City Health Office Holds First Inter-Barangay “Hataw Na” Dance Competition

The City Health Office held the first Inter-Barangay “Hataw Na”, an aerobic dance competition, at the Don Alejandro Acuña Yap Quiña Arts and Cultural Center last Dec. 14.
Brgy. XVIII-A headed by Brgy. Capt. Regieto Aboyo bested other nine barangays that participated during in the competition while Brgy. VI landed as 1st runner up and Brgy. III as 2nd runner up.
The champion received and P5,000 with trophy while the 1st and 2nd runners up received P3,000 and P2,000 with trophies, respectively.
Barangays II, V, VII, IX, XII, XIX-A, and XX were given medals as consolation courtesy of Jona Ditching Ko.
All barangays received certificates of appreciation for their active participation in the aerobic dance competition.
The judges were Jose Jamola of VNHS, Diabetes and Physical Rehab, Cardiovascular and Healthy Lifestyle Program Coordinator Hazel Deles Bacaoco and Health Education and Promotion Officer II Angie Licañel.
The aerobic dance competition was done to promote a healthy lifestyle in all the barangays of the City.
The City’s “Hataw Na” dance coordinator is Chitalisa Valenciano.

Brgy. III Grabs Best Barangay Title In Financial Reporting Title In ALGANO Awards

Brgy. III was hailed as the Best Barangay in Financial Reporting during the Association of Local Government Accountants Negros Occidental (ALGANO) Awards held at Business Inn, Bacolod City last Dec. 11.
The Brgy., headed by Punong Barangay Alexander Palanca, bested 25 other barangays of the City.
The award promotes transparency and excellence in public service in the barangay level and is given to the barangay that is consistent in submitting organized financial reports every 5th day of the month.
Brgy. Capt. Palanca, Brgy. Treasurer Candida Baldivia and Brgy. Record Keeper Liza Aquino received the award from City Accountant Jean Ramos, Committee on Awards Chairman Jeffrey Rumbines, and ALGANO President Celedonio Ofalla.
This is one of the many awards received by Brgy. III including two national SANDUGO recognitions in the past years.

City Inaugurates Victorias National High School Canetown Extension

The Victorias National High School (VNHS) Canetown Ext. school building was inaugurated last Dec. 6.
The  one unit two-classroom building in Brgy. XIX-A was donated by Mr. Dy Pue Le under the “Operation Barrio School” project of the Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce  and Industry Inc. and  Southern   Negros Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) through the effort of Mr. John Yap, Board of Director FFCCCII and in collaboration with the City of Victorias.
The blessing of the building was done by Rev. Fr. Joemar Bacucang followed by the signing of the deed of donation of the benefactors, and ribbon-cutting led by Vice Gov. Genaro Alvarez, Jr., Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca, VNHS Canetown Ext. Principal Rey Fama along with the FFCCCII board of directors.
City and barangay officials, members of the Canetown Home Owners Association, teachers and students and guests witnessed the inauguration.
The symbolic turn over of the key, unveiling of the building’s marker and awarding of the plaque of appreciation to the stakeholders were done du-ring the short program.
The project will help in provi-ding quality education to the youth of the City and make learning more conducive to them.

City Assessor’s Office Wins Regional Award

The Assessor’s Office headed by Mercedita Acuyong was recognized as one of the Best 5S Implementors among city assessor’s offices in Region VI last Dec. 5.
The Bureau of Local Government Finance Regional Office No. VI and Regional Association of Treasurers and Assessors in Region VI (REGATA VI), Inc. spearheaded the regional awards.
The plaque of recognition was signed and given by Rudante Gupeteo – Provincial Assessor of Iloilo – President, REGATA VI and Melba B. Sullivan, Ph. D. – OIC Regional Director.
The awarding took place at the Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City during the Annual Pre-Planning and Year-end Reassessment Performance Conference Workshop of Provincial, City and Municipal Assessors and Treasurers and their ranking personnel.
The Assessor’s Office has been passionate in maintaining excellent public service and has consistently won the award in the same category for two successive years.

