(SGLGB ORIENTATION: Barangay captains, secretaries, and representatives actively participate in the Seal of Good Local Governance discussion held at Amphi-Theater, Heroes Hall on October 14, 2019.)
In preparation for the first-ever launching and implementation of Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays (SGLGB), the City of San Fernando conducted an orientation on City-Barangay Governance Service Information System at the Amphi-Theater of Heroes Hall on October 14.
In her opening remarks, Marites C. Quillope, Department of Interior Local Government (DILG) Pampanga Officer, expressed her gratitude to Mayor Edwin Santiago for his initiatives and actions towards the implementation of SGLGB.
“Thanks to our Mayor for institutionalizing SGLGB. He even hired a consultant for you to fully understand the system. Also, magkakaroon pa tayo ng in-depth study para mas ma appreciate pa ninyo ang ating bagong system,” she said.
Quillope also encouraged the participating barangays to embrace SGLGB for the city to remain consistent recipient of many national awards.
“Kailangan dito po manggagaling sa atin ang pinakamahuhusay at pinakamagagaling at pinakamatitinong barangay. So, let’s embrace this kasi napakaganda niya.”
Vice Mayor Jimmy Lazatin also appeared in the discussion, reiterating the goal of the program which is to “cascade the SGLGB to barangays.”
The lecture was led by the city consultant, Professor Victorino J. Santos, who shared his knowledge and expertise on the topic.
Together with him was Romeo Dizon, Barangay Development Officer, who emphasized the requirement every barangay must comply to pass the safety and good governance measures.
The orientation was participated by barangay captains, secretaries, and representatives from 35 barangays of San Fernando.
