- The Gavel
- Sep 25
COUNCILOR Gilda O. Go, chair of the City Council committee on senior citizens, reaffirmed her strong commitment to caring for, protecting, and empowering the elderly during the Office for Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA) Citywide Meeting for Senior Citizen Chapter Presidents 2025.
In her message, Councilor Go emphasized the importance of programs that not only provide assistance but also empower senior citizens to remain active and engaged members of society. She underscored her dedication to advancing initiatives that promote the welfare, empowerment, and recognition of the elderly as valued and celebrated members of the city.
“Our senior citizens are pillars of wisdom and strength in our community. They deserve not only care and protection but also opportunities to share their experiences and continue contributing to the city’s progress,” she said.
The OSCA serves as the coordinating body for senior citizen programs in the city, working closely with local leaders and chapter presidents to implement policies, organize activities, and ensure that the needs and rights of the elderly are fully addressed. (JAO/SP/Photos from Councilor’s FB Page)
- The Gavel
- Sep 25
HINIUSANG giuyonan sa konseho sa syudad atol sa sesyon niadtong Lunes nga gidumala ni Bise Mayor Bebot Rodriguez ang resolusyon nga nagpasidungog ni P/Col.Gerardo Ulanday, ang bag-ong hepe sa Cagayan de Oro City Police Director, sa Task Force Oro ug uban pang ahensya sa goberno nga naghatag sa igong seguridad nga miresulta sa malinawon ug malampuson nga rally kontra korapsyon dinhi sa syudad niadtong Dominggo.
Kini human nasayran nga gihimo sa kapolisan ang ilang tahas inabagan sa mga nagpakabanang sektor aron masiguro nga mahatagan sa seguridad ug mapanalipdan ang katawhan nga nagpadayag sa ilang kadismaya tungod sa isyu sa korapsyon sa nasud.
Ang resolusyon nga gipalabang sa Konseho alang sa maong katuyoan gipangamahanan ni Konsehal Roger Abaday, chairman sa komite sa public order and safety. (MLR/SP)
THE Committee on Tourism and Sister City Relations has approved the proposed ordinance creating the Cagayan de Oro Culture and Arts Council, a landmark measure principally authored by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez and co-authored by Councilors Jonjon Rodriguez and Girlie Balaba.
Councilor Rodriguez pushed for the approval of the said ordinance, which was originally filed by VM Bebot last April 11, 2023, during the 20th City Council, but is only now being deliberated and acted upon at the committee level.
He emphasized the importance of establishing the Culture and Arts Council, underscoring that it will reinforce the city government’s mandate to protect, preserve, and promote Cagayan de Oro’s cultural heritage and creative potential.
Once enacted, the council will be tasked with formulating a comprehensive cultural development plan, integrating arts and culture into the city’s investment and development strategies, recommending budget allocations for cultural programs, and coordinating with other local government offices for the city’s application to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
“This measure is a step forward in elevating Cagayan de Oro’s presence on the global stage,” Councilor Rodriguez said, stressing that the initiative will enhance efforts to showcase the city’s unique culture, artistry, and creative achievements.
The establishment of the Culture and Arts Council positions Cagayan de Oro to follow the lead of other UNESCO-recognized Philippine cities—Baguio (Crafts & Folk Arts), Cebu (Design), and Iloilo (Gastronomy)—and to strengthen its standing as a hub of culture and creativity. (JDO/SP/Photo from Councilor Rodriguez FB page)
