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	ASAP CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL Thanks to Our Sponsors Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. Ms. Evangeline I. Verzosa Brgy. Capt. Leonora Villamar Ms. Carmen Lazo Mr. Severino Villamar Ms. Febie L. Carpio Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Tagalicud Ms. Marina Balicoco Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Ladi Ms. Mary Dela Peña Ms. Josefina Barbado MC Dela Peña Tagudin Women's Cooperative Non-Government Organizations Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) Student Government Organization - High School Mr. David Sy Ms. Julie Somera Mr. and Mrs. Efren Galdones Mr. and Mrs. Dindo Magpali Mr. and Mrs. Gerardo Leal Mr. Ben Lelina Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Salgado (ELCAMAR) Zeny's Supermart L & D Minimart Mr. and Mrs. Felicidad Ringor Ms. Vicky Lodia-Toledo Cebuana Lhuillier Engr. and Mrs. Rolando Godoy Farmacia Somera Unilight Plumbing Shell Tagudin, Ilocos Sur Brgy. Capt. Crispina Areola Purina OIC Capt. Benjamin Areola Jollibee Ms. Susima Garcia Engr. Ruben Cortez Ms. Corazon Moral Mr. and Mrs. Calixto Domingo Mr. and Mrs. Francisco Jove Ms. Francel Lamadrid Humania International Goldshine Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Jimms's Herbal Products

DARDARAT | Kids benefit from Health Program

Thirty (30) malnourished children from Dardarat benefited from the Supplemental Feeding Assistance Program through the DSWD-Kabisig ng Kalahi tie-up Project. This program aims to assuage the low nutritional status
of said beneficiaries.

The launching of the project was last December 20, 2005. Mr. Christopher Nelson, Managing Director of Philip Morris Corporation, Atty.Amy Barbasa and Mrs. Victoria Weineke of Kabisig ng Kalahi, Director Porfiria Bernardez of DSWD Regional Field Office I and Tagudin's Local Chief Executive, Mayor Jun graced the affair.

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed among and between Philip Morris Corporation thru Mr. Nelson, Mayor Jun, Ms. Weineke and Dir. Bernardez.

Cans of Lactum powdered milk were given to the beneficiaries courtesy of Mead Johnson plus a check worth one hundred thousand pesos (PhP 100,000.00).

Mayor Jun helps save fisherman

Through the intercession of the Office of Mayor Jun, Mr. Rodolfo Barnachea Lucina, 34, a fisherman of Libtong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur was rescued from possible danger at open sea, December 21, 2005.

According to Lucina, he went out to sea on his "banca" (fishing boat)at about 4:00 o'clock in the afternoon of December 21 to fix some fishcages as per instruction of Chief Tanod, Arnold Lazo. Unfortunately, while he was trying to fix the fishcages, the waves suddenly became strong making it very difficult for him to return ashore.

He stayed afloat at open sea for the night until 6:00 p.m. of the following day, December 22, when he was rescued.

Because he did not return at that night and the next day, Mr. Arnold Lazo sought the help of Brgy. Captain Prudencio Somera. Together, they went to the Tagudin PNP who coordinated with Santiago, Ilocos Sur Coastguards. However, there were no Coastguards on duty.

On that same day, Chief Tanod Lazo and Brgy. Capt. Somera came to the Office of Mayor Jun who contacted Commodore Petronilo P. Magno, Commanding General of the Naval Forces at North Poro Point, San Fernando City, La Union. Commodore Magno immediately responded and sent a rescue team to the area. At around 6:00 p.m., Rodolfo Lucina was rescued via a helicopter. He was then brought for medical examination
the Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital. Per findings of the medical staff, Rodolfo was weakened due to his hunger and the cold.

Rodolfo now, has already been discharged and is back to normal and usual routine.

On December 28, 2005, soon after his recovery, Rodolfo Lucina personally came to the Office of Mayor Jun to thank him for his assistance.

LGU ties up with Lorma for Christmas Medical Mission

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, as part of its ASAP Christmas Festival, tied up with Lorma Medical Center - Lorma Colleges Community Outreach Program Department and Lorma Community Development Foundation, Inc., for a Medical Mission held at the Tagudin Municipal Auditorium last December 21, 2005.

This medical mission provided all Tagudinians with a variety of medical, dental, medical-technological, physical therapy and simple laboratory procedures (blood typing, urinalysis, stool examination, hemoglobin count and hematocrit) services, etc. About a thousand Tagudinians benefitted from this project.

Kids crowned on Municipal Day Care Night

On December 19, 2005, the Office of the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer culminated the 15th Municipal Day Care Coronation Rites at the Municipal Auditorium. Gracing the said affair were the Municipal Officials headed by Hon. Mayor Jun Verzosa who also the Guest of Honor and Speaker and Barangay Officials.

Those crowned during the said affair were:
King - Roldan Andaya I of Ranget Day Care Center
Queen - Bianca Mae Gofredo I of Tampugo Day Care Center
1st Prince - John Carlo Cabading
1st Princess - Christine Joy Andaya
2nd Prince - Jeric Dela Pierre
2nd Princess - Mary Grace Andaya

Also present on this ocassion were SPM Jose Bunoan Jr., and SPM Meljohn I. Verzosa.

ASAP Christmas Festival Culminating Program

As culminating program for the ASAP Christmas Festival, a gift-giving to all the less-fortunate and impoverished families of the municipality was held at the Municipal Auditorium last December 23, 2005. Around 400 children with their parents were invited for this occasion.

The mascots of two of its sponsors came - Jollibee and Cebuana Lhuillier, who both added joy and excitement to the children.

Grocery items, clothes, books and toys were given to all who came. Gifts of love (money) from Mayor Jun were also given to the children. SPM Meljohn Verzosa, SBM Rodrigo Lorena and SK Federated VP Julie Ann Figuracion came to grace the said occasion.

ASAP Tagudin Chess Fest 2005 Beyond Tournament

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin launches ASAP TAGUDIN CHESS FEST 2005, a vision beyond the confines of competition on December 27, 2005 with twenty(20) local rated players on its slate. Doing the ceremonial move is the energetic and sports enthusiast, Hon. Mayor Jun Verzosa and Mr. Jose Lucero.

According to Major Romualdo Gapasin Jr., the Interim Chairman, and the organizing members, this tournament is but an "Icebreaker" or appetizer for the year-round Chess Development and Training Program in various categories from the Kiddie Division, Junior Division and Senior Division.

Chess Clinic will be offered for the Kiddie and Junior Divisions in order to motivate potential players from among the young generations. A well-organizad Program of Instructions by selected Chess Instructors will be given for free.

The First Phase of the Program will be limited within inter-barangays and inter-schools during Saturdays and Sundays to gain appreciation and interest to prospective players.

Chess Lessons can divert dull momemts of the younger groups into super-active mental gymnastics and analytical evolution of complex moves of this beautiful and wonderful game.

Noteworthy to say - Chess Games as sport and mind development is included in the 12 Flagship Programs of the present governance of the Municipality of Tagudin.

BECQUES | Barangay Becques Holds 3rd Paredes Cup

Barangay Becques conducted the opening of its 3rd Paredes Cup Invitational Basketball Tournament, December 28, 2005 where Mayor Jun did the ceremonial toss. This 3rd Paredes Cup is sponsored by Engr. and Mrs. Jim Paredes and the Paredes Family in the United States.

Games are slated starting December 28, 2005 until March 19, 2006.

Municipal Councilors Onofre Emerito Bayuga and Maria Theresa Laranang (District Councilor for Becques) also graced the said ocassion.

LGU-Tagudin holds Christmas Program

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin held its Christmas Program last December 16, 2005. Likewise, the birthday celebrants for the months of October, November and December were given recognition and tokens from Mayor Jun.

The entire LGU family enjoyed the spirit of the holiday season through games, sharing, gift-giving and a sumptuous meal.

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin held its Christmas Program last December 16, 2005. Likewise, the birthday celebrants for the months of October, November and December were given recognition and tokens from Mayor Jun.

The entire LGU family enjoyed the spirit of the holiday season through games, sharing, gift-giving and a sumptuous meal.

26 trained to make stuffed toys

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin together with the Technical Skills and Development Authority (TESDA), Ilocos Sur,
sponsored a training workshop on Stuffed Toy Making from December 14-16, 2005. Trainors from the Cottage
Industries Technology Center (CITC), Ms. Ana D. Macapañas and Ms. Maria Elsie A. Consigo taught the twenty six (26)
participants from the different barangays. The trained participants will in turn teach their barangay mates
under the principle of replication.

Anent to this, the LGU, through its Technical Education and Skills Development Committee (TESDC) will support the production and marketing of the products.

Tagudinian is Outstanding Rice Farmer

The Department of Agriculture - Regional Field Unit 1 conducted a Gawad-Saka Awarding last December 15, 2005 for the outstanding Farmers of Region 1. And the municipality of Tagudin is proud and honored to have Mr. Antonio L. Villanueva as a National Rice Farmer. Mayor Jun, personnel of the Municipal Agriculture's Office and the rest of the staff of LGU-Tagudin are very supportive of him. To know more about our National Rice Farmer, he is from Brgy. Lacong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. He has not grown tired of waking up at dawn each day to tend his 2.5 hectares farm for he considers agriculture as his source of fortune and strength in life. Basically, Mang Anton was Ilocos Sur's 2002 Outstanding Rice Farmer Adopting Integrated Farming System. For 3 consecutive years now (2003-2005), he holds the title as Regional Winner for Outstanding Rice Farmer. With diligence, perseverance and resourcefulness, his farm is now a lush and bountifulness.

