3rd Class
Municipalities in Region I, in terms of Collection of Business Taxes for the
Calendar Year 2006.
According to Mrs. Corpuz, this was because of the updating and implementation of
the town's Revenue Code in line with one of the present administration's 12
Flagship Programs on Revenue Enhancement Initiative.
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Market vendors elect new officers
The Market Vendors Association of Tagudin held their Regular Meeting last
January 19, 2007 at the Municipal Hall. Various issues, problems and concerns
were raised and resolved. After the said meeting, they had the re-election of
their new set of officers for the current year. This was supervised by the
Sangguniang Bayan Chairman on Market and Slaughterhouse, Hon. Jose Ramos, Jr.,
Market Supervisor Emanuel Ringor and staff of the Mayor's Office headed by Mayor
Jun Verzosa. The election was not the usual raising of hands, but rather it was
more serious, credible and a wiser way of choosing a dependable and able officer
that would represent their organization. The Mayor's office' staff prepared
ballot forms and boxes where the members can write and drop their votes.
At the end of the election, the following were the ones elected:
President - Mrs. Lolita Labiano
Vice President - Mrs. Gloria Fernandez
Secretary - Mrs. Helen Grace A. Leal
Treasurer - Mr. Fernando Lamarroza
Auditor - Mrs. Marlene Godoy
Business manager - Rose Mina
- Boy Odin
P.R.O. - Mrs. Helen Wright
- Mrs. Asuncion Acosta
Board of Directors per sector:
Fish - Ms. Ofelia Reyes
Meat - Richard Castillo
Restaurant - Carmen Gamisera
Fruit - Cherry Minglana
Stall - Mrs. Lily Garabiles
Vegetable - Adelina Quime
Agricultural Supply - Mylene Lazo
Advisers:
Hon. Jose M. Ramos, Jr.
Hon. Elisa Bunoan
Hon. Neopito Galang
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Blood donation held
The regular quarterly Blood Donation Program of the Guardians Center Foundation,
Inc (GCF,I) in coordination with the Local Government Unit of Tagudin & the
Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital (SISDH) in Bio, was conducted at Municipal
Auditorium, January 18,2007. Through the invitation & efforts of Col. Vicente
Lucero Jr., General Armando Cunanan, Division Commander of the 5th Infantry
Division of the Philippine Army (Camp Melchor Dela Cruz, Upi, Gamo, Isabela),
Col. Loreto D, Rirao, Brigade Commander of the 503rd Brigade, 5th Infantry
Division, Philippine Army, Batallion Commander Harold Cabrero of the 50 Infantry
Brigade, Philippine Army & "B" Coy 50 Infanty Brigade, 5 Infantry Division of
the Philippine Army, graced and participated in the activity. Tagudinians
likewise joined and volunteered in this Blood Letting Program.
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Tagudin hosts regional league of nutrition officers
The Regional League Of Nutrition Action Officers meeting was hosted by the
municipality of Tagudin last January 19, 2007. This league of nutrition action
officers, is one among the sectors actively involved in nutrition programs of
their respective towns in particular and the province in general, thereby
contributing to the wholesome health development of the country.
Tagudin’s Municipal Nutrition Action Officer, Reynald Millano, being the
newly-elected PRO, organized and took charge of the said meeting held at Mayor
Jun’s residence in Bucao East. Hosting of meetings are being rotated from among
the officers of the Rregional League. Mayor Jun was the Honorary Chairman for
this meeting. It was attended by 20 participants from all over the region, who
altogether made an assessment of last year's programs and activties and made the
plans, programs and activities for this year 2007.
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Mayor Jun leads Pudoc West groundbreaking
The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a single unit school
building at Pudoc West Integrated School was led by Mayor Jun, January 17, 2007.
Said school building was donated by the Tagudinians Association of Southern
California (TASC) led by its President, Mr. Niceto Batac.
Prior to the groundbreaking ceremony was the turnover/transfer of US$4,000
equivalent to PhP 196,800.00 donated by TASC and MOA signing at the Office of
Mayor Jun.
Pudoc West District Councilor Hon. Bernardo Tovera, Jr., SBM Onofre Bayuga, SBM
Jose Lodia, Jr., DepEd District Supervisor Dr. Buenafe Medrano, Dr. Perlita
Brillantes, Ms. Maria Cherry Perez, Mr. Rogelio Leal, Brgy. Capt. Mario Gorospe,
PTCA President Mr. Silveno Larroza together with the other barangay officials
and school staff witnessed said groundbreaking.
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Tagudin boy scouts pick stones for dumpsite
The Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Tagudin Chapter headed by the District
Commissioner, Dr. Buenafe Medrano and District BSP Coordinator Mr. Johnny
Lastimosa rendered community service by gathering stones/boulders at the
Amburayan Riverbed in Barangay Bio last January 13, 2007.
Prior to the stone gathering activity was a short program at the Municipal Hall.
The gathered stones were brought to the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite for the
construction of the Leachate Pan.
The participating schools with a total of 311 scouts and scouters were: Tagudin
Central School – 38, Ambalayat Elementary School – 7, Baracbac Elementary School
– 12, Bio Elementary School – 47, Bimmanga Elementary School – 29, Cabugbugan
Elementary School 19, Garitan Community School – 21, Las-ud Elementary School –
7, Libtong Elementary School – 21, Pudoc East Elementary School – 14, Pudoc West
Integrated School – 35, San Pedro Community School – 6, Pallogan Elementary
School – 11, Bitalag Elementary School – 17, Tallaoen Primary School – 25 and 2
Volunteer Teachers.
After the activity, the scouts and scouters were transported back to their
respective schools through the Municipal Vehicles.
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Lucena, Lumanog tops ASAP chess tourney
The 2nd ASAP Open Chess Tournament 5-round Swiss System was conducted last
December 29-31, 2006 at the Municipal Hall. Said tournament was dubbed as "Adda
Siribmo, Asaem Panunotmo" (ASAP).
It has two categories : Senior and Below 18. Following are the list of winners
in both categories:
Senior
Champion - John Paul Lucena
1st Runner-up - Mario Miranda
2nd Runner-up - Aurelio Giron
Below 18
Champion - Orlando Lumanog
1st Runner-up - Mark Joshua Zamora
2nd Runner-up - Jinky Faye Verdadero
The ASAP Chess Tournament was initiated by the ASAP Tagudin Chess Club headed by
its President Engr. Rolando Godoy with the support of Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor
Peter, members of the Municipal Council and Mr. Romualdo Gapasin, Sr., being a
member of the Board of Directors of the Club.
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Tagudin and Alilem, Ilocos Sur's Municipal Accountants, Treasurers, Assessors
and their staff attended one-week seminar on Electronic New Government
Accounting System (e-NGAS) last November 12 to 16, 2007 at the Villa Marlene
Function Hall, this Municipality. This seminar is one of Mayor Jun's 12 Flagship
Programs on Electronic Tagudin or E-Tagudin. The facilitators were from the
Commission on Audit (COA) Region I headed by Ms. Leonor Dacumos, DPA. |

Mayor Jun attends the meeting with the Personnel of PNP Tagudin Station as they
discuss Peace and order through the reduction of crime rate. |

On November 12, 2007, Brgy. Captain Leonora Villamar of Tarangotong and the
Gawad Kalasag Awardees received their incentives from the Local Government Unit
of Tagudin for being given such commendation by the National Government because
of their heroic act of saving a drowning victim in their barangay. |

Mayor Jun was the crowning guest and keynote speaker during the celebration of
Tagudin National High School's United Nations Month Celebration last November 9,
2007. |

Mayor Jun meets the ASAP Scholars and hands their allowances for the month of
October 2007. |

Ten (10) desks were provided for the pupils of Becques Community School by the
Local Government Unit of Tagudin. |

Bimmanga Community School Teaching Staff received 10 chairs for their pupils
from LGU Tagudin through Mrs. Marina Balicoco, GSO. |

