Iloilo city: Mayor Raisa Tre±as took pride in bringing government services closer to the people with the unveiling of 42 people-centered programs and initiatives during the first 100 days since she assumed as local chief executive for this city.
According to Philippines News Agency, in her first State of the City Address (SOCA) at the packed heritage Ker and Co. building on Wednesday, Tre±as shared the initiatives which anchored on the Rise-To-Action Pillars --Rising Health and Social Services, Rising Economy and Rising Livability framework. "Each pillar carries flagship programs that give substance and direction to our vision for the city. Capsulized under the acronym ACTION, our focus is clear: to provide Access to quality education and social services, to ensure Comprehensive health and wellness, to create Trabaho at Negosyo opportunities, to promote Immersive tourism and culture, to build Orderly and safe communities, and to strengthen Nature-based resilience and sustainability," she said.
She added the city government offers womb-to-tomb services as it ensures every peso of the city government fund is not wasted. The health and social services have been expanded through the "Atipan" (care) center which serves as a one-stop shop for social services and other assistance, like free medical, financial, burial, livelihood and education, among others. The Atipan center has so far served over 3,000 residents.
Other services included the E-Health Tawag, where services are delivered at the comfort of their homes; free medicines under the RISEMed program; and other health programs like physical rehabilitation, mental health, and nutrition, among others. It also has programs for pregnant women, solo parents, children with special needs, literacy, and youth and sports.
The mayor also took cognizance of the need for jobs, and established a recruitment center, support for micro, small and medium entrepreneurs, livelihood programs, and more skills training. Tre±as also shared the various accolades of the city government, including one of the Most Promising Cities for Public Transport and Bicycle-Friendly City; Top 5 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit; and Startup Champion for Western Visayas, to name a few.
"Mga pinalangga ko nga Ilonggo (My beloved Ilonggos), we build from the past, we act in the present, and we rise for the future. Together we will write the next chapter of the Iloilo Miracle- an enduring legacy for our children and for all who will inherit tomorrow," she said.