Mang Anton's 2.5 farm is utilized wisely. He makes schedules of the cropping season for his rice crop and integrates rice-fish culture, vegetable planting and corn farming. He also maintains a 1,500sq. m. fishpond in the area with around 3,000 tilapia breeders wherein he adopts the broadcasting method in feeding them. His livestock and poultry enterprises which include raising a close to a hundred swine, four cattles, 50 meat-typed and 20 meat-typed chicken, has proven to be a highly profitable venture for Mang Anton.

Being a receptive implementor of innovative rice farming technologies, Mang Anton observes straight row planting using hybrid rice seedlings and applies nitrogen top dressing 25 days after transplanting. He also adopts the IPM teachings and the use of organic fertilizer utilizing animal manure and farm wastes.

These practices certainly contributed to the increase of Mang Anton's yield thus giving him a bountiful harvest. In fact, his recent harvest gained him a net income of P260,962.00 for his crop alone.

And with the additional income he gains from his vegetable, fishery, livestok and poultry projects, certainly Mang Anton is able to provide more than enough for his family's needs.

As six of his seven children are now all professionals, Mang Anton considers this as his greatest reward from agriculture and for that, he would remain to be a farmer by heart and deed.

Farmers graduate in goat school
The Farmers Livestock School on Integrated Goat Management in Ambalayat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur held its graduation ceremonies on December 14, 2005. The FLS-IGM is a 28-week duration based on scientific approach to farmers that tackle not only a single aspect of production, but on a holistic perspective which includes health, feeding, breeding, husbandry, economics and allied enterprise management. Activities are done right at the farmers own goat farms and data are gatheredand analyzed by using their own animals and situations.

Objectives of the project:

1. To help set up job and income generation and farm diversification projects in rural areas through goat production.
2. To increase goat production.
3. To upgrade/improve breed of goat in the locality.
4. To empower goat raisers to pursue a successful goat enterprise.

Moreover, small ruminant production, particularly goat raising has always been an integral part of Philippine Agriculture, playing the important role as good cash provider bringing in the much needed supplemental income and ensuring food security to the farm family.

Tagudin.gov.ph is Finalist in eLGU Web Contest

The Tagudin Official Website has proven a lot of things. Behind its daunting role in serving Tagudinians around the world, it is also undoubtedly an online charm.

Recently, the Electronic Governance in Local Government Units by the National Computer Center released the list of Finalists in the Web Contest 2005, where the website was able to make it in the results. The national level contest aims to establish and maintain an official presence of Local Government Units on the Internet.

With barely a year after its launching, the website has been a window for the international community to access what Tagudin takes pride to offer. But more than just a pride of place, it's also an honor for Tagudinians overseas who take refuge into this virtual hometown, which is definitely reaping awards as well.

Tagudin grabs "Best Booth" Award

Tagudin started its December with a best shot in the Feria de Candon Circa 1892 where it won the Best Booth Award among all the municipalities of the second district of Ilocos Sur on December 1. Tagudin is very well participated and represented by its officials and employees. The ASAP Tagudin "Ruangan ti Ilocandia" booth offers not only an artistic view of the town. It also depicts the livelihood, lifestyle, creativity and resourcefulness of its people. Basically, it does not only attract common passersby but is also commended great political leaders as well. Among these leaders were Governor Luis "Chavit" Singson, Cong. Eric Singson and Mayor Allen Singson. National and local media also enjoyed the beauty of Tagudin where it showcased various products like the native rice cakes, rice wine, calamansi products, native vinegar, wood crafts, abel and a lot more.

The Feria de Candon Circa 1892 or Candon City Expo is held on December 1-4, 2005.

Committee chairmen and members of Tagudin dedicates the award to Mayor Jun as he is the inspiration of Tagudin. This is again one reason to be thankful for, another event to remember for once again, Tagudinians have proven its best! Congratulations to all Tagudinians! This award is for all of us!!!

Lantern Contest launched

One of the activities in celebration with the Christmas Season is the Lantern Competition which is of two categories, using indigenous materials and recyclables. This competition aims not only to bring out Tagudinians' ingenuity and resourcefulness but also to advocate environmental awareness and protection which is in line with the ongoing Ecological Solid Waste Management Program of our Municipality. Last December 1, 2005 was the deadline for the submission of entries. The Committee on Lantern Competition received forty four (44) entries for the indigenous category and twenty three (23) for the recyclables. All entries were prejudged by the committee on December 5, 2005 and the final judging for the qualified lanterns shall be on December 12, 2005. Awarding of prizes for the winners will be on December 23,2005, the culminating festivity day of the municipality.

Farmers receive hybrid corn seeds

Corn is one one of the major ingredients in the formulation of animal feeds. The Livestock Industry in our country is booming nowadays to supply the lean meat requirements of the burgeoning population. The demand of animal feeds in the local industry increase as the the demand of Hybrid Corn in the market is also great.

Crop Diversification is one among the 12 Flagship Programs of our beloved Mayor. His support in the Agriculture sector particularly in providing Hybrid Corn seeds as a "Plant Now Pay Later Scheme" with no interest is of great help especially to small farmers. This program will also support GMA Corn Program to boost the production of yellow corn in the country. This year, more and more farmers are engaged in corn production thus creating additional employment in agriculture sector, increasing their income and uplifting the living standard of our farmers in Tagudin. Just recently, Mayor Jun distributed hybrid corn to the recipient-farmers with the hope of a bigger and more quality production.

Tagudinians of Canada help renovate OB-Ward

With the concerted effort of Tagudinians of Canada in coordination with Mayor Jun Verzosa and Dr. Eugene Dauz, Chief of the Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital, a new OB-Ward was renovated. Mayor Jun was the guest of honor during the cutting of the ribbon and blessing of the said ward last November 17, 2005.

In behalf of the whole staff and personnel of SISDH, Dr. Dauz wanted to extend his deepest gratitude to all Tagudinians of Canada, represented by the ever-supportive Mayor. The OB-Ward was renovated to give a better service and a more comfortable stay for mothers who have just delivered and to their newly-born babies

OOn November 8, 2004, barely four months after Mayor Jun Verzosa took his oath of office as mayor of Tagudin, the Official Website of Tagudin, http://www.tagudin.gov.ph/ was launched. Almost overnight this municipality was thrust into the global stage of the World Wide Web.

More than just a photo journalism showcase, the website has lived up to its promise of bridging the gap between the administration and its constituents, not only locally but around the world.

The website is a major source of local news and events happening at home and abroad. Tagudinians, specially those living and working elsewhere in the world have long wanted and craved to be informed of news and events from home. The timely availability of hometown news and information help to ease the pain of homesickness while encouraging those who have stayed away for a long time to come back home and be reunited with family and friends.

Sitting in the backdrop of all this is the fact that the tagudin.gov.ph website promotes transparency in the running of the local government for all to readily see. It has been a most effective venue for encouraging volunteerism and for sending out appeals for generosity to aid other people in need. By actively participating in the life and processes of the website – through email notes, suggestions, ideas, concerns, guestbook sign ups - many Tagudinians have come to be involved in the life of the local government. After all, the government is, for and by the people!

Going forward, Mr. Martin Lasquite, the web developer, designer and webmaster pledges to provide his most excellent services to Tagudin by taking tagudin.gov.ph to another level.

Gen. Lomibao leads PNP infra groundbreaking rites

Police Director General Arturo Carbonel Lomibao, the Chief, Philippine National Police headed the Groundbreaking Ceremony of the New Tagudin Police Station last November 5, 2005.

Municipal Officials and Employees, Sangguniang Bayan Members, Barangay Officials and the whole residents of Tagudin represented by Mayor Jun is deeply honored and proud to have the renowned and ever-supportive PDG as the guest of honor. The two-storey building will rise at Brgy. Del Pilar, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. As Mayor Jun has said during the program, the realization of a new structure for our Police Personnel is actually a milestone and historic success of the people of Tagudin and the Philippine National Police, It is not only the Police Personnel to benefit but the residents and general public at large in the name of peace, security and progress.

The affair was also attended by PNP personnel from the different neighboring towns of Tagudin.

Tagudinians observe Piesta Dagiti Minatay

Generally, there are more Roman Catholics in Tagudin than any other religions. And in a Christian community, November 1 is celebrated as All Saints Day.

This special day for our departed is observed differently this year as compared to the previous commemorations. The administration of Mayor Jun did everything to have a more meaningful, peaceful and orderly celebration. Few days before November 1, members of the Task Force Kaluluwa 2005 have been in the streets and in the public cemetery to monitor the situation and ensure immediate response for any untoward incidences that may occur, especially so that greater number of vehicles pass by the area during this occasion.

The public cemetery was fully-lighted last October 30 to November 1, 2005 to give a better view and ambience to those who wanted to visit their loved ones during the night. Municipal Officials and employees, Medical Team from the Municipal Health Office, Tagudin PNP, Barangay Officials and Police and Guardians were on-call along the highway and the vicinity of the cemetery ready for emergencies.

On the evening of 31 October 2005, Religious Christian songs were rendered from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. as a new way to pay respect and prayers for our departed ones. This practice is being observed in many progressive cities and municipalities in the country.

There was a designated area for flowers, candles, food and beverages' stalls in the cemetery. With this, there was a better flow for all visitors who came in to visit their dead. Tricycle drivers also took advantage of the many passengers going back and forth the area.

Indeed, November 1, 2005 is a truly remarkable day for Tagudinians and all its visitors.

Thanksgiving mass held for Jane, Gwenn

"Justice for Jane, Life for Gwenn", this has been the cry of the recently conducted thanksgiving mass for Eddie, the husband of the late Jane La Puebla and Edwin Aguilar, husband of Gwenn. The mass was held at the Baluarte chapel last October 30, 2005, in coordination with the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur. This was officiated by Nueva Segovia Archbishop Ernesto Salgado, DD.

