DAVAO CITY – The 21st Davao City Council approved during a special session on Tuesday, Dec. 9, the allocation of P4 million in aid for provinces affected by typhoon ‘’Uwan.’’ Under four separate ordinances, the provinces of Kalinga, Albay, Pangasinan, and Northern Samar will each receive...
DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Council has adopted a resolution commending former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration and the government of China for the construction of the Bucana Bridge here. The resolution, delivered during a privilege speech by Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang, chairman of...
DAVAO CITY – The 21st Davao City Council approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Supplemental Budget No. 2 amounting to P881,074,646.71, covering the general fund proper, the development fund, and the city’s economic enterprises, on second reading on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Sangguniang...
DAVAO CITY – A Davao City councilor said on Tuesday, Nov. 25, that shifts in committee chairmanships are likely once acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo S. Duterte II formally assumes his post. Councilor Alberto Ungab, chairperson of the Committees on Appointments and Government Reorganization and Disaster...
Manila City Vice Mayor Chi Atienza led the council in expressing gratitude on Thursday, Nov. 20, after the Department of the Interior and Local Government–National Capital Region (DILG–NCR) recognized the 13th Manila City Council as an Outstanding Local Legislative Awardee for its exemplary...
The Manila City Council expressed its full support for the Madrasah Education Program after passing on second reading an ordinance aimed at strengthening and institutionalizing the said initiative. "Draft Ordinance No. 8873, principally authored by Councilor Elmer Par, seeks to integrate...
Manila Vice Mayor Chi Atienza announced that the city council is set to hold a public hearing on Thursday, Oct. 16, to investigate the sexual harassment allegations of a councilor against her colleague which were raised during the council 's session last Oct. 9. Manila 4th District Councilor...
DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Council, in a unanimous decision on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 12, approved a resolution denouncing comedian Jose Mari Viceral – widely recognized as Vice Ganda – over his satirical comments that members said ridiculed former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte. Councilor...
ILOILO CITY — Iloilo City Councilor Johnny Young has urged fellow councilors to adhere to proper decorum following several recent heated confrontations. THE Iloilo City Council session hall. (Iloilo City Council Facebook page) “We have a duty to uphold the highest standards of...
Nuestra Sen̈ora de la Consolacion y Correa The Manila City Council declared the Nuestra Señora de la Consolacion y Correa as the Patroness of Intramuros, Manila and bestowed on her the title of "Queen and Protectress of the Distinguished and Ever Loyal City." The official proclamation will be...
ILOILO CITY – The Iloilo City Council will investigate the alleged presence of illegal immigrants here. Councilor Romel Duron has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry on the alleged illegal activities of undocumented immigrants in this city working for Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators...
The Los Angeles City Council approved a resolution congratulating K-pop boy band RIIZE for their achievements and contributions to the Korean culture and the city. RIIZE attended the session of the LA City Council on May 21 where the resolution was presented to them. The resolution...