GSO and staff delivered 10 chairs for the pupils of Garitan Community School. |

Mrs. Marina Balicoco, General Services Officer and her staff delivered 20 arm
chairs to Paca Primary School. This project is the result of the Journey to the
Schools initiated by Mayor Jun. |

Mayor Jun with Little Mayor Katrina Lobendino. |

Municipal Officials and their Little Counterparts. |

LGU Tagudin's LCE and Chiefs of offices with their Little Counterparts. |

Mayor Jun, Heads of National Line Agencies with their Little Counterparts. |

October 12, 2007.
Team Building Workshop led by Mr. Ruben Pascual at Sunflower Hostel Hall,
Tagaytay City. |

October 12, 2007. Tagudin's LCE and Municipal Employees posed after lunch at the
Viewsite Restaurant. |

October 12, 2007. Tagaytay City Vice Mayor, Hon. Celso de Castro hands over to
Mayor Jun various information/reading materials about their Character City. |

October 23, 2007. Mayor Jun, together with Hon. Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana and
District Supervisor Dr. Buenafe Medrano led the ceremonial Ribbon-Cutting of the
Grade V Room of Pacac Primary School. The affair was witnessed by the different
LGU Chiefs of Offices and Employees, Pastor Henry Passion and Pacac PTCA and
Barangay Officials. |

October 23, 2007. Mrs. Jocelyn L. Lamadrid, Administrative Officer IV enlightens
the minds of SAS First to Fourth Year students belonging to the Bantay-Kalikasan
Group on Ecological Concerns and Issues. |

October 10, 2007. Meeting of the Members of the Municipal Development Council
(MDC) tackling issues and concerns regarding the 20% Development Fund. |

October 8, 2007. Mayor Jun attends the launching of Suyo Multi-Purpose
Cooperative, where he gave an inspirational message. |

October 8, 2007. Mayor Jun attends the meeting regarding Irrigation System in
Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur. |

October 4, 2007. Ocular Inspection of the site for the upcoming Boy Scouts of
the Philippines Camporal - District and Provincial Level. |

October 3, 2007. Regular Monthly Meeting of the Association of Barangay Captains
at the Municipal Hall with Mayor Jun and MLGOO Manuel Dumagpi. |

October 2, 2007. Interview of Ilocos Sur Media - NBN 4, DZTP and Bombo Radyo
with Mayor Jun. |

September 19, 2007. Conference Workshop Community Training and Employment
Coordinators(CTEC) of the Province of Ilocos Sur at the Nueva Segovia Macro
Finance and Training Center in Caoayan, Ilocos Sur where Tagudin's CTEC, Mrs.
Claudine B. Valdez attended. |

September 28, 2007. Thanksgiving Mass of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin
Officials and Employees as part of the celebration of their Family Day. |

September 29, 2007. Thanksgiving celebration of Mayor Jun and Madam Evangeline's
eldest son, Dr. Michael I. Verzosa for successfully passing the Licensure
Examination for Physicians. |

September 29, 2007. Mayor Jun delivers an inspirational message during Las-ud
Elementary School's Family Day. He likewise crowned "Sadiri ti Pamilya" and
"Silaw Ti Pagtaengan" together with Dr. Buenafe Medrano. |

September 28, 2007. Mayor Jun and Mun. Planning Development Coordinator Mr.
Leopoldo Lacasandile cut the ribbon at the new Welcome Arch leading to the town
proper of Tagudin. |

September 28, 2007. Mayor Jun and SBM Fatima Pagaduan cut the ribbon during the
Blessing and Ribbon-cutting of the new Office of the Vice-Mayor and Secretary to
the Sanggunian. |

September 28, 2007. Mayor Jun and Administrative Officer Joyce cut the ribbon at
the new Office of the Mayor. |

September 28, 2007. Mayor Jun and Municipal Civil Registrar(MCR) Mr. Ricardo
Osmond Bello cut the ribbon at the new MCR Office. |

September 28, 2007. Ribbon-cutting and Blessing of the new office of the General
Services Officer(GSO) by Mayor Jun and GSO Ms. Marina Balicoco. |

September 28, 2007. Ribbon-cuting and blessing of the new Office of the
Municipal Budget Officer(MBO) by Mayor Jun and MBO Ms. Febie Lardizabal. |

September 21, 2007. Meeting between Tagudin Market Vendors Association and the
Ilocos Sur Electric Cooperative(ISECO) regarding issues on electricity
consumption of the said vendors, with SB Chair on Market Hon. Alicia L. Lorena. |

September 20, 2007. Barangay Council of Bucao East receive their share in the
Sand and Gravel Operations. |

September 17, 2007. Mayor Jun inspects the ongoing construction of Cabugbugan's
Multi-Purpose Hall. |

September 14, 2007. Mayor Jun with Brgy. Captain Dominador Lazo of Bitalag and
Cabulanglangan Ex-Barangay Captain Maximo Laplana visit Lubnac Brgy. Capatain
Joe Lapitan at the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC), San
Fernando City, La Union. |

September 15, 2007. Inauguration and ribbon-cutiing of San Miguel Water System. |

September 18, 2007. Staff Meeting and Salu-salo of all Tagudin District
Elementary Teachers at the Tagudin District Conference Hall. |

September 14, 2007. Oathtaking of Mrs. Jennifer Cuaresma as Local Revenue
Collection Officer I at the Office of the Municipal Treasurer. |

September 18, 2007. Regular monthly executive meeting of all LGU Heads of
Offices with Mayor Jun. This meeting was held to update each other on the
development/status of the town's 12 Flagship Programs for 2007-2010, where each
of them heads a Flagship Program. |

September 14, 2007. Mayor Jun visits the ongoing construction of a school
building at Pacac Primary School. |

September 14, 2007. Mayor Jun visits the ongoing construction of Pacac's
Barangay Health Center. |

September 13, 2007. Courtesy call of PD Virgilio G. Fabros of Ilocos Sur
Provincial Police Office at the Office of Mayor Jun. |

September 13, 2007. Barangay Council of Bio receive their share in the Sand and
Gravel Operations. |

September 12, 2007. Meeting of the new set of officers of the Tagudin Municipal
Employees Association (TAMEA), specifically to study and amend its Constitution
and By-Laws and its Collective Negotiation Agreement(CNA). |

September 12, 2007. Oathtaking of Mrs. Eusebia Siuagan as Registration Officer I
at the Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar. |

September 12, 2007. Courtesy call of Supt. Efren Javier and PSI William Nerona
at the Office of Mayor Jun. |

September 11, 2007. Mr. Manuel Labador and Mr. Romulo Estibal of Gimong Ragup 1
(Saint Augustine's Church), together with Vice-Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Andaya, SBM
Bunoan, SBM Leal and SBM Cuaresma and Sanitary Inspector Nestor Guevarra visit
Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite. |

September 7, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Felipe Pascua, Jr. as Agricultural
Technologist of the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist. |

September 6, 2007. Distribution of IDs for the Insurance of BHWs from Gov. DV
Savellano by Mrs. Zenaida Pulido, President of the Provincial Association of
BHWs, Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana and some Municipal Councilors. |

August 31, 2007. Mayor Jun, Admin. Officer Joyce and representatives from the
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE),award checks to the 30 Special Program
for the Employment of Students (SPES) beneficiaries. |

August 30, 2007. Officers of the Tagudin Municipal Employees Association (TAMEA)
for 2007-2010 takes their oath with Mayor Jun during the Salu-salo Together
Program. |

August 30, 2007. Mayor Jun awards to Mr. Manuel Dumagpi, Municipal Interior
Local Government Operations Officer, a Certificate of Recognition for his
continuing support to the Local Government Unit of Tagudin. |

August 30, 2007. Garitan Community School's Buwan Ng Wika celebration where
Mayor Jun was the Crowning Guest and Speaker. |

