21/09/2023
Successful SGLG National Validation in Malay, Aklan
In a significant event held on September 21, 2023, the Municipality of Malay in Aklan underwent a rigorous and comprehensive assessment known as the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) national validation. This assessment encompassed various key areas critical to the community's well-being.
The evaluation involved the participation of department heads from the Local Government Unit (LGU), each responsible for key areas such as Business Friendliness and Competitiveness, Sustainable Education, Environmental Management, Social Protection and Responsibility, Safety, Peace, and Order, Tourism, Heritage Development, Culture, and Arts, Disaster Preparedness, Health Compliance and Responsiveness, and Youth Development.
Mayor Frolibar Bautista graced the event in the afternoon to personally acknowledge and commend the validators, including Mr. Jupiter E. Dawa, LGOO VI, SGLG National Validator and SGLG Focal Person for Region VII, Mr. Leonell Cawayan, LGOO III, Susan Balsamo, LGOO VII, and Rayshel Mae P. Elitiong, LGOO II, all from DILG-Aklan. During his inspirational message, Mayor Bautista emphasized the significance of the SGLG in assessing the municipality's management, stating, "SGLG shows how we manage the municipality. Kapag nakapasa, ibig sabihin hindi basta-basta ang ating munisipyo." He highlighted the importance of not only passing but also providing excellent services to the community.
Leonell Cawayan, one of the validators, acknowledged the challenges faced during the lengthy and stringent SGLG assessment. He commended all those involved, especially those who had sleepless nights in preparation, emphasizing that SGLG is an assessment aimed at ensuring that LGUs fulfill their legal mandates and responsibilities to their communities.
Hon. Allan Palma delivered the closing remarks, echoing commendations for all individuals who contributed to the successful validation. He particularly praised the impartiality and dedication of the validators in assessing the key areas of the validation.
The SGLG national validation event in Malay, Aklan, stands as a testament to the commitment of the local government to providing quality service and governance to its constituents.
The LGU Malay is hopeful for positive results of the Seal of Local Governance Awards.