The Municipal Health Office, under the leadership of Dr. Rhea Palacios, conducted the simultaneous Dengue Advocacy campaign targeting public elementary and high schools during Brigada Eskwela 2024.

by | Oct 1, 2024 | News, School Profiles

This initiative aimed to raise awareness about dengue prevention, engaging students and educators alike in crucial discussions.

Through informative sessions and vibrant presentations, the team emphasized the importance of cleanliness, mosquito control, and early detection to safeguard community health.
The collaboration fostered a sense of responsibility among the parents, teachers and pupils and empowering them to take active roles in protecting themselves and their families from this widespread illness.
   

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

by | Jul 16, 2024 | MUNICIPAL ACTIVITIES, Municipal Profile, News

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.

by | May 27, 2024 | News, School Profiles

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.