• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
The Talisay City government yesterday honored its outstanding residents and taxpayers for the year 2024, as it celebrated its 27th charter day anniversary.
The recipients for the Talisaynon Awards were Health Undersecretary Dr. Mary Ann Palermo Maestral, in the field of Government Service; Antonio Montinola, in the field of Community Development and Philanthropy; and Nature’s Village Resort, in the field of sustainable tourism.
Mayor Neil Lizares was assisted by Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson and members of the Talisay City Council in the distribution of “Pasidungog Awards” to the awardees, which was held at the Nature’s Village Resort in Talisay City.
Also honored were the Talisay City outstanding taxpayers for 2024, including Ayala Land, Incorporated, First Farmers Milling and Marketing, Filinvest Land Inc, Amaia and Avida Land Corporations; Esteban Romero, Maria Xenia Esteban, Nilo Lizares Jr., The Estate of Lourdes Osmeña, SPS Arcenas, SAAR & Juliet S for Real Property Tax corporate and individual categories;
Kooll Company Incorporated, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc, Fairlane Automotive Ventures Inc, Wilcon Depot Inc, First Farmers Holding Corporation, Ralph Richard Tan (Campuestuhan Highland Resort), Loretes Fernandez (LRF Department Store), Raymundo Juan Javellana (Nuts Berry Garden The Ruins), Vien Carmelo Villa (Trimluv Builders and Supply), and Marvie Montemayor (Marvie’s Eatery & Catering Services) for Business Tax corporate and individual categories.
Special citations were also given to Joshua Mark Sabio for winning the Ms. Curvy Universe Trans 2024 crown in New Delhi, India; Niele Shem Bañas for being ranked number 1 in the 2024 Electronics Engineering Licensure and Electronics Technician Licensure Examination; and Patricia Mae Maglaque, for being ranked number 7 in 2024 Licensure Examination for Teachers.
In his speech, Mayor Lizares disclosed that the Talisay City government honored the outstanding Talisaynons, individuals and businesses, who exemplified excellence, dedication, and service to the community.
Stressing that the Pasidungog Awards is more than just a recognition, Lizares said it is a testament to the unwavering commitment of Talisaynons who continuously strive for progress, inspire others, and contribute to the betterment of Talisay City.
“Your achievements serve as a beacon of hope and motivation to the next generation. You have shown that with perseverance, integrity, and passion, greatness is within reach. Whether in the fields of public service, business, community development and philanthropy, education, sports, or the arts, your contributions elevate not only your personal success but also the pride and honor of Talisay as a whole,” he told the awardees.
Lizares also pointed out that the commitment of awardees to civic responsibility enables the Talisay City government to build better infrastructure, provide quality services, and create opportunities for all its residents.
“Your support fuels the engine of our local economy, allowing us to dream bigger and achieve greater heights as one progressive community and inspires us to achieve all the awards and recognitions including the most coveted Seal of Good Local Governance Awards for three consecutive years,” he further said.
On the other hand, Lacson also congratulated Lizares for a job well done, being the mayor of Talisay City, whose leadership catapulted what is Talisay City, now, in terms of growth and development.
“Your dedication to public service and your efforts to improve the quality of life for your fellow Talisaynons are commendable”, the governor told Lizares, who is ending his nine year term as mayor of Talisay on June 30 this year.
At the same time, Lacson also lauded the outstanding taxpayers of Talisay City.
“Your dutiful and consistent fulfillment of your tax duties is proof not just of your adherence to an obligation, but also your commitment to the social contract between the government and its citizens”, he added.*