August 28, 2007. Rehabilitation and installation of additional Reinforced
Concrete Pipe along the Amburayan River leading to Sawat. |

August 29, 2007. Installation of Reinforced Concrete Pipe along the Amburayan
River to be used as passgeway of vehicles to and from barangays Baritao, Pacac,
Pudoc East and Pudoc West. |

August 28, 2007. Brgy. Captain Prudencio Somera of Libtong receives PhP 5,000.00
cash as their prize for being 3rd place in the 2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest
and Greenest Barangay. |

August 28, 2007. In behalf of Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana did the
ceremonial cutting of the ribbon of the Cabulanglangan Spring Development Water
System. Also present during the said affair were: Municipal Councilors Hon.
Arvin Andaya, Hon. Rodolfo Leal, Hon. Nelson Cuaresma, Admin. Officer Jocelyn
Lamadrid,Private Secretary Romualdo R. Gapasin, Sr.,Environmental Officer Aiza
Marie Lazaga, Brgy. Captain Cornelia Corpuz and other barangay officials and
residents. |

August 24, 2007. Tagudin National High School's celebration of Buwan Ng Wika
with the theme: "Maraming Wika, Matatag Na Bansa", with Mayor Jun as one of the
Crowning Guests. The Mayor also delivered an Inspirational Message. |

August 24, 2007. Miss Alma Domingo takes oath as Administrative Officer IV -
Management and Audit Analyst II with Mayor Jun. |

August 23, 2007. Mr. Henry Limon, Head Teacher of Tagudin Central receives from
Mayor Jun PhP 15,000.00 as their cash prize for winning 1st Place in the
2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest and Greenest School. Witnessing said awarding
is General Services Officer Ms. Marina Balicoco, who is also a member of the
Municipal Clean and Green Committee. |

August 16, 2007. Oathtaking of Miss Levita Hadlos as Local Treasury Operations
Officer II with Mayor Jun and witnessed by Mun. Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz and
Admin. Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid. |

August 16, 2007. Courtesy Call of the ASAP Tagudin Gun Club, who recently were
the CHAMPIONS in the SPOT 1-3, MIG 1, ISAFP Marksmanship/Proficiency Training,
580th ACWG Firing Range - Production(Guest) held at San Fernando City, La Union. |

August 16, 2007. One day Division Echo Seminar (Tagudin District) on
Mainstreaming Disaster/Risk Reduction Concepts in the Basic Education Curriculum
at the Tagudin District Conference Hall, where Mayor Jun gave an inspiration
message during the opening program. |

August 16, 2007. Mayor Jun officiates a Civil Wedding for Noel Valdez and
Jocelyn Galanga of Becques, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. |

August 15, 2007. Oathtaking of Ms. Jonalie Vidania as Barangay Secretary of
Dacutan with Mayor Jun and witnessed by Brgy. Captain Disodado Lasquite and LGU
Tagudin's Environmental Mgmt. Specialist Aiza Marie Lazaga. |

August 14, 2007. Brgy. Captain Celestino Pagaduan receives PhP 15,000.00 as
Barangay Las-ud's cash prize for winning 1st Place in the "2006-2007 Search for
the Cleanest and Barangay", Category 2(Barangays with an Internal Revenue
Allotment of PhP 500,001 and above) from Mayor Jun. Witnessing the said awarding
is Las-ud's former Barangay Captain Fatima Pagaduan, now Sangguniang Bayan
Member-elect, Hon. Fatima Pagaduan and Brgy. Kgd. Lorica. |

August 13. 2007. Awardees from Barangay Tarangotong, Baracbac, Lacong, Del Pilar,
Dardarat and Pudoc West, with Tarangotong Brgy. Captain Leonora Villamar,
Baracbac Brgy. Captain Crispina Ariola, Mr. Reginald Millano, who is also an
awardee for his leadership as the Municipal Nutrition Action Officer and Mayor
Jun. |

August 2, 2007. Acting Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana with the Arapaapko Sagutmo, Adal
Pumayso(ASAP) Scholars after he had given their allowance for the month of
August. |

August 2, 2007. Mrs. Rosita L. Pascua, Principal III of Tagudin National High
School receives from Acting Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana, PhP 5,000.00 as their cash
prize for having won 3rd place in the 2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest and
Greenest School. Witnessing the said awarding are SBM Nelson Cuaresma, Private
Secretary Romualdo Gapasin, Sr. and Admin. Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid. |

July 31, 2007. Spraying of chemical for vermin control at the Tagudin Controlled
Dumpsite. |

July 26, 2007. The DENR Ecosystem and Research Development Services of the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Regional Field Unit I conducted
an assessment at Barangays Pudoc West and Libtong for the establishment of Pilot
Demonstration Area for Damaged Coastal/Mangrove Areas, where Libtong was
identified as a potential area for the establishment of the said project. |

July 26, 2007. Intramurals of the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College graced by
the presence of Local Officials and employees. Acting Vice Mayor Arvin P. Andaya
delivered a message in behalf of Acting MAyor Rogelio Lorenzana. |

July 26, 2007. Courtesy call of the Ecosystem and Research Development Services
of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Regional Field Unit I of
San Fernando City, La Union headed by the Asst. Regional Director Mr. Rogel R.
Pimentel, to Acting Mayor Rogelio A. Lorenzana. Said group will assess/evaluate
the proposed area in Tagudin for the establishment of a Pilot Demonstration Area
for Damaged Coastal/Mangrove Areas. |

July 27, 2007. Oathtaking of Miss Analyn Sanchez as Barangay Treasurer of
Bimmanga with Acting Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana and Bimmanga Brgy. Capt. Alicia
Lorena. |

July 25, 2007. Kgd. Fred Lorenzana of Becques receives PhP 10,000.00 from Acting
Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana as their cash prize for being the 2nd placer in the
2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest and Greenest Municipality, Category
2(Barangays with an Internal Revenue Allotment of PhP 500,001.00 and above). |

July 24, 2007. Nutrition Month celebration of the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State
College - Tagudin Campus, where Mr. Reginald Millano, Municipal Nutrition Action
Officer was the Guest Speaker. |

July 23, 2007. Training of forty-seven(47) Census Enumerators for Tagudin(19),
Alilem(4), Suyo(7), Cervantes(9), Sugpon(3) and Quirino(5), by Mr. Maximo P.
Ribad, District Statistics Officer. This training is to prepare the Enumerators
for their upcoming task as Census Enumerators in the Province this coming August
2007. |

July 20, 2007. Oathtaking of Mrs. Iris Cohleen L. Habab as Project Development
Assistant of the Office of the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
with Acting Mayor Rogelio A. Lorenzana. |

July 20, 2007. Administrative Officer IV Jocelyn Lamadrid conducts an
orientation to all Tagudinian Census Enumerators. |

July 17, 2007. Ilocos Sur Eco-Tourism Development Cooperative representatives
invite Tagudin to participate in the "Panagyaman 2007", where it would showcase
its One Town One Product(OTOP) of Calamansi and other local products on
September 1-2, 2007 at Bantay, Ilocos Sur. |

Hon. Rogelio A. Lorenzana
Municipal Vice Mayor |

Hon. Arvin P. Andaya
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Elisa Q. Bunoan
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Bernardo F. Tovera, Jr.
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Ma. Theresa L. Laranang
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Rodolfo L. Leal
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Nelson V. Cuaresma
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

Hon. Neopito L. Galang
Sangguniang Bayan Membe |

Hon. Fatima L. Pagaduan
Sangguniang Bayan Member |

June 19, 2007. Tagudin's new set of Local Officials with the LGU's Heads of
Offices. |

June 19, 2007. Tagudin's newly-elected officials after their oathtaking:
Mayor: Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.
Vice-Mayor: Hon. Rogelio A. Lorenzana
Municipal Councilors
1. Hon. Arvin P. Andaya
2. Hon. Elisa Q. Bunoan
3. Hon. Bernardo F. Tovera, Jr.
4. Hon. Ma. Theresa L. Laranang
5. Hon. Rodolfo L.Leal
6. Hon. Nelson V. Cuaresma
7. Hon. Neopito L. Galang
8. Hon. Fatima L. Pagaduan |