Accompanied by Mayor Jun, Edwin received the cash donation from the provincial government handed by Hon. Governor Luis "Chavit" Singson who also gave the same amount to Eddie. Also in the affair were Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members Gerry Singson and Jose Pepito Bunoan, Jr.

Tagudin Celebrates Children’s Day

The Council for the Welfare of Children celebrates October as the National Children’s Month, and this year’s theme is “Bright Child: Yaman ng Magulang, Lakas ng Bayan”.

Despite the economic crisis being faced by our country, the Local Government Unit of Tagudin never hesitated to hold on its own a Children’s Day. This was conducted last October 26, 2005 at the municipal auditorium. The auditorium was fully packed by participants from the different schools like Tagudin National High School (TNHS), Saint Augustine’s School (SAS), Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) -High School Department, Tagudin district, Tagudin Adventist Multi-Grade School, United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) preparatory school and Day Care Centers.

The celebration was made more significant by various competitions such as Poster-Making Contest for high school and elementary levels and Essay Writing Contest for High School level. These contests were held at TNHS simultaneous to the program proper at the auditorium.

Excellent dance, song and calisthenics’ performances were presented during the program which gave entertainment to the audiences. Mayor Jun, the program’s Guest of Honor and Speaker could not explain his happiness seeing these children perform at their best. Mr. Ferdinand Concepcion, Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer who also graced the affair was so amazed with the exemplary talents that Tagudinians have. It was also during this program that Day Care Books from Ms. Kim Bernard Lokim, Party List Representative of Citizen's Battle Against Corruption were distributed to the different Day Care Workers for their respective Day Care Centers.

In the last part of the program, the winners in the different contests were announced as follows:

Poster-Making Contest (High School)
1st Prize - Lester Lutchina
2nd Prize - Francis Jo Distor
3rd Prize - Charles Emerson Acosta

Poster-Making Contest (Elementary)
1st Prize - Anne Charmaine Cortez
2nd Prize - Clarenz Somera
3rd Prize - Wilfred Somera

Essay-Writing Contest
1st Prize - Arwin Cabanting
2nd Prize - Mary Lyn Andaya
3rd Prize - Karrina June Arroyo

Indeed, the program would not be as successful as it was without the participation and coordination of the different school heads, teachers, and students/pupils especially the Municipal Officials and Employees headed by Mayor Jun.

Prayer Vigil held for Gwen

"Bring Home Gwen Alive", "Save The Life of Gwen Aguilar", "Due Process For Gwen Aguilar" - these are some among the cries echoed during the prayer vigil held last October 14, 2005 at Gwen Aguilar's residence in Baracbac, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.

The celebrants for this prayer vigil were : Pastor Jerry Blanco, Pastor Jerry Ansadon, Pastor Henry Passion, Pastor Ariel and Pastor Jayson Ringcordan. Said vigil was attended by Migrante Cordillera, Anak Pawis, Bayan Ilocos, Ilocos Human Rights Advocates, Karapatan, Gabriela and Tagudinians.

This event was also covered by various media groups.

DTI, DENR conduct market inspection

Personnel from Department of Trade and Industry - Ilocos Sur Provincial Office, in coordination with Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Local Government of Tagudin conducted an inspection last October 13, 2005 in all stalls in the public market particularly their weighing scales and products being sold which are not delivered from authorized dealers in celebration of the Consumer Welfare Month.

There were some vendors found to have violated the rules and guidelines. Weighing scales found to be defective were confiscated and brought to the Municipal Hall. Many were also found to have not been calibrated. Among the DTI personnel were Ms. Angelita Alvis, Ms. Rose Casca, Mr. Pedro Romano, Jr., Mr. Aurora Ragasa and Ms. Aurora Albaniel. Mr. Avelino Bang-asan was the representative from the DENR.

Northern California Tagudinians respond to Sagut Ayat

Agipaay Sagut Ayat ti Paskua, a Christmas gift giving program of the Municipality of Tagudin has received an overwhelming response locally and internationally.

A balikbayan box from the Tagudinians of Northern California was personally delivered at the Office of Mayor Jun by the association's President, Mr. Alejandro Ladi. He was accompanied by his loving wife, Paulina. Mayor Jun and Administrative Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid gladly and gratefully accepted the gifts.

TNHS holds Intrams 2005

Tagudin National High School celebrated its Intramurals 2005 last October 5-7 with the theme "Ang Sports Ay Pagyamanin Tungo sa Pag-unlad ng TNHS". The three-day affair was formally opened on October 5 highlighting the coronation of Mr. & Ms. Intramurals 2005. Mayor Jun Verzosa was the Crowning Guest, Keynote Speaker, and the Inducting Officer for the school's Music, Arts, Physical and Health Education (MAPE) Club Officers.

The school's gymnasium was fully-packed with students, faculty members and visitors. Cheering exhibitions from the freshies, sophomores, juniors and seniors were presented. This was one of the main highlights of the program. Through this, the talents, creativity, skills and charm of the students were showcased. Truly, TNHS is not only a school that enhances and improves the mental abilities of its students, it likewise develops sportsmanship and camaraderie. More images here!

LGU-Tagudin celebrates Family Day

The LGU-Tagudin family celebrated its Family Day in line with the Family Week Celebration on the last week of September. All officials and employees of the Local Government were enjoined to bring along their family members and relatives to the said half-day affair. This activity was spearheaded by the Office of the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office.

SAS takes nature walk at Dumpsite

Saint Augustine's School's teaching and non-teaching staff, grades 5 and 6 pupils and high school students, headed by the Principal, Sister Consuelo Gacutan, ICM went for a "Nature Walk" at the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite in Cabulanglangan, on September 20, 26 up to 28, 2005 in response to the celebration of the Science and Technology Month. A total of 956 pupils and students visited the dumpsite.

Members of the Municipal Solid Waste Management Council headed by Mayor Jun, were the resource speakers and tour guides. Lectures on the the history and making of the dumpsite and ecological solid waste management involving recycling, material recovery facilty, composting and segregation were given.

After their visit they had their interviews/interaction with the residents of Cabulanglangan.

SAS initiates coastal cleanup

A coastal clean-up along the 11 coastal areas of the municipality of Tagudin was conducted by the Saint Augustine's School's administration, faculty, staff, grades 5-6 pupils and high school students last October 7 in coordination with the Local Government Unit of Tagudin and the concerned barangay captains under the auspices of Mayor Jun. A total of one thousand ten (1,010) joined in this clean-up.

The eleven barangays located along the coastal areas are : Tarangotong, Pacac, Sawat, Pudoc West, Bimmanga, Farola, Dardarat, Libtong, Borono, Tampugo and Becques.

Medical teams, safety and security, communication and transportation facilities were provided by the LGU in coordination with the Barangay Officials.

ISAPV-Tagudin holds Photography/Videography confab

Mayor Jun Verzosa was the guest of honor and inducting officer in the Ilocos Sur Association of Professional Photo-Videographers' 2nd Induction Ceremony and Workshop conducted last September 25, 2005 at Villa Marlene function hall, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. The said seminar-workshop focused mainly on the fine art of nude photography and basic videography. Dr. Sean James Arthur Clare was the resource speaker for the fine art of nude photography and Mr. Ronald Singson on the basic videography.

LGPMS attendees echo package to LGU Officials

The Local Governance Performance Management System (LGPMS) is a management and development support tool that has the ability to generate information on the levels of local government capability, service delivery and state of development. Such information enables local authorities to effectively link resources to priority areas for improvement or reforms. This was field-tested for about 9 months in 2004 in 113 cities and municipalities across the country, primarily to test the performance indicator and web base system. A nationwide training was conducted on this where the LGU of Tagudin sent participants last September 12-14, 2005 at the Citystate Tower Hotel in Manila.

The participants, Major Romualdo R. Gapasin, Sr.(Private Secretary II Of Mayor Jun) and Ma. Elena R. Ringor presented to Mayor Jun, members of the Municipal Council, Heads of Offices and the Municipal Interior Local Government Officer said LGPMS package last September 27, 2005.

Henceforth, the Hon. Mayor Jun directed all concerned Heads of Offices to ensure that all data must be validated before it will be encoded to the LGPMS so that a more realistic State of Local Government Report (SLGR) will be factually generated and reflected for the consumption of the local, provincial, regional and national governance monitoring. It is hands-on policy and to give life initially, Mayor required the LGPMS LG team to come up with an updated QUARTERLY LGPMS Status Report for the Municipality of Tagudin.

Tagudinian farmers receive free hybrid rice seeds

Through a resolution by the Sangguniang Bayan Members, signed by Mayor Jun Verzosa, Tagudin was granted by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur, through Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson, 440 bags of hybrid rice seeds. Each bag contains 20 kilos of seed, enough for one-hectare.

Last September 27, 2005, Tagudin received an initial delivery of 200 bags. These will be distributed to all interested rice farmers through the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist as part of the Hybrid Rice Commercialization Program of the Provincial Government.

Public Hearing on SWM ordinance conducted

The Sannguniang Bayan Committee on Environmental Protection (SB Committee on EP) together with the Municipal Solid Waste Management Board (MSWMB) drafted an ordinance known as the Ecological Solid Waste Management Ordinance of the Municipality of Tagudin. However, prior to the enactment by the Sangguniang Bayan, this drafted ordinance shall be subjected for a Public Hearing for further ratification, suggestions, recommendations, comments and approval by the public. Notices of public hearing were sent to all Barangay Captains, NGOs/POs and all interested Tagudinians.

