OATH-TAKING. Reelectionist Rep. Julienne Baronda was joined by members of her family as she takes her oath of office before Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri on Monday (June 27, 2022). Baronda committed to expand the delivery of her services during her second term. (PNA photo courtesy of Arnold Almacen/City Mayor's Office) ILOILO CITY - This highly urbanized city will play a vital role in the development of the Visayas region, said Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri, who officiated the swearing-in ceremony of elected local officials here on Monday. In his message, he also lauded local officials for doing their part in making Iloilo City as one of the livable if not the most livable city in the country. "As partners in the legislative branch and executive branch in the national and local governments we are one in a job of not only uplifting our people from this pandemic but also creating opportunities for them to enjoy genuine empowerment, strengthened government support in education, health,
TEAM USWAG. Candidates of Team Uswag Iloilo file their certificates through a representative at the local office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday (Oct. 6, 2021). The candidates were led by re-electionists (3rd to 5th from left) Lone District Rep. Julienne Baronda, Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Trenas, and Vice-Mayor Jeffrey Ganzon.(Photo courtesy of Arnold Almacen/City Mayor's Office) ILOILO CITY - A thanksgiving mass, instead of the usual pompous celebration, was offered to usher the Team Uswag Iloilo's filing of the certificate of candidacy (COC) at the office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) here on Wednesday. Team Uswag, meaning progress, is the team headed by re-electionist Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Trenas. "We pray for God's enlightenment and guidance on the endeavor we want to pursue. We don't need any grand event, but it is always important to thank the Almighty for all the years He had lead me, and ask for His continuous guidance