June 19, 2007. Oathtaking of Hon. Vice-Mayor Rogelio A. Lorenzana and the
Members of the Sangguniang Bayan with Mayor Jun. |

July 6, 2007. Mr. Federico "Boy" Bitonio, Local Government Academy Officer of
the Department of Interior and Local Government, Provincial Office, enlightens
all Executive-Legislative Agenda(ELA) Formulation participants of the ELA
process and the priority programs of the country, region and province. |

July 18, 2007. Acting Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana turns over one(1) unit of Office
Table and one(1) unit of Junior Executive Swivel Chair to 3rd Assistant
Provincial Prosecutor Bonifacio Mangibin. |

July 17, 2007. The ongoing construction of Tagudin's Public Market along the
National Highway in Barangay Del Pilar. |

July 17, 2007. Acting Mayor Lorenzana officiates a Civil Wedding for Keith Errol
Hollingsworth of New Zealand and Catalina Leal of Ambalayat. |

July 13, 2007. Mrs. Leticia Lucero received from Acting Mayor Lorenzana PhP
1,000.00 as financial assistance. She gave birth via Caesarian section at the
Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital. |

July 11, 2007. Vice Mayor Lorenzana plants rice seedlings during the
"Adaptability Trial of Inbred and Hybrid Rice Varieties in Region I" in Lacong. |

July 11, 2007. Vice Mayor Lorenzana, with Lacong Barangay Captain Eugenio
Fajardo and Mr. Antonio Villanueva with the Saint Augustine's School Students.
Said students, together with their teachers came for an actual observation
regarding the Integrated Agricultural Projects of Mr. Villanueva. |

July 10, 2007. Monthly Executive Meeting of all Heads of Offices of LGU-Tagudin
with Mayor Jun, held at the Mayor's residence in Bucao East. |

July 3, 2007. "Edukasyon Para Iti Amin" Scholars receive their weekly allowance
from Administrative Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid. |

July 2, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Romualdo Gapasin, Sr. as Senior Administrative
Assistant III of the Office of the Mayor, Engr. Antonio Villanueva, Jr. as
Engineering Assistant of the Office of the Municipal Engineer, Rodrigo Laranang,
Jr. as Warehouseman and Miss Amelyn Ballocanag as Administrative Aide III(Casual)
of the General Services Office. |

June 29, 2007. Coastal Resource Management Seminar at Filamg for barangays
Becques, Tampugo, Borono and Libtong. |

June 28, 2007. Orientation-briefing of the Census Enumerators for the 2007
Census of Population (POPCEN 2007) this August 2007 at the Municipal Hall, where
twenty(20) Tagudinians passed the qualifying written examinations and interview. |

June 28, 2007. Seminar on Coastal Resource Management at Bimmanga where
participants came from 4 barangays - Pudoc West, Farola, Dardarat and Bimmanga. |

July 2, 2007. Oathtaking of Joy L. Silapan as new SK Chairman of San Miguel. |

July 2, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Teofilo Alcantara with Mayor Jun as Barangay
Kagawad of Magsaysay. Said oathtaking has been witnessed by Brgy. Capt. George
Lemi. |

June 29, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Celestino Pagaduan as the new Barangay Captain
of Las-ud with Mayor Jun. Witnessing the said oathtaking are former Barangay
Captain Fatima Pagaduan(newly-elected Municipal Councilor) and LAs-ud Barangay
Officials. |

June 28, 2007. Mayor Jun awards to Brgy. Captain Jesus Lacasandile of San Miguel
PhP 15,000.00 as the cash prize of the barangay for being 1st Place in the
2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest and Greenest Barangay, Category 1 (Barangays
with an Internal Revenue Allotment of PhP 500,000.00 and below). |

June 27, 2007. Mayor Jun with Fr. Erickson Josue, writer of the book: "Alfredo
F. Verzosa, Obispo". |

June 26, 2007. Archbishop Most Rev. Ramon C. Arguelles and the Missionary
Catechists of the Sacred Heart of Lipa with Mayor Jun, Mun. Treasurer Gayna and
Admin. Officer Joyce. |

June 26, 2007. Archbishop Most Rev. Ramon C. Arguelles, Mayor Jun and Madam
Evangeline at Bucao East. |

June 26, 2007. Mayor Jun and his wife Madam Evangeline host dinner at their
residence in Bucao East for Archbishop Most Rev. Arguelles and the Missionary
Catechists of the Sacred Heart of Lipa. |

June 21, 2007. Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson celebrated his 66th birthday at
Baluarte, Vigan City. Mayor Jun escorted the Gov. from Manila to Vigan City,
while the newly-elected municipal officials together with the barangay officials
represented the town of Tagudin in full compliment. |

June 21, 2007. President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo inducted the newly-elected
Officials of the Province of Ilocos Sur and its cities and municipalities during
the birthday festivities of Gov. Chavit. |

June 19, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Ferdinand Gabriel as Administrative Aide I
(Laborer) at the Office of the Economic Enterprise. |

June 19, 2007. Courtesy call of OIC Provincial Director PS Supt Jessie L.
Cardona (DSC) at the Office of Mayor Jun together with PI Rolando Battulayan. |

June 18, 2007. Sister Consuelo Gacutan,ICM, Principal of Saint Augustine's
School, receives PhP 10,000.00 as their cash prize for having won 2nd place in
the 2006-2007 Search for the Cleanest and Greenest School. |

June 18, 2007. Mayor Jun inspects the premises of ISPSC, Tagudin, as the School
Head and faculty members requested for his assistance for their drainage system. |

June 18, 2007. Mayor Jun at the Asean Institute of Research and Technology of
the Philippines (AIRTOP), Tagudin, where he delivered an inspirational message
emphasizing the importance of education. |

June 16, 2007. Ordination of Fr. Freddie Justo Lucena by Archbishop Ernesto
Salgado of Nueva Segovia at Saint Augustine's Church. Father Lucena is a
Tagudinian and an Alumnus of Saint Augustines' School. |

June 16, 2007. Reception at the Saint Augustine's School Gym after the
Ordination of Father Freddie Justo Lucena, where all Tagudinians and visitors
were invited. |

June 17, 2007. Father Freddie Lucena with his parents Flaviano and Norminda
Lucena. |

June 17, 2007. 1st and Thanksgiving Mass of Father Freddie Lucena at St.
Augustine's Church. |

June 13, 2007. Mayor Jun with the Board of Directors of Tagudin Institute of
Science and Technology Foundation, Inc. |

June 13, 2007. Mayor Jun talks with the pupils of Pudoc east Elementary School. |

June 13, 2007. Mayor Jun goes to Pacac Primary School. |

June 13, 2007. Pupils of Cabugbugan Community School warmly welcome Mayor Jun
during his visit. |

June 13, 2007. Mayor Jun and SBM-elect Atty. Arvin Andaya at the 1st ever
Integrated School in Tagudin - Pudoc West Integrated School during the Mayor's
"Journey to the Schools". |

June 8, 2007. Oathtaking of Jomar Cardenas as SK Chairman of Becques with Mayor
and witnessed by Becques Brgy. Captain Fernando Benliro. |

June 8, 2007. Mrs. Seguanda Calibuso of Tampugo-Borono Primary school show Mayor
Jun the area of their school needing immediate attention - the rip rapping and
dredging of the area near the irrigation canal. |

June 8, 2007. Mayor Jun gives to Tagudin National High School Principal II Mrs.
Rosita Pascua and Head Teacher III Dr. Edgar Llanes his symbolic gift to all the
2665 students of the school. |

June 8, 2007. Pupils of Tallaoen Primary School wave their flags to welcome
Mayor Jun during his visit there. |