The Public Hearing was conducted last September 25, 2005 at the Municipal Hall. The SB Committee on EP, the MSWMB and Hon. Mayor Jun were present and acted as members of the Public Hearing Board. 91 stakeholders attended the hearing. SB Chairman on EP, Hon. Neopito Galang presided the said hearing. He read and presented to the public the draft of the Municipal Ordinance. After the reading, an open forum followed. Reactions, comments, suggestions and recommendations were all acknowledged and noted. After the deliberation and discussions, Mayor Jun gave his final and overall recommendation which was unanimously approved by the body. This ordinance will then be finalized for endorsement to the Municipal Council for its enactment and adoption.

ITDI Conducts Training on Calamansi Processing

LGU-Tagudin in coordination with experts from the Industrial Technology and Development Institute (ITDI), Manila conducted a training on Calamansi Processing, September 20-22, 2005. The aim of this training is to introduce the latest and most innovative equipment/facility/technology on calamansi processing with the aim of accelerating technological advancement in the municipality and to inform the producers on the trends of this industry, Calamansi being the One Town One Product (OTOP) of Tagudin.

The training consists of the following activities:
1. Basic Good Manufacturing Practices
2. Lecture on Fruit Juices
3. Lecture on Jams and Jellies
4. Hands-on Training on Calamansi Concentrate
5. Hands-on Training on RTD Calamansi Juice Drink
6. Hands-on Training on Calamansi Jelly
7. Soap-making

LGU-Tagudin bags CSC Award

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, Administrative Office is a receipient of a Certificate of Appreciation from the Civil Service Commission, Provincial Office for being one of the agencies in Ilocos Sur who were first to submit complete and accurately filled up Personal Data Sheets of all its personnel. This award was given to Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid, Administrative Officer IV on September 20, 2005 during the 105th Anniversary of the Philippine Civil Service Commission, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur by Provincial Director Hedy Jose Lardizabal.

"Sagut Ayat" Program launched

The LGU-Tagudin Family launched its "Sagut Ayat" (Bundles of Love) Program last September 19, 2005. This program aims to share the spirit of sharing, giving and love during the Christmas season.

In this program, officials and employees of the LGU are encouraged to share clothes, toys, and food stuffs to the indigent members of the municipality. Private citizens, non-government organizations and private organizations are likewise invited to join in this noble endeavor.

Mayor Jun, together with the members of the Municpal Council spearheaded this program.

Calamansi: Tagudin's ONE Product

The Municipality of Tagudin has been chosen and identified by the Department of Trade and Industry Provincial Office as one of the recipients/beneficiaries of PGMA's Flagship Program on ONE TOWN, ONE PRODUCT (OTOP).

Tagudin, being an agricultural-based town abounds with a variety of agricultural products, to include rice, corn, tobacco, calamansi and vegetables. Under the OTOP, each town has to identify one among its agri products to be its OTOP. This chosen product will then be developed for its marketing potential.

Calamansi, has been chosen as the OTOP of the town because there is an oversupply of the said product. Through the assistance of the DTI - Provincial Office headed by Prov'l. Dir. Grace R. Lapastora, CESO V, LGU Officials and Personnel headed by Mayor Jun together with some officers of the Calamansi Growers of Tagudin visited the Castillejos Farms and Conservatory to learn and adopt the methodology and techniques in the making of Calamansi -based products - marmalade, juice concentrate, calamansi with nata and other preservatives.

SWM Intensive Education Campaign Writeshop held

The Intensive Education Campaign Committee on Solid Waste Management conducted a Refresher Course for all its members last September 17, 2005 at the Tagudin District Office in coordination and cooperation with the District Supervisor of Tagudin and deans/principals/presidents of the different schools in the municipality. This is in preparation for the Simultaneous Launching of said program to the forty three barangays of the municipality.

Teachers and students from all schools - Public Elementary Schools, Tagudin National High School, Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Saint Augustine's School and Tagudin Institute of Science of Science and Technology Foundation, Inc., were tapped as speakers for the simultaneous launching on the 24th of September 2005.

Tagudin receives nation's first Local Skills Dev't Training

The Local Government of Tagudin had been chosen by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Ilocos Sur as the recipient of the 1st Local Skills Development Training Nationwide held at Filmag, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur from September 14-16, 2005. According to TESDA Prov'l. Director Gemma Q. Rendon, Tagudin has been chosen by their Office because it is a very promising municipality with a proactive Mayor.

Members of the LGU's Technical Education and Skills Development Committee - Ms. Jocelyn Lamadrid, Ms. Claudine Valdez, Ms. Feliza Girlie Manzano, Ms. Eva Lanuza and Dr. Alvaro Jade Lacasandile attended the said training. TESDA key personnel from Ilocos Norte, La Union and other municipalities of Ilocos Sur likewise provided inputs and assistance to the members. The output of this training writeshop is the draft of the TVET Plan of the Municipality which will serve as the model plan for the country.

Tagudin assists Singapore Press on Pinay slay suspect

Singaporean Press Mohd Ishak (Second from Left) and Dawn Chia (Third from Left) from the Singapore Press Holdings' The New Paper, came to Tagudin last September 15, 2005 to gather more information from the family of the Tagudinian maid in Singapore who was allegedly charged of murder. Also in the photo are SBM Jose Lodia, Jr., SBM Ma. Teresa Laranang, Administrative Officer IV Jocelyn Lamadrid, Municipal Accountant Leilani Vee Cabañero and GSO designate Marina Balicoco.

MSWD visits Alicia, Isabela

Sangguniang Bayan Members and The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer of LGU-Tagudin visited Alicia, Isabela Province, the Most Child Friendly Municipality of the Philippines last September 13, 2005.

The group was welcomed by MSWDO Vilma Gaffud to the Office of the Mayor. They had a discussion with the Municipality's proud Mayor, Napoleon Dy. It is undeniable that Alicia has been an inspiration to its neighboring towns since its programs are projected to suit the immediate needs and concerns of its constituents especially the children. Dy said that each of the thirty four barangays comprising their Municipality has its own Day Care Centers which can be considered a home in itself since it has all the facilities that are needed for the education of the children that would further their knowledge, skills and capabilities.

Mayor Dy reiterated that they (LGU) have scholars in elementary, high school and college. Aside from that, each barangay also has its own scholars. He added that, their scholarship program is now on its third year and they are targeting a zero illiteracy rate in Alicia.

Moreover, the Mayor, invited the group to attend their assembly meeting at Brgy. Zamora and SBM Ma. Teresa Laranang was tasked to talk and represent the LGU-Tagudin.

Cabugbugan bags Lupon Tagapamayapa Award

Lupon Tagapamayapa Awardees from Barangay Cabugbugan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur were given commendation by the Local Government Unit of Tagudin. Said Lupon is headed by Brgy. Captain Avelino Bunoan. They received their award last September 5, 2005 at Provincial Capitol, Vigan City, given by Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson.

Taiwanese Investors visit Tagudin

A bunch of Taiwanese Investors through The Manila Economic and Cultural Office visited the Municipality of Tagudin, September 7, 2005. These investors are interested in sand and gravel projects, which Tagudin is known to be rich of being the "Perlas Ti Amburayan". Upon arrival, they had refreshment at Mayor Jun's place in Brgy. Bucao. The Mayor accompanied the group to the dredging project of the municipality and the quarry site in Brgy. Libtong.

Tagudinians join Alay Lakad

The Municipality of Tagudin joined the Annual National Celebration of Alay Lakad last September 4, 2005, with the theme: Kabataan, Isulong ang Kinabukasan". The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, through Mayor Jun Verzosa led the said activity. Among the participants were: Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Asean Institute of Research and Technology of the Philippines, Technical Institute of Science and Technology Foundation, Inc., Tagudin National High School, Saint Augustine's School, DepEd, Brgy. Officials, Private Organizations and Non-Government Organizations.

The "Walk for a Cause" started at Caltex, Dardarat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur and ended at the Municipal Auditorium. Exhibitions from the Marching Bandsof Tagudin Central School, Las-ud Elementary School and Cabugbugan Community School higlighted the event. Upon arrival at the Municipal Auditorium, a short program took place.

Leprosy Elimination Campaign conducted

Under the auspices of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin through its Rural Health Unit and in coordination with the Department of Health Provincial Health Team of Ilocos Sur, Foundation of Assistance for Hanseties, Barangay Captains and Community Volunteer Health Aides of Tagudin, conducted the Leprosy Elimination Campaign from August 16-18, 2005.

The medical team, headed by Dr. Barbara J. Tabasan, Medical Specialist II of the Provincial Health Team, Miss Rodina Corpuz, Medical Technologist of the Provincial Skin Clinic, Ms. Josefina Rabang, Ms. Maribel Barbo and Ms. Thelma Formoso FAHAN Nurses, Nursing Attendants, Mr. Loyolo Urulaza, Mrs. Crisente Acosta and Mr. Carlos Ragasa, together with the Municipal Health Office staff headed by Dr. Aly John Lopez and the Community Volunteer Health Aides of Tagudin conducted said medical mission in the barangays of Ambalayat, Pallogan, Rizal, Del Pilar, Becques, Tampugo, Malacañang, Lacong, Pudoc West, Pudoc East, Magsaysay, Las-ud, Garitan, Bitalag, Bucao East, Ranget, Ag-aguman, Cabaroan, Pacac, Tallaoen, Dardarat, Borono, Gabur and Cabugbugan.

The total number of skin consultations was one thousand five hundred seventy four (1,574) with twenty three (23) positive cases - twenty (20) of this falls under Multibacillary and two under (2) Paucibacillary.

