GENERAL TRIAS CITY, Cavite (PIA) — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the national government’s commitment to strengthening community development, emphasizing the importance of empowering barangays as frontliners in delivering vital services to the people.
During his visit in General Trias City in Cavite on Monday, May 4, he underscored that the sustained support from the national government for local government units, particularly at the barangay level, remains a priority of his administration to ensure improved public services and expanded opportunities for Filipinos.
“Ang ginawa po namin ay lahat ng probinsya, lahat ng lungsod, lahat ng mga bayan kukuha po tayo dun sa pondong ‘yan [Local Government Support Fund] at ipinamimigay natin sa ating mga local government officials. Kasama doon sa programang ‘yun. Siyempre ‘yung pondo ibinababa natin sa local government officials,” the Chief Executive said.
Barangay leaders in General Trias, Cavite, have committed to implementing well-coordinated and responsive programs, ensuring that national government support translates into concrete and inclusive development at the grassroots level.
General Trias City Liga ng mga Barangay President Ramil Barrientos said barangays commit to implement priority projects based on their respective needs, including the installation of solar lighting and the provision of patrol motorcycles.
“Maglalagay kami ng solar lamp at ilaw sa mga lugar sa aming barangay, habang ang iba naman ay nagkaroon ng patrol motorcycles para magamit sa pagpapatupad ng peace and order,” Barrientos said.
He noted that these initiatives aim to improve public order and safety and encourage economic activity at the community level.
“Kasi alam namin na ‘pag tahimik ang lugar, ‘pag tahimik at maliwanag ‘yung ating barangay, marami tayong mahihikayat na manirahan at mamumuhunan,” he added.
Barrientos also expressed gratitude to President Marcos Jr. for extending support to local communities, particularly through education-focused programs.
“Sa ngalan ng Liga ng mga Barangay, kami po ay nagpapasalamat sa ating Pangulo sa lahat ng suportang ibinibigay niya sa aming lungsod. Umasa ang ating Pangulo na susuporta kami sa lahat ng adhikain ng pamahalaan,” he said.
With continued backing from the national government, barangay leaders in Cavite remain optimistic that these initiatives will further strengthen local governance, improve public safety, and create more opportunities for communities across the province. (AM/PIA CALABARZON)