June 8, 2007. Garitan Community School Principal Mrs. Myrna Beata Batac shows
Mayor Jun around the school premises during his "journey to their school". |

June 8, 2007. Bimmanga Community School Admin, faculty and staff with Mayor Jun. |

June 8, 2007. Mrs. Anita Lardizabal, Principal of Becques Community School shows
Mayor Jun around the school campus. |

June 8, 2007. Mayor Jun at Baracbac Community School. |

June 6, 2007. Mayor Jun visits his Alma Mater, Saint Augustine's School. |

June 6, 2007. San Pedro Elementary School, admin, faculty and staff with Mayor
Jun. |

June 6, 2007. Mayor Jun speaks at Radyo Natin Tagudin to personally invite all
Tagudinians for their "Thanksgiving Party" on June 7, 2007. |

June 6, 2007. Teachers, parents and pupils with Mayor Jun during his visit at
Libtong Community School. |

June 6, 2007. Mr. Jonathan Alcause, Head Teacher of Bitalag Elementary School
and Mayor Jun during their consultative meeting. |

June 6, 2007. Mayor Jun and Mrs. Germilina Mago, School Registrar of the Asian
Institute of Research and Technology of the Philippines (AIRTOP). |

June 5, 2007. Mayor Jun meet with Ms. Teresita Cuevas, Department of National
Defense, Chief of Military Shrines and Veterans for the possible relocation of
the Bitalag Marker. |

June 5, 2007. Pupils of Pallogan Elementary School listen as Mayor Jun
enlightens them with an inspirational message emphasizing on the vital role of
education in the attainment of success. |

June 5, 2007. Teachers of Cabulanglangan Primary School discuss their school
needs with Mayor Jun and their hopes of having grades 5 and 6 in the near
future. |

June 5, 2007. Mayor Jun inspires the pupils of Bio Elementary School with his
message. SBM-elect Atty. Arvin Andaya likewise delivered his message. |

June 5, 2007. Mayor Jun and SBM-Elect Arvin Andaya join in the Flag Ceremony at
Ambalayat Elementary School. |

June 5, 2007. Mrs. Myrna Limon, Head Teacher of Ag-aguman Elementary School
receives the pencils and sharpeners from Mayor Jun as his symbolic gift to all
pupils. |

June 4, 2007. Pre-schoolers and their parents welcomed Mayor Jun during his
visit at the United Church of Christ in the Philippines(UCCP) Pre-School. |

June 4, 2007. Consultative Meeting of Mayor Jun at Tagudin Central School with
Dr. Buenafe Medrano, Tagudin District Supervisor, Dr. Perlita Brillantes, the
School Principal and the members of its teaching staff. |

June 4, 2007. Mayor Jun personally inspects the school building at San Miguel
Primary School. |

June 4, 2007. Las-ud Elementary School's principal, Mrs. Susana Pascasio and
mebers of the faculty and staff dicuss with Mayor Jun the priority needs of the
school. |

June 4, 2007. Mayor Jun at the 7th Day Adventist Multi-Grade School. |

June 13, 2007. Oathtaking of Mr. Joel Bayuga as Administrative Aide I, with
Mayor Jun. |

June 12, 2007. SPM Meljohn Verzosa (representative of Mayor Jun) leads the
"Wreath Laying" to our National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, during the Independence
Celebration. |

June 12, 2007. Municipal Officials and employees led by Mayor Jun who was
represented by SPM Meljohn Verzosa, at the Tagudin Controoled Dumpsite for the
"Tree Planting" Activity as part of the Independence Day celebration. |

June 12, 2007. Seedling distribution to schools, 43 barangays, national line
agencies, NGOs and Private Organizations. These seedlings will be planted in
their respective areas as part of the Independence Day commemmoration of the
Tagudin. |

June 8, 2007. Meeting of the Municipal Development Council, where Mayor Jun
informed all the 43 Barangay Captains of where the savings for 2006 and the
increase in the 20% Development Fund for 2007 will be spent, with the approval
of the Municipal Council. |

June 5, 2007. Mayor Jun with Ms. Generose Razo, Chess IRAA Champion 2007 of
Tamurong, Candon City, Ilocos Sur. The Mayor gave his personal financial
assistance to Generose in support for this activity. |

June 4, 2007. Mayor Jun and MSWD Officer Miss Corazon Villanueva award the 17
Arapaapko, Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso (ASAP) Scholars with their school supplies,
umbrellas, raincoats, shoes, bags and allowance for school year 2007. |

June 2, 2007. General Services Office staff Mr. Rodrigo Laranang, Jr. turned
over 14 rolls of moldex hose and a single unit of water pump to the barangay
officials of Ambalayat headed by Brgy. Capt. Edgar Limon for distribution to
their constituents who have sought the assistance of the LGU. |

May 29, 2007. LGU General Services Officer Marina Balicoco turns over a single
unit of stretcher and one unit of ceiling fan to Tagudin National High School
Admin. Officer Mrs. Francisca Lobendino and School Nurse Myrna Paradero. |

May 25, 2007. Mayor Jun graces Asean Institute of Research and Technology of the
Philippines' (AIRTOP) 9th Commencement Exercises with the theme: "IT as a Major
Contributor to the Country's Economic Growth". |

May 24, 2007. Mayor Jun turns PhP 55,000.00 worth of tools and equipment to the
31 beneficiaries of the Hollow Blocks Making Program. |

May 24, 2007. Oathtaking of the Alternative Learning System (ALS) Officers and
Schools ALS Coordinators.
Consultants/Advisers-Dr. Buenafe Medrano, Ms. Susana Pascasio, Mr. Antonio
Bayuga, Ms. Maria Cherry Perez & Mr. Johnny Lastimoza
Chairman-Mr. Severino Mangahas
President-Ms. Elsa Ruiz
Vice-President-Ms. Concepcion Leal
Secretaries-Ms. Marie Yvonne Lascota & Ms. Josephine Cortez
Treasurer-Ms. Felisa Ballocanang
Auditor-Ms. Roselyn Pigao
P.R.O.-Mr. Bernabe Somera & Ms. Lorna Quitoriano
Business Managers-Ms. Julieta Lacasandile & Ms. Regina Leal |

MAy 24, 2007. Daisy Labiano of Dacutan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, graduated CUM LAUDE
at the University of the Cordilleras this May 2007. She is a scholar of the
Judge Roque M. Verzosa, Sr. Scholarship Foundation with Mayor Jun as its
Founding Chairman. |

May 7, 2007. Oathtaking of Cabaroan Barangay Treasurer Charissa T. Villanueva. |

May 10, 2007. Ribbon-cutting of Libtong's new Multi-Purpose Hall. |

May 10, 2007. Miss Teen Libtong 2007, one of the highlights of Libtong Barangay
Fiesta. |

May 7, 2007. Ribbon-cutting of the 2nd floor of Borono's Multi-Purpose Hall led
by SPM Tudayan, SPM Bunoan, Mayor Jun and Vice-Mayor Peter and members of the
Municipal Council. |

May 7, 2007. Ribbon-cutting of Borono's Multi-Purpose Hall Stage at the 1st
floor of the said building. |

MAy 7, 2007. Borono Barangay Fiesta highlighted by the Coronation of Ms. Borono
2007 by Mrs. Evangeline Verzosa. |

May 11, 2007. Representatives of local candidates for election witness the
verification of election paraphernalia at the Office of the Municipal Treasurer. |

April 27, 2007. Reynald and Daryll Lagrana of Pacac, both 3rd degree
malnourished, receive vitamins, milk, chocolate drink and dewormers. |

April 26, 2007. Adopt A Special Child beneficiaries Raymart(seated on the lap of
Mayor Jun), Reynald and Daryll Lagrana, sponsored by Ms. Nieves Lagrana. Raymart
will be undergoing operation for his hernia this summer vacation. All expenses
for his operation will be shouldered by Ms. Lagrana. As for Reynald and Daryll,
whoa re both 3rd degree malnourished, they will be given goods, vitamins and
deworming medicines. |