TNHS Launches Solid Waste Management Advocacy

In the celebration of its 5th Foundation Day, Tagudin National High School conducted a symposium on Ecological Solid Waste Management at the same time launching of its Solid Waste Advocacy Program. This activity was spearheaded by the Supreme Student Government in coordination with the School's Administration and the Local Government Unit of Tagudin.

Members of the Municipal Solid Waste Management Board, Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid (Administrative Officer IV) and Mrs. Claudine Valdez (Information Officer II) were the resource speakers of the said activity.

The first part was the symposium, where the legal basis, R.A. 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 was lectured together with the roles of the citizenry - the government, national and local and all constituents. The second part was the launching of the Solid Waste Management Advocacy Program where waste and recycle bins with segregation labels were presented and demonstrated for proper usage.

This is also in support of one among the 12 Flagship Programs of the Verzosa Administration on Environment.

TNHS Celebrates 5th Foundation, Buwan ng Wika

Tagudin National High School celebrated its 5th Foundation Day and Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa on August 22, 2005 with Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. as their Guest of Honor and Speaker.

Different talents were displayed - dancing, singing and the much-acclaimed Filipino "Balagtasan" which depicted the history, significance and proper usage of Filipino as the National Language. The TNHS Family - administration, faculty, staff and students showed their awareness, involvement and concern in the commemoration of their 5th Foundation Day and in the observance of the Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa.

During the said celebration, two major projects were also inaugurated - the Multi-Purpose Pavement, Lunch Counter and Faculty Room Building beside the School Gymnasium. Mayor Jun cut the ribbons of both structures. These new establishments are proofs of the development and improvement of the said school in their facilities and in meeting the demands of their clientele.

Moreover, the 61st birthday of the School's Principal, Mrs. Rosita L. Pascua was likewise celebrated. This day was a tri-celebration for TNHS indeed.

CSC holds Sexual Harassment confab

A whole day orientation-seminar on Sexual Harassment was conducted August 24, 2005 at the Tagudin Municipal Hall. The said orientation-seminar was sponsored by the Local Government Unit of Tagudin under the administration of Mayor Jun Verzosa. Mrs. Marichu Cuison, Supervising Personnel Specialist and Acting Chief of the Public Assistance and Liason Division, Civil Service Commission, Regional Office was the Resource Speaker. With her was CSC Provincial Director for Ilocos Sur, Mr. Hedy Jose Lardizabal who also hails from Tagudin.

The primary purpose of the Orientation-Seminar is to inform, disseminate and enlighten the Municipal Officials and personnel comprising LGU-Tagudin regarding the extent and scope of sexual harassment, how, when and where it is committed and its corresponding sanctions and penalties. Through this, superiors as well as subordinates will be guided in accordance with what is right and proper. However, this still depends on the intent of the doer of the act and the interpretation of the receiver. Thus, it aims to bring smooth working relationships and proper decorum among all employees in order to render quality Public Service.

Rice farmers receive fertilizer

Two hundred twenty (220) Tagudinian farmers received zinc sulfate fertilizers from the Municipal Agriculture Office as assistance from the Provincial Agriculture Office to assist rice growers/farmers in the region. Tagudin received a total of forty (40) bags equivalent to one thousand kilograms (1,000 kgs.) of said fertilizer - sufficient for a 100-hectare land area. Tagudin has the most number of farmer recipients/beneficiaries from different barangays with soil exhibiting zinc deficiency - Tampugo, Borono, Las-ud, Lantag, Baracbac, Tallaoen, Baritao, Lubnac, Malacañang and Bario-an.

Zinc is one of the micro-elements normally present in the soil, which is much needed by the rice plants (palay). It is especially needed in areas where the soil is often flooded because such exhibit high pH (acidity) resulting to zinc deficiency in the soil. Zinc functions to produce Auxin, one of the best known enzymes that regulate plant growth and help obtain normal growth and high yield in zinc-deficient soils.

The distribution of zinc sulfate fertilizers was headed by the Local Chief Executive, Mayor Jun and Municipal Agriculturist Amor Dasalla on August 10, 2005 at the Municipal Agriculture Office.

Tagudin commemorates St. Augustine as Patron

August 28 is the Feast Day of Tagudin's Patron Saint, Saint Augustine of Hippo. The day started with a Eucharistic Celeberation attended by more than a thousand Tagudinians, with Parish Priest Father Albert Rabe as the celebrant. After the mass was the confirmation of Saint Augustine School's freshmen students by Bishop Ernesto Salgado.

Saint Augustine School pupils, students and members of the faculty and staff displayed their skills in a variety of dances and cheering exhibitions depicting values of living a true Christian life after the confirmation rites. Archbishop Ernesto Salgado and Father Albert Rabe were among the many spectators of this event.

Farmers graduate in agri training

The Office of the Municipal Agriculturist of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin conducted a sixteen-week schooling and training for Tagudinian farmers from various barangays on Integrated Pest Management Program with the theme : "Kasaganaan ng Sakahan at Kalikasan".

There were three (3) Farmer Field Schools - one in Ambalayat, one in Tampugo and one in Tallaoen. Municipal Technologists Mr. Danilo Lascota and Mr. Edgar Labiano with the supervision of Municipal Agriculturist Mr. Amor Dasalla, facilitated the said program.

On August 18, 2005, a Mass Graduation Ceremony marked the completion of the this course. It was held in Barangay Tampugo. Eighty-four (84) farmers graduated from the said schooling - thirty one (31) from Tampugo, twenty (20) from Tallaoen and thirty three (33) from Ambalayat. The program was graced with the presence of Hon. Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr., SBM Jose Lodia, Jr., Provincial Agriculturist Mr. Teofilo Quintal and Mr. Cesar Escobar, the Agricultural Program Coordinating Officer (APCO) for Ilocos Sur.

Folk songs, folk media and dances were likewise presented to make the event more meaningful.

Ilocos Sur Hotline celebrates 6th year

Saturday morning of August 27, 2005 was the celebration of the 6th Anniversary of Ilocos Sur Hotline, a continuing Social Services program of the Provincial Government, with the Guests of Honor and Speakers, Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson and Vice Governor Deogracias Victor Savellano.

Upon arrival in this celebration, Maj. Romualdo Gapasin, Assistant Special Action Officer, delivered a summary accomplishment report of Hotline Manila for the whole year from August 2004 to July 2005.

The summary of the report is as follows:

I - OFW Repatriation, Maltreatment Detention and Others
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 14
B. Letters, Referral for Processing Being Prepared - 11

II - Veterans Affairs
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 7
B. For Processing - 0

III - Transportation of Human Remains
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 4
B. For Processing - 1

IV - Illegal Recruitment
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 2
B. For Processing - 9

V - Benefits and Claims
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 6
B. For Processing - 12

VI - Various Legal Cases
A. Acted Upon, Follow-up Letters - 8
B. For Processing - 5

RNT 90.7 FM goes 3

Radyo Natin - Tagudin (RNT 90.7 FM) celebrated its third anniversary on August 4, 2005 with the theme: "Agtultuloy nga
Agserbi ken Agay-ayat Kadakayo".

It was founded three years ago, in 2002, under the joint efforts and initiatives of Community Information Service (CIS)
founder Hon. Luis "Chavit" Singson, then Governor of Ilocos Sur Hon. Deogracias "DV" Savellano and then incumbent CIS
President Major Roque S. Verzosa, Jr., now, Tagudin's Local Chief Executive.

Communication System Facilities were entrusted to then CIS Chairman of Tagudin, Mrs. Estrellita "Mama Es" Del Rosario, who
voluntarily and willingly accepted the responsibility of being the Station Manager, together with four DJ's - DJ Wency, DJ
Edwin, DJ L.A. and DJ Ian.

Radyo Natin Tagudin's (RNT) third year celebration was graced by Mayor Verzosa, who gave his message and greetings on air,
Ilocano singer-composer-recording artist Mr. Monroe Callejo, LGU Tagudin's Administrative Officer, the Mayor's Private
Secretary, PNP Personnel and other visitors.
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Eligio gets Hotline aid

Under the auspices of the Ilocos Sur Hotline, a continuing assistance program of Hon. Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson, another Connie Sabado Eligio, an OFW of Barangay Ambucao, Santiago, Ilocos Sur, is backed to her hometown. Eligio, 20 years old, flew to Singapore last March 9, 2005 to work as a Domestic Helper in the hope of uplifting their standardof living.

After only 4 1/2 months, Connie wrote to her sister, Catherine Villalon, informing her of her plight in Singapore. According to Connie, her lady employer is very demanding, strict and makes her work from 5 a.m. to 12 midnight. She only gets 5-6 hours of sleep. She is also the only helper in a three-storey house who does all the household chores. She serves a family of four (4).

Though her employers do not maltreat her physically, her strength cannot cope up with the heavy workload so she appealed to her sister to seek assistance from Santiago Mayor, Hon. Josefino Miranda, who endorsed her case to the Office of Mayor Jun, Special Action Hotline Officer, on July 21, 2005. After only a week of contacting Connie's Agency in Manila and in Singapore, a letter was received by Connie's sister informing her that Connie will already come home.

On July 30, 2005, Connie arrived safely here in the Philippines.

Connie, together with her sister Catherine, came to the Office of Mayor Jun on August 2, 2005 to personally thank him for his assistance.

Mayor Jun turns 49

Mayor Jun Verzosa celebrated his 49th birthday last July 25, 2005 with his Tagudinian family - the constituents of this municipality.

