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PROVINCIAL BOARD URGED TO BACK TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP AND ENERGY REFORMS OF GOVERNOR KHO
MASBATE-Members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Masbate were called to align with and support the vision of Governor Richard Kho to transform the province into one of the Philippines’ top 10 economic hubs, during a privilege speech delivered at the session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan recently.
3rd District Board Member Ansbert ‘Bo’ Son shared highlights from the recent Transformative Leadership for Effective Governance course held from July 9 to 11, which was attended by key Masbate officials including Governor Richard Kho, Board Members Vince Revil, Teddy Danao, Jr., Nilda Tinegra and Eric Castillo.
The training spearheaded by the Local Government Academy and the EIG aimed to bolster leadership capacity for local officials.
Governor Kho selected by facilitators to present during the course, laid out his strategic roadmap for Masbate with a strong focus on bureaucratic efficiency, infrastructure development, reliable utilities and energy security.
The governor emphasized that achieving these goals would drive job creation, attract investment and elevate the province into a competitive economic zone.
During the session, Board Member Son reiterated Governor Kho’s five pillars of governance: Kuryente (electricity), Kalusugan (health), Kabuhayan (livelihood), Kaalaman (education) and Kapayapaan (peace and order).
He also disclosed that on July 9, a high-level meeting with DMCI, the province’s current power supplier was conducted to tackle Masbates’ long-standing electricity issues.
Among the proposals discussed was the opening of the province’s electricity distribution system to private sector investment as DMCI revealed several power companies are interested in entering the Masbate market.
However, the local cooperative Masbate Electric Cooperative (MASELCO) currently faces over ₱300 million in debt, posing a challenge to energy reform.
"The Governor is open to pursuing solutions that will finally resolve our power problems. But the success of these reforms will depend on the unity and oversight of this provincial board" the board member stated.
He further emphasized the legislative and oversight roles of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan in complementing the administration's thrust.
This includes proactive visits to project sites and raising concerns over implementation gaps or community feedback.
“Masbate is already experiencing significant growth” the board member concluded.
“We must sustain this momentum through good governance—anchored in transparency, accountability and inclusive progress.”
Via RUBEN FUENTES/Quad Media News Team
Video courtesy: A. Son FB page
19/07/2025
MAYOR MARITES DELA ROSA REPRESENTS BALENO AT PMNP MAYORS’ FORUM
Manila, Philippines – Lady Mayor Marites Dela Rosa of Baleno, Masbate, proudly represented the municipality at the Philippine Multi-sectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) Mayors’ Forum held recently in Manila, reaffirming Baleno’s commitment to health and nutrition as pillars of good governance.
Despite her demanding schedule, Mayor Dela Rosa was accompanied by two of Baleno’s dedicated public servants: Municipal Information Officer Pilar Ovilla Valdemoro and Municipal Health Officer Dr. Maria Eliza Ramirez.
The forum gathered local chief executives from across the country to exchange insights and best practices in implementing effective nutrition and health programs at the local level.
The Lady Mayor shared Baleno LGU’s accomplishments and ongoing challenges in advancing health services, particularly for children.
“It felt like I was back in college,” she quipped, recalling the moment she was asked to present in front of her fellow mayors. “But I was deeply honored to represent our people and reaffirm our commitment to the country’s nutrition program.”
Quoting the mayor during the forum:
“Balenian children deserve nothing but the best—especially in health services. If we want to raise strong, resilient, and capable citizens, we must begin with proper health and nutrition from early childhood.”
She emphasized that health has always been a top priority under her administration’s Serbisyong Totoo program, and she assured that this advocacy will continue for the next three years and beyond.
“There may be challenges,” she said, “but as we’ve proven time and again, with collaboration and consistency, we can deliver results.”
The Lady Mayor also thanked her team for their support and dedication. “Thank you, PIO Pilar and MHO Dr. Ramirez, for the responsive assistance. This is teamwork in action. Truly, good health is wealth.”
The forum served as a vital venue for learning, inspiration, and renewed commitment to grassroots governance for better health outcomes.
Via RUBEN FUENTES/Quad Media News Team
Photo of Siklab Onelab
(Patient Transport Vehicles ipinamahagi ng PCSO at ni PBBM)
BAYAN NG BALENO SA MASBATE, BENEPISYARYO
ISA ang lalawigan ng Masbate na nabiyayaan ng Patient Transport Vehicle na ipinamahagi mismo ng Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) sa pangunguna ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. na ginanap sa Quirino Grandstand ngayong araw, Hulyo 9.
Labing-apat na bayan sa Masbate ang nabigyan ng nasabing sasakyan na magagamit sa paghahatid ng mga pasyente tuwing emergency.
Ang mga bayan na nakatanggap nito ay ang Baleno, Aroroy, Esperanza, Cawayan, Placer, Uson, Dimasalang, Milagros, Claveria, San Fernando, San Pascual, Mobo, Pio V. Corpus at Mandaon.
Dumalo sa turn-over ceremony ang mga Municipal Mayor sa nasabing mga munisipalidad na kinabibilangan nina Mayor Marites Dela Rosa, Arvin Virtucio, Edgar Condor, JJ Talisic, Saki Lazaro, Natividad Isabel Magbalon, Michael Demph Naga, Eusebio Dumoran, Felipe Sanchez, Karen Ballesteros, Kristin Hao- Kho, Raymund Salvacion, Mark Antonio at Marvi Espinosa-Bravo.
Samantala, Dahil sa mahusay at maayos na pamamahala sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni re-elected Municipal Mayor Marites C. Dela Rosa, ang Bayan ng Baleno sa Masbate ay isa sa mga benepisyaryo ng isang (1) brand new Patient Transport Vehicle (PTV) mula sa Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) sa ilalim ng PCSO Medical Transport Vehicle Donation Program (MTVDP) nito.
Via RUBEN FUENTES/QUAD MEDIA news team
TINGNAN: 'ANG PANUNUMPA 2025'
Nanumpa na si Batuan, Masbate Vice Mayor Charmax Jan A. Yuson sa harap ng mga supporters, Barangay officials at mga kawani sa kanilang lokalidad nitong Hunyo 30, 2025.
via RUBEN FUENTES/Quad Media news team
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