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VM Bebot Rodriguez proposes ‘Golden Justice Zone’ ordinance to combat OSAEC

In a recent meeting of the City Council Committee on Social Services, Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez presented her proposed ordinance, titled the “Golden Justice Zone Ordinance,” which seeks to establish a designated Golden Justice Zone in Cagayan de Oro, allocating funds to bolster city’s defense against online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC).

“We cannot afford to let history repeat itself,” the lady vice mayor declared, referencing a tragic case involving a foreign national who committed grievous crimes against minors in the city.

Emphasizing the need for a decisive and collective response, she stressed that her proposal is a proactive step to ensure that the city’s justice system is equipped to counter the escalating threat of online child exploitation.

VM Bebot orders session decorum, strict observance of office hours

Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez directed the employees of the legislative department to strictly observe official working hours and proper decorum during coverage of the Council’s regular session . As presiding officer, the vice mayor explained that employees attending the plenary must wear appropriate attire to uphold the dignity of the legislative proceedings. The staff should refrain from staying on the session floor unless their presence is necessary for official functions, sh

The Gavel

Mar 5

VM Bebot alerts health authorities on reported leptospirosis cases

Alarmed by reported leptospirosis cases, Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez urged the immediate coordination with the Department of Health (DOH) and City Health Office (CHO) to prevent further infections and protect public safety. This, after Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the committee on health, reported that 10 individuals allegedly died of leptospirosis last week according to the information forwarded to the Office of the Vice Mayor. In her rejoinder, VM Bebot shared that

The Gavel

Jan 21