A total of 62 fisherfolk, identified as having been adversely affected by Typhoon Leon, received essential rice assistance during a distribution event held on October 31, 2024.

This aid aims to alleviate the hardships faced by these individuals in the wake of the storm’s devastation.

These barangays are Lanutan (1), Mambatad (5), Tabunacan (13), Palaca (11), Baybay Norte (2), Sapa (1), Maninila (2), Calampitao (5), Naulid (3), Gines (1), Banuyao (2), Kirayan Sur (3), Guibongan (4), and Kirayan Norte (9).

Mayor Richard Garin expressed his support for the sports enthusiasts of Barangay Indag-an and its neighboring areas by personally attending the opening program of the Indag-an Basketball League on November 3, 2024. His presence highlighted the importance of community engagement through sports, fostering camaraderie and teamwork among the players.

The event promises to bring excitement and unity to everyone, as Mayor Garin encourages them to participate and support their teams.

Four coastal barangays affected by Typhoon Leon received food packs during a distribution held on November 1, 2024.

The affected barangays include Lanutan (25 families), Naulid (3 families), Baybay Sur (30 families), and Lumangan (2 families).

This distribution was a collaborative initiative among the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), and the Mayor’s Office.

Following reports of severe flooding in Barangay Sapa due to heavy rain on the morning of November 1, 2024, Mayor Richard Garin swiftly ordered the release and distribution of food packs to approximately 137 affected families.

“Nagapaabot guid ang grupo kang Responsableng Gobyerno, sa pagpanguna ni Congresswoman Doc Nanay Janette Garin kang among simpatiya sa inyo kalisod,” he stated while overseeing the food pack distribution.

Mayor Garin further emphasized the urgency of the situation by directing the immediate declogging of the box culvert, which had contributed to the flooding in Barangay Sapa.

“Lantawon naton kun ano pa ang sarang naton mahimo. Rest assured nga kita sa Responsableng Gobyerno magapalab-ot guid kang aton serbisyo kaninyo,” he assured.

The distribution efforts were a collaborative initiative involving the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), and the Mayor’s Office.

Mayor Garin expressed gratitude to the community for their ongoing support of his administration, promoting the slogan “Miagao Palangga Ta, Progreso Padayunon Pa.”

On October 27, 2024, Barangay Mat-y was graced with generous support from the Responsableng Gobyerno, led by Mayor Richard Garin.

The barangay received an array of benefits: food packs, funding of P70,000 for local projects, a share of P142,967.75 from real property taxes, and a Day Care Subsidy amounting to P9,600.

This influx of resources promises to enhance the barangay’s welfare and development significantly.