Updated: Aug 17
GILANTAW nga makatukod og dedicated public skateboarding facility ang dakbayan.
Kini human ng Oro Youth Development Council (OYDC) mipasaka og resolusyon nga naghangyo sa konseho ubos ni Bise Mayor Bebot Rodriguez alang sa paggahin og igong pundo alang sa pag-establisar sa maong fasilidad aron magamit sa kabatan-onan diha sa ilang pagpromote sa kahimsog sa lawas, disiplina, pagkamamugnaon, kahimsog sa pangisip, ug pakiglambigit sa katilingban.
Sa maong resolusyon gipasabot usab nga nagkadaghan na ang mga skateboarders ingon man mga extreme sports enthusiasts apan nagpabilin nga walay permanente ug luwas nga facility ang syudad alang sa skateboarding activities.
Niini, si Konsehal Kenneth John Sacala, chairman sa komite sa sports and youth development, gipaabot nga mopatawag og tigom alang sa maong katuyoan aron hiniusang hisgotan ang maong butang uban sa representante sa Office of the City Youth Development Officer, administrador sa dakbayan, city planning and development coordinator, local finance committee ug city budget officer. (JRG/SP)
Updated: Aug 17
City Councilor Imee Rose P. Moreno, on Monday, sought clarification on the rental rate of the Hemodialysis Center at the J.R. Borja General Hospital (JRBGH), describing it as lucrative and asking for a detailed breakdown of the figures.
During the regular session of the 21st City Council presided over by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez, Moreno requested for data and details how the City arrived at leasing out the Hemodialysis Center at the monthly ₱540,000 rental rate.
Councilor Moreno emphasized the need for transparency and a clear presentation of the computation to allow the City Council to properly assess the terms and financial implications of the lease agreement.
Councilor Desiree Ann Dahino, however, clarified that the stated amount of the lease contract is exclusive of any additional charges. This means that other possible charges or expenses may be imposed separately under the agreement.
Meanwhile, Councilor Edgar S. Cabanlas pointed out the importance of the facility to patients who regularly require dialysis treatment, noting that any delay in finalizing or implementing the contract could affect patients who are dependent on its services.
The City Council approved the legislative measure, with Councilor Moreno, abstaining from voting. (JBD/SP)
Updated: Aug 19
The 21st City Council, headed by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez, joined City Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy and other government officials at the grand launch of the Higalaay Festival 2026 on August 6 at the Rio de Oro Boulevard.
The grand launching marked the start of the city’s month-long celebration in honor of its patron saint, Señor San Agustin, featuring around 58 events composed of core, major, minor, and parallel activities.
Anchored on this year’s theme, “Our Pride, Our Gift, Our Guide,” the festival celebrates Cagayan de Oro’s rich culture and heritage, vibrant community spirit, and the enduring values that bring Kagay-anons and visitors together.
One of the highlights of the event was the official unveiling of the new “Love CDO” Higalaay theme song, accompanied by a community dance led by city government officials and department managers.
The celebration also featured the symbolic “Bulawanong Lamano” (Golden Handshake) led by Mayor Klarex, Vice Mayor Bebot, and 2nd District Congressman Rufus Rodriguez. The gesture highlighted the city’s identity as the City of Golden Friendship, symbolizing unity, camaraderie, and the city’s warm welcome to residents and visitors.
The Higalaay Festival 2026 will continue throughout the month, bringing together various cultural, religious, entertainment, sports, and community activities that showcase the best of Cagayan de Oro and the spirit of friendship that defines its people. (JDO/SP)