April 29, 2007. Saint Augustine's School's Batch '77 celebrates their 30th
Anniversary Alumni Homecoming at Mrs. Evangeline Verzosa's residence at Bucao
East, where Mayor Jun gave an inspirational message. |

April 28, 2007. Garitan Barangay Fiesta. |

April 28, 2007. Lubnac Barangay Fiesta. |

April 28, 2007. Dardarat Barangay Fiesta where Mayor Jun was the Crowning Guest
and Speaker. |

April 27, 2007. Miss Teen Bitalag 2007, the highlight of Bitalag Barangay
Fiesta. |

April 26, 2007. Briefing of all scholars, together with their parents, of the
MCPC's "Arapaapko Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso" (ASAP) Scholarship Program by Mayor Jun
and MSWDO Miss Corazon Villanueva. |

April 24, 2007. Cabaroan Barangay Fiesta where Mayor Jun was the Crowning Guest
and Speaker. |

April 23, 2007. Film-viewing for all LGU officials and employees in line with
the Philippine Earth Day 2007 Celebration. |

April 21, 2007. Tampugo Barangay Fiesta where Mayor Jun was the Crowning Guest
and Speaker. |

April 20, 2007. Ag-aguman Barangay Fiesta graced by the presence of Mayor Jun,
Vice-Mayor Peter and members of the Municipal Council. |

April 19, 2007. Diabetic Screening by Merlk Company at the Municipal Auditorium
where 45 patients were screened - 38 with above normal fasting blood sugar
results and 7 with normal FBS results. Next diabetic screening will be on May 3,
2007. |

April 19, 2007. Pudoc East Barangay Fiesta with Mayor Jun as the Crowning Guest
and Speaker. |

April 18, 2007. Pallogan SK Night. |

April 17,2007. Screening for "Operation Tule" to determine whether or not the
boys are fit for circumcision. |

April 17, 2007. Pallogan barangay fiesta where SPM Meljohn Verzosa delivered the
message of Mayor Jun. |

April 16, 2007. Opening(1st) day of LGU-Tagudin's "Operation Tule" which is from
April 16-27, 2007 at the Rural Health Unit. |

April 11, 2007. Pudoc West Barangay Fiesta with SPM Meljohn I. Verzosa as
Crowning Guest and Speaker. |

April 10, 2007. Mayor Jun crowns Her Majesty Queen Jeanalyn I during Pula's
Barangay Fiesta. |

April 9, 2007. D'Warrior Dancers perform during Ranget's Barangay Fiesta. |

April 8, 2007. Coronation Night of Cabugbugan Day Care Center with Mayor Jun as
the Crowning Guest and Speaker. |

April 8, 2007. In behalf of Governor Luis "Chavit" Singson, who is the Guest of
Honor and Speaker for Bucao West's Barangay Fiesta, Mayor Jun delivers Gov.
Chavit's message of goodwill. |

April 8, 2007. Mayor Jun delivers his message during Bio's Barangay Fiesta.
|

April 8, 2007. Ambalayat Barangay Fiesta. |

April 7, 2007. Inauguration and Ribbon-cutting of Bucao West Day Center Center. |

April 4, 2007. Mayor Jun awards PGMA Certificates of Endorsement (Scholarship)
for Ladderized Education Programs to qualified Tagudinians. This Scholarship
Program is in coordination with the Technical Education and Skills Development
Authority(TESDA), Vigan City. |

March 31, 2007. Commencement Exercises at Libtong Community School. |

March 31, 2007. Graduation and Closing Exercises at Garitan Community School
where Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz was the Guest of Honor and Speaker. In
her message, she emphasized the importance of education as a key to success, and
that difficulties and trials are not hindrances but rather experiences that can
make one a better person. |

March 30, 2007. Graduation and Closing Ceremonies of Pudoc West Integrated
School. |

March 30, 2007. Mayor Jun awards a Sound System Set to Pudoc East Elementary
School during their Graduation and Closing Exercises. |

March 30, 2007. Commencement Exercises of Pudoc East Elementary School. |

March 30, 2007. Graduation and Closing Ceremonies at Tagudin Central School. |

March 29, 2007. Mayor Jun personally donates a set of sound system to Cabugbugan
Community School. |

March 29, 2007. Graduation and Closing Ceremonies at Bimmanga Community School. |

Mom & baby receive goods donated by Tagudinians in Canada through the "Adopt a
Special Child" Program of the MCPC. |

March 31, 2007. Cabulanglangan's Barangay Fiesta highlighted by various
activities : Sports Festival, Parlor Games, Talent Shows, Socialization Night,
etc. |

March 31, 2007. Becques Community School's Graduation and Closing Ceremonies. |

March 30, 2007. Mayor Jun delivers an inspirational message at Baracbac
Community School's Commencement Exercises. |

March 29, 2007. Cabugbugan Community School's Graduation Ceremonies. |

March 29, 2007. Bitalag Elementary School's Closing Exercises with the theme: "Lakas
ng Kabataan Tungo sa Maunlad na Kinabukasan". |

March 30, 2007. Pacac Primary School's Closing Exercises where both Mayor Jun
and Vice Mayor Peter Manzano delivered inspirational messages. |

March 29, 2007. Mayor Jun delivers an inspirational message during Tagudin
Institute of Science and Technology's Commencement Exercises. |

March 28, 2007. Ambalayat Elementary School's Graduation and Closing Exercises. |

March 27, 2007. Closing Exercises at Bio Elementary School. |

March 29, 2007. Graduation and Closing Exercises of Tagudin National High School
graced by Municipal Officials headed by Mayor Jun, with the theme: "Student
Empowerment Towards Greater Productivity". |

March 28, 2007. Ribbon-cutting of Pallogan Elementary School's Stage. |

March 28, 2007. Pallogan Elementary School's Graduation and Closing Exercises. |

March 28, 2007. Pallogan Elementary School headed by its Principal Mr. Antonio
Bayuga, Brgy. Captain Benjamin Lazaga and District Councilor Onofre Bayuga award
a Certificate of Appreciation to Mayor Jun for his support in the establishment
of the school's stage and for giving a computer set for the use of the school. |

March 27, 2007. Las-ud Elementary School's Closing Exercises. |

March 27, 2007. Graduation Ceremonies at San Pedro Community School in Dardarat
graced by Municipal Officials led by Mayor Jun. |

March 27, 2007. Hooding Ceremony & Recognition Day at the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic
State College, Laboratory High School with the theme : "Pursuing, Reinvigorating
and Empowering Excellence", where Mayor Jun gave an inspirational message. |

March 26, 2007. Engr. and Mrs. Jim Paredes(members of Tagudinians of Northern
California), Ms. Angelina Paredes(member, Eastern Tagudinians Association), and
Mr. Eliseo Paredes(member, Tagudinians of Southern California) visit Pudoc West
Integrated High School. They were accompanied by Dr. Edgar Llanes, HT III of
Tagudin National High School and Municipal Councilors Elisa Bunoan, Theresa
Laranang, Onofre Bayuga, Jose Lodia Jr., Jose Ramos Jr., and Bernardo Tovera,
Jr. Said members of Tagudinian Associations abroad are again planning to extend
financial assistance to the said school. |

March 23, 2007. Ribbon-cutting of Ag-aguman Elementary School's new stage. |

March 23, 2007. Ag-aguman Elementary School's PTCA Night graced by the presence
of Mayor Jun and members of the Municipal Council. |

March 20, 2007. Jollibee San Fernando City, La Union (fronting town plaza) crew
and mascot with Tagudin's Municipal Clean and Green Committee. |

March 20, 2007. Jollibee San Fernando City, La Union Branch donates a single
unit of trash bin to Tagudin. |

March 20, 2007. Recognition and Moving-Up Ceremonies of the United Church of
Christ in the Philippines(UCCP) Nursery Kindergarten School. Mayor Jun was the
Guest Speaker during the said affair with the theme: "Living a Christ Driven
Life". |

