TARLAC CITY – “It is in our hands now as newly-elected officials in the coming three short years to do our best. Let us not forget, for all the local chief executives, to listen and take action to what our people need and want [so] that we may be able to give the quality of life that they aspire for.” she said.
Thus, Gov. Susan Yap reminded her fellow elected officials of their prime duty to their constituents in her inaugural address after taking her oath of office for her third and final term as governor of Tarlac.
“We are all here for the people and for the advancement of Tarlac. I am proud to be a Tarlaqueño. Let us be proud to be a Tarlaqueño. Let us bring our province to greater heights. Let us be a business-friendly province and better-planned communities,” enthused Yap.
Congressional and provincial officials took their oath of office along with the governor at the the Bulwagang Kanlahi here.
Jaime Cojuangco was sworn in virtually as representative of the 1 st District which consists of the towns of Anao, Camiling, Mayantoc, Moncada, Paniqui, Pura, Ramos, San Clemente, San Manuel, and Santa Ignacia.
In his speech, Cojuangco cited priority sectors that would unlock the potentials of
his district, and help achieve inclusive growth in all communities.
“I would like to make my mark in the hearts and minds of Tarlaqueños by showing my brand of leadership and service of being a Cojuangco. With the help of the local government officials, I plan to focus on measures that improve the acceptance of modern agriculture, application of digital technology in education, promotion of eco-tourism and agro-tourism, support to micro, small and medium enterprises, and development of holistic energy and transport network,” he said.
The solon disclosed his plans to immerse in communities to understand their strengths and struggles, and to bring a positive change.
Christian Yap was sworn in as representative of the 2nd District comprising the city of Tarlac and towns of Gerona, Victoria, and San Jose.
In his speech, the younger Yap emphasized all-out support to the agriculture sector through modern technology to increase farmers’ earnings and harvest, and ensure food security.
He mentioned other focus programs including the health care system, sustainable economy and environment protection.
“We will work on preserving our planet for the next generation by future-proofing policies because of climate change. We will ensure that our environment will not be neglected as we progress. Our life is not separate from that of the world we live in,” he said.
Noel “Bong” Rivera was sworn in as representative of the 3 rd District which covers the municipalities of Concepcion, Capas, Bamban, and La Paz.
He expressed his gratitude to the people who supported and helped him during the campaign period.
Rivera vowed to do his best in bringing development and uplifting the lives of the people in his district.
Other officials who took their oath of office included Vice Gov. Carlito David and members of the sangguniang panlalawigan: Jessie Aquino, Romeo Evangelista Jr., and Joy Gilbert Lamorena for the 1 st District; Danilo Asiaten, Christopher Delos Reyes, Dennis Norman Go, and Harmes Sembrano for the 2nd District; and Henry Cruz, Danilo David, and Vernon Villanueva for the 3 rd District. — PIA-3
