Miagaowanons got the chance to play with National Master Fritz Bryan Porras in a Chess Simultaneous Exhibition earlier today at Sulu Garden, Miagao.
The event in partnership with the local government of Miagao and Sulu Garden Foundation was attended by Hon. Carmelo Nochete, Hon Aaron Noble, Hon. Chealsea Nagaynay and former SB member Renand John Fermindoza.

One week after his first visit at the Miagao Public Market, Mayor Oscar “Richard” S. Garin Jr once again checked as to whether or not his instructions were properly implemented.
In his visit today, he gave specific order to Engr. Rey Mosura and Ms Arlene Nufuar to work on the program of works for the drainage system in the perimeters of the old and new market building.
It may be noted that in his first visit, he instructed Ms Nufuar to ensure that cleanliness and orderliness must be observed.
The safety and comfort of both the vendors and market goers are the consideration in this order.

Through the effort of Congresswoman Janette L. Garin, some 1,621 Miagaowanons will again be given assistance through DOLE TUPAD or Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers.
Mayor Oscar “Richard” S. Garin, Jr in his speech thanked Congresswomen Garin for giving priority to the Miagaownons and for her consistent effort in addressing their needs. Mayor Garin said that, in partnership with Congresswoman Garin, he will continue to deliver the services that is vital and necessary for the best interest of the Miagaowanons.
DOLE TUPAD is a community-based package of assistance that provides emergency employment for displaced workers, underemployed and seasonal workers for 10 days.
Photos show the orientation to the beneficiaries earlier today at the Evacuation Center, Barangay Kirayan Tacas.

Strictly impose Building Code, Mayor Garin told Engineers

Mayor Oscar “Richard” S. Garin, Jr told the personnel from the Municipal Engineering Office (MEO) to strictly implement the National Building Code as one of the major concerns of the Office.
This is just one of the many instructions to the MEO as he also asked for the inventory of all existing projects.
It may be noted that Infrastructure Development is top 3 in his Executive Agenda.

“Exercise not only changes your body. It changes your mind, your attitude, and your mood.” – Unknown

Mayor Oscar “Richard” S. Garin Jr also took a break from his usual work in the office and joined with the employees in their zumba exercises. Dubbed as “Hataw”, the activity acknowledged the importance of health and wellness in the workplace that it requires employees to participate in zumba and other physical activities every Wednesday of the week.