March 18, 2007. Becques Barangay Fiesta where Mayor Jun, together with SBM
Bunoan, SBM Laranang, SBM Lorena, SBM Galang, SBM Lodia and SBM Ramos graced
said ocassion highlighted by the Coronation of Mrs. Becques. |

March 17, 2007. 7th Commencement Exercises of Family Christian Center with the
theme: "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom", where Mayor Jun was
the Guest of Honor and Speaker. SBM Tovera, SBM Bayuga and SBM Lodia likewise
graced the affair with their presence. |

March 9, 2007. The Municipal Clean and Green Committee conducts its assessment
in the Search for the Cleanest and Greenest School. |

March 9, 2007. "Fire Drill" takes part of the "Search for the Cleanest and
Greenest School". |

March 15, 2007. Symposium on RA 8972, otherwise known as the "Solo Parent Act of
2000" in celebration of Women's Month. Guest of honor and keynote speaker was
Ms. Anniely Ferrer of the DSWD Regional Office I. |

March 15, 2007. Public Hearing on the Proposed Traffic Ordinance conducted by
SBM Onofre Bayuga, SB Chair on the Committee on Transportation. |

March 13, 2007. Blood Typing in Barangay Dacutan by the staff of the Rural
Health Unit with SBM Jose Ramos, Jr., SB Chair on the Committee of Health and
SBM Elisa Bunoan. All 43 barangays will be visited by the said team for their
blood typing. |

March 10, 2007. Tagudin's Municipal Officials with Gov. Chavit in Cebu during
the End-Term National Assembly of the Philippine Councilors League. |

February 28, 2007. Ms. Lani Mercado-Revilla with Mayor Jun and the 43 Barangay
Captains of Tagudin. |

March 8, 2007. LGU-Tagudin's Diabetic Screening in coordination with Merck
Company where 78 patients were given free diabetic screening. There will again
be free screenings on March 22, April 19 and May 3, 2007. |

March 6, 2007. Cherry Lustina, an OFW in Singapore, together with Leticia Urpo,
Estela Rabago, Randy Rabago and Luz Navalta, came to the office of Mayor Jun to
personally thank him for his assistance for her repatriation. Cherry arrived in
the country last March 3, 2007, through the help of Mayor Jun by coordinating
with Ambassador Belen Anota, Ambassador of the Philippines to Singapore. |

March 6, 2007. Mayor Jun and MSWD Staff Guilfer Benliro give allowances (for the
month of March) and school supplies to all scholars of the Arapaapko, Sagutmo,
Adal Pumayso Program of the LGU. |

March 5, 2007. Mr. Prudencio Andaya of Ambalayat receives a single unit of
WALKER for his wife. Said walker was awarded by Mr. Romualdo Gapsin, Sr. and Mr.
Nelson Cuaresma in behalf of Mayor Jun. |

March 3, 2007. 9 Tagudinian scholars of Congressman Eric Singson receive their
tuition and allowance for the 2nd semester, 2006-2007. They were accompanied by
Mayor Jun's staff, Mr. Jovito Somera at Candon City, Ilocos Sur. |

March 2, 2007. Tagudin National High School's Field Day, where Mayor Jun
delivered an inspirational message. |

February 28, 2007. Mayor Jun with Ms. Lani Mercado, wife of Sen. Bong Revilla,
Jr., in Tagaytay during the "Lakbay Aral" of Tagudin's Association of Barangay
Captains. |

February 28, 2007. Mayor Jun receives Tagaytay's Certificate of Appreciation to
Tagudin for choosing their place as the venue of their "Lakbay Aral". |

February 28, 2007. Tagudin's Association of Barangay Captains with Gov. Chavit
Singson's daughter. |

February 28, 2007. Association of Barangay Captains' dinner at Rembrant Hotel. |

February 26, 2007. Tagudinians of Canada President Mr. Gerado Leal and wife
Norma turnover 2,000 Canadian dollars to the Local Government Unit of Tagudin,
through Mayor Jun for the Adopt a Special Child Program. |

February 26, 2007. Tagudinians of Canada President Mr. Gerardo Leal and wife Ms.
Norma Leal with Tagudin's Municipal Officials led by Mayor Jun. |

February 26, 2007. Adopt a Special Child beneficiary, Marjorie Portillas, a 3rd
degree malnourished baby, receives 200 Canadian dollars financial assistance
from Tagudinians of Canada. |

February 26, 2007. In behalf of the Tagudinians of Canada, Mr. Gerardo
Leal(President) and his wife Ms. Norma Leal, give the Association's financial
assistance to Stephanie Kyla Lubina(Adopt A Special Child Program beneficiary).
Stephanie is now undergoing her 3rd and last operation - Hirschsprung Disease. |

February 26,2007. Tagudinians of Canada, through their President Mr. Gerardo
Leal and his wife Norma, hand over 135 Canadian dollars, as their financial
assistance to Ms. Arlene Lapitan, mother of the late Jerlene Angeli (born
January 8, 2007, died February 1, 2007), diagnosed to have Hydranencephaly. The
late baby Jerlene is a beneficiary of the Adopt a Special Child Program. |

February 26, 2007. Baby Ayessa Mae Lozano, a beneficiary of the LGU's Adopt A
Special Child Program, receives 200 Canadian dollars from Tagudinians of Canada
through its President Mr. Gerardo Leal and wife Ms. Norma Leal. Ayessa was born
harelipped and with Epilepsy. |

February 23, 2007. 1st Canvassing for the 3rd Tikanlu Festival 2007's Search for
Miss Tagudin where representatives from 5 among the six groups gave their
initial cash votes for their respective candidates. Cash votes for the 5
candidates - LGU, National Line Agencies, DepEd High School, DepEd Elementary
and NGOs were the same at a thousand peso votes each. |

February 21, 2007. Meeting of the Local Council for Women presided by MLGOO
Manuel Dumagpi. |

February 20, 2007. Las-ud Elementary School Valentine Program graced by Mayor
Jun and members of the Municipal Council. |

February 20, 2007. Mr. Cristobal Quines, SAS Batch '66(Sport Committee Chairman,
2007 SAS Las Vegas Grand Alumni Homecoming) and brother Edwin Quines visit Mayor
Jun regarding the upcoming SAS Grand Alumni Homecoming in Las Vegas,USA.
Likewise, they also came to invite and encourage the attendance of SAS Principal
Sister Consuelo Gacutan, ICM. |

February 8, 2007. Tallaoen Primary School PTCA Night attended by Mayor Jun, SBM
Bunoan, SBM Bayuga, SBM Lorena, SBM Galang, SBM Tovera and SBM Ramos. |

February 8, 2007. Mayor Jun, SBM Bunoan, SBM Bayuga, SBM Lorena, SBM Galang, SBM
Tovera,SBM Ramos and ABC President ALicia Lorena grace Bimmanga Community
School's PTCA Night. |

February 6, 2007. Ongoing construction of Pudoc West Integrated High School
donated by Tagudinians Association of Southern California. |

February 6, 2007. Mayor Jun visits Pudoc West Integrated High School. |

February 7, 2007. Mr. Romualdo Gapasin (in behalf of Mayor Jun) meets with the
Cluster Basketball Tournament Technical Team and Heads regarding the upcoming
Cluster Basketball Tournament for the youth ages 17 years old and below. This
tournament is open to all 43 barangays of the town. |

February 6, 2007. Mayor Jun visits Sitio cadamortisan with Libtong Brgy. Capt.
Prudencio Somera. |

February 6, 2007. PC Supt Leopoldo N. Bataoil, Regional Director of the
Philippine National Police, Provincial Regional Office I and company visit Mayor
Jun. |

February 6, 2007. The ongoing construction of Libtong's Multi-Purpose Hall. |

February 6, 2007. Mayor Jun visits the ongoing construction of Jardin's
Multi-Purpose Hall. |