City Conducts Orientation To 3rd Batch Livelihood Program Beneficiaries

An orientation to this year’s 3rd batch beneficiaries of the City’s livelihood program composed of the marginalized sectors in the community was held at the Don Alejandro Acuña Yap Quiña Arts and Cultural Center last Dec. 3.
This endeavor was made possible through the efforts of Mayor Severo Palanca, Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca and the Sangguniang Panlungsod members with the Committee of Agriculture and Fisheries Chairman, Councilor Andrei Garcia in collaboration with the Department Of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
About 200 priority beneficiaries of the program were the differently-abled, small fisher folks, marginal vendors, rural women, parents of children laborers, urban poor, and youth aged 15-30 among others.
The resource speaker from DOLE was Fred Santiso who shared his knowledge on the agency’s livelihood project to the participants including the success stories of the organization’s partner beneficiaries.
He also covered topics on livelihood categories such as livelihood formation, enhancement and restoration.
The participants were encouraged to submit a project proposal in order for the program to be successfully implemented.

City Conducts Orientation To 3rd Batch Livelihood Program Beneficiaries

An orientation to this year’s 3rd batch beneficiaries of the City’s livelihood program composed of the marginalized sectors in the community was held at the Don Alejandro Acuña Yap Quiña Arts and Cultural Center last Dec. 3.
This endeavor was made possible through the efforts of Mayor Severo Palanca, Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca and the Sangguniang Panlungsod members with the Committee of Agriculture and Fisheries Chairman, Councilor Andrei Garcia in collaboration with the Department Of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
About 200 priority beneficiaries of the program were the differently-abled, small fisher folks, marginal vendors, rural women, parents of children laborers, urban poor, and youth aged 15-30 among others.
The resource speaker from DOLE was Fred Santiso who shared his knowledge on the agency’s livelihood project to the participants including the success stories of the organization’s partner beneficiaries.
He also covered topics on livelihood categories such as livelihood formation, enhancement and restoration.
The participants were encouraged to submit a project proposal in order for the program to be successfully implemented.

City Conducts Orientation To 3rd Batch Livelihood Program Beneficiaries

An orientation to this year’s 3rd batch beneficiaries of the City’s livelihood program composed of the marginalized sectors in the community was held at the Don Alejandro Acuña Yap Quiña Arts and Cultural Center last Dec. 3.
This endeavor was made possible through the efforts of Mayor Severo Palanca, Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca and the Sangguniang Panlungsod members with the Committee of Agriculture and Fisheries Chairman, Councilor Andrei Garcia in collaboration with the Department Of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
About 200 priority beneficiaries of the program were the differently-abled, small fisher folks, marginal vendors, rural women, parents of children laborers, urban poor, and youth aged 15-30 among others.
The resource speaker from DOLE was Fred Santiso who shared his knowledge on the agency’s livelihood project to the participants including the success stories of the organization’s partner beneficiaries.
He also covered topics on livelihood categories such as livelihood formation, enhancement and restoration.
The participants were encouraged to submit a project proposal in order for the program to be successfully implemented.

Good Governance Orientation To Improve Employees Performance Held In Victorias

A series of orientation promoting good governance for the City’s office heads and employees in Victorias was held last Nov. 20, 21, 23, 27 and 29.

This was spearheaded by the City Planning and Development Office, Department of the Interior and Local Government and the City Human Resource Management Office.

Different speakers from the Province and the City shared their expertise covering the topics on Local Governance Performance Management System, Excellence in Local Government Award, Seal of Good Housekeeping, Executive-Legislative Agenda, and Strategic Performance Management System.

The seminar was divided into distinct batches and catered to the specific needs of the employees composed of the supervisory, non-supervisory positions and the rank and file.

The participants were thankful to have attended the orientation which will help them develop, improve and appreciate their contribution to the betterment of the City.

