An official of the City Treasury office urged city government officials and employees to keep shining, serving and believing on the transformative power of public service.
Assistant market Superintendent Subido Lipa-od said they are not alone in the said journey as together, they are building a brighter and kinder future for the city and all who call it home.
He rallied his fellow public servants to continue to serve with hearts full of gratitude, knowing that their work is a privilege and an opportunity to make a difference and that their efforts, no matter how unseen, they may sometimes feel, contribute to the strength and resilience of the city.
“Let us be the public servants who inspire, who lead by example, and who always act with the best interest of our community in mind. Our city, our neighbors, and our families deserve nothing less than our best. Together as one team united by a common goal, let us keep pushing forward with purpose, dedication and faith,” he said.
Lipa-od reminded government workers to remember that the people look to them not only for solutions but for hope, compassion and understanding and they trust them to be there when they need guidance, to listen when they need to be heard, and to lead when they seek direction.
According to him, people should not underestimate the power of small acts of kindness and respect as a warm greeting, a listening ear, a re-assuring word have the potential to lift someone’s spirit and leave a lasting impact.
He claimed that the work of public servants, though sometimes challenging, is deeply meaningful as they may face obstacles, moments of doubt, and even criticisms, but they must sty steadfast in their commitment to serve as for every effort they put forth, every extra mile they go, contributes to the betterment of the city and the wellbeing of the people.
He also reminded the public servants of the values that guide them, integrity, compassion, accountability, and innovation where the same are more than words, they are commitments that define how they serve. Integrity calls them to be honest and transparent, fostering trust within the community. Compassion reminds them to see the humanity in every person, understanding that each individual they encounter has their own story and challenges. Accountability holds them responsible for their actions and decisions, instilling a sense of trustworthiness in their roles. Innovation causes them to adopt, grow, and constantly seek better ways to serve, recognizing that the world around them is ever evolving.
“Our work is about creating impact, however big or small. In each decision, each project, we plant seeds of change. Serving with genuine care, we reinforce the belief that government can be a force for good, a pillar of strength and compassion in the lives,” he noted.
As a public servant, he pointed out that they carry a profound responsibility to be the heart beat of progress in the city, thus, their roles go beyond mere job descriptions, they are a calling to make a positive difference, to bring hope and to foster trust within the community. Everyday, through their commitment and dedication, workers touch lives, sometimes in ways they may never fully realize, thus, it is the dedication to serve the unwavering desire to uplift others that makes their work not just significant but truly noble. By Dexter A. See