As public service is deeply-rooted and kindred in his heart, part of his celebration included the giving of snack to all patients of the Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital (SISDH) and Pacencia Gonzales Memorial Emergency Hospital (PGMEH), a medical mission - Eye Consultation, Examination and Treatment in coordination with Dr. Rosario Lahoz of Lahoz Hospital, Vigan City and a hearty lunch open to all Tagudinians.
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Mayor Jun leads ground breaking rites in Bitalag

Mayor Jun Verzosa led the ground breaking ceremonies of an additional two-classroom building at Bitalag Elementary School.

The said school building was requested by the principal, faculty and staff of the school community during the Mayor's "Journey to the Forty Three Barangays" - a consultative meeting launched by Mayor Jun in every barangay to directly hear from his constituents and sectoral groups, their needs in order to address them accordingly. The request for an additional classroom was made August 26 of last year.

Witnessing the event are : Mr. Jonathan Alcause, HT III, teaching staff - Mrs. Cecilia Acosta, Mrs. Avelina Elveña, Mrs. Elizabeth Figuracion and Ms. Yolanda Jimeno, Barangay Captain Dominador Lazo and PTCA President Godofredo Vedania, Sr.

After only eleven (11) months, their request came to fruition - another living testimony of the present administration's dedicated public service.

Mr. Artemio Cabato (2nd from right), father of Connie Cabato together with Brgy. Captain of Padaoil, Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, Milweda Chavez and husband visit the Office of Mayor Jun to personally thank the Mayor for his assistance. Also in the photo is the Mayor's Private Secretary, Major Romualdo Gapasin, Sr.

Mayor links 30 Years of pa, daughter gap

Connie Cabato sent a message via e-mail at mayor@tagudin.gov.ph on June 11, 2005, inquiring about a certain ARTEMIO BUQUING CABATO, her long-lost father for almost thirty (30) years. She came to know about the charitable works and dedicated public service of the Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr., (Mayor Jun, as he is fondly called), when she chanced upon the website of Tagudin - www.tagudin.gov.ph.

Mayor Jun, upon reading Connie's message, immediately tasked his staff to attend to this case. Assigned staff maintained close communications, through electronic mail, with Connie, who is currently working in Japan.

Through this communications, it was known that Connie, her father, mother and brother were separated from each other for already thirty years. She can vaguely remember details of her childhood since she was only more than a year old when they were separated. For the assigned staff, this case is like searching for a needle in a haystack.

What indeed proved to be helpful was the fact that Connie remembered they had once lived in Ilocos Sur - to be precise, somewhere in Sta. Cruz - Padaoil or San Jose. Letters of inquiry were immediately sent to the barangay chairpersons of the said barangays, while at the same time, Connie was informed of these developments.

After one month and fourteen days, exactly on the birthday of the Mayor, a phone call was received by his Private Secretary from Barangay Captain MILWEDA CHAVEZ of Padaoil, Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, informing the latter that they have already located Artemio Cabato.

Still hesitant and unsure of whether he is the real father of Connie, interviews were made with Mr. Cabato. Together with Brgy. Capt. Chavez and some members of her barangay council, they accompanied Mr. Cabato to the Office of Mayor Jun, 26th of July. Again, inquiries were made to jibe the information given by Connie to that of Mr. Cabato's. This very same day, an e-mail was sent to Connie informing her of the good news - that her father and brother have already been found. Their addresses and contact numbers were likewise given to her.

July 27, 2005 - Mr. Artemio Cabato came to the Office of the Mayor - to again thank him of bridging the gap between him and his daughter. He said that yesterday evening (July 26), Connie had contacted him and they talked for endless hours over the phone. Connie, on this same day, sent an e-mail to Mayor Jun expressing her sincere and utmost gratitude for locating her father and brother - she had already talked to both of them yesterday.

Mayor Jun, through his dedicated and sincere public service has indeed bridged the 30-years gap between father and daughter!

Eye patients get free treats

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin through the Rural Health Unit and in coordination with Dr. Rosario Lahoz of Lahoz Hospital, Vigan City conducted a Medical Mission : Free Eye Consultation, Examination and Treatment in celebration of the 49th birthday of the Mayor and in service to all Tagudinians.

Twenty four (24) were given cataract work up and two hundred twenty three (223) were beneficiaries of eye glasses.

LGU Tagudin Celebrates Nutrition Month

July is the month of nutrition. This year's theme is : "Batang May Kinabukasan, Sa Wastong Nutrisyon Simulan".

July 11 - Launching of the Nutrition Month Celebration with a motorcade around the town headed by Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Peter and the members of the Municipal Council. It was also attended by the municipal employees, members of the Nutrition Council, Barangay Captains, Barangay Nutrition Scholars, Community Volunteer Health Aides, Little Miss Nutrition Candidates, Marching Bands of Las-ud Elementary School and Tagudin Central School, Tagudin PNP, National Line Agencies and Non-Government Organizations.

July 11-15 - Nutri-Quiz - Tagudin National High School and Tagudin District Schools

July 18-22 - Nutri-Fair in line with the TIKANLU Festival '05, showcasing nutritious and delicious food produced by Tagudinians.

July 25 - Nutrition Culminating Program at the Municipal Auditorium with the following activities:

1. Draw and Tell - participated in by twenty three (23) Day Care pupils under the auspices of the Office of the Municipal Social welfare and Development Officer. The winners were:

First Prize : Jamea Rose Ramos - Ag-aguman Day Care Center
Second Prize : Geraldine Gorospe - Pudoc West Day Care Center
Third Prize : Geraldine Mae Collado - Libtong Day Care Center

Non-winners were given a consolation cash prize of PhP 200.00 each.

2. Nutri-Quiz for Pre-School Mothers sponsored by the Municipal Nutrition Action Officer. Mrs. Gina Fajardo got the grand prize.

3. Little Miss Nutrition 2005 - Fifteen (15) lovely and smart candidates from the different Day Care Centers competed for the crown, "Little Miss Nutrition 2005" in the following categories: Casual Wear, Evening Gown,and Talent Portion. The Final Five were adjudged based on Beauty, Intelligence and Nutritional Status. The winners were :

Best in Casual Wear : Ma. Florence Distor - Bio Elemementary School - Kindergarten
Best in Evening Wear : Ma. Florence Distor
Best in Talent : Ma. Florence Distor
Miss Photogenic : Sheryl Mae Valdez - Tampugo Day Cay Center
Miss Intelligence : Ma. Florence Distor -

2nd Runner Up : Aura Kyle Somera - Tagudin Central School - Kindergarten
1st Runner Up : Kim Charlotte Chua - Las-ud Elementary School - Kindergarten

LITTLE MISS NUTRITION 2005 - Ma. Florence Distor - Bio Elemementary School - Kindergarten

Mayor Jun Verzosa was the Crowning Guest assisted by TNHS Principal, Mrs. Rosita Pascua. Non-winners were given a cash consolation prize of Php 500.00 each.

Blood donors commended

Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to all fifty three (53) blood donors in the recently concluded “Quarterly Blood Letting” Health Program of the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, through the Rural Health Unit on July 25, 2005 in sincere appreciation and gratitude for their invaluable contribution. The next Quarterly Blood Letting is scheduled on October 2005 anticipating a more significant build-up of donors having recognized the value of their Health Program.

Tagudinians receive land patents

A total of ninety-one (91) and twelve (12) land patents were distributed to the constituents of Tagudin and to other areas respectively as an end result of the program of the government to title the remaining alienable and disposable lands of the public domain. These were processed, transmitted and registered with Registry of Deeds of Ilocos Sur.

Receipients of said land patents per barangay and area were as follows:
Ambalayat-14, Bitalag-5, Bario-an-1, Becques-1, Borono-5, Bucao West-3, Cabulanglangan-2, Dardarat-2, Del Pilar-4, Garitan-4, Las-ud-3, Libtong-5, Lubnac-3, Magsaysay-4, Pacac-2, Pallogan-3, Pudoc East-5, Pudoc West-9, Pula-1, Quirino-4, Ranget-4, Rizal-2, Salvacion-1, San Miguel-1, Tallaoen-1, Tampugo-2.

Other Areas:
Baguio City-3, Bulacan-1, La Union-2, Manila-1, Muntinlupa-1, Nueva Ecija-1, Sta. Cruz-1, San Emilio-1, Suyo-1

Tagudinians get first aid training

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin conducted a First Aid Training - Basic Life Support last July 20 – 22, 2005 in line with the National Disaster Consciousness Month Celebration and under the 12 Flagship Programs of the present administration on Health. It was held at the Municipal Hall.

This activity is in cooperation with the members of the Municipal Council, Rural Health Unit and Emergency Management Staff of the Ilocos Training and Medical Regional Center (ITMRC), San Fernando City, La Union. It is geared at preparing the constituents in times of calamities and disasters. Two representatives from each of the forty-three barangays of Tagudin were initially trained. They will be the incoming trainors in their respective barangays under the principle of multiplier effect.

LGU Tagudin conducts competency assessment

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin in coordination with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Ilocos Sur, conducted a Competency Assessment last 07 July 2005 to assess the skills level of workers in the LGU preferably casual and temporary employees holding positions under CSC M.C 11 (Skills Certification and Equivalency Program), industry and repair shop workers and graduates of technical vocational institutions in the following areas:

1. Rough Carpenter
2. Finish Carpenter
3. Mason
4. Automotive Mechanic
5. Consumer Electronics Mechanic
6. Building Wiring Electrician
7. Plumber
8. Draftsman General
9. Electric Arc Welder
10. Domestic Ref. and Aircon Mechanic
11. Data Encoder
12. Computer Programmer
13. Computer Technician
14. Heavy Equipment Operator (Payloader, Backhoe)

This Assessment is free and in line with one of the 12 Flagship Programs of the Verzosa Administration on Education (Edukasyon Para Iti Amin). A total of eighteen (18) examinees participated in the Assessment :

Data Encoder – sixteen (16)
Building Wiring Electrician – one (1)
Draftsman General – one (1)

Passers are to be awarded Certificates of Competency (COC) attesting their competency to perform specific skills.

