The local government here faces another challenge in pursuing the Seal of Good Local Governance Awards for 2023, highlighting diverse areas of governance.

The team of evaluators, led by Ms. Ruth Leda Alagban, LGOO VII from DILG Negros Occidental, scrutinized the town’s adherence to several critical metrics:
– Financial Administration and Sustainability
– Disaster Preparedness
– Social Protection and Sensitivity
– Health Compliance and Responsiveness
– Sustainable Education
– Business Friendliness and Competitiveness
– Safety, Peace, and Order
– Environmental Management
– Tourism, Heritage Development, Culture, and the Arts
– Youth Development
Representing Mayor Richard Garin, SB Cezar Florece emphasized that the LGU wholeheartedly embraces all forms of evaluation. He noted that such assessments are instrumental in refining the local government’s ability to implement its plans and programs in alignment with DILG guidelines.

On time for the celebration of the 9th Charter Anniversary of Iloilo Science and Technology University on May 15, 2024, Mayor Richard Garin announced the groundbreaking of a state-of-the-art educational facility, generously funded by Congresswoman Dr. Janette L. Garin.
This significant contribution underscores Dr. Garin’s unwavering commitment to advancing educational infrastructure and fostering academic excellence within the region.
The new building, equipped with contemporary amenities and designed to facilitate a conducive learning environment, stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing the educational landscape. The infrastructure project not only symbolizes progress and development but also signals a bright future for the University’s expanding academic community.
As ISAT-U continues to grow and evolve, the addition of this new facility promises to further enrich the educational experiences of its students, providing them with an optimal setting to cultivate their knowledge and skills. The University’s administration represented by its campus administrator Dr. Ramon Emmanuel, expressed its profound gratitude to Congresswoman Garin for her instrumental role in this transformative initiative, envisioning it as a cornerstone for many future achievements.

HELLO, PALARONG PAMBANSA!

This Miagaowanon athlete, Chrispherl Kyle Ngirngir, a Grade VI pupil of Kirayan Elementary School, who represented Iloilo in the recently concluded Western Visayas Regional Athletics Association Meet in Bacolod City, emerged victorious and will advance to Palarong Pambansa.
CHRISPHERL KYLE NGIRNGIR.
Elementary Level
Relay 4×100 gold team event
100 meter running silver
Long jump silver
Triple jump silver

Mayor Richard Garin as the Guest of Honor and Speaker during the Presentation of Sponsors of the 604th (ILO) Community Defense Center GRCDG RESCOM PA at Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT-U Miagao Campus).