FLORA, Apayao – The Municipal Development Council of Flora LGU has chosen the tagline, “Arangkada Flora!” to depict oneness and progress of the town.
Said tagline was approved during a meeting convened by the council on January 23, 2024, at the EKB Clubhouse in Bagutong, Flora, Apayao.
The Municipal Development Council (MDC) concentrated discussions on Flora’s future.
Mayor Rodolfo B. Juan and the Municipal Planning & Development Office headed by Engineer Jean Agustin facilitated the meeting.
Representatives from various sectors throughout the municipality, including National Line Agencies (National Irrigation System Apayao, IMO Flora & NIA Apayao- Abulug WAAIS, DEPED, BFP, PNP), CSO members/representatives, MLGU Department Heads, Punong Barangays, MDC Technical Working Group, SB Members, and other Council members were also present and added inputs to the discussions.
The KALAHI CIDSS IP-CDD ACT- CEF Mr. Alimher Adang-as and Ms. Marygrace Crisologo, Municipal Administrator Mrs. Marilou Valdez, MLGOO Roderick D. Begtang, and Hon. Vice Mayor Jeofrey T. Blas were likewise in attendance.
During the meeting, the council welcomed new members from various offices and discussed urgent issues in their local barangays and offices.
Some of the pressing topics include open communication for immediate replies from concerned departments, matters involving infrastructure and road maintenance, waste management, water resource, and electrification.
The attendees were hopeful that their combined efforts will add to Flora’s dedication to progress and prosperity, preparing the path for a “Arangkada” year ahead. By M. Acantilado