The activities were held at Marjhun’s Restaurant, Don Alejandro Acuña Yap Quiña Arts and Cultural Center and the Victorias Sports and Amusement Center.

Lights Of Christmas Shine In Victorias

A switch on ceremony signaled the start of the yuletide season at the Victorias City Public Plaza last Nov. 29.
The Victoriahanons joined and witnessed the early Christmas celebration along with the City and barangay officials, department heads, employees, and special guests.
Vice Mayor Francis Frederick Palanca and councilors Vincent Marie Roa, Audie Malaga and Daniel Tornea shared their messages for the season of love and peace as they led the switching of the lights on behalf of the City and Mayor Severo Palanca.
Cong. Alfredo Abelardo Be-nitez, through his representative, Mr. Sulpicio Montinola Jr. extended his holiday greetings to the people and wished that these lights will also evoke hope to their hearts.
The Balangaw Dance Art of the Central Philippines State University and Jemaimah Taladico brought entertainment during the activity.

Victorias Hosts Area Meet 2012

The Area III Cultural and Athletic Meet with the theme “Paligsahang Pampalakasan, Tulay para sa Tuwid na Daan” was hosted by Victorias City last Nov. 15-17.

The cities and municipalities, who participated in the sports and cultural tilt along with the host City, were Murcia, E.B. Magalona, Silay City and Talisay City.

The opening was held at the Victorias National High School (VNHS), where Department of Education (DepEd) heads, Third District officials, athletes and spectators converged and witness the successful start of the three-day event.

Mayor Severo Palanca, in his message, lauded the efforts of everyone in putting up the event and cited that the Area Meet is more than just a cultural and sports competition but a venue where young people gain victory through fostering potentials and building friendship.

“Win or lose, everybody is still a winner”, he added.

The different delegations, schools and participants joined the parade around the City and each did their one-minute saludo at the VNHS Grandstand while the hoisting of the athletic banners was led by Third District Cong. Alfredo Abelardo Benitez and Mayor Palanca along with the city and municipal mayors, officials, representatives of the officiating body and DepEd.

After the lighting of the urn, Cong. Benitez gave his special message, and has pointed out to the participants especially the student athletes, the importance and value of fair play as the key ingredient in competitions.

The congressman also thanked everyone for exerting their effort in making the area meet in the  Third District happen.

Mayor Palanca declared the area meet open as he led everyone in the releasing of the doves and balloons.

In the overall results, Victorias City ranked 3rd in the elementary and secondary categories.

RESULTS

Area Meet 2012
Nov. 14 - 17
Victorias City Results
Elementary Level

Athletics Boys – 1st
Athletics Girls – 1st
Badminton Boys – 3rd
Badminton Girls – 4th
Basketball Boys – 1st
Chess Boys – 5th
Chess Girls – 2nd
Football – 1st
Sipa – 2nd

Swimming Boys – 3rd
Table Tennis Boys – 2nd
Table Tennis Girls – 2nd
Taekwondo Boys – 2nd
Taekwondo Girls – 2nd
Tennis Boys – 2nd
Tennis Girls – 1st
Volleyball Boys – 5th
Volleyball Girls – 4th


Area Meet 2012
Nov. 14 - 17
Victorias City Results
Secondary Level

Athletic Boys – 1st
Athletic Girls – 1st
Badminton Boys – 3rd
Badminton Girls – 3rd
Basketball Boys – 1st
Basketball Girls – 4th
Chess Boys – 1st
Chess Girls – 3rd
Football – 1st

Sepak Takraw Boys – 2nd
Swimming Boys – 3rd
Swimming Girls – 3rd
Table Tennis Boys – 2nd
Table Tennis Girls – 4th
Taekwondo Boys – 1st
Taekwondo Girls – 1st
Tennis Boys – 3rd
Tennis Girls – 1st
Volleyball Boys – 4th
Volleyball Girls – 5th