Mr. Larry F. Dizon Sr. Administrative Officer V of TESDA, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, administered the said assessment.

HTA donates dump truck

The Hawaii Tagudinians Association (HTA) donated three thousand dollars (US $3,000) to the Municipality of Tagudin in support to the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite, one of the 12 Flagship Programs of Mayor Verzosa’s Administration.

The cash donation was used to augment the purchase of one (1) unit dump truck for the present garbage collection services of the municipality.

To the officers and members of HTA, headed by its President, Mr. Reynante Lapitan and Adviser, Ms. Marietta S. Bustamante – your donation was really timely and a big help to our beloved Tagudin. MAHALO and MABUHAY kayo!

NEWS ARCHIVE

January - June 2005

June 2004 - December 2004

SNAPSHOTS

December 23, 2005. Mayor Jun, together with SPM Meljohn I. Verzosa distributed Christmas goods to all patients of the Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital (SISDH, Bio) as part of the ASAP Christmas Program of the LGU.

December 29, 2005. Parade of Floats of Saint Augustine's School in preparation for their Homecoming Alumni on December 30.

December 28, 2005. Mr. Rodolfo Barnachea Lucina, the rescued fisherman last December 22, 2005 at Libtong came to the Office of Mayor Jun to
personally thank him for his assistance.

Ms. Melinda Tabafunda-Lorenzana, mother of the late Darwin Lorenzana, now manages a sari-sari store and a small piggery, with capital from the financial assistance sent by Tagudinians abroad Mr. and Mrs. Emmanuel Dulay and Mr. Alejandro Ladi of the U.S.

Mayor Jun as the Crowning Guest and Keynote Speaker at the Barangay Fiesta of Las-ud, December 22, 2005.

December 22, 2005. PTCA Coronation Night at Bitalag Elementary School where Mayor Jun was the Crowning Guest and Speaker.

December 22, 2005. Ribbon-Cutting of the newly-constructed Barangay Hall and 2-classroom school Building at Bitalag Elementary School.

Dec 22, 2005. Preparation and final gift-packing of the fruits of the Agipaay Sagut Ayat Para Iti Paskua Program for the culminating activity of the ASAP Christmas Festival on December 23, 2005. These bundles of love will be given to the less fortunate and impoverished Tagudinians during the said program.

December 12, 2005. Edrian Eugene Leal, Feridan Manzano, Dean Louis Corpuz and Karl Regua serenaded Mayor Jun with heart-warming Christmas songs. These young seminarians are from the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Vigan City. (Way to go, Kellies! -webmaster)

December 9, 2005. Romulo Laberinto, a Dama enthusiast of Tagudin Central School receives financial assistance from the Local Government.

Mayor Jun presides a meeting with the Business-owners of Tagudin.

Saint Augustine's School celebrates the feast day of the Immaculate Concepcion at the same time the First Communion of its Grade 3 pupils on December 8, 2005.

The Tagudin District held its District Sports Meet last December 10, 2005 at Filmag Libtong. Various sports events such as track and field, long jump, basketball, volleyball, chess, and swimming were participated by the different elementary school students in the district. Proud mentors, coaches as well as the parents of the participants truly enjoyed the celebration. Moreover, it was made even more colorful and memorable with the presence of many visitors as well as Sangguniang Bayan Members of the town.

Ms. Estella "Steve" Hernando, the cancer patient who sought help from the Office of Mayor Jun regarding the posting in the website of her case for assistance has been gladly supported by Mr. and Mrs. Nonong Dulay of San Diego, California with a hope for her faster recovery. Steve received the amount through Ms. Corazon Villanueva, the Municipal Social Welfare Officer on November 29, 2005. Despite the pain Steve is going through, never did she give up the hope that she would soon overcome her situation. With her strong faith in God and knowing that there are people who are willing to help her, never will she give up. A simple smile on her face speaks a million thanks to Mr.and Mrs. Dulay, Mayor Jun and the rest of her relatives and barangay mates who are always beside her.

Mr. Rudy Degracia, a philanthropist from San Diego, California donated a two-unit swing to the Municipality of Tagudin last November 12, 2005. The goodness and generosity of his heart radiate not only among his townmates in Silag, Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur but also to other places which include our very own Tagudin.

Christmas is in the air, and the Agipaay Sagut-Ayat ti Paskua Program is still receiving great support from Tagudinians all over the globe. And recently, another good-hearted brother, Mr. Aloysius Valencia of Des Plaines, Illinois sent a balikbayan box to the Office of Mayor Jun to support this program. Surely, a Merry Christmas will be felt by each of our less privileged townmates who will be the recipients of these donations.

Mayor Jun hands over the Blood Pressure Apparatus and Medical Folding Bed donated by Engr. and Mrs. Nonong Dulay of San Diego, California to the Brgy. Officials of Libtong. Brgy. Captain Rolando Lardizabal of Dardarat also received the same for his barangay, likewise, for the Rural Health Unit of Tagudin.

Edwin Aguilar, Gov. Chavit & Mayor Jun after the Thanksgiving Mass in Baluarte.

A general assembly for all municipal officials and employees was conducted last October 28, 2005 at the municipal hall.

October 28, 2005. Integrated Pest Management Officers took their Oath of Office at the Office of Mayor Jun Verzosa. The IPM officers are:
Mr. Federico Villanueva - President, Mr. Andres Cuaresma - Vice President, Mr. Claudio Leal - Secretary, Ms. Estrella Gacod - Treasurer, Mr. Antonio Villanueva - Auditor, Mr Joe Lapitan - PRO, Mr. Mariano Lorica - Board of Director, Mr. Rolando Lacasandile - Board of Director, Mr. Johny Lambinicio - Board of Director. Also in the photo are Mr. Florante Lacasandile - Acting Municipal Agriculturist, Mr. Edgar Labiano - Agricultural Technologist and Mr. Danilo Lascota - Agricultural Technologist.

October 20, 2005. Another OFW, Mrs. Estrella Somera, was repatriated from Abu Dhabi through Ilocos Sur Hotline. Her mother, Asteria Lascota sought help from the Office of Mayor Jun regarding the extended working hours and maltreatment of Estrella's Arab employer. She was then sent back to Philippines last October 16, 2005. Upon arrival, Estrella personally visited Mayor Jun to thank him for his assistance.

October 3, 2005. Meeting of the Committee for the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children in celebration of the Children's Month this October.

October 21, 2005. Mayor Jun attended the lunch meeting with Pacac Brgy. Officials, PTCA Officers and Teaching Staff of Pacac Primary School on October 19, 2005. The meeting was conducted in the PTCA building which was started by both PTCA and the Barangay Council. The said building shall be used by grade two pupils this coming second semester. The group presented a joint PTCA-Barangay Council Resolution to Mayor Jun earnestly requesting for help in the completion of the building. Administrative Officer IV Jocelyn Lamadrid and Attorney Arvin Andaya also graced the meeting.

LGU-Tagudin joins in the 2005 Celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Month in coordination with the Department of Interior and Local Government and the National Commission on Culture & Arts

October 17, 2005. Courtesy Call of Federated Bileg Officers, Marlene Ladi, Leticia Libao, Ecias Vedania, Adriano Lacasandile, Cosme Manzano, Imelda Lopez, Vangie Acosta and Quirino Andaya to the Office of Mayor Jun.

October 13, 2005. Mayor Jun awards the PhP 160,000 loan of the Officials of Brgy. Cabugbugan last October 13, 2005. The amount shall be used to purchase a lot for the extension and improvement of their Barangay Plaza. Other municipal employees also graced the affair.

October 5, 2005. Lt. Col.Harold N. Cabreros and 1Lt. Dominador Vallerio of Hqs. 50IB, 5ID, PA, San Juan, Ilocos Sur visits the mayor

October 5, 2005. Courtesy call of Commodore Petronilo Magno (AFP), Mrs. Beatriz Magno, Lt. Bigornia PN and PO2 Rodrigo Navarro PN at the Office of Mayor Jun

Birthday celebrators for the months of July to September were given recognition during the Family Day.

Mrs. Melinda Lorenzana, mother of the late Darwin Lorenzana, receives the amount donated by Mr. & Mrs. Emmanuel Dulay of San Diego, California, USA as represented by Ms. Adelaida Corpuz of the Municipal Treasury. May the true essence of helping fellow Tagudinians in dire need continue to flourish.

September 27, 2005. Mayor Jun, together with Municipal Agriculturist Amor Dasalla, Agricultural Technologist Dr. Alvaro Jade Lacasandile and License Inspector II Edmond Somera conducted a meeting with all managers and owners of Agricultural and Farm Supply Establishments on Price Monitoring and Control and other concerns. They were likewise encouraged to organize their own association.

September 27, 2005. GMA 7's Pinoy Abroad visited the Office of Mayor Jun to gather more information on the controversial Gwen Aguilar's case. They also did shooting at the scenic view of Filmag as part of their documentation.

Pinoy Abroad staff: Leo Zulaybar (Production Crew), Ramon Hernando (Production Crew), Hazel Galang (Segment Producer), Marie Saballegue (Researcher) and Angelito Lopez (Cameraman).

September 27, 2005. Sisters Mary Emmanuel Dagle, MCSH Superior, Ma. Socorro Lazaro, Nov. Sharon Tabion, M. Assumption, M. Victoria A. Calleja, M. Amor Generoso, Nov. Elvira Plete and Helen Tedra of the Missionary Catechists of the Sacred Heart, Lipa City visited Mayor Jun.

