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Mayor Javi of Victorias City endorsed to succeed uncle as Negros Occidental representative

Published Aug 27, 2024 03:47 am

BACOLOD CITY - Victorias City, Negros Occidental Mayor Javier Miguel “Javi” Benitez is torn between seeking re-election or running as congressman in the third district of the province.

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OFFICIALS of E.B. Magalona, Negros Occidental led by Mayor Marvin Malacon (seated right), with Victorias City Mayor Javier Miguel 'Javi" Benitez (standing left) and former third district Rep. now TESDA Director General Francisco 'Kiko' Benitez (standing right), during a gathering at L’ Fisher Hotel in Bacolod City on Monday, August 26. (Photo courtesy of Ugyon Saraviahanon Facebook)

His father, Bacolod  City Mayor Albee Benitez, and uncle, newly appointed Technical Education Skills and Development Authority Director General Francisco “Kiko” Benitez, had earlier said that the young mayor is the strongest candidate for the congressional post in the 2025 elections.

The Municipal Council of E.B. Magalona has  endorsed the young mayor as congressman after the seat was vacated by his uncle due to his new appointment.

A copy of the resolution unanimously approved by the council during its regular session on August 19 was presented to Mayor Javi during a gathering of local officials at L’ Fisher Hotel here on Monday, August 26.

Resolution No. 2024-152 stated that Mayor Javi’s impressive achievement was a testament to the remarkable achievements that Victorias City have accomplished under his leadership.

The municipal government and the council are committed to support the mayor as they believe in his serious intent of serving the third district, it added.

The third district popularly known as Metro Third has become a booming and bustling gateway to development and opportunities which former congressman Benitez tough act to follow, the resolution said.

In a media interview, Mayor Javi said that he is grateful and  appreciates the strong endorsements. “It’s truly heartwarming,” he added.

But he said that he has to make consultations first before making a decision.

“It’s going to be a tough decision, but we’re finalizing our consultations. Hopefully, by the end of next month, we will have a decision,” he added.

He said that his heart has been in Victorias City as he had invested so much time and effort in really helping develop the area.

“At the end of the day, if ever I choose one or the other, I will still be there for the Victoriahanons. That’s where I started, and I’ll never forget that.”

“We will decide as a team,” he said, adding that they only wanted what is best for the city and the district.

The third district is under the care of House House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez for the meantime, according to Mayor Albee.

The newly appointed TESDA Director General recently said that he will recommend Abang Linkod party-list Rep. Stephen Paduano as caretaker of the third district.

 

 

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