February 6, 2007. Mayor Jun visits Dacutan as part of his "Journey to the 43
Barangays". |

February 6, 2007. The ongoing construction of Borono Multi-Purpose Hall. |

February 6, 2007. Mayor Jun and Libtong Elementary School Principal Ms. Cristina
Lacasandile at the school's new Home Economics Building. |

February 2, 2007. Blessing of the new PNP Building led by Pastor Severino Ruiz
and Pastor Henry Pasion. |

February 2, 2007. Pol. Dir. Gen Salvacion and Mayor Jun unveil the Marker at the
new PNP building as an emblem for its occupancy. |

February 2, 2007. Ceremonial ribbon-cutting led by Police Director General Jose
Cera Salvacion and his wife during the Inauguration and Blessing of the new PNP
Tagudin Building. |

February 2, 2007. Mayor Jun gives tokens of appreciation to dignitaries for
their presence and support. |

February 5, 2007. Oathtaking of Ms. Mary Ann F. Laurente as Lacong's SK
Chairperson. |

February 2, 2007. Seminar on Traffic laws, rules, regulation and enforcement
conducted by Atty. Charlie Del Rosario from the Land Transportation Office in
San Fernando City, La Union. Said seminar was given to the Municipal Councilors,
Chief of Police, Regional Mobile Group, School Heads, Tagudin Tricycle Drivers
Association Presidents, School's Supreme Student Council Presidents and
Officials of the Federated Tanod Association. |

January 30, 2007. Oathtaking of Ms. Elizabeth L. Alcause as Secretary of
Barangay Bimmanga with Mayor Jun and Brgy. Captain Alicia Lorena. |

January 25, 2007. Mayor Jun, SBM Thess and SBM Onofre turnover to Baracbac,
through Brgy. Captain Crispina Ariola one set of Water Pump (TF 80, 8HP Mandarin
Diesel Engine) complete with steel base, bolts and pulleys, per request of the
barangay. Said pump was funded from the Municipal's share of RA 7171.o |

January 25, 2007. Mayor Jun, together with SBM Laranang and SBM Bayuga award a
single unit of Kuliglig Hand Tractor (powered by ER40 Kubota Diesel Engine)
complete with 1 pair rubber tires, plow and accessories, engine base, bolts and
pulleys) to Ambalayat. Said hand tractor was received by Ambalayat's Officials
headed by Brgy. Capt. Edgar Limon. It was funded from the share of Tagudin from
RA 7171. |

January 6, 2007. House warming of Mr. and Mrs. Alex and Belle Calangan in Bucao
East attended by SPM Bunoan, Mayor Jun, Mayor Edgar Zaragosa of Narvacan and
members of SAS Batch '70. |

January 24, 2007. Oathtaking of Tagudin's Writers' Club - Isagutko Kenka Writers
Club, with Mayor Jun. Its officers are : President-Mr. Romeo Licudine,
Vice-President-Mr.Guillermo Lardizabal, Secretary-Ms. Gliceria Manzano, Asst.
Secretary-Ma. Corazon Morla, Treasurer-Ms. Marites Bulatao, Auditor-Mr. Jessie
Fabro, PRO-Mr. Harry Manzano and Mr. Alejandro Pascua, Jr., Business Managers-Mr.
Leo Legaspina and Mr. Edmark de Guzman, Sgt.at Arms-Mr. Roger Lardizabal and Ms.
Karen Lizardo, Muse-Ms. Julie Pat Lanuza and Adonis-Mr. Philip Binay-an. This
undertaking is part of Radyo Natin Tagudin's Program under Mr. Edward "DJ Edwin"
Britos, who is the Host Dj and Organizer. |

January 23, 2007. Isagutko Kenka Writers Club headed by its President Mr. Romeo
Licudine, awards Mayor Jun with a Certificate of Appreciation for his support to
the said Club. |

January 20, 2007. SAS' admin, faculty and staff showcase their dancing prowess
during the SAS Family Day. |

December 20, 2007. Saint Augustines School's Family Day with the theme: "RAMBAK
PAMILIA 2007 : Building and Promoting Solidarity Among Families and Communities"
showcasing the various skills, talents and abilities of the admin, faculty,
staff and the whole studentry. |

Fourteen(14) units of Wheelchairs donated by MR. & MS. JIMMY AND MELY CORPUZ of
the US last December 15, 2006. 12 of the said wheelchairs were given last
December 15, 2006 to Special Children, 1 unit to the Municipal Health Office,
and 1 unit under the temporary safekeeping of the Office of the MSWD for future
use.
To Mr. and Ms. Corpuz, our heartfelt gratitude for your donation and support. |

Tagudin National High School Principal Mrs. Rosita Pascua and School
Administrator Dr. Edgar Llanes receive 3 sets of encyclopedia and 1 set of
Science Books donated by Mr. and Mrs. Mauricio Dauz of Barangay Bio now residing
in Ontario, Canada. Said books were sent by the donors through Dr. Llanes last
November 18, 2006. |

January 17, 2007. Oathtaking of Bucao West SK Chair Grace B. Tejada with Mayor
Jun witnessed by Mr. Nelson Cuaresma and their Barangay Secretary Mr. Felix
Lacasandile. |

January 17, 2007. Mayor Jun and Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz turnover US
$4,000 donated by the Tagudinians Association of Southern California through its
President Mr. Niceto Batac to Ms. Maria Cherry Perez, Head Teacher III, Brgy.
Captain Mario Gorospe of Pudoc West and PTCA President Mr. Silveno Larroza, for
the construction of a one-classroom school building at Pudoc West Integrated
High School. |

January 17, 2007. Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement between the Local
Government Unit of Tagudin represented by Mayor Jun and Municipal Treasurer
Adelaida Corpuz and Pudoc West Integrated School, Department of Education, Pudoc
West, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur represented by Ms. Maria Cherry G. Perez, Head Teacher
III and Brgy. Captain Mario Gorospe, for the transfer of US$4,000 donated by the
Tagudinians Association of Southern California for the construction of a single
unit of school building. |

January 16, 2007. Mayor Jun, Municipal Accountant Leilani Vee Cabañero and
Municipal Budget Officer Febie Lardizabal meet with the Barangay Capatains,
Barangay Bids and Awards Committee Chairperson and Treasurers of the 1st Batch
of Barangays - Ag-aguman, Ambalayat, Baracbac, Bario-an, Baritao, Becques,
Bimmanga, Bio, Bitalag, Borono and Bucao East, regarding their 2007 budget,
plans and programs. |

January 16, 2007. Mayor Jun and Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz distribute
to the treasurers of the 43 barangays their 25% share in the 2006 collection of
Real Property Taxes and Community Tax Certificates in their respective barangays. |

January 16, 2007. Courtesy Call of the officers of BILEG Ti Gabur at the Office
of Mayor Jun. |

January 11, 2007. Oathtaking of Barangay Kagawads Mr. Dionisio Lascota, Mr.
Pedro Lacasandile and Ms. Clara Serrano of Pacac, Baritao and Tampugo
respectively, with Mayor Jun. They were witnessed by SBM Bernardo Tovera, Jr.,
their Barangay Captains, MLGOO Manuel Dumagpi and Mr. Nelson Cuaresma. |

January 15, 2007. Turnover of one(1) unit wheelchair to the Office of the
Municipal Health Officer. Said wheelchair was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy and
Mely Corpuz of the USA. |

Mrs. Jenny Lyn Garcia took her Oath of Office as Administrative Aide III (Clerk)
in the Office of the Mayor effective 02 January 2007. |

January 10, 2007. Scholars of "Arapaapko, Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso" project of
Tagudin received their monthly allowance including school supplies from Mayor
Jun. |

January 5, 2007. Employees of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin underwent
briefing on Performance Evaluation System (PES) from Civil Service Provincial
Director Hedy Jose Lardizabal. |
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