THE Philippine Information Agency Camarines Sur Communicators Network (PIA Camarines Sur CommNet), an organization of public information officers working at local government units and other public agencies, recently conducted its oath-taking ceremonies for the new set of officers who will serve from 2024 to 2026.
The newly elected officers pledged to serve their roles from 2024 to 2026. The simple ceremony was administered by AKO Bicol Partylist Representative Jil D. Bongalon.
Executive Officers:
President: Raul Aspe Jr. (Philippine Statistics Authority)
Vice-President: Grace Rojas (Land Transportation Office-Naga)
Secretary: Ma. Cleofe Baraero (National Irrigation Administration)
Treasurer: Madel Alacar (Dept. of Trade and Industry-Naga)
Auditor: Allan Salvador (LGU San Fernando)
Board of Directors:
Lovella Guarin (Dept. of Agriculture)
Rosalyn Perida (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority)
Charlie Rosari (LGU Milaor)
Allen Reondanga (LGU Naga)
Army Major Frank Roldan (DPAO, 9ID, Philippine Army)
Pat Felizmenio (Dept. of Science and Technology)
Queenie Agsao (Social Security System, SSS)
The swearing-in ceremony was administered by AKO Bicol Partylist Representative Jil D. Bongalon. During an open forum and press briefing, officers expressed their gratitude to AKO Bicol for its support and funding assistance.
Notable projects include scholarships, infrastructure development, lifeline projects, and landmark legislation such as the Media Workers Welfare Bill, which has already passed the third and final reading in the House of Representatives.
Allen Reondanga, head of LGU Naga’s City Events, Protocol, and Public Information Office (CEPPIO), commended the AKO Bicol Partylist for the multimillion-peso Medical Assistance for Indigent and Financially-Incapacitated Patients (MAIP) not to mention the several millions of pesos more which were spent for the construction of the city’s road widening projects and other lifeline and infrastructure facilities.
Ako Bicol Partylist, led by Representative Zaldy Co, collaborates with the Department of Health (DOH) to provide essential medical assistance to indigent patients in the Bicol Region. Their commitment underscores the importance of accessible healthcare for all residents.
Bongalon said that Mayor Legacion had discussed already with Rep. Co his (Legacion’s) future plans for Naga and how AKO Bicol can contribute to their realization. The collaboration between LGU Naga and AKO Bicol aims to achieve growth and development for the welfare of the constituents.
The partylist works closely with both private and public hospitals in the region. By facilitating access to medical resources, Ako Bicol Partylist ensures that indigent patients receive the necessary care.
Written by Jason B. Neola (CEPPIO). Photo taken by Emman Cleofe (CEPPIO).