September 26, 2005. Edwin Aguilar, husband of OFW Gwen Aguilar in Singapore made a courtesy call to Tagudin. He expressed his gratitude for the support of all Tagudinians especially to Mayor Jun who accompanied him to Singapore to visit his wife. He is hoping that justice will prevail over his wife's case. Likewise, he is asking for continued support and prayers from all his townmates.

Mr. Ronald Singson, Mayor Jun and Dr. Sean James Arthur Clare at the photo-video workshop

Mayor Verzosa inducts the Officers of Ilocos Sur Association of Photographers and Videographers (ISAPV)

September 25, 2005. Mayor Jun officiates a Civil Wedding Solemnization for Rael Canasio and Missy Lopez of Barangay Bario-an.

September 23, 2005. Final briefing of all members of the Intensive Education Campaign Committee in preparation for the Simultaneous Launching of the Solid Waste Management Program on the 24th of September.

September 22, 2005. In celebration of the National Voluntary Blood Donation Month, the Guardians Centre Foundation, Inc. Tagudin Chapter and the Federated Barangay Health Workers conducted a Blood-Letting program at Filmag Dardarat, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. The said program was dubbed as Alay Sa Aking Pagmamalasakit sa Kapwa Tagudinians. It is a social-civic action project of Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.The cooperating agencies include Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center, Public Health Services - Southern Ilocos Sur District Hospital, Banua Moran Educational Learning Centre and Philippine Nurses Association.

September 19, 2005. Solid Waste Management Symposium conducted at the Saint Augustine's School.

September 13, 2005. IEC Committee conducts symposium on Solid Waste Management at the Asian Institute for Research and Technology of the Philippines (AIRTOP).

September 13, 2005. IEC Committee on Solid Waste Management conducts symposium at the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College - Laboratory High School and College Departments.

September 12, 2005. Intensive Education Campaign on Solid Waste Management at the Tagudin Institute of Science & Technology Foundation, Inc., 12 September 2005 by Admin. Officer IV Jocelyn Lamadrid and Info. Officer II Claudine Valdez.

September 7, 2005 - Courtesy call of PSINSP Edgardo A. Gustilo, PCINSP Paulino M. Villanueva and PSUPT Jesus Delfin G. Dela Cruz (Chief, Regional Finance Service) to the Office of Mayor Jun.

Five Tagudinians have undergone free cataract operation at Dr. Rosario Lahoz Hospital in Vigan City. This is in coordination with the Municipal Health Office of Tagudin and Mayor Jun.The recipients of this free operation are Agripina Leal (5th from left), Rose Zabala, Maximina Taopo, Onorata Quines and Joaquin Lardizabal.Also in the photo are Solomon Zabala, Jessemar Lascota, Myrna Flores, Mayor Jun and Zereda Dig-aoan.

LGU - Tagudin joins in the 11th Annual Celebration of the National Crime Prevention Week (1st Week of September), with the theme : "Barangay at Mamamayan Magkaisa : Hadlangan Ang Krimen"

September 5, 2005 - Lupong Tagapamayapa awardee - Barangay Cabugbugan, headed by Brgy. Captain Avelino Bunoan (3rd from left) and Lupon Member, Femarie Fajardo (4th from left) with Mayor Jun. Said barangay's Lupong Tagapamayapa received their award at the Provincial Capitol, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. The award was given by Gov. Luis "Chavit" Singson. Together with the awardees are SB Sec Geronimo Lastimoza, SBM Ma. Theresa Laranang, SBM Jose Lodia, Jr. and the Mayor's Private Secretary, Major Romualdo Gapasin, Sr.

August 29, 2005 - Members of the Committee on Technical Education and Skills Development - Jocelyn Lamadrid, Claudine Valdez, Dr. Alvaro Jade Lacasandile, Eva Lanuza, Melou Linda and Feliza Girlie Manzano attend the pre-planning session with TESDA Ilocos Sur Provincial Director Gemma Q. Rendon, Engr. Jose Pilotin, Supervising TESD Specialist of TESDA, ILocos Sur and Consultant Mr. Virgilio Guillermo.

Mayor Jun conducted a dinner meeting with all managers/owners of business establishments in Tagudin last August 24. This meeting is in recognition of the vital role of the business/commerce sector as partners of the Local Government Unit towards progress.

A meeting between the Slaughterhouse Personnel and Meat vendors was conducted last August 25, 2005 at Tagudin Public Market. This aims primarily to solve existing problems and eventually settle for the benefit of both parties and consumers as well. Mayor Jun personally appeared in the meeting to see and hear for himself the problems and situation in order to give immediate and corresponding action.

Saint Augustine School's field presentations depicting the values of living a true Christian life

Arch. Ernesto Salgado, Father Albert Rabe and Father Peter "Joe" Dagsi watch the SAS pupils and students display their skills in a variety of dances and cheering exhibitions

August 8, 2005 - Oathtaking of Mr. Eduardo Guieb as Administrative Aide III and Jovito Somera as a Casual Laborer.

August 8, 2005 - Opening of St. Therese Children's Clinic. Mayor Jun was one among the special visitors of Dra. Elaine Andaya (Owner). St. Therese is located at Quirino District in Tagudin.

Radyo Natin - Tagudin, 90.7 FM (MBC) celebrated its 3rd anniversary August 5, 2005 with the theme : "Agtultuloy nga Agserbi ken Agay-ayat Kadakayo" with Special Guest, Mr. Monroe Callejo, Ilocano singer, composer and recording artist (6th from left). Also in the picture are: Major Romualdo Gapasin Sr. Private Secretary of Mayor Jun, Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid, Administrative Officer IV, Station Manager, Mrs. Estrellita "Mama Es" Del Rosario, DJ Edwin and PNP Personnel.

Rona Palmera Ronquillo takes oath as the new SK Chairman of Barangay Bimmanga.

Mayor Jun hands over a Burial Assistance Cheque to Mr. Esteban Manzano of Ranget, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, son of the late Lodigario Manzano. Also in the picture are Mrs. Claudine Valdez, Information Officer II and Miss Maelanie Lardizabal, MSWDOO staff.

Tagudin First Couple thanks Dr. Rosario Lahoz for conducting the Medical Mission for eye patients.

The Mayor, SBM Jose Ramos, Jr., Mrs. Lamadrid, Dr. Lopez together with Pastor Joseph Lee, Cora Lee, Zeny Mique and Pastor Romeo Gaspar of the Kalikat ng Botika Binhi, Inc.

Oathtaking Ceremonies of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police (PNP) Retirees with Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. as their Inducting Officer. July 25, 2005

The BILEG Ti Cabugbugan, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Association, Inc. had their oathtaking ceremonies, last July 25, 2005 with Hon. Mayor Jun Verzosa as the Inducting Officer. Officers of the said Association are as follows:
President : Remegio A. Fajardo
Vice-President : Susima L. Garcia
Secretary : Linda C. Jimeno
Treasurer :Avelina Abaya
Assistant Treasurer : Angelina Garcia
Business Manager : Jennelyn Garcia Emelita Loque Acosta and Milagros Legaspi
Auditor : Ma. Luisa Garcia
Assistant Auditor : Rosario Linda
Sgt.-At-Arms : Jose Garcia

Barangay Magsaysay Bileg Officers had their Oathtaking Ceremonies last July 25, 2005 with Mayor Jun as the Inducting Officer.
Chairman : Juan De Dios Andaya
Vice-Chairman : George C. Lemi, Sr.
Secretary : Virgel Sarmiento
Treasurer : Rolando Godoy
Auditor : Esperanza Las Marias
Board of Directors
1. Francisca Lucero
2. Zenaida Flores
3. Mario Blas Laranang
4. Eduardo Lardizabal
5. Catalina Del Rosario
Secondary Officers
Business Manager : Susana R. Lagrana
Representative for Women :Evelyn Lemi
Professional Officer :Rose Laranang
Elderly Officer : Gregoria Del Rosario
Youth Officer : Sharez Dyan Mina
Agricultural Officer : Mr. Barnachea
Screening Chairpersons: Dr. Aly John Lopez and Pacita Lumbania
Religious Leader : Guillerma Lopez
Peace and Order : Onofre Lorenzana, Sr.

The Board of Directors of the Tagudin Water District took oath at the Office of the Mayor last July 12, 2005 with the Honorable Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. as the Inducting Officer. In photo: Mr. Romeo Diaz, Mr. Pablo Pedroso, Mr. Eduardo Custodio, Mr. Dencio Somera and Mr. Juan De Dios Andaya by Mayor Jun.

In line with the 12 Flagship Programs of Mayor Verzosa’s Administration on Health (Salun-at) and in celebration of the National Disaster Consciousness Month, FOGGING AND SPRAYING OPERATIONS were conducted by the Rural Health Unit within Tagudin – focusing on the areas prone to the outspread of dengue, malaria and other diseases (Schools and Daycare Centers, Slaughter House, Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite and the forty three barangays of the municipality). Said fogging and spraying operations were conducted starting June 20 to the present to ensure the protection of all constituents.

The Local Government Unit of Tagudin headed by its Local Chief Executive, Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. spearheaded by the Rural Health Unit and in cooperation with the members of the Municipal Council, the Rural Health Unit, Department of Health and the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITMRC), San Fernando City, La Union conducted its “ Quarterly Blood Letting” program dubbed as “ DUGO AT BUHAY”, 19 July 2005 at the Municipal Auditorium. Blood donors were screened from the entire forty three (43) barangays of the municipality. A total of 53 donors were able to produce 450CC each for a total of 23,850CC.

Sen. Bong Revilla visits Tagudin

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